Couple accused in Instagram axe-attack robbery plot remains jailed
A couple from Orange County accused of luring a man through Instagram before assaulting and robbing him will remain in jail for now, authorities said.
A couple from Orange County accused of luring a man through Instagram before assaulting and robbing him will remain in jail for now, authorities said.
Venezuelan in Florida describes Maduro capture, what's next for country
Former Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking and weapons-related charges in court on Monday. It comes days after President Donald Trump announced U.S. military forces had captured both of them in an overnight, covert operation.
Former Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking and weapons-related charges in court on Monday. It comes days after President Donald Trump announced U.S. military forces had captured both of them in an overnight, covert operation.
Eustis police search for white SUV in attempted abduction case
Police in Eustis are asking the public for help locating a white SUV after a man allegedly attempted to abduct a woman in broad daylight over the weekend.
Police in Eustis are asking the public for help locating a white SUV after a man allegedly attempted to abduct a woman in broad daylight over the weekend.
New experiment proves grass clippings are a leading threat to Indian River Lagoon health
Grass clippings are polluting the Indian River Lagoon. ORCA research shows they fuel algae blooms that destroy seagrass habitats. Here's what the research showed
Grass clippings are polluting the Indian River Lagoon. ORCA research shows they fuel algae blooms that destroy seagrass habitats. Here's what the research showed
Venezuelans in Central Florida watch Maduro's ouster with caution
Venezuela’s former president Nicolás Maduro pleaded not guilty Monday to a sweeping set of federal charges in New York, marking his first public court appearance since his capture over the weekend and a dramatic fall from power for the longtime leader. In Central Florida, members of the Venezuelan diaspora said they do not expect immediate change for their nation, long gripped by political repression and economic collapse.
Venezuela’s former president Nicolás Maduro pleaded not guilty Monday to a sweeping set of federal charges in New York, marking his first public court appearance since his capture over the weekend and a dramatic fall from power for the longtime leader. In Central Florida, members of the Venezuelan diaspora said they do not expect immediate change for their nation, long gripped by political repression and economic collapse.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis calls Nicolás Maduro's leadership 'destructive'
During his Jan. 5 press conference in Sanderson, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis opened with remarks following Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's capture, saying that Maduro "deserves to be brought to justice."
During his Jan. 5 press conference in Sanderson, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis opened with remarks following Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's capture, saying that Maduro "deserves to be brought to justice."
Crews save dog stuck under overpass
The crew at the Orlando Fire Department’s Firehouse 11 saved a dog trapped under the 408 overpass at Lake Underhill.
The crew at the Orlando Fire Department’s Firehouse 11 saved a dog trapped under the 408 overpass at Lake Underhill.
Firefighters rescue dog trapped under Orlando overpass
The crew was able to bring the dog to Animal Control, which then took it to a shelter.
The crew was able to bring the dog to Animal Control, which then took it to a shelter.
Florida man attacked with axe in targeted robbery: ‘Absolutely terrifying’
Florida man attacked with axe in targeted robbery: ‘Absolutely terrifying’
Florida man attacked with axe in targeted robbery: ‘Absolutely terrifying’
Trump: US strikes Venezuela, captures Nicolás Maduro, his wife
President Donald Trump announced Saturday morning that U.S. military forces conducted a covert military operation overnight in Venezuela, launching strikes on military targets and capturing Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. Both have been flown to New York to face charges, officials said. Trump released a photo of Maduro after his capture on his social media platforms.
President Donald Trump announced Saturday morning that U.S. military forces conducted a covert military operation overnight in Venezuela, launching strikes on military targets and capturing Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. Both have been flown to New York to face charges, officials said. Trump released a photo of Maduro after his capture on his social media platforms.
Oyster reefs are growing again in the Indian River Lagoon
Oyster reefs in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon are showing signs of recovery after decades of damage from overharvesting, pollution, and boat activity, which wiped out more than half of the habitat.
Oyster reefs in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon are showing signs of recovery after decades of damage from overharvesting, pollution, and boat activity, which wiped out more than half of the habitat.
Cold snap sends manatees to Florida springs for winter warmth
A chilly week across Florida has sent manatees swimming inland in search of warmer water, with hundreds gathering at Blue Spring State Park.
A chilly week across Florida has sent manatees swimming inland in search of warmer water, with hundreds gathering at Blue Spring State Park.
Florida bear hunt reignites debate as conservationists push for federal protection
After Florida’s first black bear hunt in nearly a decade ended with far fewer animals killed than allowed, conservation groups say their efforts are shifting toward a larger legal fight.
After Florida’s first black bear hunt in nearly a decade ended with far fewer animals killed than allowed, conservation groups say their efforts are shifting toward a larger legal fight.
Cold snap sends manatees to Florida springs for winter warmth
A chilly week across Florida has sent manatees swimming inland in search of warmer water, with hundreds gathering at Blue Springs State Park, where water temperatures remain a steady 72 degrees year-round.
A chilly week across Florida has sent manatees swimming inland in search of warmer water, with hundreds gathering at Blue Springs State Park, where water temperatures remain a steady 72 degrees year-round.
Oyster reefs are growing again in the Indian River Lagoon
Oyster reefs in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon are showing signs of recovery after decades of damage from overharvesting, pollution, and boat activity, which wiped out more than half of the habitat.
Oyster reefs in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon are showing signs of recovery after decades of damage from overharvesting, pollution, and boat activity, which wiped out more than half of the habitat.
Central Florida Zoo offers discounts through electronics recycling
Central Florida residents looking to dispose of old electronics safely got an added incentive this weekend at the Central Florida Zoo. The zoo hosted a special electronics recycling event, inviting the public to drop off items such as old televisions, computer,s and monitors for proper recycling. In return, participants received a 25% discount on up to four zoo admission tickets.
Central Florida residents looking to dispose of old electronics safely got an added incentive this weekend at the Central Florida Zoo. The zoo hosted a special electronics recycling event, inviting the public to drop off items such as old televisions, computer,s and monitors for proper recycling. In return, participants received a 25% discount on up to four zoo admission tickets.
Family shaken after gunfire strikes home on New Year’s Day
A family in an Orange County neighborhood says they are afraid to stay inside their home after waking up to bullet holes discovered on New Year’s Day, authorities said.
A family in an Orange County neighborhood says they are afraid to stay inside their home after waking up to bullet holes discovered on New Year’s Day, authorities said.
Former Orlando police officer killed in family dispute, police say
A former Orlando police officer was shot and killed late Thursday during a family dispute, authorities said, and a suspect was arrested hours later following a traffic stop in Central Florida.
A former Orlando police officer was shot and killed late Thursday during a family dispute, authorities said, and a suspect was arrested hours later following a traffic stop in Central Florida.
Florida sex offender accused of kidnapping 11-year-old boy
A 60-year-old convicted sex offender has been arrested and charged with kidnapping an 11-year-old boy and holding him against his will for several days, authorities in northeast Florida said.
A 60-year-old convicted sex offender has been arrested and charged with kidnapping an 11-year-old boy and holding him against his will for several days, authorities in northeast Florida said.
Families frustrated with short sentences for suspects in murders of 2 teens in vape pen robbery
Brevard County families in a 2024 vape robbery and murder said justice wasn’t served for their lost loved ones.
Brevard County families in a 2024 vape robbery and murder said justice wasn’t served for their lost loved ones.