SeaWorld rescues cold-stunned sea turtles
16 green sea turtles by SeaWorld Orlando’s rescue team following a severe freeze in Florida. These turtles are being treated for “cold stunning,” a condition that can occur when water temperatures drop below 50 degrees, causing the animals to become lethargic and unable to swim or eat.
16 green sea turtles by SeaWorld Orlando’s rescue team following a severe freeze in Florida. These turtles are being treated for “cold stunning,” a condition that can occur when water temperatures drop below 50 degrees, causing the animals to become lethargic and unable to swim or eat.
Brevard Humane Society alleges fraud after contractor dispute
According to the Humane Society, they signed a contract with Secure Fence and Rail LLC in Oak Hill, Florida back in June. However, the project never started. The Humane Society says repeated calls to the company went unreturned, and the executive director soon realized something was wrong.
According to the Humane Society, they signed a contract with Secure Fence and Rail LLC in Oak Hill, Florida back in June. However, the project never started. The Humane Society says repeated calls to the company went unreturned, and the executive director soon realized something was wrong.
Man accused of shooting, killing his father-in-law in Sanford home
Shaun Simon is accused of shooting and killing his father-in-law stemming from a reported domestic dispute. Simon is being held without bond after a judge found probable cause for premediated murder.
Shaun Simon is accused of shooting and killing his father-in-law stemming from a reported domestic dispute. Simon is being held without bond after a judge found probable cause for premediated murder.
Florida triple-murder suspect skips court hearing
Ahmad Bojeh, the man accused of shooting and killing three tourists outside a rental home in Kissimmee, skipped his court appearance on Wednesday, Feb. 4. However, prosecutors and his defense attorneys attended. Bojeh has been formally charged with second-degree murder. It will be up to a grand jury to decide if he will face a charge of first-degree murder. Here is the latest on the case.
Ahmad Bojeh, the man accused of shooting and killing three tourists outside a rental home in Kissimmee, skipped his court appearance on Wednesday, Feb. 4. However, prosecutors and his defense attorneys attended. Bojeh has been formally charged with second-degree murder. It will be up to a grand jury to decide if he will face a charge of first-degree murder. Here is the latest on the case.
Osceola Sheriff: 3 arrested in 2024 gang-related shooting
Osceola County Sheriff Christopher Blackmon announced Wednesday that three people have been arrested in connection to the 2024 shooting death of 20-year-old Kashorn Armand. Ta’Shard Smith, now 18, Sincere McKenzie, now 18, and Cornelius Wall, 21, were indicted by a grand jury. Armand was found dead inside a Range Rover on Nov. 15, 2024, at 2:45 a.m. The sheriff's office said he had been shot multiple times. Deputies believed this shooting was not random, and that it is potentially linked to gang activity.
Osceola County Sheriff Christopher Blackmon announced Wednesday that three people have been arrested in connection to the 2024 shooting death of 20-year-old Kashorn Armand. Ta’Shard Smith, now 18, Sincere McKenzie, now 18, and Cornelius Wall, 21, were indicted by a grand jury. Armand was found dead inside a Range Rover on Nov. 15, 2024, at 2:45 a.m. The sheriff's office said he had been shot multiple times. Deputies believed this shooting was not random, and that it is potentially linked to gang activity.
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A Florida teen is at the hospital with severe burns after became engulfed in flames, forced to run into the water to put them out. His friend is now facing a charge of aggravated battery.
A Florida teen is at the hospital with severe burns after became engulfed in flames, forced to run into the water to put them out. His friend is now facing a charge of aggravated battery.
Arrests made in 2024 Osceola County homicide investigation
Three suspects in connection to a 2024 gang-related murder investigation in Osceola County are now behind bars. The Osceola County Sheriff's office began investigating the murder of Kashorn Armand, 20, who was found dead in a vehicle in November 2024. After a several-month investigation, investigators identified Ta'Shard Smith, 18, Sincere McKenzie, 18, and Cornelius Walls, 21, in connection to Armand's murder.
Three suspects in connection to a 2024 gang-related murder investigation in Osceola County are now behind bars. The Osceola County Sheriff's office began investigating the murder of Kashorn Armand, 20, who was found dead in a vehicle in November 2024. After a several-month investigation, investigators identified Ta'Shard Smith, 18, Sincere McKenzie, 18, and Cornelius Walls, 21, in connection to Armand's murder.
Orlando neighborhood on alert after coyotes attack dog
Residents in an Orlando neighborhood are on alert after multiple coyotes were spotted roaming streets in broad daylight, including an incident in which two animals attacked a small dog in a fenced yard, according to residents and wildlife officials.
Residents in an Orlando neighborhood are on alert after multiple coyotes were spotted roaming streets in broad daylight, including an incident in which two animals attacked a small dog in a fenced yard, according to residents and wildlife officials.
Drought, recent freeze raise wildfire risk across Florida
Fire officials are warning that a recent hard freeze, combined with ongoing drought conditions, is increasing the risk of wildfires across the state.
Fire officials are warning that a recent hard freeze, combined with ongoing drought conditions, is increasing the risk of wildfires across the state.
Debate over ICE walkouts escalates to threatening phone call, school board chair says
A planned student protest at three Brevard County high schools has prompted a sheriff’s investigation after the school board chairman reported receiving a threatening voicemail, authorities said.
A planned student protest at three Brevard County high schools has prompted a sheriff’s investigation after the school board chairman reported receiving a threatening voicemail, authorities said.
School board chair said he was threatened over warning to students
The chairman of the Brevard County School Board says he has received threats after sending a letter warning students they could face discipline for participating in planned walkouts at three high schools to protest immigration enforcement.
The chairman of the Brevard County School Board says he has received threats after sending a letter warning students they could face discipline for participating in planned walkouts at three high schools to protest immigration enforcement.
Thunder by the Bay festival returns to Sarasota
The Thunder by the Bay Music and Motor Festival is returning to Sarasota for its 28th annual event, featuring performances from rock and country acts including Night Ranger, 38 Special and headliner Montgomery Gentry.
The Thunder by the Bay Music and Motor Festival is returning to Sarasota for its 28th annual event, featuring performances from rock and country acts including Night Ranger, 38 Special and headliner Montgomery Gentry.
Massive roadway collapse in Lake County prompts sinkhole investigation
Fears are growing in Groveland after a massive roadway collapse forced the closure of Empire Church Road, prompting safety concerns for nearby residents and an ongoing investigation into the cause.
Fears are growing in Groveland after a massive roadway collapse forced the closure of Empire Church Road, prompting safety concerns for nearby residents and an ongoing investigation into the cause.
Sea turtle rescue underway as cold-stunned animals arrive at Brevard Zoo
As temperatures begin to rise after a recent freeze, the Brevard Zoo is working to rescue and treat dozens of cold-stunned sea turtles found along the Indian River Lagoon.
As temperatures begin to rise after a recent freeze, the Brevard Zoo is working to rescue and treat dozens of cold-stunned sea turtles found along the Indian River Lagoon.
Bahama Breeze is closing: Darden to shutter 14 locations, convert 14 others to different brands
After 30 years since opening its first Bahama Breeze restaurant on International Drive in Orlando, Florida, Darden Restaurants Inc. said it will permanently close 14 of the chain’s 28 restaurants, while converting the remaining locations to other concepts.
After 30 years since opening its first Bahama Breeze restaurant on International Drive in Orlando, Florida, Darden Restaurants Inc. said it will permanently close 14 of the chain’s 28 restaurants, while converting the remaining locations to other concepts.
Cold-stunned sea turtles arrive at Brevard Zoo
As temperatures begin to rise after a recent freeze, the Brevard Zoo is working to rescue and treat dozens of cold-stunned sea turtles found along the Indian River Lagoon.
As temperatures begin to rise after a recent freeze, the Brevard Zoo is working to rescue and treat dozens of cold-stunned sea turtles found along the Indian River Lagoon.
Orange County school board weighs e-bike restrictions
Orange County Public Schools officials are considering new restrictions on student use of electric bikes after a series of recent crashes raised safety concerns near and on school campuses.
Orange County Public Schools officials are considering new restrictions on student use of electric bikes after a series of recent crashes raised safety concerns near and on school campuses.
Residents seek answers as railroad tie fire raises health concerns
Marion County residents who live near the site of a massive fire involving creosote-soaked railroad ties remain concerned about lingering health risks and air quality around their homes.
Marion County residents who live near the site of a massive fire involving creosote-soaked railroad ties remain concerned about lingering health risks and air quality around their homes.
NASA delays Artemis II moon mission after hydrogen leaks
NASA has postponed its Artemis II mission around the moon until at least March after engineers detected liquid hydrogen leaks during a critical launch rehearsal at Kennedy Space Center, reviving issues that delayed the program’s first flight.
NASA has postponed its Artemis II mission around the moon until at least March after engineers detected liquid hydrogen leaks during a critical launch rehearsal at Kennedy Space Center, reviving issues that delayed the program’s first flight.
Josh D'Amaro named next Walt Disney Company CEO
The Walt Disney Company has named Josh D’Amaro, who oversees the company’s Experiences division, as its next CEO. D’Amaro, 54, will succeed current CEO Bob Iger, who will retire later this year.
The Walt Disney Company has named Josh D’Amaro, who oversees the company’s Experiences division, as its next CEO. D’Amaro, 54, will succeed current CEO Bob Iger, who will retire later this year.