Federal bill would study impact of alligator protections
A new bill in Congress would require a federal study examining whether alligator protection policies are affecting Florida's ability to remove nuisance alligators from areas near homes, businesses and waterways.
A new bill in Congress would require a federal study examining whether alligator protection policies are affecting Florida's ability to remove nuisance alligators from areas near homes, businesses and waterways.
Tiger Woods avoids jail with plea deal in South Florida crash case
Tiger Woods pleaded guilty Wednesday to reckless driving, careless driving, and refusing to submit to a urine test, avoiding jail time in connection with his March crash in South Florida.
Tiger Woods pleaded guilty Wednesday to reckless driving, careless driving, and refusing to submit to a urine test, avoiding jail time in connection with his March crash in South Florida.
Deltona woman accused of body-slamming victim during DeLand fight
A Deltona woman is facing felony charges after police say she seriously injured another woman during a fight in DeLand before trying to flee on a scooter.
A Deltona woman is facing felony charges after police say she seriously injured another woman during a fight in DeLand before trying to flee on a scooter.
Dengue fever in Florida: 1 case confirmed in Orange County; 40+ cases statewide
A locally-acquired case of dengue fever has been confirmed in Orange County, and more than 40 cases across Florida. Here's what to know about signs, symptoms, and prevention.
A locally-acquired case of dengue fever has been confirmed in Orange County, and more than 40 cases across Florida. Here's what to know about signs, symptoms, and prevention.
Florida to receive 5.7 million eggs in $3.3M settlement over producer price manipulation allegations
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced Wednesday that 5.7 million eggs will be distributed across the state as part of a $3.3 million settlement stemming from allegations that egg producers manipulated market prices.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced Wednesday that 5.7 million eggs will be distributed across the state as part of a $3.3 million settlement stemming from allegations that egg producers manipulated market prices.
Accused trespasser shot, killed at DeLand home: Deputies
A man was shot and killed outside a home in DeLand on Tuesday night after an argument over alleged trespassing ended in a shooting, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office.
A man was shot and killed outside a home in DeLand on Tuesday night after an argument over alleged trespassing ended in a shooting, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office.
Big cases assisted by license plate readers in Central Florida
As Florida agencies remove automated license plate readers from state-owned roads, law enforcement leaders and privacy advocates remain divided over whether the technology is an essential crime-fighting tool or an invasion of privacy. Sheriffs say license plate readers have played a critical role in solving major cases across the state.
As Florida agencies remove automated license plate readers from state-owned roads, law enforcement leaders and privacy advocates remain divided over whether the technology is an essential crime-fighting tool or an invasion of privacy. Sheriffs say license plate readers have played a critical role in solving major cases across the state.
Orange County to continue using license plate readers off state roads
The Orange County Sheriff's Office said it will comply with the state's order to remove automated license plate readers from Florida highways but will continue to use the cameras as an investigative tool off state roads.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office said it will comply with the state's order to remove automated license plate readers from Florida highways but will continue to use the cameras as an investigative tool off state roads.
Daytona Beach considers restoring two-way traffic on some streets
Daytona Beach officials are considering converting several one-way beachside streets back to two-way traffic in an effort to improve access for businesses, reduce driver confusion, and calm traffic.
Daytona Beach officials are considering converting several one-way beachside streets back to two-way traffic in an effort to improve access for businesses, reduce driver confusion, and calm traffic.
Tiger Woods scheduled for plea hearing in Florida DUI crash case
Tiger Woods is scheduled to be in court on Wednesday in Florida for a plea hearing related to his March 2026 arrest for suspected DUI following a rollover crash on Jupiter Island.
Tiger Woods is scheduled to be in court on Wednesday in Florida for a plea hearing related to his March 2026 arrest for suspected DUI following a rollover crash on Jupiter Island.
Custom statue destroyed outside Cocoa Beach's Cosmic Tiki
Cocoa Beach police are searching for a man accused of causing thousands of dollars in damage after he was caught on surveillance video toppling a custom-made statue outside a local business.
Cocoa Beach police are searching for a man accused of causing thousands of dollars in damage after he was caught on surveillance video toppling a custom-made statue outside a local business.
License plate readers and traffic cameras: What's the difference?
As Florida agencies remove automated license plate readers from state roads, questions remain about why the technology is being targeted while other roadside cameras remain in use.
As Florida agencies remove automated license plate readers from state roads, questions remain about why the technology is being targeted while other roadside cameras remain in use.
Tiger Woods strikes plea deal in Florida DUI crash case; driver's license suspended for 5 years
A Florida judge suspended Tiger Woods' driver's license for five years and ordered him to pay a $1,500 fine on Wednesday, part of a plea agreement reached with prosecutors following his March 2026 arrest for suspected DUI after a crash on Jupiter Island.
A Florida judge suspended Tiger Woods' driver's license for five years and ordered him to pay a $1,500 fine on Wednesday, part of a plea agreement reached with prosecutors following his March 2026 arrest for suspected DUI after a crash on Jupiter Island.
Melbourne Beach removes cameras from beach rescue stations
Melbourne Beach has removed cameras from all 13 of its beach rescue ring stations after residents raised privacy concerns, while leaving the lifesaving equipment in place.
Melbourne Beach has removed cameras from all 13 of its beach rescue ring stations after residents raised privacy concerns, while leaving the lifesaving equipment in place.
Worrell says she has been told DeSantis plans to remove her again
Orange-Osceola State Attorney Monique Worrell said Tuesday that she has received information from a trusted source that Gov. Ron DeSantis plans to remove her from office for a second time. However, the governor's office has not commented publicly, and Attorney General James Uthmeier said he has not heard anything about such a move.
Orange-Osceola State Attorney Monique Worrell said Tuesday that she has received information from a trusted source that Gov. Ron DeSantis plans to remove her from office for a second time. However, the governor's office has not commented publicly, and Attorney General James Uthmeier said he has not heard anything about such a move.
Privacy advocates sound off on license plate readers
As Florida agencies remove automated license plate readers from state roads, questions remain about why the technology is being targeted while other roadside cameras remain in use.
As Florida agencies remove automated license plate readers from state roads, questions remain about why the technology is being targeted while other roadside cameras remain in use.
Melbourne weighs fines after trucks repeatedly strike low bridge
Melbourne officials are considering issuing citations to drivers of oversized vehicles after a low railroad bridge downtown has been struck 11 times since January 2025 despite multiple warning signs.
Melbourne officials are considering issuing citations to drivers of oversized vehicles after a low railroad bridge downtown has been struck 11 times since January 2025 despite multiple warning signs.
Florida agencies split over future of license plate readers
Florida law enforcement agencies are taking different approaches after the state ordered the removal of automated license plate readers from state-owned roads, with some pausing their programs and others shutting them down entirely.
Florida law enforcement agencies are taking different approaches after the state ordered the removal of automated license plate readers from state-owned roads, with some pausing their programs and others shutting them down entirely.
2 accused of holding four children captive in truck for years
Two people are facing multiple felony charges after Florida investigators say they held four children captive inside the cab of a commercial truck for years, where they were allegedly abused and deprived of necessities.
Two people are facing multiple felony charges after Florida investigators say they held four children captive inside the cab of a commercial truck for years, where they were allegedly abused and deprived of necessities.
Monique Worrell defends record as State Attorney
Florida State Attorney Monique Worrell alleged Tuesday in a news conference that she had received a phone call alerting her that her removal by Gov. Ron DeSantis was “imminent.” DeSantis has not publicly said anything. DeSantis removed Worrell in 2023. She was re-elected in 2024.
Florida State Attorney Monique Worrell alleged Tuesday in a news conference that she had received a phone call alerting her that her removal by Gov. Ron DeSantis was “imminent.” DeSantis has not publicly said anything. DeSantis removed Worrell in 2023. She was re-elected in 2024.