4 rescued manatees return to Florida to be released into the wild

Four rescued manatees have been transported from Ohio to Florida, where they will continue to be rehabilitated with the ultimate goal of releasing them back into the wild.

Seminole County plans new wastewater treatment
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Residents living near the Palm Valley wastewater treatment plant in Seminole County say persistent odors and deteriorating infrastructure highlight the need for a replacement facility.

Florida woman convicted of vehicular homicide in boyfriend’s deadly crash
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A jury has convicted Leah Mumby of vehicular homicide and reckless driving in a crash that killed her boyfriend, Daniel Waterman, after an argument over alleged infidelity.

Injured Polk County police dog receives prosthetic leg after shooting
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Ace, a Polk County sheriff’s K-9 who lost a leg after being shot in the line of duty, has received a custom prosthetic and is adjusting to life on four legs again.

Family boy killed by falling classroom video board plans lawsuit
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The family of a 5-year-old boy who died after a classroom video board fell on him at a school in Palm Bay has hired an attorney and is preparing potential lawsuits, the family’s lawyer said.

Michelle Parker’s ex-fiancé arrested in her disappearance, death
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A Florida man has been charged with second-degree murder in the 2011 disappearance of his former fiancée, Michelle Parker, whose case remained unsolved for nearly 15 years.

Michelle Parker disappearance: Police make arrest | Full press conference
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The Orlando Police Department has made an arrest in connection to the disappearance of Michelle Parker, an Orlando mom who disappeared on Nov. 17, 2011 – nearly 15 years ago. Police said Parker's ex-fiance, Dale Smith Jr., was arrested early Wednesday morning under suspicion of second-degree murder in Parker's presumed death. Smith has long been considered a suspect in Parker's disappearance

Michelle Parker's ex-fiance arrested in Orlando mom's disappearance, death, police say

The Orlando Police Department has made an arrest in connection to the disappearance of Michelle Parker, an Orlando mom who went missing on Nov. 17, 2011 – nearly 15 years ago.

Police search for woman in fake FBI agent scam targeting 82-year-old in Orange County
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Police are searching for a woman connected to a scam in which an 82-year-old Orange County resident was told to place more than $18,000 in a shoebox after receiving a call from someone posing as an FBI agent.

Eustis eliminates annual Veterans Day parade, citing budget concerns
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 The city of Eustis is eliminating its annual Salute to Veterans Parade as a standalone event, citing budget concerns and attendance, a decision that has disappointed some local veterans.

Police: West Melbourne store owner chased down, intentionally hit teen after break-in
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A West Melbourne store owner is accused of chasing down a 14-year-old boy and intentionally striking him with his vehicle after a reported break-in, then returning to his business without telling police what happened. The teenager was left seriously injured along the side of the road for nearly an hour before officers found him.

Funeral set for Brevard County Homicide Agent Kevin Morris
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Brevard County Homicide Agent Kevin Morris died Saturday night after a wrong-way driver struck his vehicle on Interstate 95 while he was responding to a deputy-involved shooting.

Judge denies bond for suspect in downtown Orlando stabbing
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A man accused of stabbing another man four times during a confrontation in downtown Orlando will remain jailed without bond after a judge heard competing arguments Tuesday over whether the attack was self-defense.

Undercover bust yields dozens of arrests in downtown Orlando
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An undercover Orlando police operation targeting downtown nightlife uncovered illegal drug sales and alcohol permit violations at multiple bars and nightclubs, resulting in dozens of arrests and charges, authorities said.

Daytona Beach pressures Plaza Resort owners to make repairs
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The future of one of Daytona Beach's most recognizable oceanfront hotels remains uncertain as city officials pressure the owners of the long-closed Plaza Resort to address code violations and make repairs needed to stabilize the property.

Trial begins for woman accused of intentionally killing boyfriend in crash
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A woman accused of intentionally crashing her car into a tree along Interstate 95 during an argument with her boyfriend is on trial in Flagler County on charges of vehicular homicide and reckless driving.

Execution cases reignite death penalty debate
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 Florida executed death row inmate James Robertson on Tuesday, while Gov. Ron DeSantis halted the execution of another inmate who had been scheduled to die the same day, preventing what would have been a rare double execution in the state.

Orange County begins search for new school superintendent
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Orange County Public Schools has begun the process of finding its next superintendent as current Superintendent Dr. Maria Vazquez prepares to leave the district.

SpaceX launch creates 'space jellyfish' over Central Florida
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An early morning SpaceX launch from Florida's Space Coast produced a colorful, jellyfish-shaped cloud visible across parts of Central Florida, prompting viewers to send in photos of the unusual sight.

NASA wants to explore moon caves that one day could shelter astronauts
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NASA is planning a mission to investigate potential caves beneath the moon's surface that researchers say could eventually provide natural shelter for astronauts.