Lawmakers look to limit out-of-state enrollment at Florida universities
Florida could see fewer out-of-state students at its major public universities if a proposed bill becomes law. The measure would require schools such as the University of Florida, Florida State University, the University of South Florida and the University of Central Florida to cap out-of-state enrollment at 5%, down from the current 10% allowed by state law.
Florida could see fewer out-of-state students at its major public universities if a proposed bill becomes law. The measure would require schools such as the University of Florida, Florida State University, the University of South Florida and the University of Central Florida to cap out-of-state enrollment at 5%, down from the current 10% allowed by state law.
What is the forecast for Daytona 500? Timing of rain depends on arrival of cold front
A cold front is expected to bring rain to Florida late next weekend, but most models suggest any showers will arrive after the Daytona 500 concludes.
A cold front is expected to bring rain to Florida late next weekend, but most models suggest any showers will arrive after the Daytona 500 concludes.
Man accused of causing estimated $70K in damages in Orlando
A man has been charged with felony criminal mischief after authorities say he went on a vandalism spree across downtown Orlando, causing an estimated $70,000 in damage to businesses, historic windows and vehicles.
A man has been charged with felony criminal mischief after authorities say he went on a vandalism spree across downtown Orlando, causing an estimated $70,000 in damage to businesses, historic windows and vehicles.
Bystander rescues pregnant woman from sinking car near I-95
A pregnant woman and her unborn child were rescued Friday morning after her car crashed into a retention pond near Interstate 95 and began to sink, authorities said.
A pregnant woman and her unborn child were rescued Friday morning after her car crashed into a retention pond near Interstate 95 and began to sink, authorities said.
Ronald Heath to be Florida's first execution of 2026 after record year in 2025
Following a record year for executions in Florida, the state is preparing to carry out its first execution of 2026.
Following a record year for executions in Florida, the state is preparing to carry out its first execution of 2026.
Florida AG announces arrest in alleged online child sexual exploitation case
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier on Monday announced the arrest of a Rhode Island man on charges related to sexual exploitation of a minor and coercing the production of child sexual abuse material.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier on Monday announced the arrest of a Rhode Island man on charges related to sexual exploitation of a minor and coercing the production of child sexual abuse material.
Manatee rescued after being trapped inside storm drain under road
An adult manatee that became stuck inside a storm drain under a Melbourne Beach roadway has been rescued following an hours-long operation, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
An adult manatee that became stuck inside a storm drain under a Melbourne Beach roadway has been rescued following an hours-long operation, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Crews lift manatee out of storm drain in daring rescue mission
An adult manatee that became stuck inside a storm drain under a Melbourne Beach roadway has been rescued following an hours-long operation, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
An adult manatee that became stuck inside a storm drain under a Melbourne Beach roadway has been rescued following an hours-long operation, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Melbourne Beach officials coordinate rescue of manatee trapped in storm drain
A manatee trapped in a storm drain in Melbourne Beach is the focus of an urgent rescue operation, town officials said Monday. Melbourne Beach Town Commissioner Terry Cronin said the animal was discovered during routine stormwater system improvements.
A manatee trapped in a storm drain in Melbourne Beach is the focus of an urgent rescue operation, town officials said Monday. Melbourne Beach Town Commissioner Terry Cronin said the animal was discovered during routine stormwater system improvements.
Sanford pond cleanup removes dead fish and turtles
Last month, a foul odor began spreading through Sanford after hundreds of fish and turtles were found dead near a construction site. Now, Seminole County officials are breathing a sigh of relief as the pond has been cleaned and the dead animals removed.
Last month, a foul odor began spreading through Sanford after hundreds of fish and turtles were found dead near a construction site. Now, Seminole County officials are breathing a sigh of relief as the pond has been cleaned and the dead animals removed.
Lake County man accused of sexual, physical abuse of minor in his care
A Lake County man is accused of several counts relating to the abuse of a child in his care.
A Lake County man is accused of several counts relating to the abuse of a child in his care.
Manatee rescued after being trapped inside storm drain under road in Melbourne Beach
An adult manatee that became stuck inside a storm drain under a Melbourne Beach roadway has been rescued following an hours-long operation, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
An adult manatee that became stuck inside a storm drain under a Melbourne Beach roadway has been rescued following an hours-long operation, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Manatee trapped in storm drain; rescue effort underway
A manatee became trapped in a storm drain in Melbourne Beach on Thursday, prompting a multi-agency rescue effort, officials said.
A manatee became trapped in a storm drain in Melbourne Beach on Thursday, prompting a multi-agency rescue effort, officials said.
Lake County man charged in alleged yearslong sexual abuse of child
A Lake County man has been arrested and charged with multiple felony counts related to the alleged sexual abuse of a child that investigators say occurred over several years.
A Lake County man has been arrested and charged with multiple felony counts related to the alleged sexual abuse of a child that investigators say occurred over several years.
Orlando plans major redevelopment beneath I-4 in downtown
City leaders in Orlando plan to begin construction this summer on a major redevelopment project beneath Interstate 4 that officials say could reshape downtown.
City leaders in Orlando plan to begin construction this summer on a major redevelopment project beneath Interstate 4 that officials say could reshape downtown.
NASA delays Crew-12 launch because of weather concerns
NASA has postponed its first crewed launch attempt of the week from Florida’s Space Coast because of weather concerns, officials said. The Crew-12 mission is now scheduled to launch no earlier than Thursday morning.
NASA has postponed its first crewed launch attempt of the week from Florida’s Space Coast because of weather concerns, officials said. The Crew-12 mission is now scheduled to launch no earlier than Thursday morning.
Brother, sister killed in murder-suicide, Apopka police say
Police in Apopka said two people found dead inside a business in Apopka on Friday night died in a murder-suicide.
Police in Apopka said two people found dead inside a business in Apopka on Friday night died in a murder-suicide.
Carbon monoxide suspected in death of Florida family of 4
A family of four was found dead inside their Marion County, Florida, home Saturday night, and authorities say carbon monoxide poisoning is believed to be the cause.
A family of four was found dead inside their Marion County, Florida, home Saturday night, and authorities say carbon monoxide poisoning is believed to be the cause.
3 former Marion County firefighters charged in battery 'hazing' of teen co-worker, charges dropped for 1
One of four Marion County former firefighters allegedly involved in the ‘hazing’ of a co-worker, which resulted in battery and kidnapping, the sheriff's office said, will not face charges.
One of four Marion County former firefighters allegedly involved in the ‘hazing’ of a co-worker, which resulted in battery and kidnapping, the sheriff's office said, will not face charges.
NASA confirms readiness for Crew-12 Mission to Space Station
When will SpaceX Crew-12 launch? After being delayed one day due to weather, NASA and ISS operations say the crew, ground operations and vehicles are ready. However, NASA is monitoring the weather and the high winds.
When will SpaceX Crew-12 launch? After being delayed one day due to weather, NASA and ISS operations say the crew, ground operations and vehicles are ready. However, NASA is monitoring the weather and the high winds.