‘Flesh-Eating’ bacteria cases reported across U.S. as Florida records another death
A deadly bacteria found in warm coastal waters is raising concerns in Florida and other states. Here's what to know.
A deadly bacteria found in warm coastal waters is raising concerns in Florida and other states. Here's what to know.
Florida student to compete in National Civics Bee
An Osceola middle schooler, Araoluwakiitan Afolabi, won the state competition and will be representing the state of Florida at the National Civics Bee in Washington, DC. The Civics Bee is an annual, nonpartisan competition for middle school students in grades 6 through 8 designed to improve civics literacy and encourage community engagement. The first phase of this competition is an essay and that submission window is opened for next year already. If your child would like to participate, the link is: https://my.reviewr.com/NationalCivicsBee/site/NationalCivicsBee2027?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=ncb Submission period for essays (the first round of the Bee) is open now through February 2, 2027.
An Osceola middle schooler, Araoluwakiitan Afolabi, won the state competition and will be representing the state of Florida at the National Civics Bee in Washington, DC. The Civics Bee is an annual, nonpartisan competition for middle school students in grades 6 through 8 designed to improve civics literacy and encourage community engagement. The first phase of this competition is an essay and that submission window is opened for next year already. If your child would like to participate, the link is: https://my.reviewr.com/NationalCivicsBee/site/NationalCivicsBee2027?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=ncb Submission period for essays (the first round of the Bee) is open now through February 2, 2027.
More than 200 pounds of marijuana seized in airport drug busts
Drug smugglers are using ordinary domestic flights to sneak hundreds of pounds of bulk marijuana into Central Florida, according to police records obtained by FOX 35 News.
Drug smugglers are using ordinary domestic flights to sneak hundreds of pounds of bulk marijuana into Central Florida, according to police records obtained by FOX 35 News.
More than 200 pounds of marijuana seized in airport drug busts
According to retired U.S. Border Patrol Intelligence Agent Michael Cluck, drug organizations intentionally use domestic flights, mail carriers, and highway travel because they bypass international border checks.
According to retired U.S. Border Patrol Intelligence Agent Michael Cluck, drug organizations intentionally use domestic flights, mail carriers, and highway travel because they bypass international border checks.
Teen recovering after attack by 5 dogs, father recounts desperate rescue
A 17-year-old Marion County teen is recovering after he says he was attacked by five dogs while walking with his father Monday night.
A 17-year-old Marion County teen is recovering after he says he was attacked by five dogs while walking with his father Monday night.
4 children found home alone while Florida mom was on 3-day cruise
A Florida mother is accused of leaving her four children, including a two-month-old infant, home by themselves while she went on a three-day cruise.
A Florida mother is accused of leaving her four children, including a two-month-old infant, home by themselves while she went on a three-day cruise.
Teen recovering after attack by five dogs, father recounts rescue
A 17-year-old Marion County teen is recovering after he says he was attacked by five dogs while walking with his father Monday night.
A 17-year-old Marion County teen is recovering after he says he was attacked by five dogs while walking with his father Monday night.
Former college professor charged after missing teen investigation
A former Miami Dade College professor is facing felony charges after a missing 15-year-old girl was found at a Palm Coast hotel, authorities said.
A former Miami Dade College professor is facing felony charges after a missing 15-year-old girl was found at a Palm Coast hotel, authorities said.
Beachgoers raise environmental concerns over stranded boat
A beached vessel that drifted from the ocean onto Patrick Space Force Base Space remains stuck and falling apart as bureaucratic delays stall removal efforts.
A beached vessel that drifted from the ocean onto Patrick Space Force Base Space remains stuck and falling apart as bureaucratic delays stall removal efforts.
Accused arsonist in deadly house fire held without bond
A Seminole County man accused of intentionally setting his home on fire, killing nine dogs, was ordered held without bond Tuesday on an arson charge.
A Seminole County man accused of intentionally setting his home on fire, killing nine dogs, was ordered held without bond Tuesday on an arson charge.
Florida Amendment 3 calculator: Projected county funding cuts
Florida voters will decide on Amendment 3 in November, a measure that would increase the homestead exemption while lowering the cap on increases in assessments for non-homesteaded property.
Florida voters will decide on Amendment 3 in November, a measure that would increase the homestead exemption while lowering the cap on increases in assessments for non-homesteaded property.
Florida executes 77-year-old man convicted of 1995 Polk County hammer attack murder
A 77-year-old man convicted of beating a woman to death with a hammer in 1995 was executed Tuesday evening at the Florida State Prison.
A 77-year-old man convicted of beating a woman to death with a hammer in 1995 was executed Tuesday evening at the Florida State Prison.
Space Force plans laser systems to defend launch sites from drones
The U.S. Space Force is planning to deploy advanced drone defense technology, including laser systems, to help protect launch pads and critical infrastructure at Cape Canaveral from unauthorized aircraft.
The U.S. Space Force is planning to deploy advanced drone defense technology, including laser systems, to help protect launch pads and critical infrastructure at Cape Canaveral from unauthorized aircraft.
Daytona Beach explores amusement park as part of boardwalk revival
Daytona Beach officials are exploring the possibility of bringing amusement rides back to the boardwalk as part of a broader effort to revitalize the beachfront and attract more visitors.
Daytona Beach officials are exploring the possibility of bringing amusement rides back to the boardwalk as part of a broader effort to revitalize the beachfront and attract more visitors.
Orange County considers stricter rules for e-bikes, e-scooters
Orange County commissioners are considering new regulations for e-bikes and e-scooters aimed at improving safety and cracking down on reckless riding.
Orange County commissioners are considering new regulations for e-bikes and e-scooters aimed at improving safety and cracking down on reckless riding.
Groveland water main break leaves 3,500 homes with low pressure
About 3,500 homes in Groveland experienced low water pressure Tuesday after a major water main break outside the Sunshine Water Treatment Plant, marking the city's third water disruption this month.
About 3,500 homes in Groveland experienced low water pressure Tuesday after a major water main break outside the Sunshine Water Treatment Plant, marking the city's third water disruption this month.
1 killed, another critically injured in separate construction accidents
One construction worker was killed, and another was critically injured Tuesday in two separate construction accidents about a mile apart in Seminole County, authorities said.
One construction worker was killed, and another was critically injured Tuesday in two separate construction accidents about a mile apart in Seminole County, authorities said.
Daytona Beach explores new attractions, amusement rides for boardwalk redevelopment
Daytona Beach leaders are exploring new attractions for the boardwalk as part of an effort to boost tourism and increase activity along the beachfront.
Daytona Beach leaders are exploring new attractions for the boardwalk as part of an effort to boost tourism and increase activity along the beachfront.
Space Force to deploy laser technology to defend launch sites from drones
The U.S. Space Force is introducing new technology, including laser systems, to help protect Cape Canaveral launch facilities from unauthorized drones as officials respond to growing security threats.
The U.S. Space Force is introducing new technology, including laser systems, to help protect Cape Canaveral launch facilities from unauthorized drones as officials respond to growing security threats.
Body found in Melbourne Beach search for missing bodyboarder
A body was found along Melbourne Beach on Monday as authorities searched for a missing bodyboarder who disappeared in dangerous surf, though officials have not confirmed the identity. Pasted text
A body was found along Melbourne Beach on Monday as authorities searched for a missing bodyboarder who disappeared in dangerous surf, though officials have not confirmed the identity. Pasted text