'Modified fireworks' found in student’s car at Matanzas High
A high school in Flagler County was placed on a hold status on Tuesday after “modified fireworks” were found inside a student’s car on campus, authorities said.
A high school in Flagler County was placed on a hold status on Tuesday after “modified fireworks” were found inside a student’s car on campus, authorities said.
Gov. DeSantis announces $167.5M in rural infrastructure funding, special session on redistricting
Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a massive infrastructure investment plan Wednesday morning aimed at strengthening rural communities across Florida.
Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a massive infrastructure investment plan Wednesday morning aimed at strengthening rural communities across Florida.
Judge denies request to delay trial in Orlando Halloween mass shooting case
A handwritten letter asking for a new attorney was not enough to persuade a judge to delay the murder trial of a teenager charged in a deadly Halloween mass shooting in downtown Orlando in 2024. Jaylen Edgar, 18, asked an Orange County judge Tuesday to replace his defense attorney, a move that likely would have postponed the trial scheduled to begin this week.
A handwritten letter asking for a new attorney was not enough to persuade a judge to delay the murder trial of a teenager charged in a deadly Halloween mass shooting in downtown Orlando in 2024. Jaylen Edgar, 18, asked an Orange County judge Tuesday to replace his defense attorney, a move that likely would have postponed the trial scheduled to begin this week.
Marion County firefighter describes alleged hazing attack
A 19-year-old firefighter says he was assaulted and waterboarded by coworkers during an alleged hazing incident while on duty at a Marion County fire station, an attack that led to multiple arrests and has left him feeling isolated within the department.
A 19-year-old firefighter says he was assaulted and waterboarded by coworkers during an alleged hazing incident while on duty at a Marion County fire station, an attack that led to multiple arrests and has left him feeling isolated within the department.
Deadly shooting of Ocala man believed to be 'random act of violence,' police say
Police officers are responding to a reported homicide in the Ocala Historic District, just east of downtown.
Police officers are responding to a reported homicide in the Ocala Historic District, just east of downtown.
Photos: Dolphin calf found stranded on New Smyrna Beach
According to officials, a dolphin calf was found stranded on the beach on Wednesday.
According to officials, a dolphin calf was found stranded on the beach on Wednesday.
Halloween mass shooting suspect wants new attorney
Jaylen Edgar, the man accused of killing two people in a shooting in downtown Orlando on Halloween, is expected to appear in court Wednesday to request a new attorney.
Jaylen Edgar, the man accused of killing two people in a shooting in downtown Orlando on Halloween, is expected to appear in court Wednesday to request a new attorney.
Judge denies request to delay trial in Orlando Halloween mass shooting case
A handwritten letter asking for a new attorney was not enough to persuade a judge to delay the murder trial of a teenager charged in a deadly Halloween mass shooting in downtown Orlando.
A handwritten letter asking for a new attorney was not enough to persuade a judge to delay the murder trial of a teenager charged in a deadly Halloween mass shooting in downtown Orlando.
Crash closes part of SR-417 in Celebration
A crash has closed part of State Road 417 in Celebration. Drivers should use caution if traveling in the area.
A crash has closed part of State Road 417 in Celebration. Drivers should use caution if traveling in the area.
Worst flu season in 25 years hits Florida as cases surge after holidays
This year, the post-holiday flu is more concerning than in years past. The U.S. is seeing the worst Flu season in 25 years.
This year, the post-holiday flu is more concerning than in years past. The U.S. is seeing the worst Flu season in 25 years.
SeaWorld not liable for woman's 'hit by duck' claims
A lawsuit filed against SeaWorld, after a woman claimed she was hit in the face by a duck, was dismissed.
A lawsuit filed against SeaWorld, after a woman claimed she was hit in the face by a duck, was dismissed.
Worst flu season in 25 years hits Florida
Chances are, either you or someone you know has recently been sick with the flu. This year, the post-holiday flu is more concerning than in years past. The U.S. is seeing the worst Flu season in 25 years.
Chances are, either you or someone you know has recently been sick with the flu. This year, the post-holiday flu is more concerning than in years past. The U.S. is seeing the worst Flu season in 25 years.
Florida’s 'Lightning Capital' title challenged by new report: Who's number one?
Florida may no longer hold the title of the nation’s lightning capital, according to a new report that ranks Oklahoma with more lightning activity, though some experts dispute the findings.
Florida may no longer hold the title of the nation’s lightning capital, according to a new report that ranks Oklahoma with more lightning activity, though some experts dispute the findings.
Florida’s lightning capital title challenged by new report
Florida may no longer hold the title of the nation’s lightning capital, according to a new report that ranks Oklahoma with more lightning activity, though some experts dispute the findings.
Florida may no longer hold the title of the nation’s lightning capital, according to a new report that ranks Oklahoma with more lightning activity, though some experts dispute the findings.
Man arrested in Lake County after alleged attempted abduction of teen
A 55-year-old man has been arrested in Lake County after police say he attempted to abduct a teenage girl in Eustis, an incident that was reported to authorities through an anonymous tip.
A 55-year-old man has been arrested in Lake County after police say he attempted to abduct a teenage girl in Eustis, an incident that was reported to authorities through an anonymous tip.
2 women arrested in separate Central Florida road rage attacks
Two women were arrested in separate Central Florida road rage incidents that escalated into violence and resulted in felony charges, according to police and sheriff’s officials.
Two women were arrested in separate Central Florida road rage incidents that escalated into violence and resulted in felony charges, according to police and sheriff’s officials.
Orlando Valkyries open title defense after championship season
The Orlando Valkyries are set to begin their quest for a second straight Pro Volleyball Federation championship, opening the season Friday night against Grand Rapids at Addition Financial Arena.
The Orlando Valkyries are set to begin their quest for a second straight Pro Volleyball Federation championship, opening the season Friday night against Grand Rapids at Addition Financial Arena.
NASA astronauts prepare for first two ISS spacewalks of 2026
NASA astronauts will conduct two spacewalks in January to conduct repairs and upgrades to the International Space Station.
NASA astronauts will conduct two spacewalks in January to conduct repairs and upgrades to the International Space Station.
Report details deadly alligator attack at Lake Kissimmee State Park
New details have emerged about a fatal alligator attack that killed a woman while she was canoeing with her husband at Lake Kissimmee State Park in May, an incident that drew national attention.
New details have emerged about a fatal alligator attack that killed a woman while she was canoeing with her husband at Lake Kissimmee State Park in May, an incident that drew national attention.
Demolition resumes on historic Flagler Beach Pier
Demolition resumed Tuesday on the historic Flagler Beach Pier after crews paused work over the summer due to sea turtle nesting season and nearby turtle activity.
Demolition resumed Tuesday on the historic Flagler Beach Pier after crews paused work over the summer due to sea turtle nesting season and nearby turtle activity.