FWC: Executive order coming to ban sloth imports to Florida
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said an executive order is being drafted to temporarily ban the import of sloths to Florida, following the deaths of more than 50 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando. FWC said it was also going to review the rules and regulations for Class III animal licenses, which sloths fall under, to see if changes need to be made. The Class III license has been questioned after the mass sloth deaths at Sloth World because, legally, the owners were not required to report the sloth deaths – only if sloths had bitten someone or escaped. FWC Executive Director Roger A. Young made the announced during Wednesday's FWC meeting.
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said an executive order is being drafted to temporarily ban the import of sloths to Florida, following the deaths of more than 50 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando. FWC said it was also going to review the rules and regulations for Class III animal licenses, which sloths fall under, to see if changes need to be made. The Class III license has been questioned after the mass sloth deaths at Sloth World because, legally, the owners were not required to report the sloth deaths – only if sloths had bitten someone or escaped. FWC Executive Director Roger A. Young made the announced during Wednesday's FWC meeting.
Severe Weather, rain, hail in Seminole, Orange counties
A storm moved through Seminole and Orange counties on May 12, 2026 at 10 MPH, bringing heavy rain and hail.
A storm moved through Seminole and Orange counties on May 12, 2026 at 10 MPH, bringing heavy rain and hail.
Parents, students upset teacher was not reappointed
The big question Millennium Middle School parents have is: how do you not re-sign the Teacher of the Year? On Tuesday night, the Seminole County School District finally had the chance to answer that question.
The big question Millennium Middle School parents have is: how do you not re-sign the Teacher of the Year? On Tuesday night, the Seminole County School District finally had the chance to answer that question.
11 survive plane crash off Florida coast
Eleven people survived after a small plane crashed into the ocean off Florida’s east coast, with rescuers calling the outcome rare and remarkable.
Eleven people survived after a small plane crashed into the ocean off Florida’s east coast, with rescuers calling the outcome rare and remarkable.
Family questions sentence in teen’s killing as officials trade blame
A political firestorm swirls in Central Florida as State Attorney Monique Worrell and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier trade blame over a plea deal that will allow a convicted killer to walk free in just four years. The controversy centers on the death of 17-year-old Gabriel Cortez, who was shot and killed in 2024.
A political firestorm swirls in Central Florida as State Attorney Monique Worrell and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier trade blame over a plea deal that will allow a convicted killer to walk free in just four years. The controversy centers on the death of 17-year-old Gabriel Cortez, who was shot and killed in 2024.
11 survive small plane crash off Florida coast, near Melbourne: U.S. Coast Guard
The U.S. Coast Guard on Tuesday assisted in the rescue of passengers after a small plane crashed about 80 miles off Melbourne, Florida.
The U.S. Coast Guard on Tuesday assisted in the rescue of passengers after a small plane crashed about 80 miles off Melbourne, Florida.
Pregnant hiker, partner, 3 dogs rescued after heat exhaustion on Florida trail
A pregnant woman, a man and three dogs were rescued in a remote area of the Juniper Prairie Wilderness after suffering signs of heat exhaustion, authorities said.
A pregnant woman, a man and three dogs were rescued in a remote area of the Juniper Prairie Wilderness after suffering signs of heat exhaustion, authorities said.
Spirit Airlines travelers struggling to recover luggage, refunds
Travelers affected by recent disruptions involving Spirit Airlines say they are struggling to recover lost luggage and obtain refunds, with some facing long waits and limited communication.
Travelers affected by recent disruptions involving Spirit Airlines say they are struggling to recover lost luggage and obtain refunds, with some facing long waits and limited communication.
Pregnant woman rescued after emergency in Ocala National Forest
A pregnant woman suffering from heat-related illness was rescued from the Ocala National Forest after becoming stranded on a trail, authorities said.
A pregnant woman suffering from heat-related illness was rescued from the Ocala National Forest after becoming stranded on a trail, authorities said.
Rescued sloths remain critical as calls grow for oversight
Ten sloths rescued from a troubled Central Florida attraction are still fighting for their lives, with one in critical condition as lawmakers push for changes to prevent similar cases.
Ten sloths rescued from a troubled Central Florida attraction are still fighting for their lives, with one in critical condition as lawmakers push for changes to prevent similar cases.
New concerns for homeowners living next to rodent-infested house
Residents on Atlantic Avenue say they are living through a "public health crisis" as a condemned "house of horrors" continues to swarm with rats, even as news of a deadly rodent-borne virus makes national headlines.
Residents on Atlantic Avenue say they are living through a "public health crisis" as a condemned "house of horrors" continues to swarm with rats, even as news of a deadly rodent-borne virus makes national headlines.
Trump's Golden Dome would cost over $1 trillion, CBO projects
A proposed high-tech missile defense system designed to protect the United States from attack would likely cost well over one trillion dollars, according to a new Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimate.
A proposed high-tech missile defense system designed to protect the United States from attack would likely cost well over one trillion dollars, according to a new Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimate.
Mount Dora firefighters train for parking garage vehicle fires
Firefighters in Mount Dora conducted training exercises Tuesday inside the city’s downtown parking garage to prepare for vehicle fires in enclosed spaces.
Firefighters in Mount Dora conducted training exercises Tuesday inside the city’s downtown parking garage to prepare for vehicle fires in enclosed spaces.
Spirit Airlines travelers struggle to recover luggage, refunds
Travelers affected by recent disruptions involving Spirit Airlines say they are struggling to recover lost luggage and obtain refunds, with some facing long waits and limited communication.
Travelers affected by recent disruptions involving Spirit Airlines say they are struggling to recover lost luggage and obtain refunds, with some facing long waits and limited communication.
10 survive small plane crash off Florida coast, Coast Guard reports
The U.S. Coast Guard on Tuesday assisted in the rescue of passengers after a small plane crashed about 80 miles off Melbourne, Florida. A Coast Guard C-27 aircraft was launched to search for the downed plane.
The U.S. Coast Guard on Tuesday assisted in the rescue of passengers after a small plane crashed about 80 miles off Melbourne, Florida. A Coast Guard C-27 aircraft was launched to search for the downed plane.
Florida prosecutors will get access to Tiger Woods’ prescription drug history, judge rules: Report
A Florida judge reportedly ruled that prosecutors will have access to Tiger Woods' prescription drug history following his DUI arrest.
A Florida judge reportedly ruled that prosecutors will have access to Tiger Woods' prescription drug history following his DUI arrest.
Flagler Beach fire chief fired following 'no confidence' vote
The City of Flagler Beach has officially terminated Fire Chief Stephen Cox, effective immediately. The decision follows a period of intense internal turmoil and a formal declaration of "no confidence" from his own department.
The City of Flagler Beach has officially terminated Fire Chief Stephen Cox, effective immediately. The decision follows a period of intense internal turmoil and a formal declaration of "no confidence" from his own department.
Woman accused of draining bank account through phishing text
Authorities say a DeLand woman is accused of stealing thousands of dollars from a man’s bank account through a fraudulent text message posing as his financial institution.
Authorities say a DeLand woman is accused of stealing thousands of dollars from a man’s bank account through a fraudulent text message posing as his financial institution.
Titusville audit digs into alleged mismanagement
The City of Titusville says it has solved the mystery of nearly $1 million worth of "missing" machinery following an internal audit that originally suggested widespread financial mismanagement.
The City of Titusville says it has solved the mystery of nearly $1 million worth of "missing" machinery following an internal audit that originally suggested widespread financial mismanagement.
Volusia County Sheriff on deputy involved shooting, 1 dead | FULL
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | In a May 11 press conference, Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood provided a six-hour timeline in which law enforcement pursued a suspect who was reportedly speeding, running red lights and almost hit a pedestrian. The chase ended after the suspect was shot by a deputy in a DeLand Walmart parking lot.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | In a May 11 press conference, Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood provided a six-hour timeline in which law enforcement pursued a suspect who was reportedly speeding, running red lights and almost hit a pedestrian. The chase ended after the suspect was shot by a deputy in a DeLand Walmart parking lot.