Coast Guard rescues boater near Sunshine Skyway bridge
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A Florida boater was rescued by the Coast Guard Station St. Petersburg boat crew on Saturday morning. Officials said the man's 15-foot vessel capsized in the vicinity of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.

Orlando man charged after fleeing, driving at trooper
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An Orlando man is in jail facing a list of charges after troopers say he led them on a chase and used his car as a weapon. Troopers said the man ran away from them twice, and they were forced to shoot at him before he was then arrested. The man was not injured.

Titusville man arrested for attempted murder in overnight shooting
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One person was injured following an early morning shooting Saturday in the Titusville area. The suspect in the shooting, 33-year-old Calvin L. Woodson, has been arrested. Woodson is facing multiple charges and is being held with no bond.

Woman struck, killed in Osceola County overnight crash
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The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) says a woman running across the street when she shouldn't have been died after she was hit by a car in the early hours of Saturday morning in Osceola County. Officials said it happened overnight on Orange Blossom Trail near The Oaks Boulevard.

Lightning sparks brush fire in Lake Lizzie Preserve
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Crews are continuing to manage a brush fire in the Lake Lizzie Preserve in Osceola County. Authorities said the fire, which broke out after a lightning strike, is about 70% contained, and no homes are in danger.

Suspect in alleged bank robbery, kidnapping previously served 10-year sentence for similar crime

A suspect shot by police following a bank robbery, kidnapping, and high-speed chase through Ocala had recently completed a 10-year prison sentence for a previous bank robbery, authorities said.

Florida budget talks stall as House Speaker warns of possible extended session

Florida lawmakers may be headed for overtime as budget negotiations between the House and Senate hit a roadblock, with House Speaker Paul Renner warning Thursday that an extension of the legislative session may itself be extended.

Fans brave heat as Rock the Country festival kicks off in Ocala

Thousands of country music fans gathered in Ocala for the Rock the Country festival, staying cool under the heat and bracing for potential storms expected Saturday.

Eustis community honors Monica Islam with vigil
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Monica Islam was reported missing on May 2 in Eustis. Police said she walked out of the gas station on South Bay Street around 6:15 a.m. Islam was with her daughter in the store before she left. That was the last time Rimi saw her mother alive. Islam's body was found miles away in Mount Dora on Scenic Hill Drive. Lake County deputies said Islam was shot to death and was targeted.

Fans brave heat as Rock the Country festival kicks off in Ocala
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Thousands of country music fans gathered in Ocala for the Rock the Country festival, staying cool under the heat and bracing for potential storms expected Saturday.

Orlando sets tourism record with over 75 million visitors in 2024
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Orlando welcomed more than 75 million visitors in 2024, setting a new tourism record, according to figures released Thursday by Visit Orlando.

Florida woman accused of impersonating police officer
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Alexis Rosati, 41, was arrested in Volusia County after allegedly impersonating a police officer during a parking dispute at a Walmart in Port Orange.

6 malnourished horses found in Polk County, 1 dies
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A Polk County man is behind bars after deputies said he neglected six horses, all of which were found severely malnourished on his property.

Florida teens arrested for brutal beating of man
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Four Florida teens were recently arrested after deputies say they brutally beat a man who suffered serious injuries to his face, including a broken nose, broken jaw, multiple lacerations and swelling.

Thornton Park hosting two-week celebration for Lulu the Cat
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One Central Florida organization is hosting a two-week celebration in honor of Thornton Park?s beloved mayor ? Lulu the Cat! The celebration will include a multitude of fun activities, and the funds raised will all go towards helping save local cats.

Palm Coast mayor sues city amid council infighting over appointment
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Political tensions in Palm Coast have escalated after Mayor Mike Norris filed a lawsuit against the city, alleging a council member is unlawfully holding office and accusing the City Council of violating the city charter.

Florida budget talks stall as House Speaker warns of extended session
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Florida lawmakers may be headed for overtime as budget negotiations between the House and Senate hit a roadblock, with House Speaker Paul Renner warning Thursday that an extension of the legislative session may itself be extended.