Woman blesses planes with oil following flight incidents
A Florida woman took it upon herself to bless two planes she recently traveled on, and the decision is getting mixed reviews from viewers of her viral video. Desiree Salter posted footage on TikTok of her blessing a JetBlue plane heading to Punta Cana on Feb. 15 and rubbing it with oil while boarding. The post's caption reads, "In Jesus name we pray? AMEN!" Salter took some of the oil on her finger and made the sign of the cross next to the plane's open door. Her video has gotten more than 6 million views as of Sunday, with both supporters and nonbelievers commenting.
A Florida woman took it upon herself to bless two planes she recently traveled on, and the decision is getting mixed reviews from viewers of her viral video. Desiree Salter posted footage on TikTok of her blessing a JetBlue plane heading to Punta Cana on Feb. 15 and rubbing it with oil while boarding. The post's caption reads, "In Jesus name we pray? AMEN!" Salter took some of the oil on her finger and made the sign of the cross next to the plane's open door. Her video has gotten more than 6 million views as of Sunday, with both supporters and nonbelievers commenting.
3 rescued after fire destroys home in Orange County
Three people were rescued from a home after it caught fire early Tuesday morning on Contoura Drive in Orange County, officials said.
Three people were rescued from a home after it caught fire early Tuesday morning on Contoura Drive in Orange County, officials said.
Fire chief gives update on house fire
Three people were rescued from a home that caught fire early Tuesday on Contoura Drive in Orange County.
Three people were rescued from a home that caught fire early Tuesday on Contoura Drive in Orange County.
Crews battling house fire in Orange County
Orange County Fire Rescue is working to put out a fire at a home on Contoura Drive off Maitland Boulevard. The fire broke out around 4:15 a.m. on Tuesday.
Orange County Fire Rescue is working to put out a fire at a home on Contoura Drive off Maitland Boulevard. The fire broke out around 4:15 a.m. on Tuesday.
Gov. DeSantis creates Florida DOGE: Here's what it will do
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday that he was creating a "state DOGE task force," inspired by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, part of President Donald Trump's administration.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday that he was creating a "state DOGE task force," inspired by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, part of President Donald Trump's administration.
Ocala youth coach arrested on sexual charge involving teen boy, police say
An Ocala, Florida, youth coach was arrested Sunday in connection to an alleged sexual offense involving a teenage boy, according to police.
An Ocala, Florida, youth coach was arrested Sunday in connection to an alleged sexual offense involving a teenage boy, according to police.
What is the purpose of Florida's DOGE?
Gov. Ron DeSantis launched Florida?s "DOGE task force" to audit spending, cut bureaucracy, and eliminate DEI programs.
Gov. Ron DeSantis launched Florida?s "DOGE task force" to audit spending, cut bureaucracy, and eliminate DEI programs.
Ocala youth coach arrested on sexual charge
An Ocala youth coach was arrested on Sunday in connection to an alleged sexual offense involving a teenage boy, according to police..
An Ocala youth coach was arrested on Sunday in connection to an alleged sexual offense involving a teenage boy, according to police..
Leesburg leaders vote to remove fluoride from water
The fluoride fight continues -- in another Central Florida city. This time, Leesburg voted to take it out of drinking water. That vote happened during Tuesday night's city council meeting.
The fluoride fight continues -- in another Central Florida city. This time, Leesburg voted to take it out of drinking water. That vote happened during Tuesday night's city council meeting.
NTSB investigating after seaplane crashes into Lake Dora; 2 survive with minor injuries
A seaplane crashed into Lake Dora near Tavares on Sunday afternoon, flipping upside down.
A seaplane crashed into Lake Dora near Tavares on Sunday afternoon, flipping upside down.
Proposal to eliminate Florida property taxes, sparks concerns over funding and sales tax hike
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis endorsed the idea of abolishing property taxes throughout the Sunshine State, but such a move could require doubling sales tax, impacting everyday Floridians.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis endorsed the idea of abolishing property taxes throughout the Sunshine State, but such a move could require doubling sales tax, impacting everyday Floridians.
NTSB investigating after seaplane crashes into Lake Dora
A seaplane crashed into Lake Dora near Tavares on Sunday afternoon, flipping upside down.
A seaplane crashed into Lake Dora near Tavares on Sunday afternoon, flipping upside down.
Proposal to eliminate Florida property taxes sparks concerns
Gov. Ron DeSantis has proposed eliminating property taxes in Florida, a move that would significantly impact local governments. Property taxes currently fund essential services such as police, fire departments, public schools, and infrastructure. Local officials warn that eliminating this revenue stream could leave cities and counties scrambling to cover costs.
Gov. Ron DeSantis has proposed eliminating property taxes in Florida, a move that would significantly impact local governments. Property taxes currently fund essential services such as police, fire departments, public schools, and infrastructure. Local officials warn that eliminating this revenue stream could leave cities and counties scrambling to cover costs.
Florida child hit by 2 cars on Melbourne road survives, neighbors call for safety improvements
Melbourne Police are investigating after a child was hit twice by two different cars running across a street in Melbourne.
Melbourne Police are investigating after a child was hit twice by two different cars running across a street in Melbourne.
Florida nurse hailed as hero for saving motorcyclist after crash in Brevard County
A Health First nurse is being hailed a hero after rushing in to save a motorcyclist before first responders arrived.
A Health First nurse is being hailed a hero after rushing in to save a motorcyclist before first responders arrived.
Florida sheriffs gear up to aid immigration enforcement under new state law
The Florida Sheriffs Association announced on Monday that agencies in all of Florida's counties will assist federal immigration authorities in detaining undocumented immigrant criminals in jails.
The Florida Sheriffs Association announced on Monday that agencies in all of Florida's counties will assist federal immigration authorities in detaining undocumented immigrant criminals in jails.
Teen killed, another injured in Port Orange mini-bike crash
A crash in Port Orange on Saturday night at the Nova Road and Samms Avenue intersection involved two people riding mini-bikes. One of the riders, 19-year-old Cody Erali, was transported to the hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
A crash in Port Orange on Saturday night at the Nova Road and Samms Avenue intersection involved two people riding mini-bikes. One of the riders, 19-year-old Cody Erali, was transported to the hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
Florida sheriffs gear up to aid immigration enforcement
All of the state?s 67 counties have entered agreements with federal immigration authorities to detain undocumented immigrant criminals in jails, the Florida Sheriffs Association announced on Monday as the state rushes to assist President Donald Trump?s mass deportation efforts.
All of the state?s 67 counties have entered agreements with federal immigration authorities to detain undocumented immigrant criminals in jails, the Florida Sheriffs Association announced on Monday as the state rushes to assist President Donald Trump?s mass deportation efforts.
Tavares Police: Florida boy, 10, 'tortured,' 'fighting for his life'
A 10-year-old boy brought to a Florida hospital on Saturday night was covered head-to-toe in bruises and burn marks -- and is “fighting for his life," according to the Tavares Police Department.
A 10-year-old boy brought to a Florida hospital on Saturday night was covered head-to-toe in bruises and burn marks -- and is “fighting for his life," according to the Tavares Police Department.
Police: Florida boy 'tortured,' 'fighting for his life'
A 10-year-old boy brought to a Florida hospital on Saturday night was covered head-to-toe in bruises and burn marks and is "fighting for his life," according to the Tavares Police Department.
A 10-year-old boy brought to a Florida hospital on Saturday night was covered head-to-toe in bruises and burn marks and is "fighting for his life," according to the Tavares Police Department.