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A Florida teen is at the hospital with severe burns after became engulfed in flames, forced to run into the water to put them out. His friend is now facing a charge of aggravated battery.
A Florida teen is at the hospital with severe burns after became engulfed in flames, forced to run into the water to put them out. His friend is now facing a charge of aggravated battery.
Arrests made in 2024 Osceola County homicide investigation
Three suspects in connection to a 2024 gang-related murder investigation in Osceola County are now behind bars. The Osceola County Sheriff's office began investigating the murder of Kashorn Armand, 20, who was found dead in a vehicle in November 2024. After a several-month investigation, investigators identified Ta'Shard Smith, 18, Sincere McKenzie, 18, and Cornelius Walls, 21, in connection to Armand's murder.
Three suspects in connection to a 2024 gang-related murder investigation in Osceola County are now behind bars. The Osceola County Sheriff's office began investigating the murder of Kashorn Armand, 20, who was found dead in a vehicle in November 2024. After a several-month investigation, investigators identified Ta'Shard Smith, 18, Sincere McKenzie, 18, and Cornelius Walls, 21, in connection to Armand's murder.
Orlando neighborhood on alert after coyotes attack dog
Residents in an Orlando neighborhood are on alert after multiple coyotes were spotted roaming streets in broad daylight, including an incident in which two animals attacked a small dog in a fenced yard, according to residents and wildlife officials.
Residents in an Orlando neighborhood are on alert after multiple coyotes were spotted roaming streets in broad daylight, including an incident in which two animals attacked a small dog in a fenced yard, according to residents and wildlife officials.
Drought, recent freeze raise wildfire risk across Florida
Fire officials are warning that a recent hard freeze, combined with ongoing drought conditions, is increasing the risk of wildfires across the state.
Fire officials are warning that a recent hard freeze, combined with ongoing drought conditions, is increasing the risk of wildfires across the state.
Debate over ICE walkouts escalates to threatening phone call, school board chair says
A planned student protest at three Brevard County high schools has prompted a sheriff’s investigation after the school board chairman reported receiving a threatening voicemail, authorities said.
A planned student protest at three Brevard County high schools has prompted a sheriff’s investigation after the school board chairman reported receiving a threatening voicemail, authorities said.
School board chair said he was threatened over warning to students
The chairman of the Brevard County School Board says he has received threats after sending a letter warning students they could face discipline for participating in planned walkouts at three high schools to protest immigration enforcement.
The chairman of the Brevard County School Board says he has received threats after sending a letter warning students they could face discipline for participating in planned walkouts at three high schools to protest immigration enforcement.
Thunder by the Bay festival returns to Sarasota
The Thunder by the Bay Music and Motor Festival is returning to Sarasota for its 28th annual event, featuring performances from rock and country acts including Night Ranger, 38 Special and headliner Montgomery Gentry.
The Thunder by the Bay Music and Motor Festival is returning to Sarasota for its 28th annual event, featuring performances from rock and country acts including Night Ranger, 38 Special and headliner Montgomery Gentry.
Massive roadway collapse in Lake County prompts sinkhole investigation
Fears are growing in Groveland after a massive roadway collapse forced the closure of Empire Church Road, prompting safety concerns for nearby residents and an ongoing investigation into the cause.
Fears are growing in Groveland after a massive roadway collapse forced the closure of Empire Church Road, prompting safety concerns for nearby residents and an ongoing investigation into the cause.
Sea turtle rescue underway as cold-stunned animals arrive at Brevard Zoo
As temperatures begin to rise after a recent freeze, the Brevard Zoo is working to rescue and treat dozens of cold-stunned sea turtles found along the Indian River Lagoon.
As temperatures begin to rise after a recent freeze, the Brevard Zoo is working to rescue and treat dozens of cold-stunned sea turtles found along the Indian River Lagoon.
Bahama Breeze is closing: Darden to shutter 14 locations, convert 14 others to different brands
After 30 years since opening its first Bahama Breeze restaurant on International Drive in Orlando, Florida, Darden Restaurants Inc. said it will permanently close 14 of the chain’s 28 restaurants, while converting the remaining locations to other concepts.
After 30 years since opening its first Bahama Breeze restaurant on International Drive in Orlando, Florida, Darden Restaurants Inc. said it will permanently close 14 of the chain’s 28 restaurants, while converting the remaining locations to other concepts.
Cold-stunned sea turtles arrive at Brevard Zoo
As temperatures begin to rise after a recent freeze, the Brevard Zoo is working to rescue and treat dozens of cold-stunned sea turtles found along the Indian River Lagoon.
As temperatures begin to rise after a recent freeze, the Brevard Zoo is working to rescue and treat dozens of cold-stunned sea turtles found along the Indian River Lagoon.
Orange County school board weighs e-bike restrictions
Orange County Public Schools officials are considering new restrictions on student use of electric bikes after a series of recent crashes raised safety concerns near and on school campuses.
Orange County Public Schools officials are considering new restrictions on student use of electric bikes after a series of recent crashes raised safety concerns near and on school campuses.
Residents seek answers as railroad tie fire raises health concerns
Marion County residents who live near the site of a massive fire involving creosote-soaked railroad ties remain concerned about lingering health risks and air quality around their homes.
Marion County residents who live near the site of a massive fire involving creosote-soaked railroad ties remain concerned about lingering health risks and air quality around their homes.
NASA delays Artemis II moon mission after hydrogen leaks
NASA has postponed its Artemis II mission around the moon until at least March after engineers detected liquid hydrogen leaks during a critical launch rehearsal at Kennedy Space Center, reviving issues that delayed the program’s first flight.
NASA has postponed its Artemis II mission around the moon until at least March after engineers detected liquid hydrogen leaks during a critical launch rehearsal at Kennedy Space Center, reviving issues that delayed the program’s first flight.
Josh D'Amaro named next Walt Disney Company CEO
The Walt Disney Company has named Josh D’Amaro, who oversees the company’s Experiences division, as its next CEO. D’Amaro, 54, will succeed current CEO Bob Iger, who will retire later this year.
The Walt Disney Company has named Josh D’Amaro, who oversees the company’s Experiences division, as its next CEO. D’Amaro, 54, will succeed current CEO Bob Iger, who will retire later this year.
Road collapse in Groveland raises safety concerns
Fears are growing in Groveland after a massive roadway collapse forced the closure of Empire Church Road, prompting safety concerns for nearby residents and an ongoing investigation into the cause.
Fears are growing in Groveland after a massive roadway collapse forced the closure of Empire Church Road, prompting safety concerns for nearby residents and an ongoing investigation into the cause.
Is the air safe? Dunnellon residents are wary after chemically treated rail ties ignite
Though the mayor of Dunnellon said there are no air quality issues after chemically treated railroad ties caught fire Sunday morning, residents remain concerned about breathing in the air.
Though the mayor of Dunnellon said there are no air quality issues after chemically treated railroad ties caught fire Sunday morning, residents remain concerned about breathing in the air.
Dunnellon Fire: Local state of emergency declared after thousands of creosote-treated rail ties removed
The city of Dunnellon, in Marion County, issued a local state of emergency after chemically treated railroad ties caught on fire over the weekend.
The city of Dunnellon, in Marion County, issued a local state of emergency after chemically treated railroad ties caught on fire over the weekend.
NASA pushes Artemis II launch window to March
PRESS CONFERENCE | NASA has pushed back a possible launch of the Artemis II moon mission to March after issues were encountered Monday during a test run at Kennedy Space Center. "Engineers pushed through several challenges during the two-day test and met many of the planned objectives," NASA said in Feb. 3 blog post.
PRESS CONFERENCE | NASA has pushed back a possible launch of the Artemis II moon mission to March after issues were encountered Monday during a test run at Kennedy Space Center. "Engineers pushed through several challenges during the two-day test and met many of the planned objectives," NASA said in Feb. 3 blog post.
Nancy Guthrie was 'taken from her home, against her will'
In a Feb. 3 update, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos gave an update in his office's investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show host, Savannah Guthrie. Nancy was taken from a home on Sunday, Feb. 1 and no suspects have been identified at this time, Nanos said.
In a Feb. 3 update, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos gave an update in his office's investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show host, Savannah Guthrie. Nancy was taken from a home on Sunday, Feb. 1 and no suspects have been identified at this time, Nanos said.