2 employees charged with child neglect at foster care facility
A foster care facility in Marion County has turned into a scene of violence, with two employees accused of neglecting their duties by allegedly watching children fight instead of intervening.
DoorDash driver arrested in alleged road rage shooting
New video released by the Marion County Sheriff's Office captured the moment a DoorDash delivery driver was arrested for allegedly shooting at another vehicle that cut him off in traffic while he was en route to deliver an order.
Bird once extinct in the wild makes comeback with help from Disney’s Animal Kingdom
A bird once declared extinct in the wild is making a comeback in Central Florida, thanks in part to efforts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, which is playing a crucial role in global conservation.
FEMA's 50% rule causes confusion for Florida's homeowners
Many homeowners have turned to FEMA for help recovering from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, but confusion is growing over the agency’s 50-percent rule.
Epic Universe tickets sell out in minutes as passholders face glitches, long waits
Thursday marked the first day Universal Studios annual passholders could buy tickets to the highly anticipated Epic Universe park, and unsurprisingly, they sold out within minutes.
More than 100 accused of targeting storm victims in the wake of recent hurricanes
Nearly 100 people have been arrested in Pinellas County for crimes against vulnerable beach residents and businesses after Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Character.AI lawsuit: Florida mom claims chatbot encouraged 14-year-old son to take his life
A Florida mom has filed a lawsuit against Character.AI, an artificial intelligence company, alleging that one of its chatbots encouraged her 14-year-old son to kill himself and failed to recognize the warning signs he typed in.
USF head men’s basketball coach dies during medical procedure at 43
The University of South Florida's head men's basketball coach, Amir Abdur-Rahim, died Thursday at the age of 43, according to the school's athletics program.
Body cam footage shows fatal hotel shooting involving Florida deputies
The Orange County Sheriff's Office has released body camera footage showing the moment deputies opened fire on a man they say was threatening them with a knife.
14-year-old shot, killed in Marion County, deputies say
A 14-year-old boy was found dead Wednesday night in Marion County after reports of a shooting, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.
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Missing 15-year-old in Osceola County found safe, 'in good health'
A 15-year-old girl is missing in Osceola County. Authorities are searching for Rosie Cristo.
Woman falls overboard Allure of the Seas cruise ship near Bahamas: US Coast Guard
The U.S. Coast Guard is assisting the Royal Bahamas Defense Force in the search for a 66-year-old woman who fell overboard from the cruise ship, Allure of the Seas, on Tuesday night.
Walt Disney World raises prices on annual passes
The cost of annual passes at Disney World is rising, with significant increases for various pass options.
Madeline Soto case: Alleged killer Stephan Sterns secretly filmed naked roommate, officials say
Kissimmee police have revealed new information in the ongoing investigation into the murder of Madeline “Maddie" Soto, who authorities believe was killed by Stephan Sterns.
Sarah Boone Trial: Suitcase murder case could go to jury by end of week
The trial of Sarah Boone, accused of zipping her boyfriend Jorge Torres into a suitcase and leaving him to die, could be in the hands of the jury by the end of the week.
Work to resume on Margaritaville Resort in Melbourne after months-long pause
Plans for the long-awaited Margaritaville Resort in Melbourne are back on track, with construction set to resume soon after months of delays.
Man allegedly shot his dog, frustrated over losing power from Hurricane Milton, sheriff says
A Brevard County man has been arrested on animal cruelty charges for allegedly shooting and killing his dog during Hurricane Milton.
Grady Judd: Polk County man shot, killed by deputies after pointing gun at them, killing wife
Polk County deputies shot and killed a man accused of pointing his gun at them and killing his own wife at a home in Haines City.
Passengers react after woman falls overboard while traveling on Allure of the Seas: 'Heavy feeling'
A woman is missing, and cruise ships changed course to try and find the passenger who went overboard on a Florida-based cruise ship.