Florida House panel backs 6-week abortion ban
After lawmakers passed a 15-week limit last year, the Florida House on Thursday started moving forward with a proposal that would prevent abortions after six weeks of pregnancy.
This protected species could halt repairs to Florida homes damaged by hurricanes Ian and Nicole
Some Florida homes that were damaged during the 2022 hurricane season will have to have their construction projects finished before May, or those projects will have to be put on hold.
James Webb Space Telescope captures rarely seen view of supernova start with explosion of cosmic dust
This massive star is 30 times the sun's mass and is said to have shed 10 suns' worth of material. The gas ejected from WR 124 cools and then forms cosmic dust. The image captured by JWST shows the start to the star explosion.
Massive seaweed bloom moving closer to Florida beaches: Here's when you can expect to see it
A massive bloom of seaweed is moving closer to Florida beaches. It’s 5,000 miles long, which is twice the size of the United States. It’s already washing up on some beaches in the Caribbean and the Florida Keys.
Here are the top 20 'allergy capitals' of America in 2023
Climate change is bringing about longer and more intense allergy seasons. Here's what's ranked as the most challenging allergy city in the U.S.
Ghost? Glare? Arizona trucker shares footage of chilling sighting
A truck driver passing through Arizona says his dash cam appears to have caught what looks like a ghost – but of course, that's unconfirmed.
Partisan school board elections head to full Florida House
Florida voters would decide whether to hold partisan school-board elections under a proposed constitutional amendment that is ready to go before the full House.
Is turbulence happening more often?
Experts say climate change could be playing a part in the frequency of turbulence and could also make it more common on flights in the future.
WATCH AGAIN: SpaceX launches space station resupply mission from Florida
SpaceX has successfully launched another resupply mission to the International Space Station.
Florida plane crash: Plane nearly split in half after crashing into tree; 1 hurt, officials say
At least one person is hurt after a plane crashed in a Mims pasture near Deering Parkway Tuesday morning, according to deputies.
Florida House panel backs lowering age to buy guns
With backing from Speaker Paul Renner, a House panel on Monday approved a bill that would lower the minimum age from 21 to 18 to buy rifles and other long guns in Florida.
'Tyre Sampson Act': Florida lawmakers discuss ride safety bill
Florida lawmakers are debating proposed legislation for ride safety a year after 14-year-old Tyre Sampson fell to his death from a ride at ICON Park in Orlando. The state wants to make things safer, but they also want to make investigations into these issues more private.
New Smyrna Beach cracking down on teen misbehavior with larger police presence, new tools
It's hard to miss the increased police presence in New Smyrna Beach this spring break.
'Very joyous on the golf course': Lake Mary's Callie Anderson has a winning attitude
Lake Mary High School freshman Callie Anderson has been around golf since she was very young. Anderson was introduced to the game by her mom and dad who are both involved in the sport.
Orlando Weather Forecast: Rain moves out as temperatures plunge across Central Florida
Orlando and Central Florida will see things start to dry out as we move into the overnight hours. Showers and thunderstorms have shifted south as a cold front continues to push through the state, bringing with it cooler temperatures.
Florida's January job report showed unemployment at 2.6%
With service-related jobs topping employment gains, Florida’s unemployment rate dipped slightly as 2023 began.
'Tornado Dead Zone' still an issue in Ocala but improved with radar enhancements
The Jacksonville radar tower that normally covers the area was down at the time of the storm for maintenance. Today, it’s back online to help with coverage, but Marion County officials would still like to see more.
So Florida: Massive alligator crushes through metal fence at Florida golf course
It's a competition no one asked for – how would a metal fence fair against an alligator? Easy answer – it doesn't, and the alligator definitely wins! But, the video is awesome to watch.
‘The Masked Singer’ and ‘Sesame Street’ team up for special episode: ‘Perfect combination’
The shows will join forces for “Sesame Street Night" on Wednesday, featuring your favorite muppet characters including Cookie Monster, Count von Count, Big Bird, Oscar the Grouch and Elmo.
Disney park price hikes 'too aggressive,' CEO Bob Iger admits
Bob Iger vows to be "smarter" about pricing as Disney moves forward, in order to maintain brand "accessibility."