Source: Dockworkers' union suspends port strike until Jan. 15 to allow time to negotiate new contract
The union, the International Longshoremen's Association, is to resume working at least until January said the person, who spoke on condition of anonymity because the agreement has yet to be signed.
Florida woman shoots through apartment, narrowly missing head of sleeping woman, police say
A Florida woman has been jailed after allegedly firing a shot through an apartment, nearly hitting a sleeping woman earlier this week.
Another child accused of school threat as Volusia County sees drop in reported incidents
Another child was arrested in Volusia County for making a school threat, but officials are noting a decrease in such incidents following a controversial approach by the sheriff’s office.
Sarah Boone takes stand in suitcase murder hearing as lawyers argue over evidence
Sarah Boone, the woman accused of killing her boyfriend by trapping him in a suitcase in 2020, was in court Wednesday.
Florida family credits strangers, Disney staff for saving son’s life after he collapsed on ride
A Florida family is expressing gratitude to strangers and Walt Disney World staff who helped save their 5-year-old son after he collapsed on a roller coaster.
Florida's Amendment 2 could establish hunting, fishing as public right
Amendment 2 would make hunting and fishing a "public right" in Florida and the preferred method for managing and controlling fish and wildlife populations.
Man finds missing WWII veteran's headstone during demolition in Umatilla
A routine demolition project turned into a life-changing discovery for one family when Lance Clyde, a contractor, found a headstone plaque for a World War II veteran.
Florida law banning public sleeping now in effect, leaving some homeless in the lurch
A new law is now in effect in Florida, banning sleeping or camping in public, and saying people can sue counties that don’t stop public sleeping.
Florida seeks death penalty against woman accused in 'ambush' shooting of Lake County deputies
Florida prosecutors intend to seek the death penalty against Julie Sulpizio, the woman accused of a religious-backed, doomsday-style “ambush" that allegedly led to the shooting death of a Lake County deputy, and the injuring of two others.
Leesburg Police release new video of 3 suspects wanted after an 87-year-old man was shot inside his car
The Leesburg Police Department is currently looking for 3 suspects involved in the shooting of an 87-year-old man.
UF marks anniversary of groundbreaking canine open-heart surgery program
The University of Florida is celebrating the first anniversary of its pioneering Canine Open Heart Surgery Program, the only one of its kind in the U.S.
MLB hit king Pete Rose dies at 83
Baseball's all-time hit king Pete Rose has reportedly died at 83.
Pygmy sperm whale dies after washing ashore in Daytona Beach Shores
Authorities said a sick and injured pygmy sperm whale that washed ashore in Daytona Beach Shores on Monday has died.
Family loses everything when tree falls on apartment during Hurricane Helene
Dalon Charles’ mother, wife, and two children were all inside their apartment when a tree came crashing down on the roof.
Hurricane Helene evacuee from Georgia considering moving to Daytona Beach
With so many places destroyed by Hurricane Helene, some are considering whether to rebuild or move on elsewhere.
5 kids found living in horrid conditions in Flagler County after 2-year-old found wandering in street: FCSO
Five children were found living in absolute horrid conditions at a home in Flagler County last week, and now their father is facing a charge of child neglect, according to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office.
Man convicted in 2022 crash that killed TikTok influencer Ali Spice, 2 others
A Volusia County jury has convicted a man accused of being partly to blame for the deaths of a TikTok influencer and two others in a crash.
Helene aftermath latest: Florida Gov. DeSantis provides updates on response, recovery efforts in Steinhatchee
Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference Monday morning in Steinhatchee, a coastal community in Florida heavily impacted by Hurricane Helene last week, to provide an update on the state's response and recovery efforts.
Man arrested after road rage leads to shots being fired at Tesla on Florida Turnpike: FHP
A road rage incident led to a shooting that left one man traveling in a Tesla injured last week, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP).
Impacted by Hurricane Helene? Here's how to apply for FEMA Assistance
Hurricane Helene recovery: Here's who may be eligible for FEMA assistance, what assistance is available, what's potentially covered, and how to apply.