Florida woman accused of killing 9-year-old girl directed Rottweiler to attack her: 'I'm fixin' to kill her'
Tyshael Martin, of Florida, has been arrested for allegedly killing her boyfriend's 9-year-old daughter, Jamaria Sessions, according to deputies.
Oviedo daycare bus driver arrested after leaving 6-year-old alone on hot bus, police say
A daycare bus driver in Oviedo was arrested Wednesday after she unknowingly left a 6-year-old girl alone in the hot vehicle because she failed to check if any children were still on board, according to the Oviedo Police Department.
Thieves caught, Ferrari recovered in Palm Coast after cross-country chase, officials say
Two thieves are now in custody after a stolen Ferrari Spider, linked to an out-of-state crime, was found at a home in Palm Coast after a cross-country chase, officials said.
Orlando woman to reunite with first responders who saved her life after devastating crash
An Orlando woman’s life was forever changed after she was involved in a serious crash in February. She is still recovering from her injuries, but thanks to social media, she will soon meet the people who saved her life.
FAA grounds SpaceX Falcon 9 rockets after booster explodes off Florida Coast
What was supposed to be a historic week for SpaceX ended in setbacks, after a Falcon 9 rocket booster burst into flames off the coast of Florida.
Deputies search for 2 men who allegedly kidnapped, beat, choked Okahumpka woman
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is actively searching for two men accused of kidnapping and attempting to murder a 39-year-old woman in Okahumpka. The sheriff’s office hopes some residents of the small town of around 220 people may have tips to help identify the suspects.
5 students charged, principal injured in fight at West Port High School, officials say
Five students were arrested and a principal was injured during a fight that broke out at West Port High School in Ocala on Monday, according to the school district.
Florida teacher arrested for putting 3-year-old with autism in chokehold during story time: deputies
A Central Florida teacher was taken to jail after deputies said she placed a 3-year-old boy with autism in a chokehold last week.
Palm Bay Magnet High School student arrested after stabbing student with scissors, police say
An 18-year-old was arrested after allegedly stabbing another student with scissors during a fight at Palm Bay Magnet High School on Monday, according to the Palm Bay Police Department.
Pulse Nightclub owners cleared of involuntary manslaughter charges, OPD report concludes
The owners of the Pulse nightclub will not face involuntary manslaughter charges following an investigation by the Orlando Police Department, according to a new report released eight years after the tragic mass shooting in June 2016.
Critics call for Florida parks plans to be ditched
Environmentalists are seeking assurances that Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration has scrapped plans for a series of golf courses at Jonathan Dickinson State Park after a state spokeswoman said the proposal has been dropped.
Florida man shot, killed wife while kids were inside the home, officers say
Two boys ran to a neighbor's house after their dad allegedly shot and killed their mother inside their home in St. Cloud, Florida. Their dad is now charged with first-degree murder in his wife's death.
Masked Georgia man suspected in Florida double shooting arrested in Michigan, deputies say
An Atlanta man accused of shooting two people inside a Deltona, Florida home last week has been arrested near Detroit, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office.
Florida man accused of extortion arrested following chase through Walmart
A routine Sunday grocery run turned chaotic for some when deputies in Marion County pursued a wanted man through the produce section of a Walmart store.
Madeline Soto: Bombshell documents reveal how Stephan Sterns might have allegedly killed teen, dumped her body
New documents shed light on how Madeline Soto's body got to the rural location it was eventually found at, and, ultimately, how she died.
Man distraught over planned sale of late mother’s home fatally shoots 4 family members, himself
A 69-year-old Tampa woman was one of the people who died when a New York man shot and killed four of his family members before taking his own life.
Raccoon with head trapped in jar has Wild Florida Rescue racing to save animal: 'Time is of the essence'
Wild Florida Rescue is working around the clock to try and help a raccoon with its head trapped in a jar.
Palm Bay teacher accused of dragging, straddling student with disabilities before locking her in bathroom
All witnesses interviewed by police said the teacher's behavior was “unacceptable" and “aggressive," and described her as “very controlling."
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he's suspending his presidential bid, endorsing Donald Trump
Ahead of a planned speech in Phoenix, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign said in a Pennsylvania court filing Friday that he is endorsing Donald Trump for president.
Lake Mary All-Stars advance to U.S. Championship Game in Little League World Series
The Lake Mary All-Stars are headed to the U.S. Championship game in the Little League World Series after defeating Henderson, Nevada, 6-3, on Thursday night at Howard J. Lamade Stadium in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.