New Florida law allows officers to cite drivers with music deemed too loud
You've likely pulled up to a car blasting music at the stop light with the bass pumping so loud it's vibrating. Come July 1, officers will be cracking down on those drivers who refuse to turn it down.
Coast Guard: 7 rescued after lighting strikes boat 100 miles off Clearwater
Seven people taking part in a fishing tournament had to be rescued Saturday after their boat was struck by lightning off the coast of Clearwater.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Supreme Court abortion ruling: 'Prayers of millions have been answered'
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis says the "prayers of millions upon millions of Americans" have been answered following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the 1973 Roe v. Wade case that legalized abortion nationwide, letting the states have the final say.
Florida man slashed wife's throat because she allegedly burned his passport, documents say
A woman was found dead by officers at a home on Ballard Street in Altamonte Springs Tuesday during a well-being check, according to police.
DOJ: Andrew Gillum, former candidate for Florida governor, indicted on wire fraud charges
Florida Democrat Andrew Gillum, the former Tallahassee mayor who nearly defeated Gov. Ron DeSantis in a run for Florida governor in 2018, has been indicted on wire fraud charges, according to the Department of Justice.
Plane catches fire after landing at Miami International Airport; 3 injured
A passenger plane carrying 126 people caught fire after landing Tuesday at Miami International Airport when landing gear collapsed, though no serious injuries were reported, authorities said.
Red Air flight catches fire after landing gear collapses at Miami International Airport
A Red Air flight from the Dominican Republic caught fire after its landing gear collapsed upon landing at Miami International Airport Tuesday afternoon, the airport said in a statement.
Florida deputies shared news of Bob Saget's death before officials notified his family, report says
Two Florida sheriff's deputies have been disciplined after an investigation found they shared news of actor and comedian Bob Saget's death with family or friends before law enforcement had notified Saget's family, according to an investigative report.
Disney bus driver among 12 suspects arrested in Polk undercover child predator investigation
An online child predator investigation resulted in the arrest of a dozen suspects, including a Walt Disney World bus driver who was taken into custody while he was still in his work uniform.
Florida man says alligator attacked, ate his dog 'like it was nothing': report
The owner had been playing fetch with his dog when an alligator suddenly grabbed the 40 lb. Lab mix by his head. "Boom, the water just sort-of exploded," he recalled. "He never barked. He never saw it... It took him down like it was nothing."
Florida woman spots 'fire rainbow' in sky
Angela Capece of Coconut Creek captured the colorful creation in the sky and posted it to Facebook.
DNA retest concludes acquitted man was the likely killer after all, Florida prosecutor says
A man acquitted at retrial after his conviction and death sentence for raping and murdering a woman was overturned was almost certainly the actual killer according to new DNA tests, a Florida prosecutor announced Wednesday.
Former WWE wrestler Jeff Hardy arrested in Florida on DUI charge
Professional wrestler Jeff Hardy was arrested early Monday morning, accused of driving while under the influence, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP).
Florida stepdad convicted of abusing boy rescued by keen waitress at Mrs. Potato restaurant
The stepfather of an abused boy who was rescued by an attentive waitress at a Florida restaurant on New Year's Day 2021 has been convicted of false imprisonment, child abuse, and child neglect.
6 Special Olympic Games participants from Haiti reported missing in Florida, deputies say
Six members of the Haiti delegation participating in the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games in Orlando have been reported missing, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office.
Parkland school shooter's defense attorneys try to withdraw from case
The public defenders representing Parkland school shooter Nikolas Cruz tried to withdraw from his death penalty trial, only to have the judge refuse their motion. They also tried – and failed – to delay the trial due to the Uvalde, Texas shooting, arguing that the recent massacre makes it impossible for Cruz to get a fair trial.
Cash: Rays players not wearing Pride logos won't divide team
A number of Tampa Bay Rays players decided not to wear rainbow-colored logos on their uniforms as part of the team’s annual “Pride Night” on Saturday that recognized the LGBTQ community. Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash addressed it after Sunday's game, saying he doesn't think it'll negatively impact the clubhouse.
Tropical Storm Alex forms after dropping more than a foot of rain over Florida
Tropical Storm Alex is the first named cyclone of the 2022 Atlantic basin hurricane season.
Box of loaded guns found in Florida school near 2018 Parkland shooting site belong to principal, police say
A school resource officer found the weapons, but the school reportedly didn't notify parents until 24 hours later.
Tropical Storm Warnings issued in Central, South Florida as heavy rain, gusty winds spread onshore
As of Friday afternoon, this developing system located less than 400 miles southwest of Fort Myers, Florida, was producing clusters of showers and thunderstorms.