Use by, sell by, best by: What’s the difference?

Confused by "use by," "sell by" and "best by" labels? Here's what each one actually means, and how California's new law aims to reduce food waste by simplifying the labels shoppers see.

Is Publix, Target, Walmart, Costco, Sam's Club open July 3 and July 4?

Whether you need to grab a quick dessert, a missing ingredient, or more hot dogs, burgers, and brats, here are the grocery store hours in Florida for July 3 and July 4.

Medicare patients could save $1.1 billion under new Trump rule

The Trump administration says a new rule could slash prescription drug costs for Medicare patients by $1.1 billion. Here's what could change.

Woman allegedly planned to kill husband, burn home amid financial struggles, sheriff says

A 58-year-old North Carolina woman has been charged with attempted first-degree murder after investigators say she admitted to attacking her husband while he slept because of alleged financial difficulties.

July 4th fireworks: How to watch & stream fireworks displays from across the US

On July 4, 2026, our nation commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations and fireworks displays will take place across the country. Here's how to watch live and stream fireworks displays from across the U.S.

Judge denies bond for man charged in deadly Lake Mary hit-and-run

A judge denied bond Thursday for a 22-year-old man charged in a fatal hit-and-run crash that killed a woman stopped at a red light on Lake Mary Boulevard, according to court records and police.

Dispute over youthful offender sentencing intensifies between Florida AG, state attorney

A dispute between Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and State Attorney Monique Worrell intensified this week over the use of youthful offender sentencing in serious criminal cases, drawing criticism from victims' families and prompting accusations from both sides.

Palm Bay considers buying former golf course for park and stormwater projects

Palm Bay officials are considering purchasing a long-abandoned golf course in the Bayside Lakes area, a move that could preserve the more than 130-acre property for public use instead of future residential development.

Partial roof collapse at Orlando VA construction site causes no injuries, officials say

A portion of a roof under construction at the Orlando VA Medical Center in Lake Nona collapsed early June 29, but no one was injured and patient care was not affected, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Florida mom safely escapes van fire with 4 children after mechanical failure

A Brevard County mother and her four children escaped without injury after their van caught fire while they were driving on U.S. 1, officials said.

Assistant principal accused of DUI after riding electric bicycle from Wekiwa Springs bar

A 50-year-old man was arrested early June 30 after deputies said he rode an electric bicycle while intoxicated shortly after being asked to leave a Wekiwa Springs bar.

Portable phone charger bursts into flames at Disney World
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A portable phone charger caught fire near the entrance to Disney World's "It's a Small World" attraction this week, prompting a brief evacuation and renewed warnings about the dangers of lithium-ion batteries.