1 injured in Kissimmee shooting, deputies say

Deputies said the man was shot around 1:15 p.m. in the area of 3000 Marta Circle in Kissimmee.

Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag for the 4th of July

As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country.  Here is the proper way to display Old Glory. 

Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag

As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country.  Here is the proper way to display Old Glory. 

Missing teen swimmer found in Daytona Beach
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Missing teen swimmer found after body washed up Saturday morning according to officials.

4th of July deals and freebies

Many restaurant chains and food establishments are offering special discounts and freebies on July 4 in an effort to sweeten the holiday.

July 4th: What's open and closed

Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on Independence Day, but be ready for select closures and modified holiday hours.

Search for missing 17-year-old boy from Orlando
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A 60-year-old man drowned Friday at an unguarded section of Daytona Beach, as thousands flocked to Central Florida beaches for the Independence Day holiday. Meanwhile, rescue crews continued searching for another missing swimmer, a 17-year-old man from Orlando.  

Lightning strike sparks house fire; off-duty sergeant rescues woman, 2 dogs

An off-duty Leesburg police sergeant rescued a homeowner and her two dogs after spotting flames coming from the roof of a Yalaha home that had been struck by lightning, authorities said.

Lightning strike kills 1, hurts 3 in Fort Myers Beach, officials say

One person has been killed in a lightning strike in Fort Myers Beach, according to the Fort Myers Beach Fire District and Lee County Sheriff's Office.

Red Hot & Boom! draws thousands despite scorching heat
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Thousands of people gathered at Cranes Roost Park on Thursday night for Altamonte Springs' annual Red Hot & Boom celebration, kicking off Independence Day festivities with fireworks, live entertainment and heightened public safety measures.

Lightning strike kills 1, hurts 3 in Fort Myers Beach, officials say
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One person has been killed in a lightning strike in Fort Myers Beach, according to the Fort Myers Beach Fire District and Lee County Sheriff's Office. Three others were hurt and taken to the hospital, officials said. 

Man drowns in Daytona Beach; search underway for missing swimmer
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A 60-year-old man drowned Friday at an unguarded section of Daytona Beach, authorities said. Meanwhile, rescue crews continued searching for another missing swimmer as thousands flocked to Central Florida beaches for the Independence Day holiday.

Rescued bald eagle at Central Florida Zoo featured in adoption campaign
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Visitors to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens can symbolically adopt a resident bald eagle as part of a fundraiser supporting the zoo's animal care and conservation efforts.

Leesburg police sergeant helps woman, dog escape house fire
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A Leesburg police sergeant is being credited with rescuing a woman and her two dogs after spotting a house fire caused by a lightning strike while driving home from work.

Orlando airport baggage delays frustrate holiday travelers
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Travelers at Orlando International Airport faced hourslong baggage delays this week, with some passengers saying they waited more than two hours for luggage.

Who is the 'redhead named Abigail,' Taylor Swift's high school BFF?

Abigail Anderson Berard, Swift's longtime close friend, was spotted leaving the Ritz-Carlton in New York City, likely heading to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding.