Tree crashes into Ocala home roof after strong storm
Ocala Fire Rescue responded to two separate homes on Saturday after severe weather caused large trees to collapse, crushing roofs and compromising structural integrity. One resident on SE Eighth Street narrowly escaped injury when a tree caved into her living room ceiling while she sat inside with her dog.
Ocala Fire Rescue responded to two separate homes on Saturday after severe weather caused large trees to collapse, crushing roofs and compromising structural integrity. One resident on SE Eighth Street narrowly escaped injury when a tree caved into her living room ceiling while she sat inside with her dog.
Panama City Beach landmark Jaws Souvenirs shop destroyed by early morning fire
A massive early morning fire destroyed Jaws Souvenirs, an iconic beach retail shop on Thomas Drive in Panama City Beach.
A massive early morning fire destroyed Jaws Souvenirs, an iconic beach retail shop on Thomas Drive in Panama City Beach.
1 hospitalized after car hits home in Orlando, officials say
Fire officials said the home did not have significant structural damage.
Fire officials said the home did not have significant structural damage.
'Deeply missed': Orange County Sheriff's Office honors memory of Sgt. Julie Rezex
The Orange County Sheriff's Office is mourning the sudden, unexpected death of Sergeant Julie Rezex, who passed away earlier in the week.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office is mourning the sudden, unexpected death of Sergeant Julie Rezex, who passed away earlier in the week.
Fallen trees cause severe roof damage to 2 Ocala homes during storms
Ocala Fire Rescue responded to two separate homes on Saturday after severe weather caused large trees to collapse, crushing roofs and compromising structural integrity.
Ocala Fire Rescue responded to two separate homes on Saturday after severe weather caused large trees to collapse, crushing roofs and compromising structural integrity.
Karmelo Anthony’s bid for new trial denied by newly appointed judge
A judge on Saturday denied Karmelo Anthony’s request for a new trial in the fatal stabbing of Frisco student Austin Metcalf during a track meet last year.
A judge on Saturday denied Karmelo Anthony’s request for a new trial in the fatal stabbing of Frisco student Austin Metcalf during a track meet last year.
New Smyrna Beach High School teacher under investigation, police say
Police were contacted on August 7 regarding the online behavior of the employee and launched an investigation.
Police were contacted on August 7 regarding the online behavior of the employee and launched an investigation.
Freedom 250 Grand Prix: How does IndyCar qualifying work?
Qualifying for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix takes over the National Mall on Saturday. Here's what you need to know.
Qualifying for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix takes over the National Mall on Saturday. Here's what you need to know.
Houston police officers commandeer Uber vehicle during pursuit of suspect
A Houston-area Uber driver shared surveillance footage of police getting into his vehicle while going after a suspect.
A Houston-area Uber driver shared surveillance footage of police getting into his vehicle while going after a suspect.
Man arrested in West Virginia after Florida woman found shot dead on road: 'He came here to kill'
A man accused of killing a 52-year-old Florida woman was arrested in West Virginia four days after her body was found along a road in the Florida Ridge area, according to the Indian River County Sheriff's Office.
A man accused of killing a 52-year-old Florida woman was arrested in West Virginia four days after her body was found along a road in the Florida Ridge area, according to the Indian River County Sheriff's Office.
Police face backlash for using electric shock gloves in Nebraska schools
The gloves are known as G.L.O.V.E.s or Generated Low Output Voltage Emitters, and police say they can help an officer quickly get control of someone who is refusing commands.
The gloves are known as G.L.O.V.E.s or Generated Low Output Voltage Emitters, and police say they can help an officer quickly get control of someone who is refusing commands.
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Heat wave ends as scattered storms stretch across Central Florida
Central Florida's record-breaking extreme heat stretch is coming to an end, with afternoon temperatures dropping into the low 90s and heat index values easing toward 100 degrees over the next week.
Central Florida's record-breaking extreme heat stretch is coming to an end, with afternoon temperatures dropping into the low 90s and heat index values easing toward 100 degrees over the next week.
Deltona considers fines of up to $7,500 for abandoning pets
People who abandon pets in Deltona could soon face thousands of dollars in fines under a proposed ordinance aimed at cracking down on animal abandonment. The proposal would establish civil fines starting at $2,500 for a first offense and increasing to as much as $7,500 for repeat violations.
People who abandon pets in Deltona could soon face thousands of dollars in fines under a proposed ordinance aimed at cracking down on animal abandonment. The proposal would establish civil fines starting at $2,500 for a first offense and increasing to as much as $7,500 for repeat violations.
Family, community honor good Samaritan killed while trying to help woman
Family members, friends, and members of an Orange County school community gathered Friday to remember Darryl Hill, the father and husband who authorities say was shot and killed while trying to help a woman being attacked.
Family members, friends, and members of an Orange County school community gathered Friday to remember Darryl Hill, the father and husband who authorities say was shot and killed while trying to help a woman being attacked.
Oviedo police use fake Flock camera to catch vandalism suspect
Oviedo police turned to a 3D printer and a decoy license plate reader to catch a man accused of vandalizing cameras, a police operation that surprised the city's mayor.
Oviedo police turned to a 3D printer and a decoy license plate reader to catch a man accused of vandalizing cameras, a police operation that surprised the city's mayor.
Oviedo police use fake Flock camera to catch vandalism suspect
Oviedo police turned to a 3D printer and a decoy license plate reader to catch a man accused of vandalizing cameras, a police operation that surprised the city's mayor.
Oviedo police turned to a 3D printer and a decoy license plate reader to catch a man accused of vandalizing cameras, a police operation that surprised the city's mayor.
Flagler Palm Coast dominates Matanzas 42-7 in Potato Bowl
Flagler Palm Coast opened its football season with a dominant 42-7 victory over rival Matanzas on Friday night in the annual Potato Bowl.
Flagler Palm Coast opened its football season with a dominant 42-7 victory over rival Matanzas on Friday night in the annual Potato Bowl.
Mystery on the Space Coast: What are these clear ‘jumping sticks’ on the beach?
A beach day on the Space Coast turned into an unusual discovery when one-inch, translucent creatures were spotted jumping along the shore, leaving beachgoers and marine experts alike taking a second look.
A beach day on the Space Coast turned into an unusual discovery when one-inch, translucent creatures were spotted jumping along the shore, leaving beachgoers and marine experts alike taking a second look.
What are these clear ‘jumping sticks’ on the beach?
A beach day on the Space Coast turned into an unusual discovery when one-inch translucent creatures were spotted jumping along the shore, prompting beachgoers and marine experts alike to take a second look.
A beach day on the Space Coast turned into an unusual discovery when one-inch translucent creatures were spotted jumping along the shore, prompting beachgoers and marine experts alike to take a second look.