Crash scheme? Man arrested for allegedly staging crash
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A Florida man was arrested after deputies say he staged a car crash. Now, the crash victim claimed the passengers faked injuries and the driver crashed into him. 

Chaos at ICON Park: Thousands of Florida teens 'takeover' public space
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Florida residents are speaking out after an alleged teen takeover at ICON Park on April 25 resulted in nine arrests. People became afraid when the teens started running, leaving those nearby not sure what was happening. 

Orlando 'Sloth World' death count rises; customers demand refunds

Bandit, a sloth transported to Orlando for the now closed "Sloth World" is in intensive care after suffering from GI issues and electrolyte imbalances.

52 sloths die in Orlando Sloth World investigation, reports say
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52 sloths have died while under the care of Sloth World -- a sloth exhibit that was set to open in Orlando. Following the deaths of over 50 sloths, those that were found alive remain under the care of the Central Florida zoo for rehabilitation. 

New Smyrna Beach neighbors self-fund natural seawall to fight erosion, rebuild dunes

A group of oceanfront property owners in New Smyrna Beach are taking coastal protection into their own hands, funding the construction of a natural seawall designed to defend against erosion while helping rebuild the shoreline.

New Smyrna resident build custom wall to protect against erosion
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Oceanfront property owners are paying out of pocket to build a coquina rock seawall designed to reduce erosion and restore dunes. The project comes after Hurricanes Ian and Nicole destroyed existing dunes and damaged properties.

'The Voice' singer Dylan Carter's cause of death revealed: Report

Rising country singer and former contestant of "The Voice," Dylan Carter, has died at 24. His cause of death has been revealed, according to a report.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis adds more GOP seats in congress redistricting map
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In a proposed re-drawing of congressional seats in Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis created four more GOP seats. The new maps could be up for a vote in both chambers by Wednesday, April 29. 

Geico notifies insurance holders of suspended licenses by accident
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Multiple Florida residents received letters removing their driving privileges due to no longer being insured. Now, Geico said the letter sent to insurance holders was due to an accidental reporting issue on their end. Geico is now working to correct the affected records. 

Video: Deputies respond to driver hitting child with car on beach
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A three-year-old child is recovering after being hit by a jeep driver on the beach. The driver, Brock Winkler, 36, of Lakeland, is accused of having several alcoholic beverages before getting behind the wheel. In released body camera footage, Winkler could be seen telling deputies he wasn't driving anywhere. 

Sloth World animal death count increases, FWC reports show
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After Sloth World planned to open a sloth exhibit in Orlando, records released by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission show that tens of sloths died before the exhibit was set to take place. Now, the Central Florida Zoo is caring for 13 sloths that arrived underweight and dehydrated, one of which is in critical condition. 

Orlando PM Weather Forecast: 90 degree heat, rain incoming
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As temperature highs rise into the high 80s to low 90s this week, isolated showers hit parts of Osceola, Orange and Volusia counties. 

FBI investigates missing truck driver: Alejandro Jacomino Gonzalez
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The FBI is investigating the suspicious disappearance of Alejandro Jacomino Gonzalez, 41, after he was last seen on April 17 at a truck stop in Brevard County. Gonzalez became unreachable and the truck was reported missing. The truck was found in Georgia the next day, but Gonzalez was missing. 

FBI investigates missing truck driver: Alejandro Jacomino Gonzalez
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The FBI is investigating the suspicious disappearance of Alejandro Jacomino Gonzalez, 41, after he was last seen on April 17 at a truck stop in Brevard County. Gonzalez became unreachable and the truck was reported missing. The truck was found in Georgia the next day, but Gonzalez was missing. 

Fights broke out, deputies hurt in ICON park teen 'takeover'
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Over 1,000 teenagers swarmed ICON Park on International Drive over the weekend, part of an apparent "takeover' event. The Orange County Sheriff's office said the takeover was organized through social media, though there's not a single promoter identified. 

Icon Park takeover: 9 arrests, 2 deputies hurt after 1,000+ teens swarm Orlando amusement park

More than 1,000 teenagers descended on ICON Park over the weekend – allegedly part of a social media "takeover" event – leading to numerous fights and arrests, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office said. Two deputies were hurt trying to 

Cole Allen: WHCA shooting suspect faces attempted assassination charge

Cole Tomas Allen, the 31‑year‑old suspect in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting, made his first court appearance on Monday as he faces multiple federal charges. 

Supreme Court reinforces ruling allowing redrawn Texas congressional map

The U.S. Supreme Court has reinforced its prior decision allowing Texas to use a redrawn congressional map for the 2026 midterm elections, effectively ending legal challenges, for now, at a time of nationwide redistricting battles.