Man arrested months after 15-year-old killed in Brevard County hit-and-run, FHP says

A Melbourne man has been arrested four months after a hit-and-run crash that killed a 15-year-old boy who was riding his scooter on Father's Day, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Photos: 'Space jellyfish' over Florida after SpaceX rocket launch

SpaceX's Bandwagon-5 mission launched early Tuesday morning from Florida's Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, creating a 'space jellyfish' in the sky. Here are some of the best photos.

Subtropical system could develop in the Atlantic, NHC says

A system of low pressure off the East Coast of the United States has a medium chance of development, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Florida to execute Army veteran for 1986 murder of deputy

Florida is scheduled to execute 77-year-old William Reaves Tuesday for the 1986 murder of Indian River County Deputy Richard Raczkowski, marking the state's 18th execution this year under Gov. Ron DeSantis.

Orange County approves hundreds of millions in tourist tax funding for major projects

Orange County commissioners approved hundreds of millions of dollars in tourist tax funding for major projects after a contentious debate that drew dozens of public speakers and a labor union-led protest.

Orange County approves hundreds of millions in tourist tax funding
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Orange County commissioners approved hundreds of millions of dollars in tourist tax funding for major projects after a contentious debate that drew dozens of public speakers and a labor union-led protest.

Suspicious letters sent to Florida lawmakers as investigation expands nationwide

At least three Florida lawmakers have received suspicious letters as federal investigators work to identify who is sending the mail to elected officials across the country.

Suspicious letter sent to another Florida lawmaker
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At least three Florida lawmakers have received suspicious letters as federal investigators work to identify who is sending the mail to elected officials across the country. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz's office in Sunrise received one of the letters. 

Peacocks spark neighborhood dispute over property damage in Casselberry

Residents of the Lost Lake subdivision are asking city officials to reconsider an ordinance protecting peacocks, saying the birds are damaging property and creating a nuisance.

Coastal flooding closes parts of Playalinda Beach as high winds and waves batter shoreline

Parts of Playalinda Beach in Central Florida are temporarily closed as high tides, strong winds and coastal flooding create hazardous conditions along the shoreline, forcing park officials to restrict access to roads, parking areas and hiking trails.

Peacocks spark dispute over property damage in Casselberry neighborhood
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Residents of the Lost Lake subdivision are asking city officials to reconsider an ordinance protecting peacocks, saying the birds are damaging property and creating a nuisance.

Substitute teacher accused of kicking student with special needs
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A 60-year-old substitute teacher at Matanzas High School in Flagler County is facing a felony child abuse charge after allegedly kicking a student with special needs, according to an arrest report.

Flooding closes parts of Playalinda Beach in Canaveral National Seashore
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Powerful waves, high winds and coastal flooding have forced temporary closures at Playalinda Beach in Central Florida, disrupting visitors' plans and creating hazardous conditions along the shoreline.

NHC monitoring new disturbance in Atlantic designated Invest 93L

The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a non-tropical disturbance off the Southeast coast of the U.S. that has a 40% chance of development over the next seven days.

Store owner faces second-degree murder charge after teen dies from alleged intentional hit-and-run

A 14-year-old boy has died after his family took him off life support, and a store owner accused of intentionally hitting him with a car now faces a second-degree murder charge, authorities said.

AI scammers clone deputies’ voices to demand money from Osceola County residents, sheriff says

The Osceola County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about a scam involving artificial intelligence, where criminals clone the voice of a real deputy to trick people into sending them money.