Google Assistant $68M settlement claim deadline is here: What to know
Eligible Americans have just hours left to file a claim in a proposed $68 million Google Assistant privacy settlement. Here’s who may qualify and how to file a claim.
Eligible Americans have just hours left to file a claim in a proposed $68 million Google Assistant privacy settlement. Here’s who may qualify and how to file a claim.
Florida high school student arrested after gun found in car, deputies say
A 19-year-old student faces multiple charges after deputies found a handgun and extra ammunition inside his car parked at Coronado High School on Wednesday, according to the Lee County Sheriff's Office.
A 19-year-old student faces multiple charges after deputies found a handgun and extra ammunition inside his car parked at Coronado High School on Wednesday, according to the Lee County Sheriff's Office.
Florida Attorney General sues pharmacy benefit management companies, alleges price-fixing agreement
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has filed a lawsuit against two pharmacy benefit management companies alleging the two "colluded" with one another to fix prices and underpay pharmacies, which financially harmed local pharmacies and limited Floridians' access to affordable medications.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has filed a lawsuit against two pharmacy benefit management companies alleging the two "colluded" with one another to fix prices and underpay pharmacies, which financially harmed local pharmacies and limited Floridians' access to affordable medications.
Secret Service aware of potential threat against Barron Trump: Reports
The U.S. Secret Service is aware of a video broadcast by Iranian state television discussing a potential plot to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump's youngest son, according to reports.
The U.S. Secret Service is aware of a video broadcast by Iranian state television discussing a potential plot to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump's youngest son, according to reports.
Banner plane crashes off coast of New Smyrna Beach
A small, yellow banner plane crashed into the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of New Smyrna Beach, Florida, the Volusia Sheriff's Office said.
A small, yellow banner plane crashed into the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of New Smyrna Beach, Florida, the Volusia Sheriff's Office said.
Florida death row: Gov. DeSantis signs 16th death warrant in 2026
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed his 16th death warrant Wednesday for death row inmate Curtis W. Beasley, scheduling his execution for Sept. 29 following his conviction in a 1995 Polk County murder.
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed his 16th death warrant Wednesday for death row inmate Curtis W. Beasley, scheduling his execution for Sept. 29 following his conviction in a 1995 Polk County murder.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier in the Villages
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier was in The Villages on Thursday, Aug. 27. He announced a new lawsuit against Prime Therapeutics and Express Scripts alleging violations of Florida's antitrust laws over alleged price-fixing agreements.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier was in The Villages on Thursday, Aug. 27. He announced a new lawsuit against Prime Therapeutics and Express Scripts alleging violations of Florida's antitrust laws over alleged price-fixing agreements.
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.
NHC: Tropical Storm Dolly forms in the Atlantic
Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic, becoming the fourth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season.
Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic, becoming the fourth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season.
Petition to rename Nashville airport after Dolly Parton gains traction
A petition to rename Nashville International Airport after Tennessee’s own Dolly Parton is gaining traction online.
A petition to rename Nashville International Airport after Tennessee’s own Dolly Parton is gaining traction online.
Florida Gov. DeSantis on license plate readers: 'It's out of control'
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has shared his thoughts on license plate reader cameras that have become topics of discussion across the state and country: "I think it's out of control."
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has shared his thoughts on license plate reader cameras that have become topics of discussion across the state and country: "I think it's out of control."
Florida pup's wheelchair stolen; new one on the way
The St. Cloud Police Department is asking the public for help to find whomever stole a Florida pup's pink wheelchair. Pittie Party of Central Florida said Baby has a rare neurological condition that has impacts her balance and mobility, which requires a wheelchair for her to get around. It was taken on Aug. 19. Another organization, Ruck9, contacted the shelter and offered to provide a new wheelchair.
The St. Cloud Police Department is asking the public for help to find whomever stole a Florida pup's pink wheelchair. Pittie Party of Central Florida said Baby has a rare neurological condition that has impacts her balance and mobility, which requires a wheelchair for her to get around. It was taken on Aug. 19. Another organization, Ruck9, contacted the shelter and offered to provide a new wheelchair.
Florida bear hunt applications opening soon
Florida's 202t6 bear hunt runs December 5-27, though permit applications will be open from Sept. 11-21. Applications are $5 each, while permits are $100 for Florida residents and $300 for non-Florida residents.
Florida's 202t6 bear hunt runs December 5-27, though permit applications will be open from Sept. 11-21. Applications are $5 each, while permits are $100 for Florida residents and $300 for non-Florida residents.
DeSantis on Flock cameras: 'I think it's out of control'
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has weighed in on the discussion surrounding license plate reader cameras. "I think it's out of control," he said during a Wednesday event at Florida International University in Miami.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has weighed in on the discussion surrounding license plate reader cameras. "I think it's out of control," he said during a Wednesday event at Florida International University in Miami.
Person shot and killed at Palm Bay park, police say
A person was shot and killed Wednesday evening at a park in Palm Bay, police said. Palm Bay police responded to reports of gunfire at Patrick Woodard Memorial Park around 6:30 p.m. Officers found a person suffering from a gunshot wound who died at the scene.
A person was shot and killed Wednesday evening at a park in Palm Bay, police said. Palm Bay police responded to reports of gunfire at Patrick Woodard Memorial Park around 6:30 p.m. Officers found a person suffering from a gunshot wound who died at the scene.
Person shot and killed at Palm Bay park, police say
A person was shot and killed Wednesday evening at a park in Palm Bay, police said.
A person was shot and killed Wednesday evening at a park in Palm Bay, police said.
Lightning strike damages Orlando home, knocks out power
An Orlando couple escaped injury after lightning struck their home during storms Thursday evening, damaging the house and knocking out power.
An Orlando couple escaped injury after lightning struck their home during storms Thursday evening, damaging the house and knocking out power.
Seminole County warns Amendment 3 could trigger $119M budget cut
Seminole County officials are warning that a proposed property tax cut on Florida's November ballot could reduce county revenue by $119 million, potentially forcing cuts to law enforcement, fire rescue, libraries, parks and other services.
Seminole County officials are warning that a proposed property tax cut on Florida's November ballot could reduce county revenue by $119 million, potentially forcing cuts to law enforcement, fire rescue, libraries, parks and other services.
Marion County fourth-grader honored for saving choking classmate
A Marion County fourth-grader is being honored for helping to save a classmate who was choking during lunch at Emerald Shores Elementary School.
A Marion County fourth-grader is being honored for helping to save a classmate who was choking during lunch at Emerald Shores Elementary School.
Peacocks plague Casselberry neighborhood; residents asking for ordinance overhaul
Peacocks are dividing a Casselberry neighborhood, where some residents say the colorful birds are damaging property and creating sanitation problems, while others argue they are part of the community's charm.
Peacocks are dividing a Casselberry neighborhood, where some residents say the colorful birds are damaging property and creating sanitation problems, while others argue they are part of the community's charm.



















