Reservation required to visit Blue Spring State Park starting July 18
Blue Spring State Park will soon require all day-use visitors, including annual passholders, pedestrians, and cyclists, to secure an online reservation before entering. The new policy aims to reduce traffic congestion at the gates, with booking opening today, July 8, ahead of full enforcement on July 15.
Blue Spring State Park will soon require all day-use visitors, including annual passholders, pedestrians, and cyclists, to secure an online reservation before entering. The new policy aims to reduce traffic congestion at the gates, with booking opening today, July 8, ahead of full enforcement on July 15.
Artemis II astronauts visit Kennedy Space Center after historic moon mission
More than three months after embarking on a historic voyage around the Moon, the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission returned to the Space Coast on Wednesday, July 8 to visit the site where their journey began. It marks the first time astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Jeremy Hansen and Christina Koch have returned to NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) since their 10-day lunar test flight lifted off back in April 2026.
More than three months after embarking on a historic voyage around the Moon, the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission returned to the Space Coast on Wednesday, July 8 to visit the site where their journey began. It marks the first time astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Jeremy Hansen and Christina Koch have returned to NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) since their 10-day lunar test flight lifted off back in April 2026.
Shahidul Islam faces death penalty for role in sister-in-law's death
According to a new Florida law, the death penalty is an option for those who've committed a capital crime and are in the U.S. illegally. Shahidul Islam is a suspect in the death of his sister-in-law, 44-year-old victim Monica Islam, who was shot and killed in Mount Dora on May 2, 2025.
According to a new Florida law, the death penalty is an option for those who've committed a capital crime and are in the U.S. illegally. Shahidul Islam is a suspect in the death of his sister-in-law, 44-year-old victim Monica Islam, who was shot and killed in Mount Dora on May 2, 2025.
Reservations required for Blue Spring State Park staring July 15
Blue Spring State Park will soon require all day-use visitors, including annual passholders, pedestrians, and cyclists, to secure an online reservation before entering. The new policy aims to reduce traffic congestion at the gates, with booking opening today, July 8, ahead of full enforcement on July 15.
Blue Spring State Park will soon require all day-use visitors, including annual passholders, pedestrians, and cyclists, to secure an online reservation before entering. The new policy aims to reduce traffic congestion at the gates, with booking opening today, July 8, ahead of full enforcement on July 15.
Released video shows high-speed crash, killing 2
Aerial footage released by the Seminole County Sheriff's Office shows a suspect, identified as Marquavious Tayvon Wheaton, 26, speeding down U.S. Highway 17-92 before crashing into another vehicle. Two brothers in the second vehicle, Christopher J. Marier, 42, and Tyler M. Marier, 40, died.
Aerial footage released by the Seminole County Sheriff's Office shows a suspect, identified as Marquavious Tayvon Wheaton, 26, speeding down U.S. Highway 17-92 before crashing into another vehicle. Two brothers in the second vehicle, Christopher J. Marier, 42, and Tyler M. Marier, 40, died.
Trump says Iran ceasefire is 'over;' US strikes Iran for 2nd time
Renewed fighting between the United States and Iran has raised questions about whether the two sides will resume all out war.
Renewed fighting between the United States and Iran has raised questions about whether the two sides will resume all out war.
Apply now: Local artists wanted for Hispanic Heritage month exhibit, Orlando City Hall
The City of Orlando is looking for local artists to feature their artwork during this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month Exhibition showcasing a curated collection of artwork that honors the legacy of heritage from September 4 to November 5, 2026.
The City of Orlando is looking for local artists to feature their artwork during this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month Exhibition showcasing a curated collection of artwork that honors the legacy of heritage from September 4 to November 5, 2026.
Justin Bieber joins Madonna, Shakira and BTS for FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show
Justin Bieber is joining the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show, adding another major name to a lineup that already includes Madonna, Shakira and BTS.
Justin Bieber is joining the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show, adding another major name to a lineup that already includes Madonna, Shakira and BTS.
Officials identify 2 killed in US 17-92 crash in Casselberry; charges pending against suspect, officials say
The Casselberry Police Department on Wednesday identified the two people killed in a devastating crash on US 17-92 after they were hit by an alleged suspect who bolted from authorities minutes earlier in nearby Sanford.
The Casselberry Police Department on Wednesday identified the two people killed in a devastating crash on US 17-92 after they were hit by an alleged suspect who bolted from authorities minutes earlier in nearby Sanford.
Fitness, 'looksmaxxing' influencer Connor Murphy reportedly dies in apparent drowning in Thailand
Connor Murphy, a fitness influencer and YouTuber, reportedly died after an apparent drowning in Thailand.
Connor Murphy, a fitness influencer and YouTuber, reportedly died after an apparent drowning in Thailand.
Man arrested after allegedly throwing Molotov cocktail at wheelchair user
A man has been arrested in Oklahoma City after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at a man in a wheelchair outside Oklahoma City Police Department headquarters.
A man has been arrested in Oklahoma City after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at a man in a wheelchair outside Oklahoma City Police Department headquarters.
Florida deputies rescue child from unsafe living conditions during drug investigation: OCSO
Three people have been arrested, and a young child was removed from a home after deputies say they discovered deplorable living conditions while serving a search warrant as part of an ongoing narcotics investigation.
Three people have been arrested, and a young child was removed from a home after deputies say they discovered deplorable living conditions while serving a search warrant as part of an ongoing narcotics investigation.
Charlie Kirk murder: Prosecutors say suspect Tyler Robinson's DNA found on key evidence
The Utah man charged in the shooting death of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk is back in court for the third day of his week-long preliminary hearing as prosecutors continue presenting the evidence they have against Tyler Robinson, including DNA evidence.
The Utah man charged in the shooting death of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk is back in court for the third day of his week-long preliminary hearing as prosecutors continue presenting the evidence they have against Tyler Robinson, including DNA evidence.
Osceola County deputy-involved shooting update
An Osceola County deputy shot a man early Wednesday morning at a home in Kissimmee after responding to an emergency mental health call, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said. The man, 51, was rushed to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, officials said. The deputy is OK and was not seriously hurt, the sheriff's office said.
An Osceola County deputy shot a man early Wednesday morning at a home in Kissimmee after responding to an emergency mental health call, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said. The man, 51, was rushed to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, officials said. The deputy is OK and was not seriously hurt, the sheriff's office said.
Mega Millions jackpot hits $600 million: Next drawing, cash option, winning numbers
The Mega Millions jackpot is still up for grabs. No one won the estimated $576 million jackpot during Tuesday night's drawing, so the jackpot has rolled over and increased to a whopping $604 million.
The Mega Millions jackpot is still up for grabs. No one won the estimated $576 million jackpot during Tuesday night's drawing, so the jackpot has rolled over and increased to a whopping $604 million.
Osceola County deputy shoots man after fight overnight in Kissimmee, deputies say
An Osceola County deputy shot a man early Wednesday morning at a home in Kissimmee after responding to an emergency mental health call, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said.
An Osceola County deputy shot a man early Wednesday morning at a home in Kissimmee after responding to an emergency mental health call, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said.
Osceola County deputy-involved shooting update | Full
An Osceola County deputy shot a man overnight after responding to a 911 call near Kissimmee. That man has been taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Family called 911 about a family member experiencing a mental health crisis. Deputies said the man got into a physical fight with the deputy, and was then shot.
An Osceola County deputy shot a man overnight after responding to a 911 call near Kissimmee. That man has been taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Family called 911 about a family member experiencing a mental health crisis. Deputies said the man got into a physical fight with the deputy, and was then shot.
At least 10 families displaced after Windermere apartment fire
Fire officials suspect a lightning strike hit a Windermere apartment complex, setting it on fire. Parts of residents' homes that weren't destroyed by fire were flooded with water during fire crew's response. Now, at least 10 families are displaced, left wondering where they'll live next.
Fire officials suspect a lightning strike hit a Windermere apartment complex, setting it on fire. Parts of residents' homes that weren't destroyed by fire were flooded with water during fire crew's response. Now, at least 10 families are displaced, left wondering where they'll live next.
Florida sheriff responds to sergeant's arrest after trying to kiss woman, shove husband
A sergeant with the Volusia Sheriff's Office has resigned after he was reportedly intoxicated a New Smyrna Beach bar when he tried to kiss a 71-year-old woman and then push her 77-year-old husband. Sheriff Mike Chitwood reported the former sergeant checked himself into rehab.
A sergeant with the Volusia Sheriff's Office has resigned after he was reportedly intoxicated a New Smyrna Beach bar when he tried to kiss a 71-year-old woman and then push her 77-year-old husband. Sheriff Mike Chitwood reported the former sergeant checked himself into rehab.
Daytona Beach Shores moves to rename city to 'The Shores'
Officials say for years, residents and businesses have asked when they can officially drop "Daytona Beach" from the city's name. A 30-day city-facilitated survey brought in nearly 550 responses, with a whopping 66 percent voting "yes" to the change.
Officials say for years, residents and businesses have asked when they can officially drop "Daytona Beach" from the city's name. A 30-day city-facilitated survey brought in nearly 550 responses, with a whopping 66 percent voting "yes" to the change.