Florida Python Challenge 2026 winner: 96 snakes and $10K grand prize
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has released the winners of the 2026 Florida Python Challenge.
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has released the winners of the 2026 Florida Python Challenge.
Florida Python Challenge winner nets 96 snakes, $10,000 prize
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has named Tom Rahill the winner of the 2026 Florida Python Challenge after he captured 96 invasive Burmese pythons during the annual competition.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has named Tom Rahill the winner of the 2026 Florida Python Challenge after he captured 96 invasive Burmese pythons during the annual competition.
Man arrested after stealing bear with child’s ashes, stalking Florida woman, deputies say
What began as a casual connection on a dating app quickly turned into a terrifying ordeal for a Flagler County woman.
What began as a casual connection on a dating app quickly turned into a terrifying ordeal for a Flagler County woman.
Man accused of killing, dismembering stepfather before hiding remains in suitcases
Authorities said Wednesday that a 71-year-old man who was reported missing earlier this week was killed, and his stepson has been arrested in the case.
Authorities said Wednesday that a 71-year-old man who was reported missing earlier this week was killed, and his stepson has been arrested in the case.
Man accused of stalking woman, stealing bear with son's ashes
A 31-year-old Flagler County man has been arrested on multiple felony charges after investigators say he stalked a woman he met through a dating app, tracked her movements and stole a memorial teddy bear containing her deceased son's ashes.
A 31-year-old Flagler County man has been arrested on multiple felony charges after investigators say he stalked a woman he met through a dating app, tracked her movements and stole a memorial teddy bear containing her deceased son's ashes.
Man charged after investigators say he killed, dismembered stepfather
A 44-year-old man is being held without bond on a first-degree murder charge after investigators said he killed his 71-year-old stepfather, dismembered the body and left the remains in three suitcases along an Orange County roadway.
A 44-year-old man is being held without bond on a first-degree murder charge after investigators said he killed his 71-year-old stepfather, dismembered the body and left the remains in three suitcases along an Orange County roadway.
Blue Origin identifies cause of New Glenn launch pad explosion
Blue Origin says an oxygen valve failure caused the explosion that destroyed a New Glenn rocket during an engine hot-fire test at Launch Complex 36 in May, and engineers are modifying the component for future flights.
Blue Origin says an oxygen valve failure caused the explosion that destroyed a New Glenn rocket during an engine hot-fire test at Launch Complex 36 in May, and engineers are modifying the component for future flights.
Brevard Zoo expecting two giraffe calves
Brevard Zoo is preparing to welcome two giraffe calves after confirming pregnancies in two members of its herd, zoo officials said.
Brevard Zoo is preparing to welcome two giraffe calves after confirming pregnancies in two members of its herd, zoo officials said.
Republican candidates clash in District 7 congressional debate
The four Republican candidates seeking Florida's 7th Congressional District seat met Wednesday night for their first and only debate of the primary campaign.
The four Republican candidates seeking Florida's 7th Congressional District seat met Wednesday night for their first and only debate of the primary campaign.
Good Samaritans rescue driver from submerged car at New Smyrna Beach boat ramp
Two Good Samaritans are being credited with rescuing a driver moments before his car became fully submerged at a boat ramp in New Smyrna Beach, fire officials said.
Two Good Samaritans are being credited with rescuing a driver moments before his car became fully submerged at a boat ramp in New Smyrna Beach, fire officials said.
Orlando Dreamers renew push for $975 million in tourism tax funding
The Orlando Dreamers are seeking $975 million in tourism tax funding for a proposed MLB stadium near SeaWorld.
The Orlando Dreamers are seeking $975 million in tourism tax funding for a proposed MLB stadium near SeaWorld.
Judge sets bond at $15K for dump truck driver in deadly hit-and-run crash
A Seminole County judge on Wednesday set a $15,000 bond for a Sanford city employee accused of striking and killing a bicyclist with a city dump truck and leaving the scene.
A Seminole County judge on Wednesday set a $15,000 bond for a Sanford city employee accused of striking and killing a bicyclist with a city dump truck and leaving the scene.
Titusville police officer rescues family stuck in Indian River Lagoon during dangerous storm
A Titusville police officer is being hailed a hero after risking his own life to rescue a family caught in dangerous conditions during a sudden storm at Parrish Park along the Space Coast.
A Titusville police officer is being hailed a hero after risking his own life to rescue a family caught in dangerous conditions during a sudden storm at Parrish Park along the Space Coast.
Homeowner says rental property damaged again after alleged unauthorized party
An Osceola County homeowner says her short-term rental property was heavily damaged for the second time in about a month.
An Osceola County homeowner says her short-term rental property was heavily damaged for the second time in about a month.
Disney reports attendance growth at Disney World despite declines at competitor parks
Disney isn't seeing a slowdown at its domestic parks despite attendance declines for its competitors.
Disney isn't seeing a slowdown at its domestic parks despite attendance declines for its competitors.
Orlando weather: Scattered afternoon storms return to Central Florida
It will be a classic summer pattern over the next few days with daily showers and storms around Central Florida.
It will be a classic summer pattern over the next few days with daily showers and storms around Central Florida.
Osceola homeowner says rental home trashed again after alleged party
An Osceola County homeowner says her short-term rental property was heavily damaged for the second time in about a month after another unauthorized party. The latest damage includes torn-up grass, broken furniture, shattered glass and trash scattered throughout the home.
An Osceola County homeowner says her short-term rental property was heavily damaged for the second time in about a month after another unauthorized party. The latest damage includes torn-up grass, broken furniture, shattered glass and trash scattered throughout the home.
Brevard Zoo expecting two giraffe calves
Brevard Zoo is preparing to welcome two giraffe calves after confirming pregnancies in Kumi, a 12-year-old giraffe, and Tisa, who is nearly 4 years old. Zoo officials expect the calves to be born sometime between fall and winter.
Brevard Zoo is preparing to welcome two giraffe calves after confirming pregnancies in Kumi, a 12-year-old giraffe, and Tisa, who is nearly 4 years old. Zoo officials expect the calves to be born sometime between fall and winter.
Orange County mayoral candidate outlines priorities on housing, affordability
Orange County Clerk of Courts Tiffany Moore Russell, a candidate for Orange County mayor, said affordability is the county's top challenge, followed by traffic, housing and job opportunities. She said increasing the housing supply should be a priority by speeding up the approval process for new developments and continuing to invest in the county's Housing Trust Fund.
Orange County Clerk of Courts Tiffany Moore Russell, a candidate for Orange County mayor, said affordability is the county's top challenge, followed by traffic, housing and job opportunities. She said increasing the housing supply should be a priority by speeding up the approval process for new developments and continuing to invest in the county's Housing Trust Fund.
Driver rescued from sinking car at New Smyrna Beach boat ramp
Two Good Samaritans are being credited with rescuing a driver whose car rolled into the water at a New Smyrna Beach boat ramp and sank within seconds. Witnesses said the Chevrolet Impala slowly entered the water without braking or swerving before becoming submerged.
Two Good Samaritans are being credited with rescuing a driver whose car rolled into the water at a New Smyrna Beach boat ramp and sank within seconds. Witnesses said the Chevrolet Impala slowly entered the water without braking or swerving before becoming submerged.