Prosecutors: Dale Smith Jr. bought flight days before arrest
Less than two weeks before Dale Smith Jr. was arrested for second-degree murder connected to the 2011 disappearance and presumed death of his ex-fiancée Michelle Parker, his son went to the Orlando Police Department to ask if his dad was still a suspect in Parker's case, and Dale Smith Jr. had purchased a plane ticket, according to a new court filing.
Less than two weeks before Dale Smith Jr. was arrested for second-degree murder connected to the 2011 disappearance and presumed death of his ex-fiancée Michelle Parker, his son went to the Orlando Police Department to ask if his dad was still a suspect in Parker's case, and Dale Smith Jr. had purchased a plane ticket, according to a new court filing.
Seaplane crashes in wooded area in Lake County, officials say
A small seaplane crashed Tuesday afternoon in a large wooded, marshy area in Lake County, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
A small seaplane crashed Tuesday afternoon in a large wooded, marshy area in Lake County, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
Florida man wanted in alleged sexual battery of 15-year-old arrested at PortMiami, sheriff says
A 20-year-old Florida man wanted in connection with the sexual battery of a 15-year-old girl was arrested Monday at PortMiami by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
A 20-year-old Florida man wanted in connection with the sexual battery of a 15-year-old girl was arrested Monday at PortMiami by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
Reunited: Florida first responders rescue dog from sinkhole
Firefighters in Florida came to the rescue last week after a dog fell into a 10-foot-deep sinkhole.
Firefighters in Florida came to the rescue last week after a dog fell into a 10-foot-deep sinkhole.
Michelle Parker case: Dale Smith Jr. had flight booked day before he was arrested, prosecutors say
Less than two weeks before Dale Smith Jr. was arrested for second-degree murder connected to the 2011 disappearance and presumed death of his ex-fiancée Michelle Parker, his son went to the Orlando Police Department to ask if his dad was still a suspect in Parker's case, and Dale Smith Jr. had purchased a plane ticket, according to a new court filing.
Less than two weeks before Dale Smith Jr. was arrested for second-degree murder connected to the 2011 disappearance and presumed death of his ex-fiancée Michelle Parker, his son went to the Orlando Police Department to ask if his dad was still a suspect in Parker's case, and Dale Smith Jr. had purchased a plane ticket, according to a new court filing.
Kyle Kennedy, granddaughter of Robert F. Kennedy, dead at 42
Kyle Kennedy established a career in education and was a proponent for education reform and disability rights.
Kyle Kennedy established a career in education and was a proponent for education reform and disability rights.
Video: Solo sailor avoids near-collision with U.S. Navy submarine in Florida
A solo sailor was left terrified and shaking after a near-collision with a U.S. Navy submarine in St. Marys River, according to video footage and statements posted online.
A solo sailor was left terrified and shaking after a near-collision with a U.S. Navy submarine in St. Marys River, according to video footage and statements posted online.
Florida leaders, advocates propose SLOTHS Act | FULL
Congressman Maxwell Frost and Congresswoman Laurel Lee have introduced the SLOTHS Act, which would ban the import of sloths into the U.S., following the deaths of more than 50 sloths tied to the now-closed Sloth World Orlando. The bill would have limited exceptions for research or conservation-focused breeding programs. Oct. 20 is also International Sloth Day.
Congressman Maxwell Frost and Congresswoman Laurel Lee have introduced the SLOTHS Act, which would ban the import of sloths into the U.S., following the deaths of more than 50 sloths tied to the now-closed Sloth World Orlando. The bill would have limited exceptions for research or conservation-focused breeding programs. Oct. 20 is also International Sloth Day.
Florida high school teacher accused of throwing scissors at student: BCSO
A Florida high school teacher was arrested after witnesses told Bay County deputies she threw a pair of scissors at a student, hitting the student in the back.
A Florida high school teacher was arrested after witnesses told Bay County deputies she threw a pair of scissors at a student, hitting the student in the back.
Who leads 2026 Texas Senate race? Paxton vs. Talarico poll tracker
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
Fresh Kitchen sets opening date for Winter Park restaurant
Fresh Kitchen, the chain known for its build-your-own bowls concept, is ready to open its new restaurant in Winter Park.
Fresh Kitchen, the chain known for its build-your-own bowls concept, is ready to open its new restaurant in Winter Park.
Doctors urge flu shots, as new strain raises concerns for younger people
Doctors are urging young people to get a flu shot, warning that an early rise in a new influenza strain poses an elevated risk for younger groups, including infants as young as 6 months.
Doctors are urging young people to get a flu shot, warning that an early rise in a new influenza strain poses an elevated risk for younger groups, including infants as young as 6 months.
Orange County deputies search for missing woman, 5-year-old son
Orange County deputies are searching for a woman and her 5-year-old who have been missing from Orlando since earlier this month.
Orange County deputies are searching for a woman and her 5-year-old who have been missing from Orlando since earlier this month.
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.
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.
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.
Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day - How to safely dispose of unneeded medications
You can safely dispose of unneeded, unwanted, or expired medications this Saturday during the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and help prevent drug misuse and abuse.
You can safely dispose of unneeded, unwanted, or expired medications this Saturday during the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and help prevent drug misuse and abuse.
Dog reunited with owner after being rescued from Florida sinkhole
A border collie is safe after falling into a 10-foot-deep sinkhole Friday morning in Chiefland.
A border collie is safe after falling into a 10-foot-deep sinkhole Friday morning in Chiefland.
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.
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.
Orlando weather: Sunshine, comfortable weather in Central Florida this week
A beautiful week is expected in Central Florida, with sunshine and very nice temperatures.
A beautiful week is expected in Central Florida, with sunshine and very nice temperatures.
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.
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.