Florida man riding e-bike arrested for DUI after refusing sobriety tests, police say
An e-bike rider is facing a Driver Under the Influence charge after officers said he showed signs of intoxication when he fell off his bike and refused sobriety testing.
An e-bike rider is facing a Driver Under the Influence charge after officers said he showed signs of intoxication when he fell off his bike and refused sobriety testing.
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.
James Van Der Beek dies following battle with colon cancer
James Van Der Beek, a television star known for “Dawson’s Creek" and “Varsity Blues," has died at 48 following health struggles.
James Van Der Beek, a television star known for “Dawson’s Creek" and “Varsity Blues," has died at 48 following health struggles.
Active law enforcement activity near South Daytona Elementary: How this affects school dismissal
Streets near South Daytona Elementary School are currently shut down due to an active law enforcement presence, Wednesday afternoon.
Streets near South Daytona Elementary School are currently shut down due to an active law enforcement presence, Wednesday afternoon.
Ocoee hazmat crews find smoldering battery in trailer truck
Fire crews responded to a hazmat 3 situation in Ocoee, finding a smoldering lithium-ion battery inside a trailer truck.
Fire crews responded to a hazmat 3 situation in Ocoee, finding a smoldering lithium-ion battery inside a trailer truck.
Love is on the menu: Valentine’s Day 2026 food deals
There are lots of ways to celebrate Valentine's Day on February 14. Several sit-downs, fast-casual, and fast-food restaurants are offering food deals.
There are lots of ways to celebrate Valentine's Day on February 14. Several sit-downs, fast-casual, and fast-food restaurants are offering food deals.
Driver crashes into patrol car, leads deputies on chase in Osceola County, FHP says
Deputies are looking for a driver who fled the scene after crashing into a patrol car in Osceola County on Wednesday.
Deputies are looking for a driver who fled the scene after crashing into a patrol car in Osceola County on Wednesday.
ICE faces oversight concerns after recent series of agent arrests, analysis finds
An examination of public records reveals that multiple ICE workers and contractors have been charged with crimes since 2020.
An examination of public records reveals that multiple ICE workers and contractors have been charged with crimes since 2020.
Ocala Police update: Mom, daughter shot, killed inside condo | Full press conference
Ocala Police Chief Mike Balken shares on update on the shooting deaths of a mom and daughter. The shooting happened on Tuesday night at the Marion Springs Condominiums. Police responded after neighbors reported hearing gunshots. Police found a 4-year-old girl and her 34-year-old mom dead inside the unit. Police said the woman's estranged husband, identified as Ralph Bacon, 38, left the unit after the shooting and was later pulled over by Georgia authorities on I-97, 7 miles from the Florida state line. Police said Bacon was dead inside the vehicle.
Ocala Police Chief Mike Balken shares on update on the shooting deaths of a mom and daughter. The shooting happened on Tuesday night at the Marion Springs Condominiums. Police responded after neighbors reported hearing gunshots. Police found a 4-year-old girl and her 34-year-old mom dead inside the unit. Police said the woman's estranged husband, identified as Ralph Bacon, 38, left the unit after the shooting and was later pulled over by Georgia authorities on I-97, 7 miles from the Florida state line. Police said Bacon was dead inside the vehicle.
Police look for owner of severely malnourished dog in New Smyrna Beach
Police are investigating an animal cruelty case after discovering a severely malnourished dog in New Smyrna Beach.
Police are investigating an animal cruelty case after discovering a severely malnourished dog in New Smyrna Beach.
Ocala double homicide: Mom and daughter, 4, found dead; Police chase suspect across state line
A cross-state manhunt for a man suspected of killing a mother and daughter in Ocala ended in Georgia yesterday when the suspect was found dead following a police pursuit.
A cross-state manhunt for a man suspected of killing a mother and daughter in Ocala ended in Georgia yesterday when the suspect was found dead following a police pursuit.
January jobs report shows US added 130K jobs exceeding economists expectations
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Wednesday shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, above the expectations of economists.
The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Wednesday shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, above the expectations of economists.
Daytona 500 sold out: What to know, other ticket options
Grandstand and camping tickets for the Daytona 500 have sold out, Daytona International Speedway officials announced Wednesday.
Grandstand and camping tickets for the Daytona 500 have sold out, Daytona International Speedway officials announced Wednesday.
El Paso flights resume, Trump official says cartel drones breached airspace
Temporary flight restrictions to El Paso International Airport have been lifted by the Federal Aviation Administration and all flights will resume as normal.
Temporary flight restrictions to El Paso International Airport have been lifted by the Federal Aviation Administration and all flights will resume as normal.
Both Disney World water parks will be open this summer
For the second time since the pandemic, both Disney World water parks—Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach—will be open at the same time.
For the second time since the pandemic, both Disney World water parks—Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach—will be open at the same time.
Convicted murderer may get chance to walk free, thanks to error by judge, court rules
A Florida appeals court has overturned the murder conviction of a Daytona Beach man, giving him a chance to walk free or face a new trial and forcing the victim’s family to relive a killing they believed was finally resolved.
A Florida appeals court has overturned the murder conviction of a Daytona Beach man, giving him a chance to walk free or face a new trial and forcing the victim’s family to relive a killing they believed was finally resolved.
Manatee rescued from storm drain recovers at SeaWorld Orlando: Could this have been prevented?
A manatee rescued from a storm drain in Melbourne Beach is recovering at SeaWorld Orlando, where veterinarians say the animal is showing signs of improvement after spending days trapped underground.
A manatee rescued from a storm drain in Melbourne Beach is recovering at SeaWorld Orlando, where veterinarians say the animal is showing signs of improvement after spending days trapped underground.
Speedweeks kicks off with NASCAR hauler parade in Daytona Beach
Speedweeks officially began as the towering NASCAR haulers rolled into Daytona Beach for the annual hauler parade, signaling the start of race week ahead of the Daytona 500.
Speedweeks officially began as the towering NASCAR haulers rolled into Daytona Beach for the annual hauler parade, signaling the start of race week ahead of the Daytona 500.
Nancy Guthrie case: Body language expert decodes armed suspect's 'calculated' stillness
While the video footage recovered at Nancy Guthrie's home is chilling, it is the calculated stillness of the suspect that has investigators on edge.
While the video footage recovered at Nancy Guthrie's home is chilling, it is the calculated stillness of the suspect that has investigators on edge.
'Deleted' doesn’t mean destroyed: FBI recovers 'inaccessible' surveillance video from backend servers
Home surveillance cameras without active cloud plans still transmit "heartbeat" signals and low-resolution thumbnails to servers to maintain device health and readiness.
Home surveillance cameras without active cloud plans still transmit "heartbeat" signals and low-resolution thumbnails to servers to maintain device health and readiness.