Officials: Gopher tortoise found with foam insulation sprayed on it
A Gopher tortoise was found in DeLand, Florida, sprayed with what appeared to be foam insulation all over its head and neck. The good news here, the tortoise was brought to the Marine Science Center where it was cleaned up, and released back into the wild. The question is, who did this? Witnesses reported two kids sprayed the tortoise. The FWC said it was aware of the report and investigating.
A Gopher tortoise was found in DeLand, Florida, sprayed with what appeared to be foam insulation all over its head and neck. The good news here, the tortoise was brought to the Marine Science Center where it was cleaned up, and released back into the wild. The question is, who did this? Witnesses reported two kids sprayed the tortoise. The FWC said it was aware of the report and investigating.
People in Umatilla voluntarily evacuate homes amid wildfire threat
Wildfires across Central and North Florida prompted a state of emergency in Alachua County on Monday, as dry, windy conditions fueled multiple ակտիվ blazes and disrupted travel. One brush fire in Umatilla had burned about 120 acres and was roughly 70% contained.
Wildfires across Central and North Florida prompted a state of emergency in Alachua County on Monday, as dry, windy conditions fueled multiple ակտիվ blazes and disrupted travel. One brush fire in Umatilla had burned about 120 acres and was roughly 70% contained.
What's banned under new Florida SNAP rules?
Those who receive SNAP benefits in Florida cannot use those funds to buy soda, candy, cookies or snack desserts, or energy drinks. Those changes went in effect on April 20, part of a 2-year pilot program. Florida said the goal is to provide more nutritious and healthier foods to the state's low-income families.
Those who receive SNAP benefits in Florida cannot use those funds to buy soda, candy, cookies or snack desserts, or energy drinks. Those changes went in effect on April 20, part of a 2-year pilot program. Florida said the goal is to provide more nutritious and healthier foods to the state's low-income families.
Trial date set for teen accused in deadly Orlando Halloween shooting
A new trial date has been scheduled for a teenager accused of killing two people during a Halloween block party in Orlando in 2024. The case had been delayed earlier this year but is now moving forward after a judge reviewed key filings.
A new trial date has been scheduled for a teenager accused of killing two people during a Halloween block party in Orlando in 2024. The case had been delayed earlier this year but is now moving forward after a judge reviewed key filings.
Wildfires disrupt travel, strand train passengers in Florida
Wildfires burning across North and Central Florida are disrupting travel and prompting emergency declarations, as officials warn conditions could worsen. The fires have already halted train service and left hundreds of passengers stranded for hours. The fires forced Amtrak to halt some routes, including Train 98, the Silver Meteor, which runs from Miami to New York City.
Wildfires burning across North and Central Florida are disrupting travel and prompting emergency declarations, as officials warn conditions could worsen. The fires have already halted train service and left hundreds of passengers stranded for hours. The fires forced Amtrak to halt some routes, including Train 98, the Silver Meteor, which runs from Miami to New York City.
FAA grounds Blue Origin after satellite orbit failure
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a failed satellite deployment following a Blue Origin New Glenn launch from Florida’s Space Coast. While the rocket launched and landed successfully, the mission fell short of its primary objective, raising concerns across the commercial space industry.
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a failed satellite deployment following a Blue Origin New Glenn launch from Florida’s Space Coast. While the rocket launched and landed successfully, the mission fell short of its primary objective, raising concerns across the commercial space industry.
North Carolina shooting: 2 dead after planned fight escalates
Two people are dead after a planned fight near a North Carolina middle school escalated “significantly" and led to multiple people exchanging gunfire, local police said.
Two people are dead after a planned fight near a North Carolina middle school escalated “significantly" and led to multiple people exchanging gunfire, local police said.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla visiting US next week to mark America's 250th birthday - See itinerary
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will visit the United States next week to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence. Buckingham Palace says the four-day trip will take the royal couple to Washington, D.C., New York, and Virginia.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will visit the United States next week to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence. Buckingham Palace says the four-day trip will take the royal couple to Washington, D.C., New York, and Virginia.
Rat poison in baby food spurs recall in multiple European nations
Rat poison found in jars of baby food in Central Europe over the weekend prompted recalls across multiple countries.
Rat poison found in jars of baby food in Central Europe over the weekend prompted recalls across multiple countries.
FAA investigates Blue Origin over lost payload incident
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a failed satellite deployment following a Blue Origin New Glenn launch from Florida’s Space Coast. While the rocket launched and landed successfully, the mission fell short of its primary objective, raising concerns across the commercial space industry.
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a failed satellite deployment following a Blue Origin New Glenn launch from Florida’s Space Coast. While the rocket launched and landed successfully, the mission fell short of its primary objective, raising concerns across the commercial space industry.
FAA grounds Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket after satellite placed in wrong orbit, resulting in lost payload
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a failed satellite deployment following a Blue Origin New Glenn launch from Florida’s Space Coast.
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a failed satellite deployment following a Blue Origin New Glenn launch from Florida’s Space Coast.
Here's where gas prices have increased the most in US
Gas prices are spiking nationwide, with sharp increases hitting every state over the past year. New data reveals where drivers are feeling the biggest jumps.
Gas prices are spiking nationwide, with sharp increases hitting every state over the past year. New data reveals where drivers are feeling the biggest jumps.
Man, 75, drowns in Volusia County after leg gets caught in rope, deputies say
A 75-year-old man drowned Saturday morning after getting caught in a rope while preparing his boat for the day, the Volusia Sheriff's Office said.
A 75-year-old man drowned Saturday morning after getting caught in a rope while preparing his boat for the day, the Volusia Sheriff's Office said.
Trump looks to settle $10 billion lawsuit with IRS - What it means for you?
President Donald Trump and the Internal Revenue Service are in talks to settle a $10 billion lawsuit over his leaked tax returns to the media.
President Donald Trump and the Internal Revenue Service are in talks to settle a $10 billion lawsuit over his leaked tax returns to the media.
America 250: US Postal Service releases 'Figures of the American Revolution' forever stamps
Last July, the United States Postal Service (USPS) started a yearlong celebration to honor 250 years of serving the American public and America’s independence. As part of the celebration, USPS has released "Figures of the American Revolution" forever stamps.
Last July, the United States Postal Service (USPS) started a yearlong celebration to honor 250 years of serving the American public and America’s independence. As part of the celebration, USPS has released "Figures of the American Revolution" forever stamps.
Iran latest: Trump says US 'highly unlikely' to renew two-week ceasefire
With just days to go before the ceasefire is set to expire, President Trump says the U.S. is "highly unlikely" to renew, as talk of another round of negotiations continue.
With just days to go before the ceasefire is set to expire, President Trump says the U.S. is "highly unlikely" to renew, as talk of another round of negotiations continue.
Shreveport, Louisiana shooting: Timeline of events
Officials and relatives say a man killed eight children and shot two women in two homes in Shreveport, Louisiana. The violence early Sunday was one of the nation’s deadliest recent mass shootings.
Officials and relatives say a man killed eight children and shot two women in two homes in Shreveport, Louisiana. The violence early Sunday was one of the nation’s deadliest recent mass shootings.
Canadian PM calls Canada’s economic ties with US a 'weakness' that must change
In a video address, Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered an assessment of Canada’s economic relationship with the United States, warning that ties have shifted from a strategic advantage to a "weakness."
In a video address, Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered an assessment of Canada’s economic relationship with the United States, warning that ties have shifted from a strategic advantage to a "weakness."
Shreveport, Louisiana survivors escaped via the roof and called 911: police
Some of those who survived a mass domestic violence incident in Shreveport, Louisiana, escaped via the roof and called 911, police said.
Some of those who survived a mass domestic violence incident in Shreveport, Louisiana, escaped via the roof and called 911, police said.
Amtrak cancels Florida stops over brush fires: What we know
Two large brush fires burning near the Clay County-Putnam County line in northern Florida have forced Amtrak to cancel or modify several of its train routes or stops in Florida.
Two large brush fires burning near the Clay County-Putnam County line in northern Florida have forced Amtrak to cancel or modify several of its train routes or stops in Florida.