Woman dies days after being rescued from flipped over SUV partially submerged in water
A woman who was pulled from an SUV that had flipped over and rolled in a water-filled ditch has died, despite efforts by Florida first responders and witnesses to save her.
'He opened that window. It's gone now!': Truck sinks at Florida boat ramp
Things did not go well for a Florida boater after a pick-up truck used to release a boat slipped into the water at a Port Canaveral access ramp.
Ex-Disney workers sue over COVID-19 face mask and vaccine mandates, claiming religious discrimination
Three former employees have sued Walt Disney World, saying they were fired after refusing to wear face masks and get the COVID-19 vaccine due to religious reasons, according to a lawsuit.
Florida teen attacked by shark takes first steps after having leg amputated, family says
A Florida teenager who fought off a shark that attacked her in Taylor County had to have her leg amputated in the days that followed. On Thursday, Addison Bethea, 17, took her first steps since the procedure.
Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe assassinated while giving speech
Shinzo Abe, who was Japan’s longest-serving leader when he resigned in 2020, was assassinated Friday by a gunman who opened fire on him from behind as he delivered a campaign speech.
Lake County firefighter diagnosed with a brain tumor in the fight of his life
A Lake County firefighter is in the fight of his life and looking for help. On June 19, Blake Kocielko took the day off of work because he wasn’t feeling right. Later that day, he was rushed to the hospital.
Porkie’s BBQ runs out of food in fundraiser for injured Apopka Firefighter
The Apopka community is showing up for a firefighter in need in a big way. Porkie’s Original Barbeque held a fundraiser for Austin Duran, injured last week in an accident at the station. So many people showed up that they ran out of food – something that has never happened before, the owner said.
Florida Fentanyl Fight: Rash of overdoses rocking communities
State and local authorities are working “feverishly” to fight the distribution of fentanyl in Florida after a string of overdose deaths over the weekend rocked the rural community of Gadsden County.
75 years of the Roswell incident — pop culture’s favorite alien conspiracy theory
It all started with balloon debris. Or at least that’s what they want you to think. The 1947 “Roswell incident” marks its 75th anniversary this week, and few government conspiracies have sparked such a lasting legacy in pop culture. A new documentary looks back at the "flying disc" that started it all.
Notre Dame Cathedral to get expanded park, underground entryway
Officials in Paris have revealed the winning plans for a redesign of the area around Notre Dame Cathedral as work continues to rebuild the fire-damaged icon.
July's full Buck Moon will be brightest Supermoon of the year
The moon will appear full from July 12 to July 15.
Friends remember victim of deadly I-4 shooting
Friends of a man killed in a shooting incident along Interstate 4 spoke out for the first time. Their longtime friend, John Villafane, 53, was the passenger in a car when he was shot on I-4 Tuesday night.
Food supplies running low at some Central Florida shelters, food banks
More shelters are needing help to feed people in need. It's causing some of their food supply shelves to look bare.
Say Ciao, to the newest breed coming to the American Kennel Club: The bracco Italiano
The ancient Italian bird dog is the 200th member of the American Kennel Club’s roster of recognized breeds.
Why Chevrolet is offering partial refunds to Bolt owners
Chevy is lowering the price of its Bolt electric vehicles for the 2023 model year by thousands of dollars. So the automaker wants to do right by customers who bought a Bolt this year by offering a price adjustment. Find out if you qualify.
Invasive snails spotted in Pasco County may cause meningitis in humans, Florida officials warn
Officials are warning residents in one Florida county to beware of the invasive giant African land snail, which can carry a rare rat lungworm that has the potential to cause meningitis in humans.
Why the sky turned orange in the Twin Cities metro
After some dark skies and storms moved through Minnesota on Tuesday, you might have noticed an orangish tint in the sky.
Florida restaurant owner to fly into space on Blue Origin rocket
A seat on Blue Origin's space tourism flight is one of the most exclusive tickets in the world. A Central Florida restaurant owner just became one of the lucky few to book a trip onboard.
Lightning striking moving truck in St. Pete caught on camera
A Florida woman was trying to record video of the spectacular lightning strikes going across the sky over St. Petersburg July 1 when she captured a bolt that was way too close for comfort.
'She was fighting the shark': Mom of Florida teen attacked by shark describes terrifying ordeal
A Florida teenager is recovering in the hospital after a nasty shark attack in Taylor County. Addison Bethea, 17, was scalloping with her brother, Rhett, when she felt something tap her leg. Just seconds later, she was being pulled underwater.