Mega Millions jackpot jumps to $940 million after no winner
The Mega Millions jackpot also comes with an estimated $483.5 million cash option for the next drawing.
Brevard County helicopter pilot temporarily blinded by green laser shot into cockpit; man arrested, police say
A helicopter pilot with the Brevard County Sheriff's Office was temporarily blinded over the weekend when someone flashed a laser into the cockpit multiple times - and had to hand over the controls to a tactical officer, the Brevard County Sheriff's Office said.
This Central Florida community deemed new 'lightning capital' of U.S., according to report
While Texas may have led the nation for total lightning strikes recorded in 2022, the Sunshine State is the clear winner when it comes to lightning strikes per square mile and one Florida community holds the new title of "lightning capital" of the United States.
Suspect in Idaho murders waives right to fight extradition
A criminology graduate student accused of the November slayings of four University of Idaho students agreed Tuesday to be extradited from Pennsylvania, where he was arrested last week, to face charges in Idaho.
Drivers use rock, paper, scissors to settle parking space dispute
A pair of Irish drivers settled their dispute over a parking space during Christmas week with an old-fashioned game of rock, paper, scissors.
Buffalo Bills' Damar Hamlin in 'critical condition' after collapse on field
The Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals game was suspended for the night after Bill's safety Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field following a tackle.
Jeremy Renner undergoes surgery after suffering injuries in snow plow accident
Jeremy Renner suffered blunt chest trauma and orthopedic injuries in a snow plow accident in Reno, Nevada, on Sunday, a representative for the actor said Monday, and remains in critical but stable condition after undergoing surgery.
Elon Musk becomes first person to lose $200 billion: report
Elon Musk previously held the title of the world's richest person.
Anita Pointer, sibling and singer in the Pointer Sisters, dies at 74
Anita Pointer, one of four sibling singers who earned pop success and critical acclaim as The Pointer Sisters, died Saturday at the age of 74,
New year celebrations around the world, time zone by time zone
The Pacific nation of Kiribati was the first country to greet the new year.
American Airlines worker killed in incident at Alabama airport
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of the deceased," Montgomery Regional Airport tweeted.
Organic eggs are cheaper than conventional ones, company's data shows
Cal-Maine Foods, Inc., a U.S. egg production company, said its data show the prices for conventional eggs have risen, making it cheaper to buy organic eggs.
The Wheel at ICON Park loses power, dozens of people rescued from ride, official says
The Wheel — famous ferris wheel — at Orlando's ICON Park lost power on Saturday — New Years Eve 2022. Crews 62 people who were stranded on the ride.
‘Impatient thief’ fumbles clothing heist, kicks store door and pushes employee
The “impatient thief” got away with hundreds of dollars of clothing — but not before fumbling his attempt to dash out of the store’s front door.
'I was protecting her': Florida bartender didn't know guy had gun, until he tackled him
A Florida bartender who hopped over a bar to tackle a man moments after he allegedly put a woman into a headlock and pointed a gun at her said he had no idea the suspect was armed.
Affidavit: Florida man grabbed Uber driver's throat and tried to steal his car
A man is potentially facing charges after he allegedly grabbed an Uber driver's throat during the ride, and then tried to unsuccessfully take his vehicle.
Mega Millions jackpot: 12 winning lottery tickets worth $10,000 or more sold in Florida
No one won the Mega Millions jackpot on Friday night, which means we all still have a chance at the next one. The next drawing will be held on Tuesday night – the first Mega Millions drawing of 2023 – and the jackpot will be worth an estimated $785 million.
Idaho murders: 'Diligent' planning would've been needed because of house's complex layout, ex-tenant says
Rob McQueen used to live in the Moscow, Idaho house.
Benedict XVI: Tributes pour in for pope emeritus as Vatican plans 'simple' funeral
For all his accomplishments and accolades, Benedict will forever be known as the first pope in 600 years to resign.
Mega Millions jackpot jumps again after no winners reported Friday
The Mega Millions jackpot has soared past $600 million just six other times in its more than 20-year history.