Coast Guard rescues boater near Sunshine Skyway bridge
A Florida boater was rescued by the Coast Guard Station St. Petersburg boat crew on Saturday morning. Officials said the man's 15-foot vessel capsized in the vicinity of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
Orlando man charged after fleeing, driving at trooper
An Orlando man is in jail facing a list of charges after troopers say he led them on a chase and used his car as a weapon. Troopers said the man ran away from them twice, and they were forced to shoot at him before he was then arrested. The man was not injured.
Titusville man arrested for attempted murder in overnight shooting
One person was injured following an early morning shooting Saturday in the Titusville area. The suspect in the shooting, 33-year-old Calvin L. Woodson, has been arrested. Woodson is facing multiple charges and is being held with no bond.
Woman struck, killed in Osceola County overnight crash
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) says a woman running across the street when she shouldn't have been died after she was hit by a car in the early hours of Saturday morning in Osceola County. Officials said it happened overnight on Orange Blossom Trail near The Oaks Boulevard.
Eustis community honors Monica Islam with vigil
Monica Islam was reported missing on May 2 in Eustis. Police said she walked out of the gas station on South Bay Street around 6:15 a.m. Islam was with her daughter in the store before she left. That was the last time Rimi saw her mother alive. Islam's body was found miles away in Mount Dora on Scenic Hill Drive. Lake County deputies said Islam was shot to death and was targeted.
Fans brave heat as Rock the Country festival kicks off in Ocala
Thousands of country music fans gathered in Ocala for the Rock the Country festival, staying cool under the heat and bracing for potential storms expected Saturday.
Orlando sets tourism record with over 75 million visitors in 2024
Orlando welcomed more than 75 million visitors in 2024, setting a new tourism record, according to figures released Thursday by Visit Orlando.
Florida woman accused of impersonating police officer
Alexis Rosati, 41, was arrested in Volusia County after allegedly impersonating a police officer during a parking dispute at a Walmart in Port Orange.
6 malnourished horses found in Polk County, 1 dies
A Polk County man is behind bars after deputies said he neglected six horses, all of which were found severely malnourished on his property.
Florida teens arrested for brutal beating of man
Four Florida teens were recently arrested after deputies say they brutally beat a man who suffered serious injuries to his face, including a broken nose, broken jaw, multiple lacerations and swelling.
Thornton Park hosting two-week celebration for Lulu the Cat
One Central Florida organization is hosting a two-week celebration in honor of Thornton Park’s beloved mayor — Lulu the Cat! The celebration will include a multitude of fun activities, and the funds raised will all go towards helping save local cats.
Palm Coast mayor sues city amid council infighting over appointment
Political tensions in Palm Coast have escalated after Mayor Mike Norris filed a lawsuit against the city, alleging a council member is unlawfully holding office and accusing the City Council of violating the city charter.
Florida budget talks stall as House Speaker warns of extended session
Florida lawmakers may be headed for overtime as budget negotiations between the House and Senate hit a roadblock, with House Speaker Paul Renner warning Thursday that an extension of the legislative session may itself be extended.
Boy, 4, with autism drowns after wandering from home
A 4-year-old boy with autism was found dead in a pond near a Rockledge apartment complex Thursday morning, less than an hour after his mother called 911 to report him missing, authorities said.
Florida bank robbery ends in shooting
A recently released felon was shot by Ocala police after robbing a TD Bank and leading a high-speed chase. Randall Williford allegedly kidnapped a bank teller before fleeing with $7,000. The truck crashed and police opened fire when Williford exited with a gun; he was struck in the wrist. Williford had recently completed a 10-year prison sentence for a previous bank robbery, authorities said.
4 Polk County teens arrested after brutal beating
Four Florida teens were recently arrested after deputies say they brutally beat a man who suffered serious injuries to his face, including a broken nose, broken jaw, multiple lacerations and swelling. The teens told investigators the man was "bothering" a friend who has autism moments before the beating. Deputies said the victim is currently recovering in intensive care at the hospital.
Chicago mass of Thanksgiving for election of Pope Leo XIV
Chicago's cathedral held a Mass of Thanksgiving to celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV on Friday morning.
DeSantis, officials speak on Florida property tax relief
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke on Friday morning at Gators BBQ in Jacksonville, Florida. The roundtable discussion covered the need for property tax relief in the state. DeSantis had other officials join him and speak during the event.
Gov. DeSantis speaks on Florida property tax relief
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke on Friday morning at Gators BBQ in Jacksonville, Florida. The roundtable discussion covered the need for property tax relief in the state. DeSantis had other officials join him and speak during the event.
Pope Leo XIV's first mass in the Sistine Chapel
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, celebrated his first mass in the Sistine Chapel on Friday morning.