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Florida: 71-year-old fisherman killed by 12-foot alligator at Lake Apopka
A peaceful afternoon at the lake turned tragic after a massive alligator attacked a local man on the shoreline.
Ramsey Thomas Lyons: Publix stabbing suspect was released early from court
A Florida man allegedly attacked a shopper just months after a mental health court ended his probation for a previous assault.
Florida ICU Nurse Accused of Stealing Fentanyl From Critically Ill Patient
A hospital nurse was caught red-handed after a family member with medical experience noticed something suspicious with a patient's IV.
Hurricane Isaias batters Florida as power grid faces major outages
The Category 2 storm hit the Panhandle like a freight train, leaving hundreds of thousands in the dark as officials urge residents to stay off the roads.
Hurricane Isaias hits Florida as US Gulf Coast braces for impact
The category 2 storm has brought life-threatening flooding and massive power outages, with officials urging residents to prioritize safety over viral content.
Hurricane Isaias: U.S. Gulf Coast braces for major category 2 storm
States are declaring emergencies as the late-season hurricane brings life-threatening storm surges and severe wind warnings to the region.
Florida mother makes tragic discovery after finding children killed
A Florida mom arrived to pick up her children only to find them and their father dead in a suspected murder-suicide.
William Thompson: Florida death row inmate spared execution after dementia diagnosis
After 50 years on death row, the 74-year-old inmate's execution was called off as his health declined.
Tampa dog walks into police station after getting lost from home
A German shepherd showed up at a police station and became an unofficial 'K-9 recruit' before reuniting with its owner.
Hurricane Isaias: Millions on alert as Gulf Coast prepares for impact
The season's first hurricane is barrelling toward the U.S. coast, bringing dangerous storm surges, heavy flooding, and mandatory evacuations.
Miami International Airport: Man busted smuggling 10 live birds in his pants
A traveler arriving from Cuba tried to sneak a feathered flight crew through customs, and let's just say the vibes were absolutely off.
Donald Trump pitches his Florida golf course as a new presidential retreat
The President says the Secret Service and military suggested his West Palm Beach club as a modern alternative to Camp David.
Tropical Storm Isaias set to become first hurricane of 2026
After a super quiet season, the storm is gearing up to hit the U.S. Gulf Coast by this weekend.
Gulf Coast hurricane watch: Tropical Depression Nine is on the move
A new tropical system is heating up in the Gulf of Mexico, and it’s lowkey giving hurricane vibes for the upcoming weekend.
Florida archaeology mystery: Tampa Bay pottery origins solved
A century-old puzzle about how Mississippian-style pottery ended up in Florida has finally been decoded by researchers.
Hooters Closes Last Florida Location Amid Bankruptcy Shake-Up
The iconic chain shutters its final Jacksonville restaurant after 40 years, reflecting broader cuts post-bankruptcy.
Florida school bus crash in Winter Haven leaves two dead
A 10th-grade student and another driver died after a three-vehicle collision caused a school bus to flip in central Florida.
Mark Stephen Asea: Florida TikTok creator arrested for alleged hacking
A self-proclaimed 'demonologist' and hacker is back in jail after allegedly doxxing women and tracking their personal data online.
Florida shooting: Tampa man won't be charged in teen's death
The resident who shot 15-year-old Heitor Amaral claimed self-defense after a confrontation over a lost cellphone.
Eddie Duran acquitted: Florida jury finds deputy not guilty in fatal shooting
The jury took just two hours to clear the deputy who killed US airman Roger Fortson during an unfounded domestic disturbance call.
College football Week 5: Alabama and Florida face high-stakes upset alerts
The easy part of the schedule is officially over, and road games are about to test which top contenders are actually the main character of this season.
Florida teen hit by truck while filming haircut stunt for TikTok
An 18-year-old is in serious condition after a late-night social media stunt in Ocala went horribly wrong.
Florida executes 77-year-old inmate in 16th state killing this year
Curtis Wilkie Beasley was put to death for a 1995 murder, marking the seventh prisoner over 70 executed in Florida this year.
Florida mom arrested after leaving four kids home alone for cruise
A judge was left speechless after the 29-year-old allegedly ditched her kids, including an infant, to party on a three-night Bahamas trip.
Alexander Harrington: Intuitive healer charged with murder of mother in Florida
The 50-year-old allegedly confessed to killing his 77-year-old mother inside their gated Delray Beach home.
Fort Lauderdale Airbnb guest shoots home invader during robbery
An Airbnb renter defended their home in Florida after two armed suspects forced their way inside, leaving one teen hospitalized.
Florida man arrested for DUI while allegedly drinking rum and using cocaine
A 76-year-old was pulled over in Polk County just four months after a previous DUI arrest, and the situation is lowkey a mess.
Palm Beach County pauses AI data center builds over local concerns
Even in President Trump's home turf, locals are hitting the brakes on massive AI infrastructure due to noise, energy costs, and environmental fears.
Village Inn franchise files for bankruptcy amid mounting debt
A Florida operator is navigating Chapter 11 as rising costs and hurricane damage hit the bottom line.
Publix sued after E. coli-linked blueberries allegedly cause death
A Florida family is holding the grocery giant accountable after a batch of organic frozen blueberries led to a fatal E. coli outbreak.
Angie Nixon pushes back on DSA membership attacks in Senate race
The Florida Democrat says her focus is on policy, not labels, as Republicans ramp up the rhetoric ahead of the general election.
Florida man arrested after wielding sword in home burglary
A Gainesville suspect is facing serious charges after allegedly forcing a resident out of their home at sword-point.
Florida couple survives 'miraculous' lightning strike during date night
After a bolt of lightning stopped their hearts, a quick-thinking group of strangers saved the day.
Florida teacher in hot water over 'cancel culture' allegations
An elite school educator is under fire after a student alleged she targeted his conservative views and harassed him in class.
Byron Donalds is scrubbing Trump from his site, but claims it's just business
The Florida governor candidate says he’s focusing on affordability as references to the president disappear from his campaign page.
Tomasz Kosowski: Florida surgeon found guilty of murdering attorney
After a gruesome trial where he represented himself, a plastic surgeon has been convicted of killing an attorney over a long-standing legal dispute.