Father, daughter speak out after surviving lightning strike at spring training in Florida
Ashley and her father, John Moberg, were in the parking lot outside Steinbrenner Field when they saw a flash, heard a bang and the next moments became a blur.
Rising Florida drawbridge partially crushes pontoon boat, sending passengers scrambling
Frightening video showed the moment when a boat ended up getting partially crushed by a rising South Florida drawbridge, with some on board jumping into the water to avoid being caught in the machinery.
Bitcoin 2022 conference: Miami's cryptocurrency craze on full display
Thousands of crypto enthusiasts are gathering in Miami for Bitcoin 2022 as the city builds its reputation as one of the key locations to develop blockchain technology.
Florida teacher arrested, accused of playing loud music to disrupt student testing, police say
A Florida middle school teacher was arrested, accused of playing loud music with the intent to disrupt the Florida Standards Assessments (FSA) testing being conducted at the school.
7 accused of stealing over $60,000 worth of fuel from Circle K gas stations in Hillsborough County
The suspects are accused of stealing tens of thousands of dollars worth of gasoline across the Bay Area.
Father fatally shoots 9-year-old son, then himself at St. Pete apartment, police say
A St. Petersburg father shot and killed his young son before turning the gun on himself, police said Monday.
Status of drop-tower rides at major theme parks after teen's death in Orlando
While most of these attractions are not exactly the same as the tower ride in Orlando where a 14-year-old boy died, some parks have issued statements about their individual safety protocols.
‘Biden is supporting Russia’: Bizarre fight breaks out at Orlando airport
Two men have been detained at Orlando International Airport after a fight broke out Saturday, according to authorities.
Body of missing Florida mom Cassie Carli found in shallow grave, sheriff says
The body of Cassie Carli, a Florida mother who disappeared a week ago while trying to pick up her 4-year-old daughter from her ex-boyfriend, was discovered in a shallow grave Saturday night.
Florida hires forensic firm to investigate Tyre Sampson death from Orlando FreeFall ride
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried promised a “complete and thorough investigation” into how a 14-year-old teenager fell from the Orlando FreeFall drop tower last week at ICON Park.
For sale: Off-the-grid island home tucked inside a Florida state park
The home, listed for a mere $3.5 million, is over 6,000 square feet and comes with its own private dock so you can park your boat.
Gabby Petito case: Laundrie family attorney files motion to dismiss lawsuit from victim's parents
Laundrie family attorney Steven Bertolino has filed a motion asking a Florida judge to dismiss a civil lawsuit from the parents of Gabby Petito, arguing that there are no facts to support their claims of "intentional infliction of emotional distress." Rather, he argued that Chris and Roberta Laundrie were exercising their right to remain silent.
Orlando FreeFall ride death: Video shows Tyre Sampson in seat moments before falling
Tyre Sampson,14, reportedly fell out of his seat, but the harness was still in a down and locked position when the ride stopped, according to a report.
Alligator seen swimming with football in mouth in Florida
The image sparked some debate between viewers on whether the gator was trying to eat it – or practicing its football skills.
Orlando FreeFall rider death: Operations manual shows boy exceeded attraction's weight limits
The operations manual for Orlando FreeFall, the drop tower ride at ICON Park where a 14-year-old boy died last week after he seemingly fell out of the ride's restraints, indicates that the boy exceeded the ride's weight restrictions.
Gov. DeSantis signs bill prohibiting gender identity, sexual orientation instruction in grades K-3
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed the "Parental Rights in Education Act" into law during a visit to Classical Preparatory School in Spring Hill. The bill bars instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity for young public-school students.
Family of teen who fell from ride at Orlando's ICON Park want it closed for good
The family of 14-year-old Tyre Sampson have hired attorneys after the boy fell to his death from the Orlando Free Fall ride on Thursday night.
How teen fell off ride at Orlando's ICON Park: Deputies, state inspectors investigate causes
The frantic moments after a 14-year-old boy fell to his death from the Orlando Free Fall ride at ICON Park late Thursday night were all caught on camera.
Father of teen who fell from ride wants answers: 'This should never happen'
A father wants to know why his son died on a ride. Yarnell Sampson said his 14-year-old son, Tyre, was visiting Orlando from St. Louis through a football program. He just wanted the kids to have fun and never expected this tragedy to occur.
Teen falls from Florida ride: Video shows moments leading up to deadly plunge
Witnesses say a 14-year-old boy fell from the Orlando Free Fall ride, which stands at 430 feet. It is the world’s tallest freestanding drop tower.