Disney World to reopen Typhoon Lagoon Water Park after being closed for nearly 2 years
Disney World in Florida announced that after being closed due to COVID-19, it will be reopening one of its popular water parks.
Florida police search for hit-and-run driver who killed 2 children, injured 4 others
Police are on the hunt for a hit-and-run driver who drove onto a sidewalk to pass a bus and crashed into six children, killing two of them and leaving four with severe injuries. He then fled the scene. They've found the car but the driver is still on the run. Investigators said the little girls killed were just 5 and 6 years old.
Allegiant planes collide on tarmac at Punta Gorda airport, no injures reported
A company spokesperson said the pilot backed into an empty, parked plane which damaged the auxiliary power unit on the wing.
15-year-old boy dies after falling overboard from cruise ship returning to Miami
A 15-year-old boy died after falling overboard a cruise ship returning to Miami from a 5-night trip to the Caribbean and Bahamas.
Florida woman, Georgia man fly 12-year-old Texas girl out of state for sex, police say
A Florida woman and Georgia man have been arrested after police said they flew a 12-year-old girl from Texas for sex.
FHP: Children tried to save their mother from Pinellas gas station fire
The daughter and son of a woman who died in a gas station fire in Pinellas County tried to control the blaze when it occurred and save their mother, troopers revealed Thursday.
Army veteran wore a wire, risked his life for 10 years to expose Florida's KKK
For nearly 10 years, U.S. Army veteran Joseph Moore lived a double life -- attending secret meetings and participating in cross burnings while donning a white robe and hood with the Ku Klux Klan in north Florida. But he also wore something else: a wire for the FBI. He helped foil at least two murder plots and exposed Klan members working as law enforcement officers throughout Florida. And his efforts nearly got him killed.
Tampa police: Porsche driver punched teen girl after she accidentally cut him off
A teen driver was punched in the face by a Tampa man after she accidentally cut him off while he was driving his Porsche, police said. The 16-year-old was able to describe his vehicle -- a black and white convertible with "911" printed on the side.
Bodycam video shows 12-year-old student being handcuffed after shoving deputy
A Manatee County mother wants to know why a deputy used handcuffs instead of de-escalation tactics when her daughter became uncooperative at school.
56 years later, Vietnam War veteran gets to thank the man who saved him
Two Marines were among many who bravely fought in the Vietnam War's first bloody battle. One was severely injured; the other saved his life. Now, more than 50 years later, the injured veteran from Ruskin finally got his chance to say 'thank you.'
Massive brawl breaks out at Miami airport, suspects nabbed after biting cop's head
Two suspects were arrested and charged in the case
Florida man sentenced to more than 5 years in prison for role in Capitol riot
A Largo man who pleaded guilty to participating in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol has been sentenced to 63 months in prison. It's the longest prison sentence yet for a participant in the insurrection.
18-year-old suspect strangled, stomped on Polk deputy's head after threatening to kill him, officials say
A Polk County man is accused of threatening to kill a deputy before an altercation occurred where he stomped on the deputy's head several times and strangled him.
Lakeland homeowner shoots, critically injures intruder who broke into his house, Polk deputies say
Polk deputies said the suspect threw a flower pot through the glass back door and forced his way into the house. That's when the homeowner shot him three times.
Sheriff: Florida woman poisoned boyfriend to 'shut him up,' then called deputies 'so he wouldn't die'
The Florida woman allegedly admitted to poisoning her boyfriend, telling deputies, “I gave him just enough to shut him up and called y'all so he wouldn't die." As they arrested her, she continued, "Do whatever you want. If you don't take me, I will kill him."
Dazzling, 5-acres of Christmas decorations light up Florida home
The display has been part of “Robert Moore’s 5 Acres Of Christmas Lights."
Acting as own attorney, Tampa rape suspect tries to blame teenage girl
A Tampa man accused of raping a teenager over two years ago claimed he was the real victim, but jurors did not buy Reco Johnson’s claims.
Tunnel to Towers to build, donate entire village for families of fallen veterans and first responders
Construction is now underway on a first-of-its-kind neighborhood that'll be home to families of injured service members, families of fallen first responders killed in the line of duty and gold star families. It's all thanks to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
Florida Democrats plot for 2022 as GOP voting numbers grow
In Florida, for the first time in modern history, registered Republican voters outnumber Democrats. Gov. Ron DeSantis is heading into a reelection campaign buoyed by a national profile and a cash reserve unmatched by any Democratic challenger.
Drugged geese drown, landing Florida homeowners association in hot water
Ten geese drowned in a South Florida lake after a homeowners association's attempt to trap, sedate and euthanize them went horribly awry.