Judge sets trial date for next May in Donald Trump's classified documents case in Florida

The May 20, 2024, trial date was set Friday by U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon. It is a compromise between a request from prosecutors to set the trial for this December.

Florida woman eats hamburger during traffic stop for suspected DUI: deputies

A Florida woman was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving after a late-night run to McDonald's, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.

Florida restaurant closes after 7 customers allege they tested positive for meth after eating there

A Japanese hibachi steakhouse in Florida permanently closed its doors after seven customers alleged they tested positive for methamphetamine hours after eating at the restaurant earlier this month.

Donald Trump's classified documents case set for first pretrial conference hearing

The former president and his codefendant and aide, Walt Nauta, have pleaded not guilty to a 38-count indictment that accuses them of conspiring to hide classified documents from Justice Department investigators.

Dozens of animals killed in fire at Alligator Wildlife Discovery Center in Madeira Beach: ‘It’s devastating’

The owner of the Alligator Wildlife Discovery Center in Madeira Beach is mourning the loss of nearly 40 animals after a fire tore through the facility at Johns Pass in Madeira Beach early Thursday morning. 

Larry Nassar stabbing: Suspect in prison fight said ex-doctor made lewd remark watching Wimbledon

A prisoner suspected of stabbing Larry Nassar at a federal penitentiary in Florida said the disgraced former sports doctor provoked the attack by making a lewd comment while they were watching a Wimbledon tennis match on TV, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press.

Trump valet pleads not guilty in classified documents case

Walt Nauta, who was charged alongside Donald Trump in June in a 38-count indictment alleging the mishandling of classified documents, was arraigned Thursday.

Video shows large shark swimming eerily close to people at Florida beach: 'That sucker came close!'

Swimmers at Navarre Beach in Florida got quite a surprise over the Fouth of July weekend when a large shark was swimming in the ocean alongside them. Video shows people quickly getting out of the water.

Florida man's hilarious reaction to poolside iguana sneaking up on him goes viral

A Florida man's high-pitched squeal to an unexpected visitor swimming in a pool with him has become a viral sensation on TikTok, capturing the attention of millions who thoroughly enjoyed his candid reaction.

Deputy acquitted of all charges for failing to act during deadly Parkland school shooting

A Florida sheriff’s deputy was acquitted Thursday of felony child neglect and other charges for failing to act during the 2018 Parkland school massacre, concluding the first trial in U.S. history of a law enforcement officer for conduct during an on-campus shooting.

Chimp who spent entire life inside indoor lab 'in awe' after seeing open sky for the first time

Save the Chimps, a privately funded sanctuary in Fort Pierce, on Florida’s east coast, released video showing Vanilla “awestruck as she beholds the open sky for the first time at her new island home," the group said.

Ron DeSantis roasts Gavin Newsom as California residents flee: 'People vote with their feet'

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis responded to California Governor Gavin Newsom’s attacks against him, saying the golden state is "hemorrhaging wealth" under the Democrat’s leadership.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis claims 'leftist policies' have ruined San Francisco

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis visited San Francisco on Tuesday as part of his presidential campaign and had terse words for the City. San Francisco Mayor London Breed said DeSantis is using the "oldest playbook in politics to get attention."

Florida community ordered to quarantine after giant invasive snail sighting

The U.S. Department of Agriculture considers the giant African snail to be destructive to many plants and can cause structural damage to certain building materials. The agency reports that the snail species was problematic in the Sunshine State during the 1960s and took nearly a decade to eradicate.