Man dies jumping off boat trying to catch football in Florida Keys
Authorities say a California man has died after he dove off a pontoon boat into shallow waters while trying to catch a football in the Florida Keys.
Winter the dolphin dies, leaving legacy of perseverance and inspiration
Winter the dolphin has passed away at the age of 16, after years of inspiring others who have prosthetic limbs like her. Clearwater Marine Aquarium officials say she'd been battling a gastrointestinal infection.
Winter the dolphin in critical condition after infection worsens, Clearwater Marine Aquarium says
The Clearwater Marine Aquarium says Winter the dolphin is in critical condition during an ongoing battle against an infection.
Rescue of stolen French Bulldog 'Bugsy' leads to underground 'puppy chop shop': deputies
“When detectives started investigating the robbery of a French Bulldog named Bugsy – ripped away from his owner at gunpoint off Hiawassee Road in March – they had no idea it would lead them into a dark, disturbing world of dog trafficking and puppy ‘Chop Shops.’"
Daytona Beach woman gifts sheriff's office over $32,000 for K-9 bulletproof vests, training
A Daytona Beach resident with a soft spot for K-9s gave a very generous gift to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.
Beer can links Florida man to 1996 cold case murder, detectives say
Orange County deputies arrested Kenneth Robert Stough Jr., who is accused of murdering a convenience store manager back in 1996.
Deputies: Florida parents charged after 2-year-old dies of fentanyl overdose
Deputies said that the parents were arrested on Tuesday for Aggravated Manslaughter of a Child in connection with the death of their daughter.
Florida man fleeing from deputies jumps off bridge into river in unsuccessful escape attempt
A suspect fleeing a traffic stop dove off a bridge and into a river in an attempt to get away from Florida deputies.
'Thank God I’m alive': Pickup truck crashes 'completely inside' Florida home
A pickup truck crashed into a home in Jupiter, Florida, leaving behind major damage and sending one to the hospital. The resident said she’s lucky to be alive.
Florida man faces daily fines for massive 'Let's Go Brandon' sign and pro-Trump sign: 'That's free speech'
A Florida homeowner is facing daily fines after hanging massive political banners supporting former President Donald Trump from his home, including one reading, "Let’s Go Brandon."
Florida files lawsuit against Biden administration to challenge vaccine mandate for federal contractors
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that the state has filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration to challenge the COVID-19 vaccine mandate for federal contractors.
Polk sheriff: Guatemalan man, in U.S. illegally, killed 5-year-old in DUI crash
Polk County deputies arrested a man who, they say, was illegally in the U.S. and fled from a crash that killed a 5-year-old girl.
Notebook found near Brian Laundrie's remains 'may be salvageable,' North Port police say
Brian Laundrie's notebook and backpack were discovered near his remains, and though the area had previously been underwater, investigators say the notebook could provide answers about Laundrie's final days.
DeSantis: We are actively recruiting out-of-state police officers out of job due to vaccine mandates
The Republican governor slammed the 'unconstitutional' mandates.
Police: Clearwater man planned to kidnap young girl, throw her in trunk
Clearwater police said 26-year-old Jacob Holman was planning to kidnap a young girl and had begun collecting items on a list, including a condom, duct tape, a shovel, and gloves. Also on this list was written out "snatch up lil girl" and "throw in trunk."
'RIP Gabby': Bradenton farm creates corn maze tribute to Gabby Petito
Hunsader Farms in Bradenton revealed their 2021 corn maze, showing an aerial view where "RIP Gabby" was spelled out, along with a cross and a heart: "With this being so close to home and heavy on our hearts, we wanted to pay tribute to Gabby and her family."
Gabby Petito: Timeline of disappearance, death and Brian Laundrie search
Gabby Petito, 22, vanished after going on a cross-country trip with her boyfriend in a converted camper van. Here is a timeline of her disappearance, death and the developments in the case.
Brian Laundrie: Remains found in Florida park are his, FBI says
The body that was found Wednesday belonged to Brian Laundrie, the only person of interest in the Gabby Petito case, officials say.
George Zimmerman's former lawyer accused of witness tampering in rape case
Hal Uhrig, an attorney who briefly represented George Zimmerman in the Trayvon Martin case, is accused of witness tampering in a juvenile rape case.
Brian Laundrie’s former co-worker remembers him as ‘chameleon’ and ‘weirdo’ who sometimes lost temper
Brian Laundrie's former co-worker said he had the personality of a "chameleon" who sometimes lost his temper. Though he never witnessed Laundrie being abusive to his now-deceased fiancée, Gabby Petito, he said Laundrie did appear to get jealous and possessive if he spotted her talking to other guys.