Florida reports four deaths from flesh-eating bacteria so far in 2025
Florida leads the nation in cases of Vibrio vulnificus — a rare but deadly flesh-eating bacteria that thrives in warm, brackish water.
Florida leads the nation in cases of Vibrio vulnificus — a rare but deadly flesh-eating bacteria that thrives in warm, brackish water.
Marco Rubio imposter using AI to call high-level officials
The U.S. State Department is warning diplomats of an AI-driven scheme impersonating Sec. Marco Rubio to contact top officials via fake texts and voice messages. Here’s what we know.
The U.S. State Department is warning diplomats of an AI-driven scheme impersonating Sec. Marco Rubio to contact top officials via fake texts and voice messages. Here’s what we know.
Tropical Depression 3 forms off U.S. Southeast Coast: Track, forecast, maps
A disturbance off the coast of the southeast United States – east of Florida, near Georgia and South Carolina – became better organized Friday to become Tropical Depression 3. It was previously known as Invest 92L.
A disturbance off the coast of the southeast United States – east of Florida, near Georgia and South Carolina – became better organized Friday to become Tropical Depression 3. It was previously known as Invest 92L.
5-year-old girl on Disney Dream lost balance, fell through cruise ship porthole, sheriff says
A 5-year-old girl who fell overboard the Disney Dream cruise ship last weekend lost her balance on a railing and fell backwards through an open porthole and into the ocean below, according to the Broward County Sheriff's Office.
A 5-year-old girl who fell overboard the Disney Dream cruise ship last weekend lost her balance on a railing and fell backwards through an open porthole and into the ocean below, according to the Broward County Sheriff's Office.
Alligator Alcatraz live updates: President Trump visits Florida immigration detention facility
President Donald Trump toured the newly opened Florida immigration detention center nicknamed “Alligator Alcatraz" on Tuesday morning.
President Donald Trump toured the newly opened Florida immigration detention center nicknamed “Alligator Alcatraz" on Tuesday morning.
2 kids locked in Florida shed without food or water, police say; 2 women arrested
Two young children were found abandoned inside a shed for several hours without food or water – and with access to a large hunting knife – while their mother and grandmother left to do errands, according to the Alachua Sheriff's Office.
Two young children were found abandoned inside a shed for several hours without food or water – and with access to a large hunting knife – while their mother and grandmother left to do errands, according to the Alachua Sheriff's Office.
Disney Dream passengers on overboard rescue: 'They’re miracle workers'
Miracle workers. That's how a couple aboard Disney Cruise Line's Disney Dream described the ship's rescue team after a young girl fell overboard on Sunday, and her dad reportedly dove off the balcony after her.
Miracle workers. That's how a couple aboard Disney Cruise Line's Disney Dream described the ship's rescue team after a young girl fell overboard on Sunday, and her dad reportedly dove off the balcony after her.
Alligator Alcatraz: President Trump to visit Florida ICE detention facility, DeSantis says
President Trump is expected to visit the new immigration detention center located in the Florida Everglades on Tuesday, according to Governor Ron DeSantis.
President Trump is expected to visit the new immigration detention center located in the Florida Everglades on Tuesday, according to Governor Ron DeSantis.
Disney Dream rescue: Girl, dad rescued after going overboard on Disney cruise line, passengers say
Disney Cruise Line's rescue team had to jump into immediate action over the weekend after two people – a young girl and her father, reports say – fell overboard, dropping some 50–60 feet into the water, according to Disney and passengers aboard the ship.
Disney Cruise Line's rescue team had to jump into immediate action over the weekend after two people – a young girl and her father, reports say – fell overboard, dropping some 50–60 feet into the water, according to Disney and passengers aboard the ship.
Canadian man dies in ICE custody
Johnny Noviello, a 49-year-old man from Canada, has died while in federal custody, ICE confirms.
Johnny Noviello, a 49-year-old man from Canada, has died while in federal custody, ICE confirms.
Top five buyer-friendly housing markets offer price cuts and increased inventory
Shopping for a home can be challenging, but looking for one in a real estate market that’s more favorable to buyers can help ease that pain.
Shopping for a home can be challenging, but looking for one in a real estate market that’s more favorable to buyers can help ease that pain.
Man killed by lightning strike at New Smyrna Beach was honeymooning in Florida, sheriff says
A man has died after being struck by lightning at a Florida beach last week, authorities confirmed on Monday.
A man has died after being struck by lightning at a Florida beach last week, authorities confirmed on Monday.
Florida man posed as flight attendant to score dozens of free flights: officials
Convicted fraudster posed as flight attendant to score 34 free flights across multiple airlines
Convicted fraudster posed as flight attendant to score 34 free flights across multiple airlines
USPS warning customers of 'brushing' scams
The United States Postal Service is warning about new types of phishing and smishing scams against customers.
The United States Postal Service is warning about new types of phishing and smishing scams against customers.
Antonio Brown wanted for alleged attempted murder after incident at boxing event: report
Antonio Brown reportedly has a warrant out for his arrest after an incident at a boxing event in Miami last month.
Antonio Brown reportedly has a warrant out for his arrest after an incident at a boxing event in Miami last month.
Cars land at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom: Piston Peak National Park
Walt Disney World shares new details on Piston Peak National Park, the new Cars-themed land opening at Magic Kingdom in Orlando, Florida. Here's the latest concept rendering and details.
Walt Disney World shares new details on Piston Peak National Park, the new Cars-themed land opening at Magic Kingdom in Orlando, Florida. Here's the latest concept rendering and details.
Florida woman rescued after leaving note in sandwich shop: 'Please help me'
A Florida woman was rescued by deputies after she left a handwritten note in a Jersey Mike’s sandwich shop, pleading for help and providing her location.
A Florida woman was rescued by deputies after she left a handwritten note in a Jersey Mike’s sandwich shop, pleading for help and providing her location.
Florida mom kills 6-year-old, claims God told her to exorcise demons: sheriff
A Florida mother is facing charges after her 6-year-old son died during an alleged exorcism attempt, authorities said. Rhonda Paulynice told detectives she believed God instructed her to exorcise demons from her son’s body.
A Florida mother is facing charges after her 6-year-old son died during an alleged exorcism attempt, authorities said. Rhonda Paulynice told detectives she believed God instructed her to exorcise demons from her son’s body.
ICE raid in Tallahassee: 100 arrested at Florida construction site, officials say
More than 100 suspected undocumented immigrants were arrested Thursday in a targeted ICE raid on a construction site in Tallahasse, Florida, according to U.S. Homeland Security Investigations.
More than 100 suspected undocumented immigrants were arrested Thursday in a targeted ICE raid on a construction site in Tallahasse, Florida, according to U.S. Homeland Security Investigations.
Todd and Julie Chrisley released from prison after Trump pardon
Todd and Julie Chrisley received full presidential pardons from Donald Trump, ending their prison sentences for tax and bank fraud convictions.
Todd and Julie Chrisley received full presidential pardons from Donald Trump, ending their prison sentences for tax and bank fraud convictions.