$55M worth of cocaine, marijuana seized by Florida Coast Guard crew in drug trafficking busts
After a 60-day counter drug patrol, a Coast Guard crew offloaded about $55 million worth of drugs in St. Petersburg on Monday.
Florida woman with three kids now homeless after moving to Houston to become social media influencer
Kieria Jones and her three kids moved to Houston at the start of 2024 and are now homeless.
Hulk Hogan helps rescue girl from flipped car in Florida
WWE Hall of Fame wrestler Hulk Hogan sprung to action, alongside a friend and his wife, Sky Daily Hogan, to help a 17-year-old girl escape from a flipped car in Florida on Sunday.
Florida zoo celebrates 1st sloth bear cubs in nearly three decades
Zoo Miami is celebrating a momentous occasion with the recent birth of two sloth bear cubs, marking the first such births in nearly three decades.
Florida deputy rescues injured bobcat without becoming lunch
A Florida deputy from the Lee County Sheriff's Office, identified as Deputy Lopez, made an unconventional rescue on January 7 when he spotted an injured bobcat.
Tornado rips through Fort Lauderdale as storms march across Florida
A tornado hit Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Saturday as a line of storms moved across the Sunshine State.
Watch: American Airlines pilot leaves cockpit to assist with luggage loading
In a heartwarming gesture, an American Airlines pilot is receiving accolades for stepping out of the cockpit at Key West International Airport on January 5 to assist in loading luggage onto the plane.
Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill’s Florida mansion catches fire
Firefighters were battling a blaze at the home of Miami Dolphins receiver Tyreek Hill on Wednesday afternoon.
Miami firefighter aims to inspire more female first responders with authentic dolls
America is proud of its first responders and depends on them — but it may come as a surprise that relatively few of them are female.
Florida GOP suspends Chairman Christian Ziegler and demands his resignation amid rape investigation
The Republican Party of Florida suspended Chairman Christian Ziegler and demanded his resignation during an emergency meeting Sunday, adding to calls by Gov. Ron DeSantis and other top officials for him to step down as police investigate a rape accusation against him.
Chick-fil-A location launches option on app to have food delivered by drone
The popular fast food chain is testing a free drone delivery option at one location, which can currently be delivered to locations within 1.2 miles of the restaurant.
Watch: Florida paddleboarder captures magical moment as manatee creates rainbow greeting
A paddleboarder in Florida had a whimsical encounter with a manatee during a day out in Ocala.
Watch: Alligator nabbed after swimming up to Florida beach
Beachgoers in South Florida were in for a wild surprise Monday afternoon when an alligator was spotted floating in the surf at Hillsboro Beach.
Florida shooting leaves at least 2 dead, 18 injured during Halloween celebrations
Hundreds of revelers on street of Tampa neighborhood when shooting happened, police say.
Tortoise lost for 3 years in Florida returns home after only 5-mile journey
A sulcata tortoise in Florida has made a remarkable return home after being missing for over three years. Surprisingly, the tortoise had only traveled five miles from its point of escape.
Former Florida lawmaker who sponsored 'Don't Say Gay' sentenced to prison for COVID-19 relief fraud
The former Florida lawmaker who sponsored the controversial law critics call "Don’t Say Gay" was sentenced to six months in federal prison Thursday for defrauding a federal coronavirus relief loan program for small businesses.
Man arrested in Florida after stabbing mom, fleeing Virginia: police
A 27-year-old Virginia man was arrested in Florida after stabbing his mother and then fleeing the state on Friday.
Polk County teacher, Disney employees among 219 arrested in human trafficking-focused bust: PCSO
Three Disney employees and a high school teacher and coach were among more than 200 arrested in a week-long, undercover human trafficking-focused operation in Polk County.
13-foot alligator killed after human remains pulled out of waterway in Florida: Authorities
A death investigation is underway after an incident involving a 13-foot alligator near 134th Avenue North and 121st Street in Pinellas County, authorities said.
Miami Beach's iconic Clevelander Hotel and Bar to be replaced with affordable housing development
Plans are underway for an iconic Miami Beach hotel and bar to be replaced with a high-end restaurant and affordable housing units, the building's owner announced.