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.
VIDEO: 3-legged bear breaks into Florida home's lanai, drinks 3 White Claws | 'Oh my God, look at him!'
A Lake Mary, Florida, mother received the shock of her life when she discovered that a three-legged black bear, affectionately known as Tripod, had somehow managed to break into her home while her 13-year-old son was inside with the family dog. The woman said the bear even accessed her outdoor refrigerator and helped itself to three of her White Claws.
Virginia Task Force 1 heads to Florida as Tropical Storm Idalia threatens coast
FEMA has activated Virginia Task Force 1 as Idalia possibly strengthens into a hurricane moving towards the coast.
Florida prepares for Tropical Storm Idalia with lessons learned from Ian: 'Do not focus on just the cone'
There are only a few days left for Florida residents to prepare for the effects of the storm, and Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for 33 counties to ensure communities have the resources they need ahead of the storm’s arrival.
Jacksonville Dollar General shooting suspect: What we know
Authorities say a 21-year-old white man wearing a mask and brandishing a weapon with a swastika shot and killed three Black people at a Dollar General in Jacksonville, Florida.
Florida sheriff clarifies after woman claims arrest for paying flower vendor on TikTok
A Florida sheriff is clarifying an incident where a woman claimed to be arrested for paying a flower vendor in a TikTok video. Annika Olson was arrested for refusing to comply with police orders and interfering with an investigation into a vendor violating a county ordinance.
Woman arrested for allegedly poisoning man's drink with insect killer
A Florida woman was arrested this week after allegedly spiking a man's drink with cockroach spray, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office.
Washington woman, ex-wife of Jared Bridegan arrested in Microsoft exec murder
The ex-wife of slain Microsoft executive Jared Bridegan was arrested Thursday for his murder more than 18 months after he was shot to death in front of his toddler daughter.
Two arrested in USF's first on-campus homicide in nearly 20 years: Authorities
USF Police are investigating what led to the first on-campus homicide in nearly two decades after a 61-year-old man was found dead in a university parking lot over the weekend.
Florida woman doused herself in Mountain Dew to erase DNA after killing roommate in Daytona Beach: police
Nichole Maks, the woman suspected of killing her 79-year-old roommate, allegedly tried to pour diet Mountain Dew soda all over her body in attempt to erase DNA evidence, according to an arrest affidavit.
'What is that?': Green fireball blazes across Florida sky
Stargazers across Florida were surprised when a green fireball flashed across the sky.
Florida dive team uncovers graveyard of cars in lake while searching for bodies
Miami-Dade police say a majority of the cars in the lake "are going to come back to crime."
Miami top cop's life saved by wife during attempted suicide: lawyer
Miami-Dade Police Director Alfredo "Freddy" Ramirez's wife saved his life during a suicide attempt last month when she seized his arm, their lawyer said Monday in a statement.