Chase with stolen UPS truck ends with shootout, 4 dead in South Florida
A law enforcement official says four people, including a UPS driver, were killed Thursday after the driver was kidnapped by at least two robbery suspects who led police on a two-county chase that ended in gunfire at a busy intersection during rush hour.
Deputies say Florida inmate tried to have people killed from jail, 'fed to pigs and alligators'
Another inmate informed a detention deputy that Gary Bangstad had offered him $4,000 and a car in exchange for killing four people, deputies said.
Miami UPS worker allegedly hides packages worth nearly $3G, steals them later, police say
A UPS worker in Miami allegedly attempted to steal at least $2,800 worth of electronic equipment, police say.
Florida couple buys baby bouncer at Goodwill, finds semi-automatic rifle inside
The baby bouncer box contained a Mossberg 715T semi-automatic rife and no bouncer, according to a report.
Inside ‘Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance’: The queue, ride video, and more
The ride places guests in the middle of a battle between the 'Resistance' and the 'First Order' after taking off from Batuu in a transport ship.
Florida Republican: 'We should hang’ treasonous Democrats for 'abusing our system to destroy our country'
In the recent letter to potential donors, he said that “we should hang” Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and other “traitors” for “abusing our system to destroy our country.”
9-year-old asks Trump to go vegan for a month in exchange for $1 million donation to veterans
A 9-year-old from Florida representing an animal rights nonprofit says the group will donate $1 million to veterans if President Donald Trump goes vegan for a month.
Though they are thousands of miles apart, military family unites for Christmas card
A military family from Tampa spending first Christmas apart finds a way to be together for their Christmas card.
Walt Disney World announces when the 'Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser' hotel will open
The Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will place guests in a spaceship for their stay, similar to a cruise ship.
Father left young son at side of highway because he might be gay: police
A Florida father left his juvenile son on the side of the road because he thinks his son might be gay, according to police.
Jamie Ahale lifts Illinois-Chicago past San Diego 89-83
Jamie Ahale had a career-high 23 points and Tarkus Ferguson added 22 as Illinois-Chicago topped San Diego 89-83 on Monday in the Boca Raton Beach Classic.
Jacquez Welch’s mom says her son's death is the start of his life-saving journey
The family of a high school football player who died suddenly this year is now redefining what “family” means to them through organ donation.
Karlis Silins hits 1 of 2 foul shots and Florida Atlantic sinks UIC
Karlis Silins’ free throw with a second left gave Florida Atlantic a 71-70 win over UIC on Sunday in a Boca Raton Beach Classic contest.
St. Hilaire lifts Jacksonville St over Chicago St 71-62
Derek St. Hilaire scored a career-high 22 points as Jacksonville State got past Chicago State 71-62 in the Emerald Coast Classic on Friday.
Champagnie has 21 Pitt tops Northwestern 72-59 to win title
Justin Champagnie had 21 points to lead Pittsburgh to a 72-59 victory over Northwestern in the Fort Myers Tip-Off championship game on Wednesday night.
Florida man sentenced to one year in prison for beating puppy to death
The man killed the dog while trying to discipline him after coming home to a messy house.
Tampa toddler makes miracle recovery after near-drowning last week
A Tampa family is even more thankful than usual this Thanksgiving. Their toddler fell into the pool and nearly drowned, but the little girl didn’t just survive - she made a complete recovery.
Pasco Co. resident's lawsuit leads to claims Rep. Omar was recruited, funded by Qatari government
A lawsuit filed in Central Florida has triggered accusations that the government of Qatar is recruiting American politicians to serve its interests.
Bear cub trapped in tree over tiger enclosure at Florida wildlife sanctuary
A bear cub is trapped in a tree over a tiger enclosure at the CARE Foundation animal sanctuary in Apopka. Authorities are waiting to see if the cub will come down, but there is a concern it may fall into the tiger pin.
Florida victim fights back against intruder, who then had to be hospitalized, police say
A Florida man who was attacked by an intruder on Saturday fought back, and now the suspect is in police custody, authorities said.