Florida ends restaurant capacity cap, moves on to Phase 3 of reopening
Just in time for the weekend, restaurants and bars can operate at full capacity -- regardless of local government rules -- as Florida moves onto Phase 3 of its COVID-19 reopening plan, the governor said Friday.
Florida's governor expects 'full Super Bowl' in Tampa next year
Next year’s Super Bowl in Tampa should be able to take place without any major restrictions, Florida’s governor said Friday as he announced Phase 3 of the state’s COVID-19 reopening plan.
Trump with the edge over Biden in Arizona, Florida and Georgia battlegrounds: polls
The president holds a 1-point edge over the former vice president among likely voters in Arizona, according to ABC News/Washington Post public opinion surveys.
Florida high school bans football team's police flag after critics deem it "openly racist"
The team's use of the symbol received swift backlash online, with some calling the move 'openly racist.'
Proposed bill would allow fallen soldier to receive Medal of Honor
Sergeant 1st Class Alwyn Cashe, who was born in Sanford and raised in Oviedo, died while pulling six men from a burning vehicle in Iraq.
Don Lewis' family sues Big Cat Rescue CEO Carole Baskin for defamation: TMZ
The family of Don Lewis, the missing and presumed dead ex-husband of Carole Baskin, is suing the Big Cat Rescue CEO for defamation.
Rep. Gaetz calls for election bribery probe of Bloomberg over pledge to pay Florida felons' fines
House Judiciary Committee member Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., told "Hannity" Tuesday that he has spoken with Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody about potentially launching a bribery investigation into former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg.
'Don't fill these out': Florida deputies warn against online quizzes
The answers to these quizzes, which often involve personal information about yourself, can give be tied to your passwords and online security.
Billionaire Mike Bloomberg raises millions to help Florida felons vote
Just days after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis won a court victory to keep felons from voting until they've paid off fines, restitution and court fees, billionaire Mike Bloomberg has stepped in to help them pay off the debts.
Florida governor introduces legislation with harsh penalties for disorderly assemblies
Florida's governor, surrounded by sheriffs, police chiefs and state legislative leaders, announced a new bill that will increase penalties against protesters involved in looting and violence. The proposal will also cut state funding to cities that "defund the police."
Coast Guard unloads several tons of seized cocaine and marijuana in Fort Lauderdale
The Coast Guard crew removed some of the 12,100 pounds of cocaine and 5,759 pounds of marijuana worth more than $2 million from a boat at Port Everglades.
Florida man survives alligator attack while walking dog, gets 65 stitches
A Florida man out walking his dog was attacked by an alligator and nearly dragged into a canal behind his home.
Florida parents reportedly smoking weed, drinking during kids' remote classes
Study earlier this year found stressed parents are drinking more.
Florida bar owner bans masks, will eject patrons wearing face coverings
A bar in West Melbourne, Florida says no masks are allowed but temperature checks are still being conducted before a patron can enter.
Manatee County K9 captures burglary suspect who dove into water while fleeing from deputies
Robert BonAuito was arrested Friday morning after deputies say he burglarized a vehicle and led them on a chase that ended when a K9 dove into the water after him.
Rescuers reach people cut off by Hurricane Sally, hundreds of thousands still without power
Rivers swollen by Hurricane Sally threatened more misery for parts of the Florida Panhandle and Alabama on Thursday. Georgia and the Carolinas were also warned of flooding.
Anti-mask protesters fined after marching through Florida Target
The group chanted "take off your mask," "we're not gonna take it anymore" as well as "yeah, we got one" as they headed down the store aisle.s.
Protesters fined for anti-mask protest in South Florida Target store
Twisted Sister singer Dee Snider took to social media to condemn anti-maskers who went into a Florida Target store blaring the group's hit “We're Not Gonna Take It" while ripping off their masks.
Officers chase after monkey on the loose in Tampa
Chasing after a monkey on the loose? Just another day on the job for Tampa police.
5th grader told to remove Hooters face mask in class
The school district says masks fall under the Student Code of Conduct.