Video: Small fire sparks at Disney World's 'it's a small world' after portable charger ignites

Guests were briefly evacuated from the typically calm and peaceful "it's a small world" ride at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom on Wednesday, July 1, after a small fire sparked within one of the ride's boats, according to a witness.

Man fatally shot after fight over Walmart parking spot

A Florida man was shot and killed by a woman after a verbal argument over a parking spot at Walmart led to a deadly shooting. 

Florida Holocaust Museum offers free admission during weekend of Ye concerts

The Florida Holocaust Museum in St. Petersburg is opening its doors to the community by offering free admission to all visitors from Friday, June 26th through Sunday, June 28th.

Florida man accused of kidnapping teen, hiding her in dryer

A Florida man was arrested after allegedly kidnapping a teenage girl and hiding her inside a clothes dryer at his Key Largo home, authorities said.

Caught on camera: Sheriff’s Office drone records suspect shooting at it

What started as a search for a bear in a south Florida county ended in an arrest Saturday when a man allegedly fired multiple rounds from a BB gun at the drone deployed to assist.

Anna Kepner's accused killer ordered into custody of US Marshals Service: Court documents

The Florida teen accused of attacking and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard a family cruise vacation has had his release conditions revoked and has been ordered into custody of the U.S. Marshals Service, according to newly-unsealed court documents.

Cruise passenger sues Royal Caribbean after tripping over mobility scooter

A Florida woman has filed a lawsuit against Royal Caribbean Cruises, saying the cruise line’s negligence led to injuries she suffered after tripping over a mobility scooter in a crowded casino aboard one of the company’s ships. 

Powerful 6.1M earthquake in Cuba felt in Florida, one of strongest ever recorded in the Gulf

Did you feel it? A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck near Mantua, Cuba on Monday, June 8, with reports of shaking and tremors being felt as far away as Jacksonville, Florida. At a magnitude 6, it is now one of the strongest earthquakes recorded in the Gulf region, according to USGS historical records.

Florida sues OpenAI, raising new legal questions about AI accountability
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Florida is suing OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging the company prioritized profits over public safety, setting up a potentially landmark legal battle over whether AI developers can be held responsible for harm linked to their technology.

Defense: FBI doesn't have DNA evidence linking stepbrother to Anna Kepner's murder, asphyxiation

Federal prosecutors may be facing a significant evidentiary challenge in the murder case against Timothy Hudson, the teenager accused of raping and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard a family cruise ship.

Blue Origin rocket launch: Live updates, what happened, what's next

Live updates: Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket explodes during static fire test at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. What happened? What's next? Latest updates on health warning.

Is 'Alligator Alcatraz' closing? Florida congressman speaks at ICE detention center

State leaders are addressing the rumored June closure of the Everglades Detention Facility, known as "Alligator Alcatraz." A May 26 press conference comes before a tour of the facility.

Top 5 US housing markets where home prices are dropping right now

Home sellers across the country still find themselves needing to cut their asking prices in order to find buyers, with nearly one out of every six of them doing so last month. However, in some cities, that figure is much higher.

Florida biologist awarded $485K settlement after firing tied to Charlie Kirk death post

The State of Florida will have to pay a former Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation employee nearly half a million dollars after she was fired for a social media post criticizing Charlie Kirk after his death. 

Maduro reportedly faces second US criminal investigation in Miami

Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is facing a second U.S. criminal investigation led by federal prosecutors in Miami, according to Reuters.

Florida lawyer, influencer daughter arrested in alleged murder-for-hire plot

A popular TikTok influencer has been arrested for allegedly conspiring with her father and boyfriend to hire someone to kill her ex-boyfriend and the father of her child, singer Jack Avery. 

Florida alligator caught on video eating smaller gator at Gatorland

Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.

Florida deputy survives stabbing after man tries to kill him, sheriff's office says

A Florida deputy, Robert Fitch, was attacked and stabbed several times when responding to a call on May 13. Detectives say the reported stabber was trying to kill Deputy Fitch.

Florida temporarily bans sloth imports after 55 Sloth World sloth deaths

The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said an executive order is being drafted to temporarily ban the import of sloths to Florida, following the deaths of more than 50 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando.