3 boys arrested in murders of 3 teens in Marion County, Florida sheriff says
Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods said Friday that two boys – aged 12 and 17 – have been arrested in the alleged murders of three teenagers in a rural part of Marion County and that detectives were looking for a third suspect – a 16-year-old boy who is considered to be armed and dangerous.
4 arrested after 15-year-old girl danced at Orange County strip club: affidavit
The owner of an Orange County, Florida strip club and three managers have been arrested under suspicion of human trafficking after an investigation revealed a then 15-year-old girl was allowed to dance at the club for years, according to court records.
Florida teacher fired over 'inappropriate' lesson: 'I didn't do anything wrong'
A teacher in Florida is appealing his termination after being fired over what the district calls an "inappropriate" assignment about school violence, but the teacher says he was just teaching the students how to stay safe.
Trump arrives in New York ahead of booking, arraignment
Former President Donald Trump has returned to New York from his home in Florida for his historic booking and arraignment on criminal charges.
Florida man says he reeked of alcohol, but he wasn't drinking: Here's what was really happening
A Florida man spent years wondering why colleagues and coworkers questioned his alcohol consumption. He said he hadn't been drinking — especially with him working as a teacher and basketball coach — but was called into the principal's office on and off for several years.
Body of missing Florida toddler found in jaws of alligator, police say
Police say the boy’s father will be charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the killing of the boy’s mother, 20-year-old Pashun Jeffery, and their young son Taylen Mosley.
Florida man slaps woman with slice of pizza during argument, deputies say
A Florida man is facing a battery charge after he allegedly slapped a woman with a slice of pizza during an argument.
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine seriously hurt after being attacked at Florida gym
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine, whose testimony against his own gang helped convict two high-ranking members, was assaulted by several people at a gym in Florida, officials said Wednesday.
Watch: Mons Venus security guard fights off man in devil mask trying to get into club with gun
An armed suspect wearing a devil mask was stopped by security guards, from barging into Tampa's Mons Venus strip club early Sunday morning. Tampa police said their quick-thinking and relentless pursuit of the armed man may have saved many lives.
Miami Beach sets curfew to manage spring break crowds after 2 deadly shootings
Miami Beach officials imposed a curfew following two deadly shootings. The curfew mainly affects South Beach, a popular party location for spring breakers.
XXXTentacion murder suspects found guilty by Florida jury
Three men were found guilty Monday of the 2018 killing of star rapper XXXTentacion, who was shot outside a South Florida motorcycle shop while being robbed of $50,000.
'Ugly' Orlando shelter dog that went viral gets adopted, has surgery on eyes: See how she looks now
"This FAMOUS sweet girl that no one wanted, and then everyone wanted, found her PERFECT FOREVER HOME!!" the rescue wrote.
Florida man serving a 400-year sentence walks free after 'flawed' trial testimony discredited: report
Sidney Holmes, a Florida man serving out a 400-year sentence, has just walked out of prison a free man after three decades thanks to a re-examination of his case.
Giant blob of seaweed twice the width of US taking aim at Florida, scientists say
The impending seaweed comes as Floridians along the state's southwest coast have complained about burning eyes and breathing problems.
Substitute teacher accused of inappropriately touching students in Citrus County, deputies say
An 84-year-old substitute teacher has been arrested after deputies say he molested children at Hernando Elementary School.
11-foot, 1,200-pound great white shark pings off coast of Florida ahead of spring break
A massive great white shark pinged off the coast of Florida this week ahead of what is expected to be a very busy spring break at the beaches.
Polk State College student, instructor among 4 killed in small plane crash over Winter Haven lake
A Polk State College student and a local flight instructor were among four killed after two small planes collided midair in Winter Haven Tuesday afternoon. The crash prompted a large response from local first responders.
Family sues Airbnb after toddler dies of fentanyl overdose in rental
Investigators have been unable to determine how the toddler came into contact with the fentanyl.
'My soul is gone': Families of murdered Orlando journalist, 9-year-old girl speak publicly for the first time
19-year-old Keith Moses is facing first-degree murder charges in the deaths of Dylan Lyons, T'yonna Major, and 38-year old Natacha Augustin.
Florida man dies after contracting brain-eating infection from rinsing sinuses with tap water
The local health department said infection is rare and can only happen when water contaminated with the amoeba enters through the nose.