Vegan Florida mother convicted of starving toddler to death with strict raw fruits, vegetables diet
Vegan mother Sheila O'Leary fed her child only raw fruits, vegetables and breast milk.
Shark attack on Florida beach seriously injures teen girl
A family member reportedly jumped in the water and “beat the shark” until the girl was freed.
Florida man poses as Disney World cast member, steals $10K R2-D2 droid, deputies say
A Central Florida man was arrested after deputies said he posed as a Walt Disney World cast member and took a “Star Wars” R2-D2 droid, in the hopes that Disney's security would hire him.
CDC: New listeria outbreak tied to 23 illnesses, 1 death
One death and nearly two dozen hospitalizations are tied to a new listeria outbreak of unknown origin, health officials said Thursday. The CDC says nearly all the 23 people known to have been infected in the outbreak either live in or traveled to Florida about a month before they got sick.
Brian Laundrie’s parents will face jury for allegedly knowing about Gabby Petito's death during search
A Sarasota County judge has decided to move forward with the lawsuit against Brian Laundrie's parents, which claims they knew their son murdered Gabby Petito as authorities were searching for her.
Family of mother killed while parasailing in Florida Keys files wrongful death lawsuit
The 33-year-old died and two young children were injured when their parasail was cut loose, dragging them through the ocean and slamming them into the Seven Mile Bridge in the Florida Keys.
St. Pete man dies trying to save teen in Lake Michigan
Lifeguards recovered the body of a Florida man Monday after he tried to save the life of a teenager, Indiana conservation officers said.
Florida pastor exposes self at Starbucks in Kissimmee, deputies say
Detectives said Enginio Dali Muniz-Colon is a pastor in Kissimmee and teaches online Ministry classes.
Florida rapper 'SpotemGottem' arrested after Miami jet ski chase
The rapper is accused of speeding on the jet ski and swerving through boats and swimmers in the area.
Gabby Petito's mother slams Brian Laundrie's notebook confession: 'Truth will be revealed'
Gabby Petito's mother says she's "fed up" and that the "truth will be revealed," days after the release of Brian Laundrie's notebook confession where he admitted to killing Gabby.
Officials: 2 hostages rescued after kidnapping overnight in Central Florida; suspect shot, killed
Law enforcement said two women have been rescued and are being treated for their injuries in Central Florida after they were reportedly kidnapped and held hostage by an armed man late Saturday, who led authorities in pursuit and was ultimately killed in a shoot-out with deputies.
Coast Guard: 7 rescued after lighting strikes boat 100 miles off Clearwater
Seven people taking part in a fishing tournament had to be rescued Saturday after their boat was struck by lightning off the coast of Clearwater.
Former attorney gets prison time for stealing millions from 108-year-old
A Winter Park lawyer is going to prison after detectives say he stole millions of dollars from a 108-year-old woman.
WATCH: Florida driver uses sidewalk to avoid rush hour traffic, deputies say
A Florida driver who reportedly avoided rush hour traffic on a regular basis by taking the sidewalk was finally caught and ticketed by deputies.
Florida house party: 'key players' identified in break-in of $8 million mansion, authorities
More than 200 teens are accused of breaking into an $8 million Florida mansion and throwing a massive party where they downed a $1500 bottle of champagne and swiped a football signed by former Colts quarterback Peyton Manning.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Supreme Court abortion ruling: 'Prayers of millions have been answered'
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis says the "prayers of millions upon millions of Americans" have been answered following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the 1973 Roe v. Wade case that legalized abortion nationwide, letting the states have the final say.
One year later, Surfside remembers 98 victims of condo collapse
A year ago in the middle of the night, a 12-story oceanfront condo building in Surfside, Florida, came down with a thunderous roar, leaving a giant pile of rubble and claiming 98 lives — one of the deadliest collapses in U.S. history.
Health officials investigate major meningococcal disease in Florida
A major outbreak of meningococcal disease is spreading in Florida. The bacteria causes infections that can quickly become deadly, and the CDC is now investigating along with the Florida Department of Health.
How the Johnny Depp verdict could impact Petito family's lawsuit against Brian Laundrie’s parents
The Florida judge overseeing a lawsuit between the parents of Brian Laundrie and Gabby Petito referenced the recent trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard.
Florida man slashed wife's throat because she allegedly burned his passport, documents say
A woman was found dead by officers at a home on Ballard Street in Altamonte Springs Tuesday during a well-being check, according to police.