Father fatally shoots 9-year-old son, then himself at St. Pete apartment, police say
A St. Petersburg father shot and killed his young son before turning the gun on himself, police said Monday.
A St. Petersburg father shot and killed his young son before turning the gun on himself, police said Monday.
NYC posting billboards in Florida denouncing 'Don't Say Gay' law, inviting LGBTQ+ to city
New York City is launching a campaign denouncing Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' law with five billboards across the Sunshine State inviting Floridians to move to New York City.
New York City is launching a campaign denouncing Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' law with five billboards across the Sunshine State inviting Floridians to move to New York City.
Slain Florida mom Cassie Carli's autopsy to be performed Monday
The coroner will perform an autopsy Monday to determine the cause of Florida mother Cassie Carli's death, after her body was found buried in a shallow grave in an Alabama barn connected to her ex. Investigators arrested him over 200 miles away in Tennessee, and expect more charges after the autopsy is done.
The coroner will perform an autopsy Monday to determine the cause of Florida mother Cassie Carli's death, after her body was found buried in a shallow grave in an Alabama barn connected to her ex. Investigators arrested him over 200 miles away in Tennessee, and expect more charges after the autopsy is done.
Orlando FreeFall death: State hires forensic team to investigate after teen falls from ride
The state has hired a forensic team to investigate the Orlando FreeFall ride after 14-year-old Tyre Sampson died when he fell from the attraction on March 24.
The state has hired a forensic team to investigate the Orlando FreeFall ride after 14-year-old Tyre Sampson died when he fell from the attraction on March 24.
Life or death: Penalty phase for Parkland school shooter begins with jury selection
Jury selection in the deadliest mass shooting ever to go to trial will begin Monday for the penalty phase. Over the next few weeks, prosecutors and defense lawyers will screen at least 1,500 prospective jurors. The full trial could run for four to six months.
Jury selection in the deadliest mass shooting ever to go to trial will begin Monday for the penalty phase. Over the next few weeks, prosecutors and defense lawyers will screen at least 1,500 prospective jurors. The full trial could run for four to six months.
‘Biden is supporting Russia’: Bizarre fight breaks out at Orlando airport
Two men have been detained at Orlando International Airport after a fight broke out Saturday, according to authorities.
Two men have been detained at Orlando International Airport after a fight broke out Saturday, according to authorities.
Body of missing Florida mom Cassie Carli found in shallow grave, sheriff says
The body of Cassie Carli, a Florida mother who disappeared a week ago while trying to pick up her 4-year-old daughter from her ex-boyfriend, was discovered in a shallow grave Saturday night.
The body of Cassie Carli, a Florida mother who disappeared a week ago while trying to pick up her 4-year-old daughter from her ex-boyfriend, was discovered in a shallow grave Saturday night.
Who is Shay Johnson? Woman claims she is Tyre Sampson's cousin; family says they don't know her
Who is Shay Johnson? She said she was Tyre Sampson's cousin, the 14-year-old who fell off the Orlando FreeFall ride and died. But his family said they do not know her.
Who is Shay Johnson? She said she was Tyre Sampson's cousin, the 14-year-old who fell off the Orlando FreeFall ride and died. But his family said they do not know her.
Florida hires forensic firm to investigate Tyre Sampson death from Orlando FreeFall ride
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried promised a “complete and thorough investigation” into how a 14-year-old teenager fell from the Orlando FreeFall drop tower last week at ICON Park.
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried promised a “complete and thorough investigation” into how a 14-year-old teenager fell from the Orlando FreeFall drop tower last week at ICON Park.
For sale: Off-the-grid island home tucked inside a Florida state park
The home, listed for a mere $3.5 million, is over 6,000 square feet and comes with its own private dock so you can park your boat.
The home, listed for a mere $3.5 million, is over 6,000 square feet and comes with its own private dock so you can park your boat.
Missing Florida mom Cassie Carli felt 'extremely' unsafe around child's father before disappearance: sister
Cassie Carli, the Florida mom who disappeared on Sunday while going to pick up her 4-year-old daughter from the child's father, had previously felt "extremely" unsafe and nervous around her ex, according to her sister.
Cassie Carli, the Florida mom who disappeared on Sunday while going to pick up her 4-year-old daughter from the child's father, had previously felt "extremely" unsafe and nervous around her ex, according to her sister.
Gov. DeSantis broaches repeal of Disney World's decades-old self-governing status in Florida
Florida’s Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed on Thursday the suggestion of repealing a 55-year-old state law that allows Disney to effectively govern itself on the grounds of Walt Disney World, following the company’s public opposition to a controversial parental rights law in Florida.
Florida’s Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed on Thursday the suggestion of repealing a 55-year-old state law that allows Disney to effectively govern itself on the grounds of Walt Disney World, following the company’s public opposition to a controversial parental rights law in Florida.
Florida authorities search for mom missing since Sunday; 4-year-old daughter found safe
Authorities in the Florida Panhandle are searching for missing mom Cassie Carli, who disappeared Sunday when she was supposed to meet up with the father of her 4-year-old daughter to exchange custody. The little girl has been found safe and Carli's vehicle has been recovered by investigators, but there's been no sign of the 37-year-old mom.
Authorities in the Florida Panhandle are searching for missing mom Cassie Carli, who disappeared Sunday when she was supposed to meet up with the father of her 4-year-old daughter to exchange custody. The little girl has been found safe and Carli's vehicle has been recovered by investigators, but there's been no sign of the 37-year-old mom.
LGBTQ advocates sue state of Florida, DeSantis over law on gender identity, sexual orientation in education
LGBTQ advocates have filed a federal lawsuit against the state of Florida and Gov. Ron DeSantis to block a new law prohibiting classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in Kindergarten through third grade.
LGBTQ advocates have filed a federal lawsuit against the state of Florida and Gov. Ron DeSantis to block a new law prohibiting classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in Kindergarten through third grade.
Orlando FreeFall ride death: Family friend who took Tyre Sampson to ICON Park speaks
The family who took Tyre Sampson to ICON Park the night he died spoke exclusively to FOX 35 News about the tragedy.
The family who took Tyre Sampson to ICON Park the night he died spoke exclusively to FOX 35 News about the tragedy.
Winter Park wedding shooting: Video released from officers' body-worn cameras
Newly-released videos from officers' body-worn cameras show the chaotic moments following a deadly shooting at a wedding reception in February in Florida.
Newly-released videos from officers' body-worn cameras show the chaotic moments following a deadly shooting at a wedding reception in February in Florida.
Orlando FreeFall ride death: $20 belt may have saved teen's life, expert says
An amusement ride inventor said Tyre Sampson’s death could have been prevented with a simple addition to the seat.
An amusement ride inventor said Tyre Sampson’s death could have been prevented with a simple addition to the seat.
Gabby Petito case: Laundrie family attorney files motion to dismiss lawsuit from victim's parents
Laundrie family attorney Steven Bertolino has filed a motion asking a Florida judge to dismiss a civil lawsuit from the parents of Gabby Petito, arguing that there are no facts to support their claims of "intentional infliction of emotional distress." Rather, he argued that Chris and Roberta Laundrie were exercising their right to remain silent.
Laundrie family attorney Steven Bertolino has filed a motion asking a Florida judge to dismiss a civil lawsuit from the parents of Gabby Petito, arguing that there are no facts to support their claims of "intentional infliction of emotional distress." Rather, he argued that Chris and Roberta Laundrie were exercising their right to remain silent.
Orlando FreeFall ride death: Video shows Tyre Sampson in seat moments before falling
Tyre Sampson,14, reportedly fell out of his seat, but the harness was still in a down and locked position when the ride stopped, according to a report.
Tyre Sampson,14, reportedly fell out of his seat, but the harness was still in a down and locked position when the ride stopped, according to a report.
Alligator seen swimming with football in mouth in Florida
The image sparked some debate between viewers on whether the gator was trying to eat it – or practicing its football skills.
The image sparked some debate between viewers on whether the gator was trying to eat it – or practicing its football skills.