Gabby Petito: Timeline of disappearance, death and Brian Laundrie search

Gabby Petito, 22, vanished after going on a cross-country trip with her boyfriend in a converted camper van. Here is a timeline of her disappearance, death and the developments in the case.

Brian Laundrie: Remains found in Florida park are his, FBI says

The body that was found Wednesday belonged to Brian Laundrie, the only person of interest in the Gabby Petito case, officials say.

Brian Laundrie search: Family lawyer addresses rumors parents planted evidence in North Port park

The Laundrie family's attorney says Brian's parents wanted to go into the North Port park once it reopened to the public and with water levels significantly lower than last month. They then led authorities to several items belonging to Brian, where human remains were soon discovered. But the proximity of the finds so close to the park entrance raised suspicions from critics as to their authenticity.

Brian Laundrie search: Attention shifts to parents after human remains found in North Port park

Now that human remains have been found alongside Brian Laundrie's backpack and notebook in the Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park, attention is shifting to his parents' actions following Gabby Petito's homicide and their son's subsequent disappearance. 

Brian Laundrie search: Unidentified body found near fugitive's belongings in Florida park

A body was found inside a Florida park on Wednesday, the same day Chris and Roberta Laundrie, the parents of fugitive Brian Laundrie, were inside the park when "some articles belonging to Brian were found."

Judge gives break to defendant seen doing drugs during virtual court hearing

While waiting on Zoom for his case to be called, BJ Dreggors apparently forgot his phone camera was on and decided to pass the time by doing drugs. His status as a Marine Corps veteran helped change the judge's mind Tuesday.

Gabby Petito's parents want answers from Brian Laundrie's mom and dad

The parents Gabby Petitio are accusing Brian Laundrie's parents of withholding information about her death and his disappearance.

George Zimmerman's former lawyer accused of witness tampering in rape case

Hal Uhrig, an attorney who briefly represented George Zimmerman in the Trayvon Martin case, is accused of witness tampering in a juvenile rape case.

Brian Laundrie’s former co-worker remembers him as ‘chameleon’ and ‘weirdo’ who sometimes lost temper

Brian Laundrie's former co-worker said he had the personality of a "chameleon" who sometimes lost his temper. Though he never witnessed Laundrie being abusive to his now-deceased fiancée, Gabby Petito, he said Laundrie did appear to get jealous and possessive if he spotted her talking to other guys.

Teacher, pastor among Hillsborough human trafficking sting arrests

Sheriff Chad Chronister says a new Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office human trafficking task force completed their first undercover sting operation, resulting in 125 arrests.

The future of Walt Disney World: New rides, shows, and more

There are so many attractions, shows, and experiences under development at the Florida resort and we are taking a look at what comes next.

Florida to soon launch digital driver's licenses

The State of Florida hopes to launch its digital driver's licenses next month, an initiative it has been working on for years.

Brian Laundrie manhunt: North Port police conduct 'special response team training while searching'

Governor Ron DeSantis said law enforcement has been working nonstop to try and find Laundrie, but said he was frustrated the only person of interest in the disappearance and death of Gabby Petito had not been found.

Nikolas Cruz to plead guilty to Parkland school massacre, attorney says

The gunman who killed 14 students and three staff members at a Parkland, Florida, high school will plead guilty to their murders, his attorneys said Friday. The guilty plea would set up a penalty phase where Nikolas Cruz would be be fighting against the death penalty and hoping for life without parole.

Gabby Petito memorial bench to be erected in North Port

Bright, colorful and inviting: One man has a vision for a steel bench that will be a permanent memorial for Gabby Petito in North Port. He says he is working with a member of the Petito family to help ensure the final piece of artwork will be exactly what Gabby’s parents want.

Funeral held for Miya Marcano in South Florida

Loved ones of 19-year-old Miya Marcano said their final goodbyes on Thursday. Marcano was laid to rest in a custom blue casket, wrapped with an image of her angelic face and topped with a crown befitting of a queen.