New venomous species of tarantula-like spider discovered in South Florida
A venomous, tarantula-like spider discovered in South Florida in 2012 has been identified as a new species of medium-sized trapdoor spiders, according to experts.
'She is wanted:' Caseworker becomes mother to 19-year-old who spent years in foster care
A Manatee County teen finally received what she's longed for -- a mother. And while she's 19 years old, she's proving you're never too old to find the love of a family.
Florida private school says it will not employ teachers who get the COVID-19 vaccine
A private school founded by an anti-vaccination activist in South Florida has warned teachers and staff against taking the COVID-19 vaccine, saying it will not employ anyone who has received the shot.
3-year-old boy killed at birthday party in South Florida, police say
A three-year-old boy was fatally shot during a birthday party in South Florida, where police continue to search for a suspect.
Godspeed! SpaceX launches 4 astronauts to the International Space Station
The Falcon 9 rocket thundered into the morning sky from Launch Pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida at 5:49 a.m. ET.
Disney World to power up to 40% of theme park energy needs with new solar facilities
Plans also include solar canopies at Disneyland Paris that will provide shelter for 9,500 guest vehicles, a facility that will power ~70% of Castaway Cay, Disney Cruise Line’s private island in The Bahamas.
South Florida couple tries to have wedding at stranger's mansion without getting permission: report
The couple invited family and friends to their "dream home" for their weekend wedding celebration, saying it was "God's plan" that they should get married there. Just one problem: they didn't own the mansion, and didn't get permission from the owner.
USCG Cutter Tampa snags nearly $100M in cocaine off Colombian coast
The crew of the USCG Cutter Tampa spent Tuesday in Miami offloading nearly three tons of cocaine that they intercepted in the Caribbean Sea earlier this month.
Kennedy Space Center firefighter rides in F-16 with Thunderbird pilot
This firefighter, who rescued a painter on a broken scaffolding almost 400 feet in the air at Kennedy Space Center, had a once-in-a-lifetime moment high above the clouds.
'It's trying to attack the Swiffer!': Florida women find baby gator in home
"Come on, buddy. Please just leave."
Man accused of beating toddler to death for urinating on couch now faces murder charges
Alegray Jones, 30, was initially charged with aggravated manslaughter but is now facing a murder charge for the death of 2-year-old Jayden Hines.
Disney makes dress code more ‘inclusive’ for theme park employees
Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro announced that the company’s theme parks have added inclusion as one of their core values.
'I paid $15,000': Man arrested at Disney after refusing to be temperature screened, deputies say
Deputies said that the guest was yelling and waving his arms at a Disney security manager who spoke to him after he refused to be temperature checked.
Florida officials work to prevent 'catastrophic flood' from leaking reservoir
An uncontrolled breach at the old phosphate plant reservoir in Florida has the potential to spill out 340 million gallons of water in a matter of minutes, risking a 20-foot-high wall of water, officials said.
Florida elementary school teacher solicited sex with 2-year-old, investigators say
South Florida deputies say the 4th-grade elementary school teacher solicited online to have sex with a 2-year-old and traveled to meet the child. He also advertised himself as a babysitter on various websites.
Missing Lake City children found safe following Amber Alert
Two children from Lake City, who were reported missing, have been found safe after an Amber Alert was issued. No additional details were provided.
Man arrested after 12-year-old boy kidnapped, sexually assaulted and shot in Miami
Police said the man kidnapped the 12-year-old boy after he snuck out of his home to walk to a friend's house. The boy told investigators the suspect sexually assaulted him and then shot him before dumping him on the side of the road. “This child has suffered physical and emotional trauma that will take years to overcome.”
Florida mom attacked student while wearing boxing glove, police say
A Florida woman was wearing a boxing glove as she attacked a student on a middle school campus, police said.
Kids found clinging to paddleboard over a mile off Florida coast
FWC Captain Bonds reported that the swimmers were approximately 1.2 miles offshore and continuing to drift further and further out to sea.
Deputies: Video shows suspect casually pull grandfather's ears out of pockets
Sheriff's deputies in Lake County, Florida responded to a disturbing call for help Saturday night. When they arrived on the scene, things got even more disturbing.