Florida
'Don't Say Gay' Bill Sails Through Florida's Republican-Dominated House
Another bill regarding what discussions can be had over race and discrimination in public schools also passed through the state House.
Ethan Crumbley's Parents to Stand Trial on Oxford School Shooting Charges
James and Jennifer Crumbley have been charged with manslaughter following accusations they did not heed warnings that their son could carry out the shooting.
Ex-Cop Says He Shot Moviegoer Over Fear of Being Attacked During Argument
"I don't think I've ever had anybody get in my face like that and it scared the crap out of me," the former police officer said.
Miami's South Beach Bans Alcohol Sales After 2 A.M. During Spring Break
The cutoff time for alcohol sales in Miami Beach will be moved from 5 a.m. to 2 a.m. between March 7 and March 21.
Ron DeSantis Beats Donald Trump Among Florida Voters in 2024 Poll
A survey suggests DeSantis is the top choice of 44 percent of registered Republican voters in the state, with Trump behind on 41 percent.
Florida Senate Confirms Surgeon General Dems Labeled 'Anti-Science Quack'
A former supervisor of the controversial pick said he created "stress and acrimony" over his opinions on the effectiveness of masks, lockdowns and vaccines.
Video Shows Scary Moment Drawbridge Raises With Car Still on It
As the drawbridge rose, the car was pushed into a somewhat vertical position before eventually landing on the connecting road.
GOP House Candidate Martin Hyde Caught Threatening Cop During Traffic Stop
Martin Hyde is seen on camera threatening the officer's job and asking if she knows that he's a congressional candidate.
Ron DeSantis' Threat to Defund Schools that Mask Sparks Calls For Probe
The 12 districts that defied the Republican order would see $200 million in funding stripped away.
Restaurant Denies Customers Wearing Masks, Calls Coverings 'Dirty'
"We look at them and we can't see their faces. We can't see their smiles. We don't know, we can't understand what they're saying," owner Debi Hernandez said.
Video Captures Man Stealing Crossbow by Putting It Down His Pants: Police
"You just can't make this stuff up!!" Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey said.
Florida Man Convicted of Serial Killings of 3 Women While in College
Robert Hayes, who was found guilty of first-degree murder, was a criminal justice major at Bethune-Cookman University in Daytona Beach.
How Kanye West's Exes Kim Kardashian, Julia Fox Inspired 'Donda 2' Tracks
Kanye West has included the voice of estranged wife Kim Kardashian on one of the tracks from his new album, while Julia Fox holds a more subtle influence.
Dozens of Underweight Dogs With Skin Infections Seized by Animal Control
The dogs were being kept in "unfit cages and kennels that were not clean and cared for," said Santa Rosa County Animal Services director Megan Arevalo.
Florida Deputy Shot Multiple Times, Suspect 'No Longer at Large'
A Florida Blue Alert was issued for a 33-year-old man after a sheriff's deputy was shot during an encounter close to Salem.
Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' Bill Amendment That Would Out Kids Withdrawn
The withdrawal was replaced by another amendment that would provide protections that the original text prohibited.
Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' Bill Would See Schools Out Students to Parents
"This will have devastating consequences for our youth," Rep. Carlos Smith said of an amendment filed by a bill sponsor.
Florida Man Only Shaves Half of 'Giant Beard' for Wild Driver's License Pic
"He's still probably not even the weirdest dude at the DMV on that given day," one Redditor commented.
Woman Fatally Stabbed Husband 140 Times With Knives, Meat Cleaver: Police
Joan Burke, 61, was arrested on a first-degree murder charge after Melvin Weller was found on the floor in a pool of blood that covered more than half his kitchen.
Daytona 500 Spectator Says 'F*** Joe Biden' Live on Air During TV Interview
The NASCAR fan made the disparaging remark about the president while being interviewed by a Fox 35 Orlando reporter.
Roommate Returns Home to Find 3 People and 2 Dogs Shot Dead: Police
Upon making the grisly discovery, the roommate called 911 for help.
Trump's 'Days Are Numbered'—Kirschner Predicts Ex-President to Be Indicted
"It's not coming quickly enough but Justice is coming," the former U.S. Army prosecutor said Saturday.
Police Fatally Shoot Guest at Wedding Reception in Florida
Officers in Winter Park, Florida, responded to a call reporting a man at the wedding was assaulting other guests.
Video Shows Helicopter Crash Into Ocean Near Florida Beachgoers
The chopper can be seen flying downward until it crashes into the water close to swimmers and boats.
This Robot Dog Is the Latest Recruit at Police Department
The robotic K9 will be used in "extraordinary situations" involving risk to human life, St. Petersburg police say
Florida Dad Who Killed Infant Daughter Avoids Death Penalty
A jury determined that a man should spend the rest of his life in prison after defense lawyers argued "he was not put in good soil."
2-Year-Old Girl Left Alone in Daycare, Found Crying at Locked Door By Mom
"It's not fair," a Florida mother said after arriving at a KinderCare center to find her daughter locked inside.
Dad Who Allegedly Texted About Burning School Down Over Masks Claims Mix-Up
"I regret the words that I used...but I don't regret going after the school legally," the father said.
Florida Man Arrested for Allegedly Trading Vape Pens to Smell Minors' Feet
Brandon White, 22, was arrested in Pinellas County, Florida, on multiple counts of lewd and lascivious acts with minors under age 16.
Dead Florida Deputy Named Probable Suspect in Girl's Sexual Assault, Death
The deputy worked for 10 law enforcement agencies in the state since the 1960s and allegedly exhibited "inappropriate behavior involving juvenile females."