Beached whale dies after stranding itself off Venice coast: ‘It’s heartbreaking'
Officials are asking people to avoid Service Club Park beach in Venice after a sperm whale died after beaching itself on a sandbar about 150 yards offshore on Sunday.
Sperm whale beached off coast of Venice to be euthanized if it survives the night, FWC says
A beached whale estimated to be about 50 feet long and 50,000-70,000 pounds is stranded off the coast of Venice, according to city officials.
Florida semi-truck shooting video: Tossed water bottle led to shootout between drivers on I-75, officials say
Wild video captured the moment a semi truck driver in Florida allegedly pulled out a gun at fired it outside his window while passing another semi on I-75. The reason? Allegedly over a thrown water bottle, Marion County deputies said.
Madeline Soto crime scene photo 'accidentally' shared on Osceola County Sheriff's social media: officials
A crime scene photo that was posted on the Instagram social media account of Osceola County Sheriff Marco Lopez, appeared to show the body of Madeline "Maddie" Soto.
Human trafficking bust: Teacher, coaches among 228 arrested in Polk County
Nearly 230 people were arrested, and 13 potential victims were rescued during an 8-day multi-agency undercover human trafficking investigation in Polk County.
'It's not us, it's you:' Miami Beach breaks up with spring breakers in recent ad
Miami Beach is opting out of a toxic relationship in a recent video posted to social media - the city's relationship with spring breakers.
Six Georgia residents accused of traveling to Florida to steal nearly $100k worth of items from self checkouts
Half a dozen residents from Georgia are accused of traveling to Florida to steal $90,000 worth of items from self-checkout lanes at multiple retail stores, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
Madeline Soto's body found days after teen's disappearance, Orange County deputies say
The body of 13-year-old Madeline Soto, who was last seen on Monday morning, has been found the Orange County Sheriff's Office said.
Madeline Soto's body moved by Stephan Sterns, Orange County sheriff says
The Orange County Sheriff's Office is "confident" that Madeline Soto, a 13-year-old girl who was reported missing earlier this week, is dead.
Florida woman suffers 'traumatic brain injury' after riding Universal Orlando roller coaster, lawsuit alleges
A Florida couple is suing Universal Orlando Resort after one of them reportedly suffered a "traumatic brain injury" after a roller coaster at the Universal Studios Florida theme park, according to a lawsuit filed in Orange County earlier this week.
Universal Orlando's DreamWorks Land: Step inside the world of Shrek, Kung Fu Panda and Trolls
DreamWorks Land is slated to open at Universal Resort Orlando in summer 2024.
Florida couple kidnaps Washington baby, posing as Amazon driver: Court docs
A Florida couple kidnapped a baby in Federal Way in an elaborate scheme, where one accomplice posed as an Amazon delivery driver, according to court documents.
SoHo hotel murder: Who is Raad Almansoori? A look into his alleged crimes
Raad Almansoori is connected to multiple crimes in New York, Florida, Arizona and Texas. Police said he's wanted for beating and strangling Denisse Oleas-Arancibia to death inside a SoHo hotel room.
Florida alligator chases couple on golf cart in terrifying video: 'Oh my God'
A video of an alligator chasing two people riding in a golf cart is likely the most Florida thing you'll see today!
Kodak Black, Jackboy feud leads to 13 arrests in deadly Florida drive-by shooting: sheriff
The Seminole County Sheriff's Office announced Monday that 13 people have been arrested in connection to a January 2023 drive-by shooting in Central Florida that left an innocent woman dead and five of her friends injured.
Sylvester Stallone is 'permanently' leaving California behind for Florida: 'It's a done deal'
Sylvester Stallone is "permanently" leaving California and is being welcomed with open arms in Florida.
Doctor dies after eating dinner at Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant at Disney Springs, lawsuit alleges
A medical doctor died shortly after she was served a meal at Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant at Disney Springs, according to a lawsuit filed last week in Orange County.
Indiana girl dies, brother injured after sand hole collapses at Florida beach during family vacation
A young girl was buried in sand and died Tuesday when a deep hole she was digging with a little boy collapsed on them both at a South Florida beach, authorities said.
Gabby Petito's parents reach settlement with Laundrie family and attorney Steve Bertolino in Florida lawsuit
The parents of Gabby Petito reached a settlement in a lawsuit against the Laundrie's and their attorney, Steve Bertolino.
Florida K-9 deputy dies after being shot during Marion County shootout: 'He’s a part of us'
A Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) K-9 deputy has died after being shot by a suspect on February 17.