VIDEO: Black bear spotted at Disney World's Magic Kingdom released into Florida national forest
An adult female black bear who found her way into a tree near Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom on Monday has been released into the Ocala National Forest, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said.
Florida beachgoers help get distressed, stranded shark back into the ocean
A mako shark that was stuck on a Pensacola, Florida beach was sent back into the ocean by beachgoers who worked tirelessly to free the predator.
'Nightmares are made of': 14-year-old boy shoots, kills mother in Riverview home, according to sheriff
A 14-year-old boy was arrested after authorities said he shot and killed his mother at a home in Riverview.
Surveillance footage catches TSA agents stealing from passengers at Miami International
Josue Gonzalez, 20; Elizabeth Fuster, 22; and Labarrius Williams, 33, were arrested in July and initially charged with organized scheme to defraud.
Man steals construction excavator and drove it into a Florida Walmart, police say
A suspect is in custody after crashing into a Walmart store and another building with stolen construction equipment Monday night in Gainesville, according to police.
Miami Beach's iconic Clevelander Hotel and Bar to be replaced with affordable housing development
Plans are underway for an iconic Miami Beach hotel and bar to be replaced with a high-end restaurant and affordable housing units, the building's owner announced.
Flags across Florida to be flown at half-staff to honor late Jimmy Buffett: 'Our adopted native son'
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has ordered flags across the state to be flown at half-staff to honor the late icon Jimmy Buffett, “our adopted native son."
Flamingo on road to recovery after being found off St. Pete Beach after Hurricane Idalia
Birds of a feather flock together, but one flamingo was alone and lost Friday off of St. Pete Beach near Blind Pass.
Three dead after double murder-suicide at Pinellas Park home: Detectives
Three people were found dead Tuesday afternoon after a double murder-suicide at a Pinellas Park home, detectives said.
Florida baseball team lists entire stadium on Airbnb
Florida’s Pensacola Blue Wahoos is offering its entire ballpark to fans to rent on Airbnb.
Florida man tried to travel to London by crossing Atlantic Ocean in hamster wheel: Coast Guard
Ray "Reza" Baluchi was charged with of obstruction of a boarding and violation of a captain of the port order, according to court documents filed Tuesday.
VIDEO: 3-legged bear breaks into Florida home's lanai, drinks 3 White Claws | 'Oh my God, look at him!'
A Lake Mary, Florida, mother received the shock of her life when she discovered that a three-legged black bear, affectionately known as Tripod, had somehow managed to break into her home while her 13-year-old son was inside with the family dog. The woman said the bear even accessed her outdoor refrigerator and helped itself to three of her White Claws.
Florida mom spoke to kids on phone minutes before deadly crash: 'I'll see you in a bit'
A candlelight memorial is set up at a deadly intersection where three children and their grandmother were killed. Investigators said a teenager was speeding and hit the family’s car – and now the mother of the victims is speaking out.
WATCH: Crew-6 astronauts splash down off Florida coast after wrapping up 6-month mission at ISS
Four Crew-6 astronauts returned to Earth early Monday after a six-month stay at the International Space Station. Their SpaceX capsule parachuted into the Atlantic off the Florida coast.
'As long as it takes': Biden visits Florida, delivers remarks following Hurricane Idalia destruction
President Biden arrived in Florida Saturday, visiting parts of the state that were nearly destroyed after Hurricane Idalia ripped through earlier this week.
Horseshoe Beach councilwoman on Hurricane Idalia aftermath: 'Everything is gone'
The hurricane, which made landfall Wednesday, battering beach towns and fishing communities including Horseshoe Beach, Florida.
Idalia weakens to post-tropical storm after carving deadly path of destruction from Florida to Carolinas
Cleanup efforts are underway from Florida to the Carolinas after Hurricane Idalia made landfall and left a trail of destruction after blasting the region with destructive winds, a powerful storm surge, and flooding from torrential rain.
After Jacksonville shootings, historically Black colleges discuss security worries, remain vigilant
The gunman was in the parking lot at Edward Waters University before the shooting occurred at a Dollar General store. The incident sparked new fears about safety for African Americans at colleges.
Idalia's wrath continues across Southeast with flooding in Charleston following historic Florida landfall
The deadly Category 3 hurricane hit along the coast of the Florida Big Bend near Keaton Beach about 7:45 a.m. local time, posing an immediate threat to lives and properties with 125 mph winds and significant flooding.
Florida horse trainers prepare animals for Idalia: 'Little bit nerve-racking'
At the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Florida, there’s room for 3,000 horses and other animals to evacuate during a hurricane, free of charge. Over at a smaller equestrian center, the owner said she is preparing as well.