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Florida man shot after swimming across gator-infested lake and attacking sheriffs with garden shears
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd provided details of an officer-involved shooting during which 42-year-old Timothy Schulz survived an alligator attack and allegedly attempted to steal a deputy’s firearm from their patrol cruiser.
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Florida man killed charging cops with garden shears after surviving gator bite
Deputies fatally shot a Florida man who survived an apparent gator attack after he tried to take the officers’ gun, the Polk County Sheriff said.
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11 hospitalized, including 2 kids, after boat explosion in Fort Lauderdale
Nearly a dozen people, including two children, were injured in a reported boat explosion and fire in Fort Lauderdale on Monday evening, officials said.
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Judge allows jury to hear ID of man accused of trying to assassinate Trump in Florida
The gunman accused of attempting to assassinate then-presidential candidate Donald Trump as he golfed last fall has lost his latest attempt to limit the evidence against him.
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Cuban exiles were shielded from deportation. Now Trump is cracking down
Amid record arrivals of migrants from the Caribbean island, Trump in March revoked temporary humanitarian parole for about 300,000 Cubans. Many have been detained ahead of possible deportation.
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Florida man who shot and poisoned dolphins sentenced to 1 month
A Florida man who shot dolphins attracted to baited fishing lines cast from boats he operated was sentenced to 30 days in prison and one year of supervised release.
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Florida has the most-talked-about malls in the U.S.: Report
According to Digital Directory Express, Florida rounded their list with five of the most-talked about malls
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Matt Gaetz flirts with a run for Florida governor, adding a bit of chaos to the race
Rep. Byron Donalds has Trump’s support, but both former Rep. Matt Gaetz and Florida first lady Casey DeSantis are also eyeing potential bids.
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2025 hurricane season could look a lot like last year
The National Hurricane Center released their first outlook for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, and it’s quite similar to how last year unfolded. Meteorologist Chase Cain breaks down the forecast and how climate change is cranking up the dial on hurricanes.
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NCAA champions Florida Gators give Trump a ‘47' jersey during White House visit
The Florida Gators men’s basketball team presented President Donald Trump with a “47” jersey during their NCAA championship visit to the White House.
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What to know before visiting Epic Universe
Epic Universe is Universal Orlando Resort’s newest theme park with five immersive worlds to explore. Here’s what you need to know before booking your trip.
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Miami nurse charged in death of mother after allegedly removing her intubation
A Miami nurse has been charged in the death of her mother who died after having her intubation removed, authorities said.
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Teacher loses job for calling student by preferred name without parental permission
A Florida HS teacher who lost her job is receiving an outpouring of support — and some criticism — for calling a student by their preferred name.
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Florida becomes second state to ban fluoride in public water
Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a measure Thursday prohibiting local governments from adding fluoride to their water systems, making it the second state in the country after Utah to implement a statewide ban on the mineral.
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Peacock documentary on Universal parks to take closer look at new Epic Universe
Peacock is giving theme park fans a front-row seat to Universal Parks’ magic with a new three-part documentary debuting this summer.
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University of Miami linebacker was driver in 2-car crash that killed 3, police say
Miami Hurricanes linebacker Adarius Hayes was one of the drivers in a two-vehicle crash that left three people dead and at least two others injured, police said.
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WATCH: Florida man with shotgun climbs through Checkers drive-thru window
Video shows how a man climbed through the window of a Checkers in North Miami, Florida, shotgun in hand, and allegedly robbed the restaurant.
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5 things to know about Erin Jackson
Here are five things to know about American speed skater Erin Jackson.
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Woman killed by gator while kayaking on central Florida lake: Police
A woman was attacked and killed by an alligator while kayaking on a lake in central Florida on Tuesday, authorities said.
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Three black bears killed following fatal attack on Florida man and dog
Authorities are testing DNA samples to determine if any of the bears killed 89-year-old Robert Markel near his home early Monday.