Florida

Mass Shootings 15 hours ago

Suspected FSU campus shooter indicted on murder charges for allegedly killing 2, injuring 6

Phoenix Ikner faces two counts of first-degree murder charges and seven counts of attempted first-degree murder with a firearm stemming from the shooting.

Florida 16 hours ago

Arrest affidavit reveals details of former MLB player Rafael Furcal's arrest

Details have ben revealed about the arrest of World Series champion and three-time MLB All-Star Rafael Furcal in Florida this week.

Politics 1 day ago

Florida AG warns tony gym after woman encounters 'man in a bikini' in locker room

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier sent a Palm Beach Gardens gym a warning this week to change its bathroom policy after a recent complaint.

Florida 1 day ago

Ex-MLB star Rafael Furcal arrested on multiple felony charges, records show

World Series champion infielder Rafael Furcal was arrested in Florida on multiple felony counts on Wednesday, according to online court records.

Florida 2 days ago

Judge suspended from county bench after reportedly telling 'G-rated dad jokes' in court

Florida Judge Gary Farmer was suspended for alleged misconduct, including biased behavior and inappropriate jokes after a Florida Supreme Court panel investigation.

Florida 2 days ago

Dozens of illegal immigrants arrested at Florida construction sites

Immigration authorities announced on Tuesday that dozens of illegal immigrants were arrested at what appeared to be construction sites in Wildwood, Florida.

Cruises 2 days ago

Mexico rolls back its controversial new tax on cruise ship visitors

Mexico's cruise tax starts at $5, rising to $21 by 2028, potentially affecting passenger choices. The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association supports the fee for its community benefits.

Crime 3 days ago

FSU mass shooting suspect Phoenix Ikner denied bond day after hospital release

Phoenix Ikner, 20, appeared before a Leon County, Florida, judge and was appointed a public defender before being denied bond for an alleged mass shooting.

Florida 3 days ago

Ex-NFL linebacker Adarius Taylor arrested on child abuse charge, records show

Former NFL linebacker Adarius Taylor was arrested on multiple charges over the weekend, including child abuse, in Florida, according to jail records.

Florida School Shooting 4 days ago

Florida State University alleged mass shooter appears in mugshot with disfigured face after hospital release

The Florida State University student who is accused of opening fire on campus last month was released Monday from the hospital and charged with murder.

Miami Hurricanes 4 days ago

Miami football player was driver in wreck that killed three, two of which were children, police say

A Miami football player with a reported history of driving violations was the driver in a crash that killed two kids, police said on Monday.

Florida 6 days ago

Florida man, 89, and his dog mauled to death by black bear in state's first fatal attack

An man and his dog were mauled to death by a black bear in Jerome, Florida. The 89-year-old man's death marks the first fatality attributed to a black bear in state history.

VIDEO 6 days ago

Officials capture 2 alligators in connection with Florida canoer’s death

Wildlife biologist Christopher Gillette sheds light on the ‘tragic accident’ and issues a warning about alligator activity on ‘Fox Report.’

Florida 6 days ago

Florida state lawmaker who recently ditched Democratic label announces gubernatorial bid

Florida state Sen. Jason Pizzo, who recently announced he was switching to no party affiliation, says he plans to run for Sunshine State governor

Parents 6 days ago

States support parents in legal case over school’s secret gender transition of child

Nearly two dozen states penned an amicus brief in support of a couple who were not told school officials tried to "socially transition" their 13-year-old daughter.

Travel May 9

Tourist who traveled to Florida wins $1M lottery prize with ticket bought at Walmart

David Le, a visitor from Texas, left Florida with a far larger bank account after winning a $1 million prize, as noted by the Florida Lottery on May 2. He bought the ticket at a Walmart Supercenter.

Travel May 9

What causes nearly every alligator attack on humans? Study says it's our fault

A recent University of Florida study found that one reason accounts for 96% of alligator bites - and it's not the fault of the reptiles. A ranking system of human actions reveals the details.

Sex Crimes May 8

Luxury real estate moguls hit with new allegations in sex trafficking case

The Alexander brothers, wealthy luxury real estate agents in Florida, have been hit with additional sex trafficking charges by federal prosecutors.

Florida May 8

Fox News rides along as Florida Highway Patrol begins enforcing federal immigration laws on state roads

Florida Highway Patrol is first state agency to enforce federal immigration laws under the 287(g) agreement as Governor DeSantis promotes nationwide implementation.

Florida May 8

Young kangaroo hops around Florida town after brazen escape, owner charged

A runaway kangaroo was captured after escaping its Florida owner's enclosure and hopping down a busy Osceola County road on Monday.

VIDEO May 8

Florida woman killed in alligator attack: 'Defensive incident'

An alligator attacked and killed a woman who was canoeing with her husband on a central Florida lake Tuesday afternoon, authorities said. (WTVT)

Politics May 7

Stay in your lane: Florida AG fires next volley against judge halting state immigration law

Immigration is on the mind of a Florida judge this week after AG James Uthmeier filed a motion to block her from halting enforcement of an immigration law.

Florida May 6

DeSantis signs bill banning fluoride additives in Florida public water: 'Hydrate, not medicate'

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis banned fluoride in Florida’s public water, declaring it a “forced medication" and championing informed consent in the "Free State of Florida."

College Football May 6

Ex-Maryland football player faces murder charge after deadly bar fight in Florida

Police in Florida arrested former college football player Avantae Traeviyon Williams following a deadly shooting at a bar over the weekend.

Florida May 4

Powerball jackpot winner arrested after kicking deputy in face: authorities

A Pinellas County, Florida deputy who attempted to break up a fight, was allegedly kicked in the face by a Kentucky man who won the Powerball jackpot just days prior.

Pets May 3

World's tallest, shortest dogs meet for precious playdate caught on camera

A Great Dane and a Chihuahua with a 3-foot height difference became unlikely friends when Guinness World Records arranged a two-day playdate for the title holders.

Lifestyle May 3

Florida homeowner finds 98 iguana eggs in backyard: 'It’s the most we’ve ever removed from one site'

Humane Iguana Control removed 98 iguana eggs from a yard in Miami, possibly a record, highlighting Florida's invasive iguana problem and how to fight it.

Media May 3

Ex-New Yorkers reveal why they joined the 150K strong exodus fleeing NYC for Florida

Multiple ex-New Yorkers spoke to the New York Post about why they departed the Big Apple for sunny Florida, citing factors from work-life balance to crime.

Olympics May 3

USA sprinter arrested for allegedly striking Olympian ex-girlfriend days before track meet

Fred Kerley is in trouble with the law again, this time stemming from allegedly hitting his fellow Olympic ex-girlfriend days before a track meet.

Lifestyle May 2

Remains of domestic cats found in wreckage of ancient ship were likely first to arrive in United States

The remains of two domestic cats found in the wreckage of a Spanish conquistador ship were likely the first of the pet to make it to what is now the U.S.