March 17 Obama-appointed judge orders release of MS-13 gang member with history of rape, robbery, attacked ICE officers A federal judge has ordered the release of Carlos Antonio Flores-Miguel, an MS-13 member with a history of rape and robbery, drawing sharp criticism from DHS.
March 17 College Republicans chapter sues University of Florida over club shutdown following antisemitic allegations University of Florida College Republicans file lawsuit after club shutdown over allegedly antisemitic gesture. Attorney seeks emergency injunction.
March 17 Video shows panicked Spring Break crowds fleeing beach hotspot after reports of five weekend shootings Chaos erupted at Daytona Beach as five separate shootings reportedly sent spring break visitors running for cover over the weekend, authorities said.
March 16 Dramatic video captures tourist boat engulfed in flames as passengers scramble to escape burning vessel Nebraska tourists reportedly escaped dramatic boat fire off Miami Beach after their vessel "Size Matters" burst into flames during Florida Keys trip.
March 15 Woman accused of fatal hit-and-run that killed 8-year-old laughs during first court appearance A Florida woman accused in a fatal hit-and-run was seen laughing during a court hearing as the judge read charges for an 8-year-old boy's death in the Winter Haven crash incident.
March 15 Spring break crackdown: Southern towns roll out alcohol bans and new restrictions Spring break destinations implement new safety rules as travel season approaches. Panama City Beach introduces overnight closures while other cities adjust policies.
March 14 Players Championship delays gate opening amid manhunt for double murder suspect near golf course A dramatic manhunt for accused double murder suspect Christian Barrios led police through TPC Sawgrass before his capture Saturday morning, delaying The Players Championship.
March 14 Teens accused of plotting twisted 'blood ritual' school killing giggle in cruiser about glam shot Lois Lippert and Isabelle Valdez were charged as adults after allegedly plotting a “blood ritual" killing at their Florida high school before another student tipped off authorities.
March 13 Florida Republicans send SAVE Act–style proof-of-citizenship voting bill to DeSantis’ desk Florida lawmakers pass strict elections bill requiring voter citizenship verification, sending measure to Gov. DeSantis who's expected to sign it.
March 12 Nurse accused of killing married co-worker as messages reveal secret birthday rendezvous Florida nurse Rene Perez is accused of murdering co-worker Linda Campitelli after a two-year affair. Authorities allege he beat her to death during a birthday celebration in October 2024.