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February 4, 2023

Two Floridians arrested for alleged sex trafficking of teenage girl

A Florida man and woman were arrested and charged for allegedly sex trafficking a teenage girl across two counties in the state, according to authorities.

February 3, 2023

Florida courthouse janitor, 72, who is diabetic, accidentally locked in cell over weekend: ‘I prayed to God’

A janitor who was accidentally trapped inside a courthouse cell for three nights last weekend said she held onto her faith to get her through her ordeal.

February 3, 2023

Jared Bridegan: Prosecutors reveal new detail in Florida dad's murder

New court papers reveal that the suspect charged in Jared Bridegan's murder had been scheming with at least one co-conspirator for nearly two months before the slaying.

February 3, 2023

Florida man claims annoyed neighbors are just 'jealous' of his friendship with iguanas

Neighbors feuded on a humorous recent episode of Dr. Phil regarding the feeding of wild iguanas, which can be a potentially hazardous nuisance.

February 3, 2023

NHL ditches plan to use live alligators at All-Star festivities after backlash from PETA

The NHL reportedly planned on using live alligators during its All-Star weekend, but it nixed those plans after backlash from PETA and its supporters.

February 3, 2023

Ron DeSantis files legal complaint against Orlando foundation for allegedly sexualizing kids with drag show

The DeSantis administration filed a formal legal complaint against an Orlando venue for illegally exposing young children to "lewd activity" during a Christmas drag show.

February 3, 2023

University of Florida protesters demand new president Ben Sasse disavow DeSantis' anti-woke 'attacks'

Incoming University of Florida President Ben Sasse will be greeted at his new workplace by protesters who have already put forth a list of demands.

February 3, 2023

Florida police arrest homeless man suspected of raping 80-year-old cancer patient

Police in Ocala, Florida, arrested a 31-year-old homeless man on Friday morning following a 33-hour search for the individual they believe raped an 80-year-old cancer patient.

February 3, 2023

Florida murder suspect arrested in missing Lyft driver's car after North Carolina police chase

A Florida murder suspect has been arrested after a high-speed North Carolina police chase involving the car of a missing Lyft driver, according to his family.

February 3, 2023

Major Florida hospital hit by possible ransomware attack

A major Florida hospital was hit by a possible ransomware attack Friday. The hospital is canceling surgies and diverting ER patients after being forced to shut down their IT network.