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July 3, 2023

Man fatally shot by Orlando police during traffic stop, firearm not found

A man in downtown Orlando was shot and killed by police after allegedly disregarding their commands during a drug investigation, according to the police chief.

July 3, 2023

Former South Florida police officer pleads guilty to COVID-19 relief fraud

A former South Florida police officer, Samuel Harris, has pleaded guilty in federal court to wire fraud after stealing approximately $285,000 in COVID-19 relief funds.

July 3, 2023

Michigan man arrested in Florida for attacking officer with flagpole during US Capitol attack

Authorities announced the arrest of a 28-year-old man from Michigan who allegedly assaulted a police officer with a flagpole during the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riots.

July 3, 2023

Ryan Mallett's girlfriend posts heartbreaking tribute to late QB: 'I’m so sorry I couldn’t save you'

Ryan Mallett's girlfriend, Madison Carter, posted a touching tribute to the late quarterback on her Facebook page. Mallett drowned off the coast of Florida last week.

July 2, 2023

New laws: Here are some of the most impactful bills that took effect across the US on July 1

From limits on abortion and transgender services to sealing criminal records in California, several major pieces of legislation went into effect on July 1.

July 2, 2023

Mexican government laments DeSantis immigration laws, warns of 'discrimination' and 'racial profiling'

The Mexican government released a statement Saturday harshly criticizing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis's latest immigration bill, which went into effect Friday.

July 1, 2023

Princess Madeleine of Sweden postpones move back to home country from Florida until 2024

Princess Madeleine of Sweden and her family have delayed their move back to her home country. Madeleine, her husband Christopher O'Neill and their three children will remain in Florida until 2024.

July 1, 2023

Catamaran capsizes at Florida boat race; 7 rescued

The Coast Guard, partner agencies and good Samaritans rescued seven people from a capsized catamaran boat on Saturday, according to a tweet.

July 1, 2023

Chimpanzee sees sky for the first time in nearly 30 years, reacts with amazement: video

A viral video shows a 28-year-old chimpanzee named Vanilla stepping outside and seeing the sky for the first time after she was rescued and rehoused at a Florida facility.

July 1, 2023

Florida’s largest police union backing DeSantis for 2024

Florida Police Benevolent Association president John Kazanjian explains why his union is backing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in the 2024 presidential race.