Central Florida is basking in warm and dry weather, just after the clocks jumped an hour forward.

One highway in Florida is considered to be among the best places to spot alligators: a stretch of Interstate 75 dubbed “Alligator Alley.”

A Missing Child Alert was canceled after a missing 14-year-old Florida girl was “found and is safe,” deputies said.

St. Petersburg police say a man and a woman face charges in the alleged kidnapping and killing of a 16-year-old girl who was reported missing in February.

The Florida-born grocery chain has revealed its latest batch of seasonal flavors — but they'll only be around for so long.

A day after the Florida House started moving forward with its version of the plan, the Senate on Friday released a wide-ranging bill that would add restrictions to the state’s ballot initiative process.

President Donald Trump created a task force Friday to prepare for the 2026 World Cup, which will bring the globe’s premier soccer tournament to North America at a time when Trump’s on-again-off-again tariffs have ratcheted up tensions across the continent.

In 1995, Edward James was convicted of murdering Betty Dick and her granddaughter, Toni Neuner, in a Seminole County neighborhood, Lake Hodge Estates.

A Florida road rage incident involved a baseball bat and a flare gun, officials say.

Floridians across the coast witnessed flaming space debris falling from the sky on Thursday. There have been similar incidents prior to the Starship explosion.

Back-to-back mishaps for SpaceX have the Federal Aviation Administration investigating once again after the unmanned Starship rocket broke apart after launch Thursday.

Law enforcement officers across Florida may soon receive new training from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

The Seminole County Sheriff’s Office has made its first arrest of homeless people after a state law banning sleeping or camping on public property went into full effect this January. The camp was on Raven Park property, at U.S. Highway 17-92 and Raven Avenue in the Longwood area.

Voters in five Orange County cities have local elections soon, ranging from mayoral races to charter amendments.

I'm Brooke Savage, the writer behind the "Setting The Stage" newsletter, with what's happening in Central Florida's theatre and art scene.

It wasn’t that long ago that Alex Condon was a point guard.

An attorney for inmate Edward James is arguing that drug and alcohol use since childhood, multiple head injuries and a near-fatal heart attack have helped lead to James suffering “cognitive decline.”

A private lunar lander is no longer working after landing sideways in a crater near the moon's south pole.

BJ’s will be opening a new location in Casselberry, its second location in Seminole County.

Florida lawmakers have already introduced more than 30 bills related to insurance.

The ranking examines the median credit scores of residents from across 182 American cities to “give credit where credit is literally and figuratively due.”

An undocumented immigrant accused of murder may be among the first to face the death penalty under one of the state’s newest laws.

Get ready to lose an hour of sleep.

Coby White scored a career-high 44 points and the Chicago Bulls beat the Orlando Magic 125-123 on Thursday night.

Flaming space debris was seen raining down off Florida’s coast on Thursday night after SpaceX’s latest Starship launch ended with another explosion.

Flights are currently grounded at Orlando International Airport because of “space launch debris,” according to the airport and the Federal Aviation Administration.

A state Senate bill gaining momentum in Florida aims to increase the punishment for those convicted of manslaughter against a police officer.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends two doses of the measles vaccine when you are a child. But if you had your shots done 30 or 40 years ago, are you still safe?

A Florida sheriff says there are “no signs of an active shooter” and no injuries after police responded to a report of gunshots at the Corry Station, a Navy installation in Pensacola.

Naval officials say police are responding to an 'active shooter situation' at Corry Station in Florida.

Spring break is upon Florida and once again the state is deploying its law enforcement assets to help several local cities deal with the crowds that come with young vacationers.

It’s a battle of the clans this weekend.

The beleaguered balloon-based tourism startup Space Perspective is in the process of vacating Space Coast Regional Airport after some months spent fighting eviction.

This means that the combination of low relative humidity and strong winds can lead to extreme fire behavior.

If you’ve ever found yourself cruising at the posted speed limit in the left lane of a two-lane road while speed demons fly past you on the right, you might be wondering — is this even legal? The short answer: Yes, but that doesn’t mean it’s a good idea.

Kissimmee is a step closer to choosing a new permanent chief of police, a position that’s been empty since some high-ranking resignations last year.

In the wake of a strong cold front, much of the area will be experiencing windy conditions with winds from the west-northwest at 10-20 mph and gusting up to 30 mph.

Florida health officials have confirmed the state’s first measles case of the year, a high school student. The case is renewing concerns about declining vaccination rates, which doctors warn could put more children at risk.

If you're planning out your next big trip in the Sunshine State, then these might just be for you.

Property taxes have become a hot-button issue in Florida recently, with many lawmakers looking to eliminate them altogether.

The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age.

A Tampa dentist who was arrested last year after making over 100 threats and “disturbing” messages online has now been sentenced, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

Alex Condon had 27 points and10 rebounds to lead No. 5 Florida to a 99-94 win over No. 7 Alabama on Wednesday night.

Currently, people who are 25 years old or older cannot seek such damages in medical malpractice cases involving deaths of their parents. Also, parents cannot seek such damages in malpractice cases involving the deaths of their children who are 25 or older.

A 79-year-old Melbourne man sparked a Silver Alert on Wednesday after his car was spotted along Interstate 4, according to the police department.

Several cities in Central Florida are marking a significant milestone this year as they celebrate their 100th birthdays in 2025

The Sanford Police Department credits a long-running special tactical unit – the Neighborhood Response Unit – with lowering crime.

Homeowners often feel the stress when their property tax bill arrives in the mail. Removing this burden could be appealing, though it comes with a new set of challenges.

A mysterious affliction that causes prehistoric, endangered smalltooth sawfish to spin erratically in Florida waters and often die appears to have resurfaced, with more than 50 deaths last year.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled a new front on his war against vaccine mandates Wednesday, urging lawmakers to ban all mandates for mRNA-related vaccines.

Seniors First President and CEO Marsha Lorenz says there’s always a need for more volunteers and donors to meet the growing demand for senior services in our area.

As Orange County continues to see record tourism tax revenues, Orlando lawmakers are looking to change how this money can be spent.

We’re heading back out to Orange Avenue to check out this redesign of the redesign.

Miami-Dade County Public Schools officials confirms that there has been a reported measles case at one of the district’s high schools.

Wednesday has been designated as a Weather Alert Day due to an active weather pattern impacting our area today.

As the latest Legislative session in Florida unfolds, many new specialty plates have been thrown out for consideration.

Ja’Kobe Walter swished a contested 3-pointer with 0.5 seconds remaining and the Toronto Raptors edged the Orlando Magic 114-113 after blowing a 12-point lead in the fourth quarter.

Omari Jones, an Olympic bronze medalist in Paris 2024, will make his professional boxing debut here in Orlando on March 15.

It might sound strange, but bills introduced this year could put Trump’s mug right in line with many other iconic former presidents.

Florida’s attorney general says his office has opened a criminal investigation into Andrew and Tristan Tate, who are charged with human trafficking in Romania.

A proposed housing development on Florida wetlands in Orange Count has sparked concern among nearby residents about potential impacts on wildlife and flooding.

With House Speaker Daniel Perez pointing to an “age of disruption,” Florida Republican legislative leaders opened the 2025 session on Tuesday by voicing support for digging into government spending.

President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports went into effect on Tuesday morning, expected to impact a slew of products including cars and car parts.

A woman from Volusia County is taking steps to protect animals by creating legislation that would start a statewide database listing people charged with animal abuse.

Just outside the busy city of Orlando, Wekiwa Springs State Park is my go-to spot when I need a breather from the daily grind.

A government watchdog wants more than 5,000 probationary employees to be reinstated at the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

The foreign objects, believed to be the stolen Tiffany earrings, later showed up on Jaythan Gilder's body scan, police say.

The annual Florida Legislative Session gets underway Tuesday, and our state representatives are looking to pass bills on everything from help for people with disabilities to preventing pool drownings to mental health care for teachers.

The State Department has reinstated the “foreign terrorist organization” designation for Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi group, fulfilling an order announced by President Donald Trump.

Chances for damaging winds, small hail and a very isolated tornado exist for many as we move through our Wednesday afternoon.

Want to spend a day at Wekiwa Springs State Park? Soon you'll have to make reservations.

Florida has introduced a new law aimed at keeping first responders safe while they do their jobs.

We asked Central Florida's 12 state senators (nine Republicans and three Democrats) what bills they hoped to pass this year and what issues they hoped the legislature would prioritize. Here are the responses we got.

SpaceX announced on Monday that they plan to launch their massive Starship rocket from Florida in 2025.

Lawmakers in 2023 approved the requirements, citing a need for older students to get more sleep. The requirements are slated to take effect in 2026, but as the deadline has neared, districts have said they are struggling to comply.

A woman is in the hospital after being attacked by an alligator on Monday in Polk County, according to a statement from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

A woman is in the hospital after being attacked by an alligator on Monday in Polk County, according to a statement from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

The reasons for losing a home can be numerous.

Florida’s annual legislative session is set to begin, with elected officials from the House and Senate gathering in Tallahassee.

A driver was seen firing and waving a firearm at vehicles on I-95 and firing shots, leading to a pursuit with deputies that ended in a crash, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

Casey Anthony appears on TikTok, promoting her new online newsletter.

With the approach of our next potent storm system across the central and eastern U.S., the ingredients are there for a few of those same rather powerful thunderstorms to march their way into our area.

February 2025 turned out to be an unusually warm month for Central Florida, with temperatures consistently running above average.

The month of March is statistically the deadliest time for teen drivers in Florida, according to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.

The Orlando Police Department on Monday evening will host a Teen Driving Safety presentation.

The base-rate proposal, filed at the Florida Public Service Commission, would lead to increases of $1.545 billion in 2026 and $927 million in 2027.

Silver Airways, a Florida-based airline, abruptly canceled its flights over the weekend at Orlando International Airport.

As we kick off the week, a high-pressure system is making its presence felt across the area keeping conditions dry and pleasant through the next few days.

The SS United States is expected to arrive in Mobile, Alabama, sometime Monday. The next step? Off the coast of Destin, where it will be turned into an artificial reef.

While the Sunshine State ranked No. 9 overall, it placed as the top state nationwide for the categories of “Education” and “Economy.”

Miami Beach broke up with spring break last year and city leaders still aren’t interested in couples counseling.

The defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers have acquired defenseman Seth Jones in a trade with the Chicago Blackhawks.

A woman is in custody after barricading herself in a trailer and firing gunshots at police officers from the parking lot of a Walmart in Gainesville on Saturday.

Oviedo Mayor Megan Sladek is asking Floridians to participate in a survey asking whether they support the banning of fluoride from drinking water.

The Florida Man Games are back for Round 2, as teams from around the state gather to prove they have what it takes to join the ranks of the world’s worst superhero.

A 2024 Florida law aimed at keeping children off of social-media platforms came under scrutiny Friday, as lawyers for the state told a federal judge the measure is addressing a “mental-health crisis” and attorneys for industry groups argued the restrictions violate First Amendment rights.

The changes mean that toll prices in the I-4 express lanes fluctuate based on traffic congestion. Three dollars is the maximum you could potentially pay per toll, at least right now. Drivers traveling through all the westbound tolls at the cap would pay $18, while those on the eastbound tolls would pay $21.

Bills filed for the annual Florida Legislative Session will look to create a funding source for a popular program to help Floridians pay to harden their homes against severe weather, while also offering tax relief to make those home projects more attractive.

Andrew and Tristan Tate, who are charged with human trafficking in Romania, have returned to the U.S. after authorities lifted travel restrictions on the siblings, who have millions of online followers.

A Florida construction worker who stood accused of fatally stabbing his boss has been found not guilty by reason of insanity.