STRANGE FLORIDA
Have you seen this headless Florida dinosaur on the road? Well, it’s got a deadly past
Read full article: Have you seen this headless Florida dinosaur on the road? Well, it’s got a deadly pastThe large, headless sculpture of a brontosaurus still sits decades after its creator suffered a horrible accident.
‘Get him!’ Horseback-riding Florida officers chase down suspect, video shows
Read full article: ‘Get him!’ Horseback-riding Florida officers chase down suspect, video showsBody-worn camera video from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office shows officers on horseback chase down a man accused in a drug deal.
Pickup runs over New York woman’s head while she was sunbathing on Daytona Beach, deputies say
Read full article: Pickup runs over New York woman’s head while she was sunbathing on Daytona Beach, deputies sayA 71-year-old woman is recovering after she was struck and her head was run over by a pickup truck on Daytona Beach.
This was Florida’s strongest earthquake. What are the chances of another one?
Read full article: This was Florida’s strongest earthquake. What are the chances of another one?When you think about earthquakes, Florida’s probably not the first state that comes to mind. But that doesn't mean they can't happen.
Is this Florida Man the world’s most annoying neighbor? You decide
Read full article: Is this Florida Man the world’s most annoying neighbor? You decideSeminole County’s infamous “junk man” who’s frustrated neighbors with his unsightly yard for 25 years is commemorating the anniversary of his very first county code violation.
VIDEO: Volusia County deputies rescue unconscious man on runaway boat
Read full article: VIDEO: Volusia County deputies rescue unconscious man on runaway boatUpon arrival, first responders discovered a single unresponsive occupant aboard the vessel and swiftly devised a plan to rescue the individual.
VIDEO: Holy Mola! Volusia County deputies rescue giant ocean sunfish trapped in shallow water
Read full article: VIDEO: Holy Mola! Volusia County deputies rescue giant ocean sunfish trapped in shallow waterA very large Mola is free again after deputies in Volusia County helped the fish that was trapped in shallow water near the shore on Monday afternoon.
Orlando home ransacked while family celebrates son’s birthday
Read full article: Orlando home ransacked while family celebrates son’s birthdayAn Orlando family is pleading for help after their home was allegedly ransacked by thieves who stole their oven, washing machine and several other major appliances.
Florida blizzard? Been there, done that. Now get the shirt and help a homeless center
Read full article: Florida blizzard? Been there, done that. Now get the shirt and help a homeless centerSnow is breaking records in Florida and a new t-shirt commemorates the weird weather and raises money for people experiencing homelessness in Florida. And if it's too cold to get a t-shirt, warmer options are available too.
This famous Florida drinking fountain is radioactive. Would you take a sip?
Read full article: This famous Florida drinking fountain is radioactive. Would you take a sip?If you head downtown, there’s a good chance you’d miss one of its biggest local attractions: an old radioactive well dubbed the "Fountain of Youth."
Snowplows in Florida? State transportation officials brace for winter storm
Read full article: Snowplows in Florida? State transportation officials brace for winter stormThe Florida Department of Transportation is taking measures to ensure the state's highway system stays safe through a winter storm that could drop some snow a bit too close for comfort.
Man accused of helping suspect in pizza delivery tip stabbing arrested in Osceola County
Read full article: Man accused of helping suspect in pizza delivery tip stabbing arrested in Osceola CountyDeputies in Osceola County say they’ve arrested a man they say held a man at gunpoint in Kissimmee motel while the suspect’s girlfriend repeatedly stabbed a woman, reportedly over a pizza delivery tip.
Nearly 300 gallons of fuel stolen in Ocala thanks to ‘modified minivan,’ video shows
Read full article: Nearly 300 gallons of fuel stolen in Ocala thanks to ‘modified minivan,’ video showsDetectives said they found two 50-gallon drums and a large tank in the back of the minivan that appeared to be filled with fuel.
VIDEO: Man seen stealing $21K art sculpture from Florida gallery by stashing it in pants, police say
Read full article: VIDEO: Man seen stealing $21K art sculpture from Florida gallery by stashing it in pants, police saySt. Petersburg police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspected thief who was seen on camera taking an art piece valued at $21,000 from an art gallery.
Florida deputy resigns after crashing patrol vehicle while looking at porn, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Florida deputy resigns after crashing patrol vehicle while looking at porn, sheriff’s office saysA Lake County deputy resigned while under investigation for allegedly crashing his patrol vehicle while looking at porn on his phone, according to the sheriff’s office.
Yes, you can paint this strange Florida bridge. Here’s where to find it
Read full article: Yes, you can paint this strange Florida bridge. Here’s where to find itAt first glance, the site looks like a victim of vandalism, though what first-time visitors might not know is that it’s all perfectly legal.
How many times have alligators killed people in Florida? Here’s the count so far
Read full article: How many times have alligators killed people in Florida? Here’s the count so farDespite their cute appearance, these animals are incredibly dangerous. The FWC lists how many people have been killed by gators in Florida since 1948.
Missing Lake County teen hid in family shed during 3-day search, deputies say
Read full article: Missing Lake County teen hid in family shed during 3-day search, deputies sayAccording to investigators, Caruso purposefully spent Saturday night in the woods near his home, and he’d spent the previous two nights in one of the sheds on his family’s property.