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Silver Airways suddenly shut down on Wednesday

Florida based airline ceases services on Wednesday at airports across the state of Florida.

Panthers ready to ‘move on to the next one’ after taking series lead

The Florida Panthers and fans are still riding high after Monday night’s convincing win over Edmonton, 6-1, to take a 2-1 series…

Panthers fans prep for Game 3 of Stanley Cup final in South Florida

WPTV caught with fans preparing for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup final in Sunrise.

Authorities warn South Florida parents about children and hot cars

With temperatures continuing to rise in South Florida, authorities are warning parents about children and hot cars.

Housing market said to be cooling off in South Florida

Deputies fatally shoot Florida man who survived alligator attack, tried to steal gun

Florida deputies responding to a disturbance call say a man who’d been bitten by an alligator attacked them and attempted to take…

Army soldiers temporarily decertified after allegedly firing blanks at Florida beach

18 U.S. Army soldiers were temporarily decertified as instructors after video appears to show them firing blank rounds from their weapons at…

Fatal shooting of 2 Israeli Embassy staff members in DC prompts security concerns in South Florida

The shooting of two staff members at the Israeli Embassy in Washington, D.C. is prompting security concerns here in South Florida.

TPS, parole changes leave South Florida immigrants, employers in limbo

A recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling affecting Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans has sent shockwaves through South Florida’s immigrant communities and among…

Investigation underway into Hope Florida Foundation

A criminal investigation is now underway into the Hope Florida Foundation.

Univision talk show star arrested after being caught speeding in central Florida

A man known for his role on a popular South Florida talk show was arrested after a deputy in central Florida clocked…

Pipe burst causes major damage to South Florida apartment building

A renter’s worst nightmare came true at an apartment building in Fort Lauderdale’s Las Olas neighborhood over the weekend.

South Florida oncologist weighs in on Biden’s cancer diagnosis

The American Cancer Society reports that the chances that men diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer live five years is 37 percent.

Panthers aim to stay aggressive in Game 6 vs Maple Leafs

The Florida Panthers are looking to stay aggressive in Game 6 as they aim to make a third consecutive Eastern Conference Final…

It’s Florida Python challenge time! Volunteers are welcome

Organizers of the Florida Python challenge urged volunteers to register to learn how to hunt the invasive species.

Innocent bystander among 2 killed after apparent botched drug deal

Two people were killed in a double homicide in Florida, one of whom was apparently just an innocent bystander riding a bicycle.

Video shows waterspout hitting Florida beach

The natural phenomenon was caught on video on Pensacola beach Saturday morning.

Auto dealers trying to slam brakes on VW company’s direct-sales model

Florida’s attorney general stepped in.

Florida condo building evacuated over cracks found in pillar

Sixty residents of a Clearwater condominium have been evacuated as crews check the building’s structural integrity.

Florida Keys man facing charges after allegedly spitting on deputy

A man from Marathon is accused of spitting on a deputy and is now facing battery charges.

DMV changes rules for legal immigrants

Florida now mandates legal immigrants must renew their driver’s licenses every 12 months.

Florida lawmakers pass Lucy’s Law to increase boater safety

The Florida legislature passed the bill dubbed Lucy’s Law late Friday night.

Flooding and damage left behind after rainy Sunday

A flood advisory was issued for parts of South Florida on Sunday.

Olympian Fred Kerley arrested again in South Florida

New water taxi service looks to combat South Florida’s traffic issues

Traffic is a huge problem in some of our big cities. We find ourselves sometimes spending hours behind the wheel, trying to…

Florida teacher charged with having sex with minor, recording it on video

A Punta Gorda middle school teacher is facing charges of having sex with a minor multiple times and recording it on video.

Operation Tidal Wave Florida’s largest joint immigration effort, resulting in 1,120 alien arrests

A multi-agency immigration enforcement surge dubbed Operation Tidal Wave has resulted in more than 1,100 arrests in a single week in Florida…

Woman’s death at ICE facility probed

An investigation is underway after Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials said a Haitian woman died at a South Florida federal facility.

Florida officer jumps onto runaway boat after driver fell off

Sarasota first responders sprang into action when a boat with no one at the wheel went out of control on the Sarasota…

Florida woman, dog survive bear attack

In Seminole County, a woman said she and her dog survived a bear attack thanks to a bag of cookies.

Florida man wanted for attacking 13-year-old over Play-Doh

A 13-year-old boy was violently attacked over Play-Doh in Lee County.

Investigation ongoing after Florida fatal ferry crash

An investigation is underway after a boat slammed into a ferry in Clearwater on Sunday night.

FSU student union opens for first time since deadly shooting

The student union at Florida State University’s campus in Tallahassee reopened on Monday for the first time since the deadly shooting on…

Amid rumors of overcrowding, U.S. Rep Frederica Wilson tours Krome Detention Center

U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson, D-Florida, was given a tour of the Krome Detention Facility on Thursday.

Drunk driver slams into Florida deputy’s vehicle

A drunk driver crashed into a Florida deputy’s patrol vehicle in Manatee County.

Deputies: Woman impersonates ICE agent

Deputies accused a Florida woman of impersonating a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent during a revenge plot against her ex-boyfriend.

Video captures Florida man pinning down girl he assumed was egging his home

A 43-year-old was seen on camera pinning down an 11-year-old that he thought was egging his home, according to authorities. Marius Mutu…

Students return to campus after Thursday’s shooting at FSU

Florida State University reopened its campus Monday, just four days after a deadly shooting that claimed the lives of two students and…

Petition gaining signatures pushing for locks on all FSU classroom doors

Four days after a gunman unleashed terror at Florida State University, an online petition for school safety has garnered more than 30,000…

Florida beachgoers shocked by sudden geyser

Beachgoers in Fort Myers received a surprise over the weekend when a geyser suddenly shut up out of the sand.

Suspect remains hospitalized after fatal FSU shooting

Two people are dead and several others wounded after a shooting at Florida State University. NBC News’ Marissa Parra has details on…

Memorials dot FSU campus; vigils planned a day after mass shooting

When a 20-year-old opened fire at Florida State University Thursday, terrified students barricaded doors and fled across campus, abandoning chemistry notes and…

Reporter describes FSU mass shooting scene

Reporter Forrest Saunders was at the scene of the Florida State University shooting Thursday.

FSU shooting hits close to home in Parkland

Some of the survivors of the massacre at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School had to relive their trauma on Thursday during a…

Florida man arrested for Chex Mix armed robbery: Cops

A Florida Keys man is accused of confronting a store clerk with a knife after stealing from the store.

LIVE: Active shooter reported at Florida State University

Live coverage: Active shooter reported on Florida State University campus

At least four people have been hospitalized after a reported “active shooter” situation on the Florida State University campus. Live coverage from…

Breaking News: Multiple people hospitalized after shooting at Florida State University

Joe Jonas in town to make sweet South Florida reveal

Joe Jonas is “Burning Up” South Florida, in town to spill some tea and show fans he’s a “Sucker” for cafecito.