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Florida may pass a bill preventing kids under 16 from using social media — What is HB 1?

The Florida House is poised to pass a bill aimed at preventing children under age 16 from using social media, as parts…

Authorities respond to airboat crash in the Florida Everglades

Authorities responded to reports of an airboat crash in the Everglades Wednesday evening.

Authorities crack down on homeless, squatters living on derelict boats in Florida

As the cost of living continues to rise, the Martin County Sheriff’s Office said they are seeing more and more homeless people…

Ex-corrections officer CONFESSES to killing boyfriend, gets 13 years in prison

A South Florida woman who confessed to fatally shooting her boyfriend amid a “toxic relationship” was sentenced to 13 years in prison.On…

Body found in submerged car in Sunrise

Helping to solve mysteries is the passion of the members of Sunshine State Sonar, a St. Petersburg-based search team that uses sonar…

Proposed balloon release legislation moving through Florida

There is now a statewide effort to stop the intentional release of balloons into the sky and out into the environment after…

Crews working to renourish hard-hit South Florida shores

Strong storms caused erosion on South Florida beaches, but renourishment is well underway.

Man arrested for driving without a license after girlfriend’s death

Deputies arrested a man for driving with a suspended license while detectives were investigating his girlfriend’s death on the Florida Turnpike.

3 fugitives connected to Jan. 6 Capitol attack arrested in Florida

AAA not renewing home, car insurance policies for some Florida customers

It claims natural disasters, like hurricanes, have made the risk too costly.

Florida insurance crisis: CFO slams Farmers as ‘woke’ as it pulls out of state

The fallout continues after another major insurance company chose to pull out of Florida’s ailing property insurance market.

Heat index in South Florida could reach 110 degrees until Thursday evening

South Florida’s forecast warns of highs in the mid-90 degrees on Wednesday, but factor in the humidity, and it could feel as…

Fans excited about South Florida arrival of Lionel Messi

International soccer superstar Lionel Messi has arrived in South Florida.

Florida gas price jump 20 cents

Austin Carter reports the increase snapped a 22-day streak of declines.

Florida boy died after being bitten by a dog

The suffered serious trauma to his torso and was airlifted to the hospital

Sargassum seaweed threat to Florida beaches gone

Scientists say the seaweed belt has suffered a mortal blow after a month of unusually strong winds.

Woman injured after personal watercraft she was riding on explodes

A woman was thrown off a personal watercraft when it exploded in the waters off the Florida Keys.

Giant skeleton in Coopery City dressed up for Fourth of July

South Floridians aren’t the only ones celebrating the Fourth of July in South Florida.

Florida man shoots at pool cleaner

Florida man who shot a rifle at his pool cleaner after mistaking the man for an intruder will not face charges.

Florida man on mission to protect humans, dogs from potentially dangerous frog

Madison Adams reports a Naples man captures cane toads, an invasive species that emits a toxin.

Heavy Sunday rains cause flooding in parts of South Florida

Sunday was a soaker as rain fell hard and fast throughout the day in areas across South Florida.

Homeowners insurance gets more expensive in Florida

Florida homeowners are paying more on average for insurance than in any other state in the country, according to the Insurance Information…

Florida deputy gets sucked into storm drain with man he was attempting to save

A dramatic rescue in Escambia County was caught on camera when a deputy who raced in to help people stuck in rapidly…

Woman accidentally slams her car into Florida business

Surveillance cameras were rolling when a woman accidentally slams into Florida business

Florida’s ‘Dr. Deep’ resurfaces after a record 100 days living underwater

A university professor who spent 100 days living underwater at a Florida Keys lodge for scuba divers resurfaced Friday and raised his…

Fugitive wanted in Puerto Rico, Florida arrested

Federal agents arrested Emanduel Victoria, 28, who was a fugitive wanted in both Puerto Rico and South Florida.

Several Florida cities now in the Top 20 for overvalued homes

Jacqueline Quynh reports a study by Florida Atlantic University and Florida International University found Florida has 9 of the 14 most overvalued…

Florida Panthers fans ready to pack the T-Mobile Arena as Stanley Cup Final begins

Florida Panthers fans were out in full force in Las Vegas Saturday as the team gets ready to take on the Golden…

Woman says ‘malicious’, ‘vindictive’ HOA prez towed late husband’s cars as she planned funeral

A South Florida woman is accusing her homeowner’s association of towing away her late husband’s cars while she dealt with his sudden…

Toddler asleep inside stolen car

Florida toddler is now safe, after the car he was riding in was stolen and the suspect who stole it, dropped him…

Jury selection continues in trial of ex-Parkland school deputy

Jury selection began Wednesday in the trial of a former Florida sheriff’s deputy charged with failing to confront the shooter who killed…

2 bears take a dip in Florida pool

Two bears got some relief from the Florida heat by taking a dip inside a Naples couple’s pool.

Panthers fans flock to FLA Live Arena after team releases merchandise ahead of Stanley Cup Finals

Florida Panthers fans were flocking to FLA Live Arena Thursday morning to purchase brand-new Eastern Conference Championship merchandise.

Florida man loses arm after gator encounter

Man in Southwest Florida is attacked by an alligator behind a bar

Immigration reform bill introduced by South Florida Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar

U.S. Rep Maria Elvira Salazar on Tuesday introduced legislation that she said was a bi-partisan effort to reform immigration

911 call released after man bitten by shark in Florida Keys

Many believe construction sites across South Florida are empty due to new immigration law

Videos circulating on social media show several construction sites in Florida, reportedly abandoned by immigrant workers after the state’s new immigration law…

Farmworkers fear new Florida immigration law

“The community is worried” over a new Florida immigration law, an advocate for farmworkers says.

Keys residents still looking for another home after balcony collapses at apartment complex

Nearly one month after a concrete balcony collapsed at an apartment complex in the Florida Keys, many residents said they are still…

‘People aren’t showing up to work,’ South Florida workers already feeling heat of immigration bill

Construction workers say many employees have not showed up to work because they fear deportation.

Florida parent facing charges after striking a Marion County school bus aid

A florida parent is facing charges after striking a Marion County school bus aid.

South Florida mother heartbroken after music producer killed in triple shooting

A South Florida mother is living a nightmare after her son was murdered.

South Florida teacher facing disturbing charges related to sexual abuse of children

A South Florida teacher has been arrested and charged in at least two incidents of inappropriate behavior with children.

Florida suspect in deaths of 3 children and their mother fatally shot by law enforcement during mote

A Florida suspect in the deaths of three children and their mother was fatally shot by law enforcement after an hours-long standoff…

Powerboat racers go flying in Florida Keys

Wild video making the rounds online shows a powerboat spinning out in rough waters in the Florida Keys. In seconds, two people…

Immigration bill moving in Florida legislature

Immigration bill moving in the Florida Legislature would require businesses to use E-Verify System.

Florida trappers pull two gators out of a pond

FWC trappers pull two alligators from a Florida pond after man is bitten

Florida man charged in Uber Eats driver’s death

The driver’s remains were found at a house in trash bags and a cooler.

Residents of Florida Keys remote island concerned after blaze consumes home

A fire over the weekend on a remote island in the Florida Keys is under investigation, and has neighbors who live mostly…