Florida’s 2024 SNAP error rate topped 15%, and a troubled MyACCESS portal has advocates warning that tightened paperwork could cost the state nearly $1 billion. Lawmakers are racing to act.

A 44-year-old was arrested after a juvenile suffered a severe neck laceration on South Atlantic Avenue Saturday night. Police say the suspect was captured near the Main Street pier.

A juvenile was arrested after shooting at homes and vehicles in the Summerwell Avian Pointe subdivision in Apopka, with no injuries reported. An investigation is ongoing.

Two brush fires in Osceola County prompted evacuations and a significant response from multiple fire agencies; no injuries or structure damage was reported.

A family‑run Georgia smokehouse has landed at Ocala’s Paddock Market, moving from food‑truck roots to a full restaurant with a bar, brisket plates and late‑night music.

A late‑January freeze pushed wholesale gas prices sky‑high and left Leesburg’s utilities with roughly $3.3 million in losses; officials are passing small gas and electric increases to customers.

An AP literature lesson at Lake Howell High drew parental complaints after a "Genderbread" infographic was shown; Seminole County officials say the teacher is on leave and the district is investigating. The case hinges on how state rules define age‑appropriate instruction.

A Florida golf cart dealership suffered a severe fire, destroying several vehicles and causing significant damage, with the cause under investigation by Orange County Fire Rescue.

A federal judge found an arrest warrant invalid and ordered a Central Florida realtor freed after roughly a month in ICE custody, spotlighting a disputed "rebooking" practice.

Residents at a Kissimmee RV park say Turnpike construction is coating RVs and homes in soot, dust and diesel fumes.

A stabbing at Ferran Park left one man injured and prompted Eustis Police Chief Craig Capri to press the city for homelessness services as patrols ramp up.

An on‑court dispute at a Volusia County pickleball match left one player hurt and a married couple arrested on felony battery allegations. Local reports say deputies made the arrests after the Tuesday altercation.

A Vero Beach man is jailed after telling police he killed his 76‑year‑old grandmother and later used her cards, officials say. Investigators are processing evidence while murder charges remain pending.