The Florida Police Chiefs Association formally endorsed Sen. Ashley Moody, giving the incumbent a major law‑enforcement boost ahead of the 2026 Senate race.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has opened a probe into potassium bromate, a flour additive flagged by animal studies; the investigation could prompt enforcement or policy changes. Regulators and lawmakers are already watching the issue closely.

A 57-year-old man died after a pickup crossed into oncoming traffic on State Road 100 west of Bunnell; troopers say a truck driver suffered only minor injuries.

Sip n' Smash — from the operators behind Talkin' Tacos — has opened at The Palms at Gate Parkway, bringing smash burgers, shakes and breakfast sandwiches to Jacksonville. Permits and state filings show the concept has been in the works since spring 2025.

Butler Pointe, a 151,006‑square‑foot Southside office building, sold for $14.7M on July 9 to a Fort Lauderdale buyer.

A Jacksonville man struck by lightning while doing yardwork spent three days in a burn unit. Doctors say a 'flashover' may have limited internal injuries.

Neighbors near Jacksonville’s downtown entertainment district mistook loud gunfire for fireworks as police cordoned off East Bay Street and launched an investigation.

A Mayo Clinic‑led effort trained AI on thousands of patch‑test photos to read rash images; early trials show good specificity but more validation is needed.

A three‑vehicle crash in High Springs on Saturday killed a Sarasota woman. Troopers say a Branford pickup rear‑ended her SUV; FHP is investigating.

Northbound I‑95 at Exit 244 near New Smyrna Beach was shut early Monday after a deadly crash; FHP logged a fatality and urged drivers to seek alternate routes.

A woman was arrested after two women were shot at a Murray Drive house party early Sunday. Both victims were treated for non-life-threatening injuries and JSO is seeking tips.

Afternoon storms are likely with gusty winds and heavy downpours. Heat builds later this week as temperatures climb into the 90s.

Police and detectives swarmed The Village at San Jose apartments after a reported shooting; neighbors say a minor was involved and emergency crews took a mother and infant to the hospital.