Survivors of the Pulse nightclub shooting voiced safety concerns about the building's structure ahead of a planned visit, with a recent photo revealing a blocked exit from the 2016 tragedy.

The Volusia County Commission has made a section of Ormond Beach permanently dog-friendly after a successful two-year trial, with minimal incidents reported.

Volusia County Schools launches a pilot for Evolv, an AI weapon detection system at Atlantic High School, to enhance campus safety, with the potential to expand it district-wide.

An apartment fire in St. Cloud hospitalized three people, including a child. Firefighters contained the blaze, which began in a garage. The cause is under investigation.

Orlando's weather forecast promises sunny days with high temperatures reaching 92 degrees by Sunday, but a chance of showers will arise early next week.

Authorities seek public help to identify a woman who scammed an elderly person, posing as a PayPal courier. The Marion County Sheriff's Office requests tips, which may lead to a reward.

Donna Elkins in Melbourne, Florida, is charged with aiming a pellet gun at two fishing boys and threatening them. Her husband disarmed her, ending the incident.

Pinellas County deputies shot a woman who fled a traffic stop, claimed the CIA was after her, and later brandished a gun. She's critically wounded; seven deputies are on leave pending an investigation.

Two former Brevard County educators were charged over a party with underage drinking. Elizabeth Hill-Brodigan faces child neglect and other charges; Karly Anderson is charged with disorderly conduct.

A man in Daytona Beach was arrested for sexually assaulting a minor; he could face up to 15 years in prison. The investigation began after a report in late 2024.

Tech industry groups challenge Florida's new law that aims to increase age restrictions on social media to protect minors, citing First Amendment rights and current platform safeguards for youths.

Florida Governor DeSantis advocates for $1,000 property tax cuts, amidst varied tax relief proposals and concerns over their long-term sustainability.

Universal Orlando Resort is launching a "National Epic Universe Portal Tour" starting this spring to preview its new theme park. The tour will feature a 30-foot model and showcase attractions.