The "Pam Rock Act" to enforce tougher measures on dangerous dog ownership in Florida awaits Governor DeSantis's signature, following unanimous legislative support.

Florida AG Uthmeier's office arrests Joseph Chacon, concluding a Medicaid fraud case involving over $5 million stolen by billing for non-existent trips.

A 16-year-old student from Oak Ridge High School in Orlando died after being hit by a car while crossing the road on her way to school. Grief counselors are aiding the school community, while the FHP investigates.

A Florida police officer halted an unmanned boat speeding at 40 mph after the operator was ejected. His brave leap onto the vessel ended the ordeal with minor injuries for the boater.

A licensed alligator trapper, Mike Dragich, captured a large alligator on I-95 in Jacksonville, Florida, with local authorities' help, securing and removing the reptile safely.

A Florida special needs teacher is accused of abusing a 5-year-old autistic student, resulting in her arrest and the school district's cooperation with law enforcement.

Regina Hill, an ex-Orlando commissioner, awaits a pre-trial for allegedly exploiting an elderly woman financially, facing serious charges and potential prison time.

Orlando's forecast includes sunny days with possible showers and thunderstorms, highs in mid-80s to 90 degrees.

Xavier Williams' funeral in Connecticut was a time of mourning and remembrance, attended by those wearing blue in his honor. His mother and her boyfriend face serious charges in his death.

A fatal accident on SR 408 in Orange County involved a Ford Focus hitting a stationary Dodge Durango, causing one death and three serious injuries. Traffic was disrupted but has reopened.

Osceola County, Florida, imposed a burn ban due to severe drought conditions measured by the Keetch-Byram Drought Index.

New congestion relief lanes opened on I-4 at Champions Gate, expanding the road from three to four lanes in each direction.

A crash on Florida's Turnpike due to a possible tire malfunction resulted in five deaths and seven injuries; the highway was closed but later reopened.