NWS Miami warned boaters on Lake Okeechobee Saturday afternoon to seek safe harbor as storms brought gusts over 34 knots and steep waves.

The Morse Museum will replace its McKean Pavilion this summer with a new 3,000‑square‑foot space to expand classes and community programming while galleries remain open.

One person died after a water-rescue call at Loughman Lake in Brevard County Saturday; an airboat was involved and the FWC is investigating.

The AAU Junior Volleyball Nationals return to Orlando June 160July 10, bringing nearly 80,000 athletes and an estimated $760.8M boost to Central Florida.

A 46-year-old Orlando man was killed Saturday in a collision at U.S. 41 and County Road 335 in Levy County. Troopers say a sedan failed to stop at a stop sign before the crash.

Hot, muggy day with highs near 93°F and a 40% chance of late‑afternoon storms. Heat index may top 100°F—plan outdoor activities for the morning.

Equipment bound for England’s Kansas City base was taken in transit. Two people were arrested and police are investigating ahead of Wednesday’s opener.

A Groveland multi‑agency raid led to the arrest of a 39‑year‑old man accused of cocaine trafficking after officers seized roughly 31 grams of cocaine and crack and a firearm.

Federal prosecutors allege Orlando and Mount Dora residents ran a $6.7M kickback scheme that routed corporate contracts to a Florida vendor and produced lavish payouts.

The Air Force is studying a proposed 50‑acre launch complex about two miles from Port Canaveral; officials warn launches could intermittently restrict navigation. The EA is now under way.

State regulators let a Longwood nursing college stay open while capping new admissions after low NCLEX pass rates and a probationary license. The decision leaves students and reviewers watching closely.

Pittsburgh’s NAI Burns Scalo acquired Fort Myers brokerage Commercial Property Southwest Florida and is positioning its construction and capital teams to develop along the Tampa–Fort Myers corridor.

Two drive-by shootings hit Eustis within 90 minutes; police identified five suspects, seized a rifle and have made multiple arrests as the investigation continues.