Florida sues Biden administration over border policies, alleging violation of federal law

The state of Florida is suing the Biden administration over its border policies, claiming officials are either in violation of federal immigration law, or simply abusing their authority.

'Dangerous' suspect accused of killing Florida deputy possibly seen in Georgia

Officers believe they saw the "armed and dangerous" suspect in the deadly shooting of a Florida deputy riding a motorcycle near Hapeville. Now they're asking Georgians to help find him.

Brian Laundrie's mother called 911 on ‘Dog the Bounty Hunter’

North Port police confirmed that Brian Laundrie's mother Roberta called 911 on Dog the Bounty Hunter when he knocked on the family's front door over the weekend.

United Launch Alliance launches Atlas V rocket with satellite onboard

The launch will take place Monday at the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. United Launch Alliance is targeting 2:11 p.m. EST for liftoff.

Gabby Petito case: Florida cowboy says 'no surviving' swamp where police are searching for Brian Laundrie

After Laundrie’s parents pointed authorities toward the Carlton Reserve, a nature preserve Brian was known to frequent, many began to speculate about whether the avid hiker would be equipped to live in the depths of the 25,000-acre woods for weeks on end.

Tampa woman accused of trying to arrange murder of former significant other’s spouse

Federal officers arrested a Tampa woman who tried to hire a hitman to kill her ex's spouse, even offering a bonus if the hit was completed by a specific date. When she didn't get a status update, she asked for the murder to be reassigned to "someone who has a history of getting jobs done."

FBI takes items for 'matching' Brian Laundrie's DNA, family attorney says

Agents with the FBI were at the home of Brian Laundrie's parents Sunday to request personal items they could test and match for DNA, according to the Laundrie family attorney. It's unclear what prompted the request, on the eighth day of the search for Gabby Petito's fiancé.

Hernando County firefighter dies from COVID-19 complications

David Hackett, 44, died from complications of COVID-19 on Saturday evening, according to Hernando County Fire and Emergency Services. 

'Dog the Bounty Hunter' joins the search for Brian Laundrie

Television's Dog the Bounty Hunter is joining the search for Brian Laundrie, the only person wanted in connection with Gabby Petito's disappearance. Saturday, the reality star was seen banging on the screen door of the North Port home, but no one answered.

Florida statute may work to advantage of Brian Laundrie's parents

The circumstances surrounding Brian Laundrie's disappearance have prompted speculation about the alleged role his parents may or may or not have played in helping their son elude authorities. So far, Christopher and Roberta Laundrie have not been charged with any crime, and experts say that could be a tall order under Florida law.

Marvel actor Dave Bautista adopts neglected puppy from Tampa shelter

A neglected puppy who needed surgery after she was found with a metal chain embedded in her neck now has a real-life superhero as her new "dad": Marvel actor and former WWE wrestler Dave Bautista.

Legal expert warns against rush to judgement of Brian Laundrie's parents

As the search for Brian Laundrie – and answers in the death of Gabby Petito – continue, so too does the scrutiny of his parents, Christopher and Roberta Laundrie.