Mar-a-Lago receives warning from Palm Beach County over coronavirus mask violations

President Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort received a warning from Palm Beach County over its failure to enforce a mask ordinance at its New Year's Eve party. The club could receive fines of up to $15,000 per future violation.

Suspected U.S. Capitol 'lectern guy' arrested on federal charges in Pinellas County

The smiling 'lectern guy' seen in a now-viral photo taken during this week’s invasion of the U.S. Capitol has been arrested in Pinellas County, records show.

Florida doctor's death after COVID-19 vaccine being investigated

The medical examiner's office in Miami is looking into the death of a doctor who died about two weeks after getting Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine, officials said Friday.

Teacher sprayed student with disinfectant after mask dispute, police say

A Largo High School teacher was arrested Wednesday after allegedly spraying a student with disinfectant because the teen was not wearing a COVID mask properly.

Rep. Crist calls for removal of president under 25th Amendment

U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist (D-FL13) issued a tweet calling for the removal of the President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, as the United States Capitol Building was overtaken by a violent mob Wednesday.

Pongo the giraffe euthanized at Zoo Miami

"He will be terribly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him and the privilege of working with him."

Coast Guard suspends search for Florida-bound boat believed carrying 20 from Bahamas

The U.S. Coast Guard on Friday suspended a search for a boat believed to be carrying about 20 people that failed to return to Florida after traveling from the Bahamas.

Clearwater server shares generous $2,000 tip with co-workers, family

Amy Pham doesn't know why the stranger decided to give her a 6,000% tip on their meal of avocado toast with sausage and a slice of quiche, but she was grateful, nonetheless.

Polk County offering rent and mortgage assistance beginning Tuesday

Polk County will begin using leftover CARES Act funds to help residents who need help with their rent or mortgage payments.