Dad creates stunning Disney sidewalk art to brighten Lutz neighborhood
Even though Walt Disney World has been closed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 lockdown, a local artist brought Disney characters to his neighborhood, creating portraits of Ariel, Lady and the Tramp, and others with sidewalk chalk.
Even though Walt Disney World has been closed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 lockdown, a local artist brought Disney characters to his neighborhood, creating portraits of Ariel, Lady and the Tramp, and others with sidewalk chalk.
Pa. fugitive, homicide suspect arrested on newly-reopened Florida beach
A warrant was issued for Mario Matthew Gatti's arrest after the fatal shooting of 33-year-old Michael Coover, Jr. in January.
A warrant was issued for Mario Matthew Gatti's arrest after the fatal shooting of 33-year-old Michael Coover, Jr. in January.
Dozens flock to Jacksonville beaches as coronavirus restrictions ease
People were seen walking on Jacksonville Beach, Florida, on Saturday, April 18, one day after beaches in the area reopened amid an easing of restrictions aimed to slow the spread of the new coronavirus, COVID-19.
People were seen walking on Jacksonville Beach, Florida, on Saturday, April 18, one day after beaches in the area reopened amid an easing of restrictions aimed to slow the spread of the new coronavirus, COVID-19.
Florida students will continue distance learning through rest of school year
Florida’s public school students will not set foot back on campus before summer. Students in grades K-12 will continue with distance learning through the rest of the school year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Florida’s public school students will not set foot back on campus before summer. Students in grades K-12 will continue with distance learning through the rest of the school year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Self-described Florida 'church' ordered to stop selling coronavirus 'cure'
Prosecutors filed the motion in a South Florida court, requesting a temporary restraining order against the Genesis II Church of Health and Healing. The complaint argues that the “church” cures are dangerous and that the “church” is in fact a secular organization.
Prosecutors filed the motion in a South Florida court, requesting a temporary restraining order against the Genesis II Church of Health and Healing. The complaint argues that the “church” cures are dangerous and that the “church” is in fact a secular organization.
#FloridaMorons trends on social media as residents flock to reopened beaches
While many users shared images of the crowds, others posted memes criticizing the governor and other Florida leaders.
While many users shared images of the crowds, others posted memes criticizing the governor and other Florida leaders.
Florida pub removes $10K stapled to walls for unemployed staff
The history of Fort Lauderdale restaurant Hott Leggz is written with magic marker on thousands of dollar bills stapled to the walls and ceiling.
The history of Fort Lauderdale restaurant Hott Leggz is written with magic marker on thousands of dollar bills stapled to the walls and ceiling.
Florida county reopens beaches with restrictions
Governor Ron DeSantis gave the green light for some beaches and parks to reopen if it can be done safely after being closed because of the coronavirus.
Governor Ron DeSantis gave the green light for some beaches and parks to reopen if it can be done safely after being closed because of the coronavirus.
75-year-old Citrus County woman found alive in ravine 9 days after going missing
A 75-year-old woman who was reported missing over a week ago has been found alive.
A 75-year-old woman who was reported missing over a week ago has been found alive.
‘She didn’t have a mask’: Husband believes Florida ICU nurse found dead in home had COVID-19
The husband of a Florida nurse who recently died of what he believes were complications of COVID-19 says his wife did not have the proper safety equipment while dealing with sick patients.
The husband of a Florida nurse who recently died of what he believes were complications of COVID-19 says his wife did not have the proper safety equipment while dealing with sick patients.
'Most Florida thing ever:' Ring video shows stranger capturing alligator in front of Port Richey home
A Pasco County homeowner had a good laugh after receiving a notification from his home surveillance camera -- someone was in the middle of capturing a gator at his front door.
A Pasco County homeowner had a good laugh after receiving a notification from his home surveillance camera -- someone was in the middle of capturing a gator at his front door.
Florida animal shelter's kennels empty 'for the first time in history' after every dog adopted
For the first time in its history, a Florida animal shelter's kennels were completely emptied after all of the dogs were adopted.
For the first time in its history, a Florida animal shelter's kennels were completely emptied after all of the dogs were adopted.
Polk K-9 back to work after being stabbed in the head by suspect
A Polk sheriff's K-9 is back on the job just two-and-a-half weeks after being stabbed in the head by a burglary suspect.
A Polk sheriff's K-9 is back on the job just two-and-a-half weeks after being stabbed in the head by a burglary suspect.
With a big smile on his face, Bradenton's boy birthday becomes extra special with surprise drive-by parade
A Bradenton boy with Down syndrome was excited to turn 11 years old, until the coronavirus interrupted his plans. But it took the community to step in and make his birthday special anyway.
A Bradenton boy with Down syndrome was excited to turn 11 years old, until the coronavirus interrupted his plans. But it took the community to step in and make his birthday special anyway.
Central Florida woman withdrawing part of coronavirus stimulus payment finds $8.5 million in bank account
The woman said she was withdrawing money from an ATM at a Sanford Wawa when she spotted the account's balance at $8.5 million.
The woman said she was withdrawing money from an ATM at a Sanford Wawa when she spotted the account's balance at $8.5 million.
Sheriff: Drug suspect committed murder 1 day after being released from jail in coronavirus purge
On March 19, a drug suspect with a lengthy rap sheet was released as part of Hillsborough County’s efforts to thin out the jail population amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. One day later, deputies say, he committed murder.
On March 19, a drug suspect with a lengthy rap sheet was released as part of Hillsborough County’s efforts to thin out the jail population amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. One day later, deputies say, he committed murder.
Florida judge to attorneys: Get out of bed, get dressed for Zoom hearings
A Florida judge has one request for attorneys showing up for court hearings via Zoom: Get out of bed and put on some clothes!
A Florida judge has one request for attorneys showing up for court hearings via Zoom: Get out of bed and put on some clothes!
Large Florida Easter cookout broken up by police amid coronavirus stay-at-home order
More than 100 people gathered outside an affordable housing complex in the Florida Panhandle for an Easter cookout Sunday, defying social distancing measures amid the coronavirus outbreak before police arrived to break up the scene.
More than 100 people gathered outside an affordable housing complex in the Florida Panhandle for an Easter cookout Sunday, defying social distancing measures amid the coronavirus outbreak before police arrived to break up the scene.
Florida Surgeon General says social distancing, wearing face masks might be the new normal
“As long as we are going to have COVID in the environment, and this is a tough virus, we are going to have to practice these measures so we are all protected," the Surgeon General and Florida Department of Health Secretary Scott Rivkees said.
“As long as we are going to have COVID in the environment, and this is a tough virus, we are going to have to practice these measures so we are all protected," the Surgeon General and Florida Department of Health Secretary Scott Rivkees said.
Florida deems WWE 'essential business' amid coronavirus outbreak
WWE to tape live shows if the location is closed to the general public
WWE to tape live shows if the location is closed to the general public