Florida

Florida 8 hours ago

Florida woman tells police Walmart shoplifting spree was a 'game': 'It's really, really fun'

A Florida woman admitted to stealing a cartfull of merchandise from a Walmart store, saying that she was playing a "really fun" game called "21."

LIFESTYLE 12 hours ago

Florida golfer photographs alligator with giant turtle locked in its jaws: 'Never seen anything like this'

A man was who was golfing at a Naples, Florida, golf course witnessed a scene that left him stunned — a massive alligator had used its jaws to crack through the shell of a large turtle.

South Carolina Gamecocks 14 hours ago

Missing ex-South Carolina quarterback found alive on a kayak in the Florida Gulf after fishing trip goes awry

A dramatic search for ex-South Carolina quarterback Chris Smelley ended well on Thursday night when rescue teams located him roughly two miles offshore on a kayak in the Florida Gulf.

CRIME 16 hours ago

Fort Lauderdale police, gunman exchange fire in hotel after phony 'murder' 911 text, bodycam shows

Bodycam video shows the moment Fort Lauderdale police and gunman, who claimed he killed someone in a hotel, exchanged gunfire, which injured one officer

Florida 18 hours ago

Florida launches emergency response to investigate 'erratic' behavior of endangered fish

The smalltooth sawfish, ancient marine creatures, are displaying unusual behavior and experiencing a significant increase in mortality rates in Florida waters.

Police and Law Enforcement 22 hours ago

Florida sheriff warns squatters he will be their 'worst enemy' and has a place for them in jail

Sheriff of Polk County, Florida, warns squatters not to try gimmicking their way in his jurisdiction.

TRAVEL 1 day ago

Universal Epic Universe pulls back the curtain on upcoming ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ land

Universal unveiled details about one of the lands that is part of Epic Universe, How to Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk. The destination features exciting new rides, dining spots and more.

Florida 1 day ago

Elderly couple fatally shot at Florida home; police on lookout for stolen car

Police in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, are searching for a 2014 Ford Focus likely stolen from Major and Claudette Melvin, 89 and 87, after they were murdered last Friday.

Florida 1 day ago

Florida man ‘sick of caring’ for friend’s cats accused of killing felines: authorities

A Florida man faces multiple counts of cruelty to animals after surrendering seven cats to the SPCA, five of which were dead at the time.

CRIME 1 day ago

Ashley Biden diary theft: Suspect attends hearing remotely from Florida as judge delays sentencing

The suspect who stole Ashely Biden's diary, Aimee Harris, will have her sentencing delayed once again. Her attorney said Harris is making plans to appear in person.