Florida has tied a modern-era record with its eighth execution in one year

A man convicted of fatally shooting two people outside a Jacksonville bar in 1993 as part of an attempted revenge killing was executed Tuesday evening. It was Florida's eighth execution this year, matching a modern-day record. A ninth is slated...

Florida oil drilling plan near Apalachicola faces court appeal

Florida's Department of Environmental Protection denied a permit to Clearwater Land & Minerals to drill for oil near the Apalachicola River. Clearwater Land & Minerals is appealing the decision. An administrative law judge recommended denying the...

Florida Real Estate Market Holds Steady In June

FLORIDA - The median price of a single-family home in Northeast Florida remained unchanged in June. According to the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors (NEFAR), the median price for June was $389,000, consistent with May but down 4%...

Florida News That Impacts You – July 16th, 2025

Florida News That Impacts You – July 16th, 2025 Bottom Line: Your daily recap of the biggest news from around the state that impacts you throughout the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has begun enforcement...

Florida Football 2025: Key Win Total & SEC Outlook for Billy Napier

Florida football is under pressure heading into the 2025 season, with head coach Billy Napier's job on the line. After a late 2024 surge, the Gators need to improve their performance, as Napier stands at a .500 record over his three seasons....

Florida AG identifies wrongful charges under halted immigration law

At least two people have been wrongly charged under a Florida law that outlaws people living in the U.S. illegally from entering the state since a federal judge halted its enforcement, according to a report Florida's attorney general is required...

Florida's new schools commissioner promises to prevent students from being 'indoctrinated' in fiery speech

Photo via Department of Education Education Commissioner Anastasios Kamoutsas delivered his first speech to the State Board of Education Wednesday, quoting the Book of Psalms and promising to work closely with Florida’s top law enforcement officer...

Florida Attorney General Calls For Stricter Gender Rules For Swimmers

Orlando, FL - Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier held a press conference in Orlando on Tuesday, urging U.S. Masters Swimming to implement stricter regulations to prevent transgender women from competing in women’s swimming events. Uthmeier...

Florida attorney general identifies wrongful charges under halted immigration law

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — At least two people have been wrongly charged under a Florida law that outlaws people living in the U.S. illegally from entering the state since a federal judge halted its enforcement, according to a report Florida’s attorney...

Florida puts a man to death for killing 2 outside a bar

STARKE, Fla. — A man convicted of fatally shooting two people outside a Florida bar in 1993 as part of an attempted revenge killing was executed Tuesday evening, the 26th person put to death in the United States this year. Michael Bernard Bell,...

Florida Councilwoman Suspended Over Pulse Post, Claims City Overstepped

A Florida city has suspended one of its council members after old social media posts surfaced. These posts included disturbing comments about victims of the 2016 Pulse nightclub massacre in Orlando. Judith Fike, a Groveland City Councilwoman, was...

Florida store clerk fights back against robber trying to kidnap her

A Florida store clerk fought back after a suspect tried to kidnap her from inside her workplace, video from 29 June shows. Deputies were dispatched to a business in St. Augustine after a 911 caller alerted them to a male subject attempting to...

Florida State University student accused in mass shooting set to go to trial in November

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The trial for the Florida State University student accused of killing two people and wounding six others in a mass shooting on campus in April is set to go to trial this November. At a case management conference in a...

Florida Department of Transportation starts 'Southern Slow Down' campaign to prevent speeding

The Florida Department of Transportation is on the "Southern Slow Down" campaign meant to warn drivers about the dangers of driving too fast.FDOT has teamed up with local law enforcement for this campaign.According to FDOT, higher speeds increase...

Florida man sentenced for targeting elderly Pa. residents as part of burglary spree

CBS News Live CBS News Pittsburgh Live A Florida man will spend the next 2 ½ to 20 years in state prison for his role in targeting elderly western Pennsylvania residents as part of a burglary spree. Steve Nichols, 57, previously pleaded guilty to...

Florida man arrested after theft spree, attempted kidnapping in St. Augustine

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. (WSVN) – Surveillance footage captured a Florida woman’s fight for her life after a man accused of going on a stealing spree in St. Augustine attempted to force her into his vehicle. “Get off of me. Help. Help! Help!” she said....

Florida woman charged for Facebook threats against Trump

A Palm Beach woman is facing serious charges after authorities say she made a violent threat toward President Donald Trump on social media.Stay up to date: The latest headlines and weather from WPBF 25On July 14, 2025, investigators received an...

Florida Child With Special Needs Sets Sail On A Disney Cruise Dream

Lucy Houde, Living with Spina Bifida, Experiences Unforgettable Joy on the High Seas The magic of Disney came alive for Lucy Houde, a vibrant young girl from High Springs living with Spina Bifida, as she embarked on a dream Disney Cruise, courtesy...

Florida State student accused in a mass shooting is set to go to trial in November

Florida woman arrested after 5-year-old girl hospitalized due to ingesting THC gummies: St. Pete police

Hillsborough County crews work six days a week to improve stormwater drainage The ongoing restoration work is part of a larger effort by Hillsborough County Public Works aimed at mitigating flooding risks throughout the area. Officials are hopeful...