Deadly wildlife encounters spark safety warnings
Officials in Florida held a news conference to provide more information on the investigation into an alligator attack that killed a 31-year-old woman. This comes after a young man died late last week after being pulled into the water by a crocodile near a beach adjacent to the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa Friday night. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about the dangers of wildlife this summer with outdoor adventurer and wildlife expert, Forrest Galante.
Officials in Florida held a news conference to provide more information on the investigation into an alligator attack that killed a 31-year-old woman. This comes after a young man died late last week after being pulled into the water by a crocodile near a beach adjacent to the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa Friday night. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about the dangers of wildlife this summer with outdoor adventurer and wildlife expert, Forrest Galante.
FL police say one dead after officer involved shooting
We are learning more as the St. Petersburg Police Department is investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred Sunday morning in Florida. According to our partners at FOX 13 Tampa Bay, the officer involved was not hurt, but a man was injured and transported to a local hospital. Law enforcement officials later confirmed in a press conference that the individual who provoked the police shooting later died from their injuries. They also said that there continues to be an an ongoing investigation and updates will be released as they become available.
We are learning more as the St. Petersburg Police Department is investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred Sunday morning in Florida. According to our partners at FOX 13 Tampa Bay, the officer involved was not hurt, but a man was injured and transported to a local hospital. Law enforcement officials later confirmed in a press conference that the individual who provoked the police shooting later died from their injuries. They also said that there continues to be an an ongoing investigation and updates will be released as they become available.
Palisades Fire verdict: Jury deadlocked; Florida man charged with starting historic California fire
A Los Angeles jury has announced it is deadlocked in the trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man charged with setting a fire that officials said eventually became the Palisades Fire.
A Los Angeles jury has announced it is deadlocked in the trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man charged with setting a fire that officials said eventually became the Palisades Fire.
Florida man accused of kidnapping teen, hiding her in dryer
A Florida man was arrested after allegedly kidnapping a teenage girl and hiding her inside a clothes dryer at his Key Largo home, authorities said.
A Florida man was arrested after allegedly kidnapping a teenage girl and hiding her inside a clothes dryer at his Key Largo home, authorities said.
Federal report finds Surfside condo collapse began weeks before building fell
A federal investigation has concluded that the collapse of the Champlain Towers South condominium in Surfside, Florida, began weeks before the building came crashing down in June 2021, killing 98 people.
A federal investigation has concluded that the collapse of the Champlain Towers South condominium in Surfside, Florida, began weeks before the building came crashing down in June 2021, killing 98 people.
Anna Kepner's accused killer ordered into custody of US Marshals Service: Court documents
The Florida teen accused of attacking and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard a family cruise vacation has had his release conditions revoked and has been ordered into custody of the U.S. Marshals Service, according to newly-unsealed court documents.
The Florida teen accused of attacking and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard a family cruise vacation has had his release conditions revoked and has been ordered into custody of the U.S. Marshals Service, according to newly-unsealed court documents.
Cruise passenger sues Royal Caribbean after tripping over mobility scooter
A Florida woman has filed a lawsuit against Royal Caribbean Cruises, saying the cruise line’s negligence led to injuries she suffered after tripping over a mobility scooter in a crowded casino aboard one of the company’s ships.
A Florida woman has filed a lawsuit against Royal Caribbean Cruises, saying the cruise line’s negligence led to injuries she suffered after tripping over a mobility scooter in a crowded casino aboard one of the company’s ships.
Irate Disney World guest shattered glasses, ripped cast member's name tag in restaurant fight: Affidavit
A woman was arrested at Walt Disney World's Contemporary Resort after she allegedly dumped water on a restaurant manager, shattered multiple glasses, and took a cast member's name tag because she was upset her family was unable to all sit at the same table, according to the arrest affidavit.
A woman was arrested at Walt Disney World's Contemporary Resort after she allegedly dumped water on a restaurant manager, shattered multiple glasses, and took a cast member's name tag because she was upset her family was unable to all sit at the same table, according to the arrest affidavit.
Florida owl gets stuck between tree trunks, Pasco County Fire Rescue crew swoops in to save bird
Pasco County Fire Rescue saved a trapped owl after the bird became wedged tightly between two tree trunks.
Pasco County Fire Rescue saved a trapped owl after the bird became wedged tightly between two tree trunks.
DeSantis pushes Florida property tax relief proposal
We are learning more this week about Gov. Ron DeSantis' proposal for a sweeping property tax cut. Local governments are reportedly beginning to discuss how much revenue they would lose as a result. A special session will begin Monday where lawmakers will consider raising the homestead exemption from $50,000 to $250,000 over the course of two years. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Kimberly Leonard from POLITICO as DeSantis insists that the new proposal could protect public safety and schools.
We are learning more this week about Gov. Ron DeSantis' proposal for a sweeping property tax cut. Local governments are reportedly beginning to discuss how much revenue they would lose as a result. A special session will begin Monday where lawmakers will consider raising the homestead exemption from $50,000 to $250,000 over the course of two years. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Kimberly Leonard from POLITICO as DeSantis insists that the new proposal could protect public safety and schools.
Woman dies after snorkeling trip off Key West
A 63-year-old Mississippi woman died after being found unresponsive while snorkeling near Mule Key off Key West.
A 63-year-old Mississippi woman died after being found unresponsive while snorkeling near Mule Key off Key West.
RPT: Trump preps for collapse of Cuban government
We are now learning from new reporting from Axios that according to a U.S. official, President Donald Trump is preparing for the possible collapse of Cuba's totalitarian government as early as this summer. This comes as nearly 3 million Cubans experience water supplies dwindling daily because of a severe oil shortage. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Marc Caputo from Axios as The Associated Press reports that Cuba's water system is operating with only 37% of the required fuel as the island nation faces a worsening energy crisis.
We are now learning from new reporting from Axios that according to a U.S. official, President Donald Trump is preparing for the possible collapse of Cuba's totalitarian government as early as this summer. This comes as nearly 3 million Cubans experience water supplies dwindling daily because of a severe oil shortage. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Marc Caputo from Axios as The Associated Press reports that Cuba's water system is operating with only 37% of the required fuel as the island nation faces a worsening energy crisis.
Trump continues pressure campaign on Cuban government
According to Fox News reporter Amy Galo, there is a growing sense of unrest in Cuba as the government in the country continues to fight island-wide blackouts and a collapsing economy. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Galo as Cubans continue to react to the indictment of former President Raúl Castro. LiveNOW is also speaking with retired Marine Corps intelligence officer and strategic risk assessment professional Hal Kempfer as we track the latest developments out of Cuba.
According to Fox News reporter Amy Galo, there is a growing sense of unrest in Cuba as the government in the country continues to fight island-wide blackouts and a collapsing economy. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Galo as Cubans continue to react to the indictment of former President Raúl Castro. LiveNOW is also speaking with retired Marine Corps intelligence officer and strategic risk assessment professional Hal Kempfer as we track the latest developments out of Cuba.
Is 'Alligator Alcatraz' closing? Florida congressman speaks at ICE detention center
State leaders are addressing the rumored June closure of the Everglades Detention Facility, known as "Alligator Alcatraz." A May 26 press conference comes before a tour of the facility.
State leaders are addressing the rumored June closure of the Everglades Detention Facility, known as "Alligator Alcatraz." A May 26 press conference comes before a tour of the facility.
Florida biologist awarded $485K settlement after firing tied to Charlie Kirk death post
The State of Florida will have to pay a former Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation employee nearly half a million dollars after she was fired for a social media post criticizing Charlie Kirk after his death.
The State of Florida will have to pay a former Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation employee nearly half a million dollars after she was fired for a social media post criticizing Charlie Kirk after his death.
Florida lawyer, influencer daughter arrested in alleged murder-for-hire plot
A popular TikTok influencer has been arrested for allegedly conspiring with her father and boyfriend to hire someone to kill her ex-boyfriend and the father of her child, singer Jack Avery.
A popular TikTok influencer has been arrested for allegedly conspiring with her father and boyfriend to hire someone to kill her ex-boyfriend and the father of her child, singer Jack Avery.
Mr. Ginger, smallest and youngest rescued Sloth World sloth, has died, zoo says
Mr. Ginger, the youngest and smallest sloth rescued from Sloth World Orlando and brought to the Central Florida Zoo, has died, the zoo said. He was humanely euthanized on Friday afternoon, FOX 35 has learned.
Mr. Ginger, the youngest and smallest sloth rescued from Sloth World Orlando and brought to the Central Florida Zoo, has died, the zoo said. He was humanely euthanized on Friday afternoon, FOX 35 has learned.
'Thank You, Jesus': Survivor recounts moments after plane crashed off Florida coast into ocean
When Olympia Outten heard the sounds of the U.S. Space Force plane and a rescue helicopter, she said she jumped for joy in the middle of her life raft, while waiving an emergency flag.
When Olympia Outten heard the sounds of the U.S. Space Force plane and a rescue helicopter, she said she jumped for joy in the middle of her life raft, while waiving an emergency flag.
Florida alligator caught on video eating smaller gator at Gatorland
Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.
Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.
Florida deputy survives stabbing after man tries to kill him, sheriff's office says
A Florida deputy, Robert Fitch, was attacked and stabbed several times when responding to a call on May 13. Detectives say the reported stabber was trying to kill Deputy Fitch.
A Florida deputy, Robert Fitch, was attacked and stabbed several times when responding to a call on May 13. Detectives say the reported stabber was trying to kill Deputy Fitch.