Tim Dorsey, who mixed comedy and murder in his Florida-based novels, dies at 62
Tim Dorsey, a former police and courts newspaper reporter who found lasting fame as the creator of the crime-comedy novel series starring Serge A. Storms, an energetic fan of Florida history and an ingenious serial killer, has died. He was 62.
Central Florida man's $20 convenience store trip yields whopping $5 million payout
Johnson chose to receive his winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $3.96 million.
Florida woman stabs boyfriend's eye with rabies needle because he was looking at other women, police say
A Florida woman has found herself behind bars after she allegedly stabbed her boyfriend with rabies needles because he was apparently looking at other women, according to the police report.
Rare 1966 'Big Tank' Corvette up for auction in Pasco County
If you love cars, maybe you’ve heard the term "Barn Find." It means a special car that’s found preserved in a barn or sometimes a garage. It’s as though the car had been in a time capsule, often for decades.
Suspect arrested in double fatal stabbing that left 14-year-old girl, woman dead: Tampa police
A suspect was arrested in Maryland on Monday after a woman and a teen girl were fatally stabbed in Tampa Sunday morning, according to investigators.
Video: 'Croczilla' spotted sunbathing by water in Florida’s Everglades National Park: 'What a lucky day'
A beloved crocodile nicknamed "Croczilla" was spotted sunbathing by the water in Florida’s Everglades National Park, while showing off its impressive set of teeth.
Florida man arrested in road rage fit that began with tossed cup of coffee at Chick-fil-A, deputies say
A Palm Coast man is facing three felony charges after someone threw a cup of coffee at him Saturday morning, deputies said.
'I love you all': Retiring pilot goes viral for tearful speech, before final flight takes off from Florida
A retiring pilot has gone viral on TikTok for a heartwarming, tearful speech he gave during his last flight that took off from Fort Myers, Florida.
Chick-fil-A location launches option on app to have food delivered by drone
The popular fast food chain is testing a free drone delivery option at one location, which can currently be delivered to locations within 1.2 miles of the restaurant.
Watch: Florida paddleboarder captures magical moment as manatee creates rainbow greeting
A paddleboarder in Florida had a whimsical encounter with a manatee during a day out in Ocala.
Disney employees give dirty details about Most Magical Place on Earth guests: 'Code H'
Sometimes, bodily urges come while standing in the lengthy lines at Walt Disney World, with employees of the theme park sharing candid details of kids and adults alike defecating, urinating and throwing up while in line.
Colossal dust devil appears out of nowhere at Florida work site: 'Run for your life!'
It was a terrifying sight when a massive dust devil seemingly appeared out of nowhere at a Florida work site last week.
86-year-old man dies after son runs him over several times at Treasure Island bar: Deputies
An 86-year-old man was run over by a truck on Saturday night and died at the hospital, according to officials.
‘Take Care of Maya': Jury finds Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital liable, awards damages in $200M case
After eight weeks of arguments and testimony, jurors have reached a verdict in the $220 million case against Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital that was the premise of the Netflix documentary ‘Take Care of Maya.’
Florida girl bitten by kinkajou at petting zoo birthday party while trying to feed it lettuce, FWC says
The kinkajou took a bite of the lettuce, and punctured the girl's right index finger in the process.
‘Take Care of Maya’ trial: Jury deliberates in $220M case against All Children's Hospital
After two months, a jury in Sarasota County began deliberations Tuesday afternoon in a $220 million case against Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital that was at the heart of the Netflix documentary ‘Take Care of Maya’.
‘Take Care of Maya’ trial’: Plaintiffs rest in $220M case against Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
After a four-day weekend, jurors listened to the plaintiffs finish presenting their rebuttal in the $220 million case against Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital that was the premise of the Netflix documentary ‘Take Care of Maya’.
Real human skull found for sale at Florida thift store, officials say
A trip down a Halloween aisle at a Florida thrift store led to the discovery of a human skull for sale.
Florida deputies on the hunt for elusive 'Booty Patrol' roaming streets, pulling drivers over
Deputies are on high alert as they try to apprehend an elusive “Booty Patrol" that's causing a stir on the streets of Florida.
Watch: Alligator nabbed after swimming up to Florida beach
Beachgoers in South Florida were in for a wild surprise Monday afternoon when an alligator was spotted floating in the surf at Hillsboro Beach.