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.
'Alligator Alcatraz,' Florida's controversial immigrant detention center, to close: reports
Florida has spent over $1 million a day to run its "Alligator Alcatraz" immigrant detention center in the Everglades. It's still waiting on $608 million in reimbursement from the U.S. government.
Florida has spent over $1 million a day to run its "Alligator Alcatraz" immigrant detention center in the Everglades. It's still waiting on $608 million in reimbursement from the U.S. government.
Several hospitalized after possible boat explosion in Miami: MDFR
11 people have been hospitalized after a possible boat explosion at Haulover Sandbar in Miami Beach on Saturday, according to Miami-Dade Fire Rescue.
11 people have been hospitalized after a possible boat explosion at Haulover Sandbar in Miami Beach on Saturday, according to Miami-Dade Fire Rescue.
50+ sloths dead in failed Sloth World project; Florida leaders want accountability
Florida leaders and sloth experts are calling for more accountability over Sloth World after dozens of sloths connected to the previously planned attraction have died.
Florida leaders and sloth experts are calling for more accountability over Sloth World after dozens of sloths connected to the previously planned attraction have died.
3 'Sloth World' sloths rescued from Florida warehouse have died: What we know
The Central Florida Zoo announced Tuesday the death of Dumpling, one of 13 Sloth World sloths brought under its care in critical condition after being kept in a warehouse on International Drive.
The Central Florida Zoo announced Tuesday the death of Dumpling, one of 13 Sloth World sloths brought under its care in critical condition after being kept in a warehouse on International Drive.
Watch: ‘Monster’ bull shark attacks Florida fisherman's kayak
A peaceful day kayaking in Florida turned into a close encounter with a massive bull shark. The shocking moment was caught on camera.
A peaceful day kayaking in Florida turned into a close encounter with a massive bull shark. The shocking moment was caught on camera.
Lawmakers in Florida approve redistricting map
LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, a former United States Representative from Florida, after lawmakers in the state approved a sweeping congressional redistricting overhaul during a recent special session. According to our partners at FOX 13 Tampa Bay, the motion advances a controversial new map that could dramatically reshape the state’s political boundaries and spark immediate legal battles.
LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, a former United States Representative from Florida, after lawmakers in the state approved a sweeping congressional redistricting overhaul during a recent special session. According to our partners at FOX 13 Tampa Bay, the motion advances a controversial new map that could dramatically reshape the state’s political boundaries and spark immediate legal battles.
Florida House, Senate pass Gov. Ron DeSantis' proposed redrawn congressional map
Florida House and Senate passed a redrawn congressional map that could allow the GOP to gain four additional seats.
Florida House and Senate passed a redrawn congressional map that could allow the GOP to gain four additional seats.
USF murder suspect reportedly asked ChatGPT for help
We are learning more this week as a Florida man accused of killing two University of South Florida graduate students reportedly used ChatGPT to assist him days before the double murders, according to court documents. Hisham Abugharbieh, 26, is accused of killing his 27-year-old roommate Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy, Limon's girlfriend. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Blake Devine from our partners at FOX 13 Tampa after Abugharbieh was seen barricading himself in a home for over an hour Friday morning.
We are learning more this week as a Florida man accused of killing two University of South Florida graduate students reportedly used ChatGPT to assist him days before the double murders, according to court documents. Hisham Abugharbieh, 26, is accused of killing his 27-year-old roommate Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy, Limon's girlfriend. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Blake Devine from our partners at FOX 13 Tampa after Abugharbieh was seen barricading himself in a home for over an hour Friday morning.
Roommate charged with killing 2 missing USF students; one found dead, search continues for second
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has upgraded charges against Hisham Abugharbieh in connection to the disappearance of two USF students.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has upgraded charges against Hisham Abugharbieh in connection to the disappearance of two USF students.
Fugitive accused of plotting mass shooting at New Orleans festival arrested in Florida
A North Carolina man who reportedly threatened a mass shooting in New Orleans has been arrested in Florida.
A North Carolina man who reportedly threatened a mass shooting in New Orleans has been arrested in Florida.
Teen pleads not guilty in stepsister's cruise death
We are now learning that Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old boy accused of raping and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, during a family cruise vacation, has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him. This new information comes from recently released court records. Kepner, 18, was found dead in her cabin on the Carnival Horizon cruise ship on November 7, 2025. According to our partners at FOX 35 Orlando, records in an unrelated case indicate Kepner was found wrapped in a blanket under the bed. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is learning the latest on this case from FOX 35’s Esther Bower.
We are now learning that Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old boy accused of raping and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, during a family cruise vacation, has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him. This new information comes from recently released court records. Kepner, 18, was found dead in her cabin on the Carnival Horizon cruise ship on November 7, 2025. According to our partners at FOX 35 Orlando, records in an unrelated case indicate Kepner was found wrapped in a blanket under the bed. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is learning the latest on this case from FOX 35’s Esther Bower.
Florida doctor accused of removing patient's liver instead of spleen indicted for second degree murder
A Florida doctor was taken into custody on Monday morning after a grand jury indicted him in an Alabama man’s operating room death.
A Florida doctor was taken into custody on Monday morning after a grand jury indicted him in an Alabama man’s operating room death.