Republican tea party favorite and former U.S. Congressman Allen West is joining Fox News as a political contributor.
Republican tea party favorite and former U.S. Congressman Allen West is joining Fox News as a political contributor.
No tickets matched all four numbers plus the Mega Ball in the Mega Money game so the jackpot rolled over to $550,000, the Florida Lottery said Saturday.
No tickets matched all four numbers plus the Mega Ball in the Mega Money game so the jackpot rolled over to $550,000, the Florida Lottery said Saturday.
Paul McCartney is kicking off the North American leg of his "Out There" tour in Orlando.
Paul McCartney is kicking off the North American leg of his "Out There" tour in Orlando.
Family members say the 90-year-old southwest Florida man who was trapped in his car for two days earlier this year has died.
Family members say the 90-year-old southwest Florida man who was trapped in his car for two days earlier this year has died.
Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade made one high school senior's night when he showed up unexpectedly at her prom. Wade walked into a ballroom with roses and hugged Nicole Muxo on Friday night as her classmates from Archbishop...
Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade made one high school senior's night when he showed up unexpectedly at her prom.
Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade made one high school senior's night when he showed up unexpectedly at her prom.
Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade made one high school senior's night when he showed up unexpectedly at her prom.
Authorities say an 86-year-old central Florida mother has confessed to fatally shooting her son in self-defense.
Authorities say an 86-year-old central Florida mother has confessed to fatally shooting her son in self-defense.
A team from the University of Miami Hospital is sharing their story after being summoned to Panama to rescue an NCIS federal agent.
A team from the University of Miami Hospital is sharing their story after being summoned to Panama to rescue an NCIS federal agent.
Two Good Samaritans are being praised after authorities say they rescued a disabled veteran whose wheelchair rolled into a southwest Florida pond.
Two Good Samaritans are being praised after authorities say they rescued a disabled veteran whose wheelchair rolled into a southwest Florida pond.
A 14-month-old boy is recovering in the hospital after he was hit by a vehicle and dragged for several feet.
A 14-month-old boy is recovering in the hospital after he was hit by a vehicle and dragged for several feet.
A South Florida doctor is facing up to two decades in prison after pleading guilty to drug and tax charges arising from an illegal pill mill operation.
A South Florida doctor is facing up to two decades in prison after pleading guilty to drug and tax charges arising from an illegal pill mill operation.
A new art museum being built in South Florida has received a $15 million gift from an anonymous donor
A new art museum being built in South Florida has received a $15 million gift from an anonymous donor
A man driving a pickup truck died after crashing into a Tampa Bay area school bus.
A man driving a pickup truck died after crashing into a Tampa Bay area school bus.
An American Airlines flight that was headed to Miami from Brazil has made an emergency landing in Aruba because of a mechanical problem.
An American Airlines flight that was headed to Miami from Brazil has made an emergency landing in Aruba because of a mechanical problem.
O.J. Simpson's former lawyer is defending himself against allegations he botched the former football star's armed-robbery trial.
O.J. Simpson's former lawyer is defending himself against allegations he botched the former football star's armed-robbery trial.
Fashion designer Donna Karan is promoting Haitian artisanship.
Fashion designer Donna Karan is promoting Haitian artisanship.
A southwest Florida deputy and his girlfriend have been charged with growing marijuana at their home.
A southwest Florida deputy and his girlfriend have been charged with growing marijuana at their home.
A woman has been sentenced to 57 months in prison for bilking Gulf Coast residents by posing as a federal safety official after the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill.
A woman has been sentenced to 57 months in prison for bilking Gulf Coast residents by posing as a federal safety official after the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill.
A Tampa Bay area man has been convicted of killing his ailing wife.
A Tampa Bay area man has been convicted of killing his ailing wife.
A federal judge has agreed to postpone the trial of a former BP engineer charged with deleting text messages about the company's response to its 2010 oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
A federal judge has agreed to postpone the trial of a former BP engineer charged with deleting text messages about the company's response to its 2010 oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
A Tampa Bay area girl throwing the first pitch at a Rays game got a big surprise from her father, who had been stationed in Afghanistan for the past two years.
A Tampa Bay area girl throwing the first pitch at a Rays game got a big surprise from her father, who had been stationed in Afghanistan for the past two years.
Hialeah's former mayor and his wife have been released on bail after surrendering to face federal tax evasion charges.
Hialeah's former mayor and his wife have been released on bail after surrendering to face federal tax evasion charges.
Exactly 100 years after making the first successful flight between Key West and Havana, Cuba, aviation pioneer Domingo Rosillo del Toro is being honored.
Exactly 100 years after making the first successful flight between Key West and Havana, Cuba, aviation pioneer Domingo Rosillo del Toro is being honored.
Authorities in the Turks and Caicos Islands have decided not to prosecute two Americans accused of having one bullet each in their luggage at the airport in the British territory.
Authorities in the Turks and Caicos Islands have decided not to prosecute two Americans accused of having one bullet each in their luggage at the airport in the British territory.
Sentencing has been delayed for a Muslim cleric convicted in South Florida of supporting the Pakistani Taliban terror organization.
Sentencing has been delayed for a Muslim cleric convicted in South Florida of supporting the Pakistani Taliban terror organization.
The automatic budget cuts that grounded the Navy Blue Angels and Air Force Thunderbirds are taking a toll on performers, air show announcers, concessionaires, vendors and others who depend on air shows and the...
The automatic budget cuts that grounded the Navy Blue Angels and Air Force Thunderbirds are taking a toll on performers, air show announcers, concessionaires, vendors and others who depend on air shows and the millions of...
The commission working to preserve the culture of slave descendants on the Southeast coast will be hiring an executive director now that the federal government has approved its management plan.
The commission working to preserve the culture of slave descendants on the Southeast coast will be hiring an executive director now that the federal government has approved its management plan.
The attorney who represented O.J. Simpson during his armed robbery trial in Las Vegas has begun testifying at a hearing in which the former football star is seeking a new trial.
The attorney who represented O.J. Simpson during his armed robbery trial in Las Vegas has begun testifying at a hearing in which the former football star is seeking a new trial.
One of Gov. Rick Scott's top priorities this year is now law.
One of Gov. Rick Scott's top priorities this year is now law.
U.S. Coast Guard officials say they have returned nearly two dozen Cuban migrants to their homeland.
U.S. Coast Guard officials say they have returned nearly two dozen Cuban migrants to their homeland.
A South Florida woman faces aggravated manslaughter charges in the death of her 11-month-old son who was left inside a vehicle.
A South Florida woman faces aggravated manslaughter charges in the death of her 11-month-old son who was left inside a vehicle.
A Tampa man got more than he bargained for when he opened his door to let the dog out. A black bear was in his backyard.
A Tampa man got more than he bargained for when he opened his door to let the dog out. A black bear was in his backyard.
The Miami Herald has vacated its longtime headquarters on Biscayne Bay.
The Miami Herald has vacated its longtime headquarters on Biscayne Bay.
Sheriff's deputies are investigating after a shooting victim was dropped off at a convenience store in Pasco County.
Sheriff's deputies are investigating after a shooting victim was dropped off at a convenience store in Pasco County.
Four winners of the "Fantasy 5" game will collect $51,304.76, the Florida Lottery said Friday.
Four winners of the "Fantasy 5" game will collect $51,304.76, the Florida Lottery said Friday.
A 24-year-old man faces up to 30 years in prison after being convicted of manslaughter and child neglect in the death of his 5-month-old son.
A 24-year-old man faces up to 30 years in prison after being convicted of manslaughter and child neglect in the death of his 5-month-old son.
By The Associated Press Your daily look at news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today.
By The Associated Press Your daily look at news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today.
A central Florida man is in jail after deputies say he wore a disguise while slashing his wife's face, then made up a story about a home invasion to cover up his actions.
A central Florida man is in jail after deputies say he wore a disguise while slashing his wife's face, then made up a story about a home invasion to cover up his actions.
A convicted felon who was recently released from prison hid under a woman's bed after she let him into her house by mistake while police were searching for him.
A convicted felon who was recently released from prison hid under a woman's bed after she let him into her house by mistake while police were searching for him.
Sen. John Thune and University of South Dakota President James Abbott will be among the colleagues and friends paying tribute to USA Today founder Al Neuharth on Friday.
Sen. John Thune and University of South Dakota President James Abbott will be among the colleagues and friends paying tribute to USA Today founder Al Neuharth on Friday.
Dozens of tea party groups and other conservative organizations of the kind subjected to improper scrutiny by the Internal Revenue Service operate with small budgets and rarely displayed overt partisan activities.
Dozens of tea party groups and other conservative organizations of the kind subjected to improper scrutiny by the Internal Revenue Service operate with small budgets and rarely displayed overt partisan activities.
Fashion designer Donna Karan is visiting Miami's Little Haiti.
Fashion designer Donna Karan is visiting Miami's Little Haiti.
For the second time in a week, a prescribed burn has been planned at a state park in Jensen Beach for ecological reasons.
For the second time in a week, a prescribed burn has been planned at a state park in Jensen Beach for ecological reasons.
Hillsborough County deputies have arrested the parents of a 23-month-old boy left in an SUV for eight hours.
Hillsborough County deputies have arrested the parents of a 23-month-old boy left in an SUV for eight hours.
Florida Gov. Rick Scott is using social media to tout the latest jobless numbers.
Florida Gov. Rick Scott is using social media to tout the latest jobless numbers.
Authorities in South Florida say 33 more people have been charged in a three-year crackdown on staged auto accidents used to defraud insurance companies out of millions of dollars.
Authorities in South Florida say 33 more people have been charged in a three-year crackdown on staged auto accidents used to defraud insurance companies out of millions of dollars.
The Sierra Club has asked the Mississippi Supreme Court to order the Public Service Commission to again reconsider its approval of the coal-fired power plant Mississippi Power Co. is building in Kemper County.
The Sierra Club has asked the Mississippi Supreme Court to order the Public Service Commission to again reconsider its approval of the coal-fired power plant Mississippi Power Co. is building in Kemper County.
A South Beach nightclub operator has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for a scam that used so-called "B-Girls" to lure wealthy tourists into secret bars where they were charged exorbitant amounts on credit cards...
A South Beach nightclub operator has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for a scam that used so-called "B-Girls" to lure wealthy tourists into secret bars where they were charged exorbitant amounts on credit cards for...
A Florida Panhandle deputy shot and wounded a man during a traffic stop.
A Florida Panhandle deputy shot and wounded a man during a traffic stop.
Florida Gov. Rick Scott is reappointing three agency heads passed over by the Florida Senate.
Florida Gov. Rick Scott is reappointing three agency heads passed over by the Florida Senate.
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson in South Florida.
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson in South Florida.
A Jacksonville, Fla., man, who pleaded guilty in October to aggravated DUI, now says he didn't know what he was doing and wants the Mississippi Supreme Court to overturn his conviction.
A Jacksonville, Fla., man, who pleaded guilty in October to aggravated DUI, now says he didn't know what he was doing and wants the Mississippi Supreme Court to overturn his conviction.
A former South Florida mayor is facing federal tax evasion charges.
A former South Florida mayor is facing federal tax evasion charges.
Florida's overall crime rate is dropping.
Florida's overall crime rate is dropping.
A new smartphone application allows tourists and residents in central Florida to see maps of major lakes in the area while catching up some fishing tips.
A new smartphone application allows tourists and residents in central Florida to see maps of major lakes in the area while catching up some fishing tips.
NASA says an impromptu spacewalk seems to have fixed a big ammonia leak at the International Space Station.
NASA says an impromptu spacewalk seems to have fixed a big ammonia leak at the International Space Station.
O.J. Simpson is back in a Las Vegas courtroom for Day 4 of his bid for a new trial on his 2008 conviction in a hotel room heist involving two sports memorabilia dealers.
O.J. Simpson is back in a Las Vegas courtroom for Day 4 of his bid for a new trial on his 2008 conviction in a hotel room heist involving two sports memorabilia dealers.
Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo has a new addition - an endangered Indian rhinoceros calf.
Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo has a new addition - an endangered Indian rhinoceros calf.
There's finally a crack in the dam blocking the natural flow of water into Everglades National Park.
There's finally a crack in the dam blocking the natural flow of water into Everglades National Park.
Police shot a teenager and arrested another suspect while investigating a car theft inside a rental car return area at Jacksonville International Airport in Florida.
Police shot a teenager and arrested another suspect while investigating a car theft inside a rental car return area at Jacksonville International Airport in Florida.
Authorities are investigating after the bodies of a girl and a woman washed up on the shoreline of Sherman Cover near the Pensacola Naval Air Station.
Authorities are investigating after the bodies of a girl and a woman washed up on the shoreline of Sherman Cover near the Pensacola Naval Air Station.
Wildlife officials are investigating the suspicious death of a crocodile that laid its eggs in a Florida Keys yard.
Wildlife officials are investigating the suspicious death of a crocodile that laid its eggs in a Florida Keys yard.
The jackpot in the Florida Lotto game has grown to $11 million after no one matched the six winning numbers in the latest drawing, lottery officials said Thursday.
The jackpot in the Florida Lotto game has grown to $11 million after no one matched the six winning numbers in the latest drawing, lottery officials said Thursday.
No "Fantasy 5" game players picked all five winning numbers, meaning the 346 tickets with four numbers correct are worth $555 each, the Florida Lottery said Thursday.
No "Fantasy 5" game players picked all five winning numbers, meaning the 346 tickets with four numbers correct are worth $555 each, the Florida Lottery said Thursday.
The man accused of stealing an expensive bracelet from an Aberdeen jewelry store has been sentenced to serve 4 ½ years in prison.
The man accused of stealing an expensive bracelet from an Aberdeen jewelry store has been sentenced to serve 4 ½ years in prison.
Tropical Storm Alvin, the first named storm of the east Pacific hurricane season is gradually strengthening off the coast of Mexico.
Tropical Storm Alvin, the first named storm of the east Pacific hurricane season is gradually strengthening off the coast of Mexico.
Two pedestrians died when a minivan hit them as the crossed State Road 7 near Fort Lauderdale.
Two pedestrians died when a minivan hit them as the crossed State Road 7 near Fort Lauderdale.
BP is seeking to stop paying millions of dollars in what it calls spurious compensation claims stemming from the catastrophic 2010 oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
BP is seeking to stop paying millions of dollars in what it calls spurious compensation claims stemming from the catastrophic 2010 oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
A 19-year-old with a loaded gun he says he inherited from his grandfather was stopped by Transportation Safety Administration officers at Daytona Beach International Airport.
A 19-year-old with a loaded gun he says he inherited from his grandfather was stopped by Transportation Safety Administration officers at Daytona Beach International Airport.
By KELLI KENNEDY Associated Press Federal health officials say they want to overhaul federally funded child care facilities across the country, beefing up safety standards for employees and...
By KELLI KENNEDY Associated Press Federal health officials say they want to overhaul federally funded child care facilities across the country, beefing up safety standards for employees and requiring states...
By The Associated Press Your daily look at news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today.
By The Associated Press Your daily look at news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today.
A former Republican state lawmaker who voted for bills to expand the Florida Lottery is an even bigger fan after winning roughly $815,000 in a scratch-off game.
A former Republican state lawmaker who voted for bills to expand the Florida Lottery is an even bigger fan after winning roughly $815,000 in a scratch-off game.
Federal authorities say the son of a Tampa-area fertility doctor is accused of tricking his girlfriend into taking an abortion drug to kill her unborn child.
Federal authorities say the son of a Tampa-area fertility doctor is accused of tricking his girlfriend into taking an abortion drug to kill her unborn child.
Two small central Kentucky cities top a list of what one business magazine considers the best small cities in the United States.
Two small central Kentucky cities top a list of what one business magazine considers the best small cities in the United States.
A group that is opposed to the demolition of the city's pier and the construction of a new, $50 million structure has filed petitions with the city to take the issue to voters - or to scrap the plan altogether.
A group that is opposed to the demolition of the city's pier and the construction of a new, $50 million structure has filed petitions with the city to take the issue to voters - or to scrap the plan altogether.
Mooring buoys near coral reefs are among the recommendations in more than a dozen conservation plans that Florida wildlife officials want the public to review.
Mooring buoys near coral reefs are among the recommendations in more than a dozen conservation plans that Florida wildlife officials want the public to review.
A Tallahassee group with close business ties is rolling out its annual list of recommended budget vetoes.
A Tallahassee group with close business ties is rolling out its annual list of recommended budget vetoes.
An appeals court says there's no evidence of vindictiveness in a 20-year prison sentence imposed on a former Miami judge convicted in a fraud case.
An appeals court says there's no evidence of vindictiveness in a 20-year prison sentence imposed on a former Miami judge convicted in a fraud case.
The Haitian Compas Festival is marking its 15th anniversary in Miami.
The Haitian Compas Festival is marking its 15th anniversary in Miami.
A 9-month-old Florida panther has been rescued after a man spotted the injured kitten on his way to work.
A 9-month-old Florida panther has been rescued after a man spotted the injured kitten on his way to work.
Forecasters say the first tropical storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season is strengthening off the coast of Mexico.
Forecasters say the first tropical storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season is strengthening off the coast of Mexico.
A teen suspect was wounded in a police-involved shooting at Jacksonville International Airport.
A teen suspect was wounded in a police-involved shooting at Jacksonville International Airport.
Nicaraguan authorities say they have deported a U.S. man wanted for fraud and money laundering in his home country.
Nicaraguan authorities say they have deported a U.S. man wanted for fraud and money laundering in his home country.
Two men have died while swimming off Florida beaches in the past two days.
Two men have died while swimming off Florida beaches in the past two days.
A new GPS satellite has been launched into space.
A new GPS satellite has been launched into space.
The Eastern Conference finals are one win away for the Miami Heat, who have outscored the Chicago Bulls by 70 points in their last three games. Miami can close out this second-round series with a win tonight.
A Florida teenager who was accused of igniting a chemical explosion on school grounds - and who became the subject of a social media campaign on her behalf - will not face criminal charges.
A Florida teenager who was accused of igniting a chemical explosion on school grounds - and who became the subject of a social media campaign on her behalf - will not face criminal charges.
State tourism officials say that more people visited Florida in the first three months of 2013 than any other quarter in the state's history.
State tourism officials say that more people visited Florida in the first three months of 2013 than any other quarter in the state's history.
The chairman and CEO of the Tampa Bay Times has been elected chairman of the Pulitzer Prize Board.
The chairman and CEO of the Tampa Bay Times has been elected chairman of the Pulitzer Prize Board.
A central Florida man has been charged in the deaths of an elderly couple killed in a traffic crash on Christmas Eve.
A central Florida man has been charged in the deaths of an elderly couple killed in a traffic crash on Christmas Eve.
Environmental groups are suing the National Park Service over a series of off-road vehicle trails in the Big Cypress National Preserve in southwest Florida.
Environmental groups are suing the National Park Service over a series of off-road vehicle trails in the Big Cypress National Preserve in southwest Florida.
The crew of the International Space Station is boldly going where no one has gone before - to see the new "Star Trek" film.
The crew of the International Space Station is boldly going where no one has gone before - to see the new "Star Trek" film.
Florida is heading into storm season with some good news.
Florida is heading into storm season with some good news.
A water plan passed by the U.S. Senate will not limit Georgia's water use from two federal reservoirs, a restriction sought by lawmakers in Alabama and Florida.
A water plan passed by the U.S. Senate will not limit Georgia's water use from two federal reservoirs, a restriction sought by lawmakers in Alabama and Florida.
The Polk County School Board hasn't come to any decisions about a Bartow High School student who is accused of igniting a chemical explosion on school property.
The Polk County School Board hasn't come to any decisions about a Bartow High School student who is accused of igniting a chemical explosion on school property.
The president of Florida Atlantic University has resigned amid a series of controversies that have rocked the school in recent months.
The president of Florida Atlantic University has resigned amid a series of controversies that have rocked the school in recent months.
The Florida Supreme Court is rejecting a final appeal from the killer of a 10-year-old-girl.
The Florida Supreme Court is rejecting a final appeal from the killer of a 10-year-old-girl.
President Barack Obama is honoring police officers killed in the line of duty, saying members of law enforcement never let down their guard and that the public they serve should "never let slide our gratitude."
President Barack Obama is honoring police officers killed in the line of duty, saying members of law enforcement never let down their guard and that the public they serve should "never let slide our gratitude."
Authorities in South Florida are investigating whether there are connections between recent burglaries at the homes of Miami Heat players Chris Bosh and Udonis Haslem.
Authorities in South Florida are investigating whether there are connections between recent burglaries at the homes of Miami Heat players Chris Bosh and Udonis Haslem.
Two exonerated former death row inmates are urging Gov. Rick Scott to veto legislation that would accelerate the state's capital punishment process. The system has been criticized for allowing some condemned...
Two exonerated former death row inmates are urging Gov. Rick Scott to veto legislation that would accelerate the state's capital punishment process. The system has been criticized for allowing some condemned inmates to...
The International Swimming Hall of Fame may be moving from South Florida to California.
The International Swimming Hall of Fame may be moving from South Florida to California.
Florida's stone crab season is over.
Florida's stone crab season is over.
A group of 20 Western High School seniors won't soon forget the limo ride to their prom at a beach-side Fort Lauderdale hotel.
A group of 20 Western High School seniors won't soon forget the limo ride to their prom at a beach-side Fort Lauderdale hotel.
One ticket matched all four numbers plus the Mega Ball in the Mega Money game to collect a $2 million jackpot, the Florida Lottery said Wednesday.
One ticket matched all four numbers plus the Mega Ball in the Mega Money game to collect a $2 million jackpot, the Florida Lottery said Wednesday.
Authorities say an 11-year-old boy has died after a 4-year-old accidentally shot him in a Lake City apartment.
Authorities say an 11-year-old boy has died after a 4-year-old accidentally shot him in a Lake City apartment.
Two winners of the "Fantasy 5" game will collect $105,811.68, the Florida Lottery said Wednesday.
Two winners of the "Fantasy 5" game will collect $105,811.68, the Florida Lottery said Wednesday.
By The Associated Press Your daily look at news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today.
By The Associated Press Your daily look at news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today.
Crews in Tarpon Springs battled a fire aboard a shrimp boat that spread into the fuel-covered water to a nearby dock.
Crews in Tarpon Springs battled a fire aboard a shrimp boat that spread into the fuel-covered water to a nearby dock.
The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for an Alaska man who set out on a boat in Fort Myers and never arrived in Key West, where he was expected.
The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for an Alaska man who set out on a boat in Fort Myers and never arrived in Key West, where he was expected.
A prescribed burn is planned for a Jensen Beach state park.
A prescribed burn is planned for a Jensen Beach state park.
Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi and Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco say four people have been arrested on charges of selling synthetic marijuana - also called "spice" - at three businesses.
Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi and Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco say four people have been arrested on charges of selling synthetic marijuana - also called "spice" - at three businesses.
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam is running for re-election.
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam is running for re-election.
A worker is dead following a seven-story fall at a South Florida construction site.
A worker is dead following a seven-story fall at a South Florida construction site.
A Hillsborough County deputy fatally shot a man who authorities say tried to take another deputy's gun.
A Hillsborough County deputy fatally shot a man who authorities say tried to take another deputy's gun.
Haiti's President Michel Martelly is defending his record since taking office of the impoverished Caribbean nation two years ago.
Haiti's President Michel Martelly is defending his record since taking office of the impoverished Caribbean nation two years ago.
Aviation officials in the Cayman Islands say an American Airlines plane bound for Panama has made a safe emergency landing in the British Caribbean territory.
Aviation officials in the Cayman Islands say an American Airlines plane bound for Panama has made a safe emergency landing in the British Caribbean territory.
A former BP engineer charged with deleting text messages about the company's response to its 2010 oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico has urged a federal judge to sanction Justice Department prosecutors for...
A former BP engineer charged with deleting text messages about the company's response to its 2010 oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico has urged a federal judge to sanction Justice Department prosecutors for allegedly...
One of the most popular fish in the Gulf of Mexico are the biggest and most plentiful in years, but the federal recreational season for red snapper keeps getting shorter. Governors of four Gulf Coast states want...
One of the most popular fish in the Gulf of Mexico are the biggest and most plentiful in years, but the federal recreational season for red snapper keeps getting shorter. Governors of four Gulf Coast states want management...
Former state Rep. Frank Farkas was a loser last November, but he's a big winner now.
Former state Rep. Frank Farkas was a loser last November, but he's a big winner now.
Legoland Florida's newest ride and play area will open to the public on July 3.
Legoland Florida's newest ride and play area will open to the public on July 3.
The CEO of Hancock Holding Co., the parent company of Whitney Bank, says up to 45 branches will be closed within its five-state area by the end of the year.
The CEO of Hancock Holding Co., the parent company of Whitney Bank, says up to 45 branches will be closed within its five-state area by the end of the year.
Department of Children and Families Secretary David Wilkins announced Tuesday that Florida would become the first state in the country to use new technology to crack down on food stamp and other welfare fraud.
Department of Children and Families Secretary David Wilkins announced Tuesday that Florida would become the first state in the country to use new technology to crack down on food stamp and other welfare fraud.
Florida is getting ready to start selling tickets to the popular Mega Millions game.
Florida is getting ready to start selling tickets to the popular Mega Millions game.
A Tampa Bay area man has been sentenced to life in prison for leading several others in a murder.
A Tampa Bay area man has been sentenced to life in prison for leading several others in a murder.
A former Republican National Committee Florida Hispanic outreach director is now a Democrat.
A former Republican National Committee Florida Hispanic outreach director is now a Democrat.
A federal appeals court has reinstated a lawsuit filed by a Jewish prison inmate claiming the Florida Department of Corrections violated his rights by refusing to serve kosher meals.
A federal appeals court has reinstated a lawsuit filed by a Jewish prison inmate claiming the Florida Department of Corrections violated his rights by refusing to serve kosher meals.
Nearly 100 people, including 14 doctors and nurses, are being charged for their roles in separate Medicare scams that billed the taxpayer-funded program for roughly $223 million in bogus charges spanning eight cities.
Nearly 100 people, including 14 doctors and nurses, are being charged for their roles in separate Medicare scams that billed the taxpayer-funded program for roughly $223 million in bogus charges spanning eight cities.
A father of four has been temporarily spared from deportation after an intervention by Rep. Frederica Wilson.
A father of four has been temporarily spared from deportation after an intervention by Rep. Frederica Wilson.
Audio experts gave differing opinions on whether screams for help captured on 911 calls were those of neighborhood watch leader George Zimmerman or the 17-year-old teen he fatally shot last year.
Audio experts gave differing opinions on whether screams for help captured on 911 calls were those of neighborhood watch leader George Zimmerman or the 17-year-old teen he fatally shot last year.
Two people have admitted involvement in a tax fraud scheme using Social Security numbers and other patient information stolen from a South Florida hospital.
Two people have admitted involvement in a tax fraud scheme using Social Security numbers and other patient information stolen from a South Florida hospital.
A firefighter was taken to a hospital with minor injuries after a fire broke out at New River Correctional Facility in north Florida.
A firefighter was taken to a hospital with minor injuries after a fire broke out at New River Correctional Facility in north Florida.
Police say a man who had been recently fired as a security guard shot the manager of the New Plaza Motel before turning the gun on himself while fleeing authorities.
Police say a man who had been recently fired as a security guard shot the manager of the New Plaza Motel before turning the gun on himself while fleeing authorities.
A 16-year-old boy's family is offering a reward to anyone with information about his whereabouts.
A 16-year-old boy's family is offering a reward to anyone with information about his whereabouts.
No "Fantasy 5" game players picked all five winning numbers, meaning the 279 tickets with four numbers correct are worth $555 each, the Florida Lottery said Tuesday.
No "Fantasy 5" game players picked all five winning numbers, meaning the 279 tickets with four numbers correct are worth $555 each, the Florida Lottery said Tuesday.
By The Associated Press Your daily look at news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today.
By The Associated Press Your daily look at news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today.
Some 74 years after graduating from high school, a 91-year-old woman received a bachelor's degree from Daytona State College.
Some 74 years after graduating from high school, a 91-year-old woman received a bachelor's degree from Daytona State College.
The Lee County Commission has approved a plan to upgrade flight information displays and add more charging stations for digital devices at the Southwest Florida International Airport.
The Lee County Commission has approved a plan to upgrade flight information displays and add more charging stations for digital devices at the Southwest Florida International Airport.
A Jacksonville man faces up to life in prison after being found guilty of sex charges involving young girls.
A Jacksonville man faces up to life in prison after being found guilty of sex charges involving young girls.
NBC'S Tom Brokaw, U.S. Sen. John Thune and University of South Dakota president James Abbott will be among the colleagues and friends paying tribute to USA Today founder Al Neuharth during a memorial service...
NBC'S Tom Brokaw, U.S. Sen. John Thune and University of South Dakota president James Abbott will be among the colleagues and friends paying tribute to USA Today founder Al Neuharth during a memorial service Friday.
A 35-year-old man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for his role in a Florida-to-West Virginia pill ring.
A 35-year-old man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for his role in a Florida-to-West Virginia pill ring.
The first of three memorial services planned this week for USA Today founder Al Neuharth is taking place in Florida.
The first of three memorial services planned this week for USA Today founder Al Neuharth is taking place in Florida.
A giant Burmese python was found coiled inside a valve cover box at the Marco Island Waste Water Treatment Plant.
A giant Burmese python was found coiled inside a valve cover box at the Marco Island Waste Water Treatment Plant.
One of seven candidates vying to become the next mayor of North Miami is claiming the endorsement of none other than Jesus Christ.
One of seven candidates vying to become the next mayor of North Miami is claiming the endorsement of none other than Jesus Christ.
Polk County deputies arrested 92 suspects during a four-day undercover investigation targeting online prostitution ads.
Polk County deputies arrested 92 suspects during a four-day undercover investigation targeting online prostitution ads.
A Tampa Bay area man has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for killing his brother.
A Tampa Bay area man has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for killing his brother.
Gov. Rick Scott has signed a death warrant for a man convicted of killing two women and leaving a third woman for dead.
Gov. Rick Scott has signed a death warrant for a man convicted of killing two women and leaving a third woman for dead.
Florida prosecutors say Trayvon Martin's troubles at school and his marijuana smoking should not be talked about at a trial for neighborhood watch volunteer George Zimmerman.
Florida prosecutors say Trayvon Martin's troubles at school and his marijuana smoking should not be talked about at a trial for neighborhood watch volunteer George Zimmerman.
Hospitals nationwide could lose half a billion dollars in federal funding meant to offset the cost of covering the uninsured next year. The loss that will be especially felt in states where lawmakers have decided...
Hospitals nationwide could lose half a billion dollars in federal funding meant to offset the cost of covering the uninsured next year. The loss that will be especially felt in states where lawmakers have decided against...
Attorneys prosecuting a former neighborhood watch volunteer in Florida want to make sure George Zimmerman's trial isn't about any wrongdoing by the teen he fatally shot last year.
Attorneys prosecuting a former neighborhood watch volunteer in Florida want to make sure George Zimmerman's trial isn't about any wrongdoing by the teen he fatally shot last year.
A political group backed by Florida Sen. Marco Rubio is coming to the aid of New Hampshire Sen. Kelly Ayotte (AY'-aht), airing a new television ad in her home state defending her stance on gun legislation.
A political group backed by Florida Sen. Marco Rubio is coming to the aid of New Hampshire Sen. Kelly Ayotte (AY'-aht), airing a new television ad in her home state defending her stance on gun legislation.
A man delivering newspapers in central Florida shot and wounded a suspected attacker.
A man delivering newspapers in central Florida shot and wounded a suspected attacker.
A Miami Beach man is facing aggravated child abuse charges after police say he tied his 12-year-old son to a pole and left him there while he went shopping for several hours.
A Miami Beach man is facing aggravated child abuse charges after police say he tied his 12-year-old son to a pole and left him there while he went shopping for several hours.
Casey Anthony's attorneys say comments made by the judge who presided over her criminal trial raise questions about whether she can get a fair defamation hearing in state court in Orlando.
Casey Anthony's attorneys say comments made by the judge who presided over her criminal trial raise questions about whether she can get a fair defamation hearing in state court in Orlando.
Florida's 28 college presidents are earning millions in salaries and benefits, some of which are in apparent violation of state law.
Florida's 28 college presidents are earning millions in salaries and benefits, some of which are in apparent violation of state law.
The owner of the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars told new University of Illinois graduates that the hard path is the way to success.
The owner of the NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars told new University of Illinois graduates that the hard path is the way to success.
The eastern portions of the Sunshine Skyway fishing piers will close due to deterioration that makes them difficult to maintain.
The eastern portions of the Sunshine Skyway fishing piers will close due to deterioration that makes them difficult to maintain.
Four winners of the "Fantasy 5" game will collect $44,451.83, the Florida Lottery said Monday.
Four winners of the "Fantasy 5" game will collect $44,451.83, the Florida Lottery said Monday.
By The Associated Press Your daily look at news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today.
By The Associated Press Your daily look at news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today.
More than 200 patrons were forced to leave the Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant in the middle of their Mother's Day meals when a fire broke out.
More than 200 patrons were forced to leave the Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant in the middle of their Mother's Day meals when a fire broke out.
A man who had just received his business degree from the University of Miami has died in a car crash near the Coral Gables campus.
A man who had just received his business degree from the University of Miami has died in a car crash near the Coral Gables campus.
By The Associated Press It's being called the first music video made in space.
By The Associated Press It's being called the first music video made in space.
Police are looking for three people they say shot a man in the stomach after robbing him of his gold chain.
Police are looking for three people they say shot a man in the stomach after robbing him of his gold chain.
WHY IS O.J. SIMPSON IN COURT?
WHY IS O.J. SIMPSON IN COURT?
It's been more than four years since O.J. Simpson was handcuffed in a Las Vegas courtroom and hauled off to prison for nine to 33 years.
It's been more than four years since O.J. Simpson was handcuffed in a Las Vegas courtroom and hauled off to prison for nine to 33 years.
Singer Gloria Estefan is expected to speak at a Miami event to commemorate Cuba's Independence Day.
Singer Gloria Estefan is expected to speak at a Miami event to commemorate Cuba's Independence Day.
U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson will join congressional leaders from across the nation for an immigration reform forum in North Miami.
U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson will join congressional leaders from across the nation for an immigration reform forum in North Miami.
An 8-year-old is recovering in the hospital after Hillsborough County officials say she was attacked by dog.
An 8-year-old is recovering in the hospital after Hillsborough County officials say she was attacked by dog.
The Chronicle of Higher Education has released its annual ranking of what public college presidents make.
The Chronicle of Higher Education has released its annual ranking of what public college presidents make.
Firefighters are battling a small brush fire in Daytona Beach.
Firefighters are battling a small brush fire in Daytona Beach.
Families and community organizers impacted by immigration raids are expected to join fasters in Homestead who are asking for deportations to stop.
Families and community organizers impacted by immigration raids are expected to join fasters in Homestead who are asking for deportations to stop.
An artwork by secretive graffiti artist Banksy that sparked controversy when it disappeared from the side of a north London store has been put up for sale in the U.K., months after it was yanked from the block in...
An artwork by secretive graffiti artist Banksy that sparked controversy when it disappeared from the side of a north London store has been put up for sale in the U.K., months after it was yanked from the block in Miami.
A large alligator found hanging out on the front porch on Mother's Day has been bagged and transported to Everglades Holiday Park.
A large alligator found hanging out on the front porch on Mother's Day has been bagged and transported to Everglades Holiday Park.
Democrats consider Republican Gov. Rick Scott to be one of the most vulnerable incumbent governors facing re-election next year, which gives them hope they can put one of their own in the governor's office for...
Democrats consider Republican Gov. Rick Scott to be one of the most vulnerable incumbent governors facing re-election next year, which gives them hope they can put one of their own in the governor's office for the first...
The jackpot in the Florida Lotto game has grown to $9 million after no one matched the six winning numbers in the latest drawing, lottery officials said Sunday.
The jackpot in the Florida Lotto game has grown to $9 million after no one matched the six winning numbers in the latest drawing, lottery officials said Sunday.
