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Debt-ridden Brightline faces ‘probable’ default
Brightline’s November revenue and ridership report starts out on a cheery note with a series of…
ICE in Central Florida: What we know about ‘Operation Tidal Wave’
If you’ve noticed a heavy law enforcement presence at local motels today, you aren’t imagining it.…
Mattel indoor water park: Plans filed for Orlando location
Mattel, a toy and entertainment company, is moving forward with plans to bring an indoor water…
Artemis II Rollout
NASA’s integrated SLS (Space Launch System) rocket and Orion spacecraft for the Artemis II mission are…
Central Florida Scottish Highland Games return this weekend for 48th year
This weekend, Central Winds Park in Winter Springs will resemble the rolling hills of Scotland, complete with bagpipes, Highland games,…
Verizon outage: Users report phones stuck in ‘SOS’ mode
The country’s largest cell phone provider was experiencing major issues on Wednesday. Verizon subscribers found their…
Say goodbye to TSA at US airport – security giant follows airlines out the door
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is withdrawing its personnel from Salem’s city-owned airport, as local aviation…
US strikes Venezuela and says its leader has been captured and flown out of the country
US plans to ‘run’ Venezuela and tap its oil reserves, Trump says, after operation to oust…
DeSantis names former UF coach Urban Meyer to New College board
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced this week that he has appointed three people to the New College…
The Oscars Will No Longer Broadcast On Television
Google now owns the Oscars. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, responsible for the…
Florida grandma, caregiver accused of drugging great-granddaughter in alleged murder-suicide plan
A Florida grandma has been arrested, accused of drugging her 13-year-old disabled great-granddaughter in an alleged…
Florida black bear hunt results: How many bears were killed?
Florida black bear hunting may not be all that popular. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation…
All Corvette sales frozen nationwide after a blast-risk alert
Chevrolet has taken the extraordinary step of freezing sales of every new Corvette in the United…
One killed, one critically hurt in fire at home tied to NASCAR’s Denny Hamlin
One person has died, and another is critically injured following a large house fire Sunday evening…
Florida Approves $2.5 Billion Toll Road Through Protected Wildlife Corridor
Poinciana Gets Relief at a Cost On December 11, 2025, Florida officials approved a toll road…
Human trafficking suspect used drugs, woman’s child to control her, Florida AG says
A man has been arrested on human trafficking charges after authorities said he took a woman…
Jim Beam to pause production at its main distillery
Bourbon maker Jim Beam is halting production at one of its distilleries in Kentucky for at…
Trump administration launches multi-agency ‘strike force’ to crack down on animal abuse
Bondi says prosecutors will be placed in every state to handle animal cruelty cases Senior officials…
Clermont set to be first city in the state to allow Walmart drones to deliver shopping
Earlier this month, Clermont City Councilors approved an application to allow the city’s Walmart to use…
US seizes second vessel near Venezuela after Trump’s blockade threat
White House claims Venezuelan oil tanker was Iran’s ‘shadow vessel’ and defends seizure From reproductive rights…
U.S. Marshals recover 43 missing children in Florida operation, including 1-year-old found in Baton Rouge
Operation Northern Lights spans 14 counties across North Florida The U.S. Marshals Service led a missing…
Mecum Kissimmee collector car auction features rare Ferraris, muscle cars and more
Since its humble Central Florida beginnings as a Corvette-only auction in a nondescript parking lot, Mecum Kissimmee…
Orlando firefighter arrested, accused of putting tracking device in ex-girlfriend’s car
An Orlando Fire Department firefighter was arrested in connection to a stalking accusation after he admitted…
Florida agriculture official warns residents to prepare for wildfire risk
As drought conditions persist throughout the state, Agriculture and Consumer Services Commissioner Wilton Simpson on Friday…
Former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and family killed in NC plane crash
Former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and his family were among those killed when a business jet crashed and…
Unreported gifts, high-stakes gambling, and an obscene death wish: Lee County Sheriff Marceno recordings paint a troubling picture
Editor’s note: Warning — story contains raw and vulgar language and descriptions of situations. By Trident…
Winter vomiting disease is surging in the U.S. Here’s how to avoid it.
Health officials are reporting a surge in “winter vomiting disease” with norovirus cases spiking across the…
Publix issued permit for step toward $35 million Westside freezer warehouse addition
The city of Jacksonville issued a permit Dec. 9 for the foundation that is another step…
‘Why are you doing this to me? I’m a US citizen!’ Woman screams as federal agents drag her from car
A Florida woman was stopped by federal agents on Wednesday, who forcibly removed her from her…
Lazydays Files for Dissolution After Store Sales
The final Lazydays store sites were sold to Campers Inn on Nov. 28, the company disclosed…
Del Monte Foods bankruptcy: 139-year-old company continues search for buyer
Del Monte Foods, one of the oldest food companies in the U.S. remains under Chapter 11…
It’s true: Bluey coming to Disney World
Bluey, the animated Australian sensation, is finding a home at Walt Disney World. The character will be…
4 states lose 600+ Harley-Davidson dealers after $377M hit
Harley-Davidson’s decision to close more than 600 U.S. dealerships has landed hardest in four states, where…
SNAP benefits are flowing again but many enrollees will soon hit another hurdle
Food stamp recipients are now receiving their November benefits, but a growing swath of enrollees may soon…
Trump administration orders 500 more National Guard troops to DC after shooting of two soldiers
A suspect who was in custody also was shot and has injuries that are not believed…
DOJ opens investigation into SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay over rollator walker ban
The U.S. Department of Justice announced Tuesday that it is opening an investigation to figure out…
Sumter County CMV Bridge Strike
A tractor-trailer traveling southbound on US-301 with an oversize load collided with the Florida Turnpike overpass…