Bruhat Soma rides an unbeaten streak to the Scripps National Spelling Bee title, winning tiebreaker
Bruhat Soma was unbeatable before he arrived at the Scripps National Spelling Bee, and neither the dictionary, nor his competitors, nor a lightning-round tiebreaker challenged him on the way to victory.
Trump could still vote for himself after New York conviction if he's not in prison on Election Day
Donald Trump may be convicted of a felony and reside in Florida, a state notorious for restricting the voting rights of people with criminal records, but he can still vote as long as he stays out of prison in New York state.
Florida approves changes to FHSAA bylaws; changes word ‘gender’ to ‘sex’ in fight over Title IX
The State Board of Education on Wednesday approved changes in the Florida High School Athletic Association’s bylaws that include replacing mentions of the word “gender” with the word “sex,” amid a larger dispute between federal and state officials.
Florida death penalty ‘game of chance’ targeted
A 2023 law that lowered the number of jurors needed to recommend execution has resulted in a "quintessential game of chance" for inmates being resentenced because of changes in the state's death-penalty process and unconstitutionally “silences black voices,” groups are arguing in what could be a pivotal Florida Supreme Court case.
Flex lanes are coming to Central Florida toll roads. Here’s what they do
This summer drivers will have a new option to get out of traffic jams on State Road 417. They're called "flex lanes" and they'll allow people to drive on the shoulder when there's a crash or during peak congestion times.
Strong rip currents, unsanctioned events could cause Memorial Day weekend stir in Volusia County
Thousands are planning to head to our coast this weekend for Memorial Day at the beach. On top of the typical crowd, police around Volusia County are gearing up for some possible unsanctioned, or pop-up, events. Add in strong rip currents and it could be a dangerous mix.
Updated SHIELD Act hits US House subcommittee, fights identity theft online
Florida Congressman Darren Soto, D-Kissimmee, presented “updated talking points” to the Innovation, Data and Commerce Subcommittee on Capitol Hill Thursday that brings the proposed SHIELD Act closer to a full congressional vote.
Proposed SHIELD Act for identity theft victims hits Congress after News 6 investigation
Florida Congressman Darren Soto, D-Kissmmee, presented legislation to a subcommittee on Capitol Hill Wednesday that would penalize identity imposters and provide “legal remedies " for anyone whose identities are “used online without their consent.”
11-year-old killed, 4 more children hurt as Florida woman crashes during 2 state chase, troopers say
A Florida woman driving a BMW SUV that was fleeing from a Georgia deputy made its was across state lines on Interstate 75 and into Florida before crashing into a Toyota RAV4 and claiming the life of one of her passengers
💵Want to make extra cash with a side gig? Here’s what you need to know
Are you looking for a way to make some extra cash this summer? There are options that include ridesharing, meal and grocery delivery, even some remote customer service jobs. When it comes to side gigs, you want to get the most out of your time as well as money in your pocket. Saving’s Angel Josh Elledge, host of the family saving’s podcast and blog, has some advice for those looking to take on a side job.