This weekend’s Trooper Steve on Patrol took us to the heart of historic downtown Sanford, where the 14th annual Pints and Paws craft beer festival brought together thousands of people and plenty of four-legged friends—for a cause that continues to grow in a big way.

On today’s Trooper Steve on Patrol, I had the chance to roll through Sanford with Paul Williams, the founder of one of Central Florida’s most unique and impactful events: the 14th Annual Sanford Pints n’ Paws Craft Beer Festival.

Meet Don Jon, the “small but mighty” adoption pick from Trooper Steve on Patrol at Orange County Animal Services.

A Lake County woman finds a puppy online. Just days after she picked up the dog, the puppy died. A News 6 investigation uncovered the documents, including a veterinary certificate Messina received, may be fraudulent.

The Florida Department of Health in Osceola County has issued a rabies alert for the St. Cloud area, reporting a positive test from a cat that was euthanized on Jan. 10.

New video from the Sanford Police Department shows first responders save a family dog from a house fire.

Last week, six more eateries across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.

Could your next prescription be a plate of beans?

A Central Florida man received a $55 parking notice after his spouse briefly entered and exited a lot in Orlando’s Mills 50 neighborhood, without parking there, while dropping off his mother at a restaurant.

Hurricane season is just on the horizon for Florida, and for many, that means it’s time for cakes. “Hurricane Cakes,” to be specific.

A lawsuit filed last year shows a Florida woman was overcharged on several sale items at Publix. But a recent court order dismissed the case in part over the "Publix Promise."

Eat good, feel good at Amare inside the Walt Disney World Swan Reserve Hotel, where modern Mediterranean cooking—bright herbs, citrus and olive oil—meets tableside moments like the Ishka Bubble bread and parchment-baked sea bass.

A man running for Florida governor was arrested earlier this month, and newly released footage shows more of what happened.

A grand jury indicted a Florida doctor on manslaughter charges for allegedly removing a patient’s liver, instead of his spleen, during a 2024 surgery.

Orlando attorney John Morgan took to social media to announce a contest: a $100,000 prize for whomever can name his new third party here in Florida.

The winners of the second annual "Spotless Spaces Competition" are out — and one Florida airport earned top marks nationwide.

Hurricane season is just on the horizon for Florida, and for many, that means it’s time for cakes. “Hurricane Cakes,” to be specific.

Move aside, Jaws — there's a new shark in town. And he's got an unfortunate name.

The mission will carry a satellite for AST SpaceMobile to low Earth orbit.

The Artemis II astronauts who ignited a lunar renaissance are giving high marks to their moonship for its performance during reentry — especially the heat shield.

A new documentary about NASA astronaut Eileen Collins, titled Spacewoman, recently had a major screening event in Melbourne, Florida. Anchor Ginger Gadsden sat down with Collins to talk about her journey from food stamps to the final frontier.

The Nikon D5’s durability and simple, familiar controls matter when astronauts must shoot fast and adjust settings manually.

As the record-breaking Artemis II mission inspires millions around the world, some of Central Florida’s little space enthusiasts are getting some well-deserved recognition too.

The Artemis II mission has made history while pushing the limits of science and humanity.

A new report highlights the unhealthiest parts of Florida, and what these areas are struggling with the most.

It turns out the St. Johns River has its own version of Nessie — but the truth may not be as interesting.

WalletHub has released its list of the safest cities in the U.S. — and one Florida locale is just a couple of spots from the bottom.

We spent the day at the Avian Reconditioning Center (ARC) in Apopka getting up close with birds of prey—and seeing what it takes to rescue, rehab, and (hopefully) release some of the most intense animals in the state.

It turns out that one Central Florida city is the second-most popular place for movers, according to this year's ranking.

Here's your chance to share your cool Artemis II launch photos with the world!

The Wharf at Sunset Walk pairs a party-like dining room with comfort-forward dishes, from jambalaya pasta to Cajun-butter crab legs, plus a showstopping tomahawk steak served tableside in a treasure chest.

The Orlando Science Center is renovating its theater into the new Dome by Dr. Phillips Charities, featuring 8K digital projection, upgraded surround sound, 315 new seats and an immersive lobby with LED walls ahead of an anticipated summer opening.

Last week, U.S. News & World Report released its list of the best small towns to visit in the U.S. for 2026.

A new report lists out which states are stressing the most — and why.

This week, a new report ranks the most overweight and obese cities in America.

Six Florida supermarkets are set to become Winn-Dixie stores, according to the company this week.