FLORIDA NEWS

Authorities say a man accused of child sex charges who has been on the run for over a month after escaping custody in Tennessee has been captured in Florida.

Disney wants to narrow the scope of its federal lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis to just a free speech claim that the Florida governor retaliated against the company because of its public opposition to a state law banning classroom lessons on sexual orientation and gender identity in early grades.

During questioning, the boy's mother confessed to using a tablecloth to attack him while he slept in the backseat of her car, according to police.

A Florida man is still on the mend about a week after he was bitten by a shark while swimming in Juno Beach.

Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to ask for an additional $1 billion for the state Emergency Preparedness and Response Fund during the upcoming legislative session.

A former executive director of a Florida museum which was raided last year by the FBI over an exhibit of what turned out to be forged Jean-Michel Basquiat paintings is filing counterclaims against the museum.

Disney has released a study showing its economic impact in Florida at $40.3 billion, directly and indirectly through its supply chain and employee spending.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed legislation that puts sanctions on Iran and protects Jewish institutions.

The bill would create a sales tax holiday for customers who use virtual currencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum and USD Coin.

Wildlife officials say two endangered Florida panthers have been struck and killed by vehicles.

Stop and smell the flour at one of Orlando’s newest shops, Bakery 1908 at 2021 E. Colonial Drive.

Winter Haven police shared security images showing a group of men following the victim inside.

Trooper Steve answers viewer questions about the rules of the road.

During the research, Viator used factors like the number of landmarks, national park sites and fast food restaurants to determine its findings.

As Gov. Ron DeSantis prepares proposals for the 2024 legislative session, continuing to give financial breaks to frequent users of toll roads could be on the table.

The Florida Legislature has returned to the Capitol for a special session where lawmakers will express their support for Israel and give Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis more talking points as he campaigns for president.

Eleven-year-old Mariah Lee, of Homestead, is safe, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.

Former President Donald Trump is showing his strength in Florida while his 2024 rival, Gov. Ron DeSantis, looks to prove his viability.

Amid overwhelming opposition to consolidation, a committee appointed by the Florida Supreme Court on Friday unanimously recommended against shrinking the number of judicial circuits in the state.

Gov. Ron DeSantis and former President Donald Trump will join other GOP presidential hopefuls at the Gaylord Palms Resort as featured speakers during the Florida Freedom Summit.

A dramatic rescue was captured on video as a group of police officers lift a car to save a man trapped underneath.

Three men are accused of killing a 17-year-old girl to keep her from testifying against one of them, according to officials.

Florida’s Attorney General Ashley Moody is telling people to be on alert and report anything suspicious over fears that fighting in the Middle East could inspire attacks in the U.S.

U.S. Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., on Thursday endorsed former President Donald Trump in the Republican presidential primary, turning aside the bid of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.