SEWAGE and RODENTS: 7 Central Florida eateries shut down over health violations
Read full article: SEWAGE and RODENTS: 7 Central Florida eateries shut down over health violationsLast week, seven more restaurants across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.
Property taxes have spiked the most in these Florida cities, report shows
Read full article: Property taxes have spiked the most in these Florida cities, report showsWith the discussion around property tax cuts hitting a fever pitch in Florida, a new report shows which counties have imposed the highest levies statewide.
Health violations shut down these Central Florida restaurants last week
Read full article: Health violations shut down these Central Florida restaurants last weekDuring the week of New Year’s, half a dozen restaurants across Central Florida were forced to close temporarily over health violations, according to the state’s DBPR.
Property taxes in this major Florida city spiked nearly 400%, report shows
Read full article: Property taxes in this major Florida city spiked nearly 400%, report showsWith the discussion around property tax cuts hitting a fever pitch in Florida, a new report shows which counties have imposed the highest levies statewide.
VIDEO: Coast Guard rescues 5 boaters after vessel sinks off Florida coast
Read full article: VIDEO: Coast Guard rescues 5 boaters after vessel sinks off Florida coastThe USCG said it received multiple mayday calls from the boaters, indicating the boat was taking on water and the boaters had put on life jackets.
Man accused of trying to meet child in Orange County was previously arrested in another state
Read full article: Man accused of trying to meet child in Orange County was previously arrested in another stateA 20-year-old man arrested in Orange County after allegedly agreeing to meet what he believed was a 12-year-old boy is also facing similar charges in Arizona, according to court records.
‘Night was pretty rough:’ 4 Florida men rescued after boat capsizes during birthday fishing trip
Read full article: ‘Night was pretty rough:’ 4 Florida men rescued after boat capsizes during birthday fishing tripFour boaters from Polk County, including one celebrating his birthday, were rescued Tuesday after going missing during a fishing trip near Clearwater, according to police.
These 6 Orlando restaurants were shut down over health violations
Read full article: These 6 Orlando restaurants were shut down over health violationsLast week, over a dozen restaurants across Central Florida were forced to close their doors after receiving a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.
‘Out of control:’ This threat is looming over Florida’s future, expert says
Read full article: ‘Out of control:’ This threat is looming over Florida’s future, expert saysWhile the threat of a recession seems to have abated, there’s another danger looming over Florida’s future, UCF economist Sean Snaith announced in his latest forecast.
Florida missing child alert canceled after 4 children found safe, FDLE says
Read full article: Florida missing child alert canceled after 4 children found safe, FDLE saysA Florida missing child alert was canceled on Saturday evening after four children out of Clearwater were found safe, according to the FDLE.
Shut it down: 11 more Central Florida restaurants close due to health issues
Read full article: Shut it down: 11 more Central Florida restaurants close due to health issuesLast week, another 11 Central Florida restaurants were forced to temporarily shut their doors after a visit from a health inspector.
La Nina is back, but it's weak and may be brief. Will it still amp up the Atlantic hurricane season?
Read full article: La Nina is back, but it's weak and may be brief. Will it still amp up the Atlantic hurricane season?Meteorologists say La Nina has arrived, bringing cooler weather patterns worldwide.
Another 10 Central Florida restaurants shut down over health concerns
Read full article: Another 10 Central Florida restaurants shut down over health concernsLast week, 10 more Central Florida restaurants were forced to shut down — at least for a while — following local health inspections, according to state records.
NOAA delays the cutoff of key satellite data for hurricane forecasting
Read full article: NOAA delays the cutoff of key satellite data for hurricane forecastingThe National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says it is delaying by one month the planned cutoff of satellite data that helps forecasters track hurricanes.
Florida nonprofit founder, accountant charged with stealing over $100M from special needs victims, DOJ says
Read full article: Florida nonprofit founder, accountant charged with stealing over $100M from special needs victims, DOJ saysTwo Florida men were officially charged by the U.S. Department of Justice for allegedly employing a fraudulent scheme to steal over $100 million from a nonprofit organization that managed funds for people with special needs and disabilities, the department said.
‘Horrific screaming:’ 1 dead, several injured when boat slams into ferry in Florida
Read full article: ‘Horrific screaming:’ 1 dead, several injured when boat slams into ferry in FloridaOne person has died and at least 10 people were injured in Florida when a recreational boat crashed into a ferry and then left the scene off the Memorial Causeway Bridge.
Rainy Monday in Florida leads to all but one Grapefruit League spring training game being canceled
Read full article: Rainy Monday in Florida leads to all but one Grapefruit League spring training game being canceledA rainy day in Florida resulted in all but one Grapefruit League spring training game being canceled.
Florida man has arms and legs amputated after kidney stone procedure goes wrong at hospital
Read full article: Florida man has arms and legs amputated after kidney stone procedure goes wrong at hospitalA Florida man settled this month after losing all of his limbs following a medical procedure back in 2019, according to court records obtained by News 6.
Want a job? These are the best Florida companies to work for — here’s why
Read full article: Want a job? These are the best Florida companies to work for — here’s whyHeading into 2025, many workers may be looking for a new place to advance their careers and get more of what they want from their jobs.
Climate change gave significant boost to Milton's destructive rain, winds, scientists say
Read full article: Climate change gave significant boost to Milton's destructive rain, winds, scientists sayScientists say human-caused climate change intensified deadly Hurricane Milton’s rainfall by 20 to 30% and strengthened its winds by about 10%.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium seeks donations after damage from Hurricane Helene
Read full article: Clearwater Marine Aquarium seeks donations after damage from Hurricane HeleneAccording to posts on its social media channels, the Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) experienced over 4 feet of flooding during Helene, causing a loss of power and damage to vital equipment.
‘Operation Keep Our Streets:’ 32 arrested in Florida street racing crack down
Read full article: ‘Operation Keep Our Streets:’ 32 arrested in Florida street racing crack downState officials said that the operation comes after SB 1764 went into effect on Monday, cracking down on street racers across the state.
Florida man finds out he’s not a citizen after over 60 years living in the US
Read full article: Florida man finds out he’s not a citizen after over 60 years living in the USAfter applying for Social Security, Klass said he received a letter in 2020 claiming he hadn’t proven he was actually a citizen.
Orlando man accused of stealing over $100K in Best Buy merchandise during statewide spree
Read full article: Orlando man accused of stealing over $100K in Best Buy merchandise during statewide spreeAn Orlando man booked in Brevard County is accused of stealing some $118,413.45 in merchandise from Best Buy stores across the state in a crime spree lasting the better part of a year, according to investigators.
Phillies-Braves and Brewers-Mets openers postponed a day to Friday due to rainy forecasts
Read full article: Phillies-Braves and Brewers-Mets openers postponed a day to Friday due to rainy forecastsBaseball season openers in New York and Philadelphia have been postponed a day until Friday because of rainy forecasts in both cities.
Fanatics founder Michael Rubin says company unfairly blamed for new MLB uniforms
Read full article: Fanatics founder Michael Rubin says company unfairly blamed for new MLB uniformsFanatics founder Michael Rubin says his company is being unfairly blamed for new Major League Baseball uniforms that have see-through pants and other fit and design problems.
‘Just nosey:’ Florida man arrested after crossing police tape at plane crash site
Read full article: ‘Just nosey:’ Florida man arrested after crossing police tape at plane crash siteAt the time, first responders were dealing with the plane wreckage, which had sparked fires nearby after crashing into a mobile home park.
86-year-old woman among 3 killed when plane crashes into Florida home, erupts in flames
Read full article: 86-year-old woman among 3 killed when plane crashes into Florida home, erupts in flamesA small plane crash in Clearwater left four mobile homes ablaze and killed 3 people, according to local officials.
‘Freak accident:’ Tire bounces off vehicle on Florida road, slams into car carrying mother, child
Read full article: ‘Freak accident:’ Tire bounces off vehicle on Florida road, slams into car carrying mother, childA mother and her daughter are OK after a rogue tire came off a vehicle and slammed into their windshield in Florida.
52 sea turtles experiencing 'cold stun' in New England flown to rehab in Florida
Read full article: 52 sea turtles experiencing 'cold stun' in New England flown to rehab in FloridaFifty-two endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtles suffering from “cold stun” are rehabbing at four facilities in Florida after a flight on a private plane from the New England Aquarium in Massachusetts.
These 14 celebrities lived in Florida. Can you guess where?
Read full article: These 14 celebrities lived in Florida. Can you guess where?Given Florida’s popular beaches, warm weather and amazing tourist attractions, it’s no surprise that the state brings in its own crowd of celebrities wanting to live here.
Woman found dead on sidewalk after reported lightning strike in Florida
Read full article: Woman found dead on sidewalk after reported lightning strike in FloridaThe woman was found dead on a sidewalk in the Bayside Gardens IV complex between the parking area and one of the condominium buildings, officials stated in a release.
Phillies' Song throws off mound, knows challenges ahead
Read full article: Phillies' Song throws off mound, knows challenges aheadNoah Song has no illusions of the challenges ahead as he approaches the end of his first week of spring training since joining the Philadelphia Phillies from the U.S. Navy.
VIDEO: US Coast Guard rescues 7 after lightning strike disables vessel 100 miles offshore
Read full article: VIDEO: US Coast Guard rescues 7 after lightning strike disables vessel 100 miles offshoreSeven people were rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard on Saturday after their 39-foot vessel was disabled by a lightning strike 100 miles offshore of Clearwater, according to a news release.
Gov. DeSantis approves $14M in red tide research, mitigation funding for next state budget
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis approves $14M in red tide research, mitigation funding for next state budgetFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday announced he had approved $14 million in red tide research and mitigation efforts, earmarked for the 2022-23 state budget.
Man’s sentence in killing of pregnant Florida teen depends on whether her body is found
Read full article: Man’s sentence in killing of pregnant Florida teen depends on whether her body is foundA 34-year-old man who pleaded guilty to killing a pregnant teenage Florida girl a decade ago faces a shorter prison sentence if her remains are found before he's sentenced.
Ex-girlfriend tosses man’s dog off Florida condo balcony
Read full article: Ex-girlfriend tosses man’s dog off Florida condo balconyOfficials say a 46-year-old woman has been arrested on animal cruelty charges after throwing a 3-year-old pug named Bucky off of a seventh-floor balcony Clearwater condominium during an argument with her ex-boyfriend.
Explosives found at Florida man’s home after arrest at rally
Read full article: Explosives found at Florida man’s home after arrest at rallyA Florida man has been charged after authorities say they found an active explosive in his bag after he was spotted running away from a Jan. 6 anniversary rally.
Florida man arrested after body found near Clearwater Beach
Read full article: Florida man arrested after body found near Clearwater BeachPolice in Florida have arrested a 29-year-old man on manslaughter charges in connection to the death of an older man whose body was found floating offshore earlier this month in the Gulf of Mexico.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium announces plans to honor Winter, star of ‘Dolphin Tale’
Read full article: Clearwater Marine Aquarium announces plans to honor Winter, star of ‘Dolphin Tale’On the 16th anniversary of her rescue, Clearwater Marine Aquarium proudly announced Friday its plans to honor Winter the Dolphin’s long legacy.
Naked man punches woman after intentionally running her over with car, deputies say
Read full article: Naked man punches woman after intentionally running her over with car, deputies sayA Clearwater man was arrested Thursday after intentionally running over and seriously injuring a woman, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.
'Dolphin Tale' fans mourn death of film's star Winter at 16
Read full article: 'Dolphin Tale' fans mourn death of film's star Winter at 16Amy Carmichael lives more than 4,000 miles from the Florida aquarium that housed Winter, the “Dolphin Tale” movie star with a prosthetic tail who died this week at age 16.
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‘We need to provide protections:’ DeSantis announces special session to combat vaccine mandates
Read full article: ‘We need to provide protections:’ DeSantis announces special session to combat vaccine mandatesGov. Ron DeSantis announced the Florida legislature would return for a special session to combat vaccine mandates and protect jobs as the federal government prepares to release an executive order requiring vaccinations.
Terminated Orange County battalion chief slams vaccine mandates
Read full article: Terminated Orange County battalion chief slams vaccine mandatesThe Orange County battalion chief, who was fired earlier this week after failing to follow a direct order over a COVID-19 vaccine mandate, joined Gov. Ron DeSantis Thursday morning speaking out against mandates.
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Cyberthieves reroute single mom’s unemployment benefits to Illinois bank account
Read full article: Cyberthieves reroute single mom’s unemployment benefits to Illinois bank accountLinsie Kirsh, a single mom from Clearwater, is the latest victim of a high-tech bank switch that diverted $1,200 in unemployment benefits to a different bank account with the help of the victim’s stolen identity.
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Florida man, 70, slams child because playground was too noisy, police say
Read full article: Florida man, 70, slams child because playground was too noisy, police sayA 70-year-old man has been accused of slamming a child to the ground at a playground after yelling that kids were making too much noise.
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Sheriff’s deputy involved in fatal shooting in Clearwater, officials say
Read full article: Sheriff’s deputy involved in fatal shooting in Clearwater, officials sayA sheriff’s deputy fatally shot a man who authorities said forced his way into the home of a former girlfriend and pointed a gun at a man in the house.
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Baby critically injured in motorcycle crash while riding on Florida man’s lap, police say
Read full article: Baby critically injured in motorcycle crash while riding on Florida man’s lap, police sayPolice say a Florida man who was driving a motorcycle with his young stepdaughter in his lap is facing several charges.
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Whales surface at Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s new exhibit
Read full article: Whales surface at Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s new exhibitCLEARWATER, Fla. – The Clearwater Marine Aquarium has opened its newest educational exhibit, Whales: Living With Giants. According to the aquarium’s website, guests will come head-to-head with whales through educational multi-media exhibits, an undersea virtual reality experience, walk-through life-size whale gallery and an interactive kid’s zone. Virtual Reality Dive at Whales: Living with Giants exhibit (Clearwater Marine Aquarium)The virtual reality experience, which requires an additional ticket add-on, was created by an Emmy Award-winning documentary team. The Clearwater Marine Aquarium is a non-profit organization that has a mission of preserving the environment while inspiring others through leadership in the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of marine life; environmental education; research; and conservation. Whales: Living with Giants will be open through Aug. 31.
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Viral video shows Florida spring breakers helping handcuffed man escape from police cruiser
Read full article: Viral video shows Florida spring breakers helping handcuffed man escape from police cruiserFlorida spring breakers have gone viral in a video after helping a handcuffed man escape a Clearwater police cruiser. The video shows a crowd of spring breakers surrounding a police cruiser on the beach. Asad has been charged with aiding prisoner escape and resisting arrest without violence. Adam Asad, 18, of Oldsmar is the suspect who helped a handcuffed prisoner to escape on the beach. He faces two charges -- aiding prisoner escape and resisting arrest without violence.
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