A Florida Missing Child alert was issued for a 14-year-old girl who was last seen in Manatee County.

Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Florida using data from AAA. Gas prices are as of January 9.

Florida lawmakers have proposed a slew of new license plates, which could be on offer later this year.

Tomorrow's cold front brings little in the way of moisture or rainfall, but one thing it does seem to guarantee is the turning of the corner towards average if not consistent below average morning low's and afternoon high's! Here are the details

NASA announced it is preparing to roll out the Artemis II rocket and Orion spacecraft from the Vehicle Assembly Building to Launch Pad 39B at Kennedy Space Center no earlier than Jan. 17, marking a major milestone toward the first crewed mission of the Artemis program.

A new bill filed in Florida this week aims to lay out a litany of rules for mobile home parks in the state.

The Orlando Magic lost to the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night in a game in which the teams combined to make 8 of 57 3-point shots, after Tyrese Maxey had 29 points and three steals, and Joel Embiid added 22 points and nine rebounds.

A man convicted of killing a traveling salesman during a robbery is set to become Florida’s first execution of 2026.

In the wake of the United States’ ouster of the now former Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro, President Donald Trump’s administration officials have suggested it is safe for Venezuelans living in exile to return to their home country. One man we talked to says while Maduro is no longer in power, his regime still is.

A fan appreciation event featuring JCB’s Digatron monster truck and driver Tristan England took place recently in Orlando, building excitement for the upcoming Monster Jam weekend.

In winter, the dry air works against you—pulling heat away from your body and making 50 degrees feel far colder than the number suggest

Dozens of gambling machines and more than $150,000 were seized in Lake County as the Florida Gaming Control Commission worked with local authorities to execute search warrants at three illegal gambling houses, according to the sheriff's office.

A new bill filed in the Florida Legislature would require newborn screenings for a rare liver disease.

Activate's new location in Altamonte Springs features over 55 interactive games and a popular competitive league.

Fog is very common in Florida during the cooler months, especially in late fall and winter.

A woman is suing her apartment management after she says spider bites led to the amputation of two of her toes.

A Port St. Lucie police sergeant who was shot in the face about a month ago has just walked out of a hospital.

Security will be increased at Seminole County Public Schools after law enforcement officials receive several tips about a social media video.

We’re starting the weekend flirting with record-breaking warmth in Central Florida.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and first lady Casey DeSantis held a news conference in Polk County to announce independent state testing of baby formulas for the presence of heavy metals and pesticides.

Stacker compiled a ranking of the coldest Januarys in Florida since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information

A bill filed on Thursday wants to introduce a new required subject into classrooms across the Sunshine State.

During 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.

This weekend, Publix is hosting another sample event at its stores, giving customers a chance to try something new.

Two Florida lawmakers say the agency overseeing the state’s driver’s licenses, license plates, and the Florida Highway Patrol is a mess, and something needs to change.

An undocumented migrant from Cuba is finally set to be deported after sexually assaulting a teen, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

A Florida family says a visit to Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe to celebrate their autistic daughter’s birthday ended with them being escorted out of the park and accused of shoplifting, a situation they describe as a misunderstanding tied to their child’s disability.

Months after an alligator mauled a woman to death at Lake Kissimmee State Park, investigators have released a report detailing what exactly happened.

A new safety feature is now in effect for Roblox users. Players are required to undergo age verification if they want to chat with other users.

Environmental groups claim federal and state officials withheld evidence about funding for an immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades.

The idea is that anyone convicted of domestic violence would have to register with the database, similar to a sex offender registry. Then, people could visit the database website to check if someone has a history of domestic violence.

An ICE officer shot and killed a Minneapolis driver during the Trump administration’s latest immigration crackdown on a major American city, a shooting that federal officials said was an act of self-defense but that the mayor described as reckless and unnecessary.

News 6 Weather Newsletter.

Foggy mornings in Florida during the cool season occur when warm, moist air cools rapidly overnight, reaching the dew point and condensing into fog.

Residents can choose between two special ticket deals: the Florida Resident Discover Disney Ticket, which comes in two options, and the Florida Resident.

Miami will head back home for a shot at its first national championship since 2001 after beating Mississippi 31-27 in an exhilarating College Football Playoff semifinal at the Fiesta Bowl.

A man who was extradited from North Carolina to Florida in a Flagler County sex-crimes case has been sentenced to a decade in prison, according to the sheriff.

A bill has been re-filed that would make it illegal for drivers to hold their phones while on the road or even have them resting in their laps.

A bill filed in the Florida House calls for mandatory middle school recess.

Dash camera video captured the driver being pummeled from behind before he managed to bring the car to a stop on the shoulder of I-95.

SpaceX is targeting the launch of 29 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit from Florida.

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

High pressure sitting over the state will keep Central Florida drier and warmer than normal.

Google and Character Technologies have agreed to settle a lawsuit from a Florida mother who claimed a chatbot pushed her son to kill himself.

It’s already been a week into the new year, and state officials have revealed which parts of Florida were most affected by fatal car crashes in 2025.

This week, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis took to social media to tout a new report by moving company U-Haul.

A new bill filed in the Florida Legislature this week would make some changes to elections in the state.

Discover how to spot and photograph Florida’s tricolored heron, an active hunter in wetlands. Learn identification tips, hunting behavior, and photography challenges of this fascinating bird living all around Florida.

Gov. Ron DeSantis is calling for a special session in April for Florida’s legislature to redraw congressional districts.

Officers responded after reports that an SUV struck multiple motormen working on or near the roadway.

SeaWorld Orlando sought dismissal of the case, arguing the incident was unforeseeable and outside the park’s control.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced another round of state awards to fund rural infrastructure improvements and proclaimed a special session for even more redistricting.

High pressure remains parked over Central Florida, setting up a stretch of warm and quiet weather.

A law passed just last year has sparked a new type of disabled parking permit in Florida, leading to thousands of placards being issued.

Some might describe Florida's climate as "hellish." It turns out they're not too far off the mark.

Last year, over 100 license plate configurations were rejected by the state for obscenity, according to a new list obtained by News 6.

At least four Lake Mary businesses, including a restaurant, kava bar, smoothie and acai bowl shop, and ice cream shop, tell News 6 that counterfeit cash was used or was spotted at their establishments. Police say they are looking for a man and a woman.

Around Christmas time, three teenagers in Orange County lost their lives to gun violence in separate incidents. Last week, loved ones spoke out about the death of a 13-year-old victim.

A Disney Springs restaurant is being sued after a choking customer died earlier this year, according to court records obtained by News 6.

Florida lawmakers next week will start the 2026 legislative session.

In a social media post, Oviedo Mayor Megan Sladek shared a photo of the deteriorating coverage, revealing green paint beginning to show through the black pavement.

This marks the first time in four years that a Florida city has not held the title.

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

Attorney General James Uthmeier and two major business groups have urged the Florida Supreme Court to reject a proposed recreational-marijuana constitutional amendment.

Some like it hot.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis holds a news conference in Clearwater.

A Leon County circuit judge has rejected a lawsuit filed by five Democratic lawmakers who sought access to the immigrant-detention center dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz,” saying laws about access to state prisons and local jails do not apply to the Everglades facility.

While ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro remained defiant as he entered a “not guilty” plea in federal court Monday, Venezuelans in Central Florida were pondering what the future may hold for their native country.

The spring-like start to 2026 continues this week across Central Florida with unusually warm afternoons near 80 degrees, but a pattern change is on the way.

Florida’s manatee mortality count surpassed 600 deaths in 2025, with Brevard County recording the most deaths, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

There are some changes we're tracking here that we want to get you up to speed on.

A Florida Highway Patrol trooper says he saw Cirilo Rayo-Callejas speeding past traffic in a Ford Mustang and changing lanes without signaling in the eastbound lanes of I-4. The trooper says by the time he arrested him, the car had reached 154 mph.

Gas prices in Florida to start 2026 are lower than last year.

Last year, Florida passed legislation requiring state and local law enforcement to participate in immigration enforcement and to enter into 287(g) agreements with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

Here's an updated calendar of rocket launches on Florida's Space Coast.

A warm week is on tap in Central Florida.

There are plenty of invasive plants in the Sunshine State. But you might want to be wary of the ones that mimic potatoes.

With its warm weather and low taxes, it’s no surprise that Florida is a huge retirement hotspot for seniors across the nation. But some cities are better picks than others.

A fiery crash caused major headaches on Interstate 95 in Florida.

Dozens of demonstrators carried signs reading “Hands off Venezuela” and “No blood for oil,” as they chanted and marched up and down Colonial Drive near Bumby Avenue in Orlando Saturday afternoon.

From fiery oranges to soft pinks, PinIt! users captured the beauty of Florida evenings.

Starting in April, Florida plans to ban soda, candy, and other items deemed sugary junk food from SNAP benefits—joining more than a dozen other states pushing for similar restrictions.

Cult grocery store darling Trader Joe’s is coming to east Orange County.

College football Hall of Famer Urban Meyer has been appointed to the board of trustees at New College in Sarasota.

Orlando International Airport is expecting some of its busiest days during the holiday travel period.

Here's what to know about what you're entitled to if your flight is delayed or canceled.

Since the Hard Rock Bet app went live, it’s been the lone platform for people in the Sunshine State to legally bet on sports. But a similar option is now available for fans as well.

As we head into the weekend, changes arrive.

When it comes to Florida, fruits like oranges and pineapples may be the first things that come to mind. But that may not be the case forever.

A study released this week shows why so many people are moving to the Sunshine State, as well as what's driving people away.

After giving them over $4,000, the scammers sent her “paperwork” to prove her son would be released — but he never was.

Weeks since Brevard County kicked her out of her filthy house and put an end to when neighbors said she dumped human waste in their yards, some on Atlantic Avenue are wondering where Sonja Kopriva is now, and how long her condemned property is going to stay like that?

The proposal includes such things as steps to keep “harmful” content from minors.

Some parents in Central Florida celebrated more than just the new year.

We could be right back to 80 degrees sooner than you think.

Florida officials have limited the number of items that SNAP beneficiaries can use their benefits on.

News 6 explains the final few new Florida laws set to take effect on Jan. 1, 2026.

From conjunctions to the last blood moon eclipse in years, there will be many reasons to find a clear patch of sky.

The family of a woman who died in a crash on Interstate 95 in Volusia County the day after Christmas said they are devastated.

A Walt Disney World worker in Florida was injured while trying to stop a runaway prop boulder during the park's Indiana Jones live show.