The right to attorney protections don't apply to civil cases, leaving many Floridians with no legal help for issues that shape daily life.

AAA says more 4.3 million Floridians will travel at least 50 miles from home between Nov. 25 and Dec. 1, a 2.6% increase from last year. How to find live road conditions, help if your car breaks down, and more.

For days, Trooper Steve has been preaching the same message on-air and across social media: slow down, pay attention, and be patient.

Florida gas prices averaged $3.10 per gallon on Sunday.

Starting in July, any pregnant woman in Florida can apply for a handicap parking permit valid for up to one year. The change comes as part of a sweeping transportation bill that passed unanimously in the state legislature.

Kroger announced on Tuesday that is it closing three of its delivery fulfillment facilities – including the one located in Central Florida – as part of an effort to make its delivery operations faster and more profitable, according to a news release.

With record travel expected this Thanksgiving holiday, here's when you should hit the road and when to avoid travel.

With record travel expected this Thanksgiving holiday, here's when you should hit the road and when to avoid travel.

Nearly 90% of holiday travelers in the U.S. will hit the road for Thanksgiving.

Dense fog and smoke advisories are in effect for the eastern half of our viewing area, before we continue to watch high temperatures climb higher throughout the next week ahead.

The southeastern U.S. has plunged into record-low temperatures, affecting 18 million people under a freeze warning across Alabama, Florida, and Georgia.

Does it typically get THIS chilly in Florida this early into fall? Not usually, but there's a blatant reason why it's happening now.

Central Floridians are in for a wild ride!

November came in on the pleasant side and promises to deliver us some fairly cold weather as we approach Veterans Day. Here's what to expect for the rest of the month.

Florida has been a hotspot for movers in recent years, bringing in millions of new residents during that time. And that number is only expected to keep growing.

The majority of Floridians are hanging on to the “American Dream,” but rising housing costs and everyday expenses make it difficult to achieve, the Florida Atlantic University poll found.

More than 420,000 Floridians use WIC, according to a 2024 USDA report — the fourth highest number in the country.

Thirty days into the ongoing government shutdown, the looming expiration of SNAP benefits is causing growing concern across Central Florida.

Florida has notified people who depend on federal nutrition assistance that if the government shutdown continues into November, SNAP benefits will not be issued.

Florida Highway Patrol troopers are searching for a suspect vehicle after a hit-and-run crash in Brevard County left a man and a woman hospitalized in critical condition.

Tropical Storm Melissa is already showing quality signs of strengthening, but how strong could it get?

We’re keeping a close eye on a tropical wave moving through the eastern Caribbean.

Trooper Steve answers viewer traffic questions.

The latest drought monitor shows we've completely eradicated any bit of dry or drought conditions across our area and then some! With more rain in the forecast, things look to remain pretty saturated for the foreseeable future.

The National Hurricane Center is now monitoring a new area of potential tropical development close to home.

After a string of road rage arrests in Central Florida where drivers were accused of pulling guns on others, Ninth Judicial Circuit State Attorney Monique Worrell is urging caution on the roads.

Although it might be rare, it is an important phenomenon that occurs when two storms get close enough to influence each other’s movement.

Floridians are urged to stay alert and closely monitor tropical updates on Invest 94L

Expect a later start to scattered showers and a few storms early evening into the overnight.

The NHC will begin issuing advisories on Tropical Storm Humberto.

Invest AL93 and Invest AL94, are quickly becoming the main focus as both track closer to the Eastern Seaboard.

La Niña could very well take over the tropical Pacific yet again as it did last year in the fall. This may have implications on hurricane season, but it has even greater to do with another season in the immediate future: winter.

Sunday has once again provided us with lots of sunshine, warmth, and a good bit of humidity as a third layer. This should successfully carry over into your Monday, and then by Tuesday change will start to be seen once again across Central Florida. I have all the details on what kind of change and how much coming right up.

Gabrielle has rebound pretty spectacularly, now a symmetrical tropical storm out in the central Atlantic. Conditions are continuing to improve for further organization, and I do think this becomes our second hurricane of the season by tonight at 11pm if not when we wake up first thing tomorrow morning.

Fake job offers are increasing, and a local man shares his story about falling victim to a sophisticated job scheme promising high pay but delivering nothing.

Florida residents could be a step closer to being able to openly carry guns in public.

Debt collection calls are reaching new highs across the U.S. in 2025, with a significant number of those calls flagged as abusive or threatening.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis kicked off a new sales tax holiday on hunting, fishing and camping at a store in Plant City Monday. In addition, DeSantis announced that the state would be offering half-price passes on its public shooting ranges through the end of the year, in honor of America’s 250th birthday and the Second Amendment.

Volusia County detectives arrest a 56-year-old on charges of organized scheme to defraud and grand theft.

We're fast approaching what could seal the fate of pre-season forecasts for the 2025 hurricane season.

New X-ray technology is coming to Florida that will scan semitrucks entering the state.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission are asking the public report sightings of the “elusive” rainbow snake, according to a news release.

Last year Floridians lost tens of millions of dollars to romance scams, according to the Federal Trade Commission.

Erin is on its way to becoming the first Atlantic hurricane of the season.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed a new lieutenant governor during a news conference in Tampa.

The American Automobile Association is urging drivers to stay alert on the roads as school begins to return this fall.

The “My Safe Florida Home” program applications open Monday, offering millions of dollars to help homeowners make improvements that can lower their insurance premiums.

A family in Winter Springs escaped from their home after a lightning strike started a fire.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved and obligated more than $9 billion to assist the state and Floridians still recovering from Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby, a news release stated.

With millions of people expected to travel for the Fourth of July, transportation leaders are spreading a message of safety on the roads.

After months of contentious debate, some in public, Florida lawmakers passed a budget Monday that included $1.3 billion in state and local tax cuts, but nothing as radical as leaders were proposing.

It’s no secret how popular Florida has become in recent years for many across the nation. But what about those moving within Florida?

Polk County emergency management officials kick off their hurricane preparedness expo Tuesday in the Davenport area to better equip their folks for what may lie ahead.

Central Floridians are still battling high prices when making their weekly grocery run. When it comes to cans and other metal-based packaging, it's possible the latest tariffs on steel and aluminum could impact grocery prices further.

Dr. Joseph Ladapo, Florida’s surgeon general and one of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ guest speakers at the news conference, said in part, “there simply isn’t enough justice to go around.”

On Wednesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed three bills into law — one of which makes a big change to state emergency statutes.

The deadliest element of hurricanes is not what you think.

AAA is out with its 2025 Memorial Day weekend forecast, predicting another year with Orlando at the top of its list for domestic travel destinations.

Starting Wednesday, you will need a REAL ID-compliant license or ID card to get on a commercial plane. Don't know if you have REAL ID? Here's how to check, and how to get one.

In the latest move surrounding property taxes in the state, Florida lawmakers are making another push to tamp down on them.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and first lady Casey DeSantis spoke at a church in St. Augustine to lay praise on Hope Florida.

A 911 dispatcher is being honored for her actions which may have saved the life of a pregnant woman in Indialantic.

Information from the Disaster Dollar Database suggests that Florida could be severely impacted by the dissolution of FEMA, if it were to happen.

As Floridians start to gear up for hurricane season, disaster relief agencies recommend individuals and families devise a preparedness plan in the event of a storm.

Know your zone to make sure you're ready if and when a storm threatens your area.

This week was the IRS deadline to file taxes for most Americans, but Floridians have an automatic extension until May 1, 2025, due to Hurricane Milton.

Floridians now have until May 1, 2025, to file their federal tax returns, according to the Internal Revenue Service.

A state budget bill approved by the Florida House on Wednesday could lead to a significant reduction in how much funding school districts receive for students enrolled in Advanced Placement (AP) courses, prompting criticism from Democrats who argue the change could diminish college readiness in public schools.

As Florida grapples with a significant shortage of dental professionals, various organizations are stepping up to address the pressing need.

For the first time in 16 years, the state wouldn’t offer sales-tax “holidays” under a House proposal that calls for an overall cut in sales taxes.

According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, over 99% of Floridians are REAL ID compliant. Here’s what you need to know about REAL ID, how to find out if you already have one, and how to get one if you need it.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference Monday morning in Orlando.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis took to social media on Thursday to go after state lawmakers after they overrode some of his vetoes from last year’s budget.

The latest studies indicate that, despite extensive efforts from the public and nonprofit sectors, the number of affordable homes in Central Florida has been falling, even as the overall supply of homes has gone up.

There is an issue of long lines at driver’s license offices in Florida, and officials say the problem may continue through 2027.

If you’ve recently had a tree cut down to the stump or have some toppled dead wood in your yard from recent hurricanes, there is a benefit to leaving it right where it’s at, according to experts from the UF/IFAS.

Sunday has been encompassed by discussions of severe thunderstorms and potential tornadoes for central Florida. However, after this rather historic storm system which has wreaked havoc for millions across the country moves downrange, a marvelous rest of the spring break vacation is in store for those able to take advantage of the time off.

Gun rights advocates have been fighting to overturn a Florida law setting the minimum age to buy a gun at 21 since the day the measure was signed, in the wake of the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida in 2018.

We're still closely watching the eastward movement of an area of low pressure sparking flood conditions and isolated severe thunderstorms for the Deep South, Dixie Alley, and the Gulf coast states.

Floridians across the coast witnessed flaming space debris falling from the sky on Thursday. There have been similar incidents prior to the Starship explosion.

With House Speaker Daniel Perez pointing to an “age of disruption,” Florida Republican legislative leaders opened the 2025 session on Tuesday by voicing support for digging into government spending.

Oviedo Mayor Megan Sladek is asking Floridians to participate in a survey asking whether they support the banning of fluoride from drinking water.

Bills filed for the annual Florida Legislative Session will look to create a funding source for a popular program to help Floridians pay to harden their homes against severe weather, while also offering tax relief to make those home projects more attractive.

Florida transportation officials are launching a new campaign to warn drivers about a growing scam targeting their phones.

The Day of Service and Love is an annual tradition across Broward County schools, created to ensure that the memory of those who were killed or injured in Parkland remains a lasting call for change, according to News 6 partner Local 10 News.

Weather impacts stock car races in more ways than you think. It's not just the fans, but the track and the crews that work to keep the track safe when rain rolls in.

The Great American Race is set to go green Sunday afternoon. But will the skies stay blue?

As the legal sports betting market continues to expand, more Americans than ever are expected to place a bet on the biggest wagering event of the year.

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In a significant development for Florida drivers, Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced that several major insurance companies are reducing their auto insurance premiums statewide.

We're marching our way into February, which means the countdown to pre-season forecasts is on!

Duke Energy customers will start to see higher bills in March, and now is the time home and business owners might want to rethink their energy goals

Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis revealed that over $33 million in unclaimed property was returned to Floridians in January alone, contributing to a total of more than $2.7 billion returned since he assumed office in 2017.

For Duke residential customers who use 1,000 kilowatt hours, the storm costs represent a $32.40 increase on monthly bills, according to a commission staff recommendation. But commissioners pointed to other upcoming changes in Duke bills, with the utility saying the net increase in March on a 1,000-kilowatt-hour residential bill will be $22.62.

Corie Murray interviews Monica May and George Ashford, the owners of CB Bistro.

Ronita Lee, mother of a newborn, lost her three-year job at ZipRecruiter on Nov. 1, 2024, and applied for unemployment benefits the next day.

The prolific winter storm event which brought heavy snow to the Panhandle and freezing temperatures to Central Florida also helped really bring down the states drought conditions.

As the federal government took action to pause financial assistance programs, local organizations like the Homeless Services Network of Central Florida are left uncertain about their future operations.

The Florida Legislature will hold a session this week after all, and tackle only one issue, immigration, with a bill of their own creation. That bill puts immigration collaboration and enforcement in the hands of Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson, taking much of the power from Gov. DeSantis.

There are more than 106,000 people waiting for an organ transplant across the U.S. including more than 5,700 Floridians. Tuesday Breakfast with Bridgett, an organization dedicated to supporting kidney disease patients, shared their mission.