These 10 FL Companies Are Among America’s Best Employers

Florida businesses in various fields are among some of the top-tier employers in the U.S., a new survey found.

FL Trio Charged After Woman Burned With Acid

The victim suffered severe chemical burns after a person approached her outside her home and threw a cup of liquid at her, authorities said.

COVID Levels ‘Very High’ In FL Amid ‘Largest Summer Wave Yet’

The “very high” level is the highest used by the CDC to quantify viral activity. See what to know in Florida.

Newborn Albino Gator To Debut At FL Park

A baby reptile is the third successful hatching in Wild Park's albino alligator breeding program in Florida.

Pregnant Woman Sues After Buying Listeria-Tainted Deli Meat In FL

The MN woman claims she nearly lost her unborn baby when she got listeria after eating deli meats purchased at Publix, a report said.

FL Back-To-School Sales Tax Holiday Ends This Weekend: Eligible Items

Florida will recognize four sales tax holidays this year, including one for back-to-school shopping that runs through Aug. 11.

'All Glory To God': FL Deputy Saves Child, 5, Who Wandered Into Pond

WATCH: A Volusia County deputy rescues a young boy who is considered to be autistic from a pond after the child wandered away from his home.

FL Drivers Warned Not To Unlawfully Wrap Car License Plates: FHP

Florida drivers can be fined and face points on their driver's licenses if they illegally wrap their license plates, state authorities say.

26 FL Big Lots To Be Shuttered Amid Nationwide Closures: See Where

See if your local Florida Big Lots has been tapped for closure amid the retail giant's financial uncertainty.

6 Deaths From Hurricane Debby As It Swamped FL, GA

Five people were reportedly killed in FL and one in GA while at least 110,000 people remained without power Tuesday due to Hurricane Debby.

Hurricane Debby To Bring 'Life-Threatening' Flooding, Landfall Monday

Late Sunday, Debby became a category 1 hurricane likely to make landfall midday Monday in the Big Bend region; 71K power outages reported.

FL Man Accused Of Lassoing 9-Foot Gator, Tying It To A Rail: Reports

Reports say after the Florida man tied the alligator to a handrail, he notified authorities as a joke. The man was arrested.

Federal Judge Shuts Down FL's 'Stop WOKE Act' Workplace Provisions

Parts of the "Stop WOKE Act," enacted in July 2022, violates free speech in Florida, a federal judge recently ruled.

Execution Set For Convicted Rapist, Murderer At FL Prison: Report

A 57-year-old Florida man, convicted of sexual battery and murder in Marion County, was reportedly sentenced to death by lethal injection.

Measles Cases On The Rise Across The US: What To Know In Florida

Many Florida parents are scrambling to make sure their children are properly vaccinated before the start of the new school year.

Obituary: Davon Taylor Simpson

At the age of 27, Devon impacted the lives of many with his love, and generosity despite his struggles.

Leasing is underway at Marco Island’s first senior living community

The Watermark at Marco Island will bring wellness-centered senior living to the island

FL School Systems Ranked Among Best, Worst In U.S.

WalletHub analysts looked at quality and safety to determine states with the best and worst school systems. See how FL ranked.

Florida Among Best States For Summer Road Trips

Florida has lots to offer families planning to hit the open road this summer, according to a new study, but it will cost you.

29 FL Companies Named Among Nation’s Greatest Workplaces For 2024

U.S. News and World Report looked at how companies support "the everyday experience" of their employees, ranking the top 300 in the country.

11 FL Big Lots Stores To Close After Grim Earnings Report

Big Lots has designated stores for closure nationally, and in Florida, after $205 million in losses for the first quarter of 2024.

FL ID Numbers To Change Due To New State Law: What To Know

FL driver's license and ID holders must soon change their card numbers to comply with a new state law authorities say promotes security.

FL Officials React To Biden's Withdrawal From 2024 Presidential Race

"Democrats are just rearranging the deck chairs on the Titanic," Gov. Ron DeSantis tweeted after Joe Biden said he will not seek reelection.

FL Man Charged With Threatening To Kill Donald Trump, JD Vance

Jupiter police arrested Michael M. Wiseman on Friday after authorities said he also threatened to harm the Trump and Vance families.

FL Man's Threats Against President Biden Lead To Arrest: DOJ

A man from the Florida Panhandle was arrested Monday for threatening President Biden and others after former President Trump was shot.

FL Plant First To Be Extinct Due To Climate Change, Sea Level Rise

Research released earlier this month indicates the species is the country's first local extinction caused by sea level rise.

Florida Beach Deaths In 2024: How To Spot Dangerous Rip Currents

Nine people died last month while swimming on Florida beaches. Here's how to spot a rip current and how to escape one.

Big Lots Closing Dozens Of Stores; FL Could Lose Locations

Discount retailer Big Lots is shuttering many stores and is indicating it might go out of business. Here's what to know in Florida.

5 Road Trip Adventures As Safe From Hurricanes As Possible In Florida

Swim with manatees, meet some spider monkeys, eat at a 1950s diner, spend a day #Sanfording, and find sanctuary at Ocala National Forest.

These 2 FL Suburbs Are Among The Wealthiest In America: Ranking

See how much you need to make to live comfortably in the toniest addresses in the country, according to the 2024 GOBankingRates survey.

Summer Road Trips: FL Ranks 5th On National List, WalletHub Says

Travelers may not have to pack up and hit the road to enjoy their summer as WalletHub named FL a best road-trip destination.

Sharks Attack Teen, Man At FL Beaches: Reports

Both a 14-year-old boy and a 26-year-old man survived non-fatal injuries after being attacked by sharks on separate occasions.

FL Rents Among Highest In U.S.: See City-By-City List

Most low-income workers would need to work nearly three full-time jobs to afford a two-bedroom rental home in Florida, a new report said.

'Heart-Wrenching': 60 Drownings Occur In FL In First Half Of 2024

Of the 60 fatal drownings to date, 47 of them involved kids who were not supposed to be in or near water, Florida officials said Tuesday.

Shark Bite Leaves Florida Boater In Critical Condition: Officials

The man had a severe shark bite on his forearm and had been bleeding heavily, the sheriff said.

Record 4th Of July Travel Predicted: When To Get Out Of Town In FL

The 2024 Independence Day travel period is expected to be the busiest ever, with 5.7 million more people traveling than in 2019.

More Pharmacy Chains Closing In Florida: What’s Behind It?

Financial pressures from opioid lawsuits and changing spending patterns have affected FL pharmacies. Closings have hurt rural areas.

Walgreens Closing 'Significant Number' Of Stores: See FL Impacts

The pharmacy giant said it is finalizing a multi-year program to close underperforming stores. Here's what it could mean in Florida.

Some FL SNAP Recipients Must Complete Workforce Training, New Law Says

A Florida law set to take effect July 1 will require some SNAP recipients to complete at least 80 hours of training to keep their benefits.

Hooters Shuttering Dozens Of Restaurants In FL, Other States

In a statement to media, Hooters said it is closing a number of underperforming restaurants in the U.S. See how Florida is affected.