2 teens charged for dumping trash into Florida sea in viral video

Authorities in Florida have charged two teens following a viral video that showed people on a boat dumping drums full of trash into the water off the coast of Boca Raton.

Drum major’s hazing left heartbroken mother wondering what really happened: 'He was beaten to death'

Robert Champion, a Florida A&M drum major, was killed in November 2011. He was 26. His case is featured in Investigation Discovery’s “Murder Under the Friday Night Lights."

Boca Bash boat garbage dumpers face ‘imminent’ arrests as Florida authorities look to 'send a message'

Charges are "imminent" against teens who threw heaps of garbage from a boat during the Boca Bash, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said.

3-time Kentucky Derby horse owner says 'humble beginning' catapulted her to 'sport of kings': 'American Dream'

Tami Bobo, the owner of Kentucky Derby horse Catalytic, told Fox News Digital the key to having a third horse make it to Churchill Downs is to "never overlook the less fortunate."

When private property is taken by squatters, all of society pays a price

Cities across America are experiencing a surge in squatting. But some media outlets dismissing it as a "right-wing talking point," something that rarely occurs.

I had 8 abortions, but Georgia’s heartbeat law saved my son’s life

As I had done before, I called to schedule my abortion. This time, however, Georgia’s heartbeat law was in place, and it was too late for me to have the procedure.

Florida landlord evicted squatters one year ago, her story helped pass a bill to protect homeowners

Last year, Patti Peeples' home was taken over by squatters. Since their eviction, which happened 36 days after they arrived at the house, Peeples has fought for property owners' rights.

Florida HOA president pulls gun on 3 kids fishing at lake before throwing tackle into woods: court docs

A Palm Bay, Florida man allegedly told three kids fishing at a lake in a subdivision to get off his property, before pulling a gun on them and damaging their fishing gear.

Texans general manager provides update on star receiver Tank Dell after shooting

Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio says wide receiver Tank Dell is "doing great" and "moving in the right direction" after being shot.

Wild monkeys spotted roaming Florida neighborhoods: 'Absolutely crazy'

Residents of two Lake County, Florida, communities have seen wild monkeys, capturing the rare occurrences on camera while reporting them to police.

MLS goalie, wife arrested after nightclub fight in Florida

Orlando City’s Mason Stajduhar, 26, and his wife Tatiana, 25, were arrested after a nightclub brawl in Florida, police said. They were charged with disorderly conduct.

Boozy Boca Bash partiers dump heaps of garbage into Atlantic as over a dozen arrested in annual aquatic rave

A spring break-like event in Boca Raton, Florida included 20 arrests, which didn't include party goers who were seen on video dumping bins of garbage off a boat

Group of 10 anti-Israel protesters arrested at University of South Florida, including one with gun: police

Police at the University of South Florida said 10 people were arrested during an anti-Israel protest on campus on Tuesday.

Guns confiscated from anti-Israel protesters at UT Austin, University of South Florida

Weapons including guns were found by police at student protests at the University of South Florida (USF) and the University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) this week, authorities say.

Biden laments 'extreme' Florida abortion ban, blames Trump

President Biden called Florida's new 6-week limit on abortion an "extreme ban" in a Wednesday statement, blaming the restrictions on former President Donald Trump.

Fox Nation premieres 'Surviving a Serial Killer' with Harris Faulkner

Fox Nation's multi-part series "Surviving a Serial Killer" follows the survival story of Lisa McVey, who escaped the clutches of an evasive serial killer and lived to tell the tale.

U of Florida praised for saying school ‘is not a daycare,’ agitators who break rules will face consequences

The University of Florida was praised by conservatives for declaring it is "not a daycare" and anti-Israel agitators who break rules will face consequences.

U of Florida praised for saying school ‘is not a daycare,’ protestors who break rules will face consequences

The University of Florida was praised by conservatives for declaring it is "not a daycare" and anti-Israel protestors who break rules will face consequences.

Trump permitted to attend son Barron's graduation after ripping trial judge for delaying decision

Former President Trump was granted permission to attend his son Barron's graduation in Florida next month amid the NY v. Trump trial in Manhattan.

DeSantis touts Florida lawsuit seeking to block Biden's Title IX changes

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis touted a lawsuit from multiple states pushing to block President Biden from integrating transgender ideology into U.S. colleges.

Jewish Democrat warns fellow liberals not to 'pretend' Charlottesville-like vitriol isn't spreading on campus

Rep. Jared Moskowitz, D-Fla., a member of the House Oversight Committee, sounded off on 'Your World' over the chaotic antisemitic protests on campus.

Florida man allegedly chucks pasta at driver during road rage over 'glaring headlights'

A Florida man was arrested after allegedly throwing pasta with pasta sauce out of his passenger window at another driver after becoming frustrated with "glaring headlights."

Potential 'serial killer' arrested in Florida after allegedly killing 2 women, dumping bodies

Authorities in Florida arrested a potential "serial killer" who they said admitted to strangling two women to death and dumping their bodies on the side of a road.

2 central Florida deputies wounded, suspect dead after public park gunfight

Two Polk County, Florida, sheriff's deputies were seriously injured and their assailant killed in an exchange of gunfire, Sheriff Grady Judd confirmed over the weekend.

10 wounded in shooting at Florida party venue, sheriff says

A 16-year-old gunman wounded 10 people during a private event at Cabana Live, a party venue in Florida. The shooting followed a fistfight, authorities say.

Dead baby discovered at University of Tampa in Florida

An abandoned, dead baby was discovered near a freshman dorm on the University of Tampa campus Sunday, police said.

Florida woman stabs man in wild Wawa rampage, before threatening employees and smashing computers: police

Christina Marie Crane, 37, was charged with attempted felony murder and criminal mischief after grabbing a knife from a Wawa deli counter and stabbing a man, police said.

Trump, DeSantis meet privately for several hours in Miami

Gov. DeSantis and former President Trump met privately in Miami, Florida on Sunday, marking the first time the two have spoken since the former ended his presidential campaign.

Heavyweight boxer dies at 27 after spending three weeks in coma due to knockout

Congolese heavyweight boxer Ardi Ndembo, 27, died on Thursday of his injuries from getting knocked out in his last fight that left him in a coma for three weeks.

GOP Rep. Bill Posey won't seek re-election, endorses former Florida Senate President as replacement

Florida GOP Rep. Bill Posey announced that he would not be seeking re-election on Friday, continuing on to endorse former Florida Senate President Mike Haridopolos as his replacement.

Student accused of viciously beating aide in viral video blames school in new lawsuit: 'Ticking time bomb'

The autistic Florida high-school student accused of brutally attacking a teacher's aide over a Nintendo game has filed a lawsuit blaming Flagler County Public Schools.

Florida universities: Where academic excellence meets athletic prowess

Florida boasts numerous top-notch universities, both public and private, and engages in some of the nation's leading scientific research, while fielding some of the nation's best athletics programs.

Florida man charged after 150 pounds of meth seized in largest bust in city's history

An Orlando, Florida, man has been charged after DEA agents seized 150 pounds of meth and additional cocaine, fentanyl and pills from two of his homes.

Republican makes major announcement in push to grow GOP support from once-solid Dem voting bloc

Republican Florida Sen. Rick Scott's re-election campaign announced a multimillion-dollar investment in Hispanic outreach in order to shore up support from the voting bloc.

Anti-Israel protesters at Florida universities can be ‘expelled’: DeSantis

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis called presidents at Columbia and Yale "weak" and said "Hamas" activity in Florida would not be tolerated.

Florida man arrested for allegedly pointing lasers at passenger aircraft at international airport: police

A Florida man was arrested after he allegedly pointed a laser at a Jet Blue plane that was landing at Tampa International Airport, according to police.

Florida, Oklahoma instruct schools to ignore Biden's Title IX changes, pending legal challenges

Education officials in Oklahoma and Florida have instructed schools to avoid implementing the Biden administration's latest Title IX changes, warning that legal challenges are forthcoming.

Biden sparks Christian group's anger after making sign of the cross at abortion rally: 'Disgusting insult'

President Biden made the Sign of the Cross during an abortion-focused rally in Tampa, Florida, on Tuesday, sparking backlash regarding the dissonance between his religious identity and policies.

Florida man named 'prime suspect' in disappearance, death of girlfriend's daughter charged with murder

Stephan Sterns, 38, was charged with first-degree murder on Wednesday in connection with the February disappearance and death of his girlfriend's 13-year-old daughter.

Florida man shoots family dog in the face during argument over infidelity: police

A 41-year-old Florida man is accused of shooting the family dog in the head during a domestic dispute Monday night. The dog, Louie, is expected to recover.

Dog in Florida born with lime green fur and named 'Shamrock' goes viral

A Pensacola, Florida puppy is turning heads - not just because she's an adorable golden retriever, but because her fur was lime green when she was born.

Biden makes sign of the cross during pro-abortion speech in Florida

President Biden was lambasted Wednesday after he made the sign of the cross in response to comments about Florida finalizing restrictions on abortions in the state.

Migrants flown to Martha's Vineyard now considered crime victims to obtain work visas

Legal immigrant Alma Ohene-Opare joined "Fox & Friends First" Wednesday to react to illegal immigrants flown to Martha's Vineyard being eligible for work visas.

Miami City Ballet beating death: Suspect arrested as police reveal details of murder outside building

Police have charged Gregory Gibert with second-degree murder in the beating death of a transgender woman outside the Miami City Ballet building.

Biden insists red state won twice by Trump is suddenly 'in play'

President Biden campaigned this week in Florida, where he said the Sunshine State is "in play" despite former President Trump's strong polling there.

Deadly Florida carjacking: 3rd person of interest in custody; sheriff says 'case is about drugs and money'

A third person of interest has been taken into custody in the deadly Florida carjacking case of Katherine Aguasvivas, and two of the three are expected to be charged for her death.

Woman beaten to death in Miami Beach: report

A woman reportedly has been beaten to death Tuesday outside of the Miami City Ballet building in the tourist hotspot of Miami Beach, Florida, a report says.

Some of 49 migrants flown to Martha’s Vineyard by the state of Florida are now able to legally work in US

An attorney representing some of the 49 migrants transported to Martha's Vineyard by the Florida government announced some may be receiving a "U visa" that will allow them to reside and work in the U.S.

Judge unseals FBI files in Trump classified documents case, including detailed timeline of Mar-a-Lago raid

U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon unsealed documents related to the FBI’s investigation into former President Trump and its raid at Mar-a-Lago in 2022.

Here's how Miami Beach successfully broke up with spring break

Miami Mayor Meiner told me that they had a united front. From government agencies to businesses, everyone wanted a safer, happier spring break scene.

Video shows Florida authorities wrangle alligator that wandered onto Air Force Base tarmac

An alligator that made its way onto the tarmac at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida was wrangled and relocated to the Hillsborough River on April 22, 2024.

Carnival Cruise Line ship rescues 27 migrants adrift off Cuba coast

Staff on the Carnival Paradise rescued 27 Cubans signaling for help 20 miles off the west Cuban coast on Sunday as the cruise liner made its way from Tampa to Roatan, Honduras.

Gang member, convicted felon allegedly threatened to shoot Florida trooper who sped past him

A Florida man, who is a gang member and convicted felon, allegedly called dispatchers and threatened to shoot a Highway Patrol trooper who sped past him to pull over another motorist.

Satanic Temple co-founder challenges Florida Gov DeSantis to debate on religious freedoms

The Satanic Temple co-founder, Lucien Greaves, challenged Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to a debate on religious freedoms after being singled out for not being a religion.

Deadly Florida carjacking: Person of interest arrested, another on the loose as plot thickens

Investigators in the deadly carjacking of Katherine Altagracia Guerrero De Aguasvivas are questioning one person of interest, while another remains on the loose.

'Milkman Homicide' of Florida WWII veteran solved by killer's ex-wife

For more than 50 years, the "execution-style" shooting of Hiram "Ross" Grayam remained a mystery — but Thomas Williams was named as his killer this week after his ex-wife came forward.

Man who set himself on fire near NYC courthouse holding Trump trial pronounced dead

The Florida man who set himself on fire outside the New York City courthouse where former President Trump's criminal trial was being held has died.

Florida teen arrested for allegedly pointing laser at sheriff's helicopter: 'He's blinding our pilot'

A 13-year-old boy is charged with a felony after allegedly pointing a laser at a sheriff's office helicopter in Pinellas County, Florida.

Florida bill allowing public school chaplains becomes law

Florida school districts will be able to allow volunteer chaplains to counsel students under a bill signed into law Thursday by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.

Deadly Florida carjacking victim's father speaks out: 'A big hit to our family'

The father of a deadly carjacking victim in Florida is honoring her memory and asking anyone with information to come forward to investigators.

Springtime travel: 5 flower gardens across 5 time zones showcasing American beauty

Here's a tour of five of the America's most spectacular springtime botanical gardens across five different time zones, from the Florida coast to the mountains of Hawaii.

DeSantis signs Florida bill making it harder to 'weaponize' book bans in public schools

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says he is trying to stop the weaponization of school book bans after he signed a new education bill into law on Tuesday.

Disney Cruise crew member accused of child porn possession — third arrested on similar charges this year

A Disney Cruise Line worker was arrested for possession of child pornography — the third crew member at the company to be charged for child pornography this year.

Former U.S. Sen. and two-term Florida Gov. Bob Graham dies at 87

Former Florida governor and former U.S. Senator Bob Graham died April 16 at the age of 87. His family remembered him for his devotion to public service.

NASA confirms object that struck Florida home came from pallet of batteries intended to burn up in atmosphere

NASA confirmed that an object that struck a Naples, Florida, home in March was part of a load released from the International Space Station, intended to burn up on re-entry.

Former GOP congressman crashes into Florida highway patrol vehicle in alleged road rage incident: report

Former U.S. Congressman Madison Cawthorn was allegedly involved in a car accident with a Florida state trooper on Monday, April 15, 2024, according to a witness who identified him.

New developments in carjacking, death of Florida woman include link to shooting, deputy's arrest for info leak

Investigators have located the suspect car in the deadly carjacking of a woman in Winter Springs, Florida, but have still not found the people responsible.

Endangered Bornean orangutan born at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

An endangered Bornean orangutan was born at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay over the weekend, delivered by cesarean section and weighing in at just over three pounds.

Florida vacation rental murder highlights danger of 'massive, unregulated' industry: lawyer

A fatal carjacking outside a short-term rental community in Florida illustrated the dangers of Airbnb and Vrbo, whose popularity is soaring, the victim's mother says.

Suspects on loose after carjacking caught on video, woman's remains found in burned SUV

Authorities in Florida are looking for the suspects in an armed carjacking that took place before a woman's remains were found in a burned SUV.

Florida girl, 12, hooks multiple fishing records in a few short months: 'On a roll'

Julia Bernstein, 12, set at least four different fishing records in Florida since January and will be awarded the Fleming Species Award. One of Julia's world records is pending.

Warning for parents after Florida mom finds AirTag in son's sneaker

Jackie Giurleo filed a police report after finding an AirTag that she had not placed in her son Aidan's shoe – a subpoena to Apple revealed a bizarre mix-up.

Johnson to meet Trump at Mar-a-Lago amid speakership threat

Former President Donald Trump is expected to give his backing to House Speaker Mike Johnson later today as the two are set to meet for high-profile talks at Mar-a-Lago

Another Texas university drops DEI office, ‘approximately 20 associated jobs eliminated’ due to state law

In an effort to comply with state law, University of Texas at Dallas will dissolve its diversity, equity, and inclusion offices, according to an announcement from the university.

Florida teen dies from gunshot wound after friends ran from shooting without helping him: police

Police in Sanford, Florida, are searching for multiple people in connection with the death of a 17-year-old boy, who was left alone by his friends after a shooting.

Nearly 10% of Florida children 4 and under weren't counted in 2020 census

Children under four years old in Florida were undercounted by nearly 10%, or some 112,000 individuals, in the 2020 census, according to estimates released Thursday.

Florida man believes son is alive after jumping off cruise ship: report

Francel Parker, the father of 20-year-old Levion Parker, believes his "master diver" son Levion survived after leaping from a Royal Caribbean cruise ship almost 60 miles from shore.

Florida judge rules school has to temporarily allow transgender teacher to use preferred pronouns

A Florida judge temporarily blocked a pronoun law from being enforced against one nonbinary and two transgender teachers this week.

Florida scientists save baby coral from predators using boba straws

Scientists in Florida have created a "Coral Fort" from biodegradable drinking straws that can protect lab-grown coral from predators after it is transplanted into the wild.

Florida man reportedly pulled knife on boy riding bike on sidewalk because he felt his life was in danger

A Winter Springs, Florida man was arrested after he allegedly pulled a knife on a kid he saw riding his bike on the sidewalk instead of a bicycle lane.

Republican Sen. Rick Scott softens his abortion position after Florida Supreme Court ruling

Florida Sen. Rick Scott, seeking reelection this fall, said he opposes a ballot initiative to strike down Florida's six-week abortion ban but that Congress should let the states make those decisions.

DeSantis signs 5 laws cracking down on sexual predators, ability to abuse or 'groom' kids over the internet

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a press conference in St. Petersburg on Wednesday, where he signed five pieces of legislation into law aiming to protect children from predators.

Trump could haul in massive amount of campaign cash during Atlanta, Orlando fundraising swing: what to know

Former President Trump to haul in roughly $15 million at top dollar fundraisers in Atlanta and Orlando as the former president aims to close gap with President Biden in 2024 election rematch cash dash

Florida bride goes viral on TikTok after she grabs the wrong groom on her wedding day

Aubrey Day, the bride, exited her wedding in March with the wrong guy. The video posted to TikTok went viral and shows guests laughing at her gaffe.

Florida woman accused of posing as 14-year-old, molesting teen boys she met on social media

A now 23-year-old woman is behind bars for allegedly posing as a 14-year-old on social media and having inappropriate relationships with teen boys.

Florida woman who stole, sold Biden's daughter's diary sentenced to one month in prison

A woman who stole and then sold the personal journal of President Biden's daughter was sentenced to a month in federal prison on Tuesday.

Florida woman shocked to find large alligator crawling through her home: 'I was shaking'

A woman in Venice, Florida, recently called 911 after discovering a large alligator crawling through her house. The woman said the sight of the reptile had her "shaking."

Florida man promised minor money for sex caught after victim filmed on Instagram Live video: Police

A Florida man allegedly offered an underage minor money for sex and was captured on Instagram Live before a friend called the police, authorities said.

DeSantis rips California, New York policies allegedly fueling retail theft in announcing new Florida crackdown

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed HB 549 into law on Tuesday to increase penalties for retail theft, porch piracy and inciting looting via social media.

Convicted pedophiles could face much darker future with GOP-backed bill: 'Can't rehabilitate a predator'

Florida Republican Rep. Anna Paulina Luna will introduce bills increasing penalties against rapists and sexual abusers of children, including the death penalty against child predators.

UK's Cameron meets Trump ahead of push for more US Ukraine funding

UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron met with former President Donald Trump in a surprise visit to Mar-a-Lago, ahead of his push to urge lawmakers to approve funding to Ukraine

DeSantis signs bills to protect officers from fentanyl exposure, raise awareness for opioid epidemic

Gov. DeSantis signed bills in an attempt to fight the opioid epidemic in Florida by protecting police from fentanyl exposure and raising awareness for the opioid epidemic.

DeSantis signs bills to protect cops from fentanyl exposure, raise awareness for opioid epidemic

Gov. DeSantis signed bills in an attempt to fight the opioid epidemic in Florida by protecting police from fentanyl exposure and raising awareness for the opioid epidemic.

'Genius' pre-med student seen on Ring video holding knife seconds before allegedly stabbing his mom to death

Disturbing new details emerge as the Polk County Sheriff shares video and audio in the case of a pre-med Florida student allegedly murdering his own mother.

Woman allegedly went on Florida highway shooting spree ‘directed by God’ in relation to the solar eclipse

Florida Highway Patrol troopers arrested a woman on Monday after she allegedly went on a shooting spree on Interstate 10, which was directed by God, in relation to the eclipse.

Florida woman shocked to find large alligator crawling through her home: 'I was shaking'

A woman in Venice, Florida, recently called 911 after discovering a large alligator crawling through her house. The woman said the sight of the reptile had her "shaking."

Florida woman shocked to find large alligator crawling through her home: 'I was shaking'

A woman in Venice, Florida, recently called 911 after discovering a large alligator crawling through her house. The woman said the sight of the reptile had her "shaking."

Florida pre-med student admits to stabbing his mother to death: 'Inexplicable, vicious'

A 21-year-old pre-med student at the University of Florida is in custody after officials with the Polk County Sheriff's Office said he fatally stabbed his own mother Saturday afternoon.

Florida no longer in play as a swing state as GOP voters surge over Dems by nearly 900K: DeSantis

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shared his perspective on news of growing Republican support in the Sunshine State as registered GOP voters top registered Democrats by nearly 900K.

WATCH: Florida man steals, vandalizes American flag at disabled veterans center nonprofit

A man was caught on camera cutting down and stealing an American flag from disabled veterans nonprofit group in Florida.

Biden campaign accuses Trump of hosting ‘scammers, racists and extremists’ at Palm Beach fundraiser

A campaign spokesperson for President Biden accused former President Donald Trump of inviting "tax cheats, scammers, racists and extremists" to his upcoming Palm Beach fundraiser.

Two dead, seven injured, including police officer, after Miami-Dade County shooting

Police said two people are dead and seven others injured after an altercation at a martini bar in Doral City, where a patron pulled a gun and started shooting.

Trump aims to shatter Biden's fundraising record with top-dollar Palm Beach gathering

Former President Trump aims to haul in over $40 million at a fundraiser in Palm Beach, Florida, with Republican donors topping a new single-event campaign cash record set by President Biden.

Dems propose renaming Florida federal prison after Trump following GOP effort to change DC airport name

Some House Democrats unveiled a bill to rename a Florida federal prison after former President Trump in response to a similar bill from GOP colleagues.