The Florida Department of Transportation and Florida Highway Patrol are urging safety as a record amount of people are expected to travel for Thanksgiving.

As Florida Classic weekend gets underway in Orlando, local authorities are enforcing Special Event Zones to bolster traffic safety near Camping World Stadium.

Winter-like temperatures have arrived across Central Florida as many Central Floridians woke up in the 40s early Friday morning!

Pam Bondi, the former Florida attorney general, is Donald Trump’s new pick to serve as U.S. attorney general.

The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) and the Central Florida Expressway Authority have launched the “Desk Trooper” pilot program. This initiative offers a faster way for troopers to handle minor crashes that qualify.

Trump says he will nominate former Florida AG Pam Bondi to be US Attorney General after first pick, Matt Gaetz, withdrew.

Narin An is the surprise first-round leader at the richest-paying event on the LPGA Tour.

Kelli Marks says dealing with flooding will be the first priority as Orange City's first female mayor. But she has other ideas too.

Two Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office motorcycle deputies were killed and a third deputy suffered critical injuries when a vehicle struck them all near Loxahatchee.

Central Florida is in for a chilly stretch!

A cold-weather shelter is set to open in Flagler County as temperatures are expected to drop below 40.

SpaceX launched another batch of Starlink satellites from the Florida coast.

Florida education leaders want parents to be reminded annually that they can face consequences if their children report false threats of violence.

After a cold Thursday afternoon, the stretch of chilly nights begins!

The widow of a Melbourne firefighter is fighting for benefits she says her family is owed under Florida law.

AccessiBe used data from the National Center for Education Statistics to explore enrollment of students with disabilities in Florida.

Earlier this year, the Florida Legislature approved a bill to address the issue. But just a few short days after it hit his desk, DeSantis opted to veto it.

In just a few years, you’ll have a thrilling new reason to hit the road west from Orlando.

The head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency says money available to help communities hit by disasters has shrunk after back-to-back hurricanes Helene and Milton.

It’s Christmas time in the city and light displays are going up around Central Florida, with something for everyone to enjoy.

From markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.

The end of 2024 is quickly approaching.

LPGA Tour purses keep getting bigger.

Believe it or not, snow in Florida is not as rare as one would think.

The coldest air of the season is approaching Central Florida, as a significant winter-like cold front sweeps through the area.

Hurricane Helene, a major storm that made landfall in late September in Taylor County, inflicted up to $162.2 million in agricultural losses in Florida.

Florida transportation leaders say they are moving toward the next step in opening a SunRail route between Orlando International Airport and the Orange County Convention Center, but that rail line is still years away.

Fiscal belt-tightening is coming in Tallahassee, according to Florida’s new legislative leaders who took their oaths of office Tuesday.

A combination of hurricane damage to Tropicana Field and political delays on financing means it is highly unlikely the Tampa Bay Rays’ planned new stadium will be ready for the 2028 season, if at all.

Severe weather doesn’t adhere to a schedule, so it’s important to remember that weather could still disrupt holiday plans.

Harry Potter fans anticipating the third attraction based on the popular book and movie franchise at Universal Orlando Resort learned that the fictional setting for the ride will be the British Ministry of Magic.

An attorney says an unauthorized person gained access to a file containing confidential testimony from women who have made allegations about former Rep. Matt Gaetz, Donald Trump’s pick to become the next attorney general.

Monique Worrell beat incumbent Andrew Bain to retake her position as Ninth Circuit state attorney in the November election.

The cold plunge quickly approaching central Florida will be the coolest dose of polar air in almost 20 years

Expect to get walloped with rain before temperatures drop to the lowest values in nine months!

The Sunshine State is a big hotspot for retirees. But even within the state, there's one city that trumps the others.

With a mullet, a fishing rod, and an unstoppable sense of humor, Jake Hutcheson transforms flooded streets into a reel-worthy moment.

Florida education leaders are trying to fend off a lawsuit filed by major publishing companies and authors over the removal of books from school libraries, disputing allegations that a controversial state law violates the First Amendment.

Gov. Ron DeSantis says Floridians will likely know who their next U.S. senator will be by the beginning of January.

President Joe Biden is requesting nearly $100 billion in emergency disaster aid after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, and other natural disasters.

With the full dissipation of Sara, hurricane season looks to finally come to a close.

Florida’s law enforcement history is a rich tapestry of dedication, innovation, and tradition.

Big changes are coming our way as a strong fall front approaches the Sunshine State.

City leaders in Edgewater are holding a townhall meeting to address stormwater concerns after several cases of severe flooding over the last few months.

WalletHub has released its 2024 list of the most “sinful” cities in America — and one city stands above the rest in Florida.

The two-hour window opens at 1:31 p.m. on Monday.

A huge property is now on the market in the Orlando area — and it comes with a ton of unique features.

Donald Trump Jr. says any pushback from the Washington establishment around his father’s unconventional choices for Cabinet proves they are just the kind of disruptors that voters are demanding.

This month marks three years since Bryan “Vladek” Hasel was last seen.

LSU coach Brian Kelly was caught on camera screaming at one player and getting yelled at by another.

DJ Lagway threw for a touchdown and set up another with a long completion in his return from a strained left hamstring, and Florida upset No. 21 LSU 27-16 on Saturday to give the Gators their first series victory since 2018.

SpaceX successfully launched the TD7 mission from Florida’s Space Coast on Sunday afternoon.

A Florida Silver Alert was issued for James Martin Jr., 80, who was last seen in the area of the 1400 block of Lake Shore Drive in Casselberry, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.

Americans may have record-low gas prices to be thankful for this holiday season as at least one analyst predicts average gasoline costs could fall below $3 per gallon by Thanksgiving.

This invasive plant has become a threat to many southern states — and if you live in Florida, you’ve likely come across it on more than a few occasions.

Not long ago, Polk County’s biggest draw was citrus.

One of the biggest obstacles to landing a job or changing careers for many adults is the lack of experience. But a unique culinary program at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is making a difference.

A pet kangaroo led law enforcement on a chase after escaping his Florida home near an elementary school.

An 11-year-old boy arrested over the summer in connection to a series of “swatting” threats against Flagler County schools was sentenced after being adjudicated delinquent, according to the sheriff’s office.

All eyes remain on Tropical Storm Sara as moisture associated with it could be playing a role in our Central Florida forecast next week.

Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has filed a lawsuit alleging that the Federal Emergency Management Agency violated the civil rights of supporters of President-elect Donald Trump in the aftermath of hurricanes Helene and Milton.

A cold front is finally making its trek across Central Florida, ushering in near normal temperatures for November!

The chain is gearing up to open a new prototype store, and it’s going to have a few interesting features to help draw in customers.

Andrei Vasilevskiy made 24 saves in his 300th NHL win, and the Tampa Bay Lightning stopped Winnipeg’s seven-game win streak with a 4-1 victory over the Jets.

Check out the Player of the Week featuring Christian Robbins of Jones High School.

Charley Hull ended a two-year drought by winning in Saudi Arabia two weeks ago.

A woman who admitted to pouring concrete down a drainpipe in her neighborhood now has until early 2025 to fix it, despite the flooding her neighbors have endured for months.

The world’s tallest teenager might have to wait a year to become the world’s tallest college basketball player.

A Florida businessman already charged with kidnapping his estranged wife in Spain is facing new U.S. charges that he killed her.

Potential Tropical Cyclone 19 has become Tropical Storm Sara.

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

As of now, the future of what could be Sara is going to be highly dependent on how much the system interacts with Central America and the Yucatan Peninsula over the next 4-5 days.

Later Thursday, the cold front will start moving into Central Florida, reaching the northern part of the state by Thursday evening.

In addition to accurate forecasts from the Pinpoint Weather Team, the Pinpoint Weather App offers an interactive experience for those that like to follow the tropics.

Do you want to get away from the U.S. for a few years? If so, then there’s good news.

SpaceX launched another batch of Starlink satellites Thursday from Florida’s Space Coast.

In picking Rep. Matt Gaetz as his nominee for attorney general, President-elect Donald Trump is looking to install a fierce loyalist — who has been seen as divisive even within his own party — over some of the more established attorneys whose names had been mentioned for the nation’s top federal prosecutor post.

Some 295 more homes on the Indian River Lagoon will be converting their septic systems to sewer.

With a deadline of Dec. 31 just around the corner, over 150 condo associations along Volusia County's coast still have not turned in their "milestone" inspection reports.

Truck Parking Club used data from the Energy Information Administration to analyze Florida gas consumption over time and compare it to other areas.

What the Florida fall season lacks in cool weather and colorful leaves, it makes up for in festive fall events. Get in the fall spirit at the Palm Coast Harvest Festival, hosted by the Palm Coast Farmers Market.

In a release, DOJ officials said that the man — Alan Filion, 18 — admitted to making over 375 swatting and threat calls between August 2022 and January 2024.

The last words Michelle Reed heard from her 6-year-old adopted son in early November were: “Mom, come get me.”.

Orange County's $100 million Accelerated Transportation Safety Program targets safer streets and transit for all residents.

If your property insurance was canceled or not renewed in the last month or so, or is scheduled to be canceled in the next month, the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation wants to hear from you.

Dozens of ice carvers are working to complete the ICE! attraction telling the story of Elf for the first time.

Have you started decorating for the holidays yet? There's one annual charity event kicking off this weekend that might give you some inspiration.

Spirit Airlines says it won’t announce its quarterly financial results on time because the company is focused on talks with bond holders to restructure its debt.

A shocking discovery left residents and beachgoers concerned: A human head washing ashore.

While it is still too early to pinpoint exact timing, track and intensity, there are a two main routes this system could take over the next few days.

A stronger cold front will clear Florida this week, ushering in drier and cooler air.

Time is running out for Central Florida residents impacted by Hurricane Milton to apply for free temporary roof repairs through Operation Blue Roof Program.

The store will feature a second-story sitting area, offer a pharmacy and host a liquor shop. But it'll be missing out on one notable feature.

Of the 50 metros examined in this list, Austin, Texas was considered the most debt-ridden thanks to its high growth in recent years. But several Florida cities made it into the top 10.

Sen. John Thune has won an internal election among Republican senators to become the chamber’s next majority leader.

The family of a man shot at an Orange County gas station is speaking out and seeking justice.

While there is uncertainty in the overall track and intensity of the system, interests in Cuba, Central America and Florida should monitor the progress the system through the weekend and early next week.

While there is uncertainty in the overall track and intensity of the system, interests in Cuba, Central America and Florida should monitor the progress the system through the weekend and early next week.

Control of the U.S. House rests on just over a dozen races where winners have not yet been determined.

A fire at a house in Daytona Beach forced two people from their homes Sunday night, and crews believe a lithium-ion battery helped cause the fire.