Florida Highway Patrol trooper crashes into motorcycle after chase, FHP says

FORT MYERS, Fla. — A motorcyclist is recovering after a crash while trying to escape a traffic stop, Florida Highway Patrol reports. FHP said on Thursday night, around 10:45 p.m., a trooper in a marked dodge charger tried to stop a motorcycle on...

Florida man clings onto back of moving UPS truck after shoplifting attempt at Lowe's, deputies say

Deputies in Flagler County say they responded to a shoplifting at Lowe's in Palm Coast after a man attempted to steal nearly $1,500 worth of merchandise. FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. — A man who is accused of trying to shoplift at Lowe's was arrested...

Florida Land Steward Update, July 11, 2025

Florida panther, by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission REPORT FLORIDA PANTHER SIGHTINGS If you see a Florida panther—whether in person, on a trail camera, or by signs like tracks, scat, or scratches—please report it at...

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Florida man clings to back of moving UPS truck to avoid deputies after Lowe's shoplifting attempt: officials

PALM COAST, Fla. - A Florida man found himself behind bars on a shoplifting charge after he tried to steal nearly $1,500 in merchandise from a Lowe's store in Flagler County, authorities said. Deputies said the man tried to evade arrest by hopping...

Florida man with meth pipe steals tourist train, picks up passengers for wild ride — and announces it's his 'birthday': Cops

A Florida man celebrated his birthday on July 4 by stealing a tourist train in Key West, picking up passengers, and having a meth pipe in his possession, according to police. Citing the arrest report, WPLG-TV said police received a call just...

Florida man accused of having meth, taking Key West Conch Tour Train for birthday joyride on 4th of July

The Key West Police Department says 57-year-old Jonathan Winslow spent his birthday behind bars after he took a Conch Tour Train for a joyride. KEY WEST, Fla. - A Florida man spent his birthday behind bars after he told police that he "borrowed" a...

Florida woman accused of playing doctor in backyard shed

Florida woman accused of playing doctor in backyard shed ORANGE COUNTY, WHERE WE’RE TAKING A LOOK AT SOME DRONE VIDEO. DEPUTIES ARE INVESTIGATING A DEADLY SHOOTING, AND WE ARE LIVE AT THE SCENE WITH WHAT WE KNOW SO FAR. PLUS, TEENS ARE KICKING...

Truck driver draining liquid waste nabbed

PORAC, Pampanga — A garbage truck driver was apprehended after he was caught draining liquid from decaying wastes in Barangay Babo Sacan here on Wednesday morning. The driver of the truck with plate number NBM 1282 was was identified as Renato...

Florida Supreme Court upholds death sentences

The Florida Supreme Court on Thursday upheld death sentences in two separate court cases. In one, out of the Florida Keys, the justices acknowledged improper statements made by a prosecutor, but rejected the inmate’s appeal. The other case, out of...

Traffic Alert: Hillsborough County Braces For Week-Long Lane Closures

Drivers urged to plan ahead as FDOT District 7 announces extensive construction schedule from July 13-19 HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla.- Hillsborough County commuters are advised to prepare for significant traffic impacts next week, as the Florida...

Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary office in Key Largo escapes DOGE's knife

The Upper Keys office for the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary will remain open after the federal Department of Government Efficiency threatened to terminate its lease this year. DOGE slated the Key Largo office for the chopping block when...

Florida man vandalizes City Hall lobby: Brooklyn blotter

BROOKLYN, Ohio Criminal mischief: Memphis Avenue On June 19, police didn’t have to go far to find a man vandalizing the interior of City Hall. The Florida resident had been released earlier in the day after being arrested for brandishing a knife....

Florida Law Now Allows Pregnant Women To Get Handicap Parking Permits

FLORIDA - A new Florida law is expanding access to handicap parking by allowing pregnant women to obtain temporary permits. Effective July 1st, the law lets expectant mothers apply for a one-year handicap parking placard by submitting Form HSMV...

Florida's anticipated bear hunt has strong opinions on both sides

“I recognize this is a tough thing to talk about. It’s hard. There’s a lot of emotions about it. But emotions don’t drive wildlife policy.” That was Travis Thompson speaking in support of a bear hunt at the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation...

Florida Python Challenge nears: To kill a python, leave your gun home

The challenge takes place from July 11-20 in designated South Florida locations. Participants compete for prizes, including $10,000 for removing the most pythons. Pythons must be killed humanely using specific approved methods. Guns, traps, and...

Florida GOP Declares Victory For “We The People” As Dems Rail Against “Big Beautiful Bill”

Chairman Evan Power Blasts Frost & Soto for Opposing Massive Tax Cuts and Freedom-Boosting Legislation The political temperature in Florida is heating up as Republican Party of Florida Chairman Evan Power today directly challenged Democratic...

Florida: Nation's deadliest state for morning motorcyclists; Miami crashes up 26%

Rise and ride...unless you’re a motorcyclist in Florida. A new study has revealed that Florida is the deadliest state in the nation for motorcyclists–specifically in the mornings. The personal injury law firm Shook & Stone recently analyzed...

Florida is growing unaffordable. Do politicians notice? | Column

I write a lot about politics. It’s important, but much of it bores me, which makes off-election years great, because you can explore other things. But one story you will hear more about as we move closer to 2026 is how Florida’s affordability...

Florida’s population boom raises infrastructure concerns along Gulf Coast

Florida’s population is on a rapid upward trajectory, with new estimates projecting nearly 26 million residents by 2035 — a more than 2.6 million increase from 2025. The surge is prompting urgent discussions around infrastructure, schools, and...