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8 people hurt after flight to Florida experiences 'severe turbulence'

Florida

Columbia County K-9 missing after following suspect into woods

The K-9 named "Chaos" chased after a suspect who fled a traffic stop. Deputies say the suspect had out of county warrants and drugs in his possession.
National Politics

DeSantis, Newsom set date for FOX News debate

Sean Hannity will host and moderate the 90-minute debate between the two governors officially set for late 2023.
Florida

Florida siblings, ages 10 and 11, stopped while driving mom's car on freeway 200 miles from home

The mother declined to press charges and the children were released to her.
Florida

Brightline train's first-ever trip from Miami to Orlando halted by deadly crash

A pedestrian was hit and killed by another Brightline train on the route, news partner WESH reported. Brightline trains have the highest death rate in the U.S.
Florida

Here's how you can apply for Florida Department of Children and Families' 'DSNAP' program

First, you must pre-register by Sept. 28 and next, complete an interview based on your last name in correspondence with the appropriate date.
Animals

Black bear captured after spotted in tree at Disney's Magic Kingdom

Florida wildlife officials explained the black bear was most likely moving through the area looking for food.
Florida

Second neo-Nazi arrested for hanging antisemitic banners over Orlando bridge

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement says there are outstanding arrest warrants out for two other neo-Nazi demonstrators.
Florida

Alligator missing part of its upper jaw rescued in Central Florida

The rescued gator will call Gatorland in Orlando home.
Crime

Neo-Nazi demonstrator arrested for hanging swastikas, antisemitic banners over Florida highway

48-year-old Jason Brown claims to be a member of an antisemitic extremist group called 'Order of the Black Sun.'
Florida

Florida Supreme Court hears arguments Friday that could change abortion access

Florida's constitution guarantees a right to privacy "free from governmental intrusion." Does a 15-week abortion ban go against the Constitution?
Florida

Friday is last day to get hurricane supplies tax-free!

Florida's Disaster Preparedness Tax Holiday ends Friday. People can buy flashlights, batteries, toilet paper and paper towels - all tax-free.