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St. Cloud teen accused of livestreaming threat towards middle school, police say

A 14-year-old boy is accused of using TikTok to livestream a threat towards St. Cloud Middle School, according to police.

Political science professor breaks down midterm election results on WESH 2

An assistant political science professor broke down midterm election results on WESH 2 Monday night.

Thune, Schumer face questions about Senate leadership in aftermath of elections

Senators from both parties returned to Washington on Monday with questions about the future of their leadership after last week's election decisively gave Democrats a significant new majority.

Trial for Charlie Kirk accused killer set for summer 2028

Charlie Kirk’s accused killer will not go to trial until 2028, a timeline the Kirk family called a "painful" delay.

Trump '100%' backs bill to make data centers pay more, potentially lowering electricity costs

President Trump says the White House is "100% behind" a bipartisan bill that could reduce electricity bills by requiring data centers to pay more for energy infrastructure.

Florida bank accounts for sale on the dark web

In recent years, there has been an increase in Florida bank accounts being advertised for sale.

Vehicle fire on I-4 eastbound causes lane closures near Lake Buena Vista

The two right lanes are blocked as crews work to put out the fire.

AI-generated political ads spiked in 2026, but campaigns still prioritized other means of messaging

For two election cycles, misinformation and election experts have wondered: Will content generated with artificial intelligence dominate races and mislead voters?

Judge denies bond for 2 teens accused in Tiger Bay State Forest beating

A Volusia County judge denied bond Monday for two teenagers accused in the beating of a disabled man at Tiger Bay State Forest.

Trump after meeting with Qatari PM says he believes war with Iran is militarily 'effectively over'

President Donald Trump on Monday told reporters he believes the war in Iran "militarily is effectively over."

FBI investigates 'suspected homicide' aboard cruise ship out of Texas

The FBI is investigating a "suspected homicide" after a cruise ship out of Texas turned back to port following authorities being alerted to a "guest incident." Here's what we know

Judge denies three key motions in Lindsay Clancy case, clearing path for decision about second trial

Judge denies three key motions in the Lindsay Clancy case, moving the accused mother closer to a possible second trial. Here's what to know

Nvidia shares fall after report of CEO investigation

Nvidia shares fell after reports that CEO Jensen Huang was the target of a foreign intelligence effort.

FDA adds warning about rare vision loss to popular GLP-1s

The FDA will now require makers of GLP-1s like Ozempic and Zepbound to add a warning about a rare condition causing vision loss to the drugs' labels.

US Rep. Lauren Boebert loses reelection for Colorado House seat

U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert has lost reelection for her Colorado House seat.

Senate's first major action since midterms: Weighing sweeping energy legislation

The Senate on Monday is set to take up bipartisan legislation aimed at speeding up permitting reviews for data centers and other infrastructure projects.

Supreme Court clears the way for border wall construction in Texas' Big Bend to resume

The Supreme Court cleared the way Monday for the Trump administration to resume border wall construction in the Big Bend region of Texas for now.

Justin Timberlake makes runway appearance with niece for Down syndrome fundraising event

Justin Timberlake made an appearance on Saturday with his 9-year-old niece and his two sons for a Global Down Syndrome Foundation runway event in Denver.

Another shake-up at DC Studios: Gunn and Safran out as Skydance appoints Marvel vet Latchman

Superman, Batman and the rest of the DC heroes are getting a new boss, yet again. James Gunn and Peter Safran are stepping down as co-chief executives after four years of leading DC Studios.

Rep. Thomas Massie forcing vote on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth impeachment

Rep. Thomas Massie is moving to force a vote on articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Secret Service investigating crash near White House, two men arrested

The White House went into lockdown after a car crash and a barricade breach led to two arrests and precautionary measures.

Rochelle Fleming, lead singer of '70s disco and soul group First Choice, dies

Rochelle Fleming, the power vocalist who was the lead singer of the R&B and disco girl group First Choice, has died.

Veterans Day 2026: What's open and closed across Central Florida

Veterans Day falls on Wednesday, and many government offices, post offices and banks across Central Florida will close.

Brevard County man awaits sentencing for killing 4, including his daughter

Domenico Gigante, who pleaded guilty to killing four people in 2023, including his 15-year-old daughter, could face the death penalty as sentencing begins.

Cruise ship staffer reportedly treads water in the ocean for nine hours before being rescued

Two fishermen have rescued a man thought to have been treading water off the coast of California for nine hours after falling from a cruise ship.

Death investigation underway in Orlando, police say

A death investigation is underway after one person was found dead in an Orlando neighborhood.

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Winter Garden man pleads guilty to second-degree murder in ATV shooting

Ralph Hensel, 59, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the fatal shooting of Ja’Keem Williams, 35, at a Winter Garden apartment complex in February 2025.

Reports: At least 19 runners hospitalized with 'mystery illness' during half-marathon

At least 19 people are recovering after multiple reports said they came down with a mystery illness during a half-marathon in California.

College Football Playoff doubles up, expands to 24 teams beginning next season

The College Football Playoff will double in size to 24 teams beginning next year, bringing an end to a three-decade era of conference title games that used to be among the season's main events.

Trump says his deportation policy 'might have been too tough' for voters

In his first major interview since his party lost control of the House and Senate in the midterms, Trump said he thinks his administration was too aggressive on deportations and that he thinks he can work with Democrats in the new Congress.

'I'm scared': Florida high school student swims through chest-deep floodwaters after bus drop-off

A Florida high school student swam through chest-deep floodwaters after being dropped off by his school bus, sparking concern from his father.

South African police arrest 9 foreigners for trying to join Russia-Ukraine war

Nine foreign nationals suspected of violating South African mercenary laws by trying to travel from South Africa to Russia to fight in the war between Russia and Ukraine have been arrested, police said Monday.

Coldest air of the season coming to Central Florida this week

We could see morning temperatures in the 40s.

Ole Miss investigates video showing women making racist gestures outside student apartment

The University of Mississippi is investigating a video that appears to show two women making monkey gestures and noises outside of a student's apartment.

FSU hires alum Jeff Purinton as athletic director

Florida State fired former athletic director Michael Alford in September.

21-year-old man dies days after shooting near Apopka festival; teen faces murder charge, police say

A 21-year-old man died days after being shot near the Fall Family Festival in Apopka.

Charges dropped against man accused of downtown Orlando stabbing

Prosecutors say video footage and witness statements support a man's claim that he acted in self-defense during the October stabbing in Downtown Orlando.

Man accused of killing 2 brothers in Casselberry high-speed crash faces possible life sentence

The driver accused in a Casselberry crash that killed two brothers could face life in prison at a probation hearing Monday.

Russia's top independent newspaper closes its office after three decades, citing official pressure

Novaya Gazeta, Russia's most celebrated independent newspaper, closed its Moscow offices Monday, citing relentless pressure from government officials.

Russell Brand to spend 10 1/2 years in British prison for rape and sexual assault

Russell Brand was sentenced Monday to 10 1/2 years in prison for raping one woman and sexually assaulting three others.

Nvidia shares drop after co. investigates whether CEO was 'target of a foreign intelligence effort'

Shares of Nvidia are sliding before the market open on Monday as the chip company announced an investigation into reports that CEO Jensen Huang was the “target of a foreign intelligence effort.”

Pope visits struggling Argentine home for people with disabilities to press economic message

Pope Leo XIV doubled down Monday on his call for Argentina to look out for the weakest and most vulnerable as he visited a home for people with disabilities in a symbolically powerful rebuke of President Javier Milei’s austerity measures.

NASA's Jared Isaacman: 'The old NASA is coming back to life' | Exclusive

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman says "the old NASA is coming back to life" as the agency pushes to move faster on Artemis missions.

What is the 'Protect College Sports Act' and why does it face an uphill battle in the House?

A bipartisan Senate bill addressing college athlete payments and Olympic sports protections faces opposition in the House during Congress's lame-duck session.

Russell Brand faces significant prison term for rape and sexual assaults

Russell Brand faces a reckoning Monday for sexual abuse that occurred just offstage from a public life built around boasts of his erotic exploits.

New data shows US crime is down across the board

Property crime rates fell nearly 20%, and violent crime was down about 10% from 2024 to 2025, per the latest data from the National Crime Victimization Survey.

Brevard County begins flood cleanup efforts; here's how residents can get help

One week after deadly floodwaters hit Brevard County, cleanup is getting underway for residents in unincorporated areas.

Coldest air of the season coming to Central Florida this week

After temperatures reach the lower 80s early in the week, the season's coldest air will bring morning temperatures into the 40s.

Joe Biden to limit memoir promotion tour, says cancer 'slows me down'

Former President Joe Biden announced he will need to limit promotional events for his upcoming memoir release as he continues treatment for prostate cancer.

Driver fleeing Umatilla police crashes into Jeep, kills woman, FHP says

A 44-year-old woman is dead after a driver fleeing a Umatilla police stop ran a red light and crashed into her SUV, FHP says.

US-led peace talks for Russia and Ukraine will look at security guarantees for both sides

For the first time since February, Russian, Ukrainian and U.S. negotiators are scheduled to hold talks on ending the full-scale war that is nearing the five-year mark, with security guarantee stopping the agenda.

China dismisses a spy plot claim involving Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang as smear campaign

China denied on Monday there was a spy plot attempt to ensnare Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, calling the spying allegations unsubstantiated and a smear campaign against Beijing.

Police: Gunman who killed at least 6 people in Polish city square dies in hospital

The 24-year-old with far-right views who killed six people and wounded 15 others in a shooting in a Polish city square died in the hospital Monday, police said.

Deportation flight of Iranians from US scuttled at last minute, attorney says

A deportation flight carrying Iranian nationals was scuttled at the last minute, according to an attorney for detainees on board.

Investigation underway after 2 skydivers die when parachutes become entangled midair in California

Two experienced skydivers died after colliding about 150 feet above the ground during an organized event in Southern California. Here's what we know

Downtown Orlando businesses push back against after-midnight alcohol sales fees

Some downtown Orlando business owners are calling on the city to suspend a program that requires certain establishments to help pay public safety costs if they serve alcohol after midnight.

NASA awards $10B in contracts for Moon Base cargo, nuclear rover

NASA is expanding its Moon Base push with new cargo contracts and a nuclear-powered rover built from spare Mars rover hardware.

NTSB completes investigation of areas outside Florida jet crash excavation site, finds plane parts

NTSB crews have completed searches outside the crash site and sent some recovered parts to Washington for analysis

'Our team is ready': Artemis III crew talks with WESH 2 at NASA air show

NASA says the Artemis III rocket is fully stacked, and astronauts are preparing for a summer launch. The crew calls the mission a huge honor.

President Trump says he was 'just kidding' about making UFC CEO Dana White his press secretary

President Trump says he was only "kidding" about offering UFC boss Dana White the White House press secretary job, but the UFC boss still plans a White House visit Monday. Here's what to know

NASA launches $1M moon base challenge for students

NASA is inviting student teams at U.S. high schools and postsecondary schools to develop ideas for a future lunar base as part of a $1 million competition.

Coin flip settles a tie in a northern Kentucky election

A Kentucky election for magistrate ended in a 91-91 tie — then officials settled it with a coin flip.

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Charline Santos elected Seminole County’s first Democrat commissioner in 30 years

Charline Santos defeated longtime Republican incumbent Amy Lockhart to become Seminole County’s first Democratic commissioner in three decades and the first woman of color to hold the position.

Expecting a new grandchild? Here’s why you may want to see your doctor before their birth

Having a new grandbaby? With respiratory viruses and measles circulating, doctors say grandparents, caretakers, and other families should check if these vaccines are up to date before the first visit

Urban Meyer inducted into Florida's ring of honor. National title-winning coach calls it 'humbling'

Former Florida coach Urban Meyer, whose teams won two national titles, was inducted into the Gators’ ring of honor Saturday night after the first quarter of their game against Oklahoma.

A shooting in the Polish city of Krakow killed 6 people. Here's what to know

​Here is what we know about a shooting that killed 6 and injured more than a dozen others, marking a grim first in modern-day Poland

Advice for learning the mother tongue of your ancestors

Learning an ancestral language can help families reconnect with their roots — and you don't need to be anywhere close to perfect to start.

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Rising St. Johns River floods Brevard County therapeutic horse farm, cancels riding sessions

Rising St. Johns River floodwater has completely flooded a Brevard County therapeutic horse farm, canceling riding sessions indefinitely.

Kyle Larson becomes first back-to-back NASCAR Cup Series champion since 2010

Kyle Larson is now a three-time NASCAR champion, joining a list that includes seven-time champs Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt and Jimmie Johnson.

After 70 years without a grocery store, neighbors build their own

What started with a neighborhood garden in Birmingham is growing into something bigger, bringing fresh food closer to home for residents who were once in a food desert.

Nvidia launches investigation into CEO Jensen Huang over foreign intelligence concerns

The investigation comes after U.S. officials expressed concern over Huang's relationship with the executive of a Singapore-based company.

President Trump and his Justice Department stand defiant as Democrats ready an investigative blitz

Trump and his Justice Department are taking a combative stance as Democrats prepare aggressive investigations after their midterm wins.

Florida drops out of AP Top 25, Miami falls to Notre Dame

The Gators fell out of the rankings after losing to Oklahoma, while the Hurricanes dropped four spots following a loss in South Bend.

Floods bring rare relief to US Southwest reservoirs as Lake Powell rises 20 feet

Recent flooding across the U.S. Southwest is providing relief to thirsty reservoirs that had fallen to record lows amid a yearslong megadrought.

UFC CEO Dana White to visit White House after Trump offers him press secretary role

President Trump has offered UFC CEO Dana White the position of White House press secretary as part of a series of changes in his administration following Republican losses in Congress.

Israel’s president officially gives Eisenkot the first chance to form the next government

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has officially given opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot the first chance to form the next government.

At least 21 dead after boat carrying migrants sinks off Senegal coast, interior ministry says

At least 21 people died after a boat carrying migrants sank off Senegal's coast, the country's interior ministry said on Sunday.

'Little Rascals' star creates GoFundMe ahead of welcoming sixth child: 'No other choice'

A former child actor, known for his role in the movie "The Little Rascals," is asking for help during a desperate time in his life.

Beautiful end to the weekend with rain forecasted by midweek

Track the temperature changes ahead with meteorologist Victoria Wisniewski

Police: Father left 6-year-old sleeping in line for Pokémon card release

A South Carolina man was arrested after police say he left his 6-year-old daughter sleeping outside of Target to hold his spot in line for the release of a new Pokémon trading card set.

Russia targets emergency crews at the site of a deadly strike in southern Ukraine

A Russian drone struck emergency workers on rescue missions in southern Ukraine on Sunday, hitting a former school and nearby shelter that had been earlier blasted by multiple Russian guided bombs as residents waited for humanitarian aid, authorities said.

Building owned by Saudi oil giant damaged in missile attack on Riyadh's financial district

A building belonging to Saudi oil giant Aramco in the financial district in the capital Riyadh has been damaged in a missile attack.

Pope wraps up Uruguay visit and heads to most fraught stop of his tour in Milei's Argentina

Pope Leo XIV was traveling to the city of Florida, north of Montevideo, before heading to Argentina for the second leg of his three-nation tour of South America.

Strong earthquake shakes central Japan: At least 22 people injured

A strong earthquake shook central Japan early Sunday, shattering store windows, causing people to flee buildings and leaving at least 22 people injured, according to local media.

Poles mourn rare mass killing as investigators say attacker had far-right views

Poland began two days of national mourning on Sunday, after a 24-year-old man with far-right views drove into a busy central square in Krakow and opened fire, killing six people and wounding 15 others before police shot and wounded him.

2 charged in deadly shooting at Winston-Salem State during homecoming weekend

One person had died and three others were shot following two separate shootings that occurred at a North Carolina university campus on Saturday, officials said.

Colin Kaepernick named Muhammad Ali Humanitarian of the Year

Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick was in Louisville Saturday night to receive the Muhammad Ali Center's Humanitarian of the Year award.

'Uncharted waters’: St. Cloud anticipates service cuts after Florida voters approve Amendment 3

St. Cloud is set to lose millions of dollars in property tax revenue and may eventually reduce some services and community events following Amendment 3 passing on Tuesday.

Small plane makes emergency landing on South Florida road

A small plane made an emergency landing Saturday on a road in Lee County, striking a pickup truck in the process, according to the sheriff's office.

Notre Dame holds off No. 1 Miami in a classic

CJ Carr threw for 319 yards and three touchdowns, and No. 4 Notre Dame avenged its most damaging loss from last season by running out to a 21-point lead and holding on to beat No. 1 Miami

Ryan Elijah claims victory in Florida's District 7 before official race call

Ryan Elijah, the Republican candidate in the race for Florida's 7th congressional district, declared victory Saturday despite no official race call.

Development chances near zero for Atlantic disturbance, NHC says

Development chances over the next week for a disturbance being monitored in the Atlantic dropped Saturday to near 0%, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Body cam shows Massachusetts police chief found in unmarked cruiser with vodka

Police body camera footage shows officers discovering the chief of a nearby department in an unmarked cruiser with two bottles of vodka last month.

Want to fly to the moon? NASA is looking for new astronauts to help grow its Artemis program

Want to fly to the moon and help build a permanent lunar base? NASA is accepting applications for a new astronaut class that will help grow the Artemis program.

A father who taught his daughter to love flying is mourning after her Learjet crashed in Florida

Nathalia Gadelha Filgueiras was 12 when she started going up in planes while her father was at the controls, watching the ground fall away beneath them. By the time she was 17, she had her own pilot’s license, having fallen in love with flying just as her father had. ‌

Soto claims narrow victory over Green in Florida’s redrawn 9th District despite no official call

Democratic U.S. Rep. Darren Soto claimed victory after the election Tuesday in his closely contested race against Republican Dan Green, although the race had not been officially called and could still face a recount.

Florida's Amendment 3 passes | Homestead property tax exemption

Amendment 3 — a homestead property tax exemption that proved to be one of the most divisive aspects of Florida's 2026 midterm election — is projected to pass, the Associated Press has called.