State News
Sunday, May 24, 2026 · Escambia County
Cape Coral Man Arrested After Armed Domestic Dispute
Cape Coral police arrested Isaias Jamon Garcia, 22, after he forced his way into a home, threatened an occupant with a gun, and prevented another from leaving.
Palm Coast Man Arrested in Assault of Pregnant Woman
Palm Coast man Damien Irven, 25, arrested after assaulting and strangling a pregnant woman, holding her captive for hours at her home on May 18.
Sunday, May 24, 2026
Fire Chief Thomas Smothers Marks Two Decades of Service to Ocoee
Ocoee Fire Chief Thomas Smothers celebrates over two decades of dedicated service to the community, leading the department with commitment and care.
Sunday, May 24, 2026
Burn Ban Takes Effect in Unincorporated Citrus County
Unincorporated Citrus County enters a burn ban as drought conditions spike. The restriction takes effect April 1 and may lift once conditions improve.
Sunday, May 24, 2026
FIU Men's Basketball Commits Four-Star Guard Trey Beamer
FIU men's basketball lands four-star guard Trey Beamer, the No. 85 ranked freshman in the 2026 class.
Sunday, May 24, 2026
Poissonnier Named CUSA All-Conference in Golf
Florida golfer Romane Poissonnier received First Team All-Conference honors from Conference USA, earning the Panthers' sole selection for the 2026 postseason awards.
Sunday, May 24, 2026