Florida Bill Expands 'Gang Member' Label After Just 2 Sightings

A Florida Senate bill slashing the threshold to label someone a gang member from multiple to just two associations has cleared its final committee. Sponsored by Ft. Myers Republican Sen. Jonathan Martin, SB 536 adds online posts and spouse testimony to the mix. If passed, it takes effect Oct. 1 amid rising gang concerns statewide.

Apr 22

FBI's Most Wanted Fugitive Captured in High Springs After Just 24 Hours on List

Apr 22

Heat Battle for Playoff Survival in Florida's NBA Stakes

The Miami Heat find themselves in a critical stretch of the 2025-26 season, sitting just a half-game behind the Orlando Magic in the race for an Eastern Conference playoff spot. With a 34-29 record and momentum on their side, Miami must navigate a treacherous upcoming schedule to avoid the play-in tournament and secure one of the league's coveted playoff berths.

Apr 22

Miami Dolphins Load Up Defense for Florida Playoff Run

Apr 22

Gators Baseball Sweeps No. 4 Arkansas in Historic Road Triumph

Apr 22

Florida Panthers Claim Back-to-Back Stanley Cups in Sunrise Thriller

Apr 22

Orlando Magic Punch Playoff Ticket with Road Thriller Over Hornets

Apr 22

Ulta Beauty World Transforms Orlando into Beauty Epicenter

Orlando's Orange County Convention Center hosts Ulta Beauty World 2026 today, drawing beauty enthusiasts with 200+ brands and exclusive perks. The one-day expo promises immersive experiences, expert panels and swag bags worth over $2,000. Florida's tourism and beauty scenes get a major boost from this New York-style glamour invasion.

Apr 22

Muppets Revamp Rock 'n' Roller Coaster at Orlando's Hollywood Studios

Apr 22

Lake Mary Coach Becomes Guardian to Orphaned Wrestler

A Lake Mary High School wrestling coach stepped up as legal guardian for student-athlete Maryellen Wingate after she lost both parents to cancer. The heartfelt act provides stability for the teen on and off the mat in Central Florida. Wingate's story highlights compassion amid tragedy.

Apr 22

Davie, Neighbors Unite in Plantation for Relay for Life Cancer Fight

Thousands gathered Saturday in Plantation Central Park as Davie, Weston, Cooper City and Plantation rallied against cancer in the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. Under a Western theme, survivors walked laps, luminarias glowed in remembrance, and communities pushed toward a $10,000 goal. The event fused fun, food and fierce fundraising for Florida's cancer battle.

Apr 22

Navigating the Digital Divide: When Apps Don't Play Nice

Feeling lost in translation when your favorite platforms refuse to connect? Let's decode the cross-platform conundrum and discover solutions for a smoother digital life.

Apr 22

Bridging the Divide: Strategies for Seamless Cross-Platform Experiences

Apr 22

The Streaming Wars: Who's Winning (and Why You Should Care)

Apr 22

The Streaming Wars: Are We Winning?

Apr 22

Bridging Divides: Finding Common Ground in Our Digital World

Apr 22

PortMiami's $345M Expansion Supercharges Florida Trade Hub

PortMiami is transforming into a global powerhouse with multimillion-dollar cruise and cargo upgrades set to double traffic by 2035. From Royal Caribbean's new mega-terminal to cutting-edge AI cargo tech, the port promises jobs and economic boom for South Florida. Officials hail it as a game-changer for Florida's trade dominance.

Apr 22

Orlando Home Prices Dip Amid Surge in Inventory, Defying Earlier Surge Hype

Apr 22

Florida Spring Break Draws Record Crowds, Fuels Tourism Boom

Apr 22

Lightning on Brink vs. Canadiens in Tense Tampa Playoff Thriller

Apr 22

Gators Capture SEC Baseball Crown in Hoover

Apr 22

EPA Expands Wildfire Smoke Defense With New Community Grant Program

The Environmental Protection Agency is ramping up its fight against wildfire smoke health threats through a combination of new grant funding, updated guidance documents, and coordinated regional action. The agency's multifaceted approach marks a significant shift in how federal officials are preparing American communities for increasingly severe smoke events.

Apr 22

Mysterious HMPV Virus Surges Across U.S., No Vaccine in Sight

Apr 22

Supreme Court Poised to Reshape Voting Rights in Louisiana Redistricting Clash

Apr 22

ICE Detains Mexican National Accused of Impregnating 11-Year-Old Girl

Apr 22