Now that Rays have clinched a playoff spot, bigger goals in focus
What you need to know about the Rays’ playoff situation, now and later, as Tampa Bay clinched its first appearance in the postseason since 2023 with a thrilling, walk-off win…
With support from loggers and (some) environmentalists, Congress unites on major wildfire bill
The proposed legislation comes at a time of increasingly devastating wildfires.
Republicans made El-Sayed a top midterm target. The Democrat wants to talk about Michigan voters
During this week's GOP convention, they attacked his progressive views, ties to a far-left commentator and Muslim faith.
Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test
By LAURAN NEERGAARD WASHINGTON (AP) — New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer’s years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say…
Start of UCF-Pitt game delayed due to severe weather in Pittsburgh
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the Pittsburgh area, asking fans to seek shelter in Acrisure Stadium.
Friday Football Rewind: DeLand blanks defending state champion Lake Mary
Lake Mary eliminated DeLand from the playoffs last season so the Bulldogs could not wait for their next chance at the Rams, and they exacted revenge with a 33-0 shutout.
Minnesota churches roiled by legal battle over ICE surveillance and right to protest
By GIOVANNA DELL’ORTO MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Court cases involving Twin Cities churches and immigration enforcement highlight how the acrimonious debate continues to roil faith communities more than six months since…
1 dead in overnight Orange County crash, FHP says
A 50-year-old woman from Ocoee died Saturday after a crash at the intersection of North Hiawassee Road and Clarcona Ocoee Road in Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Commentary: Florida voters have a history of pulling surprises | Steve Bousquet
Columnist Steve Bousquet reflects on how Florida voters have a history of doing unexpected things, and how they may once again.
Central Florida in store for a hot and stormy weekend, NWS says
This weekend will be hot, humid and stormy across Central Florida with scattered showers and thunderstorms expected, according to the National Weather Service in Melbourne.