Ex-probation officer used court database to warn drug traffickers, Orange deputies say
The woman had been fired but was able to access the database due to an apparent clerical error.
NASA taps Relativity Space for Mars science mission to launch from Cape Canaveral
NASA plans to hand over the goods to commercial company Relativity Space to fly its next big Mars science project that aims to help better protect astronaut landings in the…
Florida could soon ban undocumented students from public universities, colleges
Florida could soon ban undocumented students from its public universities and colleges, with governing boards planning discussions and votes later this month
Florida says AIDS drug program could need more money
Lawmakers acted earlier this year to save a key AIDS drug program from drastic cuts, but a report from the state released on Monday indicates the program remains in peril.
‘Nursing-home execution’: Advocates argue Orange County wife-killer, 74, is too old to be put to death
An Orange County man who brutally killed his wife in 1992 is slated to become the oldest person ever executed in Florida next week. Advocates are calling on Gov. Ron…
Orange County can’t agree to hike impact fees to build roads
Orange County commissioners chose this week to put off a decision on one promising option to raise revenue for new roads — hiking transportation impact fees.
‘Elf’ actor Faizon Love arrested in Florida
Faizon Love, an actor who appeared in the movies "Elf" and "Couples Retreat" has been arrested in Florida.
US Supreme Court to consider if Florida law on jury size is constitutional
The US Supreme Court has agreed to consider whether Florida juries should have 12 jurors rather than the six required under current law.
Orlando FHP captain, trooper fired amid Osceola County fraud charges
A Florida Highway Patrol captain and a trooper are no longer with the agency after turning themselves in at the Osceola County Jail on warrants accusing them of fraud-related crimes.
Vote on UF’s next president stalls after questions over hiring practices
Despite getting close to locking in the next leader of Florida’s top university, the school has hit a stumbling block.