Florida teacher arrested, accused of playing loud music to disrupt student testing, police say

A Florida middle school teacher was arrested, accused of playing loud music with the intent to disrupt the Florida Standards Assessments (FSA) testing being conducted at the school. 

Status of drop-tower rides at major theme parks after teen's death in Orlando

While most of these attractions are not exactly the same as the tower ride in Orlando where a 14-year-old boy died, some parks have issued statements about their individual safety protocols.

Body of missing Florida mom Cassie Carli found in shallow grave, sheriff says

The body of Cassie Carli, a Florida mother who disappeared a week ago while trying to pick up her 4-year-old daughter from her ex-boyfriend, was discovered in a shallow grave Saturday night. 

Florida hires forensic firm to investigate Tyre Sampson death from Orlando FreeFall ride

Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried promised a “complete and thorough investigation” into how a 14-year-old teenager fell from the Orlando FreeFall drop tower last week at ICON Park.

For sale: Off-the-grid island home tucked inside a Florida state park

The home, listed for a mere $3.5 million, is over 6,000 square feet and comes with its own private dock so you can park your boat.

Gabby Petito case: Laundrie family attorney files motion to dismiss lawsuit from victim's parents

Laundrie family attorney Steven Bertolino has filed a motion asking a Florida judge to dismiss a civil lawsuit from the parents of Gabby Petito, arguing that there are no facts to support their claims of "intentional infliction of emotional distress." Rather, he argued that Chris and Roberta Laundrie were exercising their right to remain silent.

Alligator seen swimming with football in mouth in Florida

The image sparked some debate between viewers on whether the gator was trying to eat it – or practicing its football skills.

Orlando FreeFall rider death: Operations manual shows boy exceeded attraction's weight limits

The operations manual for Orlando FreeFall, the drop tower ride at ICON Park where a 14-year-old boy died last week after he seemingly fell out of the ride's restraints, indicates that the boy exceeded the ride's weight restrictions.

Gov. DeSantis signs bill prohibiting gender identity, sexual orientation instruction in grades K-3

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed the "Parental Rights in Education Act" into law during a visit to Classical Preparatory School in Spring Hill. The bill bars instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity for young public-school students.

Father of teen who fell from ride wants answers: 'This should never happen'

A father wants to know why his son died on a ride. Yarnell Sampson said his 14-year-old son, Tyre, was visiting Orlando from St. Louis through a football program. He just wanted the kids to have fun and never expected this tragedy to occur.

Teen falls from Florida ride: Video shows moments leading up to deadly plunge

Witnesses say a 14-year-old boy fell from the Orlando Free Fall ride, which stands at 430 feet. It is the world’s tallest freestanding drop tower.

Gov. DeSantis issues proclamation declaring Sarasota swimmer 'real' winner over transgender athlete

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has issued a proclamation declaring Sarasota native Emma Weyant the "real" winner of the NCAA Championship 500-yard freestyle after the top spot had gone to UPenn swimmer Lia Thomas, the first known transgender woman to win the title.

'I killed a lady on the bridge': Florida drawbridge tender arrested after 79-year-old falls to her death

Police said video evidence contradicted the worker's statement that she walked out onto the balcony and visually checked the bridge for vehicles or pedestrians, saying her actions showed "reckless disregard of human life."