Miami Man Is Florida's Newest Millionaire After Playing Lottery's 'Jackpot Triple Play'
A Miami man is the state's newest millionaire after hitting it big playing the Florida Lottery's 'Jackpot Triple Play'.
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A Miami man is the state's newest millionaire after hitting it big playing the Florida Lottery's 'Jackpot Triple Play'.
As a battle continues about the constitutionality of a Florida law that seeks to crack down on social-media giants such as Facebook and Twitter, a federal appeals court has allowed a similar Texas law to take effect.
As if hurricane season didn't give us enough to worry about, a new study shows an increased risk from wildfires in the coming years.
The school year is coming to an end for college students across the country. Millions faced high housing costs this past year and prices are only going to go higher, especially for those living off campus.
One person was taken to the hospital with severe burns after a food truck exploded during a seafood festival at Riverside Park in Vero Beach Florida on Saturday.
In an effort to avoid a life sentence, a woman accused of participating in the machete killing of a South Florida teen almost seven years ago is ready to take a plea deal, according to her attorney.
The parents of a 2-year-old central Florida girl, who weighed less than 10 pounds when she died, were arrested on child abuse charges.
2022 is close to turning into another record year for manatee deaths in Florida.
State Rep. Cord Byrd, a Neptune Beach Republican who has been at the forefront of controversial legislation supported by Gov. Ron DeSantis, will oversee the 2022 elections in Florida.
A judge's ruling that a new congressional map drawn by Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' staff is unconstitutional has been appealed by the state.
After the Superbowl in Miami, 45,000 pounds of extra, unused food was collected and distributed. This week, it took more than 100 volunteers to collect 90,000 pounds of leftover food from the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix.
A spokesman for the American Automobile Association says gasoline prices have reached record-high levels in Florida and is offering some money-saving tips for consumers.
Florida attracted a record number of tourists during the first three months of 2022, surpassing totals from similar quarters before the COVID-19 pandemic rocked the hospitality and leisure industry.
Before being assigned to the case of Parkland school gunman Nikolas Cruz, Broward Circuit Judge Elizabeth Scherer had never overseen a death penalty trial or one with much publicity.
The juvenile dolphin was rescued nearly one year ago after being discovered stranded in waters around Goose Island State Park in Texas
NEXT Weather meteorologist Lissette Gonzalez says the breezy conditions will continue through the weekend and isolated showers are possible.
The accident happened early Friday morning on NW 27 Avenue near NW132 Street.
Morgan Rynor reports the family of Wilton Mena has asked for the public's in finding his killer.
Dwight Bullard, the senior political advisor of Florida Rising, says there are a lot of important issues on the ballot that could be decided by just a few votes.
Lisa Petrillo says Miami's first proper hand roll bar has arrived in Brickell, offering an intimate 27-seat dining experience that focuses on the art of handcrafted sushi.
A South Florida doctor has been arrested and is facing serious charges related to drug trafficking.
A deadly motorcycle accident shut down the Palmetto Expressway on Friday afternoon.
Daniel Fleureme fraudulently claimed that he had owned a since its creation on 2017, DOJ says.
Here are some key things to know before voting in the 2024 election, including what's on the ballot and what a sample ballot looks like.
Families are going together, some even voted for the first time.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies.
Former President Donald Trump went after former GOP Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming during a campaign event with conservative personality Tucker Carlson.
This month's report reflects a lot of noise due to hurricanes, Boeing machinists strike.
Some voters may wish to only vote in some races. Here's what happens if you leave fields blank.
Walz recorded the interview with Colbert Thursday in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, underscoring the Harris campaign's focus on the battleground state in the 2024 election.
The personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index eased to a 2.1% annual rate in September, close to the Fed's target.
Jim sits down with key stakeholders in some of Florida's most contentious ballot initiatives.
Jim DeFede speaks to two individuals on both sides of legalizing recreation marijuana with Amendment 3.
Republican Rosanna Cordero-Stutz and Democrat James Reyes faced off for a debate as Miami-Dade's sheriff.
Jim DeFede spoke to women who were not allowed to have an abortion in Florida.
Jim goes one-on-one with Dr. Grazie Christie, a radiologist who is opposed to Amendment 4 on the right to abortion.
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
Recalled products were sent to distributors in 35 states and sold on Amazon, Dynarex said in notice posted by FDA.
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.
At Memorial Healthcare System, the innovative Aquablation procedure is changing the landscape of enlarged prostate treatment.
McDonald's says Quarter Pounders will be back on the menu at hundreds of its restaurants after testing ruled out beef patties as the source of an E. coli outbreak.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
For that authentic grilling experience, you can't beat a charcoal grill. We've rounded up the best grill options.
Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Reggaeton artist Nicky Jam on Wednesday revoked his endorsement of Donald Trump, after Tony Hinchcliffe's rally joke calling Puerto Rico "garbage."
A benefit raising money for relief and recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton will be broadcast Saturday night.
Teri Garr rose from being a background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to co-star in such favorites as "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie."
Tourism officials on Florida's Gulf Coast say one of the ways concerned people can help the area recover is to visit as tourists.