Woman sought after stealing potted plant, sign from Avon Park home, deputies say

A woman is being sought after she pulled up to a home in Avon Park and stole a potted plant and a sign, according to the Highlands County Sheriff's Office.

26th, October 2026, 11:23pm

Woman faked pregnancies involving 'Bachelor' star, other man, court finds

The case centered on allegations brought by former "Bachelor" star Clayton Echard and another Arizona man, Gregory Gillespie, both of whom prosecutors say were targeted by the false pregnancy claims.

26th, October 2026, 10:53pm

Eric Bauza, the voice of Bugs Bunny and many other Looney Tunes characters, dies suddenly, family says

Voice actor Eric Bauza, who succeeded Mel Blanc in voicing lovable Looney Tunes characters like Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and Porky Pig, had died, his family announced Sunday night.

26th, October 2026, 09:01pm

Florida man dies after crashing homemade vehicle over the weekend: FHP

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA)— A 67-year-old Florida man is dead after crashing a vehicle believed to be homemade over the weekend, the Florida Highway Patrol announced. A 1995 vehicle that was assembled at home was traveling eastbound on Poinsettia Avenue, approaching Oleander Street on Sunday around 3:51 p.m. The driver, a 67-year-old from Paisley, FL, [...]

26th, October 2026, 08:58pm

15-year-old arrested in connection with shooting near FAMU that injured 12

A 15-year-old has been arrested in connection with a shooting that injured 12 near Florida A&M Stadium.

26th, October 2026, 07:38pm

The SS United States is scheduled for sinking to become the world's largest artificial reef

A historic ocean liner is a step closer to becoming the world’s largest artificial reef.

26th, October 2026, 07:27pm

Open enrollment begins: What Medicare beneficiaries need to know for 2027

From GLP-1 drug prices to higher deductibles, several Medicare changes could affect seniors' wallets in 2027.

26th, October 2026, 06:49pm

Elizabeth Holmes’ partner’s AI startup worries Theranos whistleblower

Former Theranos employee Erika Cheung says she finds the news concerning, "but there should be opportunities for people to redeem themselves."

26th, October 2026, 06:46pm

Nicki Minaj tells Trump she’ll support him if he runs again

Nicki Minaj joined President Donald Trump at a campaign rally Sunday and said that she would support him if he chose to run again.

26th, October 2026, 06:43pm

Windy & mainly dry for World Series Game 3 in Tampa Bay area

Monday maintains a largely seasonal forecast with gusty winds across the Tampa Bay area. Expect a few passing clouds and a limited, 10% chance of a spot shower Monday afternoon and evening. Highs will range from the low to mid 80s, topping out near 84° in downtown Tampa. Northeasterly winds will continue to blow between [...]

26th, October 2026, 05:29pm