'Wonderful people of Polk County' thwart would-be carjacker four different times
An ex-felon was repeatedly rejected when he tried to carjack several vehicles while fleeing a hit-and-run crash in Lake Alfred this morning, even getting sprayed with gasoline and leaping from an overpass during the escapade.
An ex-felon was repeatedly rejected when he tried to carjack several vehicles while fleeing a hit-and-run crash in Lake Alfred this morning, even getting sprayed with gasoline and leaping from an overpass during the escapade.
First ever all-female crew makes history at Florida fire department
“It is beyond empowering to stand alongside these strong women."
“It is beyond empowering to stand alongside these strong women."
Stranded dog rescued from bridge 120 feet above Mississippi River
A bridge inspector was working 120 feet above the Mississippi River when he spotted a distressed dog beneath the deck.
A bridge inspector was working 120 feet above the Mississippi River when he spotted a distressed dog beneath the deck.
2020 US fall foliage prediction map shows where, when leaves are expected to change
Autumn aficionados can now track the changing leaves before they fall.
Autumn aficionados can now track the changing leaves before they fall.
Neighbors harvest farmer's crops for him after he suffered heart attack in his field
A North Dakota farmer's neighbors stepped up to harvest his crops for him after he suffered a heart attack in his field.
A North Dakota farmer's neighbors stepped up to harvest his crops for him after he suffered a heart attack in his field.
Supreme Court drapes black cloth over Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's seat, photos show
A black drape was hung over the entrance of the Supreme Court building in Washington on Saturday, in tribute to Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who died Friday at age 87.
A black drape was hung over the entrance of the Supreme Court building in Washington on Saturday, in tribute to Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who died Friday at age 87.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Supreme Court justice, dies of pancreatic cancer at 87
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg died at 87 of metastatic pancreatic cancer, according to the court. She was the oldest sitting member.
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg died at 87 of metastatic pancreatic cancer, according to the court. She was the oldest sitting member.
Hundreds of sea turtles cross beach for mass nesting in Costa Rica
A beachgoer in Costa Rica happened upon an amazing sight: hundreds of sea turtles making their way onshore to lay their eggs.
A beachgoer in Costa Rica happened upon an amazing sight: hundreds of sea turtles making their way onshore to lay their eggs.
Puppy rescued from charred remains of home in California as wildfires burn through West Coast
Rescuers found a puppy sheltering within the charred remains on a property impacted by the Berry Creek fires.
Rescuers found a puppy sheltering within the charred remains on a property impacted by the Berry Creek fires.
SWAT team gets friendly reminder why it's 'Manatee' County
A manatee decided to join in on the SWAT team's water training -- in none other than Manatee County.
A manatee decided to join in on the SWAT team's water training -- in none other than Manatee County.
Instagram helps entrepreneur connect with customers
Adi Arezzini found her passion for wellness while serving in the Israel army as a fitness instructor. But she never thought she's be running her own business.
Adi Arezzini found her passion for wellness while serving in the Israel army as a fitness instructor. But she never thought she's be running her own business.
Jay Leno to host reboot of legendary comedy game show 'You Bet Your Life' on FOX Television Stations
The new half-hour reboot, which will air on the FOX owned-and-operated stations and be syndicated nationally, is set to debut in the fall of 2021.
The new half-hour reboot, which will air on the FOX owned-and-operated stations and be syndicated nationally, is set to debut in the fall of 2021.
Polk deputy responds to call about alligator in shed, realizes it was a pool float
A deputy in Polk County responded to a call about a possible alligator in a shed, but quickly realized it would be easy to subdue.
A deputy in Polk County responded to a call about a possible alligator in a shed, but quickly realized it would be easy to subdue.
Orca who carried dead calf for 17 days in 'tour of grief' gives birth again
The orca spent 17 days pushing the decomposing calf in the waters of the Pacific Northwest in 2018.
The orca spent 17 days pushing the decomposing calf in the waters of the Pacific Northwest in 2018.
North Port couple dons dino costumes to greet foster kids after first day of riding the bus
A North Port couple wanted to make their foster kids' first day of riding the school bus a memorable one -- by greeting the girls while dressed in T-Rex costumes.
A North Port couple wanted to make their foster kids' first day of riding the school bus a memorable one -- by greeting the girls while dressed in T-Rex costumes.
Baton-twirling 8-year-old starts practice early to become college drum major
An 8-year-old aspiring drum major was spotted honing his skills in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on August 30.
An 8-year-old aspiring drum major was spotted honing his skills in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on August 30.
Rescue dog adopts kittens after the tragic death of her own puppies
A rescue dog has become the rescuer after adopting a group of newborn kittens. While the relationship is obviously good for the cats, it’s also helping the dog, who was mourning the loss of her own puppies.
A rescue dog has become the rescuer after adopting a group of newborn kittens. While the relationship is obviously good for the cats, it’s also helping the dog, who was mourning the loss of her own puppies.
Black Panther actor Chadwick Boseman dies after 4-year fight with colon cancer
Actor Chadwick Boseman has died after a 4-year battle with colon cancer, a representative tells AP.
Actor Chadwick Boseman has died after a 4-year battle with colon cancer, a representative tells AP.
FWC researchers capture 100-pound alligator snapping turtle
Researchers with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission managed to capture a 100-pound alligator snapping turtle near Gainesville.
Researchers with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission managed to capture a 100-pound alligator snapping turtle near Gainesville.
Mama bear carries 3 cubs on her back to swim across Wisconsin lake
Boaters in Wisconsin watched in awe as a mama bear swam across a lake -- carrying her three cubs on her back the entire way.
Boaters in Wisconsin watched in awe as a mama bear swam across a lake -- carrying her three cubs on her back the entire way.