Local artist uses unique material to create vibrant pieces

When people see his artwork, Vincent Ricottilli loves their reaction when learning about the common material used, duct tape. 

Florida man walking ‘buck naked’ in 36-degree weather claims he was doing a TikTok challenge: Grady Judd

A Florida man claiming to be taking part in a TikTok challenge was arrested after he was caught on camera walking ‘buck-naked’ down a Polk County street, according to the sheriff’s office.

Ancient canoes discovered in Wisconsin lake reveal 5,200-year-old history

Sixteen ancient canoes discovered in Lake Mendota, located in Madison, Wisconsin, are shedding light on historical transportation networks and cultural practices in the area.

Gov. DeSantis talks at Florida Rural Economic Development Summit 2025

Gov. Ron DeSantis touted his administration’s rural investments and warned about the risks posed by artificial intelligence during a speech at the Florida Rural Economic Development Summit.

U.S. Marshals Task Force: A lifeline for missing children

In a world where the safety of children is paramount, the U.S. Marshals-led task force is making significant strides in locating and recovering missing children. 

Anna Kepner: Mom of teen who died on cruise ship remembers her daughter’s constant smile

The mother of Anna Kepner, the 18-year-old found dead aboard a cruise ship, is sharing memories of her daughter and describing her as a joyful, compassionate young woman.

'They are just talented people': Beloved 'Ms. Sun City Center' pageant returns after 18 years

The beloved Ms. Sun City Center pageant is back eighteen years later. The community revived the pageant hoping to celebrate the beauty of seniors and their love of volunteering. 

Florida lawmakers push to bring cursive back to classrooms

Two Florida lawmakers, Fl State Rep. Toby Overdorf (R) and Fl State Sen. Erin Grall (R), have introduced bills that would once again require cursive instruction in the state’s public schools. Cursive was removed from Florida’s required curriculum in 2010.

Where is Samantha Fiddler? The mystery behind a Canadian mom's disappearance in Polk County

In a case that has puzzled authorities and left a family in anguish, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement is intensifying its investigation into the mysterious disappearance of Samantha Fiddler, a Canadian mother of three.

Trump signs bill to release the Epstein files: What's next

President Donald Trump has signed a bill requiring the Justice Department to release its files on the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.