US government to oppose plan to sell Titanic artifacts

The federal government argues that a plan to auction hundreds of artifacts recovered from the wreckage of the Titanic would violate court orders, while the company that owns salvage rights to the Titanic wreck contends that it would not.

DOJ officials allowed to remain in prosecution of Correspondents Dinner shooting suspect

A judge rejected a bid to disqualify top Justice Department officials from leading the prosecution of Cole Allen, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner.

New state-by-state ranking shows where Americans are most independent

As Americans gear up to celebrate Independence Day, a new study reveals the most independent states in the nation, ranking them on everything from financial stability to government dependence.

Hernando County detectives, FBI search for bodies linked to serial killer Billy Mansfield

Hernando County deputies and federal agents launched a fresh search on Monday for more bodies linked to imprisoned serial killer Billy Mansfield, scouring wooded properties near local ranches.

Mexican national arrested, accused of assaulting ICE agent during Florida traffic stop: FHP

A Mexican national who Florida Highway Patrol troopers say entered the United States illegally was arrested after allegedly assaulting a federal immigration agent during a traffic stop chase near Orlando earlier this week.

Bay Area water restrictions extended through October as drought conditions persist: Here's what to know

Water restrictions across the Bay Area will remain in place through the peak of summer after a regional vote to extend the Modified Phase III "Extreme" Water Shortage declaration due to ongoing drought conditions.

US military seeks another $80B to cover costs of Iran conflict

The Department of Defense is preparing to seek an additional $80 billion to cover costs from the U.S. war against Iran, according to senators briefed on the matter. 

Judge blocks Trump administration’s SNAP restrictions on soda and candy in five states

The Trump administration’s ban on preventing food ‌stamp recipients in five states from using their benefits to buy sugary foods and drinks was blocked Monday by a federal judge in Washington, D.C. 

Florida boy rings hospital bell after surviving aggressive blood cancer, life-threatening coma

When you look at 11-year-old Stevie Robinson Jr., you see a kid full of life and joy. But a few months ago, that same boy was clinging to life in the ICU at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital.

Clearwater considers replacing Duke Energy with city-owned electric utility

A debate over who should provide electricity in Clearwater is taking shape as city leaders explore the possibility of replacing Duke Energy.

Calvin Coolidge's historic visit still felt at Bok Tower Gardens

Even though it isn't close to Washington D.C., Florida has been home to plenty of presidential history during our nation's first 250 years.

Carlos Mencia pleads not guilty to 12 felony charges of failure to pay taxes

Comedian Carlos Mencia has pleaded not guilty to 12 felony charges alleging he failed to report or pay taxes on over $8 million in earnings. Here's what to know.