Florida could see 'dirty rain' as large Saharan dust plume arrives in Southeast this week

A large wave of Saharan dust making its way across the Atlantic Basin is forecast to arrive in the U.S. later this week, impacting the Southeast with hazy skies and "dirty rain."

Manatee County teacher accused of lewd conduct with student

A teacher faces criminal charges after Manatee County deputies say she had inappropriate contact with a 14-year-old student, including sending the boy an explicit photo.

Trump pardons 2 divers who freed 19 sharks off the coast of Florida

Two South Florida shark divers convicted of theft for freeing 19 sharks and a giant grouper from a fisherman’s longline several miles from shore have been pardoned by President Donald Trump.

Video: Florida trapper wrangles alligator found in pool

Deputies and a professional trapper in South Florida had a tough time getting a 7-foot gator out of a swimming pool, with video showing the struggle in a family's backyard.

Honduran national charged after entering Florida Navy base illegally following crash: DOJ

A Honduran national has been charged in federal court after he allegedly crashed a vehicle into a barricade outside the Pensacola, Florida, Navy base and entered the base illegally while running from law enforcement, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ).

Rhythm Roots: Tampa Bay's musical connections to Black music history

Tampa Bay has some amazing musical connections to Black music history, with Black musicians being the cultural bedrock of many genres of music for generations.

Hillsborough County schools face state pressure over books under review

Hillsborough County School Superintendent Van Ayres is scheduled to meet with Florida Education Commissioner Manny Diaz in Miami on Wednesday.

Gov. DeSantis signs laws cracking down on squatters in Florida

Squatting is a growing problem nationwide, including in Florida, and a state law passed last year aimed at protecting homeowners from squatters. 

Video: 3 rescued after plane crashes off Florida's coast

Three people were rescued off Florida’s coast Sunday night after their plane crashed in the water near Indian River County.