Fort Lauderdale tapped by Monopoly for new city edition of board game, more cities to follow
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has become the latest city chosen for Monopoly's city edition. The game's maker is soliciting input from the community and searching for the next location.
Florida company deploying drones to fight mosquitoes across the US
A Florida-based company has been deploying drones across the United States to help keep mosquitoes at bay and reduce the spread of diseases.
Disney feud with DeSantis quashed with development agreement
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' appointees and Disney came to a development agreement after a years-long feud on Wednesday.
Chiquita must pay Colombian families $38.3 million, Florida jury says
A Florida jury said Chiquita Brands International must pay over $38 million to the families of 8 men in Colombia who were killed by the United Self-Defense Forces of Colombia (AUC) paramilitary group.
Biden accused of playing politics with Florida funding in pro-union push
Sen. Bill Cassidy is demanding information from President Biden's administration regarding its alleged withholding of $800 million in federal funds from Florida.
Disney set to invest $17B in Florida parks following approval development plan
The board of Walt Disney World’s special tax district in Florida all cast their initial votes in favor of an agreement that would allow major expansion at Disney’s theme parks in the Sunshine State.
Boeing Starliner launches 2 NASA astronauts into space in first piloted test flight
NASA and Boeing on Wednesday successfully launched two astronauts into space from Florida, after the third attempt to send Starliner to the International Space Station.
Bringing a child to Walt Disney World: Costs to consider and tips for your travels
A trip to Disney is a dream for many children. A Disney trip can quickly add up, but with proper financial planning, you can take your family for a cheaper cost.
Orlando hotel criticized for bondage-themed Pride decoration, moves displays
A hot-pink bunny appearing to wear bondage clothing was moved indoors after a tweet showcased it outside an Orlando hotel over the weekend.
Travelers delayed over 2.1M hours at airports last year: FAA says 'safety' and 'efficiency' is top priority
Data from the Bureau of Transportation was used by Places to Travel to conclude the airports with the lengthiest delays and those with the shortest from 2023-2024.
Florida woman at Disney park knocked unconscious on five-story waterslide, lawsuit alleges
A lawsuit filed in Orange County, Florida alleges that a trip down Disney World's Humunga Kowabunga water slide caused severe bleeding and a brain injury for one 25-year-old guest.
Florida mansion sells for millions as the highest-priced sale ever in this swanky neighborhood
A home in a Florida beach town recently sold for millions — making it the highest-priced sale in the area's history. Take a peek inside the 4,000 square foot space.
Home insurance costs could surge even higher as states brace for 'hurricane season from hell'
Weather experts are expecting an active hurricane season in 2024, and data projects home insurance rates could soar even higher in states like Florida and Texas.
City in Florida considered America's best spot to live: where do other cities stack up?
The Sunshine State is home to the city that just nabbed the title of the best spot to live in the U.S..: Naples, Florida, according to U.S. News & World Report.
Iconic Mirage casino in Las Vegas closing, rebranding with guitar-shaped Hard Rock Hotel
The Mirage hotel-casino in Las Vegas, which ushered in a wave of megaresorts, will close its doors in July and will be refurbished and rebranded as a Hard Rock.
Disney releases Tiana's Bayou Adventure 'know before you go' guide ahead of Splash Mountain replacement launch
Disney has released a "know before you go" for guests of Walt Disney World ahead of the opening of Tiana's Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom this summer.
Tiana's Bayou Adventure opening date set for Walt Disney World
Visitors at Walt Disney World this summer will have a chance to ride new attraction Tiana's Bayou Adventure, a reimagined version of Splash Mountain.
Florida mansion sells for $60 million after famous sellers score priciest non-waterfront sale of the year
A Florida home sold in Palm Beach for $60.4 million — making it the most expensive non-waterfront sale of 2024 so far. The sprawling home is just steps from the ocean.
Florida man sues Publix, CVS, Costco pharmacies alleging Adderall caused psychosis
A Florida man has sued Publix, CVS Pharmacy and Costco pharmacies and their respective pharmacists after he says he was prescribed Adderall that sent him into psychosis.
Miami TSA finds bag of snakes hidden in passenger's pants
TSA agents at Miami International Airport have found a bag of snakes hidden inside the pants of a passenger who was trying to board a plane.