University of Florida lays out clear consequences for disruptive student, faculty protesters
The University of Florida warned students and employees of the consequences they would face for engaging in disruptive behavior on campus as anti-Israel protests rage across the U.S.
Florida-based 'busiest mermaid in the world' is paid $10K an hour for some performances
Mermaiding is growing in popularity as one Florida-based professional says she can make up to $10,000 an hour to perform at aquariums and for celebrities.
Blackstone set to purchase Tropical Smoothie Cafe for nearly $2 billion
Blackstone is entering an agreement with Tropical Smoothie Cafe, which started in 1997 in Destin, Florida, to purchase the food chain for nearly $2 billion.
Miami business conference featuring Tom Brady goes awry over signing fiasco
Fans that bought VIP tickets to a business conference in Miami this past weekend were left fuming after a signing event with NFL legend Tom Brady went awry.
Tijuana Flats, Tex-Mex restaurant in 4 states, closing 11 locations, filing for bankruptcy
Tijuana Flats has closed 11 locations during bankruptcy restructuring after announcing new ownership. The company has restaurants in four states across the southeast.
Spirit Airlines employee caught on video cursing out passenger during altercation
A passenger and Spirit Airlines employee were caught on video during a profanity-laced altercation at at a Florida airport earlier this month.
These are the US cities with the highest inflation
High inflation continues to ravage Americans' wallets, but it is hurting some areas of the country more than others. Fresh data shows which cities have been hit worst.
Jeff Bezos drops $90M on third South Florida property
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos reportedly now owns three properties on the Florida island of Indian Creek. House No. 3 cost $90 million, according to Bloomberg.
Florida man sues Disney, claims ferry crashed into dock, sent him falling into trash can
A Florida man claims he sustained multiple injuries during a visit last year to Disney World, when a ferry he was on crashed and he fell into a trash can.
One injured after Frontier Airlines plane evacuated over ‘strong odor’: report
Frontier Airlines says Flight 1759 from Charlotte to Orlando was canceled after a "strong odor was detected throughout the aircraft" and it was evacuated.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs' life on Star Island: Exclusive Miami enclave billionaires, A-listers call home
Diddy's Star Island home was raided Monday as part of a Homeland Security investigation. The exclusive area is known for its celebrity clientele and extreme privacy.
Hershey's new Cadbury Bunny is a rescue raccoon from Florida
Louie, a Miami-based pet raccoon, was recently named the winner of the 2024 Cadbury Bunny Tryouts from The Hershey Company, defeating a cat named Loki in the final vote.
Disney, Florida Gov. DeSantis-backed board reach settlement in lawsuit
Disney and the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board reached a settlement to end litigation between them, which will bring an end to a court battle that has lasted for nearly two years.
Real estate investor warns Trump's NY case will 'wreak financial havoc' on the city
After halting all business in New York, investor Grant Cardone warned further legal action against Donald Trump will "wreak financial havoc" on the city and real estate industry.
Carnival Freedom cruise ship catches fire for second time in less than 2 years
Carnival Freedom continued on its current cruise itinerary after experiencing its second fire in less than two years, caught on passenger video Saturday.
Florida homeowner shares squatter eviction success story: 'We went the right way'
Florida Democrat Patti Peeples would have been able to file misdemeanor and felony charges against her property's squatters had House Bill 621 been passed.
Florida man wearing Amazon vest seen swapping package with empty box
A Florida man's doorbell camera caught the delivery of his new iPhone and then a man in an Amazon vest swapping it with an empty box minutes later.
Florida CFO says businesses should ditch the Big Apple for the Sunshine State
Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis is calling for businesses in states with challenging regulatory environments or high taxes to consider relocating their operations to Florida.
Florida woman dies aboard Bahamas cruise, cocaine found in cabin
A 27-year-old Florida woman died aboard a cruise ship traveling to the Bahamas earlier this week and police later confiscated cocaine from her cabin.
PETA activist, 13, arrested after allegedly striking Florida deputy during protest in Starbucks
Authorities in Florida arrested two people, including a 13-year-old, at a Starbucks after a protest over the price of dairy alternatives turned into a scuffle with the officers.