Severe weather in South, Midwest knocks out power for over 450,000 customers
Severe weather has knocked out power for over 450,000 customers in the Midwest and Southern portions of the United States, according to Poweroutage.us.
North Carolina man wins $2M lottery after winning $1M two years ago
After winning a $1 million lottery prize in 2021, a man has doubled his luck by taking home a $2 million-winning lottery ticket in North Carolina.
Crochet made easy: 'The Woobles' company finds big success in teaching craft to beginners
The Woobles, a crochet kit business based in North Carolina, is looking to expand further after a blockbuster 12 months for the company, including a "Shark Tank" appearance and licensing deals.
Florida mayor says shocking resignation over 'reckless' spending 'goes beyond' party lines: 'No regrets'
Former Clearwater Mayor Frank Hibbard has "no regrets" about his rage-quitting decision, explaining his leave "goes beyond" politics and is all about common sense.
Florida mayor rage quits during meeting over this ‘reckless’ proposal
Clearwater, Florida, former mayor Frank Hibbard resigned during a city budget meeting over concerns that the city is spending taxpayer's money frivolously.
Florida's red-hot real estate market cooling down: 'Gone are the days of' bidding wars, broker says
Sandals Realty Group broker Amanda Glass says Florida's home sellers are reluctant to list in fear of facing higher mortgages, taxes and insurance costs elsewhere.
White Claw's vodka drink is here
White Claw's newest products — vodka and canned vodka sodas — have launched, according to a press release from the Mark Anthony Group-owned brand.
Florida lawmaker warns over Miami Beach spring break violence: ‘Will not be tolerated'
Florida Rep. Anna Paulina Luna provides an update after Miami Beach implements a spring break curfew – and looks at extending it – after two fatal shootings.
Florida woman wins $1M lottery after nearly throwing away winning ticket
A woman in Florida has won $1 million from a $50 scratch-off game, and she says she almost threw her winning ticket away because she didn't think she won.
Long-distance real estate investment in residential properties a hotbed in US South and Midwest
Long-distance real estate investment in single-family rental homes is growing amid inflationary pressures, interest rate hikes and an influx of instructional investors.
DeSantis' new Disney World board holds first meeting, hints at big changes including eliminating cities
The first meeting of the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, Walt Disney World's new governing board, included discussion of COVID-19 measures by its conservative members.
Florida launch of 3D-printed rocket scrubbed by private venture
Relativity Space scrubbed its first attempt to launch a 3D-printed rocket into orbit from Cape Canaveral, Florida on Wednesday after difficulties with the propellant.
CSX train derailed by West Virginia rock slide, causing diesel fuel spill
An empty coal train operated by CSX has derailed Wednesday outside of Sandstone, West Virginia, causing fuel to spill into the New River, officials say.
Citadel's Ken Griffin plugs DeSantis in possible presidential run
Hedge fund billionaire and GOP mega donor Ken Griffin says he "would love" to see Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis run for president, touting his leadership in the state.
Florida Space Coast to witness first 3D printed rocket attempt to reach orbit
Relativity Space out of Long Beach, California, will hold its inaugural launch of Terran 1, a 3D-printed rocket, at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Wednesday.
Century-old NC paper mill that employs 1,100 to abruptly close, mayor says small town's soul being ripped out
A paper mill that has operated in Canton, North Carolina, for over a century announced it will be shutting down, leaving the local community devastated.
FBI investigating 'suspicious' death of Carnival Sunshine cruise ship passenger
The FBI’s field office in Columbia, South Carolina says it is investigating the death of a woman onboard the Carnival Sunshine cruise ship during a recent sailing to the Bahamas.
JP Morgan Chase CEO says 'We love Florida,' other states should ask why people are going there
J.P. Morgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon praised Florida and Texas's business environment and said other states should follow them during an interview Monday.
Southwest Airlines passengers detail 'horrifying' flight diverted in Carolinas, some vomited in 9-hour ordeal
Southwest Airlines passengers reportedly vomited and had panic attacks when their plane shook "like crazy" approaching Raleigh, and the flight was diverted to Myrtle Beach.
Southwest Airlines flight to Fort Lauderdale fills with smoke, returns to Cuba for emergency landing
Southwest Airlines passengers headed to Fort Lauderdale saw the cabin fill with smoke after birds took out one of the engines, forcing the plane to turn back to Cuba.