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Two died and 26 were hospitalized after an overturned school bus crashed into an oncoming car near Winter Haven High School early Monday.

A tragic accident in Polk County left two dead, including a student, after a school bus carrying 39 people crashed. The Sheriff's Office calls it horrific as investigation continues.

The official end date for Florida’s 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season is Nov. 30. With zero hurricanes recorded so far, experts note an unusually quiet period despite warm sea temperatures and historical precedents dating back to the late 19th century.

State health officials report over 250 locally acquired dengue cases, making Florida’s outbreak the largest in the continental US since the 1940s and prompting emergency measures in Hillsborough County.

Despite a quiet season, meteorologists warn that October's warm oceans create high hurricane risks. Central Florida must stay ready for rapid-storm development and flooding threats.

Florida introduces updated driver licenses featuring Castillo de San Marcos, space shuttles, oranges, and alligators to reflect state heritage.

In 1972, Florida sank two million tires near Fort Lauderdale hoping to boost fishing. The plan failed, harming natural reefs with toxic leaks and unstable structures, leaving a lasting environmental mess.

Florida has declared a state health emergency following reports of 190 locally acquired dengue fever cases and one death, highlighting an increasing mosquito-borne illness risk for Central Florida residents.

Local authorities in several Tampa Bay counties have declared an emergency over a significant dengue fever outbreak, prompting new public health measures for residents.

Viral video shows ESPN cameraman focusing on UF student Peyton Blomquist during the Ole Miss game, sparking social media debate about camera work and privacy.

Orlando resident Peyton Blomquist gained national fame after ESPN cameras captured her emotional reaction during an Ole Miss football game. The Central Florida fan's clip went viral on social media, sparking local interest in Orange County.

Ole Miss head coach Jon Sumrall delivered an intense, unfiltered message following the team's defeat to Florida, including controversial remarks that drew immediate attention from fans and observers alike.