Public Safety

Broward County health officials confirm a local dengue case, prompting a new advisory for residents to guard against mosquito bites and eliminate standing water sources.

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.

Florida confirms its first dengue-related fatality in 2026 as the state faces one of its largest recent outbreaks, urging residents to prioritize mosquito prevention efforts across affected areas.

Gay Small, an 80-year-old Tampa resident, passed away on her birthday after contracting dengue fever. Her death marks Florida’s first recorded fatality from the virus in 15 years amid a significant rise in local infections.

Hillsborough County reports over 150 local dengue cases and an elderly woman's death, highlighting Florida's severe outbreak driven by weather conditions favoring mosquito growth.

Gay Small of Tampa passed away on her 80th birthday from dengue fever. This marks Florida’s first recorded death from the virus in 15 years as local health departments report a significant surge in infections across multiple counties.

Conservative Florida sheriffs condemn Amendment 3 as a 'train wreck,' predicting massive job losses and delayed emergency responses if the property tax rollback passes in November.

Florida reports rising locally-acquired dengue cases across Central Florida. Health officials urge residents to prevent mosquito bites as surveillance continues statewide.

State authorities report another fatality linked to Vibrio vulnificus, prompting renewed safety warnings for coastal residents and visitors regarding warm water exposure.

Florida health officials report the state’s first 2026 death from Vibrio vulnificus in Palm Beach County. The bacteria thrives in warm waters; avoid raw shellfish and open wounds near seawater to stay safe.

Artificial intelligence is transforming 911 dispatch in metro Atlanta, helping operators locate callers faster and bridge language gaps to save lives before first responders arrive.

Rogan discusses his conversation with Trump regarding guest concerns about terrorist threats at a potential White House UFC event, highlighting security debates.