Jonathan Rinderknecht: What we know about man accused of starting deadly Palisades Fire

A Florida man has been arrested in connection to the deadly Palisades Fire that broke out on New Year's Day in Los Angeles, California, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Here's everything we know about the suspect, 29-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht.

Palisades Fire arrest: Man arrested in Florida, charged with starting deadly LA wildfire

A Florida man has been arrested, accused of starting what became the deadly and destructive "Palisades Fire" on Jan. 1, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. The Palisades Fire killed 12 people, burned more than 23,000 acres, and destroyed more than 6,000 structures.

Stardust Racers update: Epic Universe coaster prepared to open. What we know.

Universal Orlando is prepared to reopen its Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe, slightly more than two weeks after the death of 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala.

Tropical Storm Imelda forms, ninth named storm of 2025

Tropical Depression Nine is just shy of becoming the next named storm of the season as it moves over the Bahamas.

Epic Universe death: Man identified, cause of death revealed; ruled 'accidental'

A guest at Epic Universe who died after riding the theme park's Stardust Racers roller coaster suffered "multiple blunt impact injuries," according to the Orange County Medical Examiner's Office.

'Demented' Monroe doctor allegedly solicited sex with 5-year-old in Florida sting

He allegedly pursued a platonic relationship to see if the "mom" would allow her 5-year-old to be courted by and have a sexual relationship with him.

Church leaders indicted on forced labor, money laundering charges; ran call center out of Michigan, beyond

Two church leaders with ties to Michigan, including a man who believed himself to be an apostle, were indicted in a multi-state investigation alleging forced labor and money laundering.

Amber Alert canceled after 2 missing children found safe

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has canceled an Amber Alert after two missing children last seen in Riviera Beach were found safe.

Video: Woman tries to kick Southwest employee, punches computers in viral tirade

A woman was recently captured on video as she lashed out at Orlando International Airport (MCO) staff after she was unable to board a Southwest Airlines flight.

Semi-truck driver arrested after illegal U-turn kills 3 people on Florida Turnpike: FLHSMV

A semi-truck driver has been arrested for vehicular homicide after the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles says he made a reckless maneuver which turned deadly on the Florida Turnpike in St. Lucie County on Tuesday.

Video: Florida alligator devours python in Everglades

An alligator in the Florida Everglades was seen doing its part to combat the invasion of Burmese pythons in the region, chomping on the limp body of one of the massive snakes and swimming off with the meaty catch.

Alligator Alcatraz: Future construction stopped for 14 days at Florida ICE facility over environmental issues

A federal judge has halted – at least, temporarily – future construction projects at Alligator Alcatraz, the immigration detention facility built at a former airport in the middle of the Florida Everglades, according to the Associated Press.

Florida nurse impersonator arrested after treating over 4,400 patients, deputies say

Florida woman, Autumn Bardisa, was arrested for impersonating a nurse and treating over 4,400 patients without a license at AdventHealth hospital in Palm Coast, according to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office.

Florida mother abandons child, dogs for Las Vegas vacation: Deputies

A Florida mom's vacation to Sin City led to a trip to jail once she returned home, where deputies say her child and seven dogs had been left alone for two weeks.