Florida zoo celebrates 1st sloth bear cubs in nearly three decades

Zoo Miami is celebrating a momentous occasion with the recent birth of two sloth bear cubs, marking the first such births in nearly three decades.

Florida deputy rescues injured bobcat without becoming lunch

A Florida deputy from the Lee County Sheriff's Office, identified as Deputy Lopez, made an unconventional rescue on January 7 when he spotted an injured bobcat.

Video: Tornado causes damage after touching down in Panama City Beach

As daylight broke along Florida’s panhandle, residents in Panama City Beach got a glimpse of the damage left behind after a tornado touched down Tuesday morning. 

Buccaneers clinch NFC South title with 9-0 win over Panthers

Chase McLaughlin kicked three field goals, the Tampa Bay defense pitched a shutout and the Buccaneers won their third straight NFC South title with a 9-0 victory on Sunday over the Carolina Panthers.

Watch: American Airlines pilot leaves cockpit to assist with luggage loading

In a heartwarming gesture, an American Airlines pilot is receiving accolades for stepping out of the cockpit at Key West International Airport on January 5 to assist in loading luggage onto the plane.

3 'January 6 fugitives' arrested in Florida 3 years after riot, according to FBI

Jonathan Daniel Pollock, Olivia Michele Pollock, and Joseph Daniel Hutchinson III were all arrested in Lake County exactly three years after the Capitol riot, according to officials.

TSA high-ranking official arrested in Atlanta on outstanding warrant in Florida

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has confirmed the arrest of Assistant Federal Security Director Maxine McManaman, who is based in Atlanta.

Orange Bowl: UGA smokes Florida State 63-3 after missing out on College Football Playoffs

The Orange Bowl provided Georgia a chance to make a statement. The Bulldogs charged out to a 39-point halftime lead, the largest in the bowl’s 90-year history, beating West Virginia’s 29-point halftime lead over Clemson in 2012. It was also the largest margin of defeat in Florida State’s history.

Ocala Paddock Mall shooting: What we know about alleged suspect

Florida police are looking for a "person of interest" in the deadly shooting Saturday at Paddock Mall in Ocala. A man was killed and a woman was injured in the shooting.

Sheriff: Teen shoots, kills sister in Largo during dispute over Christmas gifts

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office says a family dispute over Christmas gifts ended with the death of a young mother in Largo on Christmas Eve.

Watch: Inflatable Christmas decoration comes to life to chase Florida delivery driver

It's a Christmas miracle! One Florida delivery driver was in for a big surprise when an inflatable gingerbread man decoration came to life before his very eyes.

Mike Williams cause of death: Tampa Bay Buccaneers player may have died from dental hygiene issues

A cause of death report filed by the Hillsborough County Medical Examiner said former Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Williams died of several causes related to his overall health – but stopped short of saying an injury to his head was a culprit.