Florida Pizzeria Pulls Viral Iguana Pizza
#FloridaNews #FoodRegulationA Florida pizzeria halts sales of its viral iguana-meat pizza due to regulatory concerns. The "Everglades Pizza" became popular after iguanas were stunned by a cold snap. Health Department complaints forced the pause as licensing issues are resolved. read more
Jet Hits Deer on Takeoff, Makes Emergency Landing
#AviationIncident #FloridaNewsA private jet struck multiple deer during takeoff from a Florida airport, forcing an emergency landing. The Cessna Citation, carrying seven passengers, landed safely with no injuries. The pilot reported hitting four or five animals on the nose gear and wings. read more
Heroic Dive Saves Mom and Unborn Baby from Sinking Car
#HeroicRescue #FloridaNewsA Florida man rescued a pregnant woman from her sinking car in a frigid pond. Sheldy Apollon, experiencing dizziness, accidentally drove into the water. Logan Hayes dove in, pulling her to safety hours before she gave birth via emergency C-section. read more
Florida Executes Inmate, Continues Record Death Penalty Push
#CapitalPunishment #FloridaNewsRonald Palmer Heath, 64, was executed in Florida for the 1989 murder of a traveling salesman. This is Florida's first execution in 2026, following a record 19 last year under Governor DeSantis. Two more executions are scheduled. read more
Floridians Eat Invasive Iguanas in Viral Trend
#InvasiveSpecies #FloridaNewsA Florida man's viral TikTok shows him making tacos from a frozen iguana, dubbing it "Chicken of the Trees." While killing invasive iguanas is legal, selling their meat is not, as a pizza shop's iguana pie is for demonstration only. read more
Florida Executes First Inmate of 2026 in 1989 Murder
#DeathPenalty #FloridaNewsFlorida's first 2026 execution is scheduled for Ronald Heath, convicted of the 1989 murder of traveling salesman Michael Sheridan during a robbery. This follows a state-record 19 executions in 2025 under Governor DeSantis. Two more executions are set for February and March. read more
Longtime AP Editor Robert Hobbs Remembered for Mentorship and Dedication
#LarryHobbs #FloridaNewsRobert Larry Hobbs, an Associated Press editor who guided Florida news coverage for over three decades, passed away at 83. Known for his calm demeanor and institutional memory, he played a crucial role in major news events. read more