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A couple running nine unlicensed assisted living facilities across two counties are accused of turning homes into prisons—locking doors, refrigerators, and even denying basic medical care. Over 300 emergency calls were made, and 38 vulnerable residents were forcibly relocated by state authorities. The judge denied bond, calling them a danger to the community, while both defendants remain defiant a...

Central Florida’s sweltering heat is here to stay—with temps hitting the upper 90s and humidity pushing it toward 110°F. Heat advisories are active from 11 AM until early evening, so stay indoors if you can. Compounding the discomfort, a Saharan dust plume is blanketing the region, turning sunsets into spectacles but also choking rain chances and worsening air quality—especially for those with bre...

A Florida dad’s quiet neighborhood ride turned violent when he allegedly confronted teens on ATVs, grabbed one by the neck, and threw punches — leading to arrest on serious child abuse and strangulation charges. One teen walked away with a bloody nose and swelling, while the other was unharmed. As authorities dig deeper, this explosive incident serves as a chilling reminder of how fast a simple di...

A 26-year-old man, Marquaious Wheaton, faces multiple felony charges—including two counts of vehicular homicide and third-degree murder—after a deadly high-speed chase in Casselberry ended with the deaths of two brothers, Christopher and Tyler Marier. Wheaton allegedly fled police during a traffic stop related to fentanyl trafficking, speeding over 110 mph before crashing into the Marier brothers’...

A Florida pastor convicted of four counts of sexual battery after assaulting a church member he’d spiritually guided—exploiting his position and her vulnerability—now faces sentencing in September, as the victim’s courage helped bring a predator to justice. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an autom...

Spain’s rising stars clash with Belgium’s seasoned Red Devils in a high-stakes quarterfinal showdown at Los Angeles Stadium — where one mistake could end their World Cup dreams. With single-elimination stakes, extra time, and penalties looming, this is football at its most dramatic. Don’t miss the action on FOX or stream it live on FIFA+ and YouTube as the tournament races toward the July 19th fin...

OCPS is pushing forward with a teacher housing project near Catalina Elementary, using the Live Local Act to bypass zoning rules — but neighbors are raising alarms over traffic, money, and transparency, leading to a heated community meeting and a public forum on July 23rd to hear concerns and answers. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise...

A viral TikTok video showing a kayaker touching an alligator in Silver Springs has sparked a major investigation by Florida’s Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. With over a million views, the clip ignited public outcry and prompted officials to remind everyone: unless you’re a licensed trapper or hunter, you can’t feed, harass, or capture alligators — because close contact can turn wild an...

Food labels are confusing us—and costing billions in wasted food. Most “use by” dates aren’t about safety, just quality. California is leading the charge with a 2026 law simplifying labels to just two types: “Best if Used By” for quality and “Use By” for safety. This could spark a nationwide shift, helping shoppers avoid tossing perfectly good food. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pill...

Costco is under fire in a class action lawsuit over Orgain protein powders allegedly laced with dangerous heavy metals like lead, arsenic, and cadmium — with tests showing levels far exceeding California’s safety limits. Seven plaintiffs claim Costco failed to test or warn consumers, despite marketing the products as clean and healthy. This isn’t new: prior reports from Clean Label Project and Con...

After nearly 40 years, Orlando police have arrested Willie J. Carpenter in the 1988 murder of Diane Matthews, whose body was so severely mutilated she was unrecognizable. DNA evidence from the crime scene, long dormant due to outdated tech, finally matched Carpenter after he was arrested in North Carolina for another crime. Though he initially denied any connection and refused to provide a DNA sam...

Tragedy struck on the East Coast Regional Trail in Mims when an 11-year-old boy died and another was critically injured after colliding with a car while riding a dirt bike. The crash, which occurred on July 8th, happened when the boys veered off the trail into the path of an oncoming vehicle — the driver, a 63-year-old man, walked away unharmed. The incident has ignited alarm across the community,...

NASA’s hunting for elite volunteers to spend a year trapped in simulated lunar and Martian habitats—no fancy space suits needed, just intense isolation, rigorous testing, and a mission to help future astronauts survive off-world. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or green card holders, 30–55, fluent in English, STEM-trained, and physically/mentally tough enough to endure 14 months of confinement. M...

A 15-year-old in Melbourne, Florida, suffered a fractured elbow after being tackled by police officers who mistook him for a missing teen — despite clear evidence he was not the suspect. Body cam footage shows officers shouting commands before taking him to the ground, while his family insists he was compliant and officers realized their error too late. His mother, devastated by the physical and e...

A tragic accident in Edgewater, Florida, left a public works employee in critical condition after an excavator touched live power lines, sparking a fire and delivering a deadly electric shock — a sobering reminder of the hidden dangers faced by frontline workers. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an...

Casselberry, Florida, is delaying trash pickup this week to keep sanitation workers safe from extreme heat and afternoon thunderstorms—Waste Pro may shift start times to limit exposure, and locals like Paul Scaglione and Diane Awbrey are supportive, even offering water and Gatorade to crews, understanding the risks of hauling trash in 100-degree heat. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pi...

A stolen boat in Sumter County, Florida, sparked a full-blown manhunt involving K9s, helicopters, and even the boat owner’s stepdad in an airboat—culminating in the arrest of two teens hiding in a culvert near an elementary school, charged with grand theft, trespassing, and resisting arrest. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: a...

A Florida homeowner’s festive yard display is sparking a neighborhood showdown—after neighbors complain, the community board steps in with new lighting rules that could cost repeat offenders $500 a day. Dennis McGrath-Wagner, who calls his decorations “cheer,” sees them as a form of self-expression—and compares the crackdown to living under a communist regime. While some residents say his displays...

A 92-year-old woman’s family is seeking $92 million — one million for each year of her life — in a lawsuit against Orlando police, the emergency light manufacturer, and the fleet maintenance firm after her death in a collision with a patrol car. The crash occurred when the officer’s steady, non-flashing lights and silent siren failed to warn an SUV carrying her home from bingo. Though no criminal...

Security guards at SeaWorld Orlando are sounding the alarm over dangerous working conditions, low pay stuck at $16.50 an hour for six years, and chronic understaffing — especially at night, when they’re alone with dangerous animals and no trainers nearby. Frustrated by broken promises and management resistance, they became the first union at the park after voting yes last year — only to face retal...

A Volusia County deputy’s reckless 92-mph speed on a non-emergency call ended in a cruiser plunging into a retention pond—costing over $73K and sparking swift consequences. Sheriff Mike Chitwood called the behavior unacceptable, especially for law enforcement, and the deputy’s been stripped of special assignments. In response, the Sheriff’s Office is launching a new accountability policy: captains...

Two brothers, Christopher and Tyler Marier, tragically lost their lives in a high-speed crash after a suspect fleeing police slammed into their car. Christopher, a former cop and UCF professor, and Tyler, known for his humor, are remembered by a grieving family who say they never deserved this. The suspect, Marquaious Wheaton, 26, was fleeing a traffic stop, reportedly speeding over 100 mph, and w...

Feral hogs are wreaking havoc in Edgewater, tearing up yards and costing homeowners thousands—until now. Over the past three months, city officials, led by Lieutenant David Williams and partnering with Florida Fish and Wildlife, have trapped 50 of these destructive animals. New construction pushed the hogs into neighborhoods, sparking years of frustration for residents who’ve tried fences and ever...

A Florida man sentenced to 38 years for killing his 12-year-old son in 2021—after allegedly beating him with a bat, locking him in a laundry room, and lying to police that the boy died in his sleep—faces justice alongside his girlfriend, who got 30 years for her role. The boy, barely 62 pounds, had been starved and abandoned while the family drove to Connecticut. This case exposes the chilling dep...

A 47-year-old registered sex offender allegedly assaulted and harassed two nurses at AdventHealth in DeLand over the July 4th weekend, exposing himself, making obscene remarks, and physically attacking them—forcing security to intervene. He’s now facing multiple felony charges, including battery, as this incident highlights the escalating dangers healthcare workers endure daily. Listen in comfort:...