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Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd shoed pictures during a press conference Tuesday. They included the BB gun allegedly pointed at deputies by Cheryl Williams, also shown, and a large portrait of Deputy Blane Lane, who died in the line of duty Tuesday morning. Image: PCSO via Facebook

Polk County sheriff's deputy killed by bullet from another deputy's gun

Sheriff Grady Judd said the other deputies are "absolutely devastated." They are on administrative leave, pending an internal review.

Denver Riggleman, a former Republican Congressman, joined the staff of the congressional committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol. His new book, "The Breach," describes his work on the investigation and his path to politics.

A new book's behind-the-scenes look at Congress' Jan. 6 Capitol riot investigation

Denver Riggleman spent 8 months as an adviser to the Congressional committee investigating the January 6th Capitol Riot. Now he's written a book about his experience — called, "The Breach."

High waters pose health hazards from drowning, infection, toxic chemicals

Dr. Robert Karch, health officer for the Health Department in Orange County, points to the dangers of floodwater as a drowning hazard and a source of infection.

Loretta Lynn performs on stage in California in 1972.

Loretta Lynn, country music icon, has died at 90

The country singer brought unparalleled candor about the domestic realities of working-class women to country songwriting over the course of her 60-year career.

Fat Bear candidate 128 Grazer is approximately 17-19 years old. She has a light coat in the spring that darkens in the fall, but she keeps her distinctive fluffy blonde ears.

Your guide to Fat Bear Week, an election where voters actually like every candidate

Fat Bear Week is officially back. This year's chunks include defending champ Otis — and a mother bear named Holly, known for adopting orphaned cubs.

Flooding after Hurricane Ian in the Spring Oaks neighborhood in Altamonte Springs. (photo: Amy Green/WMFE)

Hurricane Ian's impact on the insurance market in Florida

Hurricane Ian brought flooding to Central Florida that many people haven’t experienced before, which damaged many homes. But, flood insurance is something…

A swollen St. Johns River caused widespread flooding in Welaka, north of DeLand. Photo courtesy St. Johns Riverkeeper Lisa Rinaman.

CONVERSATIONS: Hurricane Ian leaves St. Johns River swollen and stressed

Hurricane Ian has flooded homes all along the St. Johns River. High waters after the hurricane also are stressing the river itself.

The landmark Voting Rights Act faces further dismantling at the Supreme Court

The law is once again on the chopping block — this time on the question of how state legislatures may draw congressional district lines when the state's voters are racially polarized.

Unreleased in its entirety until now, Brazilian singer-songwriter Joyce Moreno's <em>Natureza</em> is a snapshot of the artist on her own terms.

Unreleased for decades, Joyce Moreno's 'Natureza' is a snapshot of newfound freedom

Recorded with Claus Ogerman, Natureza could have made the Brazilian singer-songwriter an international star. Now released, the long-lost album captures a turning point in her approach to music.

Residents check on their flooded home, in the wake of Hurricane Ian, Friday, in Orlando. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

In East Central Florida, Hurricane Ian's rain fell heaviest on Volusia County

In Orange County, Union Park east of Orlando had the most, with more than 17 inches of rain. And the totals for Orlando range from 9 to 15 inches.

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