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Florida is developing rapidly. Will climate change impede its growth?

Hurricanes Milton and Helene slammed Florida, leading to widespread damage.
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In an aerial view, construction cranes dot the skyline on Oct. 02, 2023 in Miami.
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1 dead, at least 12 injured in shooting at Oklahoma City party

The suspects are unknown at this time but several people have been detained.
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Police lights on a street at night.
October 12

Soldier who attempted to assist ISIS in killing US troops sentenced to 14 years

He was caught communicating by a covert operative posing as an ISIS supporter.
October 12
October 12

Latinos in Hollywood: Owning Our Destiny

Journalist John Quiñones speaks with Eva Longoria, Ramón Rodríguez, Gina Torres, Eugenio Derbez, John Leguizamo, Rita Moreno, Edward James Olmos and others exploring why Latino representation matters.
October 12
VIDEO: Latinos in Hollywood: Owning Our Destiny
October 12

Head and hands found in Colorado freezer belong to 16-year-old girl last seen in 2005

There is no record that Amanda Overstreet was ever reported missing.
October 12
October 11

ABC News Live Prime: Friday, October 11, 2024

Millions still without power in Florida two days after Hurricane Milton hit; growing number of Americans killed by extreme heat; Ella Bleu Travolta on channeling life experience into songwriting.
October 11
ABC News Live Prime: Friday, October 11, 2024
October 11

Heat kills more Americans than other natural disasters, yet deaths are undercounted

ABC News’ Victor Oquendo, in partnership with ABC-owned stations, reports the growing number of Americans killed by extreme heat and why heat-related deaths remain grossly undercounted in many areas.
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Heat kills more Americans than other natural disasters, yet deaths are undercounted
October 11

ABC News Live Rundown: Friday, October 11, 2024

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
October 11
ABC News Live Rundown: Friday, October 11, 2024
October 11

Judge in Breonna Taylor case denies ex-officer's alleged prior misdeeds as evidence

Brett Hankison's trial is set to start on Oct. 15.
October 11
Former Louisville Police Officer Brett Hankison discusses the muzzle flashes that he saw coming from the apartment as he is questioned by the prosecution in Louisville, Ky., Wednesday, March 2, 2022.
October 11

Tour guide killed after elevator malfunctions underground in gold mine: Sheriff

Nearly two dozen people were rescued in the incident Thursday.
October 11
People were trapped in the Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine in Teller County, Colo., Oct. 10, 2024.
October 11

Florida health care official discusses hospital operations after Milton

Jyric Sims, president of HCA Healthcare West Florida Division, discusses emergency response and hospital operations after Hurricane Milton.
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Florida health care official discusses hospital operations after Milton
October 11

What is FEMA?

The Federal Emergency Management Agency's mission is to help people before, during and after disasters.
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency's mission is to help people before, during and after disasters.
October 11

2 dead, 35 affected after chemical release at PEMEX facility in Texas

The PEMEX facility is a refinery that processes crude oil into gasoline.
October 11
The PEMEX facility is a refinery that processes crude oil into gasoline.
October 11

Florida couple recounts moment tree crashed on their home during Milton

Sari and Scott Dietche’s Florida home was destroyed by a tree during Hurricane Milton.
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Florida couple recounts moment tree crashed on their home during Milton
October 11

'Insane': Pilot describes rescue of man floating on cooler in Gulf after hurricane

The man became stranded after his ship broke down returning to port.
October 11
A video grab taken from footage released by the U.S. Coast Guard on Oct. 11, 2024, shows a Coast Guard Air Station Miami helicopter crew rescuing a man, on Oct. 10, approximately 30 miles off Longboat Key, Florida, following Hurricane Milton.
October 11

When will airports in Tampa and Orlando areas reopen post-Hurricane Milton?

Airports conducted damage assessments and cleanup operations after the storm.
October 11
Hangars at Albert Whitted Airport were damaged by winds from Hurricane Milton on Oct. 10, 2024, in St. Petersburg, Fla.
October 11

Bull moose go antler-to-antler in Alaska neighborhood

A man in Alaska working on his car in his driveway was interrupted by brawling bull moose headed in his direction, clashing antlers as they battled along the road.
October 11
Bull moose go antler-to-antler in Alaska neighborhood
October 11

Due to security concerns, Trump likely won't golf again until after election: Sources

The former president has not played golf since the recent assassination attempt.
October 11
Former President Donald Trump hits his shot from the first fairway during the pro-am prior to the LIV Golf Invitational - Bedminster at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, N.J., Aug. 10, 2023.
October 11

Rep. Crow on Trump immigration claims: 'Its just lies'

Rep. Jason Crow (D-CO) debunks claims about migrants in Aurora, CO ahead of Trump rally there.
October 11
VIDEO: Rep. Crow on Trump immigration claims: 'Its just lies'
October 11

Officials rescue man floating on cooler off Florida coast after Hurricane Milton

The U.S. Coast Guard said the man was found 30 miles off Florida's Gulf Coast.
October 11
U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Miami 65 helicopter crew rescued a man clinging to a cooler approximately 30 miles off Longboat Key, Fla., Oct. 9, 2024.
October 11

Emergency official urges Florida residents to be ‘power patient’ in recovery

Manatee County Chief of Emergency Management Matt Myers discusses his biggest concerns in the wake of Hurricane Milton.
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VIDEO: Emergency official urges Florida residents to be ‘power patient’ in recovery
October 11

Milton ‘caused havoc’ on our community: Hillsborough fire chief

Chief Jason Dougherty of the Hillsborough County Fire Rescue discusses his biggest concerns in the wake of Hurricane Milton.
October 11
VIDEO: Milton ‘caused havoc’ on our community: Hillsborough fire chief
October 11

Obama reaches out to Black male voters in stumping for Harris

ABC News contributor Mike Muse on the vice president deploying her top surrogate on the campaign trail.
October 11
VIDEO: Obama reaches out to Black male voters in stumping for Harris
October 11

Milton recovery will take ‘a very long time’: St. Pete Beach mayor

“Most of our homes are uninhabitable,” St. Pete Beach Mayor Adrian Petrila said.
October 11
VIDEO: Milton recovery will take ‘a very long time’: St. Pete Beach mayor
October 11

How a nonprofit is helping people displaced by Hurricanes Milton, Helene

Christoph Gorder is executive director of Airbnb.org, an organization that secures temporary stays for people in the wake of disasters.
October 11
VIDEO: How a nonprofit is helping people displaced by Hurricanes Milton, Helene
October 11

Milton power outages will be resolved in ‘days’: Utility company

Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy’s state president in Florida, says her company is “100% in motion” to restore power.
October 11
VIDEO: Milton power outages will be resolved in ‘days’: Utility company
October 11

National headlines from ABC News

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October 11
Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
October 11

NC man serving life for ex-girlfriend's murder speaks in new prison interview

In "20/20" interview, Grant Haze admits to certain details about fateful night.
October 11
Grant Ruffin Hayes stands in front of the Wake County Magistrate in Raleigh on Monday, July 25, 2011. He and his wife Amanda Perry Hayes are charged with the murder of his ex-girlfriend Laura Jean Ackerson.
October 11

Officials rescue man floating on cooler off Florida coast after Hurricane Milton

Officials said an Air Station Miami 65 helicopter crew rescued the man who was approximately 30 miles off Longboat Key, a town along the state's central-west coast.
October 11
Officials said an Air Station Miami 65 helicopter crew rescued the man who was approximately 30 miles off Longboat Key, a town along the state's central-west coast.
October 10

2 dead, 35 others affected after chemical release at PEMEX facility in Texas

The PEMEX facility is a refinery that processes crude oil into gasoline.
October 10
In this May 8, 2024, file photo, the Pemex headquarters are shown in Mexico City.
October 10

ABC News Live Prime: Thursday, October 10, 2024

ABC News Live reports from Florida, where daybreak reveals damage to homes, businesses and roads from Hurricane Milton; at least one dead and others injured in an elevator accident at a tourist mine.
October 10
ABC News Live Prime: Thursday, October 10, 2024
October 10

By the Numbers: Manpower & Costs for Helene and Milton

As Milton makes landfall, FEMA and other government agencies have already mobilized to meet needs for food, water and other basics. We take a look at the costs behind these mobilization.
October 10
By the Numbers: Manpower & Costs for Helene and Milton
October 10

ABC News Live Rundown: Thursday, October 10, 2024

Stay up to date on the developing stories making headlines.
October 10
ABC News Live Rundown: Thursday, October 10, 2024
October 10

Florida’s St. Pete police grapple with huge power outage following Hurricane Milton

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with St. Petersburg Police Chief Anthony Holloway about what’s needed most for the hard-hit city to recover from the damage left by Hurricane Milton.
October 10
Florida’s St. Pete police grapple with huge power outage following Hurricane Milton
October 10

FEMA says they are prepared to support emergency crews in Florida

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Senior FEMA Official Willie Nunn, he says FEMA is prepared to support residents in Florida and keep FEMA officials safe on the ground.
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FEMA says it's prepared to support emergency crews in Florida
October 10

Northern lights on display across the eastern US amid 'severe' solar storm

The stronger the solar storm, the farther south the northern lights can be seen.
October 10
An aurora borealis, also known as the northern lights, is seen on Oct. 10, 2024, in Falmouth, Maine.
October 10

Alligator bites van's tire on flooded Florida street during Hurricane Milton

The operator of a sanitation company in north Fort Myers, Florida, captured the moment an alligator popped out of flood waters and bit at his van's tire early Thursday morning.
October 10
Alligator bites van's tire on flooded Florida street during Hurricane Milton
October 10

Florida sheriff rescues teen from floodwaters after Hurricane Milton

Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister and the marine unit rescued a 14-year-old boy who was found submerged in floodwaters and floating on debris after Hurricane Milton.
October 10
Florida sheriff rescues teen from floodwaters after Hurricane Milton
October 10

Energy company working to restore power in central Florida

More than 3 million customers are without power in Florida in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton.
October 10
Energy company working to restore power in central Florida
October 10

Sean 'Diddy' Combs back in court over sex trafficking case

Harris and Trump campaigns hit critical swing states hard, plus a holiday twist on a spooky staple.
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Trial date set for Sean 'Diddy' Combs in sex trafficking case

The trial is expected to begin May 5.
October 10
In this Sept. 13, 2023, file photo, Sean "Diddy" Combs poses during the MTV Video Music Awards at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.
October 10

Destruction, death and heroism emerge in the wake of Hurricane Milton

The deadly storm made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane on Wednesday.
October 10
The roof of the Tropicana Field is damaged the morning after Hurricane Milton hit the region, Oct. 10, 2024, in St. Petersburg, Fla.
October 10

Hurricane scientist Peter Dodge gets burial over the eye of Milton

NOAA researcher Peter Dodge died at age 73 after suffering a stroke in 2023.
October 10
In this undated file photo released by NOAA, Peter Dodge is shown.
October 10

Acts of heroism emerge as hundreds are rescued across Florida after Milton's landfall

Rescues were reported in counties including Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco.
October 10
Volusia Sheriff's Special Ops team members rescue residents after Hurricane Milton flooded the area in South Daytona, Fla., on Oct. 10, 2024.
October 10

With Kamala Harris, Usha Vance on political stage, anti-Asian hate sees spike

Both online slurs & threats of violence have grown, according to Stop AAPI Hate.
October 10
Usha Chilukuri Vance, left, and Vice President Kamala Harrris.
October 10

'It was horrifying': Florida resident recounts Hurricane Milton

Hurricane Milton hammered the St. Petersburg area with winds strong enough to shred the roof of Tropicana Field.
October 10
Hurricane Milton hammered the St. Petersburg area with winds strong enough to shred the roof of Tropicana Field.
October 10

Woman who lives across from Tropicana Field recounts storm: 'It was horrifying'

"It sounded like the ocean was hitting our windows," Kristy Austin said.
October 10
Kristy Austin speaks with ABC News' Jaclyn Lee in St. Petersburg, Florida, Oct. 10, 2024.
October 10

Water main break leaves St. Petersburg residents without clean drinking water

Officials in the central Florida city issued a boil water notice until repairs can be made.
October 10
Officials in the Florida city issued a boil water notice until repairs can be made.
October 10

Tampa residents forced to evacuate new home

Amanda and Blake Hutson were forced to leave their home after it was flooded during Hurricane Milton.
October 10
VIDEO: Tampa residents forced to evacuate new home
October 10

Gen. Russel Honoré: 'You need a lot of boots on the ground'

Retired Lt. Gen. Russel Honoré discusses ongoing recovery efforts following Hurricane Milton's landfall in Florida.
October 10
VIDEO: Gen. Russel Honoré: 'You need a lot of boots on the ground'