Florida family attacked, stabbed by intruder in home, deputies say
A Brevard County family is speaking out after they say a hit-and-run suspect broke into their home demanding a car. When the didn't comply, he grabbed a kitchen knife, harming a woman and her son, a arrest affidavit said. The woman said she doesn't feel safe.
A Brevard County family is speaking out after they say a hit-and-run suspect broke into their home demanding a car. When the didn't comply, he grabbed a kitchen knife, harming a woman and her son, a arrest affidavit said. The woman said she doesn't feel safe.
Man arrested after hours-long SWAT standoff at Volusia Couty home
After Volusia Couty SWAT responded to a Seville home on Aug. 2 for a well-being check, an armed man barricaded in the home was arrested after an hours-long standoff, deputies said. The suspect, Austin Mowery, 28, was taken to jail on an aggravated assault charge. He’s being held without bond.
After Volusia Couty SWAT responded to a Seville home on Aug. 2 for a well-being check, an armed man barricaded in the home was arrested after an hours-long standoff, deputies said. The suspect, Austin Mowery, 28, was taken to jail on an aggravated assault charge. He’s being held without bond.
St. Cloud teacher arrested in online child solicitation investigation, police say
A St. Cloud high school math teacher was arrested in an online child solicitation investigation, authorities said.
A St. Cloud high school math teacher was arrested in an online child solicitation investigation, authorities said.
Volusia County lifeguards save 5-year-old boy pulled unconscious from ocean
Two Volusia County lifeguards successfully revived a 5-year-old boy after he was pulled unconscious from the ocean at Silver Beach.
Two Volusia County lifeguards successfully revived a 5-year-old boy after he was pulled unconscious from the ocean at Silver Beach.
Victim in firehouse hazing incident reaches settlement with Marion County
Kayne Stuart, who was beaten and waterboarded while filling in at Marion County Fire Rescue’s “Friendship Station" in December 2025, has now reached a settlement with the county.
Kayne Stuart, who was beaten and waterboarded while filling in at Marion County Fire Rescue’s “Friendship Station" in December 2025, has now reached a settlement with the county.
Boyfriend accused of evidence tampering after Florida teen shot, killed
The boyfriend of Skyler Bradford, 17, has been charged with tampering with evidence after her death. Skyler, who was preparing to start college next month, her family said, was shot and killed July 29 at an apartment complex on Old Cheney Highway. No arrest have been made in connection to her death.
The boyfriend of Skyler Bradford, 17, has been charged with tampering with evidence after her death. Skyler, who was preparing to start college next month, her family said, was shot and killed July 29 at an apartment complex on Old Cheney Highway. No arrest have been made in connection to her death.
Florida AG Uthmeier accuses Worrell of offering a 'sweetheart deal' in murder case
The argument stems over a plea deal offered in a first-degree murder case. Hassan Adeyemo is accused of shooting and killing his wife, Nanchin “Sarah” Adeyemo. First-Degree Murder is a capital offense. The State Attorney’s Office could have sought the death penalty if they’d chosen to, or life in prison. Instead, Worrell’s Office offered a plea for 30 years behind bars. Attorney General James Uthmeier applauded the decision by Judge Eric Netcher to not accept the plea.
The argument stems over a plea deal offered in a first-degree murder case. Hassan Adeyemo is accused of shooting and killing his wife, Nanchin “Sarah” Adeyemo. First-Degree Murder is a capital offense. The State Attorney’s Office could have sought the death penalty if they’d chosen to, or life in prison. Instead, Worrell’s Office offered a plea for 30 years behind bars. Attorney General James Uthmeier applauded the decision by Judge Eric Netcher to not accept the plea.
Settlement reached in civil case of Marion County firehouse 'hazing'
Kayne Stuart was beaten and waterboarded while filling in at Marion County Fire Rescue’s “Friendship Station” in December of 2025. Details of Kayne’s agreement with the County are mostly confidential. We do know one aspect of it, the worker’s comp portion, settled for $100,000. Stuart has now reached a settlement with Marion County.
Kayne Stuart was beaten and waterboarded while filling in at Marion County Fire Rescue’s “Friendship Station” in December of 2025. Details of Kayne’s agreement with the County are mostly confidential. We do know one aspect of it, the worker’s comp portion, settled for $100,000. Stuart has now reached a settlement with Marion County.
Florida father, woman denied bond after 2-year-old allegedly dies from ingesting kratom, police say
A Florida couple is facing serious charges after a 2-year-old girl died from ingesting kratom pills in May, and investigators say neither adult sought emergency medical help as the child suffered.
A Florida couple is facing serious charges after a 2-year-old girl died from ingesting kratom pills in May, and investigators say neither adult sought emergency medical help as the child suffered.
Florida man accused of killing mom and burning body because she ‘wanted to be cremated’
A Florida man allegedly shot and killed his mother and then set her body on fire, because she had said she wanted to be cremated, according to an arrest report.
A Florida man allegedly shot and killed his mother and then set her body on fire, because she had said she wanted to be cremated, according to an arrest report.
Lake County Schools adds bus cameras to find stop-arm violators: How it works, potential fines
Lake County Public Schools is adding several cameras to the outside of its school buses in an effort to catch drivers who ignore those red stop sign warnings, which could lead to hefty fines
Lake County Public Schools is adding several cameras to the outside of its school buses in an effort to catch drivers who ignore those red stop sign warnings, which could lead to hefty fines
Child drowns at Osceola vacation rental as drownings rise across nation, Florida
A 5-year-old Brevard County boy drowned in a swimming pool at an Osceola County vacation rental, marking the county’s eighth child drowning this year, authorities said.
A 5-year-old Brevard County boy drowned in a swimming pool at an Osceola County vacation rental, marking the county’s eighth child drowning this year, authorities said.
License plate reader cameras aid investigations but fuel privacy debate
License plate reader cameras are being credited with helping law enforcement quickly locate suspects in two recent Central Florida cases, even as the technology continues to face criticism from privacy advocates.
License plate reader cameras are being credited with helping law enforcement quickly locate suspects in two recent Central Florida cases, even as the technology continues to face criticism from privacy advocates.
Police: Husband kills estranged wife in Daytona Beach, dies after fleeing traffic stop into Titusville pond
Police provided some clarity after a Daytona Beach mom died while her suspected killer – her estranged husband – also died when fleeing a traffic stop in Titusville.
Police provided some clarity after a Daytona Beach mom died while her suspected killer – her estranged husband – also died when fleeing a traffic stop in Titusville.
Man who dropped off starved dog at Lake County shelter facing charges, deputies say
Deputies say Edualdo Rodriguez walked into the Lake County Animal Shelter with a 3-year-old male American Bulldog, who appeared to be starved. Rodriguez told staff he had just found the dog and was surrendering it to get help.
Deputies say Edualdo Rodriguez walked into the Lake County Animal Shelter with a 3-year-old male American Bulldog, who appeared to be starved. Rodriguez told staff he had just found the dog and was surrendering it to get help.
Crosley Green maintains his innocence: Prayer vigil planned ahead of parole hearing
Crosley Green, who has spent over 35 years behind bars for a 1989 Titusville murder he maintains he did not commit, faces a critical parole hearing on August 12.
Crosley Green, who has spent over 35 years behind bars for a 1989 Titusville murder he maintains he did not commit, faces a critical parole hearing on August 12.
Florida deputies investigate girl shot in chest near Groveland, another victim reported in Lakeland
Lake County deputies are investigating an early morning shooting along Bay Lake Road in Groveland that left a girl hospitalized with a chest wound.
Lake County deputies are investigating an early morning shooting along Bay Lake Road in Groveland that left a girl hospitalized with a chest wound.
Daytona Beach mom killed by estranged husband before pursuit ends in Titusville pond: Police | FULL
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | Daytona Beach police are investigating a murder-suicide after 54-year-old Robert Reyes Jr. allegedly shot and killed his estranged wife inside her Reena Drive townhome. Reyes fled the scene but was tracked to Titusville using license plate readers before crashing into a pond at Sand Point Park following a brief police pursuit. Reyes was found dead inside his vehicle from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, leaving the couple's three sons orphaned within a span of two hours.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | Daytona Beach police are investigating a murder-suicide after 54-year-old Robert Reyes Jr. allegedly shot and killed his estranged wife inside her Reena Drive townhome. Reyes fled the scene but was tracked to Titusville using license plate readers before crashing into a pond at Sand Point Park following a brief police pursuit. Reyes was found dead inside his vehicle from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, leaving the couple's three sons orphaned within a span of two hours.
5-year-old drowns at Osceola County vacation home, authorities say
A 5-year-old Brevard County boy died Monday after he was found unconscious in a swimming pool at a vacation rental in Osceola County, authorities said.
A 5-year-old Brevard County boy died Monday after he was found unconscious in a swimming pool at a vacation rental in Osceola County, authorities said.
Amber Alert suspect dies following deputy-involved shooting: Sheriff
A suspect named in a Marion County AMBER Alert has died after deputies attempted to stop his vehicle and shots were fired during the encounter, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.
A suspect named in a Marion County AMBER Alert has died after deputies attempted to stop his vehicle and shots were fired during the encounter, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.