Dispute over youthful offender sentencing intensifies between Florida AG, state attorney
A dispute between Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and State Attorney Monique Worrell intensified this week over the use of youthful offender sentencing in serious criminal cases, drawing criticism from victims' families and prompting accusations from both sides.
A dispute between Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and State Attorney Monique Worrell intensified this week over the use of youthful offender sentencing in serious criminal cases, drawing criticism from victims' families and prompting accusations from both sides.
Florida mom safely escapes van fire with 4 children after mechanical failure
A Brevard County mother and her four children escaped without injury after their van caught fire while they were driving on U.S. 1, officials said.
A Brevard County mother and her four children escaped without injury after their van caught fire while they were driving on U.S. 1, officials said.
2 men charged after dozens of neglected dogs abandoned in St. Augustine, authorities say
Two men have been arrested in connection with the abandonment of dozens of dogs found along a roadside in St. Augustine, while animal rescue groups continue working to rehabilitate the surviving animals.
Two men have been arrested in connection with the abandonment of dozens of dogs found along a roadside in St. Augustine, while animal rescue groups continue working to rehabilitate the surviving animals.
Assistant principal accused of DUI after riding electric bicycle from Wekiwa Springs bar
A 50-year-old man was arrested early June 30 after deputies said he rode an electric bicycle while intoxicated shortly after being asked to leave a Wekiwa Springs bar.
A 50-year-old man was arrested early June 30 after deputies said he rode an electric bicycle while intoxicated shortly after being asked to leave a Wekiwa Springs bar.
First-ever Florida Spectrum Alert issued: 17-year-old boy found safe, chief says
A missing 17-year-old boy with autism has been found safe in DeLand, according to Holly Hill Police Chief Bryon Williams.
A missing 17-year-old boy with autism has been found safe in DeLand, according to Holly Hill Police Chief Bryon Williams.
Volusia County multi-agency drug bust: Criminal history of 24 in custody | FULL
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood shared details of a June 30 multi-agency operation of drug sales allegedly occurring out of a Holly Hill church.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood shared details of a June 30 multi-agency operation of drug sales allegedly occurring out of a Holly Hill church.
Florida contractor accused of blowing $40K down payment on signed baseball cards
A Palm Coast couple contacted the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office after they say a local contractor vanished with their $40,000 down payment.
A Palm Coast couple contacted the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office after they say a local contractor vanished with their $40,000 down payment.
Airbnb deploying anti-party AI tech to block unauthorized Fourth of July bashes
With the Fourth of July holiday just days away, Central Florida is bracing for a massive influx of holiday travelers. However, for those looking to rent an Airbnb for an unapproved, massive holiday bash, think again.
With the Fourth of July holiday just days away, Central Florida is bracing for a massive influx of holiday travelers. However, for those looking to rent an Airbnb for an unapproved, massive holiday bash, think again.
Multi-agency Florida drug bust: Gang headquarters raided at pastor's property
"This isn't their first rodeo." A massive, year-long multi-agency investigation into widespread overdose deaths culminated on Tuesday morning, June 30, 2026, with 50 arrest warrants issued across Volusia County.
"This isn't their first rodeo." A massive, year-long multi-agency investigation into widespread overdose deaths culminated on Tuesday morning, June 30, 2026, with 50 arrest warrants issued across Volusia County.
Officials serve 50 search warrants in drug operation investigation | FULL
FULL PRESS CONFERNENCE | A year-long investigation into a series of overdose deaths in Volusia County led to 50 arrest warrants for individuals involved in violent crimes and drug dealing, the sheriff's office said. The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office conducted “Operation Holy Rollers” early Tuesday morning, June 30 at a church in Holly Hill after several deaths were linked to drugs coming out of this property, officials said.
FULL PRESS CONFERNENCE | A year-long investigation into a series of overdose deaths in Volusia County led to 50 arrest warrants for individuals involved in violent crimes and drug dealing, the sheriff's office said. The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office conducted “Operation Holy Rollers” early Tuesday morning, June 30 at a church in Holly Hill after several deaths were linked to drugs coming out of this property, officials said.
Volusia County stepfather held without bond after alleged assault on teen
A Volusia County man was ordered held without bond after authorities accused him of threatening a teenage boy with a knife, while his wife allegedly pointed a gun at the teen after he brought their daughter home from a party.
A Volusia County man was ordered held without bond after authorities accused him of threatening a teenage boy with a knife, while his wife allegedly pointed a gun at the teen after he brought their daughter home from a party.
Family leans on faith after suspect arrested in deadly 90 mph crash: 'Light in the darkness'
The daughter of a woman killed in a high-speed crash in Ocala says she has chosen forgiveness while urging young drivers to slow down and avoid reckless driving.
The daughter of a woman killed in a high-speed crash in Ocala says she has chosen forgiveness while urging young drivers to slow down and avoid reckless driving.
Body cam footage shows escaped prisoner tracked to South Florida
A fugitive wanted out of Volusia County was tracked down in South Florida. According to released body camera footage, the man tried to jump out a second-story window to escape before being taken into custody.
A fugitive wanted out of Volusia County was tracked down in South Florida. According to released body camera footage, the man tried to jump out a second-story window to escape before being taken into custody.
2 people detained in Orlando early morning shooting, police say
Orlando police are investigating a Sunday morning shooting that took place around 2:30 a.m. on Church Street in downtown Orlando. Officers responding to the scene detained two individuals in connection with the gunfire, the department said.
Orlando police are investigating a Sunday morning shooting that took place around 2:30 a.m. on Church Street in downtown Orlando. Officers responding to the scene detained two individuals in connection with the gunfire, the department said.
Breaking News: Active law enforcement investigation underway in Orange County
A heavy law enforcement presence has blocked off a neighborhood street in Winter Garden as detectives launched an investigation Sunday morning.
A heavy law enforcement presence has blocked off a neighborhood street in Winter Garden as detectives launched an investigation Sunday morning.
Florida executes man who killed his wife in 1992
A 74-year-old man convicted of fatally stabbing his wife decades ago was executed Thursday evening at Florida State Prison.
A 74-year-old man convicted of fatally stabbing his wife decades ago was executed Thursday evening at Florida State Prison.
Florida babysitter arrested after unattended child tested positive for THC, police say
A Florida woman was arrested on Friday, June 19, on accusations of leaving a child she was babysitting completely unattended, the report says.
A Florida woman was arrested on Friday, June 19, on accusations of leaving a child she was babysitting completely unattended, the report says.
Detroit Lions player arrested in connection to violent Tampa armed robbery, kidnapping
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been arrested four months after a Tampa armed robbery and kidnapping linked to an Airbnb the player rented in Largo.
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been arrested four months after a Tampa armed robbery and kidnapping linked to an Airbnb the player rented in Largo.
Family recounts violent carjacking as suspect faces multiple charges
A family visiting Central Florida said they feared for their lives after a man allegedly stole their minivan from a Clermont gas station, struck one of the victims with the vehicle and led law enforcement on a chase through Lake County.
A family visiting Central Florida said they feared for their lives after a man allegedly stole their minivan from a Clermont gas station, struck one of the victims with the vehicle and led law enforcement on a chase through Lake County.
Orlando Police unveil new drone first responder unit | FULL
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | The Orlando Police Department showcased a presentation of its drones, which fly to locations using GPS coordinates to a scene. The drones help provide the department with real time information to help make informed decisions, the department said.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | The Orlando Police Department showcased a presentation of its drones, which fly to locations using GPS coordinates to a scene. The drones help provide the department with real time information to help make informed decisions, the department said.