Eustis residents reported gas odor weeks before jewelry store explosion that killed owner
Residents say they smelled gas for weeks before an explosion at a downtown jewelry store that killed its owner, Wendy Davis.
Residents say they smelled gas for weeks before an explosion at a downtown jewelry store that killed its owner, Wendy Davis.
Small plane crash-lands on road in DeLand; 2 hurt, officials say
A small plane made an emergency landing on Monday afternoon at the intersection of Plymouth Avenue and Jacobs Road near DeLand High School, sending two people to the hospital, authorities said.
A small plane made an emergency landing on Monday afternoon at the intersection of Plymouth Avenue and Jacobs Road near DeLand High School, sending two people to the hospital, authorities said.
Judge to decide whether 80-year-old death row inmate Tommy Zeigler will get new trial
An 80-year-old man who has spent nearly five decades on Florida’s death row is awaiting a judge’s decision on whether newly presented evidence warrants a new trial.
An 80-year-old man who has spent nearly five decades on Florida’s death row is awaiting a judge’s decision on whether newly presented evidence warrants a new trial.
Florida valet at Disney World hotel allegedly found guest's checkbook, tried to cash in: affidavit
A valet employee assigned to a Walt Disney World Resort was recently arrested for allegedly finding a guest's checkbook and attempting to cash in, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
A valet employee assigned to a Walt Disney World Resort was recently arrested for allegedly finding a guest's checkbook and attempting to cash in, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Officials seize vessel with $28M in cocaine off Miami Beach
Officials seized $28 million in illicit narcotics from a suspected drug smuggling vessel near Miami Beach. Here’s how officials uncovered over 3,700 pounds of hidden drugs.
Officials seized $28 million in illicit narcotics from a suspected drug smuggling vessel near Miami Beach. Here’s how officials uncovered over 3,700 pounds of hidden drugs.
Kepner coverage: stepmom, sibling appears in court
Weeks after 18-year-old Anna Kepner was found dead on a Carnival cruise ship, her 16-year-old stepbrother was named a suspect in her death investigation. A court hearing was held Friday morning about a custody dispute between his parents, Thomas and Shauntel Hudson. FOX 35's Garret Wymer covered the hearing, speaking live via Zoom with attorney Lauren Cadilac on what the new developments could mean.
Weeks after 18-year-old Anna Kepner was found dead on a Carnival cruise ship, her 16-year-old stepbrother was named a suspect in her death investigation. A court hearing was held Friday morning about a custody dispute between his parents, Thomas and Shauntel Hudson. FOX 35's Garret Wymer covered the hearing, speaking live via Zoom with attorney Lauren Cadilac on what the new developments could mean.
Kepner update: attorney weighs in on custody dispute
A custody dispute between the stepmother of Anna Kepner and her ex-husband took place Friday morning, where new information was revealed about their children's living conditions. FOX 35's Esther Bower attended the hearing and joined Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the latest.
A custody dispute between the stepmother of Anna Kepner and her ex-husband took place Friday morning, where new information was revealed about their children's living conditions. FOX 35's Esther Bower attended the hearing and joined Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the latest.
Police officer saves dog from burning home: 'Dogs are family'
A Sanford police officer saved a dog's life from a burning house fire.
A Sanford police officer saved a dog's life from a burning house fire.
Anna Kepner: Florida teen cause of death revealed in court docs
New court documents revealed in the custody dispute between Anna Kepner's stepmom and her ex-husband confirm that the Titusville, Florida teenager died by asphyxiation, and that her body was found underneath the cruise ship bed. Court documents also reveal that Kepner's stepbrother is an apparent "suspect" in the FBI's investigation. The FBI, to date, has released few, if any, details on the case or investigation, citing agency policy.
New court documents revealed in the custody dispute between Anna Kepner's stepmom and her ex-husband confirm that the Titusville, Florida teenager died by asphyxiation, and that her body was found underneath the cruise ship bed. Court documents also reveal that Kepner's stepbrother is an apparent "suspect" in the FBI's investigation. The FBI, to date, has released few, if any, details on the case or investigation, citing agency policy.
2 Lake County students facing charges after gun found on school campus, officials say
Two East Ridge High School students were arrested Thursday after authorities said a gun was found on campus.
Two East Ridge High School students were arrested Thursday after authorities said a gun was found on campus.
Volusia County jury convicts man of second-degree murder in 2021 bat attack
A Volusia County jury on Wednesday found Steve Tilbury guilty of second-degree murder for fatally striking a co-worker with a metal bat at a Daytona Beach car dealership in 2021.
A Volusia County jury on Wednesday found Steve Tilbury guilty of second-degree murder for fatally striking a co-worker with a metal bat at a Daytona Beach car dealership in 2021.
Florida Bear Hunt: What to know about state's first regulated season since 2015
Florida has approved a December 2025 bear hunting season aimed at managing growing bear populations. The season runs from Dec. 6–28 in four Bear Harvest Zones across the state.
Florida has approved a December 2025 bear hunting season aimed at managing growing bear populations. The season runs from Dec. 6–28 in four Bear Harvest Zones across the state.
Tommy Zeigler: New testimony clouds 50-year murder case against Florida death-row inmate
A state-hired blood spatter expert offered testimony Wednesday that further complicated the 50-year-old murder case of William “Tommy" Zeigler.
A state-hired blood spatter expert offered testimony Wednesday that further complicated the 50-year-old murder case of William “Tommy" Zeigler.
Florida triathlete remains hospitalized weeks after being struck by hit-and-run driver
A Lake County triathlete remains in the hospital after a hit-and-run last month.
A Lake County triathlete remains in the hospital after a hit-and-run last month.
Sheriff: 92K pounds of suspected drugs, guns, IEDs seized from Florida warehouse; 'Breaking Bad on steroids'
A 26-year-old Florida man was arrested after detectives seized more than 92,000 pounds of suspected illegal drugs, dozens of guns, and five improvised explosive devices from a warehouse, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey said.
A 26-year-old Florida man was arrested after detectives seized more than 92,000 pounds of suspected illegal drugs, dozens of guns, and five improvised explosive devices from a warehouse, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey said.
Trial attorney speaks on many questions in Anna Kepner's death
Orlando-based trial attorney Mark NeJame discussed questions regarding Anna Kepner's death and what he would like to find out. Reports say Kepner died by asphyxiation -- but that could mean a number of things, NeJame said. The next court appearance for the custody battle between Anna's stepmother and her ex-husband is set for Dec. 5.
Orlando-based trial attorney Mark NeJame discussed questions regarding Anna Kepner's death and what he would like to find out. Reports say Kepner died by asphyxiation -- but that could mean a number of things, NeJame said. The next court appearance for the custody battle between Anna's stepmother and her ex-husband is set for Dec. 5.
8 rescued monkeys begin new lives at Gainesville sanctuary
A multi-state federal investigation into illegal animal trafficking led to the seizure of eight primates. The suspect at the center of the investigation has previously been convicted on similar animal trafficking charges.
A multi-state federal investigation into illegal animal trafficking led to the seizure of eight primates. The suspect at the center of the investigation has previously been convicted on similar animal trafficking charges.
Anna Kepner’s family seek answers, while Carnival passengers recall chaotic night of teen's death
Investigators still have not announced any arrests three weeks after Titusville teen Anna Kepner died aboard a cruise ship. Her family says they are desperate for answers, while passengers recall a chaotic night with little information.
Investigators still have not announced any arrests three weeks after Titusville teen Anna Kepner died aboard a cruise ship. Her family says they are desperate for answers, while passengers recall a chaotic night with little information.
Teen’s death on cruise ship, family still waiting for answers
Nearly three weeks after 18-year-old Anna Kepner boarded a cruise and never returned home, her family says they are still waiting for answers in the FBI’s investigation. Despite court documents indicating the teen’s 16-year-old stepbrother is considered a suspect, no arrests have been made in her death aboard the Carnival Horizon.
Nearly three weeks after 18-year-old Anna Kepner boarded a cruise and never returned home, her family says they are still waiting for answers in the FBI’s investigation. Despite court documents indicating the teen’s 16-year-old stepbrother is considered a suspect, no arrests have been made in her death aboard the Carnival Horizon.
Sen. Rick Scott's Naples home was target of attempted swatting, senator says
A reported swatting attempt occurred at Sen. Rick Scott’s family home in Naples early on Thursday, the senator wrote in a social media post.
A reported swatting attempt occurred at Sen. Rick Scott’s family home in Naples early on Thursday, the senator wrote in a social media post.