911 outage restored: What caused 911 to go down for hours in 3 Florida counties?
A widespread 911 outage left an estimated one million residents across Central Florida unable to place emergency calls for more than eight hours Tuesday, with officials blaming the disruption on a severed fiber optic cable in Leesburg.
A widespread 911 outage left an estimated one million residents across Central Florida unable to place emergency calls for more than eight hours Tuesday, with officials blaming the disruption on a severed fiber optic cable in Leesburg.
Florida man accused of raping multiple women arrested in Orange County, deputies say
A Florida man accused of raping multiple women more than 20 years ago has been arrested in Central Florida, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. JSO believes there could be additional victims in Jacksonville, Orlando, and “potentially beyond."
A Florida man accused of raping multiple women more than 20 years ago has been arrested in Central Florida, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. JSO believes there could be additional victims in Jacksonville, Orlando, and “potentially beyond."
Marion County man fires flare gun at deputy's patrol car, faces multiple charges, officials say
A convicted felon was arrested early Tuesday after authorities say he fired a flare gun at a Marion County sheriff’s deputy during a bizarre encounter on Highway 19.
A convicted felon was arrested early Tuesday after authorities say he fired a flare gun at a Marion County sheriff’s deputy during a bizarre encounter on Highway 19.
Florida man clings to back of moving UPS truck to avoid deputies after Lowe's shoplifting attempt: officials
A Florida man allegedly tried to steal $1,500 worth of merchandise from Lowe’s, then fled on the back of a UPS truck. Deputies tracked him down with help from a citizen.
A Florida man allegedly tried to steal $1,500 worth of merchandise from Lowe’s, then fled on the back of a UPS truck. Deputies tracked him down with help from a citizen.
Puppy rescued from trash compactor at Daytona Beach apartment complex
A puppy is recovering after being rescued from a trash compactor at a Daytona Beach apartment complex, where a couple happened to be in the right place at the right time.
A puppy is recovering after being rescued from a trash compactor at a Daytona Beach apartment complex, where a couple happened to be in the right place at the right time.
Donuts and fireworks: 2 arrested in street takeover during FHP crackdown in Orlando
Authorities in Orange County arrested two men following a chaotic Fourth of July street takeover involving nearly 50 vehicles, illegal stunt driving, and fireworks launched from moving cars, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) said Monday.
Authorities in Orange County arrested two men following a chaotic Fourth of July street takeover involving nearly 50 vehicles, illegal stunt driving, and fireworks launched from moving cars, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) said Monday.
Robin Severance-Lopez released from jail after posting bond in alleged illegal gambling charge
Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, walked out of the Lake County Jail on Monday evening, just a few hours after a judge gave clearance for her to post bond.
Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, walked out of the Lake County Jail on Monday evening, just a few hours after a judge gave clearance for her to post bond.
3-year-old boy shot in the arm, flown to hospital, sheriff's office says
A 3‑year‑old boy was airlifted with life‑threatening injuries after a midday shooting Monday in North Mims.
A 3‑year‑old boy was airlifted with life‑threatening injuries after a midday shooting Monday in North Mims.
Teen suspect in alleged double stabbing killed after charging at deputies with dagger: Sheriff
An 18-year-old suspect was shot and killed by law enforcement after reportedly charging at a Daytona Beach sergeant with a dagger at home on Saturday night.
An 18-year-old suspect was shot and killed by law enforcement after reportedly charging at a Daytona Beach sergeant with a dagger at home on Saturday night.
12 dogs saved by Marion County firefighters after home engulfed in flames
Twelve dogs were saved by firefighters after a fire broke out at a Marion County home on Friday night.
Twelve dogs were saved by firefighters after a fire broke out at a Marion County home on Friday night.
3 Florida beachgoers injured by lightning strike on Fourth of July along Gulf Coast
A beach outing on the Fourth of July turned tragic along Florida’s Gulf Coast after three people were struck by lightning.
A beach outing on the Fourth of July turned tragic along Florida’s Gulf Coast after three people were struck by lightning.
Florida pharmacist arrested for DUI after allegedly hitting 3 pedestrians, 1 that might lose leg
A Florida pharmacist has been arrested after he allegedly drove under the influence and crashed into several people, one of whom may need to have his leg amputated.
A Florida pharmacist has been arrested after he allegedly drove under the influence and crashed into several people, one of whom may need to have his leg amputated.
Former Olympic swim coach arrested in Florida, facing child sex abuse allegations
George Gibney, a former Olympic swim coach accused of decades-old child sex abuse crimes, was arrested this week by U.S. Marshals in Florida after evading justice for years, authorities said.
George Gibney, a former Olympic swim coach accused of decades-old child sex abuse crimes, was arrested this week by U.S. Marshals in Florida after evading justice for years, authorities said.
Florida restaurant owners accused of scamming the elderly across country
A Florida couple who own a sushi restaurant in Rockledge are accused of scamming seniors out of thousands of dollars across multiple states, according to police in Wisconsin who have been investigating the case since 2023.
A Florida couple who own a sushi restaurant in Rockledge are accused of scamming seniors out of thousands of dollars across multiple states, according to police in Wisconsin who have been investigating the case since 2023.
Robin Severance-Lopez bond hearing: Judge questions sourcing of $20K; Lopez to remain in jail
Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, was in court Thursday for a bond hearing to determine if she had met the court's bond requirements and could be released from jail.
Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, was in court Thursday for a bond hearing to determine if she had met the court's bond requirements and could be released from jail.
Armed suspect shot by Alachua County deputy outside Gainesville restaurant: Sheriff
A man wanted on multiple felony charges, including kidnapping and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, was shot and taken into custody after drawing a handgun during a confrontation with Alachua County deputies, according to the sheriff's office.
A man wanted on multiple felony charges, including kidnapping and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, was shot and taken into custody after drawing a handgun during a confrontation with Alachua County deputies, according to the sheriff's office.
104 mph ‘super speeder’ arrested minutes after new Florida law went into effect
A driver clocked at 104 mph on Monday became the first person arrested under Florida’s new “Super Speeder” law, which allows troopers to jail motorists traveling more than 100 mph or at least 50 mph over the posted limit.
A driver clocked at 104 mph on Monday became the first person arrested under Florida’s new “Super Speeder” law, which allows troopers to jail motorists traveling more than 100 mph or at least 50 mph over the posted limit.
Madeline Soto case update: Stephan Sterns' cell phone, Google Drive allowed as evidence at trial
Florida prosecutors will be allowed to use Stephan Sterns' cell phone and Google Drive – and the alleged photos and videos found on each – as evidence at his upcoming trial, an Osceola County Judge has ruled.
Florida prosecutors will be allowed to use Stephan Sterns' cell phone and Google Drive – and the alleged photos and videos found on each – as evidence at his upcoming trial, an Osceola County Judge has ruled.
Florida dad charged with first-degree felony murder in toddler's hot truck death
A grand jury has indicted a Florida dad with first-degree murder in the death of his 18-month-old son, who was left in a hot truck for hours while his dad allegedly got a haircut and grabbed drinks at a nearby bar.
A grand jury has indicted a Florida dad with first-degree murder in the death of his 18-month-old son, who was left in a hot truck for hours while his dad allegedly got a haircut and grabbed drinks at a nearby bar.
Diddy found guilty on some counts; here's what's next
Sean "Diddy" Combs was found guilty of two prostitution-related charges but acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering, which could have put him behind bars for life.
Sean "Diddy" Combs was found guilty of two prostitution-related charges but acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering, which could have put him behind bars for life.