Clermont police creating new equipment for seatbelt safety
The Clermont Police Department is rolling out some new equipment aimed at emphasizing the importance of seatbelts. It comes after three women were killed in a deadly crash earlier this week, and no one was wearing seatbelts.
Father speaks after viral video surfaces in crash that killed daughter, 2 other women
The father of one of three women killed in a deadly Lake County crash last weekend is speaking about a viral video that the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) has said will be part of its investigation into the incident.
Dad wants daughter to be remembered for how she lived
Today, a father of one of the women who was in a car involved in a deadly Lake County crash is speaking out. The Florida Highway Patrol has used a video as part of its investigation showing the woman passing around a bottle of tequila, with the speedometer of the car showing 166 at one point. The video has since gone viral, but the father says he doesn't want the video to be how his daughter was remembered — he wants her to be remembered for the life that she lived.
State seeks death penalty for mother and boyfriend
Prosecutors have announced they will seek the death penalty for Kimberley Mills and her boyfriend, Andre Walker, who are accused of brutally beating and killing 10-year-old Tavares boy Xavier Williams. Xavier Williams died in March after weeks of fighting for his life at the hospital. Both Mills and Walker now face multiple upgraded charges, including first-degree murder and aggravated child abuse.
Tavares child abuse case: Xavier Williams' aunt speaks
The State Attorney's Office hosted a news conference on Thursday afternoon to announce the prosecution will be seeking the death penalty for Kimberley Mills and her boyfriend, Andre Walker. Both will also now face upgraded charges for the death of Mills' 10-year-old son, Xavier Williams, including a first-degree murder charge. Xavier died in March of suspected torture and neglect. Xavier's aunt took the podium at the news conference to share her family's thoughts.
Deadly Tavares child abuse case: Prosecutors seeking death penalty for mother and boyfriend
The State Attorney's Office has announced it will seek the death penalty for the two suspects involved in the death of Xavier Williams, a 10-year-old Tavares boy, who died from suspected abuse and neglect allegedly at the hands of his mother and her boyfriend. The new development was announced at a news conference Thursday afternoon in Lake County. Xavier's mother, Kimberley Mills, and her boyfriend, Andre Walker, are each facing a murder charge in connection with the death of the Tavares boy who died of suspected torture and neglect, according to police.
Tavares child abuse case: Prosecutors seeking death penalty for mother, boyfriend involved in brutal beating
Prosecutors have announced they will seek the death penalty for Kimberley Mills and her boyfriend, Andre Walker, who are accused of brutally beating and killing 10-year-old Tavares boy Xavier Williams.
Florida Democrats view special congressional election results as encouraging, despite loss
Randy Fine is ending his time as a state lawmaker and headed for the big leagues in the United States Congress. However, his margin of victory was lower than when Mike Waltz won the seat in November.
Social media post part of investigation into deadly Lake County crash, FHP says
The Florida Highway Patrol confirmed to FOX 35 News that a viral social media video is a part of their investigation into a deadly crash in Lake County.
Republican Randy Fine wins Florida's 6th congressional district race, defeating Democrat Josh Weil
Republican state Sen. Randy Fine won a special election Tuesday for Florida’s 6th Congressional District, defeating Democratic challenger Josh Weil.
Florida doctor accused of inappropriate conduct during a medical exam
A Florida doctor, Jose Jacob, was arrested for alleged battery after a patient accused him of inappropriate conduct during a medical exam.
Family seeks accountability after 10-year-old’s death in alleged abuse case
Kimberly Mills and her boyfriend, Andre Walker, the two people accused of torturing 10-year-old Xavier Williams, who died last week after weeks in the hospital, were expected to be in court this morning. The couple waived their court appearances, while Xavier’s family vows to seek accountability.
Florida special congressional elections test GOP strongholds in Central Florida, Panhandle
Florida’s 1st and 6th Congressional Districts are holding special elections Tuesday to replace Matt Gaetz and Michael Waltz.
Fundraiser held for 9-year-old burn victim
The Fruitland Park Police Department hosted a fundraiser on Saturday for a 9-year-old Florida boy who was burned in a campfire accident, with the damage covering more than 40% of his body. The event was to raise money for Kaleb Newman and his family as they continue to combat the costs of treatment for the young boy.
Vigil planned for Tavares boy who died from alleged abuse
The Tavares Police Department is hosting a candlelight vigil tonight for Xavier Williams, the 10-year-old boy who died after allegedly suffering severe abuse and neglect at the hands of his mother and his mother's boyfriend. The candlelight vigil will take place at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 29, at Wooton Park in Downtown Tavares.
Florida man accused of firing rifle for target practice at his apartment after watching military movie
A Lake County man is accused of firing a rifle outside an apartment complex in Clermont while children were nearby.
Florida mom, boyfriend charges upgraded to murder after 10-year-old boy dies from alleged abuse: officials
A Central Florida mother and her boyfriend are each facing a murder charge after the woman's 10-year-old son, Xavier Williams, died from suspected abuse and neglect, according to court records.
Boy dies after alleged torture, abuse by mother, her boyfriend; enhanced charges expected
A 10-year-old boy from Lake County has died weeks after suffering severe abuse and neglect at the hands of his mother and his mother's boyfriend, according to the Tavares Police Department.
Protest planned over slow road construction in Clermont
People living in a Clermont neighborhood have been waiting for a new connector road at Sawgrass Bay Boulevard. The new road would shave about 20 minutes off a commute between Lake and Orange counties. Some people say that connector was a selling point when they bought their home. However, the road is still not done years later.
Man linked to possible road rage shooting arrested after chase
A man connected to a possible road rage shooting in Lake County was taken into custody after fleeing to Flagler County on Friday afternoon. During the shooting incident, a suspect fired a shot at a vehicle. The occupant of the vehicle is being treated for a non-life-threatening injury. The suspect was then pursued by Volusia County law enforcement into Flagler County.