Lake County man arrested after allegedly threatening to kill during altercation
A Lake County man was arrested after allegedly assaulting and threatening another man with a firearm during a domestic dispute, according to sheriff's deputies.
Lake Square Mall adds 4 new businesses
While some malls are struggling to maintain business, the Lake Square Mall wants people to know it's still thriving. FOX 35's Matt Trezza shows us how the county's largest mall is bringing back businesses.
Waterspout forms near Leesburg close to State Road 44, no damage reported
A waterspout was reported along State Road 44 in Lake County on Monday.
Leesburg just invested in water fluoridation system that is now banned in Florida: What happens now?
Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a bill that bans fluoride in Florida’s water. The City of Leesburg had recently made a choice to add fluoride to their water.
Judge to decide on Stand Your Ground defense in fairway fight
Lake County Judge Heidi Davis is working to determine if the state presented enough evidence to dismiss a Stand Your Ground case against Leesburg dentist Dr. Eddie Orobitg.
Deputies continue search for missing Florida teen
Deputies said they are asking the public for help in locating a 15-year-old boy who has been missing since last week.
Florida K-9 officer finds loaded gun in student's backpack
The police K-9 saved the day at Leesburg High School by preventing a deadly shooting and also helping prevent a disruptive lockdown.
K-9 detects loaded gun at Leesburg High School during search for vapes, police say
A ninth-grade student at Leesburg High School was arrested Thursday morning after a K-9 search for vaping devices uncovered a loaded and stolen handgun in the student’s backpack, according to Leesburg police.
Leesburg man arrested on child sexual abuse material charges, part of FDLE statewide initiative
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) has arrested a Leesburg man on three felony charges of possessing child sexual abuse material.
Leesburg Police release new video of 3 suspects wanted after an 87-year-old man was shot inside his car
The Leesburg Police Department is currently looking for 3 suspects involved in the shooting of an 87-year-old man.
Honoring Lt. Jeff Moore from Leesburg Fire Dept.
Lt. Jeff Moore from the Leesburg Fire Department was nominated for the FOX 35 Care Force award
Florida man arrested after robbing, killing Leesburg store owner: Officials
A man accused of robbing and killing a Leesburg store owner has been arrested nearly a month after the murder, officials said.
Reward offered for Leesburg suspect's arrest
The family of Raied Shihadeh is offering reward money for the arrest of 25-year-old Alez Lopez who's accused of shooting and killing Shihadeh at his convenience store in Leesburg.
Homeowner shot attempted burglary suspect who entered Leesburg home
A homeowner in Leesburg shot a would-be burglar who entered a residence on Flora View Lane Monday morning, according to police.
Bikers riding into Leesburg for Bikefest
The Leesburg Bikefest is underway. It's the first time the event is being in April since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
3 major events light up Central Florida
Central Florida plays host to three huge events this weekend. In Orlando, the Electric Daisy Carnival is expected to draw thousands to Tinker Field. Thousands more are enjoying music at the Welcome to Rockville festival at the Daytona International Speedway while Leesburg will welcome bikers to Bikefest 2021.
Man with gun scales school fence
Authorities said a school guardian tackled an armed man who scaled a fence at Leesburg High School.
Tracking down graffiti artist
A graffiti artist is tagging the town of Leesburg. Now, the Leesburg Center for the Arts is hoping to identify the artist to create a partnership.
Controversy over planned teen center in Leesburg
There are controversy surrounding a proposed teen center in Leesburg. The nearly $3 million project has been in the works since last year. There is a debate over whether the city should build a new structure or buy an existing building that could be renovated.
Police: No bond for Leesburg officer-involved shooting suspect
Surveillance video shows the confrontation when the man shot at a Leesburg police officer, who fired back.