Rope described as noose found outside clinic
A rope described as a noose was found hanging outside a medical clinic in Lake County.
Mount Dora Police Chief Robert Bell to retire after 27 years of service, city says
In his 27-year-long career, Police Chief Robert Bell has served Mount Dora and its residents as a police officer, sergeant, lieutenant, deputy chief, and Chief of Police.
Deputy at Lake County Jail passes away after testing positive for COVID-19, Sheriff's Office says
When inmate transports passed away earlier this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Sheriff's Office said that the deputy worked to supervise inmates within the jail.
Florida prisons grapple with COVID-19 hitting workers
In total, 885 corrections workers --- including probation officers, corrections officers, nurses, food service workers, administrative staff and other personnel --- were known to have tested positive for COVID-19 as of Tuesday.
Lake County asks Gov. DeSantis to move statue of Confederate out of their community
State Rep. Geraldine Thompson, D-Windermere, told commissioners she is already working with legislative colleagues to find a home for the Smith statue.
Missing 4-year-old Lake County girl found safe
The child and mother's last known location is reportedly the Sorrento and Mount Plymouth area just before Independence Day.
Arrest made after bodies of 2 women found inside burning Leesburg home
The Lake County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest in connection to the discovery of the bodies of two women found inside a burning home.
Lake County man still waiting for unemployment benefits after 14 weeks
A Lake County resident is still waiting for unemployment benefits after applying for assistance through the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity 14 weeks ago.
Lake County nature center destroyed
A nature center in Lake County was destroyed by vandals, authorities say. Items were ransacked and damaged, and the center's executive director says the cost for repairs could be up to $8,000.
Lake County deputy dies from COVID-19
The Lake County Sheriff's Office is mourning the loss of one of their own deputies. Over 100 inmates and 19 staff members at the Lake County Jail have tested positive for COVID-19.
Inmate dies after use of force incident
The pressure is mounting for an arrest after an inmate died following a use of force incident at Lake Correctional Institution.
FOX 35 Investigates: Inmate dies in use of force incident
A Central Florida inmate died inside a Lake County correctional facility following a use of force incident. The identity of the inmate has not been released.
100 positive cases of COVID-19 reported at Central Florida jail
The jail said that 85 inmates and six employees are confirmed to have the virus. The identity of the other positive cases has not yet been confirmed.
Commissioners to ask Florida to move statue of Confederate general somewhere else
Lake County residents have spoken out against the Confederate statue for years and many of them attended Tuesday’s meeting.
Sheriff's Office training deputies for tense situations
George Floyd's death struck a chord with law enforcement officers around the country. In Central Florida, one agency is stepping up training to help officers to be more aware and sensitive.
Protests over statue relocation to Lake County
Some Lake County residents are protesting plans to relocate the statue of Confederate General Kirby Smith to a local museum.
Protesters gather for peaceful assembly in Clermont
Protesters gathered at Clermont City Hall early Wednesday evening, listening to speakers during what was a peaceful assembly.
Protesters gather for peaceful assembly in Clermont
Protesters gathered at Clermont City Hall early Wednesday evening, listening to speakers during what was a peaceful assembly.
Protests held at Clermont City Hal
Protesters in Lake County gathered at the Clermont City Hall early Wednesday evening, ahead of a 10 p.m. countywide curfew. The demonstrations have been peaceful, according to authorities.
Florida representative warns protesters that AR-15 rifles will be 'a very common sight'
One Florida Representative is warning protesters that if they come near Lake County, an AR-15 will be a very common sight.