Rare bacterial infection strikes Florida man after Lake Dora Jet Ski injury
A Tavares, Florida man is warning others after what began as a simple day on the water ended with a rare bacterial infection that nearly cost him his leg.
A Tavares, Florida man is warning others after what began as a simple day on the water ended with a rare bacterial infection that nearly cost him his leg.
Undocumented immigrant arrested after attacking woman repossessing his car: Officials
A man living in the U.S. illegally has been arrested and placed on an ICE detainer following what authorities describe as a violent attack on a couple attempting to repossess his vehicle, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.
A man living in the U.S. illegally has been arrested and placed on an ICE detainer following what authorities describe as a violent attack on a couple attempting to repossess his vehicle, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.
FBI honors Florida officers who captured one of '10 Most Wanted' fugitives
Lady Lake police officers and Lake County deputies were honored by the FBI after capturing a top-ten most wanted fugitive. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns attended the event.
Lady Lake police officers and Lake County deputies were honored by the FBI after capturing a top-ten most wanted fugitive. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns attended the event.
Truck fire on the turnpike near Clermont
All northbound lanes on Florida's turnpike near the Clermont area are currently blocked due to a tractor trailer on fire. There have been no injuries reported, and the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) and tow trucks are at the scene to help with clean-up.
All northbound lanes on Florida's turnpike near the Clermont area are currently blocked due to a tractor trailer on fire. There have been no injuries reported, and the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) and tow trucks are at the scene to help with clean-up.
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.
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.
Clermont police officers arrest suspect in attempted bank robbery, bomb threat
A suspect accused of attempting to rob a Clermont bank and threatening to detonate a bomb has been arrested, police announced Friday.
A suspect accused of attempting to rob a Clermont bank and threatening to detonate a bomb has been arrested, police announced Friday.
New video shows response to deadly ambush of deputies as suspect Julie Sulpizio ruled competent for trial
Newly released body camera footage reveals the chaotic and desperate efforts of SWAT officers as they attempted to rescue a wounded deputy during a deadly ambush in Lake County last August.
Newly released body camera footage reveals the chaotic and desperate efforts of SWAT officers as they attempted to rescue a wounded deputy during a deadly ambush in Lake County last August.
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.
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.
2 prescribed burns happening in Central Florida area
There are currently two prescribed burns happening in the Central Florida area. In Seminole County, 325 acres are being burned, while in Lake County, 200 acres are being burned.
There are currently two prescribed burns happening in the Central Florida area. In Seminole County, 325 acres are being burned, while in Lake County, 200 acres are being burned.
Dozens of rare indigo snakes released in Florida to battle invasive species
State officials have released dozens of rare indigo snakes into the wild in the Florida Panhandle. Indigo Snakes are large natural predators and local biologists say they can assist in killing off an invasive snake species to help balance the ecosystem.
State officials have released dozens of rare indigo snakes into the wild in the Florida Panhandle. Indigo Snakes are large natural predators and local biologists say they can assist in killing off an invasive snake species to help balance the ecosystem.
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.
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.
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.
Peach A Palooza returns to Graham's U-Pick Farms
One of the only peach farms in Florida is having its annual Peach-A-Palooza event. The event has grown to a massive size these past few years, and it?s the perfect Mother?s Day outdoor activity! FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the farm in Lake County to tell you everything you need to know before you go.
One of the only peach farms in Florida is having its annual Peach-A-Palooza event. The event has grown to a massive size these past few years, and it?s the perfect Mother?s Day outdoor activity! FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the farm in Lake County to tell you everything you need to know before you go.
Loaded gun found at Eustis High School, officials say; student arrested
A student was arrested after being found with a loaded gun at Eustis High School in Lake County, officials said.
A student was arrested after being found with a loaded gun at Eustis High School in Lake County, officials said.
Ron, Casey DeSantis speak on Hope Florida program in Lake County
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis hosted a news conference on Friday afternoon where they announced that the Department of Education is working on a new pilot program that aims to identify and train a Hope Florida liaison to serve at select school districts. DeSantis said Orange County was the first school district to identify and train a liaison. Lake County will be the second district to include this program.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis hosted a news conference on Friday afternoon where they announced that the Department of Education is working on a new pilot program that aims to identify and train a Hope Florida liaison to serve at select school districts. DeSantis said Orange County was the first school district to identify and train a liaison. Lake County will be the second district to include this program.
Space technology now being used to make dental implants faster, less invasive for patients
Technology from space is transforming dentistry here on Earth. A Central Florida dentist is one of the first in the world using a robot on the job to do implants for patients.
Technology from space is transforming dentistry here on Earth. A Central Florida dentist is one of the first in the world using a robot on the job to do implants for patients.
Unveiling of the repainted Van Gough House in Mount Dora
The unveiling of the repainted Van Gough House in Mount Dora is taking place today. The landmark was painted with a mural inspired by the homeowner?s autistic son?s favorite painting, Van Gogh?s ?Starry Night.? The art piece serves as a beautiful way to guide the boy home in case he wanders off.
The unveiling of the repainted Van Gough House in Mount Dora is taking place today. The landmark was painted with a mural inspired by the homeowner?s autistic son?s favorite painting, Van Gogh?s ?Starry Night.? The art piece serves as a beautiful way to guide the boy home in case he wanders off.
Adoption fees waived for select dogs at Lake County shelter
The Lake County Animal Shelter is waving its adoption fees for a few groups of select dogs. The adoption fee waiver applies to all the shelter's dogs that are over 40 pounds, over 4 years old and those who have been at the shelter for four weeks or more.
The Lake County Animal Shelter is waving its adoption fees for a few groups of select dogs. The adoption fee waiver applies to all the shelter's dogs that are over 40 pounds, over 4 years old and those who have been at the shelter for four weeks or more.
Monkey spotted in Mount Dora neighborhood; HOA issues warning to residents
A wild monkey was recently spotted on the loose in a Mount Dora neighborhood, and both officials and HOA leaders are warning residents not to engage with the animal.
A wild monkey was recently spotted on the loose in a Mount Dora neighborhood, and both officials and HOA leaders are warning residents not to engage with the animal.
Search for missing monkey on in Mount Dora
A neighborhood in Mount Dora put out an alert on Monday, warning its community members of a reported monkey seen running through backyards. The Sullivan Ranch HOA cautioned its residents to not attempt to approach, catch or feed the monkey. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns brings us the latest details.
A neighborhood in Mount Dora put out an alert on Monday, warning its community members of a reported monkey seen running through backyards. The Sullivan Ranch HOA cautioned its residents to not attempt to approach, catch or feed the monkey. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns brings us the latest details.