Enormous Florida alligator wanders golf course
A Florida woman recently captured a video of an enormous alligator wandering about a golf course at Stonegate Oaks in Kissimmee. The alligator can be seen walking a few yards at a time before then deciding to lay down and take a break in the spring sunshine. (Credit: Shirley Schultz)
A Florida woman recently captured a video of an enormous alligator wandering about a golf course at Stonegate Oaks in Kissimmee. The alligator can be seen walking a few yards at a time before then deciding to lay down and take a break in the spring sunshine. (Credit: Shirley Schultz)
Kissimmee mayor addresses search for police chief
Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa gave updates to the media on Thursday morning about the continued search for the city's next police chief. The search is down to two individuals ? retired Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolon and current Clermont Police Chief Charles "Chuck" Broadway. Kissimmee City Manager Mike Steigerwald said he will make the final decision on the new chief in the coming weeks. Robert Anzueto, from the Orange County Sheriff's Office, was named interim police chief in October, but will return to his previous department this month. Wilson Mu?oz will serve as the acting police chief during the final transition period. The search for the new chief comes after the former police chief and the deputy chief resigned following an investigation into a 2023 use-of-force case, as well as allegations of "systemic issues" within the department.
Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa gave updates to the media on Thursday morning about the continued search for the city's next police chief. The search is down to two individuals ? retired Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolon and current Clermont Police Chief Charles "Chuck" Broadway. Kissimmee City Manager Mike Steigerwald said he will make the final decision on the new chief in the coming weeks. Robert Anzueto, from the Orange County Sheriff's Office, was named interim police chief in October, but will return to his previous department this month. Wilson Mu?oz will serve as the acting police chief during the final transition period. The search for the new chief comes after the former police chief and the deputy chief resigned following an investigation into a 2023 use-of-force case, as well as allegations of "systemic issues" within the department.
Florida dad charged after letting unlicensed son drive family car involved in deadly crash: Records
The father of a Florida teen accused of causing a deadly crash in 2023 has been charged with several counts of manslaughter related to that crash, according to court records.
The father of a Florida teen accused of causing a deadly crash in 2023 has been charged with several counts of manslaughter related to that crash, according to court records.
Man set on fire by Taser sues Florida sheriff's office, deputies over use of force: court records
A Florida man who was set on fire by a Taser at a gas station has filed a lawsuit against the Osceola County Sheriff's Office, alleging the agency used excessive resources to target bikers for minor traffic violations.
A Florida man who was set on fire by a Taser at a gas station has filed a lawsuit against the Osceola County Sheriff's Office, alleging the agency used excessive resources to target bikers for minor traffic violations.
Police searching for missing Florida woman with dementia
Police said they are searching for an 81-year-old woman with dementia who is missing from Florida.
Police said they are searching for an 81-year-old woman with dementia who is missing from Florida.
Crews to break ground on 2 Habitat for Humanity homes
Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando and Osceola County are taking on a new challenge by building two homes at the same time as part of their Builder Blitz 2025.
Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando and Osceola County are taking on a new challenge by building two homes at the same time as part of their Builder Blitz 2025.
Cold weather shelters activated across Central Florida
This cold weather will be sticking around all day and into the night, which leaves those without a place to warm up in a dangerous position.
This cold weather will be sticking around all day and into the night, which leaves those without a place to warm up in a dangerous position.
Bond denied for celebratory gunfire death suspect
A judge denied bond for the next two days for the man accused of killing a woman by shooting into the air to celebrate the New Year.
A judge denied bond for the next two days for the man accused of killing a woman by shooting into the air to celebrate the New Year.
Police give update on arrest made in celebratory gunfire death
The Kissimmee Police Department gave an update Friday after the arrest of Carlos Tejada, 44, on charges of manslaughter by culpable negligence. The arrest comes after 56-year-old Carmen Neira Ochoa was killed by celebratory gunfire in the early hours of Jan. 1.
The Kissimmee Police Department gave an update Friday after the arrest of Carlos Tejada, 44, on charges of manslaughter by culpable negligence. The arrest comes after 56-year-old Carmen Neira Ochoa was killed by celebratory gunfire in the early hours of Jan. 1.
Local flower shop raises funds for California wildfire victims
A local business in Kissimmee is looking to raise money for people in Southern California who have lost everything in the fires.
A local business in Kissimmee is looking to raise money for people in Southern California who have lost everything in the fires.
Man arrested in stabbing over pizza delivery tip
A second person is behind bars after a pregnant woman was reportedly stabbed because of a bad tip.
A second person is behind bars after a pregnant woman was reportedly stabbed because of a bad tip.
Man on tourist visa arrested in deadly Florida hotel beating
A man is behind bars after being accused of beating another man to death with a fire extinguisher in Kissimmee.
A man is behind bars after being accused of beating another man to death with a fire extinguisher in Kissimmee.
Grand opening for new Addition Financial Credit Union branch
Students at Osceola High School soon will be running a new Addition Financial Credit Union branch on campus.
Students at Osceola High School soon will be running a new Addition Financial Credit Union branch on campus.
Florida family finds bullet holes, shattered windows in Kissimmee home
ily in Kissimmee made a disturbing discovery on New Year's Day when they found shattered windows and bullet holes inside their home.
ily in Kissimmee made a disturbing discovery on New Year's Day when they found shattered windows and bullet holes inside their home.
Police: 1 shot, killed in New Year's Eve celebratory gunfire in Florida
A mother and grandmother was watching fireworks from her back patio when she was shot and killed by what is believed to be celebratory gunfire, according to police and her family.
A mother and grandmother was watching fireworks from her back patio when she was shot and killed by what is believed to be celebratory gunfire, according to police and her family.
Florida grandma shot, killed by stray bullet watching New Year's fireworks: 'A hard-working mother'
A family in Florida is grieving the loss of their mother and grandmother, who was hit by a stray bullet while watching New Year's fireworks from her backyard patio.
A family in Florida is grieving the loss of their mother and grandmother, who was hit by a stray bullet while watching New Year's fireworks from her backyard patio.
Police: Florida man arrested for slamming dog into concrete over bathroom incident
Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez hosted a press conference Monday afternoon to discuss the arrest of Marco Zuluaga, who is being accused of animal cruelty.
Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez hosted a press conference Monday afternoon to discuss the arrest of Marco Zuluaga, who is being accused of animal cruelty.
Where are the Country Thunder refunds?
It's been two-and-one-half months since Hurricane Milton forced organizers to cancel the festival in Kissimmee, and people say they're still waiting on refunds.
It's been two-and-one-half months since Hurricane Milton forced organizers to cancel the festival in Kissimmee, and people say they're still waiting on refunds.
Police: Florida woman charged in 5-year-old stepson's drowning in man-made ditch
Osceola county stepmother Cheyenne Star Fite, 25, is facing charges after her husband's 5-year-old son drowned in a man-made ditch.
Osceola county stepmother Cheyenne Star Fite, 25, is facing charges after her husband's 5-year-old son drowned in a man-made ditch.
Sheriff: 18-year-old student arrested after bringing gun to Florida school
Kori McBride, 18, was arrested Tuesday following a lockdown at Poinciana High School in Osceola County.
Kori McBride, 18, was arrested Tuesday following a lockdown at Poinciana High School in Osceola County.