Refunds are rolling out for canceled music festival, Country Thunder 2024
Refunds are underway for Country Thunder Florida 2024 ticket holders after the festival's cancelation due to Hurricane Milton, organizers announced.
Refunds are underway for Country Thunder Florida 2024 ticket holders after the festival's cancelation due to Hurricane Milton, organizers announced.
Florida deputy Taser fire trial: Day 2
A former Osceola County deputy is accused of culpable negligence after Tasing a suspect near a gas station, which ignited and caused severe burned to the suspect. Here is an update on the second day of trial.
A former Osceola County deputy is accused of culpable negligence after Tasing a suspect near a gas station, which ignited and caused severe burned to the suspect. Here is an update on the second day of trial.
5-year-old drowns at park in Kissimmee, officials say
A 5-year-old boy with autism died earlier this week after he went missing and was found in a nearby pond at a park in Kissimmee, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said. It is the second drowning incident involving a child with autism this week in Central Florida.
A 5-year-old boy with autism died earlier this week after he went missing and was found in a nearby pond at a park in Kissimmee, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said. It is the second drowning incident involving a child with autism this week in Central Florida.
Trial begins for Florida deputy accused of setting man on fire with Taser at Wawa
The incident occurred after Osceola County deputies tracked Barreto-Baerga to a Wawa gas station in Orange County, accusing him of reckless driving on a motorcycle.
The incident occurred after Osceola County deputies tracked Barreto-Baerga to a Wawa gas station in Orange County, accusing him of reckless driving on a motorcycle.
Deputy accused of setting suspect on fire: Jury selection begins
A former Osceola County deputy is facing a misdemeanor charger after he allegedly deployed a Taser against a suspect at a gas station, which ignited and set the man on fire. That man suffered burns to more than 75% of his body, attorneys said.
A former Osceola County deputy is facing a misdemeanor charger after he allegedly deployed a Taser against a suspect at a gas station, which ignited and set the man on fire. That man suffered burns to more than 75% of his body, attorneys said.
Casey Anthony trial judge reacts to Kissimmee Police credibility allegations: '5-alarm dumpster fire'
Retired Judge Belvin Perry, who presided over the infamous Casey Anthony case, said the credibility concerns within the Kissimmee Police Department also raise concerns about its investigation and could affect the state's prosecution efforts.
Retired Judge Belvin Perry, who presided over the infamous Casey Anthony case, said the credibility concerns within the Kissimmee Police Department also raise concerns about its investigation and could affect the state's prosecution efforts.
How will Kissimmee police issues affect current cases?
The interim police chief of the Kissimmee Police Department said he's ordered a review of several cases currently under police investigation after the agency's department, including its officers and former chief, have had their credibility questioned. A grand jury found Kissimmee Police had a "culture of silence." "This presents a five-alarm dumpster fire," said former Ninth Circuit Chief Judge Belvin Perry, who presided over the Casey Anthony case.
The interim police chief of the Kissimmee Police Department said he's ordered a review of several cases currently under police investigation after the agency's department, including its officers and former chief, have had their credibility questioned. A grand jury found Kissimmee Police had a "culture of silence." "This presents a five-alarm dumpster fire," said former Ninth Circuit Chief Judge Belvin Perry, who presided over the Casey Anthony case.
Kissimmee police investigation: Lying, silence, failures, officials say
Questions about a use-of-force case and a Kissimmee Police Officer's alleged actions have possibly exposed serious concerns and issues within the Kissimmee Police Department, according to a grand jury's recommendations. Kissimmee's Police Chief and Deputy Chief resigned amid the investigation and were immediately replaced, and nine other officers, sergeants, and deputies are under investigation for allegations of being untruthful and misconduct.
Questions about a use-of-force case and a Kissimmee Police Officer's alleged actions have possibly exposed serious concerns and issues within the Kissimmee Police Department, according to a grand jury's recommendations. Kissimmee's Police Chief and Deputy Chief resigned amid the investigation and were immediately replaced, and nine other officers, sergeants, and deputies are under investigation for allegations of being untruthful and misconduct.
Bondsman accused of human trafficking faces judge for first time
Russell Moncrief, a 75-year-old bail bondsman accused of trading bonds for sexual favors, appeared before a judge on Wednesday.
Russell Moncrief, a 75-year-old bail bondsman accused of trading bonds for sexual favors, appeared before a judge on Wednesday.
Central Florida bail bondsman arrested on human trafficking charges
A bail bondsman from Central Florida has been arrested on charges of human trafficking, accused of bonding women out of jail in exchange for sex.
A bail bondsman from Central Florida has been arrested on charges of human trafficking, accused of bonding women out of jail in exchange for sex.
Missing 15-year-old in Osceola County found safe, 'in good health'
A 15-year-old girl is missing in Osceola County. Authorities are searching for Rosie Cristo.
A 15-year-old girl is missing in Osceola County. Authorities are searching for Rosie Cristo.
Madeline Soto case: Alleged killer Stephan Sterns secretly filmed naked roommate, officials say
Kissimmee police have revealed new information in the ongoing investigation into the murder of Madeline “Maddie" Soto, who authorities believe was killed by Stephan Sterns.
Kissimmee police have revealed new information in the ongoing investigation into the murder of Madeline “Maddie" Soto, who authorities believe was killed by Stephan Sterns.
SUV crashes into house, driver flees scene; homeowner grateful no one was hurt
Dramatic video shows the moment an SUV careened off Neptune Road onto Kings Highway, slamming into the front of a home and leaving a massive hole in its side.
Dramatic video shows the moment an SUV careened off Neptune Road onto Kings Highway, slamming into the front of a home and leaving a massive hole in its side.
Key 2024 election dates to remember for Florida voters ahead of November
Florida voters should keep a few key dates in mind as the November election approaches.
Florida voters should keep a few key dates in mind as the November election approaches.
When do Florida schools open again after Hurricane Milton? See the list
Here's when Florida schools go back to class after Hurricane Milton.
Here's when Florida schools go back to class after Hurricane Milton.
Osceola woman found guilty in 2023 attempted murder of boyfriends two children
More than a year later, 40-year-old Doris Espinoza-Rodriguez was found guilty by an Osceola County jury on two counts of Attempted Second-Degree Murder with a Weapon, Aggravated Child Abuse with a Weapon, and Felony Battery.
More than a year later, 40-year-old Doris Espinoza-Rodriguez was found guilty by an Osceola County jury on two counts of Attempted Second-Degree Murder with a Weapon, Aggravated Child Abuse with a Weapon, and Felony Battery.
Florida man shot, killed wife while kids were inside the home, officers say
Two boys ran to a neighbor's house after their dad allegedly shot and killed their mother inside their home in St. Cloud, Florida. Their dad is now charged with first-degree murder in his wife's death.
Two boys ran to a neighbor's house after their dad allegedly shot and killed their mother inside their home in St. Cloud, Florida. Their dad is now charged with first-degree murder in his wife's death.
Madeline Soto: Bombshell documents reveal how Stephan Sterns might have allegedly killed teen, dumped her body
New documents shed light on how Madeline Soto's body got to the rural location it was eventually found at, and, ultimately, how she died.
New documents shed light on how Madeline Soto's body got to the rural location it was eventually found at, and, ultimately, how she died.
Florida dad abandons daughter, 10, on 'dangerous' Kissimmee road after late-night spat: sheriff
A Florida man is behind bars after deputies said he left his young daughter on the side of a road in Osceola County and took off overnight.
A Florida man is behind bars after deputies said he left his young daughter on the side of a road in Osceola County and took off overnight.
Madeline Soto update: Marcos Lopez, Osceola County Sheriff, faces $500 fine over posting investigative photo
The State Attorney's office is questioning Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez's truthfulness about a photo posted online of Madeline Soto's lifeless body.
The State Attorney's office is questioning Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez's truthfulness about a photo posted online of Madeline Soto's lifeless body.