Florida comfort K9 awarded with check
Oviedo Police Comfort K9 Xander was presented with a check from the Aftermath K9 grant program on Monday. Xander, a comfort K9 at Lawton Chiles Middle School recently placed 2nd for the Aftermath K9 grant, awarded in June. Xander and his handler SRO Ashley Pierce were in a competition against K9s across the country to win this grant. The grant helps to maintain the comfort K9 program for the police department. Xander is a beloved staple at Lawton Chiles Middle School
Sanford responds to cancellation of events
The City of Sanford has issued a statement after two popular restaurants announced they would cancel events this year.
Oktoberfest won't be the same in Sanford
A popular restaurant in Sanford said it won't be having its own Oktoberfest celebration this year due to high costs.
Oktoberfest won't be the same in Sanford
A popular restaurant in Sanford said it won't be having its own Oktoberfest celebration this year due to high costs.
Sanford man accused of killing cousin
Police are searching for a man who witnesses say shot and killed his cousin over a dispute about a woman
Hollerbach's shifts Octoberfest plans
Hollerbach’s German Restaurant announced Friday it will not be hosting its own Oktoberfest celebration. Hollerbach’s posted on Facebook it will instead participate in other local Oktoberfest celebrations. Those are spread across places like Lake Mary, Lake Nona and Mount Dora.
Florida deputy accused of sexual battery
A Seminole County Sheriff's Office deputy was arrested after he allegedly inappropriately touched a woman he pulled over.
High schools bring practice inside amid heat
Intense heat across Central Florida is forcing high schools to conduct shorter practices and more
Seminole Animal Shelter running out of space
The Seminole County Animal Shelter is packed and it needs help adopting out pets.
Father arrested after kids die in crash
A Sanford father was arrested after he was driving a dirt bike with his kids on it, crashing into a truck, killing them.
Woman threw boiling water on sleeping man
A Sanford woman is facing charges after she allegedly threw a pot of boiling water on her sister's sleeping boyfriend
Mail being swiped in Altamonte Springs
Businesses in Altamonte Springs are out of thousands after someone stole a master key. About 10 businesses have been getting checks stolen since January when the key was stolen. One business owner said about $100,000 is unaccounted for.
Teen wanted for Sanford deadly shooting
Sanford Police are searching for an 18-year-old who allegedly shot and killed a man during a dispute last Saturday
Recycling pileup thanks to driver shortage
A shortage of commercially licensed drivers is causing recycling in Altamonte Springs to pile up.
Full event: Self-driving buses testing in FL
The City of Altamonte Springs announced Monday that it has partnered with BEEP to bring autonomous buses to the city, part of a three-year pilot program.
'Grabbed them and ran': Kids saved from fire
A woman was awarded for her bravery by the Oviedo Fire Department after she saved two children from a burning vehicle. In May, Suzanne Matos was heading to Dillard's at the Oviedo Mall when she saw a car on fire with two children inside. She ran over to help and brought the children to safety. "As soon as I grabbed the younger one, the car was already in flames inside. At that point, your adrenaline is kicking in," said Suzanne Matos. "Out of instinct I just grabbed them and ran."
Lightning strike sparks house fire
A lightning strike may have sparked a house fire in Central Florida on Tuesday evening, leaving a family without a home, officials confirmed.
Drivers crashes into home after traffic stop
A driver crashed into a home when they allegedly tried to flee a traffic stop.
Red Hot & Boom survives weather alert
Red Hot & Boom started on time after Cranes Roost Park was placed under a weather advisory. About 250,000 people were expected in the area to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday on Monday night.
Red Hot & Boom fireworks show 2023
About 250,000 people attended Red Hot & Boom at Cranes Roost Park in Altamonte Springs on Monday to celebrate the Fourth of July.