Is the viral 'doorkick' challenge dangerous? Sheriff gives warning
After teens were caught on video kicking in doors in Deltona, leading to one arrest, authorities are warning the viral "door kicking" challenge is dangerous. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood believes if these incidents continue, someone could die, FOX 35's Chris Lindsay reported.
After teens were caught on video kicking in doors in Deltona, leading to one arrest, authorities are warning the viral "door kicking" challenge is dangerous. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood believes if these incidents continue, someone could die, FOX 35's Chris Lindsay reported.
2 suspects sought in Orange City jewelry heist attempt
Two masked men are being sought as suspects in a robbery attempt in Orange City. This happened on May 13, in which several people were sprayed with bear mace. Though nothing was stolen, police are searching for the two people involved.
Two masked men are being sought as suspects in a robbery attempt in Orange City. This happened on May 13, in which several people were sprayed with bear mace. Though nothing was stolen, police are searching for the two people involved.
Volusia County Sheriff on deputy involved shooting, 1 dead | FULL
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | In a May 11 press conference, Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood provided a six-hour timeline in which law enforcement pursued a suspect who was reportedly speeding, running red lights and almost hit a pedestrian. The chase ended after the suspect was shot by a deputy in a DeLand Walmart parking lot.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | In a May 11 press conference, Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood provided a six-hour timeline in which law enforcement pursued a suspect who was reportedly speeding, running red lights and almost hit a pedestrian. The chase ended after the suspect was shot by a deputy in a DeLand Walmart parking lot.
Caller reports driver speeding, running red light in DeLand
A 911 call reveals a suspect ran multiple red lights and almost 'T-boned" a driver on streets in DeLand on May 9. These events took place before the driver was killed in a deputy-involved shooting later that night.
A 911 call reveals a suspect ran multiple red lights and almost 'T-boned" a driver on streets in DeLand on May 9. These events took place before the driver was killed in a deputy-involved shooting later that night.
Body cam footage shows a deputy-involved deadly shooting
The Volusia County Sheriff's Office released a deputy's body camera footage showing the deadly shooting of a suspect on May 9. The sheriff's office said the suspect attempted to drive at the deputy before the deputy fired one shot into the windshield, killing the suspect.
The Volusia County Sheriff's Office released a deputy's body camera footage showing the deadly shooting of a suspect on May 9. The sheriff's office said the suspect attempted to drive at the deputy before the deputy fired one shot into the windshield, killing the suspect.
Severe storms disrupt Welcome To Rockville festival, damage reported across Central Florida
Severe thunderstorms swept across Central Florida on Friday evening, bringing hail, strong winds, lightning and heavy rain that temporarily halted the Welcome To Rockville music festival in Daytona Beach.
Severe thunderstorms swept across Central Florida on Friday evening, bringing hail, strong winds, lightning and heavy rain that temporarily halted the Welcome To Rockville music festival in Daytona Beach.
Florida man faked blindness to collect nearly $245,000 in VA benefits, feds say
Federal prosecutors say a Florida man fraudulently collected hundreds of thousands of dollars in veterans disability benefits by falsely claiming he was legally blind, federal prosecutors said.
Federal prosecutors say a Florida man fraudulently collected hundreds of thousands of dollars in veterans disability benefits by falsely claiming he was legally blind, federal prosecutors said.
Welcome to Rockville 2026: How to stay cool as sweltering heat hits Daytona Beach
With temperatures in the upper 90s for Welcome to Rockville 2026, attendees are looking for ways to stay cool. Medical staff are on standby while the event offers free water.
With temperatures in the upper 90s for Welcome to Rockville 2026, attendees are looking for ways to stay cool. Medical staff are on standby while the event offers free water.
Daytona Beach City Manager's contract extended: Here's why
On May 6, city commissioners voted in favor of extending City Manager Deric Feacher's contract. Feacher's current contract was set to expire this month. Some commissioners argued that the spending issues began before he took over the position, while others argued it's his job to uncover when policies aren't being followed, FOX 35's Chancelor Winn reported.
On May 6, city commissioners voted in favor of extending City Manager Deric Feacher's contract. Feacher's current contract was set to expire this month. Some commissioners argued that the spending issues began before he took over the position, while others argued it's his job to uncover when policies aren't being followed, FOX 35's Chancelor Winn reported.
Fire crews put out DeLand scrapyard fire: Cause unknown
Five fire crews responded to a fire at the Central Florida Recycling center. No one was injured, and the cause of the fire is still unknown. The fire is under investigation but responders say they may never find the exact cause.
Five fire crews responded to a fire at the Central Florida Recycling center. No one was injured, and the cause of the fire is still unknown. The fire is under investigation but responders say they may never find the exact cause.
Welcome to Rockville kicks off in Daytona Beach: Know before you go
Tens of thousands of rock fans are descending on the Daytona International Speedway for the 2026 Welcome to Rockville festival, but they’ll be met with more than just heavy metal. With record heat and high-tech security measures in place, preparation is the headliner for this year’s opening day.
Tens of thousands of rock fans are descending on the Daytona International Speedway for the 2026 Welcome to Rockville festival, but they’ll be met with more than just heavy metal. With record heat and high-tech security measures in place, preparation is the headliner for this year’s opening day.
DeLand fire crews fight scrapyard fire; Residents urged to stay inside
City officials in DeLand are warning residents to stay indoors and keep their windows closed after a scrapyard fire broke out Wednesday afternoon at the Central Florida Recycling Center.
City officials in DeLand are warning residents to stay indoors and keep their windows closed after a scrapyard fire broke out Wednesday afternoon at the Central Florida Recycling Center.
Months of recovery for Leesburg family after deadly crash on SR 40
A "quick getaway" took a tragic turn as a Leesburg family of five was involved in a head-on collision on Florida-40 in Volusia County. Following the May 4 crash, three people in the second vehicle died, while the family of five is in the hospital recovering.
A "quick getaway" took a tragic turn as a Leesburg family of five was involved in a head-on collision on Florida-40 in Volusia County. Following the May 4 crash, three people in the second vehicle died, while the family of five is in the hospital recovering.
Problematic spending in Daytona? Officials under criminal investigation
After problematic spending through the use of city-issued purchasing cards were identified in a Daytona Beach audit, officials met to discuss a criminal investigation. Now, prosecutors are requiring access to all emails, texts and communication of several city leaders.
After problematic spending through the use of city-issued purchasing cards were identified in a Daytona Beach audit, officials met to discuss a criminal investigation. Now, prosecutors are requiring access to all emails, texts and communication of several city leaders.
Feral hogs in Edgewater? City poses solutions to fix 'worsening' issue
Feral hogs continue to be a growing nuisance for residents in Edgewater, tearing through yards and leaving behind costly damage. The issue was addressed during a city meeting Monday night, May 4, where leaders discussed ongoing concerns – particularly in the Florida Shores area.
Feral hogs continue to be a growing nuisance for residents in Edgewater, tearing through yards and leaving behind costly damage. The issue was addressed during a city meeting Monday night, May 4, where leaders discussed ongoing concerns – particularly in the Florida Shores area.
Man arrested for setting fire to Sanford temple, high-speed chase, officials say
A man is in custody after officials said he set a Sanford Buddhist temple on fire before leading them on a high-speed chase that spanned several counties.
A man is in custody after officials said he set a Sanford Buddhist temple on fire before leading them on a high-speed chase that spanned several counties.
Winter Park armed carjacking leads to police chase on I-4
A driver is in custody after Winter Park Police responded to a reported armed carjacking that turned into a 30-mile chase. The chase ended near mile marker 112, where the individual was taken into custody, police said.
A driver is in custody after Winter Park Police responded to a reported armed carjacking that turned into a 30-mile chase. The chase ended near mile marker 112, where the individual was taken into custody, police said.
Woman scammed out of $34K for fake Kenny Chesney tour
A group contacted a Florida woman who commented on a song post, offering her to be an investor for Kenny Chesney concerts, an arrest report said. Now, Volusia County deputies mailed checks, but was soon out over $34,000.
A group contacted a Florida woman who commented on a song post, offering her to be an investor for Kenny Chesney concerts, an arrest report said. Now, Volusia County deputies mailed checks, but was soon out over $34,000.
New Smyrna resident build custom wall to protect against erosion
Oceanfront property owners are paying out of pocket to build a coquina rock seawall designed to reduce erosion and restore dunes. The project comes after Hurricanes Ian and Nicole destroyed existing dunes and damaged properties.
Oceanfront property owners are paying out of pocket to build a coquina rock seawall designed to reduce erosion and restore dunes. The project comes after Hurricanes Ian and Nicole destroyed existing dunes and damaged properties.
Video: Deputies respond to driver hitting child with car on beach
A three-year-old child is recovering after being hit by a jeep driver on the beach. The driver, Brock Winkler, 36, of Lakeland, is accused of having several alcoholic beverages before getting behind the wheel. In released body camera footage, Winkler could be seen telling deputies he wasn't driving anywhere.
A three-year-old child is recovering after being hit by a jeep driver on the beach. The driver, Brock Winkler, 36, of Lakeland, is accused of having several alcoholic beverages before getting behind the wheel. In released body camera footage, Winkler could be seen telling deputies he wasn't driving anywhere.