Florida sheriff responds to sergeant's arrest after trying to kiss woman, shove husband
A sergeant with the Volusia Sheriff's Office has resigned after he was reportedly intoxicated a New Smyrna Beach bar when he tried to kiss a 71-year-old woman and then push her 77-year-old husband. Sheriff Mike Chitwood reported the former sergeant checked himself into rehab.
A sergeant with the Volusia Sheriff's Office has resigned after he was reportedly intoxicated a New Smyrna Beach bar when he tried to kiss a 71-year-old woman and then push her 77-year-old husband. Sheriff Mike Chitwood reported the former sergeant checked himself into rehab.
Daytona Beach Shores moves to rename city to 'The Shores'
Officials say for years, residents and businesses have asked when they can officially drop "Daytona Beach" from the city's name. A 30-day city-facilitated survey brought in nearly 550 responses, with a whopping 66 percent voting "yes" to the change.
Officials say for years, residents and businesses have asked when they can officially drop "Daytona Beach" from the city's name. A 30-day city-facilitated survey brought in nearly 550 responses, with a whopping 66 percent voting "yes" to the change.
Caught on camera: Speeding Florida deputy loses control, crashes into pond
Dash camera footage captured the moment a Volusia County deputy sped through an off-ramp on I-95, speeding at 95 mph, before crashing into a pond. Florida Highway Patrol reported the deputy lost control on the road.
Dash camera footage captured the moment a Volusia County deputy sped through an off-ramp on I-95, speeding at 95 mph, before crashing into a pond. Florida Highway Patrol reported the deputy lost control on the road.
Volusia sergeant arrested after intoxicated bar fight, sheriff says
An off-duty Volusia Sheriff’s sergeant was arrested following a reported intoxicated altercation with a couple at a bar in New Smyrna Beach. The Volusia Sheriff's Office reported 44-year-old Jason Stickels attacked a 71-year-old woman and then turned on her 77-year-old husband when he tried to intervene.
An off-duty Volusia Sheriff’s sergeant was arrested following a reported intoxicated altercation with a couple at a bar in New Smyrna Beach. The Volusia Sheriff's Office reported 44-year-old Jason Stickels attacked a 71-year-old woman and then turned on her 77-year-old husband when he tried to intervene.
Florida lifeguard recalls beach rescue after struck by lightning
Ormond Beach lifeguard Damien Curry is recovering after a "traumatic" experience after his truck was hit by lighting. His hand was on his truck when this occurred. Despite the pain he was in, Curry recalled helping a blind woman to safety before taking a trip to the hospital himself.
Ormond Beach lifeguard Damien Curry is recovering after a "traumatic" experience after his truck was hit by lighting. His hand was on his truck when this occurred. Despite the pain he was in, Curry recalled helping a blind woman to safety before taking a trip to the hospital himself.
Man, 60, drowns in Daytona Beach; search continues for missing teen swimmer, officials say
A 60-year-old man drowned Friday at an unguarded section of Daytona Beach, authorities said. Meanwhile, rescue crews continued searching for another missing swimmer.
A 60-year-old man drowned Friday at an unguarded section of Daytona Beach, authorities said. Meanwhile, rescue crews continued searching for another missing swimmer.
What is Lulu's Law? Shark attack alerts headed to beachgoers' phones under new Florida statute
Beachgoers in Florida will soon receive emergency alerts on their mobile phones when a shark attack occurs nearby under a new law inspired by a teenage shark attack survivor.
Beachgoers in Florida will soon receive emergency alerts on their mobile phones when a shark attack occurs nearby under a new law inspired by a teenage shark attack survivor.
First-ever Florida Spectrum Alert issued: 17-year-old boy found safe, chief says
A missing 17-year-old boy with autism has been found safe in DeLand, according to Holly Hill Police Chief Bryon Williams.
A missing 17-year-old boy with autism has been found safe in DeLand, according to Holly Hill Police Chief Bryon Williams.
Volusia County multi-agency drug bust: Criminal history of 24 in custody | FULL
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood shared details of a June 30 multi-agency operation of drug sales allegedly occurring out of a Holly Hill church.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood shared details of a June 30 multi-agency operation of drug sales allegedly occurring out of a Holly Hill church.
Multi-agency Florida drug bust: Gang headquarters raided at pastor's property
"This isn't their first rodeo." A massive, year-long multi-agency investigation into widespread overdose deaths culminated on Tuesday morning, June 30, 2026, with 50 arrest warrants issued across Volusia County.
"This isn't their first rodeo." A massive, year-long multi-agency investigation into widespread overdose deaths culminated on Tuesday morning, June 30, 2026, with 50 arrest warrants issued across Volusia County.
Officials serve 50 search warrants in drug operation investigation | FULL
FULL PRESS CONFERNENCE | A year-long investigation into a series of overdose deaths in Volusia County led to 50 arrest warrants for individuals involved in violent crimes and drug dealing, the sheriff's office said. The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office conducted “Operation Holy Rollers” early Tuesday morning, June 30 at a church in Holly Hill after several deaths were linked to drugs coming out of this property, officials said.
FULL PRESS CONFERNENCE | A year-long investigation into a series of overdose deaths in Volusia County led to 50 arrest warrants for individuals involved in violent crimes and drug dealing, the sheriff's office said. The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office conducted “Operation Holy Rollers” early Tuesday morning, June 30 at a church in Holly Hill after several deaths were linked to drugs coming out of this property, officials said.
Volusia County stepfather held without bond after alleged assault on teen
A Volusia County man was ordered held without bond after authorities accused him of threatening a teenage boy with a knife, while his wife allegedly pointed a gun at the teen after he brought their daughter home from a party.
A Volusia County man was ordered held without bond after authorities accused him of threatening a teenage boy with a knife, while his wife allegedly pointed a gun at the teen after he brought their daughter home from a party.
Parents accused of holding teen at gunpoint after daughter’s ride home, deputies say
A Florida mother and stepfather were arrested after allegedly threatening a teenage boy who had driven their daughter home from a party, authorities said.
A Florida mother and stepfather were arrested after allegedly threatening a teenage boy who had driven their daughter home from a party, authorities said.
Mother recounts hit-and-run crash that injured her and son, 8, in New Smyrna Beach
A Florida mother is sharing her story after she and her 8-year-old son were struck by a vehicle while crossing a street in New Smyrna Beach, leaving both injured and beginning what she described as a long recovery.
A Florida mother is sharing her story after she and her 8-year-old son were struck by a vehicle while crossing a street in New Smyrna Beach, leaving both injured and beginning what she described as a long recovery.
Welcome to Rockville 2027: Festival dates, tickets, lineup
Calling all rock, metal, and punk fans: the 2027 dates for the Welcome to Rockville festival have been announced.
Calling all rock, metal, and punk fans: the 2027 dates for the Welcome to Rockville festival have been announced.
Woman, child hurt in hit-and-run in marked crosswalk; Driver turns himself in, police say
A woman and boy are recovering from a hit-and-run crash that occurred at a New Smyrna Beach marked crosswalk Tuesday, police say.
A woman and boy are recovering from a hit-and-run crash that occurred at a New Smyrna Beach marked crosswalk Tuesday, police say.
Nicole Baldwin: Police draining Deltona pond in search for Lake County woman missing since 2023
The Mount Dora Police Department is conducting a new search operation as part of its ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Nicole Baldwin, who has been missing since late 2023.
The Mount Dora Police Department is conducting a new search operation as part of its ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Nicole Baldwin, who has been missing since late 2023.
Sea turtle nesting season off to record start in Volusia County
Sea turtle nesting season is off to a record start in Volusia County, with more than 700 nests counted so far and about five months still remaining in the season.
Sea turtle nesting season is off to a record start in Volusia County, with more than 700 nests counted so far and about five months still remaining in the season.
Historic start to sea turtle nesting season along Florida coast
Over 700 sea turtle nests have been documented in Volusia County beaches with over half of those nests found in New Smyrna beach. County officials have counted over 350 sea turtle nests, marking the nests wooden stakes and bright ribbon. Beach goers are asked to stay clear of the nesting areas.
Over 700 sea turtle nests have been documented in Volusia County beaches with over half of those nests found in New Smyrna beach. County officials have counted over 350 sea turtle nests, marking the nests wooden stakes and bright ribbon. Beach goers are asked to stay clear of the nesting areas.
Palm Coast man accused of having sex with 2 underage girls, authorities say
Volusia County investigators say a Palm Coast man is facing multiple charges after an investigation into allegations that he had sexual contact with two underage victims in Ormond Beach.
Volusia County investigators say a Palm Coast man is facing multiple charges after an investigation into allegations that he had sexual contact with two underage victims in Ormond Beach.