Students to race custom-built electric go-karts
Local high school students interested in future careers in STEM are heading to Daytona International Speedway on Tuesday to race their custom-built electric go-karts in a test of efficiency, thanks in part to Florida Power & Light Company (FPL). In collaboration with NASCAR, students will test their vehicles on the track and enjoy behind-the-scenes access and other educational activities at the iconic motorsport venue.
Local high school students interested in future careers in STEM are heading to Daytona International Speedway on Tuesday to race their custom-built electric go-karts in a test of efficiency, thanks in part to Florida Power & Light Company (FPL). In collaboration with NASCAR, students will test their vehicles on the track and enjoy behind-the-scenes access and other educational activities at the iconic motorsport venue.
Port Orange revitalization project
Port Orange Mayor Scott Stillner joins Good Day Orlando to discuss phase one of the city's "Down Under" revamp. The revitalization project is for one of the area's most popular business districts and includes adjustments for stormwater, parking and pedestrian safety.
Port Orange Mayor Scott Stillner joins Good Day Orlando to discuss phase one of the city's "Down Under" revamp. The revitalization project is for one of the area's most popular business districts and includes adjustments for stormwater, parking and pedestrian safety.
19-year-old shot in face in Deltona parking lot
Two teenagers are facing charges after a 19-year-old was found shot in the face in Deltona.
Two teenagers are facing charges after a 19-year-old was found shot in the face in Deltona.
Port Orange dump site causes concerns for wildlife after 2 raccoons spotted with jars stuck on their heads
A large dumping ground in Port Orange has residents concerned for wildlife after two raccoons were recently spotted wandering around with jars stuck on their heads. One of the animals later died, and the search is now on for the second raccoon, with locals remaining hopeful they can help to rescue it.
A large dumping ground in Port Orange has residents concerned for wildlife after two raccoons were recently spotted wandering around with jars stuck on their heads. One of the animals later died, and the search is now on for the second raccoon, with locals remaining hopeful they can help to rescue it.
Florida mom accused of covering up teen son’s role in Deltona stabbing
A 15-year-old boy and his mother have been arrested in connection with a stabbing that took place just south of Heritage Middle School in Deltona.
A 15-year-old boy and his mother have been arrested in connection with a stabbing that took place just south of Heritage Middle School in Deltona.
'Help me, Jesus': Florida man hits alligator on I-4, flips over bike, slides across freeway
Two motorcyclists struck a 6-foot alligator on Interstate 4 in Volusia County. Both were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries and are now recovering. They recounted the crash to FOX 35 News, describing how the unexpected encounter with the alligator threw them off their bikes.
Two motorcyclists struck a 6-foot alligator on Interstate 4 in Volusia County. Both were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries and are now recovering. They recounted the crash to FOX 35 News, describing how the unexpected encounter with the alligator threw them off their bikes.
Man charged after deadly crash in New Smyrna Beach
A man has been arrested after being accused of a deadly crash in January in New Smyrna Beach. Deputies say Mark Ruth veered off the road and onto a sidewalk, hitting a couple walking home from a music festival. The husband survived, but the wife did not.
A man has been arrested after being accused of a deadly crash in January in New Smyrna Beach. Deputies say Mark Ruth veered off the road and onto a sidewalk, hitting a couple walking home from a music festival. The husband survived, but the wife did not.
Sheriff's office helps rescue canoer after losing paddle
When a canoer overturned and lost his paddle earlier this week in the Intracoastal Waterway, Florida officials spotted him and led him to safety. The man was uninjured and said he was searching for bioluminescence.
When a canoer overturned and lost his paddle earlier this week in the Intracoastal Waterway, Florida officials spotted him and led him to safety. The man was uninjured and said he was searching for bioluminescence.
Video: Florida officials rescue canoer who overturned and lost his paddle
WATCH: When a canoer overturned and lost his paddle earlier this week in the Intracoastal Waterway, Florida officials spotted him and led him to safety.
WATCH: When a canoer overturned and lost his paddle earlier this week in the Intracoastal Waterway, Florida officials spotted him and led him to safety.
Volusia officials save canoer who overturns, loses paddle
When a canoer overturned and lost his paddle earlier this week in the Intracoastal Waterway, Florida officials spotted him and led him to safety. (Credit: Volusia Sheriff's Office)
When a canoer overturned and lost his paddle earlier this week in the Intracoastal Waterway, Florida officials spotted him and led him to safety. (Credit: Volusia Sheriff's Office)
Oceanview Avenue Beach Approach to temporarily close
To support the next phase of Volusia County?s beach restoration project in Ponce Inlet ? conducted in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Florida Inland Navigation District ? the Oceanview Avenue Beach Approach will temporarily close beginning Thursday, May 29. Starting next week, crews will begin hauling and placing sand along the coast, beginning at Sunglow Pier and continuing south to the North Jetty.
To support the next phase of Volusia County?s beach restoration project in Ponce Inlet ? conducted in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Florida Inland Navigation District ? the Oceanview Avenue Beach Approach will temporarily close beginning Thursday, May 29. Starting next week, crews will begin hauling and placing sand along the coast, beginning at Sunglow Pier and continuing south to the North Jetty.
Disabled veteran sued by HOA over flagpole for which he has permit
A Florida HOA is using a resident, a disabled veteran, over a flagpole he put up in his front yard to fly the American flag.
A Florida HOA is using a resident, a disabled veteran, over a flagpole he put up in his front yard to fly the American flag.
DeLand man arrested in shooting that injured 16-year-old
A 25-year-old DeLand man has been arrested in connection with a weekend shooting that injured a 16-year-old boy riding home from a graduation party, authorities said. Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood shared the latest updates in the investigation during a press conference on Thursday morning.
A 25-year-old DeLand man has been arrested in connection with a weekend shooting that injured a 16-year-old boy riding home from a graduation party, authorities said. Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood shared the latest updates in the investigation during a press conference on Thursday morning.
DeLand man arrested in shooting that injured 16-year-old
A 25-year-old DeLand man has been arrested in connection with a weekend shooting that injured a 16-year-old boy riding home from a graduation party, authorities said.
A 25-year-old DeLand man has been arrested in connection with a weekend shooting that injured a 16-year-old boy riding home from a graduation party, authorities said.
Florida contractor scams several victims out of thousands for Hurricane Ian repairs, police say
A Florida contractor has been sentenced after police say he scammed multiple victims out of thousands of dollars for Hurricane Ian repairs.
A Florida contractor has been sentenced after police say he scammed multiple victims out of thousands of dollars for Hurricane Ian repairs.
New video shows moments man allegedly fires gun outside DeLand bar
New surveillance footage shows the moment a man walked up to another outside a DeLand bar and allegedly pulled the trigger in a shooting police say stemmed from a $5 drink dispute.
New surveillance footage shows the moment a man walked up to another outside a DeLand bar and allegedly pulled the trigger in a shooting police say stemmed from a $5 drink dispute.
Florida teen reflects a year after being run over by lifeguard truck on Daytona Beach
One year after being run over by a lifeguard truck while sunbathing on Daytona Beach, 19-year-old Sierra Trumble says her recovery has been long, emotional and life-changing — but her spirit remains strong.
One year after being run over by a lifeguard truck while sunbathing on Daytona Beach, 19-year-old Sierra Trumble says her recovery has been long, emotional and life-changing — but her spirit remains strong.
Jellyfish sting nearly 100 beachgoers in Daytona Beach over holiday weekend
Nearly 100 people were stung by jellyfish along Daytona Beach over the Memorial Day weekend, prompting warnings from local officials and beach safety crews.
Nearly 100 people were stung by jellyfish along Daytona Beach over the Memorial Day weekend, prompting warnings from local officials and beach safety crews.
DeLand bar shooting: Florida man who fired gun over $5 beer denied bond, officials say
A Florida man was denied bond Monday morning after allegedly shooting outside a DeLand bar over a $5 drink. Calvin Gilbert, 55, faces charges including attempted first-degree murder and using a firearm while under the influence.
A Florida man was denied bond Monday morning after allegedly shooting outside a DeLand bar over a $5 drink. Calvin Gilbert, 55, faces charges including attempted first-degree murder and using a firearm while under the influence.
Man arrested in Florida beach brawl as Volusia County deputies prepare for Memorial Day weekend
As Memorial Day weekend approaches, Volusia County Beach Patrol is bracing for a surge in visitors, calling the holiday an “all hands on deck” operation. In the lead-up to the weekend, a beach incident turned violent when a man allegedly drove recklessly on the sand and got into a fight with a bystander.
As Memorial Day weekend approaches, Volusia County Beach Patrol is bracing for a surge in visitors, calling the holiday an “all hands on deck” operation. In the lead-up to the weekend, a beach incident turned violent when a man allegedly drove recklessly on the sand and got into a fight with a bystander.