Lightning strike destroys woman’s home days after husband’s death
A Marion County woman says lightning destroyed her home just days after her husband of more than 50 years died, leaving her family with little more than the clothes they were wearing.
A Marion County woman says lightning destroyed her home just days after her husband of more than 50 years died, leaving her family with little more than the clothes they were wearing.
Cocoa dog owner jailed after fatal mauling of neighbor
The owner of two dogs accused of fatally mauling a woman in a Cocoa neighborhood is now behind bars facing a manslaughter charge, authorities said.
The owner of two dogs accused of fatally mauling a woman in a Cocoa neighborhood is now behind bars facing a manslaughter charge, authorities said.
Man found dead inside burning home in Kissimmee
Authorities are investigating after a man was found dead inside a burning home in Kissimmee.
Authorities are investigating after a man was found dead inside a burning home in Kissimmee.
DeSantis pushes plan to sharply cut Florida property taxes
Florida homeowners could soon see major reductions in their property tax bills under a proposal unveiled Wednesday by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Florida homeowners could soon see major reductions in their property tax bills under a proposal unveiled Wednesday by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Tracy Ocasio search: 17 years later, high-tech teams hit Lake Apopka waters to look for missing Ocoee woman
It has been 17 years since Tracy Ocasio walked out of a MetroWest bar and vanished into the night. For her family, it has been nearly two decades of silence, courtroom battles, and a search that never truly ends.
It has been 17 years since Tracy Ocasio walked out of a MetroWest bar and vanished into the night. For her family, it has been nearly two decades of silence, courtroom battles, and a search that never truly ends.
Sonar teams search Lake Apopka for Tracy Ocasio
It has been 17 years since Tracy Ocasio walked out of a MetroWest bar and vanished into the night. For her family, it has been nearly two decades of silence, courtroom battles, and a search that never truly ends. But Ocoee Police said this is not a cold case. And now a new high-tech partnership is taking the active investigation into Central Florida's waters, searching for the answers that have eluded detectives.
It has been 17 years since Tracy Ocasio walked out of a MetroWest bar and vanished into the night. For her family, it has been nearly two decades of silence, courtroom battles, and a search that never truly ends. But Ocoee Police said this is not a cold case. And now a new high-tech partnership is taking the active investigation into Central Florida's waters, searching for the answers that have eluded detectives.
Deadly Cocoa dog attack: Arrest made in neighbor's mauling death
A Florida woman has been arrested on a manslaughter charge after authorities said her dogs escaped repeatedly from her yard before fatally mauling a neighbor earlier this month.
A Florida woman has been arrested on a manslaughter charge after authorities said her dogs escaped repeatedly from her yard before fatally mauling a neighbor earlier this month.
Charges dropped against woman first arrested in deadly I-4 crash
Charges have been dropped against a woman who spent 13 days in jail after Florida Highway Patrol troopers arrested her in connection with a deadly hit-and-run crash on Interstate 4.
Charges have been dropped against a woman who spent 13 days in jail after Florida Highway Patrol troopers arrested her in connection with a deadly hit-and-run crash on Interstate 4.
Restoration project adds eelgrass plants to East Lake Toho
More than 250,000 eelgrass plants have been added to East Lake Tohopekaliga as part of a large-scale restoration project aimed at improving water quality and supporting wildlife in Central Florida.
More than 250,000 eelgrass plants have been added to East Lake Tohopekaliga as part of a large-scale restoration project aimed at improving water quality and supporting wildlife in Central Florida.
Babysitter arrested after child with autism found near busy road
An Orange County babysitter was arrested after deputies said a nonverbal child with autism was found alone near a busy road.
An Orange County babysitter was arrested after deputies said a nonverbal child with autism was found alone near a busy road.
DeSantis pushes proposal to phase out Florida property taxes
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is calling lawmakers back to Tallahassee for a special session next week to consider a proposal that could eventually eliminate property taxes for many homeowners.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is calling lawmakers back to Tallahassee for a special session next week to consider a proposal that could eventually eliminate property taxes for many homeowners.
Orange County commissioner proposes exotic animal ban after sloth deaths
An Orange County commissioner is calling for stricter local rules on exotic animals after dozens of sloths died at a Central Florida attraction. Commissioner Nicole Wilson is urging the county to consider a ban on importing exotic wildlife for commercial entertainment following a FOX 35 investigation into Sloth World, where 55 sloths reportedly died.
An Orange County commissioner is calling for stricter local rules on exotic animals after dozens of sloths died at a Central Florida attraction. Commissioner Nicole Wilson is urging the county to consider a ban on importing exotic wildlife for commercial entertainment following a FOX 35 investigation into Sloth World, where 55 sloths reportedly died.
Search underway for Gainesville homicide suspect
Authorities in Volusia and Alachua counties continued searching Wednesday for a man accused of fatally shooting a woman in Gainesville before leading police on a chase to Daytona Beach and fleeing on foot. Investigators identified the suspect as 31-year-old Xavion Perry III, who is accused of killing a 23-year-old woman Tuesday night at a condominium complex in Gainesville.
Authorities in Volusia and Alachua counties continued searching Wednesday for a man accused of fatally shooting a woman in Gainesville before leading police on a chase to Daytona Beach and fleeing on foot. Investigators identified the suspect as 31-year-old Xavion Perry III, who is accused of killing a 23-year-old woman Tuesday night at a condominium complex in Gainesville.
Road rage dispute leads to shooting at Palm Coast McDonald’s
A 61-year-old man was hospitalized in critical condition after a road rage dispute ended in a shooting at a McDonald’s drive-thru in Palm Coast, authorities said.
A 61-year-old man was hospitalized in critical condition after a road rage dispute ended in a shooting at a McDonald’s drive-thru in Palm Coast, authorities said.
Teen accused in stepsister’s cruise ship death released pending trial
A 16-year-old charged as an adult in the death of his stepsister on a family cruise will remain out of custody while awaiting trial, despite prosecutors arguing he is a danger to the community and a flight risk. Timothy Hudson is accused of raping and killing Anna Kepner last year while they were aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship and sharing a cabin, according to court records discussed during a Wednesday hearing in Miami.
A 16-year-old charged as an adult in the death of his stepsister on a family cruise will remain out of custody while awaiting trial, despite prosecutors arguing he is a danger to the community and a flight risk. Timothy Hudson is accused of raping and killing Anna Kepner last year while they were aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship and sharing a cabin, according to court records discussed during a Wednesday hearing in Miami.
Daytona Beach Police search for murder suspect | FULL
Daytona Beach police are searching for a murder suspect that fled Alachua County. The suspect, identified as Xavion Perry III, was spotted by officers Tuesday night, May 26.
Daytona Beach police are searching for a murder suspect that fled Alachua County. The suspect, identified as Xavion Perry III, was spotted by officers Tuesday night, May 26.
Anna Kepner update: Teen charged with killing stepsister remains with family before trial
Timothy Hudson, the teen charged in the death of his stepsister on a Carnival cruise ship, is allowed to remain in the custody of his family before his jury trial.
Timothy Hudson, the teen charged in the death of his stepsister on a Carnival cruise ship, is allowed to remain in the custody of his family before his jury trial.
Winter Garden holiday house returns after code dispute
A Winter Garden home known for its elaborate holiday displays will return this year after months of zoning and permit disputes with Orange County officials.
A Winter Garden home known for its elaborate holiday displays will return this year after months of zoning and permit disputes with Orange County officials.
Police investigate illegal dumping into Titusville storm drain
Titusville police are investigating after surveillance video showed two men dumping an unknown liquid into a storm drain in a residential neighborhood.
Titusville police are investigating after surveillance video showed two men dumping an unknown liquid into a storm drain in a residential neighborhood.
Brevard Sheriff's Office to take over security at 3 Palm Bay schools
Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey says there is no way on “God's green earth” he's going to let one school go uncovered.
Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey says there is no way on “God's green earth” he's going to let one school go uncovered.