Arbitrator rules Brevard Public Schools need not rehire teacher
An arbitrator has ruled that Brevard Public Schools does not have to rehire veteran teacher Melissa Calhoun, concluding a closely watched dispute over Florida’s law governing student names and pronouns.
An arbitrator has ruled that Brevard Public Schools does not have to rehire veteran teacher Melissa Calhoun, concluding a closely watched dispute over Florida’s law governing student names and pronouns.
Bodycam video shows arrest of man accused of slashing teen's throat
Newly released video shows Jermaine Long being detained by the Daytona Beach Police Department while holding a sledgehammer hours before authorities say he allegedly attacked a 13-year-old. Officers said he hit a man in the face with the sledgehammer.
Newly released video shows Jermaine Long being detained by the Daytona Beach Police Department while holding a sledgehammer hours before authorities say he allegedly attacked a 13-year-old. Officers said he hit a man in the face with the sledgehammer.
Teens accused of car break-ins crash golf cart during Port Orange chase
Police say four teenagers accused of trying to break into vehicles led officers on an unusual early-morning chase in a golf cart before crashing and attempting to flee on foot.
Police say four teenagers accused of trying to break into vehicles led officers on an unusual early-morning chase in a golf cart before crashing and attempting to flee on foot.
Sanford 7-Eleven shooting: 1 hurt as gas station
Police responded to a shooting at a Sanford 7-Eleven on West 25th Street around 1:30 p.m on Feb. 27. One victim was transported to a local hospital following the incident, though their current condition has not been released. The Sanford Police Department is currently investigating the scene to determine the circumstances surrounding the gunfire.
Police responded to a shooting at a Sanford 7-Eleven on West 25th Street around 1:30 p.m on Feb. 27. One victim was transported to a local hospital following the incident, though their current condition has not been released. The Sanford Police Department is currently investigating the scene to determine the circumstances surrounding the gunfire.
Deputies arrest driver accused of crashing into patrol cars, fleeing on I-4 in Osceola County
Osceola County deputies have arrested a man accused of crashing into patrol cars, fleeing the scene and then abandoning his car on I-4 in Kissimmee.
Osceola County deputies have arrested a man accused of crashing into patrol cars, fleeing the scene and then abandoning his car on I-4 in Kissimmee.
Delicious eats and treats at Orlando's 2026 Panda Fest
One of the biggest outdoor Asian food festivals in the U.S. is getting started this weekend. Visitors can enjoy food, art and Asian cultural traditions during Panda Fest from Feb. 27 to March 1 at Festival Park.
One of the biggest outdoor Asian food festivals in the U.S. is getting started this weekend. Visitors can enjoy food, art and Asian cultural traditions during Panda Fest from Feb. 27 to March 1 at Festival Park.
NASA announces changes to Artemis program amid Artemis II delays
NASA is making major changes to its Artemis program amid ongoing delays with the Artemis II mission.
NASA is making major changes to its Artemis program amid ongoing delays with the Artemis II mission.
Melbourne residents get relief as city plans noise barriers at water plant
After months of complaints about constant noise from a Melbourne water plant, city officials are planning temporary sound blankets and additional shrubs to reduce the disturbance. The measures could cut noise by 10 to 20 decibels while a more permanent solution is developed. Officials are still gathering quotes from vendors, and no installation timeline has been set.
After months of complaints about constant noise from a Melbourne water plant, city officials are planning temporary sound blankets and additional shrubs to reduce the disturbance. The measures could cut noise by 10 to 20 decibels while a more permanent solution is developed. Officials are still gathering quotes from vendors, and no installation timeline has been set.
AI scammers target Michigan family searching for missing Yorkie in Florida
What began as a routine rest stop during a family’s drive from Michigan to southwest Florida has turned into a multistate search for a missing 6-year-old Yorkshire terrier.
What began as a routine rest stop during a family’s drive from Michigan to southwest Florida has turned into a multistate search for a missing 6-year-old Yorkshire terrier.
Florida man denied bond after Marion County toddler’s death
A Florida man accused in the death of a toddler was denied bond, authorities said. Jeroen Jarrel Coombs, 32, was taken into custody on Feb. 19 following the death of 3-year-old Paisley Brown, his girlfriend's daughter.
A Florida man accused in the death of a toddler was denied bond, authorities said. Jeroen Jarrel Coombs, 32, was taken into custody on Feb. 19 following the death of 3-year-old Paisley Brown, his girlfriend's daughter.
AI scammers target Michigan family searching for missing Yorkie
What began as a routine rest stop during a family’s drive from Michigan to southwest Florida has turned into a multistate search for a missing 6-year-old Yorkshire terrier.
What began as a routine rest stop during a family’s drive from Michigan to southwest Florida has turned into a multistate search for a missing 6-year-old Yorkshire terrier.
Florida man denied bond after Marion County toddler’s death
A Florida man accused in the death of a toddler was denied bond, authorities said. Jeroen Jarrel Coombs, 32, was taken into custody on Feb. 19 following the death of 3-year-old Paisley Brown, his girlfriend's daughter.
A Florida man accused in the death of a toddler was denied bond, authorities said. Jeroen Jarrel Coombs, 32, was taken into custody on Feb. 19 following the death of 3-year-old Paisley Brown, his girlfriend's daughter.
Winter Garden residents protest loss of downtown businesses
Winter Garden residents packed a city commission meeting this week, voicing frustration over the closure of two longtime downtown businesses after their building was sold to a new owner.
Winter Garden residents packed a city commission meeting this week, voicing frustration over the closure of two longtime downtown businesses after their building was sold to a new owner.
Florida Strawberry Festival draws big crowds with rides, food and music in Plant City
The Florida Strawberry Festival is underway, bringing rides, headline entertainers and plenty of strawberry-themed treats to Hillsborough County.
The Florida Strawberry Festival is underway, bringing rides, headline entertainers and plenty of strawberry-themed treats to Hillsborough County.
Brush fires in Brevard County prompt evacuations, burn 70 acres
Two brush fires broke out Tuesday in Brevard County, prompting evacuations and drawing a large emergency response. One fire ignited near Wickham Road in Melbourne, while another sparked near Blounts Ridge Road and Rose Marie Place in Mims, officials said. The Mims fire threatened nearby homes and burned about 70 acres.
Two brush fires broke out Tuesday in Brevard County, prompting evacuations and drawing a large emergency response. One fire ignited near Wickham Road in Melbourne, while another sparked near Blounts Ridge Road and Rose Marie Place in Mims, officials said. The Mims fire threatened nearby homes and burned about 70 acres.
Video shows alleged abuse of toddlers at Marion County daycare
A daycare worker is facing child abuse charges after surveillance video allegedly showed her slapping, dragging and roughly handling toddlers at a Marion County child care center, authorities said.
A daycare worker is facing child abuse charges after surveillance video allegedly showed her slapping, dragging and roughly handling toddlers at a Marion County child care center, authorities said.
Volusia County boosts beach safety education with indoor rip current simulator
Volusia County Beach Safety is turning to a new hands-on training tool to help residents and tourists better understand one of the ocean’s most persistent dangers: rip currents.
Volusia County Beach Safety is turning to a new hands-on training tool to help residents and tourists better understand one of the ocean’s most persistent dangers: rip currents.
Grand jury indicts man in deaths of 3 tourists
A grand jury has indicted a 29-year-old man on three counts of first-degree murder in the fatal shootings of three tourists, clearing the way for prosecutors to consider seeking the death penalty.
A grand jury has indicted a 29-year-old man on three counts of first-degree murder in the fatal shootings of three tourists, clearing the way for prosecutors to consider seeking the death penalty.
Laura Flores: New video shows alleged daycare worker hitting, slapping children
The Marion County Sheriff's Office has released surveillance video from inside a daycare center where a woman allegedly slapped, hit, or kicked several children who were under her care. MCSO released nearly 20 minutes of video from inside the kids' classroom, where the alleged abuse occurred.
The Marion County Sheriff's Office has released surveillance video from inside a daycare center where a woman allegedly slapped, hit, or kicked several children who were under her care. MCSO released nearly 20 minutes of video from inside the kids' classroom, where the alleged abuse occurred.
Florida gold refinery owners arrested in alleged multistate scam
The owners of Orlando Gold Refinery have been arrested in connection with what authorities describe as a multistate gold bar scam that targeted elderly victims.
The owners of Orlando Gold Refinery have been arrested in connection with what authorities describe as a multistate gold bar scam that targeted elderly victims.