New video shows chase involving registered sex offender
Authorities say an 11-year-old boy reported missing days earlier was rescued after deputies stopped a pickup truck driven by a registered sex offender, setting off a dramatic series of events that included a foot pursuit and a second vehicle chase.
Authorities say an 11-year-old boy reported missing days earlier was rescued after deputies stopped a pickup truck driven by a registered sex offender, setting off a dramatic series of events that included a foot pursuit and a second vehicle chase.
Former Orlando police officer fatally shot at family barbecue
A former Orlando police officer was fatally shot at a family barbecue on New Year’s Day, an incident that authorities say stemmed from a confrontation with his father-in-law, who has since been charged with second-degree murder.
A former Orlando police officer was fatally shot at a family barbecue on New Year’s Day, an incident that authorities say stemmed from a confrontation with his father-in-law, who has since been charged with second-degree murder.
Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins enters governor’s race, setting up crowded GOP primary
Florida’s 2026 race for governor took a sharper turn Monday as Lt. Gov. Jay Collins formally entered the contest. His decision sets up a crowded and potentially contentious Republican primary just as lawmakers convene for the annual legislative session.
Florida’s 2026 race for governor took a sharper turn Monday as Lt. Gov. Jay Collins formally entered the contest. His decision sets up a crowded and potentially contentious Republican primary just as lawmakers convene for the annual legislative session.
Traffic stop led to deputy shooting in Marion County, officials say
Newly released body camera footage shows how a routine traffic stop in Summerfield escalated into a deputy-involved shooting last summer, leaving a patrol car riddled with bullets and a deputy narrowly injured.
Newly released body camera footage shows how a routine traffic stop in Summerfield escalated into a deputy-involved shooting last summer, leaving a patrol car riddled with bullets and a deputy narrowly injured.
Swan deaths rise at Lake Eola as bird flu takes toll
The death toll among swans at Lake Eola in downtown Orlando has climbed to more than two dozen, nearly half of the park’s swan population, city officials said.
The death toll among swans at Lake Eola in downtown Orlando has climbed to more than two dozen, nearly half of the park’s swan population, city officials said.
Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins enters governor’s race
Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins announced Monday that he is running for governor, ending months of speculation and setting up a crowded Republican primary to succeed Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins announced Monday that he is running for governor, ending months of speculation and setting up a crowded Republican primary to succeed Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Fire rips through West Melbourne apartments
Flames tore through an apartment complex in West Melbourne on Sunday afternoon, authorities said.
Flames tore through an apartment complex in West Melbourne on Sunday afternoon, authorities said.
Grandmother, grandson killed in Florida house fire
A fast-moving house fire killed a grandmother and her 10-year-old grandson early Monday in Palm Bay, authorities said.
A fast-moving house fire killed a grandmother and her 10-year-old grandson early Monday in Palm Bay, authorities said.
Lockdown lifted at Lake Minneola High after hoax bomb threat
Parents and students at Lake Minneola High School in Central Florida expressed relief Monday after authorities lifted a lockdown prompted by a hoax bomb threat. The Lake County Sheriff’s Office said an anonymous caller made a bomb threat against the school around 10 a.m., leading officials to place the campus and several nearby schools on lockdown as a precaution.
Parents and students at Lake Minneola High School in Central Florida expressed relief Monday after authorities lifted a lockdown prompted by a hoax bomb threat. The Lake County Sheriff’s Office said an anonymous caller made a bomb threat against the school around 10 a.m., leading officials to place the campus and several nearby schools on lockdown as a precaution.
Jay Collins enters 2026 Florida Governor's race
Florida Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins announces he is entering the 2026 Florida Governor's race to succeed Governor Ron DeSantis.
Florida Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins announces he is entering the 2026 Florida Governor's race to succeed Governor Ron DeSantis.
SpaceX launches another batch of Starlink satellites
SpaceX conducted its latest launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Monday afternoon. The mission included the launch of 29 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit.
SpaceX conducted its latest launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Monday afternoon. The mission included the launch of 29 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit.
Anonymous threat prompts hours-long lockdown at Lake Minneola High School
An anonymous caller made a bomb threat against Lake Minneola High School on Monday morning, prompting the high school and nearby schools to be placed on lockdown, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office and Lake County Schools.
An anonymous caller made a bomb threat against Lake Minneola High School on Monday morning, prompting the high school and nearby schools to be placed on lockdown, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office and Lake County Schools.
Florida grandson, grandma killed in Palm Bay house fire, officials say
A Florida grandmother, 75, and her 10-year-old grandson were killed early Monday morning in a devastating house fire in Palm Bay, according to Palm Bay Assistant Fire Chief John Ringleb.
A Florida grandmother, 75, and her 10-year-old grandson were killed early Monday morning in a devastating house fire in Palm Bay, according to Palm Bay Assistant Fire Chief John Ringleb.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis talk initiatives to lower insurance rates
In a Jan. 12 press conference, Gov. Ron DeSantis discussed home and auto insurance in the Florida, speaking in programs they've used to lower these rates for consumers.
In a Jan. 12 press conference, Gov. Ron DeSantis discussed home and auto insurance in the Florida, speaking in programs they've used to lower these rates for consumers.
Leader of Florida 'sex, money and murder' gang arrested
In a joint press conference, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and Attorney General James Uthmeier discussed steps taken to arrest Hernando Thompson, who is accused of leading a Florida gang. $1.5 million in drugs,18 firearms and ballistic armor were seized in the arrest.
In a joint press conference, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and Attorney General James Uthmeier discussed steps taken to arrest Hernando Thompson, who is accused of leading a Florida gang. $1.5 million in drugs,18 firearms and ballistic armor were seized in the arrest.
Boy, elderly woman killed in Palm Bay house fire: Full
A 10-year-old boy and an elderly woman were killed Monday in a house fire in Palm Bay, officials said. The fire was reportedly around 2 a.m. and firefighters found the house fully engulfed in flames when they arrived. Nearly all of the home was destroyed in the fire, officials said. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
A 10-year-old boy and an elderly woman were killed Monday in a house fire in Palm Bay, officials said. The fire was reportedly around 2 a.m. and firefighters found the house fully engulfed in flames when they arrived. Nearly all of the home was destroyed in the fire, officials said. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Sanford Mayor discusses upcoming changes to Seminole Towne Center
The Seminole Towne Center in Sanford is undergoing major renovations. Demolition is slated for April, Mayor Art Woodruff told Good Day Orlando. J.C. Penney has been sold and new Costco is coming to the center in early 2027.
The Seminole Towne Center in Sanford is undergoing major renovations. Demolition is slated for April, Mayor Art Woodruff told Good Day Orlando. J.C. Penney has been sold and new Costco is coming to the center in early 2027.
Motorcyclist accused of going 117 mph, cites bathroom emergency
A motorcyclist accused of traveling at 117 mph on a Brevard County roadway was arrested after telling police he was speeding because he needed to use the bathroom, authorities said.
A motorcyclist accused of traveling at 117 mph on a Brevard County roadway was arrested after telling police he was speeding because he needed to use the bathroom, authorities said.
Seminole County to eliminate bus routes, expand on-demand van service
Several Lynx bus routes and stops in Seminole County will be eliminated this week as the county shifts toward an on-demand transportation model using its new Scout van service.
Several Lynx bus routes and stops in Seminole County will be eliminated this week as the county shifts toward an on-demand transportation model using its new Scout van service.
Oviedo police crack down on student bike and scooter violations
Oviedo police have begun issuing citations to middle school students riding bicycles and electric scooters recklessly, saying education efforts failed to curb dangerous behavior near schools and neighborhoods.
Oviedo police have begun issuing citations to middle school students riding bicycles and electric scooters recklessly, saying education efforts failed to curb dangerous behavior near schools and neighborhoods.