Suspect who allegedly pistol-whipped teen at Volusia County park in custody, deputies say

A 39-year-old man accused of pistol-whipping a teenager and threatening another at a park in Volusia County on Sunday night has turned himself in to authorities, the Volusia Sheriff’s Office said.

Roof collapses on Truist Bank in Orlando
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A roof collapsed at a Truist Bank in Orlando on South Orange Blossom Trail. No injuries were reported, and the cause is still under investigation. The branch remains closed as officials assess the damage.

Man in wheelchair killed in hit-and-run crash
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A man in a wheelchair was killed in a crash Sunday night in Orange County. He was hit while crossing Semoran Boulevard near Colonial Drive. The driver fled the scene.

Teen pistol-whipped at DeBary park: deputies
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Deputies are investigating after a teenage boy was pistol-whipped at a park in DeBary.

Florida man accused of killing grandparents told police 'God' instructed him to do it: Affidavit

A 22-year-old man accused of fatally shooting his grandparents in Brevard County last week told investigators he did so because “God told him to send his grandparents to him," according to newly released court documents.

Lake Mary wins 1st round at Little League Softball World Series
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Lake Mary's Little League Girls' Softball Team won the first round of the World Series Tournament with a 9-2 victory over the Northwest Regional Champions from Washington State.

Education commissioner threatens sanctions against Alachua School District over free speech

Florida Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas sent the Alachua County School Board a letter threatening sanctions against the district for what he called a free speech violation.

Alachua school board under state scrutiny over free speech clash
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Florida Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas sent the Alachua County School Board a letter threatening sanctions against the district for what he called a free speech violation. The accusation centers on a board member requesting the removal of a man who criticized Chair Dr. Sarah Rockwell after he shared a "conservative" viewpoint during public comment. The school district denies any First Amendment violation.

Orlando hosts Florida Freedom Forum
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Governor Ron DeSantis was one of the speaker during Saturday's event.

Sen. Rick Scott, former Florida governor, endorses Trump-backed Byron Donalds

Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., has endorsed fellow Republican Rep. Byron Donalds' Florida gubernatorial bid. Scott served as governor of the Sunshine State prior to current Gov. Ron DeSantis.

Orlando hosts 2025 Florida Freedom Forum
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The Republican Party of Florida hosted its�2025 Florida Freedom Forum, a one-day gathering of top conservative leaders, on Saturday in Orlando. The forum included a multitude of events and featured speeches from top speakers throughout the day.

2 detained after shots fired in Lake Nona neighborhood
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Two people have been detained after shots were fired on Friday in a Lake Nona neighborhood, police say. The investigation remains active and ongoing.

Deputy killed in ambush honored with road-renaming
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The Lake County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) has renamed a portion of one of its highways in honor of fallen Master Deputy Sheriff Bradley Michael Link. The road-renaming ceremony took place at 10 a.m. on Saturday at Minneola City Hall. Link, 28, was killed in an ambush last year, while two other deputies were injured.

Gov. DeSantis delivers remarks at Florida Freedom Forum
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The Republican Party of Florida hosted its Florida Freedom Forum on Saturday in Orlando. The annual fundraiser event serves as a platform for the party to gather, discuss their agenda and celebrate the conservative movement in Florida. The forum includes a multitude of events and features speeches from top speakers throughout the day. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was one of the many to share remarks at the event.

DeSantis clashes with protestors at Florida Freedom Forum
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The Republican Party of Florida is hosting its Florida Freedom Forum on Saturday in Orlando. The annual fundraiser event serves as a platform for the party to gather, discuss their agenda and celebrate the conservative movement in Florida. The forum includes a multitude of events and features speeches from top speakers throughout the day. During Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' speech, several protestors were heard sharing their distaste for DeSantis' words.

Florida gov. candidate Byron Donalds speaks on 'Alligator Alcatraz'
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The Republican Party of Florida is hosting its Florida Freedom Forum on Saturday in Orlando. The annual fundraiser event serves as a platform for the party to gather, discuss their agenda and celebrate the conservative movement in Florida. The forum includes a multitude of events and features speeches from top speakers throughout the day. U.S. Congressman and Florida gov. candidate shared his thoughts on "Alligator Alcatraz" at the event.