Teen accused in school murder plot pens apology letter to judge
A Lake Brantley High School student accused of plotting to kill a classmate wrote in a letter to a judge that online influences and years of bullying contributed to her actions.
A Lake Brantley High School student accused of plotting to kill a classmate wrote in a letter to a judge that online influences and years of bullying contributed to her actions.
Mom calls for stricter e-bike rules after son’s deadly crash
A Central Florida mother is calling for tougher rules on e-bikes and e-scooters after her 13-year-old son was killed in a crash on Mother’s Day.
A Central Florida mother is calling for tougher rules on e-bikes and e-scooters after her 13-year-old son was killed in a crash on Mother’s Day.
Distressed vessel of 9 passenger rescued by Carnival beached in Brevard
The crew of the Carnival Mardi Gras successfully rescued nine stranded people on Saturday, May 16, after spotting a disabled vessel drifting near the Sebastian Inlet. The nine survivors were brought safely on board and were transferred to Bahamian authorities upon the ship's arrival in Nassau on Sunday. The boat was seen on Monday, May 18 beached in Brevard County.
The crew of the Carnival Mardi Gras successfully rescued nine stranded people on Saturday, May 16, after spotting a disabled vessel drifting near the Sebastian Inlet. The nine survivors were brought safely on board and were transferred to Bahamian authorities upon the ship's arrival in Nassau on Sunday. The boat was seen on Monday, May 18 beached in Brevard County.
NOAA: Below-normal 2026 Atlantic hurricane season
NOAA is predicting a below-average 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, but forecasters are still urging residents to prepare ahead of the June 1 start of the season.
NOAA is predicting a below-average 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, but forecasters are still urging residents to prepare ahead of the June 1 start of the season.
Dogs in deadly attack now in custody of Brevard County Animal Control
A woman died after being mauled by two dogs while walking near her Cocoa home early Tuesday, according to neighbors and local authorities.
A woman died after being mauled by two dogs while walking near her Cocoa home early Tuesday, according to neighbors and local authorities.
Mount Dora officials reopen Donnelly Street after repairs
Mount Dora officials reopened Donnelly Street on Thursday, about seven months after severe flooding in October 2025 forced the major roadway to close. City leaders marked the reopening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, calling it a major step forward for the community after months of emergency repairs, engineering work, and drainage improvements.
Mount Dora officials reopened Donnelly Street on Thursday, about seven months after severe flooding in October 2025 forced the major roadway to close. City leaders marked the reopening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, calling it a major step forward for the community after months of emergency repairs, engineering work, and drainage improvements.
Florida teen arrested after deadly shooting at illegal house party in Davenport, deputies say
A 16-year-old boy was arrested in connection to a deadly shooting at an illegal house party in April, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office.
A 16-year-old boy was arrested in connection to a deadly shooting at an illegal house party in April, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office.
'Not a minor oversight': Florida police department addresses return of loaded weapon to victim's family
A Florida police department is taking accountability for returning a loaded weapon to a victim's family.
A Florida police department is taking accountability for returning a loaded weapon to a victim's family.
Disney adds Mandalorian and Grogu mission to Millennium Falcon ride: What to know
Disney World's Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run ride features a new mission with the Mandalorian and Grogu.
Disney World's Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run ride features a new mission with the Mandalorian and Grogu.
NOAA 2026 Atlantic hurricane season forecast: Below normal | FULL EXPLAINER
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its tropical forecast for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, predicting a below-normal season, citing a strong El Niño weather pattern, warmer ocean temperatures, and weaker trade winds. NOAA predicts 8-14 named storms, 3-6 hurricanes, and 1-3 major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher). The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 - November 30, 2026.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its tropical forecast for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, predicting a below-normal season, citing a strong El Niño weather pattern, warmer ocean temperatures, and weaker trade winds. NOAA predicts 8-14 named storms, 3-6 hurricanes, and 1-3 major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher). The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 - November 30, 2026.
NOAA expert on hurricane season: prepare now, pay attention to storm impacts, threats
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its tropical forecast for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, predicting a below-normal season, citing a strong El Niño weather pattern, warmer ocean temperatures, and weaker trade winds. NOAA predicts 8-14 named storms, 3-6 hurricanes, and 1-3 major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher). The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 - November 30, 2026. NOAA's National Weather Service Director Ken Graham talked about the importance of preparing for hurricane season early, as well as paying attention to every system and every storm. He encouraged the public to focus on every system and every storm and the impacts, like flooding and storm surge and tornadoes -- more than the storm name and category.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its tropical forecast for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, predicting a below-normal season, citing a strong El Niño weather pattern, warmer ocean temperatures, and weaker trade winds. NOAA predicts 8-14 named storms, 3-6 hurricanes, and 1-3 major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher). The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 - November 30, 2026. NOAA's National Weather Service Director Ken Graham talked about the importance of preparing for hurricane season early, as well as paying attention to every system and every storm. He encouraged the public to focus on every system and every storm and the impacts, like flooding and storm surge and tornadoes -- more than the storm name and category.
Atlantic hurricane season forecast: NOAA tropical outlook | See the numbers
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its tropical forecast for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, predicting a below-normal season, citing a strong El Niño weather pattern, warmer ocean temperatures, and weaker trade winds. NOAA predicts 8-14 named storms, 3-6 hurricanes, and 1-3 major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher). The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 - November 30, 2026.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its tropical forecast for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, predicting a below-normal season, citing a strong El Niño weather pattern, warmer ocean temperatures, and weaker trade winds. NOAA predicts 8-14 named storms, 3-6 hurricanes, and 1-3 major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher). The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 - November 30, 2026.
SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch from Florida's Space Coast
SpaceX sent another batch of Starlink satellites into space on Thursday after its Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
SpaceX sent another batch of Starlink satellites into space on Thursday after its Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
2 women arrested after 24 dogs found, covered in poop, living in car
The Kissimmee Police Department arrested Dawn Biggs, 42, and Dana Hutchinson, 42, after discovering 24 malnourished Chihuahua puppies trapped inside a vehicle. Officers responding to a local parking lot found the thin, hairless puppies crowded into crates inside a bug-infested car that was heavily covered in feces and urine. Both women now face felony animal cruelty charges.
The Kissimmee Police Department arrested Dawn Biggs, 42, and Dana Hutchinson, 42, after discovering 24 malnourished Chihuahua puppies trapped inside a vehicle. Officers responding to a local parking lot found the thin, hairless puppies crowded into crates inside a bug-infested car that was heavily covered in feces and urine. Both women now face felony animal cruelty charges.
Alan Chambers, accused of contacting teen for sex, released on bond
Alan Chambers Manning, 54, was released on bond from jail on May 20, days after he was arrested in connection to a multi-month investigation into child solicitation. Chambers is accused of plotting to have sex with a teen boy through social media.
Alan Chambers Manning, 54, was released on bond from jail on May 20, days after he was arrested in connection to a multi-month investigation into child solicitation. Chambers is accused of plotting to have sex with a teen boy through social media.
Florida woman attacked, killed by 2 neighborhood dogs
Jodi Cowan was walking home on Blue Bonnet Drive when she was attacked and killed by two aggressive dogs that had been pacing a fence line. Security footage shows the dogs becoming increasingly agitated before launching a coordinated attack; Cowan’s partner witnessed the tragedy while attempting to save her. While law enforcement responded quickly, Cowan succumbed to her injuries at the hospital; neighbors now report living in fear as the investigation into the owner continues.
Jodi Cowan was walking home on Blue Bonnet Drive when she was attacked and killed by two aggressive dogs that had been pacing a fence line. Security footage shows the dogs becoming increasingly agitated before launching a coordinated attack; Cowan’s partner witnessed the tragedy while attempting to save her. While law enforcement responded quickly, Cowan succumbed to her injuries at the hospital; neighbors now report living in fear as the investigation into the owner continues.
Released on bond? Winter Park business man charged with plotting sex with teen
Alan Chambers Manning, 54, could be released on bond from the Orange County Jail, days after he was arrested in connection to a multi-month investigation into child solicitation. On May 20, Chambers was charged with solicitation of a minor, transmission of harmful materials to minors and unlawful use of a two-way communication device after a judge found probable cause connecting Chambers to these crimes.
Alan Chambers Manning, 54, could be released on bond from the Orange County Jail, days after he was arrested in connection to a multi-month investigation into child solicitation. On May 20, Chambers was charged with solicitation of a minor, transmission of harmful materials to minors and unlawful use of a two-way communication device after a judge found probable cause connecting Chambers to these crimes.
Mount Dora's Donnelly Street to reopen after destroyed in washout
Donnelly Street in Mount Dora is set to reopen with a ribbon cutting on May 21 after months of repairs. The street was damaged after an October storm resulted in a washout of the infrastructure -- leaving a gaping hole in the road.
Donnelly Street in Mount Dora is set to reopen with a ribbon cutting on May 21 after months of repairs. The street was damaged after an October storm resulted in a washout of the infrastructure -- leaving a gaping hole in the road.
Mom of Colton Remsburg wants mobility devices banned for teens
Now, Orange County officials are revisiting its micromobility devices rules, which current states that e-bikes and e-scooters included must travel no faster than 10 miles an hour. Ashley LaChance wants to see e-bikes and e-scooters banned for children under the age of 14. "I don't believe these things should even be on our roadways," she said.
Now, Orange County officials are revisiting its micromobility devices rules, which current states that e-bikes and e-scooters included must travel no faster than 10 miles an hour. Ashley LaChance wants to see e-bikes and e-scooters banned for children under the age of 14. "I don't believe these things should even be on our roadways," she said.
Indoor sports complex coming to Seminole County: Here's what we know
Residents are getting excited for an indoor sports complex that's coming to Sanford. The complex, located at Moores Station Road and Cameron Avenue, is said to contain dozens of volleyball and basketball courts and includes beach volleyball areas. County leaders say the new complex will boost sports tourism in the area.
Residents are getting excited for an indoor sports complex that's coming to Sanford. The complex, located at Moores Station Road and Cameron Avenue, is said to contain dozens of volleyball and basketball courts and includes beach volleyball areas. County leaders say the new complex will boost sports tourism in the area.