FHP: Chase ends after suspect crashes into fence
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A wanted suspect has been detained after leading FHP troopers on a brief pursuit, FHP said. The chase ended after the suspect apparently lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a home's fence. That suspect bailed out of the vehicle and ran off, but was later captured and detained.

What to do when lightning strikes
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FOX 35's Randi Hildreth talks to medical and safety officials about what should be done if lightning strikes.

All 3 suspects sentenced in 2023 Marion triple murder
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All 3 suspects have been sentenced in the 2023 Ocklawaha triple-murder case. Defendants Robinson and Brewton were sentenced to life in prison. Defendant Atkins was sentenced to 40 years in prison. All three defendants were charged as adults. FOX 35's Marie Edinger has more information from the sentencing hearings.

Lake County man arrested for allegedly dismembering alligator
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A Lake County man has been arrested for allegedly capturing and dismembering an alligator, according to officials. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns spoke with neighbors about the incident.

Florida AG, Polk sheriff: 8 charged in multi-state, $8.8 million bank fraud, racketeering scheme

Eight people are facing charges in a multi-state, $8.8 million bank fraud and racketeering scheme impacting 235 people, mainly those who are elderly, according to Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.

8 arrested in multi-million dollar fraud investigation
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Eight people are facing charges in a multi-state, $8.8 million bank fraud and racketeering scheme impacting 235 people, mainly those who are elderly, according to Attorney General James Uthmeier and Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd. Uthmeier and Judd made the announcement at a press conference on Wednesday at the Polk County Sheriff?s Office in Winter Haven. The suspects have all now been extradited and booked into the Polk County Jail.

Gov. DeSantis, First Lady announce more than $200 million for Florida cancer research and treatment

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, First Lady Casey DeSantis, Florida Department of Health Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo and other health officials have announced more than $200 million that will be allocated to cancer research and treatment funding in the state.

DeSantis, First Lady announce cancer research funding
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, First Lady Casey DeSantis, Florida Department of Health Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo and other health officials have announced more than $200 million that will be allocated to cancer research and treatment funding in the state. The state is allocating $132.5 million to the Casey DeSantis Cancer Research Program, $30 million for a new Cancer Connect Collaborative Incubator and will continue to fund the Florida Cancer Innovation Fund, providing $60 million.

Roof of Melbourne community center collapses
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No injuries were reported after the roof collapsed at the Joseph N. Davis Community Center in Melbourne, Florida.

Sentencing set for 2 teen suspects in triple murder case
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Tahj Brewton and Robert Robinson, who were 16 and 17 at the time of the triple murders in Marion County in 2023, are expected to be sentenced Wednesday.

Bodycam shows violent Jacksonville arrest, sparks excessive force debate

Newly released footage shows the violent arrest of a 22-year-old man during a February traffic stop by Jacksonville deputies, sparking renewed scrutiny of the department’s use of force.

Lightning strike collapses ceiling onto man sleeping in Florida home

A lightning strike ripped through the roof of an Ormond Beach home over the weekend, collapsing part of the ceiling directly onto a man who was lying in bed.

Thief steals $30K in Pokémon cards from DeLand store in 75-second smash-and-grab

A thief made off with up to $30,000 worth of Pokémon cards during a smash-and-grab burglary at a trading card shop in DeLand, marking the latest in a string of similar heists across Central Florida.

Thief steals $30K in Pok?mon cards from Florida store
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A thief made off with up to $30,000 worth of Pok?mon cards during a smash-and-grab burglary at a trading card shop in DeLand, marking the latest in a string of similar heists across Central Florida.

Roof collapses at Melbourne community center
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A roof collapse at the Joseph N. Davis Community Center in Melbourne sent 20 people scrambling for safety Tuesday, but no injuries were reported, city officials said.

Lightning strike causes roof collapse, debris falls on homeowner
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FOX 35's Chris Lindsay spoke to the Ormond Beach homeowner who's roof collapsed and fell on him after lightning struck his home.

Officer stripped of duty after arrest video goes viral
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A Jacksonville Police officer was stripped of his duty after a video of an arrest went viral. FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith has the latest after the police department released their bodycam footage of the arrest.

California duo accused of scamming Florida woman out of nearly $500K
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Two California residents have been arrested in connection with an elaborate financial scam that cost a Volusia County woman nearly half a million dollars, authorities announced Tuesday.

Florida babysitter arrested, left infant in car seat, alone outside business
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A Florida babysitter has been arrested and charged with child neglect after she mistakenly left one of the kids she was caring for ? a 3-month-old baby ? outside in a hot parking lot, still strapped into a car seat, according to Eustis Police Chief Craig Capri. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns has the latest on the case.