$1 million settlement reached in Osceola deputy shooting lawsuit
Osceola County has agreed to pay $1 million to settle a federal lawsuit stemming from a 2022 deputy-involved shooting outside a Target store that left one young man dead and three others injured.
Osceola County has agreed to pay $1 million to settle a federal lawsuit stemming from a 2022 deputy-involved shooting outside a Target store that left one young man dead and three others injured.
Brevard deputy under investigation after allegedly hitting dog
The Brevard County Sheriff's Office is investigating one of its deputies after the deputy allegedly struck a dog with a patrol vehicle and drove away without stopping in Port St. John.
The Brevard County Sheriff's Office is investigating one of its deputies after the deputy allegedly struck a dog with a patrol vehicle and drove away without stopping in Port St. John.
Convicted sex offender held without bond after puppy abandoned, authorities say
A Brevard County judge denied bond Friday for a convicted sex offender accused of abandoning a puppy in a parking lot, citing his probation status and criminal history.
A Brevard County judge denied bond Friday for a convicted sex offender accused of abandoning a puppy in a parking lot, citing his probation status and criminal history.
Lake Eola swans relocated ahead of $60 million park renovation
Orlando is nearing completion of relocating Lake Eola's iconic swans as the city prepares for a $60 million renovation of the downtown park.
Orlando is nearing completion of relocating Lake Eola's iconic swans as the city prepares for a $60 million renovation of the downtown park.
Judge denies bond for man accused of threatening New Smyrna Beach bridge
A Volusia County judge on Friday denied bond for a 20-year-old Edgewater man accused of making written threats to attack the South Causeway Bridge in New Smyrna Beach.
A Volusia County judge on Friday denied bond for a 20-year-old Edgewater man accused of making written threats to attack the South Causeway Bridge in New Smyrna Beach.
Man stole 300 gallons of diesel at Central Florida Circle K stations: Deputies
A 40-year-old Deltona man was arrested after allegedly using a high-powered magnet to bypass fuel pump controls and steal over $1,500 worth of diesel fuel from local Circle K stations, an arrest affidavit said. Surveillance footage, license plate reader data, and a tip from loss prevention tied Lara's Dodge Ram truck to multiple fuel thefts in Deltona and DeLand.
A 40-year-old Deltona man was arrested after allegedly using a high-powered magnet to bypass fuel pump controls and steal over $1,500 worth of diesel fuel from local Circle K stations, an arrest affidavit said. Surveillance footage, license plate reader data, and a tip from loss prevention tied Lara's Dodge Ram truck to multiple fuel thefts in Deltona and DeLand.
Sumter County suspends license plate reader program
Automatic license plate reader cameras have become a common crime-fighting tool across Central Florida, helping investigators identify suspect vehicles in cases ranging from stolen cars to homicide investigations. However, in Sumter County, the technology is now under review.
Automatic license plate reader cameras have become a common crime-fighting tool across Central Florida, helping investigators identify suspect vehicles in cases ranging from stolen cars to homicide investigations. However, in Sumter County, the technology is now under review.
Man stole nearly 300 gallons of diesel from Central Florida Circle K stations: Deputies
A 40-year-old Deltona man was arrested after allegedly using a magnet to bypass fuel pump controls and steal over $1,500 worth of diesel fuel from local Circle K stations, an arrest affidavit said.
A 40-year-old Deltona man was arrested after allegedly using a magnet to bypass fuel pump controls and steal over $1,500 worth of diesel fuel from local Circle K stations, an arrest affidavit said.
Journey's End: Volusia County animal sanctuary in desperate need of new home
Unlike traditional animal shelters, Journey's End does not focus on adoptions. Instead, the sanctuary takes in animals that are often considered unadoptable: the old, the sick, the injured, and the abandoned. Journey’s End Animal Sanctuary in DeLand gives them a comfortable place to live out the rest of their lives.
Unlike traditional animal shelters, Journey's End does not focus on adoptions. Instead, the sanctuary takes in animals that are often considered unadoptable: the old, the sick, the injured, and the abandoned. Journey’s End Animal Sanctuary in DeLand gives them a comfortable place to live out the rest of their lives.
Orlando's Mills 50 growth fuels parking crunch as new restaurants open
Orlando's Mills 50 district continues to grow as one of Central Florida's dining destinations, with more than 20 new restaurants and food businesses opening or preparing to open in the coming months. Business owners say the influx is bringing new energy to the neighborhood — and increasing demand for parking.
Orlando's Mills 50 district continues to grow as one of Central Florida's dining destinations, with more than 20 new restaurants and food businesses opening or preparing to open in the coming months. Business owners say the influx is bringing new energy to the neighborhood — and increasing demand for parking.
Kissimmee mayor faces possible impeachment over COVID-19 grant allegations
Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa is facing possible removal from office after a special prosecutor recommended that city commissioners pursue articles of impeachment over allegations she improperly benefited from a COVID-19 business grant program.
Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa is facing possible removal from office after a special prosecutor recommended that city commissioners pursue articles of impeachment over allegations she improperly benefited from a COVID-19 business grant program.
Downtown Orlando bike takeover disrupts traffic, delays emergency vehicles
Orlando police are investigating a large gathering of juveniles on electric and motorized bikes that disrupted traffic in downtown Orlando over the weekend, running red lights, blocking intersections and delaying emergency vehicles, authorities said.
Orlando police are investigating a large gathering of juveniles on electric and motorized bikes that disrupted traffic in downtown Orlando over the weekend, running red lights, blocking intersections and delaying emergency vehicles, authorities said.
Community honors mom who died saving her son in St. Johns River
Dozens of family members, friends and community members gathered in Orange City on Thursday evening to honor Nicole Grayson, the DeLand mother who died after jumping into the St. Johns River to save her 4-year-old son.
Dozens of family members, friends and community members gathered in Orange City on Thursday evening to honor Nicole Grayson, the DeLand mother who died after jumping into the St. Johns River to save her 4-year-old son.
Sumter County sheriff's detective fired, arrested after alleged misuse of databases
A Sumter County Sheriff's Office detective has been arrested and fired after investigators accused her of using confidential law enforcement databases to obtain information about her husband's ex-wife for personal reasons.
A Sumter County Sheriff's Office detective has been arrested and fired after investigators accused her of using confidential law enforcement databases to obtain information about her husband's ex-wife for personal reasons.
Sumter County sheriff's detective fired, arrested over alleged database misuse
A Sumter County Sheriff's Office detective has been fired and arrested after investigators accused her of improperly accessing multiple law enforcement databases to gather information about her husband's ex-wife for personal reasons, Sheriff Patrick "Pat" Breeden announced.
A Sumter County Sheriff's Office detective has been fired and arrested after investigators accused her of improperly accessing multiple law enforcement databases to gather information about her husband's ex-wife for personal reasons, Sheriff Patrick "Pat" Breeden announced.
Groveland police sergeant suspended after alleged high-speed driving of up to 124 mph
A Groveland police sergeant has been suspended after an internal investigation found he repeatedly drove a marked patrol SUV at speeds exceeding 110 mph while off duty.
A Groveland police sergeant has been suspended after an internal investigation found he repeatedly drove a marked patrol SUV at speeds exceeding 110 mph while off duty.
Gaylord Palms unveils Polar Express theme for annual ICE! attraction
Gaylord Palms Resort has announced The Polar Express as the theme of this year's ICE! holiday attraction, bringing the classic Christmas story back as the centerpiece of its annual winter display. Meanwhile, Walt Disney World is preparing for the return of Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.
Gaylord Palms Resort has announced The Polar Express as the theme of this year's ICE! holiday attraction, bringing the classic Christmas story back as the centerpiece of its annual winter display. Meanwhile, Walt Disney World is preparing for the return of Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party.
Lamborghini driver arrested after deputies say he hit 137 mph on Florida Turnpike
An Orange County deputy arrested the driver of a Lamborghini after authorities said he was clocked driving 137 mph on Florida's Turnpike, weaving through traffic before pulling over.
An Orange County deputy arrested the driver of a Lamborghini after authorities said he was clocked driving 137 mph on Florida's Turnpike, weaving through traffic before pulling over.
Brevard residents question tap water as Melbourne cites algal bloom
Residents in parts of Brevard County are raising concerns about changes in the taste and smell of their tap water, prompting city officials to reassure the public that the water remains safe to drink.
Residents in parts of Brevard County are raising concerns about changes in the taste and smell of their tap water, prompting city officials to reassure the public that the water remains safe to drink.
49 arrested in Central Florida drug trafficking crackdown, authorities say
A multi-agency drug trafficking investigation spanning Volusia and Flagler counties has resulted in the arrest of 49 people, authorities announced, with investigators alleging one criminal organization used a church in Holly Hill as a front for its operations.
A multi-agency drug trafficking investigation spanning Volusia and Flagler counties has resulted in the arrest of 49 people, authorities announced, with investigators alleging one criminal organization used a church in Holly Hill as a front for its operations.