Anna Kepner's mother speaks to FOX 35 News following daughter's death
The mother of Anna Kepner, the 18-year-old found dead aboard a cruise ship, is sharing memories of her daughter and describing her as a joyful, compassionate young woman. In an interview with FOX 35, Heather Kepner said Anna was “always happy,” recalling her daughter’s love of horseback riding and cheerleading.
The mother of Anna Kepner, the 18-year-old found dead aboard a cruise ship, is sharing memories of her daughter and describing her as a joyful, compassionate young woman. In an interview with FOX 35, Heather Kepner said Anna was “always happy,” recalling her daughter’s love of horseback riding and cheerleading.
Tiny cross in Florida yard sparks yearslong legal battle
A five-year dispute over a 12-inch cross displayed in a resident’s front yard has ended with a settlement totaling nearly $250,000, bringing closure to a long-running fight over community rules in The Villages.
A five-year dispute over a 12-inch cross displayed in a resident’s front yard has ended with a settlement totaling nearly $250,000, bringing closure to a long-running fight over community rules in The Villages.
Orlando airport explores creating its own police force
Orlando International Airport is considering forming its own police department, a move that would shift security duties away from Orlando police within the next decade, officials said Wednesday.
Orlando International Airport is considering forming its own police department, a move that would shift security duties away from Orlando police within the next decade, officials said Wednesday.
Fire displaces 16 families at Altamonte Springs complex
Sixteen families were forced out of their homes early Tuesday after a fire broke out at the Lake Lotus Apartments in Altamonte Springs, authorities said.
Sixteen families were forced out of their homes early Tuesday after a fire broke out at the Lake Lotus Apartments in Altamonte Springs, authorities said.
Video shows attempted break-in, gunfire at Deltona home
Newly released doorbell camera footage shows four suspects attempting to break into a Deltona home on Tuesday morning before opening fire when they failed to get inside, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Newly released doorbell camera footage shows four suspects attempting to break into a Deltona home on Tuesday morning before opening fire when they failed to get inside, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities continue 5-month search for Gabrielle Terrelonge
Officials are looking for information to find Gabrielle Terrelonge, 10, who has been missing since June. Gabrielle's father, Gordon Terrelonge – who believed his daughter was with her mother, 34-year-old Passha Davis, – reported her missing on Oct. 29 after he realized Davis was in jail.
Officials are looking for information to find Gabrielle Terrelonge, 10, who has been missing since June. Gabrielle's father, Gordon Terrelonge – who believed his daughter was with her mother, 34-year-old Passha Davis, – reported her missing on Oct. 29 after he realized Davis was in jail.
UF, state leaders break ground on new Hamilton School
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke Wednesday at the groundbreaking for the Hamilton School at the University of Florida.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke Wednesday at the groundbreaking for the Hamilton School at the University of Florida.
Florida man arrested after UK woman allegedly pays him to torture, kill her: Affidavit
A woman from the United Kingdom who was reported missing after traveling to the United States has been found dead in Florida. A Florida man has been arrested in her death.
A woman from the United Kingdom who was reported missing after traveling to the United States has been found dead in Florida. A Florida man has been arrested in her death.
Firefighters battle apartment fire in Altamonte Springs
Firefighters battled an early morning fire at an apartment in Altamonte Springs on Wednesday.
Firefighters battled an early morning fire at an apartment in Altamonte Springs on Wednesday.
Daytona Beach unveils concepts for Main Street makeover
Daytona Beach officials presented early design concepts Tuesday for a major overhaul of Main Street aimed at making the area more walkable and active.
Daytona Beach officials presented early design concepts Tuesday for a major overhaul of Main Street aimed at making the area more walkable and active.
Deputies say woman threw coffee on mother, baby in leash dispute
A Volusia County woman is facing battery charges after she threw coffee on a mother and her baby during a dispute over a dog leash, according to deputies. According to the arrest affidavit, deputies also contacted ICE, determining the woman is in the country illegally. She is now subject to deportation, and a detainer has been placed on her.
A Volusia County woman is facing battery charges after she threw coffee on a mother and her baby during a dispute over a dog leash, according to deputies. According to the arrest affidavit, deputies also contacted ICE, determining the woman is in the country illegally. She is now subject to deportation, and a detainer has been placed on her.
Court filing suggests possible charges in cruise ship death
Newly filed court documents indicate that one of the children of Anna Kepner’s stepmother may be the focus of a potential criminal investigation into the teen’s death aboard a Carnival cruise ship.
Newly filed court documents indicate that one of the children of Anna Kepner’s stepmother may be the focus of a potential criminal investigation into the teen’s death aboard a Carnival cruise ship.
Off-duty paramedic killed trying to help man after accident on I-95
A paramedic from Gaston County, North Carolina was killed trying to help others after a series of crashes on Interstate 91 in Florida on Saturday.
A paramedic from Gaston County, North Carolina was killed trying to help others after a series of crashes on Interstate 91 in Florida on Saturday.
Off-duty paramedic killed while helping I-95 crash victim
A paramedic from North Carolina, Mary Jolly, was struck and killed while trying to help a driver after a multi-car crash in Florida.
A paramedic from North Carolina, Mary Jolly, was struck and killed while trying to help a driver after a multi-car crash in Florida.
SpaceX rocket launch in Florida
SpaceX's deployed 29 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit on Nov. 18.
SpaceX's deployed 29 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit on Nov. 18.
Court filing suggests possible FBI criminal probe in cruise ship death
Newly released court documents indicate the FBI may open a criminal investigation into the death of 16-year-old Anna Kepner, the Titusville teen who died earlier this month aboard a Carnival cruise ship. Kepner’s cause of death has remained a mystery since she died Nov. 7 while sailing with her family, and the FBI has not commented publicly on the case.
Newly released court documents indicate the FBI may open a criminal investigation into the death of 16-year-old Anna Kepner, the Titusville teen who died earlier this month aboard a Carnival cruise ship. Kepner’s cause of death has remained a mystery since she died Nov. 7 while sailing with her family, and the FBI has not commented publicly on the case.
Developer offers funding help for I-Drive pedestrian bridge
A long-planned pedestrian walkway at one of Florida’s most dangerous intersections may be a step closer to reality after a local developer offered to help pay for it.
A long-planned pedestrian walkway at one of Florida’s most dangerous intersections may be a step closer to reality after a local developer offered to help pay for it.
Anna Kepner update: Stepbrother may face charges in Florida teen's death on Carnival cruise: Filing
The FBI could be launching a criminal investigation related to the death of Anna Kepner, the Titusville high school student who mysteriously died aboard a Carnival cruise ship.
The FBI could be launching a criminal investigation related to the death of Anna Kepner, the Titusville high school student who mysteriously died aboard a Carnival cruise ship.
Kroger closing Lake County fulfillment center
Kroger confirmed it is closing its fulfillment center in Groveland, Florida, one of three fulfillment center closures nationwide.
Kroger confirmed it is closing its fulfillment center in Groveland, Florida, one of three fulfillment center closures nationwide.
Residents report alleged human waste in Merritt Island canal
Residents who live along Sykes Creek on Merritt Island are concerned about water quality and a potential sewage spill.
Residents who live along Sykes Creek on Merritt Island are concerned about water quality and a potential sewage spill.