'Little Miss Lake Panasoffkee' identified; person of interest identified, officials say
A young woman killed more than 50 years ago and left in a lake beneath an overpass – known as "Little Miss Lake Panasoffkee" – has been identified, officials with the Sumter County Sheriff's Office said.
A young woman killed more than 50 years ago and left in a lake beneath an overpass – known as "Little Miss Lake Panasoffkee" – has been identified, officials with the Sumter County Sheriff's Office said.
Woman hit in face by duck on SeaWorld Orlando coaster, lawsuit says
An Orange County woman is suing SeaWorld after she was allegedly hit in the face by a duck while riding one of the park’s roller coasters earlier this year.
An Orange County woman is suing SeaWorld after she was allegedly hit in the face by a duck while riding one of the park’s roller coasters earlier this year.
Floridians to lose SNAP benefits Nov. 1 from government shutdown: What to know
Floridians will not be receiving SNAP benefits in November, the USDA - which is funded by the U.S. government and impacted by the government shutdown -- said. The USDA said, "The well has run dry."
Floridians will not be receiving SNAP benefits in November, the USDA - which is funded by the U.S. government and impacted by the government shutdown -- said. The USDA said, "The well has run dry."
Poll: Republicans lead Democrats in Florida's 2026 races for governor, AG
Potential Republican candidates hold strong leads over Democrats in Florida’s 2026 midterm races, according to a new poll.
Potential Republican candidates hold strong leads over Democrats in Florida’s 2026 midterm races, according to a new poll.
Florida man convicted raping and killing his neighbor in 1998 executed
A Florida man convicted of raping and killing his next-door neighbor was executed on Tuesday evening.
A Florida man convicted of raping and killing his next-door neighbor was executed on Tuesday evening.
Ocala man hit and killed by train when car got stuck on tracks, FHP says
An Ocala man died after he was hit by a train, Monday. Florida Highway Police said his car got stuck on train tracks in Marion County.
An Ocala man died after he was hit by a train, Monday. Florida Highway Police said his car got stuck on train tracks in Marion County.
2 accused of hosting massive party at Florida Airbnb-listed house: Affidavit
Deputies in Volusia County said they broke up a massive party early Saturday at a short-term rental home in Volusia County.
Deputies in Volusia County said they broke up a massive party early Saturday at a short-term rental home in Volusia County.
Recurring crocodile in Brevard County reportedly kills dog
A crocodile that has repeatedly returned to a Brevard County neighborhood after being relocated is once again drawing concern — this time after reportedly killing a dog.
A crocodile that has repeatedly returned to a Brevard County neighborhood after being relocated is once again drawing concern — this time after reportedly killing a dog.
Florida man found guilty of killing pregnant girlfriend in Sanford
A Seminole County jury convicted Donovan Faison of first-degree murder in the 2022 death of his pregnant girlfriend, Kaylin Fiengo.
A Seminole County jury convicted Donovan Faison of first-degree murder in the 2022 death of his pregnant girlfriend, Kaylin Fiengo.
Mount Dora aims to restore infrastructure damaged in flash flood
The city had 14 to 19 inches of rain within a short period of time, Megan Milanese, Director of Lake County’s Emergency Management, said. This “significant" flash flooding – particularly in Mount Dora and Eustis – contributed to vehicle damage, road closure and infrastructure impact.
The city had 14 to 19 inches of rain within a short period of time, Megan Milanese, Director of Lake County’s Emergency Management, said. This “significant" flash flooding – particularly in Mount Dora and Eustis – contributed to vehicle damage, road closure and infrastructure impact.
Croc kills Golden Retriever dog, residents express fear
A crocodile, who keeps finding its way back to Brevard County, now has residents concerned again after it kills a Golden Retriever.
A crocodile, who keeps finding its way back to Brevard County, now has residents concerned again after it kills a Golden Retriever.
Teen student, Shannon Rushing, killed by car by school
18-year-old high school senior, Shannon Rushing, was killed by a car as she was walking to the bus stop on Oct. 27. "Heartbroken" with the news, the Ocala Police Department are investigating what happened. Parents, teachers and students are in mourning and discuss their shock and concern.
18-year-old high school senior, Shannon Rushing, was killed by a car as she was walking to the bus stop on Oct. 27. "Heartbroken" with the news, the Ocala Police Department are investigating what happened. Parents, teachers and students are in mourning and discuss their shock and concern.
Merritt Island roads underwater after flash flooding
Pastures, roads and homes are under water after an Oct. 26 flash flooding. Residents told FOX 35's Esther Bower they're shocked to see this much rain, though there hasn't been a hurricane. Now, residents are struggling to keep water from inside their homes.
Pastures, roads and homes are under water after an Oct. 26 flash flooding. Residents told FOX 35's Esther Bower they're shocked to see this much rain, though there hasn't been a hurricane. Now, residents are struggling to keep water from inside their homes.
Mount Dora flash flood displaces residents
Mount Dora residents react to an Oct. 26 flash flood that destroyed Donnelly Street, Wolf Branch and a created a "Grand Canyon-like" ravine behind Waterman Village – a lake-side retirement community – that had a storm water breach.
Mount Dora residents react to an Oct. 26 flash flood that destroyed Donnelly Street, Wolf Branch and a created a "Grand Canyon-like" ravine behind Waterman Village – a lake-side retirement community – that had a storm water breach.
Eustis farm recovers after "unexpected" overnight storm
Amber Brooke Farms in Eustis is hoping repair damages after an Oct. 26 storm, including replanting sunflowers and fields for their u-pick activities.
Amber Brooke Farms in Eustis is hoping repair damages after an Oct. 26 storm, including replanting sunflowers and fields for their u-pick activities.
Lake County flash flooding update: Full news conference
Lake County Emergency Management and Mount Dora officials held a press conference to provide an update on the flooding impacts and aftermath after Sunday's torrential rain.
Lake County Emergency Management and Mount Dora officials held a press conference to provide an update on the flooding impacts and aftermath after Sunday's torrential rain.
Rep. Randy Fine slams Democrats while talking Florida flooding
Florida Rep. Randy Fine slammed Democrats amid the ongoing government shutdown while addressing the widespread flooding that happened in Lake County. Several inches of rain fell in Lake County, specifically in Eustis and Mount Dora.
Florida Rep. Randy Fine slammed Democrats amid the ongoing government shutdown while addressing the widespread flooding that happened in Lake County. Several inches of rain fell in Lake County, specifically in Eustis and Mount Dora.
Lake County Emergency Management update on flooding
Megan Milanese, Lake County Emergency Management, provides a status update after several areas were flooded or washed out in Sunday's torrential rains.
Megan Milanese, Lake County Emergency Management, provides a status update after several areas were flooded or washed out in Sunday's torrential rains.
Florida flash flooding updates: State of emergencies, sandbags, rainfall totals
Live updates: Officials are evaluating damage and impacts after several inches of rain fell on portions of Brevard County and Lake County Sunday night, flooding streets, yards, and some homes.
Live updates: Officials are evaluating damage and impacts after several inches of rain fell on portions of Brevard County and Lake County Sunday night, flooding streets, yards, and some homes.
Forest High School senior hit, killed on way to bus stop, Ocala police say
The student was reportedly hit by a car as she was walking to a bus stop and died from her injuries, Ocala Police said.
The student was reportedly hit by a car as she was walking to a bus stop and died from her injuries, Ocala Police said.