Florida

An arrest in the 2011 disappearance of Orlando mother Michelle Parker is renewing hope for families still searching for answers in missing-person cases, including the family of Sara Ebersole, who vanished from Marion County more than three years ago.

A 79-year-old man lost control of his SUV, crashing into Tattletales Learning Center in Orange County, injuring three children, a daycare instructor, and the driver, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A 16-year-old gunman opened fire at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, killing three children, ages 5, 8 and 11, and a teacher, according to police.

Groveland officials are developing a five-year plan to upgrade aging equipment and prevent future water outages after three disruptions and multiple boil-water notices.

Walt Disney World's Dapper Dans are celebrating 55 years of entertaining guests at Magic Kingdom with their signature barbershop harmonies, vintage chimes, and upbeat performances along Main Street, U.S.A.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has sued Discord, accusing the social platform of failing to adequately protect children from sexual predators and verify users’ ages.

Biketoberfest is underway in Daytona Beach, with an estimated 100,000 motorcycle enthusiasts expected to visit Volusia County through Sunday.

Severe drainage washouts in Mount Dora’s Summerbrooke neighborhood remain unresolved a year after a rainstorm damaged areas near retaining walls, raising concerns about home foundations and safety.

Human remains discovered in a wooded area in Sanford nearly 30 years ago have been identified as John Richard Moulis, a Wisconsin native who was reported missing in Orange County in January 1997, police said.

Dale Smith Jr., who is accused of killing his former fiancée Michelle Parker, was ordered held without bond following a court appearance nearly 15 years after her disappearance.

A vehicle crashed into the Tattletales Learning Center in Pine Hills, Florida, at approximately 3:30 p.m., sending children and the driver to the hospital.

Biketoberfest is bringing thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts to Daytona Beach for four days of custom bikes, live music, racing, and scenic rides.

Eustis residents are pushing back against a proposal to sell the city-owned waterfront community center to a private developer.

Michelle Parker’s father expressed relief after her ex-fiancé, Dale Smith Jr., was arrested on a second-degree murder charge nearly 15 years after she disappeared. “Thank God. I pray every day for 15 years,” he said.