Former police chief resigned amid ethics investigation, FDLE says
A Florida Department of Law Enforcement investigation found that former Howey-in-the-Hills Police Chief Michael Giddens engaged in a sexual relationship with the estranged wife of a man he was investigating, leading to findings that he violated professional standards but committed no criminal offenses.
A Florida Department of Law Enforcement investigation found that former Howey-in-the-Hills Police Chief Michael Giddens engaged in a sexual relationship with the estranged wife of a man he was investigating, leading to findings that he violated professional standards but committed no criminal offenses.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak: Florida cases up to 106; county-by-county breakdown
More than 100 cases of Cyclosporiasis have been reported in Florida since the beginning of the year, more than half of those cases during the months of June and July, according to the Florida Department of Health.
More than 100 cases of Cyclosporiasis have been reported in Florida since the beginning of the year, more than half of those cases during the months of June and July, according to the Florida Department of Health.
Blue Angels surprises Florida beachgoers with low flyover, Navy launches review
A U.S. Navy jet stunned Florida beachgoers Wednesday when the aircraft flew close to the crowd during a Blue Angels flyover.
A U.S. Navy jet stunned Florida beachgoers Wednesday when the aircraft flew close to the crowd during a Blue Angels flyover.
Invasive African lizard spreads into downtown Orlando and beyond
A colorful invasive lizard native to Africa is becoming a more common sight in Central Florida, with populations now established in downtown Orlando and continuing to expand northward, wildlife experts say.
A colorful invasive lizard native to Africa is becoming a more common sight in Central Florida, with populations now established in downtown Orlando and continuing to expand northward, wildlife experts say.
Driver charged months after airborne DUI crash in West Melbourne
A West Melbourne woman is facing DUI and other charges months after investigators say she caused a violent crash that sent her pickup truck airborne before it slammed into several vehicles stopped at a red light, seriously injuring multiple people.
A West Melbourne woman is facing DUI and other charges months after investigators say she caused a violent crash that sent her pickup truck airborne before it slammed into several vehicles stopped at a red light, seriously injuring multiple people.
NHC: 2 disturbances flagged in the Atlantic, Gulf for possible tropical development
The National Hurricane Center has designated two areas of interest in the Gulf and the Atlantic Ocean for potential tropical development. So far, both areas have been given low odds of development.
The National Hurricane Center has designated two areas of interest in the Gulf and the Atlantic Ocean for potential tropical development. So far, both areas have been given low odds of development.
Volusia deputies arrest 2 men accused of stealing farm fencing
Two men have been arrested after Volusia County deputies say they stole thousands of dollars' worth of farm fencing and other property from multiple locations, then tried to sell the items on Facebook Marketplace for a fraction of their value.
Two men have been arrested after Volusia County deputies say they stole thousands of dollars' worth of farm fencing and other property from multiple locations, then tried to sell the items on Facebook Marketplace for a fraction of their value.
DCF reports raise questions after arrests in unlicensed care home case
Newly obtained Florida Department of Children and Families records are raising questions about why unlicensed care homes in Osceola County remained open despite repeated allegations of abuse and neglect before their owners were arrested.
Newly obtained Florida Department of Children and Families records are raising questions about why unlicensed care homes in Osceola County remained open despite repeated allegations of abuse and neglect before their owners were arrested.
Orlando to remove parking meters, shift to digital-only payments
Orlando is eliminating parking meters citywide and replacing them with a digital payment system in an effort to modernize parking and reduce maintenance costs.
Orlando is eliminating parking meters citywide and replacing them with a digital payment system in an effort to modernize parking and reduce maintenance costs.
Family threatens lawsuit after mistaken police takedown injures teen
A Melbourne police officer has resigned after body camera video showed officers tackling a 15-year-old boy they mistakenly believed was a missing juvenile, leaving the teen with a fractured elbow. The family's attorney now says they are seeking damages and could file a federal civil rights lawsuit if a settlement cannot be reached.
A Melbourne police officer has resigned after body camera video showed officers tackling a 15-year-old boy they mistakenly believed was a missing juvenile, leaving the teen with a fractured elbow. The family's attorney now says they are seeking damages and could file a federal civil rights lawsuit if a settlement cannot be reached.
Officer, neighbor rescue trapped dog after lightning sparks house fire
A lightning strike sparked a house fire in Ocoee last month, destroying much of a family's home and trapping their dog in the fenced backyard.
A lightning strike sparked a house fire in Ocoee last month, destroying much of a family's home and trapping their dog in the fenced backyard.
Fired Titusville police chief cited after rollover crash, council member says
A fired Titusville police chief who was not criminally charged after a rollover crash last month has now been cited for careless driving, according to a Titusville city council member.
A fired Titusville police chief who was not criminally charged after a rollover crash last month has now been cited for careless driving, according to a Titusville city council member.
Charges dropped against teen in deadly 2023 shooting
More than three years after 14-year-old Trevon Robinson was killed in a shooting outside Dezerland Park, prosecutors have dropped all charges against the teenager who had been accused in the case, saying they do not have enough evidence to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
More than three years after 14-year-old Trevon Robinson was killed in a shooting outside Dezerland Park, prosecutors have dropped all charges against the teenager who had been accused in the case, saying they do not have enough evidence to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
Florida man with bogus bladder trying to beat drug test busted pulling up to court-ordered drug class: FCSO
A 52-year-old Palm Coast man serving probation for multiple burglaries and thefts faces a slew of new charges after deputies caught him arriving for a court-ordered drug test with a concealed device designed to fake his urine sample.
A 52-year-old Palm Coast man serving probation for multiple burglaries and thefts faces a slew of new charges after deputies caught him arriving for a court-ordered drug test with a concealed device designed to fake his urine sample.
Ex-Florida cop, Ormond Beach sued after drunk arrestee slammed down in DUI investigation
A handcuffed woman has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the City of Ormond Beach and former police officer Jacob Ryan Cannon following a violent December 2024 interrogation room attack.
A handcuffed woman has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the City of Ormond Beach and former police officer Jacob Ryan Cannon following a violent December 2024 interrogation room attack.
Universal adds 'Stranger Things' show to Halloween Horror Nights lineup
The new lagoon show for this year's Halloween Horror Nights will be based on the hit Netflix series "Stranger Things," Universal Orlando has announced.
The new lagoon show for this year's Halloween Horror Nights will be based on the hit Netflix series "Stranger Things," Universal Orlando has announced.
Winter Park's Tuni gets a temporary home at former Miller's Hardware
Tuni is moving into the old Miller’s Hardware store, which closed after 80 years in business. Inside the space it is a mix of high style meets hardware. It’s the new arrangement in the midst of change. “It’s not going to be perfect, but it’s going to be different from this and it will work,” Tuni owner Paige Blackwelder said.
Tuni is moving into the old Miller’s Hardware store, which closed after 80 years in business. Inside the space it is a mix of high style meets hardware. It’s the new arrangement in the midst of change. “It’s not going to be perfect, but it’s going to be different from this and it will work,” Tuni owner Paige Blackwelder said.
Over 200 dogs up for adoption at Orange County shelter
Orange County Animal Services has over 200 dogs in its shelter looking for a new home. The shelter took to social media to report that every kennel is occupied and everyday more and more animals are seeking care and a new home.
Orange County Animal Services has over 200 dogs in its shelter looking for a new home. The shelter took to social media to report that every kennel is occupied and everyday more and more animals are seeking care and a new home.
Blue Spring State Park requires reservation for entry
Thinking of an outdoor adventure. While Blue Spring State Park offers canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding and hiking for the perfect outdoor summer adventure, the park will now only allow visitors who have an online reservation. Reservations can be made up to 60 days on advance on the Florida State Parks website.
Thinking of an outdoor adventure. While Blue Spring State Park offers canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding and hiking for the perfect outdoor summer adventure, the park will now only allow visitors who have an online reservation. Reservations can be made up to 60 days on advance on the Florida State Parks website.
FWC needs nuisance alligator trappers in north Volusia County: How to apply
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has officially opened applications to find local trappers for the North Volusia County area. To qualify for a trapping license, applicants must have a clean criminal record, possess a valid email address, and have no prior fish or wildlife law violations. All completed applications must be submitted by Tuesday, July 21.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has officially opened applications to find local trappers for the North Volusia County area. To qualify for a trapping license, applicants must have a clean criminal record, possess a valid email address, and have no prior fish or wildlife law violations. All completed applications must be submitted by Tuesday, July 21.