Tropical storm watch in Texas as tropical threat nears
The National Hurricane Center is tracking Potential Tropical System 1 in Texas, near the Gulf. Heavy rainfall and potential flash flooded is expected in several coastal states, including parts of Texas, Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and the Florida Panhandle. The system is expected to strengthen and could become Tropical Storm Arthur, the first tropical storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.
The National Hurricane Center is tracking Potential Tropical System 1 in Texas, near the Gulf. Heavy rainfall and potential flash flooded is expected in several coastal states, including parts of Texas, Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and the Florida Panhandle. The system is expected to strengthen and could become Tropical Storm Arthur, the first tropical storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.
Former 'ex-gay' ministry leader Alan Chambers pleads not guilty to child solicitation charges
Former Exodus International ministry leader Alan Manning Chambers has entered a formal plea of not guilty to felony charges including child solicitation and transmitting harmful material to a minor.
Former Exodus International ministry leader Alan Manning Chambers has entered a formal plea of not guilty to felony charges including child solicitation and transmitting harmful material to a minor.
Police drain Deltona pond in search for Nicole Baldwin
Mount Dora police are draining and searching a four-acre retention pond in Deltona as part of the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Nicole Baldwin, a Lake County mother who has been missing since November 2023.
Mount Dora police are draining and searching a four-acre retention pond in Deltona as part of the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Nicole Baldwin, a Lake County mother who has been missing since November 2023.
Partner of Florida woman mauled to death by dogs released on bond in animal neglect case
Donnell Smith, the longtime partner of a Cocoa woman killed in a horrific neighborhood dog mauling last month, has bonded out of jail following his arrest on separate animal cruelty charges.
Donnell Smith, the longtime partner of a Cocoa woman killed in a horrific neighborhood dog mauling last month, has bonded out of jail following his arrest on separate animal cruelty charges.
Nicole Baldwin: Police draining Deltona pond in search for Lake County woman missing since 2023
The Mount Dora Police Department is conducting a new search operation as part of its ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Nicole Baldwin, who has been missing since late 2023.
The Mount Dora Police Department is conducting a new search operation as part of its ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Nicole Baldwin, who has been missing since late 2023.
Level99 sets opening date for Disney Springs location
Level99, the interactive gaming venue, has announced an opening date for its new Disney Springs location.
Level99, the interactive gaming venue, has announced an opening date for its new Disney Springs location.
Pedestrian killed in crash on US-27 in Lady Lake, police say
A pedestrian died early Tuesday after being hit by two vehicles on US-27, and police are looking for the driver of a vehicle that left the scene.
A pedestrian died early Tuesday after being hit by two vehicles on US-27, and police are looking for the driver of a vehicle that left the scene.
Disney World launches 2-park ticket offer for summer and fall
Walt Disney World has announced a new two-park ticket offer for theme park visits this summer and fall.
Walt Disney World has announced a new two-park ticket offer for theme park visits this summer and fall.
Sea turtle nesting season off to record start in Volusia County
Sea turtle nesting season is off to a record start in Volusia County, with more than 700 nests counted so far and about five months still remaining in the season.
Sea turtle nesting season is off to a record start in Volusia County, with more than 700 nests counted so far and about five months still remaining in the season.
Mother shoots intruder after alleged threats to her and children
A Palm Coast mother shot a man who allegedly forced his way into her home, threatened her and her children, and refused to leave, authorities said.
A Palm Coast mother shot a man who allegedly forced his way into her home, threatened her and her children, and refused to leave, authorities said.
Record sargassum levels raise concerns along Florida beaches
Record amounts of sargassum seaweed washing onto Florida beaches are raising health concerns as the decomposing algae releases gases that can irritate the eyes, nose and throat.
Record amounts of sargassum seaweed washing onto Florida beaches are raising health concerns as the decomposing algae releases gases that can irritate the eyes, nose and throat.
Boyfriend of dog-mauling victim charged after 3 dogs found dead inside Brevard County trailer
The boyfriend of a Brevard County woman who was fatally mauled by dogs last month has been arrested on animal cruelty charges after investigators found three dogs dead inside a travel trailer.
The boyfriend of a Brevard County woman who was fatally mauled by dogs last month has been arrested on animal cruelty charges after investigators found three dogs dead inside a travel trailer.
Boyfriend of dog-mauling victim charged after 3 dogs found dead
The boyfriend of a Brevard County woman who was fatally mauled by dogs last month has been arrested on animal cruelty charges after investigators found three dogs dead inside a travel trailer.
The boyfriend of a Brevard County woman who was fatally mauled by dogs last month has been arrested on animal cruelty charges after investigators found three dogs dead inside a travel trailer.
2 hospitalized, gunman dead after shooting in Osceola County: Deputies
An apparent domestic-related shooting at a Kissimmee-area apartment complex left two people seriously injured and the suspected gunman dead, authorities said.
An apparent domestic-related shooting at a Kissimmee-area apartment complex left two people seriously injured and the suspected gunman dead, authorities said.
Clermont police call shooting a premeditated killing
A Clermont man has been arrested and charged with premeditated murder in a deadly shooting last month.
A Clermont man has been arrested and charged with premeditated murder in a deadly shooting last month.
Sea turtle nesting season off to record start in Volusia County
Sea turtle nesting season is off to a record start in Volusia County, with more than 700 nests counted so far and about five months still remaining in the season.
Sea turtle nesting season is off to a record start in Volusia County, with more than 700 nests counted so far and about five months still remaining in the season.
Longwood intersection project would expand lanes, affect 11 properties
A major roadway improvement project planned for a busy Longwood intersection would require property acquisitions from 11 nearby businesses as officials work to ease congestion and improve safety.
A major roadway improvement project planned for a busy Longwood intersection would require property acquisitions from 11 nearby businesses as officials work to ease congestion and improve safety.
Anna Kepner case: Accused killer Timothy Hudson ordered into custody
The Florida teen accused of attacking and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard a family cruise vacation has had his release conditions revoked and has been ordered into custody of the U.S. Marshals Service, according to newly-unsealed court documents.
The Florida teen accused of attacking and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard a family cruise vacation has had his release conditions revoked and has been ordered into custody of the U.S. Marshals Service, according to newly-unsealed court documents.
Universal Epic Universe to debut nighttime spectacular
Universal Orlando will debut a new nighttime show at Epic Universe starting July 7, adding fireworks to the park’s end-of-day entertainment.
Universal Orlando will debut a new nighttime show at Epic Universe starting July 7, adding fireworks to the park’s end-of-day entertainment.
Man accused of threatening teens with knives over go-kart noise
A Lake County man was arrested after authorities said he threatened two teenagers with knives during a dispute over noise from a go-kart they were repairing.
A Lake County man was arrested after authorities said he threatened two teenagers with knives during a dispute over noise from a go-kart they were repairing.