Mount Dora's 'expensive build' to fix road from storm
After Lake County spent $300K to fix Donnelly Street after Hurricane Milton, the city will now reportedly spend more to re-do the street after it collapsed in an Oct. 26 storm. The Florida Department of Transportation is currently working on restoring damaged roads.
Disney’s Magic Kingdom remains most visited park in the world, report says
Disney’s magic remained strong last year as Magic Kingdom was again the most visited theme park in the world, a new industry attendance report says.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings talks SNAP suspension
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings spoke about assisting SNAP recipients -- 175,000 SNAP recipients live in Orange County -- after benefits are suspended starting Nov. 1 due to the government shutdown. The county's current budget allocated $5.3 million to the Second Harvest Food Bank.
State Attorney Worrell on Jacoby Tillman bond revoked
State Attorney Monique Worrell for Orange and Osceola counties discussed the process of getting Jacoby Tillman's bond revoke and shared his current charges during an Oct. 29, 2025 press conference.
Florida State Attorney Monique Worrell on Q3 trial stats
State Attorney Monique Worrell for Orange and Osceola counties discussed conviction rate statistics for quarter 3 in her district, including rates for sex crimes, violence and felony domestic violence crimes.
'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.
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.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.