Artemis II astronauts visit Kennedy Space Center after historic moon mission
More than three months after embarking on a historic voyage around the Moon, the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission returned to the Space Coast on Wednesday, July 8 to visit the site where their journey began. It marks the first time astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Jeremy Hansen and Christina Koch have returned to NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) since their 10-day lunar test flight lifted off back in April 2026.
More than three months after embarking on a historic voyage around the Moon, the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission returned to the Space Coast on Wednesday, July 8 to visit the site where their journey began. It marks the first time astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Jeremy Hansen and Christina Koch have returned to NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) since their 10-day lunar test flight lifted off back in April 2026.
Shahidul Islam faces death penalty for role in sister-in-law's death
According to a new Florida law, the death penalty is an option for those who've committed a capital crime and are in the U.S. illegally. Shahidul Islam is a suspect in the death of his sister-in-law, 44-year-old victim Monica Islam, who was shot and killed in Mount Dora on May 2, 2025.
According to a new Florida law, the death penalty is an option for those who've committed a capital crime and are in the U.S. illegally. Shahidul Islam is a suspect in the death of his sister-in-law, 44-year-old victim Monica Islam, who was shot and killed in Mount Dora on May 2, 2025.
Reservations required for Blue Spring State Park staring July 15
Blue Spring State Park will soon require all day-use visitors, including annual passholders, pedestrians, and cyclists, to secure an online reservation before entering. The new policy aims to reduce traffic congestion at the gates, with booking opening today, July 8, ahead of full enforcement on July 15.
Blue Spring State Park will soon require all day-use visitors, including annual passholders, pedestrians, and cyclists, to secure an online reservation before entering. The new policy aims to reduce traffic congestion at the gates, with booking opening today, July 8, ahead of full enforcement on July 15.
Released video shows high-speed crash, killing 2
Aerial footage released by the Seminole County Sheriff's Office shows a suspect, identified as Marquavious Tayvon Wheaton, 26, speeding down U.S. Highway 17-92 before crashing into another vehicle. Two brothers in the second vehicle, Christopher J. Marier, 42, and Tyler M. Marier, 40, died.
Aerial footage released by the Seminole County Sheriff's Office shows a suspect, identified as Marquavious Tayvon Wheaton, 26, speeding down U.S. Highway 17-92 before crashing into another vehicle. Two brothers in the second vehicle, Christopher J. Marier, 42, and Tyler M. Marier, 40, died.
Osceola County deputy-involved shooting update
An Osceola County deputy shot a man early Wednesday morning at a home in Kissimmee after responding to an emergency mental health call, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said. The man, 51, was rushed to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, officials said. The deputy is OK and was not seriously hurt, the sheriff's office said.
An Osceola County deputy shot a man early Wednesday morning at a home in Kissimmee after responding to an emergency mental health call, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said. The man, 51, was rushed to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, officials said. The deputy is OK and was not seriously hurt, the sheriff's office said.
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An Osceola County deputy shot a man overnight after responding to a 911 call near Kissimmee. That man has been taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Family called 911 about a family member experiencing a mental health crisis. Deputies said the man got into a physical fight with the deputy, and was then shot.
An Osceola County deputy shot a man overnight after responding to a 911 call near Kissimmee. That man has been taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Family called 911 about a family member experiencing a mental health crisis. Deputies said the man got into a physical fight with the deputy, and was then shot.
At least 10 families displaced after Windermere apartment fire
Fire officials suspect a lightning strike hit a Windermere apartment complex, setting it on fire. Parts of residents' homes that weren't destroyed by fire were flooded with water during fire crew's response. Now, at least 10 families are displaced, left wondering where they'll live next.
Fire officials suspect a lightning strike hit a Windermere apartment complex, setting it on fire. Parts of residents' homes that weren't destroyed by fire were flooded with water during fire crew's response. Now, at least 10 families are displaced, left wondering where they'll live next.
Florida sheriff responds to sergeant's arrest after trying to kiss woman, shove husband
A sergeant with the Volusia Sheriff's Office has resigned after he was reportedly intoxicated a New Smyrna Beach bar when he tried to kiss a 71-year-old woman and then push her 77-year-old husband. Sheriff Mike Chitwood reported the former sergeant checked himself into rehab.
A sergeant with the Volusia Sheriff's Office has resigned after he was reportedly intoxicated a New Smyrna Beach bar when he tried to kiss a 71-year-old woman and then push her 77-year-old husband. Sheriff Mike Chitwood reported the former sergeant checked himself into rehab.
Daytona Beach Shores moves to rename city to 'The Shores'
Officials say for years, residents and businesses have asked when they can officially drop "Daytona Beach" from the city's name. A 30-day city-facilitated survey brought in nearly 550 responses, with a whopping 66 percent voting "yes" to the change.
Officials say for years, residents and businesses have asked when they can officially drop "Daytona Beach" from the city's name. A 30-day city-facilitated survey brought in nearly 550 responses, with a whopping 66 percent voting "yes" to the change.
Residents react to deputy-involved shooting in Ocala neighborhood
Residents in an Ocala neighborhood called the area "peaceful." That's before a domestic disturbance call led to a deputy shooting an armed suspect. The Marion County Sheriff's Office says the man threatened the deputy with a gun, before the deputy fired. The man later died, the sheriff's office reported.
Residents in an Ocala neighborhood called the area "peaceful." That's before a domestic disturbance call led to a deputy shooting an armed suspect. The Marion County Sheriff's Office says the man threatened the deputy with a gun, before the deputy fired. The man later died, the sheriff's office reported.
2 dead after hit by drug trafficking suspect, deputies say
A suspect is in the hospital after he was involved in a deadly crash on July 7. The Seminole County Sheriff's Office said it attempted to pull over the man in a traffic stop, before he fled and ultimately crashed into a car, killing two people and injuring a third.
A suspect is in the hospital after he was involved in a deadly crash on July 7. The Seminole County Sheriff's Office said it attempted to pull over the man in a traffic stop, before he fled and ultimately crashed into a car, killing two people and injuring a third.
Pedestrian recounts being targeted by angry driver on Orange County road
James Thompson, who was crossing the street on June 30, thought he could die if he didn't try to evade an "angry driver" on the road. Authorities arrested Marcus Williams for allegedly repeatedly trying to hit Thompson with his car.
James Thompson, who was crossing the street on June 30, thought he could die if he didn't try to evade an "angry driver" on the road. Authorities arrested Marcus Williams for allegedly repeatedly trying to hit Thompson with his car.
Witnesses describe high-speed Seminole County crash killing 2
A deadly multi-vehicle crash came after an unsuccessful traffic stop by the Seminole County deputies. The sheriff's office reported that deputies attempted to stop a suspected drug trafficker, when the driver sped off and later hit another car while traveling over 100 mph.
A deadly multi-vehicle crash came after an unsuccessful traffic stop by the Seminole County deputies. The sheriff's office reported that deputies attempted to stop a suspected drug trafficker, when the driver sped off and later hit another car while traveling over 100 mph.
Ongoing Titusville flooding: How infrastructure updates could impact taxes
The city of Titusville’s stormwater system struggled to move water when three inches of rain fell in a few hours. Across town, residents reported flooding issues on July 6. Infrastructure updates could mean a tax hike for residents.
The city of Titusville’s stormwater system struggled to move water when three inches of rain fell in a few hours. Across town, residents reported flooding issues on July 6. Infrastructure updates could mean a tax hike for residents.
Man shot, killed after threatening deputy with gun, sheriff's office says
A man died after being shot by a Marion County sheriff's deputy during a domestic disturbance call in Ocala on Tuesday afternoon. Investigators stated the deputy opened fire to “eliminate a threat” after the man reportedly threatened the deputy with a gun. The deputy immediately rendered medical aid to the suspect, and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement has stepped in to conduct an independent investigation into the shooting.
A man died after being shot by a Marion County sheriff's deputy during a domestic disturbance call in Ocala on Tuesday afternoon. Investigators stated the deputy opened fire to “eliminate a threat” after the man reportedly threatened the deputy with a gun. The deputy immediately rendered medical aid to the suspect, and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement has stepped in to conduct an independent investigation into the shooting.
Caught on camera: Speeding Florida deputy loses control, crashes into pond
Dash camera footage captured the moment a Volusia County deputy sped through an off-ramp on I-95, speeding at 95 mph, before crashing into a pond. Florida Highway Patrol reported the deputy lost control on the road.
Dash camera footage captured the moment a Volusia County deputy sped through an off-ramp on I-95, speeding at 95 mph, before crashing into a pond. Florida Highway Patrol reported the deputy lost control on the road.
Suspected drug trafficker kills 2 in multi-car crash, deputies say
A suspected drug trafficker was speeding in Sanford, July 7, before hitting another vehicle and killing two people. A third person was rushed to the hospital and the suspect has been taken into custody.
A suspected drug trafficker was speeding in Sanford, July 7, before hitting another vehicle and killing two people. A third person was rushed to the hospital and the suspect has been taken into custody.
Osceola County cracks down on illegal parties at short term rentals
The Osceola County Sheriff's Office now has a specialized unit to track down and bust illegal parties at short term rentals. Over Fourth of July weekend, two of these raids resulted in the arrests of six people in connection to drug possession, underage drinking and resisting arrest charges, the sheriff's office said.
The Osceola County Sheriff's Office now has a specialized unit to track down and bust illegal parties at short term rentals. Over Fourth of July weekend, two of these raids resulted in the arrests of six people in connection to drug possession, underage drinking and resisting arrest charges, the sheriff's office said.
Volusia sergeant arrested after intoxicated bar fight, sheriff says
An off-duty Volusia Sheriff’s sergeant was arrested following a reported intoxicated altercation with a couple at a bar in New Smyrna Beach. The Volusia Sheriff's Office reported 44-year-old Jason Stickels attacked a 71-year-old woman and then turned on her 77-year-old husband when he tried to intervene.
An off-duty Volusia Sheriff’s sergeant was arrested following a reported intoxicated altercation with a couple at a bar in New Smyrna Beach. The Volusia Sheriff's Office reported 44-year-old Jason Stickels attacked a 71-year-old woman and then turned on her 77-year-old husband when he tried to intervene.
Medical examiner reports 'death roll' by alligator in deadly Florida attack
The Orange County Medical Examiner's Office has shared its preliminary report into the death of Brittany Clark. Clark was attacked and killed by an alligator while swimming at the Little Big Econ State Forest. She was swimming with her boyfriend and their friend. Two alligators were captured and killed after the attack. Bite marks matched one of them, the report said.
The Orange County Medical Examiner's Office has shared its preliminary report into the death of Brittany Clark. Clark was attacked and killed by an alligator while swimming at the Little Big Econ State Forest. She was swimming with her boyfriend and their friend. Two alligators were captured and killed after the attack. Bite marks matched one of them, the report said.