Orange County Sheriff: Violent crime, overall crime is down. Here are the numbers
Orange County Sheriff John Mina talks with Amy Kaufeldt about the latest crime states in Orange County, Florida. According to the agency, homicides are down 36%, violent crime is down 23%, and overall crime is down 19%.
Orange County Sheriff John Mina talks with Amy Kaufeldt about the latest crime states in Orange County, Florida. According to the agency, homicides are down 36%, violent crime is down 23%, and overall crime is down 19%.
Traffic Alert: Crash blocks I-4 eastbound in Seminole County
A crash has caused major traffic delays on I-4 eastbound near the Lake Mary Boulevard exit.
A crash has caused major traffic delays on I-4 eastbound near the Lake Mary Boulevard exit.
Concerns raised over neglected Lake County cemetery
Residents say Evergreen Cemetery in Leesburg has fallen into disrepair, with overgrown grass and debris surrounding gravesites.
Residents say Evergreen Cemetery in Leesburg has fallen into disrepair, with overgrown grass and debris surrounding gravesites.
Dead Lake Eola swans tested positive for bird flu
Over the span of nearly three weeks, 19 swans and 2 wild birds have been found dead at Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando. The birds have tested positive for Avian influenza, the City of Orlando said in a news release on Monday afternoon.
Over the span of nearly three weeks, 19 swans and 2 wild birds have been found dead at Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando. The birds have tested positive for Avian influenza, the City of Orlando said in a news release on Monday afternoon.
Convicted criminal and teen conspired against child, authorities say
New documents reveal the nightmare an 11-year-old boy went through after allegedly being kidnapped by a sex offender. A teenage boy is also accused of being involved in the alleged kidnapping plot, authorities said.
New documents reveal the nightmare an 11-year-old boy went through after allegedly being kidnapped by a sex offender. A teenage boy is also accused of being involved in the alleged kidnapping plot, authorities said.
Hundreds of fish, turtles found dead in Sanford pond
Hundreds of dead fish and several turtles were discovered in a pond near a construction site in Sanford, raising concerns among residents about the health of local waterways.
Hundreds of dead fish and several turtles were discovered in a pond near a construction site in Sanford, raising concerns among residents about the health of local waterways.
Customer’s car hit by gunfire after dispute at drive-through, authorities say
A customer says his car was struck by gunfire following an argument with an employee at a Checkers drive-through on West Colonial Drive, Orange County deputies reported.
A customer says his car was struck by gunfire following an argument with an employee at a Checkers drive-through on West Colonial Drive, Orange County deputies reported.
Lawns contributing to pollution in Indian River Lagoon, study finds
Grass clippings from residential lawns are worsening water quality in the Indian River Lagoon, researchers say, adding to issues like sewage spills and fish kills. A study by the Marine Conservation Association found that when grass enters the lagoon, nutrient levels spike within days, fueling algae blooms and preventing healthy seagrass growth.
Grass clippings from residential lawns are worsening water quality in the Indian River Lagoon, researchers say, adding to issues like sewage spills and fish kills. A study by the Marine Conservation Association found that when grass enters the lagoon, nutrient levels spike within days, fueling algae blooms and preventing healthy seagrass growth.
Orlando man accused of posing as mailman to steal packages
A man caught on camera impersonating a mail carrier is accused of stealing mail and packages across Orlando for the past year, authorities said.
A man caught on camera impersonating a mail carrier is accused of stealing mail and packages across Orlando for the past year, authorities said.
Police name woman killed in pedestrian accident in Cocoa
Authorities have identified a woman who was struck and killed while walking on a sidewalk in Cocoa as 25-year-old Lexis Jordan.
Authorities have identified a woman who was struck and killed while walking on a sidewalk in Cocoa as 25-year-old Lexis Jordan.
Couple accused in Instagram axe-attack robbery plot remains jailed
A couple from Orange County accused of luring a man through Instagram before assaulting and robbing him will remain in jail for now, authorities said.
A couple from Orange County accused of luring a man through Instagram before assaulting and robbing him will remain in jail for now, authorities said.
Venezuelan in Florida describes Maduro capture, what's next for country
Former Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking and weapons-related charges in court on Monday. It comes days after President Donald Trump announced U.S. military forces had captured both of them in an overnight, covert operation.
Former Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking and weapons-related charges in court on Monday. It comes days after President Donald Trump announced U.S. military forces had captured both of them in an overnight, covert operation.
Eustis police search for white SUV in attempted abduction case
Police in Eustis are asking the public for help locating a white SUV after a man allegedly attempted to abduct a woman in broad daylight over the weekend.
Police in Eustis are asking the public for help locating a white SUV after a man allegedly attempted to abduct a woman in broad daylight over the weekend.
New experiment proves grass clippings are a leading threat to Indian River Lagoon health
Grass clippings are polluting the Indian River Lagoon. ORCA research shows they fuel algae blooms that destroy seagrass habitats. Here's what the research showed
Grass clippings are polluting the Indian River Lagoon. ORCA research shows they fuel algae blooms that destroy seagrass habitats. Here's what the research showed
Venezuelans in Central Florida watch Maduro's ouster with caution
Venezuela’s former president Nicolás Maduro pleaded not guilty Monday to a sweeping set of federal charges in New York, marking his first public court appearance since his capture over the weekend and a dramatic fall from power for the longtime leader. In Central Florida, members of the Venezuelan diaspora said they do not expect immediate change for their nation, long gripped by political repression and economic collapse.
Venezuela’s former president Nicolás Maduro pleaded not guilty Monday to a sweeping set of federal charges in New York, marking his first public court appearance since his capture over the weekend and a dramatic fall from power for the longtime leader. In Central Florida, members of the Venezuelan diaspora said they do not expect immediate change for their nation, long gripped by political repression and economic collapse.
2026 tax brackets vs. 2025: Here’s what’s changed, other things to know
Your paycheck could stretch further in 2026 as the IRS raised tax brackets and deductions under Trump’s “big beautiful bill." Here’s what changes.
Your paycheck could stretch further in 2026 as the IRS raised tax brackets and deductions under Trump’s “big beautiful bill." Here’s what changes.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis calls Nicolás Maduro's leadership 'destructive'
During his Jan. 5 press conference in Sanderson, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis opened with remarks following Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's capture, saying that Maduro "deserves to be brought to justice."
During his Jan. 5 press conference in Sanderson, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis opened with remarks following Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's capture, saying that Maduro "deserves to be brought to justice."
Crews save dog stuck under overpass
The crew at the Orlando Fire Department’s Firehouse 11 saved a dog trapped under the 408 overpass at Lake Underhill.
The crew at the Orlando Fire Department’s Firehouse 11 saved a dog trapped under the 408 overpass at Lake Underhill.
Firefighters rescue dog trapped under Orlando overpass
The crew was able to bring the dog to Animal Control, which then took it to a shelter.
The crew was able to bring the dog to Animal Control, which then took it to a shelter.
Florida man attacked with axe in targeted robbery: ‘Absolutely terrifying’
Florida man attacked with axe in targeted robbery: ‘Absolutely terrifying’
Florida man attacked with axe in targeted robbery: ‘Absolutely terrifying’