Man accused of shooting up Astor neighborhood street
A Lake County man is facing charges after allegedly firing multiple rounds at neighboring homes in an Astor neighborhood, authorities said. Deputies arrested 48-year-old Carlo Varallo on Tuesday after witnesses reported he had aimed a handgun at a home on Ash Lane and fired several shots over three days, according to the arrest report.
A Lake County man is facing charges after allegedly firing multiple rounds at neighboring homes in an Astor neighborhood, authorities said. Deputies arrested 48-year-old Carlo Varallo on Tuesday after witnesses reported he had aimed a handgun at a home on Ash Lane and fired several shots over three days, according to the arrest report.
Orlando teen drowns after kayaking, paddleboarding with 5 others
A teenager?s body was recovered Thursday from Lake Whippoorwill in the Lake Nona area after hours of search efforts by dive teams, police said.
A teenager?s body was recovered Thursday from Lake Whippoorwill in the Lake Nona area after hours of search efforts by dive teams, police said.
Carnival cruise ship 'Paradise' saves people drifting at sea in small raft
A Carnival cruise ship rescued five people drifting in a makeshift raft off the coast of Cuba on Wednesday, officials said.
A Carnival cruise ship rescued five people drifting in a makeshift raft off the coast of Cuba on Wednesday, officials said.
DNA links suspect in Ohio to 2023 sexual assault in Florida, police say
A 33-year-old man has been arrested in Ohio in connection to a 2023 sexual assault in Cocoa Beach, police said Wednesday. Brendon Alladin Miller was taken into custody in Cincinnati after investigators said DNA evidence linked him to a sexual battery case from January 2023.
A 33-year-old man has been arrested in Ohio in connection to a 2023 sexual assault in Cocoa Beach, police said Wednesday. Brendon Alladin Miller was taken into custody in Cincinnati after investigators said DNA evidence linked him to a sexual battery case from January 2023.
Sanford pastor accused of sex crimes denied bond
A Seminole County pastor accused of sexually abusing children will remain in jail without bond following his extradition from Virginia, authorities said. Yyersson David Solarte Basto, 33, was arrested on May 7 by police in Prince William County, Virginia, while on a family trip.
A Seminole County pastor accused of sexually abusing children will remain in jail without bond following his extradition from Virginia, authorities said. Yyersson David Solarte Basto, 33, was arrested on May 7 by police in Prince William County, Virginia, while on a family trip.
Carnival cruise ship saves 5 people drifting at sea in small raft
Five people were rescued from the ocean after a Carnival cruise ship spotted a boat in distress off the coast of Cuba.
Five people were rescued from the ocean after a Carnival cruise ship spotted a boat in distress off the coast of Cuba.
FWC releases proposed bear hunt guidelines
Florida wildlife officials will review a proposal next week to establish an annual limited-entry black bear hunt ? the first such hunt in over a decade.
Florida wildlife officials will review a proposal next week to establish an annual limited-entry black bear hunt ? the first such hunt in over a decade.
Melbourne airport police officer fired after DUI crash
A Melbourne Orlando International Airport police officer has been fired after allegedly driving drunk, crashing a work vehicle, and leaving the scene, officials said. Patrick White was arrested Tuesday after police say he rear-ended another vehicle off Malabar Road and Babcock Street while off duty and under the influence.
A Melbourne Orlando International Airport police officer has been fired after allegedly driving drunk, crashing a work vehicle, and leaving the scene, officials said. Patrick White was arrested Tuesday after police say he rear-ended another vehicle off Malabar Road and Babcock Street while off duty and under the influence.
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood joins high-speed pursuit
A suspect fleeing from a traffic stop in New Smyrna Beach unknowingly led law enforcement on a high-speed chase ? tailed by none other than Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood himself.
A suspect fleeing from a traffic stop in New Smyrna Beach unknowingly led law enforcement on a high-speed chase ? tailed by none other than Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood himself.
Alligator spotted in Oviedo storm drain during inspection
An alligator was found in a Central Florida storm drain, this time during a routine pipe inspection in Oviedo, officials said. A contractor was surveying underground lines near a lake when the reptile was discovered in a two-foot-wide drain. The inspector left the animal undisturbed and continued with the job.
An alligator was found in a Central Florida storm drain, this time during a routine pipe inspection in Oviedo, officials said. A contractor was surveying underground lines near a lake when the reptile was discovered in a two-foot-wide drain. The inspector left the animal undisturbed and continued with the job.
Attorney John Morgan continues push for new political party
Prominent Orlando attorney John Morgan is advancing efforts to form a new political party, positioning it as a centrist alternative to what he calls the extremes of the Republican and Democratic parties.
Prominent Orlando attorney John Morgan is advancing efforts to form a new political party, positioning it as a centrist alternative to what he calls the extremes of the Republican and Democratic parties.
$5K reward offered in attack at assisted living facility
Authorities are offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the person who attacked a 90-year-old woman at an assisted living facility in the Doctor Phillips area.
Authorities are offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the person who attacked a 90-year-old woman at an assisted living facility in the Doctor Phillips area.
FSU shooting report reveals timeline, gunman's actions
A newly released investigative report reveals additional details about the on-campus shooting at Florida State University (FSU) in April, which left two people dead and five others injured.
A newly released investigative report reveals additional details about the on-campus shooting at Florida State University (FSU) in April, which left two people dead and five others injured.
Teen sentenced in accidental shooting of childhood friend
Aaden Torres, 17, was sentenced to five years in prison and two years probation after pleading guilty to manslaughter and possession of a firearm by a minor. The 2023 shooting, which killed Torres' childhood friend Jacob Ferrell, was described by prosecutors as a tragic accident.
Aaden Torres, 17, was sentenced to five years in prison and two years probation after pleading guilty to manslaughter and possession of a firearm by a minor. The 2023 shooting, which killed Torres' childhood friend Jacob Ferrell, was described by prosecutors as a tragic accident.
Orlando teen drowns after kayaking, paddleboarding
A teen drowned after entering a lake near the Cortland Nona apartments with five others to kayak and paddle board, police say.
A teen drowned after entering a lake near the Cortland Nona apartments with five others to kayak and paddle board, police say.
Welcome to Rockville festival Kicks off in Daytona Beach
The largest rock music festival in North America is underway in Daytona Beach, where more than 200,000 people are expected to attend the four-day Welcome to Rockville Festival. With scorching temperatures expected, organizers say they?ve prioritized hydration and shade, adding misting stations, cool-down buses, and refillable water areas to help fans stay safe.
The largest rock music festival in North America is underway in Daytona Beach, where more than 200,000 people are expected to attend the four-day Welcome to Rockville Festival. With scorching temperatures expected, organizers say they?ve prioritized hydration and shade, adding misting stations, cool-down buses, and refillable water areas to help fans stay safe.
Florida bear hunt: FWC releases proposed guidelines of what would become annual event
Florida wildlife officials will review a proposal next week to establish an annual limited-entry black bear hunt — the first such hunt in over a decade. The proposal summary was posted ahead of a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission meeting in Ocala.
Florida wildlife officials will review a proposal next week to establish an annual limited-entry black bear hunt — the first such hunt in over a decade. The proposal summary was posted ahead of a Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission meeting in Ocala.
Florida judge's "exceptionally bad jokes" get him suspended
An investigative panel says the judge's behavior damaged public perception of the judiciary.
An investigative panel says the judge's behavior damaged public perception of the judiciary.
Florida becomes 2nd state to ban fluoride from water system after DeSantis bill signing
Florida has become the second state to ban fluoride from its water systems following a bill signed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday.
Florida has become the second state to ban fluoride from its water systems following a bill signed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday.
Gov. DeSantis on Florida death penalty: I support it
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference at 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, at Simpson Lakes in Dade City. Although the main topic of the event was the signing of a new ill to protect against forced medication and to bolster agriculture, DeSantis discussed the death penalty during the question and answer segment of the event.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference at 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, at Simpson Lakes in Dade City. Although the main topic of the event was the signing of a new ill to protect against forced medication and to bolster agriculture, DeSantis discussed the death penalty during the question and answer segment of the event.