Florida man accused of killing his wife after argument.
William Elwood Simmons, 80, was arrested on a first-degree murder charge after his wife, Nancy Lee Simmons, 83 – who was found unresponsive in the kitchen. When investigators asked Simmons if he knew what had happened, he responded saying, "I do know what happened, I did it," the affidavit said.
William Elwood Simmons, 80, was arrested on a first-degree murder charge after his wife, Nancy Lee Simmons, 83 – who was found unresponsive in the kitchen. When investigators asked Simmons if he knew what had happened, he responded saying, "I do know what happened, I did it," the affidavit said.
Daytona Beach brush fire update | Full news conference
Daytona Beach Fire Chief Dru Driscoll provides an update on the Bennett Field Fire burning near the Mosaic neighborhood, where 80 homes have been evacuated.
Daytona Beach Fire Chief Dru Driscoll provides an update on the Bennett Field Fire burning near the Mosaic neighborhood, where 80 homes have been evacuated.
Live | Orange County Sheriff John Mina: Suspect shot after not following deputy orders
The Orange County Sheriff's office responded to a Walmart on East Colonial Drive regarding reports of a man attempting to steal from the store. When deputies arrived, the man – later identified as Jason Anthony Beal, 48 – was walking out of the store wearing a ski mask and pushing a shopping cart full of merchandise, Sheriff John Mina said. "The deputy gave the man numerous commands to stop. The man did not comply with those commands," the sheriff said. The deputy fired his taser, which didn't have any effect and, "shortly after that, the deputy could be heard saying, ‘Don’t reach, don't reach,' three times and then our deputy fires his service weapons at the suspect, striking him several times."
The Orange County Sheriff's office responded to a Walmart on East Colonial Drive regarding reports of a man attempting to steal from the store. When deputies arrived, the man – later identified as Jason Anthony Beal, 48 – was walking out of the store wearing a ski mask and pushing a shopping cart full of merchandise, Sheriff John Mina said. "The deputy gave the man numerous commands to stop. The man did not comply with those commands," the sheriff said. The deputy fired his taser, which didn't have any effect and, "shortly after that, the deputy could be heard saying, ‘Don’t reach, don't reach,' three times and then our deputy fires his service weapons at the suspect, striking him several times."
Orlando Airport welcomes first ZIPAIR Tokyo to Orlando Flight
For the first time, ZIPAIR passengers touched down in Orlando from Tokyo’s Narita International Airport. This charter service marks a special historic partnership between ZIPAIR and Orlando International Airport.
For the first time, ZIPAIR passengers touched down in Orlando from Tokyo’s Narita International Airport. This charter service marks a special historic partnership between ZIPAIR and Orlando International Airport.
Daytona Beach Fire Department: Brush fire spreads to over 100-acres
Press Conference | The Daytona Beach Fire Department updated the public on a brush fire that started at 20 t0 25 acres on Monday morning, Feb. 23 and grew to over 100 acres throughout the day. Homes in the Mosaic subdivision were being evacuated with a 30-foot fire line behind the homes. Eighty homes have been evacuated.
Press Conference | The Daytona Beach Fire Department updated the public on a brush fire that started at 20 t0 25 acres on Monday morning, Feb. 23 and grew to over 100 acres throughout the day. Homes in the Mosaic subdivision were being evacuated with a 30-foot fire line behind the homes. Eighty homes have been evacuated.
Daytona Beach residents evacuating after over 100-acre brush fire
Residents of the Mosaic subdivision in Daytona Beach are evacuating due to a brush fire that's growing to over 100 acres. Smoke, filling the sky is visible for miles off of LPGA Boulevard.
Residents of the Mosaic subdivision in Daytona Beach are evacuating due to a brush fire that's growing to over 100 acres. Smoke, filling the sky is visible for miles off of LPGA Boulevard.
Boy, 5, hit in e-bike hit-and-run crash in Volusia County
The Volusia County Sheriff's Office is looking to talk with two people who were on an e-bike over the weekend in Daytona Beach and crashed into a 5-year-old boy. VSO said the crash happened Saturday afternoon near Sun Splash Park in Daytona Beach. The 5-year-old boy was headed toward the water to fill up his beach bucket, but the e-bike riders crashed into him, VSO said. The boy was taken to the hospital and determined to have minor injuries. Witnesses told deputies that the two riders – described as teenagers, a male and female – stopped briefly, apologized, and then pedaled away.
The Volusia County Sheriff's Office is looking to talk with two people who were on an e-bike over the weekend in Daytona Beach and crashed into a 5-year-old boy. VSO said the crash happened Saturday afternoon near Sun Splash Park in Daytona Beach. The 5-year-old boy was headed toward the water to fill up his beach bucket, but the e-bike riders crashed into him, VSO said. The boy was taken to the hospital and determined to have minor injuries. Witnesses told deputies that the two riders – described as teenagers, a male and female – stopped briefly, apologized, and then pedaled away.
Orlando AM Weather Forecast: Smoke, fire, burn bans across Central Florida
With wind gusts over 25 miles per hour and a dry climate, brush fire broke out across Central Florida. One fire, spanning over 100 acres in Daytona Beach, caused evacuations.
With wind gusts over 25 miles per hour and a dry climate, brush fire broke out across Central Florida. One fire, spanning over 100 acres in Daytona Beach, caused evacuations.
12-year-old Volusia County student arrested in school shooting plot
12-year-old Josephine Simmons-Peters was arrested after detectives received a tip about a plan to shoot students and a teacher at Southwestern Middle School in Volusia County. Josephine is facing multiple charges, including written threats to kill and misuse of a two-way communication device.
12-year-old Josephine Simmons-Peters was arrested after detectives received a tip about a plan to shoot students and a teacher at Southwestern Middle School in Volusia County. Josephine is facing multiple charges, including written threats to kill and misuse of a two-way communication device.
Orange County deputy shot Walmart shoplifting suspect after not complying
An Orange County deputy told a shoplifting suspect not to reach for his weapon three times before shooting him, the sheriff's office says. The Orange County Sheriff's office responded to a Walmart on East Colonial Drive regarding reports of a man attempting to steal from the store. After not complying with multiple commands, a deputy shot Jason Anthony Beal, 48.
An Orange County deputy told a shoplifting suspect not to reach for his weapon three times before shooting him, the sheriff's office says. The Orange County Sheriff's office responded to a Walmart on East Colonial Drive regarding reports of a man attempting to steal from the store. After not complying with multiple commands, a deputy shot Jason Anthony Beal, 48.
Brush fire spreads across South Daytona Beach
FOX 35's Noah Bergren talks wind speeds and Florida drought as a brush fire spreads throughout South Daytona, with evacuations taking place on Cyan Avenue on Feb. 23.
FOX 35's Noah Bergren talks wind speeds and Florida drought as a brush fire spreads throughout South Daytona, with evacuations taking place on Cyan Avenue on Feb. 23.
Volusia Sheriff update on school threat arrest | Full remarks
A 12-year-old has been arrested, accused of posting a lengthy manifesto, part of an alleged mass shooting plot towards a teacher and students Southwestern Middle School in DeLand, Florida. The student alleged bullying, according to the arrest affidavit. The student was arrested on charges of making written threats to kill and misuse of a 2-way communication device. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood talked to reporters about the arrest, the investigation, and next steps.
A 12-year-old has been arrested, accused of posting a lengthy manifesto, part of an alleged mass shooting plot towards a teacher and students Southwestern Middle School in DeLand, Florida. The student alleged bullying, according to the arrest affidavit. The student was arrested on charges of making written threats to kill and misuse of a 2-way communication device. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood talked to reporters about the arrest, the investigation, and next steps.
Clermont cracks down on e-bike 'street takeovers'
Clermont is the latest city in the Central Florida area to address concerns about e-bike regulations. In a letter to its residents on Feb. 20, Clermont said it's taking steps to address the "dangerous" and "unlawful behavior" coming from some people operating e-bikes.
Clermont is the latest city in the Central Florida area to address concerns about e-bike regulations. In a letter to its residents on Feb. 20, Clermont said it's taking steps to address the "dangerous" and "unlawful behavior" coming from some people operating e-bikes.
Orlando residents armor pets after coyotes attack animals
Some Orlando residents are outfitting their pets with armor following attacks by coyotes. A Chihuahua named Ben now wears a spiked canvas outfit after being attacked in broad daylight, and neighbors are taking extra precautions for their animals.
Some Orlando residents are outfitting their pets with armor following attacks by coyotes. A Chihuahua named Ben now wears a spiked canvas outfit after being attacked in broad daylight, and neighbors are taking extra precautions for their animals.
Eustis Police search for driver in Lakeshore Drive hit-and-run
Authorities are searching for a hit-and-run driver who killed a 48-year-old woman riding her bicycle Friday morning. Tracy Schievenin was struck from behind on Lakeshore Drive and died at the scene. Police have no description of the vehicle or driver.
Authorities are searching for a hit-and-run driver who killed a 48-year-old woman riding her bicycle Friday morning. Tracy Schievenin was struck from behind on Lakeshore Drive and died at the scene. Police have no description of the vehicle or driver.
Teen killed by off-duty deputy during alleged Walmart shoplifting
A 16-year-old boy was shot and killed by an off-duty Osceola County sheriff’s deputy during an alleged shoplifting incident at a Walmart, authorities said. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is investigating the shooting to determine whether the deputy’s actions were justified.
A 16-year-old boy was shot and killed by an off-duty Osceola County sheriff’s deputy during an alleged shoplifting incident at a Walmart, authorities said. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is investigating the shooting to determine whether the deputy’s actions were justified.
Woman accused of cinder block attack, using drugs while in custody
A Florida woman faces multiple felony charges after allegedly throwing a cinder block through a family’s car window and then using drugs in a patrol car on the way to jail, deputies said.
A Florida woman faces multiple felony charges after allegedly throwing a cinder block through a family’s car window and then using drugs in a patrol car on the way to jail, deputies said.
Orange County seeks higher federal payments for housing ICE detainees
Leaders in Orange County are pressing the federal government to increase reimbursement rates for inmates housed at the county jail on behalf of U.S. immigration authorities.
Leaders in Orange County are pressing the federal government to increase reimbursement rates for inmates housed at the county jail on behalf of U.S. immigration authorities.
Artemis II: NASA moon mission cleared for March launch after successful test
All systems are “go” for Artemis II, with liftoff targeted for March 6 from Cape Canaveral following what officials described as a “very successful” second wet dress rehearsal.
All systems are “go” for Artemis II, with liftoff targeted for March 6 from Cape Canaveral following what officials described as a “very successful” second wet dress rehearsal.
City exploring new ways to fix debilitating sound from water plant
Residents living near a municipal water pump station in Melbourne say a high-pitched hum from the facility has become a constant and debilitating presence in their neighborhood.
Residents living near a municipal water pump station in Melbourne say a high-pitched hum from the facility has become a constant and debilitating presence in their neighborhood.