Apopka tree worker hospitalized after 20-foot fall
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A professional tree trimmer remains in intensive care after falling about 20 feet while working in Apopka, according to his family.

Apopka considers 22% property tax rate increase amid budget concerns
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Apopka city commissioners are scheduled to vote Thursday on a proposed property tax rate increase that could generate about $11 million in additional revenue as the city works to address a budget shortfall.

5-year-old drowns at Osceola County vacation home, authorities say

A 5-year-old Brevard County boy died Monday after he was found unconscious in a swimming pool at a vacation rental in Osceola County, authorities said.

Amber Alert suspect dies after deputy-involved shooting
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A man accused of abducting a 13-year-old girl during an Amber Alert in Marion County died at a hospital after he was shot by deputies following a pursuit, authorities said.

Homicide suspect dies after pursuit ends in Titusville crash
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A homicide suspect from Daytona Beach died Monday night after crashing a vehicle into a pond at Sand Point Park following a police pursuit in Titusville, authorities said.

5-year-old boy drowns at Davenport vacation rental. deputies say
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A 5-year-old Brevard County boy died Monday after he was found at the bottom of a swimming pool at a vacation rental home in Davenport, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office.

Homicide suspect dies after crash and police pursuit in Titusville
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A homicide suspect from Volusia County died Monday night after leading Titusville police on a pursuit that ended when his vehicle crashed into a pond at Sand Point Park, authorities said.

Amber Alert suspect dies following deputy-involved shooting: Sheriff

A suspect named in a Marion County AMBER Alert has died after deputies attempted to stop his vehicle and shots were fired during the encounter, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.

Experts explain why New Smyrna Beach leads the nation in shark bites

New Smyrna Beach holds a title that might make some beachgoers think twice before going in the water: The Shark Bite Capital of the World.

Brevard County tests new method to reduce Indian River Lagoon pollution

Brevard County is testing a new approach to improving water quality in the Indian River Lagoon by covering nutrient-rich muck with clean sand instead of removing it through dredging.

Seminole County school officials outline five-year plan
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Seminole County Public Schools leaders unveiled a new five-year strategic plan Monday, outlining priorities for the upcoming school year during the district's annual State of the Schools address in Lake Mary.

Search for suspects after Titusville family’s home hit by gunfire
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Titusville police are searching for two suspects after a home was struck by gunfire while a family slept inside early Saturday, leaving neighbors shaken and investigators without a clear motive.

Florida set to carry out 2 executions in one day
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Florida is scheduled to execute two death row inmates Tuesday, marking the first time in 62 years that the state will carry out two executions on the same day if last-minute appeals are denied.

Police seeking 2 suspects accused of shooting into Titusville home
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The Titusville Police Department continues to seek public help to identify two suspects accused of shooting into a home with people inside. Though no one was hurt, police said, the act demonstrates a reckless disregard for human life. 

Experts explain why New Smyrna Beach leads nation in shark bites
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A tourist's recent shark bite near Daytona Beach Shores is drawing renewed attention to nearby New Smyrna Beach, long known as the "shark bite capital of the world" because of its high number of shark encounters.

Brevard County tests new method to reduce lagoon pollution
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Brevard County is testing a new approach to improving water quality in the Indian River Lagoon by covering nutrient-rich muck with clean sand instead of removing it through dredging.

Remains found in Cape Coral canal identified as woman missing since 1985

Human remains discovered by kayakers in a Cape Coral canal in 2024 have been identified through DNA as 23-year-old Rose Marie Gayhart, who vanished in 1985.

Florida set to execute 2 death row inmates within hours of each other on Tuesday

Two men on Florida's death row are scheduled to be executed on Tuesday – within six hours of each other – at the Florida State Prison in Bradford County.

Tinder date gone wrong: The Villages man held woman's friend at gunpoint in money dispute, deputies say

A man, 67, from The Villages was arrested after allegedly chasing his Tinder date and her three friends in his pickup truck when the date ended early after she felt uncomfortable and he wanted his money back, deputies say.