Michelle Parker update: Dale Smith Jr. pleads not guilty, denied bond in ex-fiancé's presumed death
Dale Smith Jr., the ex-fiancé of Michelle Parker, who disappeared in November 2011, has pleaded not guilty to a charge of second-degree murder related to her disappearance and death.
Dale Smith Jr., the ex-fiancé of Michelle Parker, who disappeared in November 2011, has pleaded not guilty to a charge of second-degree murder related to her disappearance and death.
Pedestrian dead after being hit by train in Ocala, police say
A man died early Thursday after being hit by a freight train in Ocala, according to police.
A man died early Thursday after being hit by a freight train in Ocala, according to police.
Biketoberfest draws thousands to Daytona Beach
Biketoberfest is bringing thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts to Daytona Beach for four days of custom bikes, live music, racing, and scenic rides.
Biketoberfest is bringing thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts to Daytona Beach for four days of custom bikes, live music, racing, and scenic rides.
Eustis residents oppose proposed sale of community center
Eustis residents are pushing back against a proposal to sell the city-owned waterfront community center to a private developer.
Eustis residents are pushing back against a proposal to sell the city-owned waterfront community center to a private developer.
Michelle Parker’s father reacts with relief after Dale Smith Jr.'s arrest
Michelle Parker’s father expressed relief after her ex-fiancé, Dale Smith Jr., was arrested on a second-degree murder charge nearly 15 years after she disappeared. “Thank God. I pray every day for 15 years,” he said.
Michelle Parker’s father expressed relief after her ex-fiancé, Dale Smith Jr., was arrested on a second-degree murder charge nearly 15 years after she disappeared. “Thank God. I pray every day for 15 years,” he said.
Lawsuits coming after 120-pound video board kills 5-year-old at school, attorney says
A Palm Bay family is demanding answers and accountability after a 5-year-old boy was killed when a 120-pound video board fell on him at school last week.
A Palm Bay family is demanding answers and accountability after a 5-year-old boy was killed when a 120-pound video board fell on him at school last week.
4 rescued manatees return to Florida to be released into the wild
Four rescued manatees have been transported from Ohio to Florida, where they will continue to be rehabilitated with the ultimate goal of releasing them back into the wild.
Four rescued manatees have been transported from Ohio to Florida, where they will continue to be rehabilitated with the ultimate goal of releasing them back into the wild.
Seminole County plans new wastewater treatment
Residents living near the Palm Valley wastewater treatment plant in Seminole County say persistent odors and deteriorating infrastructure highlight the need for a replacement facility.
Residents living near the Palm Valley wastewater treatment plant in Seminole County say persistent odors and deteriorating infrastructure highlight the need for a replacement facility.
Florida city offers homeowners up to $3,000 to ditch thirsty grass — a move that slashes their water bills
A Florida city wants homeowners to rip out their grass lawns, and it is willing to pay big bucks for them to do so.
A Florida city wants homeowners to rip out their grass lawns, and it is willing to pay big bucks for them to do so.
Florida woman convicted of vehicular homicide in boyfriend’s deadly crash
A jury has convicted Leah Mumby of vehicular homicide and reckless driving in a crash that killed her boyfriend, Daniel Waterman, after an argument over alleged infidelity.
A jury has convicted Leah Mumby of vehicular homicide and reckless driving in a crash that killed her boyfriend, Daniel Waterman, after an argument over alleged infidelity.
Injured Polk County police dog receives prosthetic leg after shooting
Ace, a Polk County sheriff’s K-9 who lost a leg after being shot in the line of duty, has received a custom prosthetic and is adjusting to life on four legs again.
Ace, a Polk County sheriff’s K-9 who lost a leg after being shot in the line of duty, has received a custom prosthetic and is adjusting to life on four legs again.
Family boy killed by falling classroom video board plans lawsuit
The family of a 5-year-old boy who died after a classroom video board fell on him at a school in Palm Bay has hired an attorney and is preparing potential lawsuits, the family’s lawyer said.
The family of a 5-year-old boy who died after a classroom video board fell on him at a school in Palm Bay has hired an attorney and is preparing potential lawsuits, the family’s lawyer said.
Michelle Parker’s ex-fiancé arrested in her disappearance, death
A Florida man has been charged with second-degree murder in the 2011 disappearance of his former fiancée, Michelle Parker, whose case remained unsolved for nearly 15 years.
A Florida man has been charged with second-degree murder in the 2011 disappearance of his former fiancée, Michelle Parker, whose case remained unsolved for nearly 15 years.
Michelle Parker disappearance: Police make arrest | Full press conference
The Orlando Police Department has made an arrest in connection to the disappearance of Michelle Parker, an Orlando mom who disappeared on Nov. 17, 2011 – nearly 15 years ago. Police said Parker's ex-fiance, Dale Smith Jr., was arrested early Wednesday morning under suspicion of second-degree murder in Parker's presumed death. Smith has long been considered a suspect in Parker's disappearance
The Orlando Police Department has made an arrest in connection to the disappearance of Michelle Parker, an Orlando mom who disappeared on Nov. 17, 2011 – nearly 15 years ago. Police said Parker's ex-fiance, Dale Smith Jr., was arrested early Wednesday morning under suspicion of second-degree murder in Parker's presumed death. Smith has long been considered a suspect in Parker's disappearance
Michelle Parker's ex-fiance arrested in Orlando mom's disappearance, death, police say
The Orlando Police Department has made an arrest in connection to the disappearance of Michelle Parker, an Orlando mom who went missing on Nov. 17, 2011 – nearly 15 years ago.
The Orlando Police Department has made an arrest in connection to the disappearance of Michelle Parker, an Orlando mom who went missing on Nov. 17, 2011 – nearly 15 years ago.
Police search for woman in fake FBI agent scam targeting 82-year-old in Orange County
Police are searching for a woman connected to a scam in which an 82-year-old Orange County resident was told to place more than $18,000 in a shoebox after receiving a call from someone posing as an FBI agent.
Police are searching for a woman connected to a scam in which an 82-year-old Orange County resident was told to place more than $18,000 in a shoebox after receiving a call from someone posing as an FBI agent.
Eustis eliminates annual Veterans Day parade, citing budget concerns
The city of Eustis is eliminating its annual Salute to Veterans Parade as a standalone event, citing budget concerns and attendance, a decision that has disappointed some local veterans.
The city of Eustis is eliminating its annual Salute to Veterans Parade as a standalone event, citing budget concerns and attendance, a decision that has disappointed some local veterans.
Police: West Melbourne store owner chased down, intentionally hit teen after break-in
A West Melbourne store owner is accused of chasing down a 14-year-old boy and intentionally striking him with his vehicle after a reported break-in, then returning to his business without telling police what happened. The teenager was left seriously injured along the side of the road for nearly an hour before officers found him.
A West Melbourne store owner is accused of chasing down a 14-year-old boy and intentionally striking him with his vehicle after a reported break-in, then returning to his business without telling police what happened. The teenager was left seriously injured along the side of the road for nearly an hour before officers found him.
Funeral set for Brevard County Homicide Agent Kevin Morris
Brevard County Homicide Agent Kevin Morris died Saturday night after a wrong-way driver struck his vehicle on Interstate 95 while he was responding to a deputy-involved shooting.
Brevard County Homicide Agent Kevin Morris died Saturday night after a wrong-way driver struck his vehicle on Interstate 95 while he was responding to a deputy-involved shooting.
Judge denies bond for suspect in downtown Orlando stabbing
A man accused of stabbing another man four times during a confrontation in downtown Orlando will remain jailed without bond after a judge heard competing arguments Tuesday over whether the attack was self-defense.
A man accused of stabbing another man four times during a confrontation in downtown Orlando will remain jailed without bond after a judge heard competing arguments Tuesday over whether the attack was self-defense.



















