Seminole Commission to discuss water quality
The Seminole County Commission will meet on Tuesday to discuss reports of contaminated water in the northwestern part of the county believed to be tied to a defunct chemical factory.
The Seminole County Commission will meet on Tuesday to discuss reports of contaminated water in the northwestern part of the county believed to be tied to a defunct chemical factory.
Attack on Seminole Wekiva Trail foiled
The Seminole County Sheriff?s Office says a woman was out walking on the Seminole Wekiva Trail when a man with his pants down grabbed a woman and started thrusting against her. She was able to get away, started screaming at him, and even chased after him as he ran off.
The Seminole County Sheriff?s Office says a woman was out walking on the Seminole Wekiva Trail when a man with his pants down grabbed a woman and started thrusting against her. She was able to get away, started screaming at him, and even chased after him as he ran off.
'Barbie' movie features Central Florida star
Barbie fervor has taken over the nation recently, but here at 1 Up in Orlando, there is a designated place to celebrate the release of the new movie. From Barbie?s kitchen to her couch, to her bathtub,?1 Up has it all. The arcade has an upstairs section dedicated entirely to Barbie. But that isn?t Central Florida?s only Barbie connection. A local named Ashely Young plays ?Bionic Barbie? in the movie.
Barbie fervor has taken over the nation recently, but here at 1 Up in Orlando, there is a designated place to celebrate the release of the new movie. From Barbie?s kitchen to her couch, to her bathtub,?1 Up has it all. The arcade has an upstairs section dedicated entirely to Barbie. But that isn?t Central Florida?s only Barbie connection. A local named Ashely Young plays ?Bionic Barbie? in the movie.
Cocoa Beach may adopt new sound ordinance
Noise in the city has been a hot topic in the town for months. Some say downtown nightlife is getting out of hand while others see the growth as good. On Thursday night, the City Commission will vote for the final time on proposed changes to increase ?quiet hours? in the community. Over the weekend, people captured large crowds and loud music in downtown Cocoa Beach. Music events are happening more often, and some longtime residents don?t see the events as a bother.
Noise in the city has been a hot topic in the town for months. Some say downtown nightlife is getting out of hand while others see the growth as good. On Thursday night, the City Commission will vote for the final time on proposed changes to increase ?quiet hours? in the community. Over the weekend, people captured large crowds and loud music in downtown Cocoa Beach. Music events are happening more often, and some longtime residents don?t see the events as a bother.
Florida suitcase murder trial delayed
The trial for Sarah Boone has been delayed. The Florida woman is accused of zipping up her boyfriend inside a suitcase and leaving him to die. She is now expected to go to trial in October.
The trial for Sarah Boone has been delayed. The Florida woman is accused of zipping up her boyfriend inside a suitcase and leaving him to die. She is now expected to go to trial in October.
Sheriff Grady Judd gains national attention
His way with words gets a lot of attention. Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd has a huge following both in Central Florida and across the country.
His way with words gets a lot of attention. Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd has a huge following both in Central Florida and across the country.
2022 hurricanes have increased rip currents
The hurricanes that hit Florida in 2022 are being blamed for an increase in dangerous rip currents. This is in part due to the volume of sand loss because of storm surges.
The hurricanes that hit Florida in 2022 are being blamed for an increase in dangerous rip currents. This is in part due to the volume of sand loss because of storm surges.
Man shot in face at Kissimmee hotel
One man was shot in the face at a Kissimmee hotel and the suspect is still on the loose.
One man was shot in the face at a Kissimmee hotel and the suspect is still on the loose.
'Armed fisherman' promotes gun law loophole
Floridians can now carry a firearm without a permit in most places, as long as the weapon is concealed and they?re not a felon. However, some are still pushing the envelope, using a loophole in state law to carry guns out in the open. A YouTube video shot in Sanford a couple of years ago shows Michael Taylor, the so-called ?Armed Fisherman,? walking down the street. He?s armed with two guns and a fishing pole.
Floridians can now carry a firearm without a permit in most places, as long as the weapon is concealed and they?re not a felon. However, some are still pushing the envelope, using a loophole in state law to carry guns out in the open. A YouTube video shot in Sanford a couple of years ago shows Michael Taylor, the so-called ?Armed Fisherman,? walking down the street. He?s armed with two guns and a fishing pole.
New info in disappearance of Carlee Russell
Police in Alabama cast doubt Wednesday on the story of a woman who set off a frantic search when she disappeared for two days after calling 911 to report a toddler wandering on the highway. Carlee Russell told investigators she was abducted and forced into a car on July 13, but they say they have been unable to verify her account.
Police in Alabama cast doubt Wednesday on the story of a woman who set off a frantic search when she disappeared for two days after calling 911 to report a toddler wandering on the highway. Carlee Russell told investigators she was abducted and forced into a car on July 13, but they say they have been unable to verify her account.
3 dead in Polk County double-murder suicide
A man shot and killed a pregnant woman, killing her unborn baby and then turned the gun on himself in Polk County Saturday night
A man shot and killed a pregnant woman, killing her unborn baby and then turned the gun on himself in Polk County Saturday night
3 shot in violent brawl in Daytona Beach
A violent fight ended with gunshots that reportedly injured three people outside the Razzle's Nightclub in Daytona Beach Saturday night. Police released photos of a person of interest -- a woman -- in hopes someone will recognize her.
A violent fight ended with gunshots that reportedly injured three people outside the Razzle's Nightclub in Daytona Beach Saturday night. Police released photos of a person of interest -- a woman -- in hopes someone will recognize her.
Deputies seen responding to fake 911 call
The Volusia Sheriff's Office has released body-camera video of the moment deputies showed up at a Deltona, Florida home after receiving a fake 911 call. The video shows Sandile "Hunter" Mgidi, who is visiting from New Jersey, coming face to face Monday night with about a dozen deputies who had their weapons drawn.
The Volusia Sheriff's Office has released body-camera video of the moment deputies showed up at a Deltona, Florida home after receiving a fake 911 call. The video shows Sandile "Hunter" Mgidi, who is visiting from New Jersey, coming face to face Monday night with about a dozen deputies who had their weapons drawn.
Man confessed to drugging children
A food truck worker was arrested for child porn after he allegedly admitted to drugging children with benedryl
A food truck worker was arrested for child porn after he allegedly admitted to drugging children with benedryl
3 suitcases found with human remains
Three suitcases were found with human remains along the Intracoastal Waterway in Delray Beach, according to police.
Three suitcases were found with human remains along the Intracoastal Waterway in Delray Beach, according to police.
Contractor files lien against church
Two months after lightning struck the steeple of the Historic New Bethel AME Church in Ormond Beach, you can see tarps protecting the building from the rain.
Two months after lightning struck the steeple of the Historic New Bethel AME Church in Ormond Beach, you can see tarps protecting the building from the rain.
Robberies linked to Facebook Marketplace
Several people have been robbed after making deals on Facebook Marketplace. There are safe places in Orlando where people can meet up.
Several people have been robbed after making deals on Facebook Marketplace. There are safe places in Orlando where people can meet up.
Florida DOE approves new school year rules
The Florida Department of Education has approved new controversial rules for the upcoming school year
The Florida Department of Education has approved new controversial rules for the upcoming school year
Florida back-to-school tax holiday kicks off
Monday kicks of Florida's back-to-school tax holiday where shoppers can buy specific items tax-free. Some of those items include school supplies, personal computers, shoes, and more
Monday kicks of Florida's back-to-school tax holiday where shoppers can buy specific items tax-free. Some of those items include school supplies, personal computers, shoes, and more
3 shot in Daytona Beach during fight
A brawl led to a shooting outside of a Daytona Beach nightclub
A brawl led to a shooting outside of a Daytona Beach nightclub