Former juvenile probation officer accused of leaking information
A former Florida juvenile probation officer has been arrested and accused of using a government database to leak confidential law enforcement information to a drug trafficking organization, authorities said.
A former Florida juvenile probation officer has been arrested and accused of using a government database to leak confidential law enforcement information to a drug trafficking organization, authorities said.
Brevard County man accused of starving dog to death, sheriff says
A Brevard County man has been arrested on animal cruelty charges after investigators said a dog in his care was found severely neglected and had to be euthanized.
A Brevard County man has been arrested on animal cruelty charges after investigators said a dog in his care was found severely neglected and had to be euthanized.
Unsafe child-to-staff ratios, missing employee background checks at Florida daycare: DCF reports
A FOX 35 records inspection has revealed that Luv-N-Hugs daycare in Fruitland Park has been cited by the state more than 10 times over the past three years for critical compliance failures. The public DCF reports show a history of violations including unsafe child-to-staff ratios, missing employee background checks, and structural hazards like exposed playground nails and standing water.
A FOX 35 records inspection has revealed that Luv-N-Hugs daycare in Fruitland Park has been cited by the state more than 10 times over the past three years for critical compliance failures. The public DCF reports show a history of violations including unsafe child-to-staff ratios, missing employee background checks, and structural hazards like exposed playground nails and standing water.
Mother recounts hit-and-run crash that injured her and son, 8, in New Smyrna Beach
A Florida mother is sharing her story after she and her 8-year-old son were struck by a vehicle while crossing a street in New Smyrna Beach, leaving both injured and beginning what she described as a long recovery.
A Florida mother is sharing her story after she and her 8-year-old son were struck by a vehicle while crossing a street in New Smyrna Beach, leaving both injured and beginning what she described as a long recovery.
Exotic South American parrots thriving in wild colonies on Florida's Space Coast
Bright blue and green parrots native to South America are drawing attention in Melbourne, where bird watchers have reported more sightings across the Space Coast.
Bright blue and green parrots native to South America are drawing attention in Melbourne, where bird watchers have reported more sightings across the Space Coast.
South American parrots draw attention on Florida’s Space Coast
Bright blue and green parrots native to South America are drawing attention in Melbourne, where bird watchers have reported more sightings across the Space Coast. The birds, known as blue-crowned conures, have been seen near downtown Melbourne, along U.S. 1 and Eau Gallie Boulevard, on Wickham Road, and as far south as Palm Bay.
Bright blue and green parrots native to South America are drawing attention in Melbourne, where bird watchers have reported more sightings across the Space Coast. The birds, known as blue-crowned conures, have been seen near downtown Melbourne, along U.S. 1 and Eau Gallie Boulevard, on Wickham Road, and as far south as Palm Bay.
Judge denies release for man accused of shooting Instacart driver
A judge ruled Thursday that a man accused of shooting an Instacart delivery driver in the face during what prosecutors described as a random attack will remain in jail while awaiting trial.
A judge ruled Thursday that a man accused of shooting an Instacart delivery driver in the face during what prosecutors described as a random attack will remain in jail while awaiting trial.
Execution of 74-year-old inmate reignites debate over death penalty
The scheduled execution of a 74-year-old Florida death row inmate is renewing debate over the use of capital punishment and whether age should factor into executions.
The scheduled execution of a 74-year-old Florida death row inmate is renewing debate over the use of capital punishment and whether age should factor into executions.
Orlando Magic introduce Sean Sweeney as new head coach
The Orlando Magic introduced Sean Sweeney as the franchise's new head coach on Thursday, handing the longtime NBA assistant his first opportunity to lead a team from the bench.
The Orlando Magic introduced Sean Sweeney as the franchise's new head coach on Thursday, handing the longtime NBA assistant his first opportunity to lead a team from the bench.
Brevard County man accused of starving dog to death, sheriff says
A Brevard County man has been arrested on animal cruelty charges after investigators said a dog in his care was found severely neglected and had to be euthanized.
A Brevard County man has been arrested on animal cruelty charges after investigators said a dog in his care was found severely neglected and had to be euthanized.
Mom recounts crash that injured her and 8-year-old son
A Florida mother is sharing her story after she and her 8-year-old son were struck by a vehicle while crossing a street in New Smyrna Beach, leaving both injured and beginning what she described as a long recovery.
A Florida mother is sharing her story after she and her 8-year-old son were struck by a vehicle while crossing a street in New Smyrna Beach, leaving both injured and beginning what she described as a long recovery.
Welcome to Rockville 2027: Festival dates, tickets, lineup
Calling all rock, metal, and punk fans: the 2027 dates for the Welcome to Rockville festival have been announced.
Calling all rock, metal, and punk fans: the 2027 dates for the Welcome to Rockville festival have been announced.
Florida woman allegedly ran unlicensed lip filler business, deputies say
A Florida woman has been arrested for allegedly advertising and practicing cosmetic medical procedures without a license, according to the Seminole County Sheriff's Office.
A Florida woman has been arrested for allegedly advertising and practicing cosmetic medical procedures without a license, according to the Seminole County Sheriff's Office.
Disney World reveals 2026 Eat to the Beat concert lineup
Walt Disney World has unveiled the lineup for the 2026 Eat to the Beat concert series for EPCOT's Food & Wine Festival.
Walt Disney World has unveiled the lineup for the 2026 Eat to the Beat concert series for EPCOT's Food & Wine Festival.
2 FHP troopers jailed on multiple felony charges in Osceola County
Two Florida Highway Patrol troopers surrendered to authorities and were booked into the Osceola County Jail on multiple felony charges, according to court records.
Two Florida Highway Patrol troopers surrendered to authorities and were booked into the Osceola County Jail on multiple felony charges, according to court records.
Officer rescues woman trapped in overturned vehicle after crash
A police sergeant is being credited with rescuing a woman trapped inside an overturned vehicle after spotting the crash while on patrol.
A police sergeant is being credited with rescuing a woman trapped inside an overturned vehicle after spotting the crash while on patrol.
Brightline reports decline in rail corridor incidents after safety upgrades
Brightline says safety improvements along its Florida rail corridor have helped reduce incidents by 30% this year.
Brightline says safety improvements along its Florida rail corridor have helped reduce incidents by 30% this year.
Osceola County breaks ground on Pulse memorial honoring 49 victims
Osceola County officials have broken ground on a permanent memorial honoring the 49 people killed in the Pulse nightclub shooting, creating a space for remembrance and healing a decade after the tragedy.
Osceola County officials have broken ground on a permanent memorial honoring the 49 people killed in the Pulse nightclub shooting, creating a space for remembrance and healing a decade after the tragedy.
Brevard County deputies looking for alleged shooter that shot a stray dog in the head
A stray dog is recovering in Melbourne after a shocking discovery revealed he had been shot in the head.
A stray dog is recovering in Melbourne after a shocking discovery revealed he had been shot in the head.
Bat infestation forces Lake Mary counselor to relocate office
A Lake Mary mental health counselor temporarily relocated her practice after discovering dozens of bats inside her office, a situation complicated by Florida laws protecting the animals during maternity season.
A Lake Mary mental health counselor temporarily relocated her practice after discovering dozens of bats inside her office, a situation complicated by Florida laws protecting the animals during maternity season.