Seminole County sheriff's detectives investigate death at Tangelo Drive home
One person was found dead Wednesday at a Sanford-area home after Seminole County deputies responded to a reported domestic violence incident, authorities said.
One person was found dead Wednesday at a Sanford-area home after Seminole County deputies responded to a reported domestic violence incident, authorities said.
3 arrested after illegal camps, drugs, trash found on: Deputies
Three people were arrested after deputies discovered illegal camps, drugs, human waste and thousands of pounds of trash on private property belonging to an 80-year-old woman who is trying to sell the land, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Three people were arrested after deputies discovered illegal camps, drugs, human waste and thousands of pounds of trash on private property belonging to an 80-year-old woman who is trying to sell the land, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
SpaceX launches final Falcon 9 Starlink mission from Florida
SpaceX marked the end of an era on Florida’s Space Coast on Tuesday, launching its final dedicated Starlink mission aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from the state as the company prepares to shift future East Coast Starlink flights to Starship.
SpaceX marked the end of an era on Florida’s Space Coast on Tuesday, launching its final dedicated Starlink mission aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from the state as the company prepares to shift future East Coast Starlink flights to Starship.
Dolly Parton’s legacy lives on through music, literacy
Dolly Parton’s voice reached generations of fans, but her legacy extended far beyond the music that made her a country icon. In Florida, families are remembering her contributions to children’s literacy and her longtime ties to Central Florida entertainment.
Dolly Parton’s voice reached generations of fans, but her legacy extended far beyond the music that made her a country icon. In Florida, families are remembering her contributions to children’s literacy and her longtime ties to Central Florida entertainment.
Man killed in Flagler County home invasion; suspect dies by suicide: Deputies
Newly released body camera video shows the moments Flagler County deputies arrived at a Palm Coast home where authorities say a break-in ended with a man being shot to death and the suspected gunman dying by suicide.
Newly released body camera video shows the moments Flagler County deputies arrived at a Palm Coast home where authorities say a break-in ended with a man being shot to death and the suspected gunman dying by suicide.
Dolly Parton's lasting legacy on Central Florida
Dolly Parton’s influence stretched far beyond country music, leaving a mark on Central Florida’s tourism industry and generations of fans who remembered the entertainer on Tuesday following her death at age 80. Parton once had a significant presence in Orlando through Dixie Stampede, a dinner attraction that combined live entertainment, horses, and a meal. The Orlando location closed in 2008.
Dolly Parton’s influence stretched far beyond country music, leaving a mark on Central Florida’s tourism industry and generations of fans who remembered the entertainer on Tuesday following her death at age 80. Parton once had a significant presence in Orlando through Dixie Stampede, a dinner attraction that combined live entertainment, horses, and a meal. The Orlando location closed in 2008.
Baby kangaroo recovering from broken leg at Brevard Zoo
A baby kangaroo at the Brevard Zoo is receiving around-the-clock care after suffering a broken hind leg that required her to leave her mother’s pouch earlier than expected.
A baby kangaroo at the Brevard Zoo is receiving around-the-clock care after suffering a broken hind leg that required her to leave her mother’s pouch earlier than expected.
Orange County accepts tourism tax recommendations
Orange County commissioners have accepted an advisory board’s recommendations on distributing millions of dollars in tourism development tax funding. Still, the proposals faced significant opposition and do not constitute the final word on which projects will receive funding.
Orange County commissioners have accepted an advisory board’s recommendations on distributing millions of dollars in tourism development tax funding. Still, the proposals faced significant opposition and do not constitute the final word on which projects will receive funding.
Donalds names state Sen. Bryan Avila as running mate in governor’s race
Republican gubernatorial nominee Byron Donalds on Tuesday named state Sen. Bryan Avila as his running mate as he shifts his campaign toward the November general election.
Republican gubernatorial nominee Byron Donalds on Tuesday named state Sen. Bryan Avila as his running mate as he shifts his campaign toward the November general election.
Driver fleeing deputies crashes into school bus, sheriff says
A 23-year-old man accused of fleeing deputies crashed head-on into a Sumter County school bus carrying 19 students Tuesday morning, according to the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office.
A 23-year-old man accused of fleeing deputies crashed head-on into a Sumter County school bus carrying 19 students Tuesday morning, according to the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office.
Woman shot, killed by homeowner during apparent break-in, police say
A woman was shot and killed by a homeowner early Tuesday after police said she tried to break into a Leesburg home despite repeated warnings from the man inside.
A woman was shot and killed by a homeowner early Tuesday after police said she tried to break into a Leesburg home despite repeated warnings from the man inside.
Dolly Parton dies at 80 after legendary six-decade career
Country music legend Dolly Parton, whose songs, distinctive voice, and larger-than-life personality made her one of the most recognizable entertainers in the world, has died. She was 80.
Country music legend Dolly Parton, whose songs, distinctive voice, and larger-than-life personality made her one of the most recognizable entertainers in the world, has died. She was 80.
Altamonte Springs could cut Red Hot & Boom as costs climb
Red Hot & Boom, one of Central Florida's largest annual Independence Day celebrations, could be canceled next year as Altamonte Springs officials look for ways to cut spending and keep the city debt-free.
Red Hot & Boom, one of Central Florida's largest annual Independence Day celebrations, could be canceled next year as Altamonte Springs officials look for ways to cut spending and keep the city debt-free.
Orlando scraps Leu Gardens master plan after neighborhood concerns
The City of Orlando has scrapped a proposed master plan to overhaul Harry P. Leu Gardens after neighbors raised concerns about traffic, privacy, and the potential impact of new facilities on the surrounding community.
The City of Orlando has scrapped a proposed master plan to overhaul Harry P. Leu Gardens after neighbors raised concerns about traffic, privacy, and the potential impact of new facilities on the surrounding community.
12-year-old suffers concussion in scooter crash, mother urges helmet use
A 12-year-old boy suffered a concussion after he was thrown from his scooter while riding home from school, prompting his mother to urge parents to make sure their children wear helmets while riding bikes and scooters.
A 12-year-old boy suffered a concussion after he was thrown from his scooter while riding home from school, prompting his mother to urge parents to make sure their children wear helmets while riding bikes and scooters.
Jaylen Edgar found guilty on all 9 counts in deadly Orlando Halloween shooting
A jury found Jaylen Edgar guilty on all nine counts Monday in the 2024 Halloween night shooting in downtown Orlando that killed two people and wounded seven others.
A jury found Jaylen Edgar guilty on all nine counts Monday in the 2024 Halloween night shooting in downtown Orlando that killed two people and wounded seven others.
Body camera video shows deadly Lake County deputy-involved shooting
Newly released body camera video shows the moments leading up to a deadly shooting involving Lake County sheriff's deputies who responded to a report of a violent domestic incident involving a gun.
Newly released body camera video shows the moments leading up to a deadly shooting involving Lake County sheriff's deputies who responded to a report of a violent domestic incident involving a gun.
Daytona Beach robbery suspect hospitalized after shootout, standoff with police
A 19-year-old robbery suspect was hospitalized Monday after police said he opened fire on officers and later suffered an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound during a standoff at a Daytona Beach motel.
A 19-year-old robbery suspect was hospitalized Monday after police said he opened fire on officers and later suffered an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound during a standoff at a Daytona Beach motel.
Man accused of deliberately crashing into Orange County family faces 9 charges
A 51-year-old man is facing nine charges after investigators said he deliberately crashed into a family's vehicle in Orange County after waving them through an intersection.
A 51-year-old man is facing nine charges after investigators said he deliberately crashed into a family's vehicle in Orange County after waving them through an intersection.
Man accused of contacting 16-year-old girl from jail
A 27-year-old man accused of stalking a 16-year-old girl and showing up at her home with a gun is facing additional charges after investigators said he continued contacting the teenager from jail despite a court order prohibiting contact.
A 27-year-old man accused of stalking a 16-year-old girl and showing up at her home with a gun is facing additional charges after investigators said he continued contacting the teenager from jail despite a court order prohibiting contact.