Florida parents accused of holding teen at gunpoint
A Florida mother and stepfather were arrested after allegedly threatening a teenage boy who had driven their daughter home from a party, authorities said.
A Florida mother and stepfather were arrested after allegedly threatening a teenage boy who had driven their daughter home from a party, authorities said.
Travel agent Robert Goodwin ordered to pay back $400K to victims
A man accused of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from Volusia County families through a fraudulent student travel program has pleaded guilty and been ordered to pay more than $637,000 in restitution. Robert Goodwin pleaded guilty to two counts of grand theft in connection with a scheme that promised students trips to Europe that never took place.
A man accused of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from Volusia County families through a fraudulent student travel program has pleaded guilty and been ordered to pay more than $637,000 in restitution. Robert Goodwin pleaded guilty to two counts of grand theft in connection with a scheme that promised students trips to Europe that never took place.
Florida heat drives surge in air conditioning repair calls
As summer temperatures climb across Central Florida, air conditioning technicians say they are seeing a sharp increase in service calls from homeowners struggling to keep cool.
As summer temperatures climb across Central Florida, air conditioning technicians say they are seeing a sharp increase in service calls from homeowners struggling to keep cool.
2 FHP troopers accused in off-duty billing scheme
Two Florida Highway Patrol troopers are accused of collecting thousands of dollars for off-duty security work they allegedly did not perform, according to newly released arrest reports.
Two Florida Highway Patrol troopers are accused of collecting thousands of dollars for off-duty security work they allegedly did not perform, according to newly released arrest reports.
Monkey spotted near Mount Dora's Lakeside Inn
A monkey believed to be a rhesus macaque was spotted in Mount Dora, marking the latest reported sighting of the non-native primates in Central Florida. The animal was first seen near Gilbert Park before later appearing on the grounds of the historic Lakeside Inn, according to witnesses.
A monkey believed to be a rhesus macaque was spotted in Mount Dora, marking the latest reported sighting of the non-native primates in Central Florida. The animal was first seen near Gilbert Park before later appearing on the grounds of the historic Lakeside Inn, according to witnesses.
New video shows arrest of daycare worker accused of child neglect
Days after a young boy in the care of a Fruitland Park daycare was reportedly seen running across a six-lane highway in Lake County, the daycare's owner issued a formal statement saying the safety of the children in their care remains their top priority.
Days after a young boy in the care of a Fruitland Park daycare was reportedly seen running across a six-lane highway in Lake County, the daycare's owner issued a formal statement saying the safety of the children in their care remains their top priority.
Residents in 'unsafe' apartment units given one week to move out
Residents of a Lake Mary apartment complex say they are scrambling to find new housing after receiving notices giving them one week to move out of buildings deemed unsafe by Seminole County.
Residents of a Lake Mary apartment complex say they are scrambling to find new housing after receiving notices giving them one week to move out of buildings deemed unsafe by Seminole County.
Allegations of leaking records to drug trafficking suspects
A former Florida Department of Juvenile Justice probation officer is facing 114 felony charges after investigators accused her of using retained access to a court records system to obtain and share sensitive information with members of a drug trafficking organization.
A former Florida Department of Juvenile Justice probation officer is facing 114 felony charges after investigators accused her of using retained access to a court records system to obtain and share sensitive information with members of a drug trafficking organization.
Titusville explores retention ponds to reduce flooding
City officials in Titusville are exploring a plan to reduce flooding in older neighborhoods by purchasing vacant or distressed properties and converting them into stormwater retention ponds.
City officials in Titusville are exploring a plan to reduce flooding in older neighborhoods by purchasing vacant or distressed properties and converting them into stormwater retention ponds.
Florida athletes head to Special Olympics USA Games
More than 100 Special Olympics Florida athletes received a celebratory sendoff at Orlando International Airport before departing for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis.
More than 100 Special Olympics Florida athletes received a celebratory sendoff at Orlando International Airport before departing for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis.
Competency question delays triple-murder case for man accused of killing tourists
A judge has ordered a third mental health evaluation for a man accused of killing three tourists in Kissimmee, further delaying a decision on whether he is competent to stand trial.
A judge has ordered a third mental health evaluation for a man accused of killing three tourists in Kissimmee, further delaying a decision on whether he is competent to stand trial.
Epic Universe expansion filings point to Dark Universe project
Universal Orlando Resort may already be planning an expansion at Epic Universe, weeks after opening its newest theme park.
Universal Orlando Resort may already be planning an expansion at Epic Universe, weeks after opening its newest theme park.
Free Juneteenth events 2026: Where to celebrate in Central Florida
Communities all across the Central Florida region are coming together to honor Juneteenth through free local festivals, educational exhibits, and cultural events.
Communities all across the Central Florida region are coming together to honor Juneteenth through free local festivals, educational exhibits, and cultural events.
Arthur causes widespread flight delays, strands travelers at MCO
Severe weather across parts of the South is causing travel headaches for airline passengers, including many at Orlando International Airport. Heavy rain and flooding linked to the remnants of former Tropical Storm Arthur have disrupted air travel across the region, with major impacts reported at airports throughout the Southeast.
Severe weather across parts of the South is causing travel headaches for airline passengers, including many at Orlando International Airport. Heavy rain and flooding linked to the remnants of former Tropical Storm Arthur have disrupted air travel across the region, with major impacts reported at airports throughout the Southeast.
Memorial for slain teen vandalized in St. Cloud
A St. Cloud family is searching for answers after a roadside memorial honoring a teenager killed in a bicycle crash was vandalized, prompting a police investigation.
A St. Cloud family is searching for answers after a roadside memorial honoring a teenager killed in a bicycle crash was vandalized, prompting a police investigation.
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.
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.