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.
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.
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.
Volusia County warns stormwater fund could be depleted by 2030
Volusia County officials are warning that a key fund used for flood-control and stormwater projects could run out of money within the next several years, raising concerns about the county's ability to address worsening flooding issues.
Volusia County officials are warning that a key fund used for flood-control and stormwater projects could run out of money within the next several years, raising concerns about the county's ability to address worsening flooding issues.
2 FHP troopers surrender to authorities in investigation
Two Florida Highway Patrol troopers surrendered to authorities in Osceola County on Wednesday after warrants were issued charging them with offenses that include grand theft and falsifying public or court records.
Two Florida Highway Patrol troopers surrendered to authorities in Osceola County on Wednesday after warrants were issued charging them with offenses that include grand theft and falsifying public or court records.
Driver faces charges after mother and child struck in New Smyrna Beach
A 36-year-old man is facing multiple charges after police say he struck a woman and her 8-year-old son in a crosswalk, fled the scene, and later turned himself in.
A 36-year-old man is facing multiple charges after police say he struck a woman and her 8-year-old son in a crosswalk, fled the scene, and later turned himself in.
Drivers arrested after alleged high-speed racing on U.S. 27
An 85-year-old man and a 57-year-old man were arrested after deputies said they were racing at speeds exceeding 100 mph on U.S. 27 in Lake County.
An 85-year-old man and a 57-year-old man were arrested after deputies said they were racing at speeds exceeding 100 mph on U.S. 27 in Lake County.
Daycare worker charged after child found wandering near highway
A Lake County daycare worker has been charged after police said a young child wandered away from a daycare center and was later found alone near a busy highway.
A Lake County daycare worker has been charged after police said a young child wandered away from a daycare center and was later found alone near a busy highway.
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.
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, marking progress for a rail system that has faced scrutiny following a series of deadly crashes.
Brightline says safety improvements along its Florida rail corridor have helped reduce incidents by 30% this year, marking progress for a rail system that has faced scrutiny following a series of deadly crashes.
Driver charged after woman and child struck in New Smyrna Beach
A 36-year-old man is facing charges after police say he struck a woman and an 8-year-old child with his vehicle and then left the scene in New Smyrna Beach.
A 36-year-old man is facing charges after police say he struck a woman and an 8-year-old child with his vehicle and then left the scene in New Smyrna Beach.
Dog expected to recover after gunshot wound investigation launched
A 7-year-old dog is expected to make a full recovery after veterinarians discovered he had been shot in the head, prompting an animal cruelty investigation in Brevard County.
A 7-year-old dog is expected to make a full recovery after veterinarians discovered he had been shot in the head, prompting an animal cruelty investigation in Brevard County.
Where dads get in free: The best Central Florida Father's Day deals
You do not have to spend a fortune to show Dad he is number one!
You do not have to spend a fortune to show Dad he is number one!
Winter Park boutique faces move after landlord declines to renew leas
A family-owned boutique that has operated on Park Avenue for four decades is searching for a new location after its landlord declined to renew its lease.
A family-owned boutique that has operated on Park Avenue for four decades is searching for a new location after its landlord declined to renew its lease.
Former ministry leader pleads not guilty in child solicitation case
A Central Florida businessman accused of attempting to arrange a sexual encounter with someone he believed was a 14-year-old boy has pleaded not guilty and requested a jury trial.
A Central Florida businessman accused of attempting to arrange a sexual encounter with someone he believed was a 14-year-old boy has pleaded not guilty and requested a jury trial.
Search intensifies in case of missing Mount Dora mother Nicole Badlwin
Investigators are expanding their search for Nicole Baldwin, a Mount Dora mother of three who disappeared in November 2023, by draining and examining a retention pond in Deltona as part of an ongoing homicide investigation.
Investigators are expanding their search for Nicole Baldwin, a Mount Dora mother of three who disappeared in November 2023, by draining and examining a retention pond in Deltona as part of an ongoing homicide investigation.
Osceola County deputies rescue missing girl found in neighbor’s pool
A 7-year-old girl who was reported missing in Osceola County was rescued after deputies located her struggling in a neighbor’s swimming pool, authorities said.
A 7-year-old girl who was reported missing in Osceola County was rescued after deputies located her struggling in a neighbor’s swimming pool, authorities said.
Melbourne demolishes long-vacant nuisance property
City officials in Melbourne have demolished a long-vacant home that neighbors and code enforcement officers said had been a source of complaints and safety concerns for years.
City officials in Melbourne have demolished a long-vacant home that neighbors and code enforcement officers said had been a source of complaints and safety concerns for years.