'It's insane': Leesburg residents concerned by $700 and $800 electric bills
Some Leesburg residents went before City Commissioners on Monday night, concerned about skyrocketing electric bills.
Florida officer breaks leg while taking down 'irate person' at Dunkin Donuts, police say
The person was reportedly jumping on the counter of the Dunkin Donuts and ran into traffic when officers took him down.
LISTEN: 911 call details moments after Florida man shot alleged home intruder
One suspect is still at large.
Florida homeowner shoots men attempting to break into home; one taken to hospital, police say
A Leesburg homeowner shot a would-be burglar who entered a residence on Flora View Lane Monday morning, according to police.
Homeowner shot attempted burglary suspect who entered Leesburg home
A homeowner in Leesburg shot a would-be burglar who entered a residence on Flora View Lane Monday morning, according to police.
Leesburg High School senior wins scholarship in memory of Groveland Four
Leesburg High School graduate Dencov Bryant II is the first recipient of the Shephard Memorial Rights Scholarship.
Florida high school band director, counselor led cult-like 'secret society,' at school, police say
A band director and school guidance counselor at Leesburg High School in Florida have been accused of operating a so-called "secret society," according to a police report.
Man's body found near Leesburg High School, police say
A man was found dead Friday morning near Leesburg High School, according to the Leesburg Police Department. Police said they do not suspect foul play or criminal activity in the man's death.
Thousands of bikers head to Downtown Leesburg for BikeFest 2022
For the first time since the pandemic, thousands of people, motorcycles, and Harley's were in Downtown Leesburg for Bikefest 2022.
Leesburg Bikefest draws thousand: 'We're excited to be back in April'
The Leesburg Bikefest is underway. It's the first time the event is being in April since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
Bikers riding into Leesburg for Bikefest
The Leesburg Bikefest is underway. It's the first time the event is being in April since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
Deputies: 2 dead after shooting in Leesburg
Lake County sheriff's deputies swarmed a home on Leesburg’s Montclair Road Wednesday afternoon. Detectives are still investigating the fatal shootings of two men.
Doctor accused of repeatedly striking unresponsive patient in face, police say
The victim told police she was semi-unconscious and could not speak or physically resist the doctor's force. She also said she could hear the doctor laughing and mocking her.
Police: Leesburg man shot in face during argument over money
“The victim had wounds to his face, neck, and chest consistent with being shot with birdshot from a shotgun," police said.
Arrest made in Leesburg homicide investigation
The Leesburg Police Department, working in conjunction with the Ocala Police Department, has arrested a Marion County teenager in connection with a homicide investigation in Leesburg.
Key West mayor responds after police ID 2 suspects in fire that damaged iconic buoy
Police say dramatic video shows two men setting fire to a Christmas tree that damaged the Key West's iconic southernmost point buoy.
Leesburg man accused of damaging famous Key West Southernmost Point buoy: police
Authorities said two men lit a Christmas tree on fire in front of the buoy around 3:30 a.m. on New Year's Day and the flames charred sections of the colorful, 4-ton cement monument.
Deputies investigate death of man set on fire in Lake County
Authorities in Lake County are investigating a death after it was discovered that a man's body was set on fire at a car wash.
3 major events light up Central Florida
Central Florida plays host to three huge events this weekend. In Orlando, the Electric Daisy Carnival is expected to draw thousands to Tinker Field. Thousands more are enjoying music at the Welcome to Rockville festival at the Daytona International Speedway while Leesburg will welcome bikers to Bikefest 2021.
Central Florida man wins $1M on scratch-off, will splurge on new toothbrush
He chose to receive his winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of $795,000.