Lake County deputies shoot man who refused to drop rifle while responding to domestic call: officials

A man is in the hospital after being shot by Lake County sheriff’s deputies during a domestic violence call Tuesday night. Authorities say he was armed with a rifle when he confronted deputies.

Roof repairs with Habitat For Humanity
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Habitat For Humanity is currently working to put a new roof on a veteran's home in Lake County. FOX 35's Marley Capper gives us a preview of what's happening today in Eustis.

Florida councilwoman suspended over alleged offensive social media posts

Groveland City Councilwoman Judith Fike has been suspended from office after the city council voted Monday night to open an investigation into a series of controversial social media posts allegedly made by Fike — some dating back nearly a decade and others as recent as late 2024.

Best friends deliver babies one day apart in Lake County
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Two women in Lake County that have been best friends since high school have now given birth to two beautiful babies just hours apart. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns spoke to both the mothers, as well as the nurse who delivered the babies, to hear their stories.

Co-defendant in alleged gambling case tied to suspended Sheriff Lopez has court hearing Monday

Sheldon Wetherholt, one of the three co-defendants tied to the alleged illegal gambling case involving suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, is scheduled to make a court appearance on Monday.

Off-duty officer, flight nurse save 5-year-old boy after accidental shooting

A five-year-old boy is recovering in the hospital after accidentally shooting himself in the head, and officials say the quick actions of two off-duty first responders may have saved his life.

Small plane crashes into Mount Dora lake after takeoff from Eustis airport

A small twin-engine plane crashed into a lake Sunday morning shortly after taking off from the Mid Florida Airport in Eustis, according to the Mount Dora Police Department.

Father turns son in after deadly shooting
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A 20-year-old man was killed in a shooting on Friday night in Leesburg, Florida, according to the Leesburg Police Department. Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact the Leesburg Police Department.

Florida dad turns son in to Leesburg police after deadly shooting

A 20-year-old man was killed in a shooting on Friday night in Leesburg, Florida, according to the Leesburg Police Department.

Deadly crash shuts down road in Umatilla: FHP

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash that occurred early Friday in Umatilla.

Robin Lynn Severance Lopez: Wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez in court

Robin Lynn Severance Lopez, the wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, made her first court appearance Tuesday after being booked on charges of conspiracy to commit racketeering and conspiracy to use or invest proceeds from racketeering.

Ex-Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez will not appear for future court hearings

Suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez will not appear in court for his alleged involvement in the illegal gambling scheme, online court records show.

Lake County deputies help rescue stranded boaters
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A family that was kayaking, including children, were recently rescued from the water by Lake County deputies. No one was injured during the rescue mission.

Lake County deputies search for missing teen with medical issues

Lake County deputies are asking the public for their help in locating a missing teen with medical issues from Altoona.

Lake County kayakers rescued by deputies
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A family, including children, was rescued by Lake County deputies after their inflatable kayak began to take on water and become stuck in aquatic grass.

Search for police impersonator in Lake County
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The search is still on for a man who is accused of impersonating a police officer in Lake County. Crimeline is offering a $1,000 reward for any information on the investigation. Crimeline's Barb Bergin joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the case.