Box truck catches fire; all lanes blocked on Florida's turnpike northbound near Clermont
A box truck on fire is blocking all northbound lanes on Florida's turnpike near the Clermont area, troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) say.
A box truck on fire is blocking all northbound lanes on Florida's turnpike near the Clermont area, troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) say.
Lake County man arrested after allegedly threatening to kill during altercation
A Lake County man was arrested after allegedly assaulting and threatening another man with a firearm during a domestic dispute, according to sheriff's deputies.
A Lake County man was arrested after allegedly assaulting and threatening another man with a firearm during a domestic dispute, according to sheriff's deputies.
Memorial Day tributes across Florida, nation as Americans honor the fallen
On Memorial Day, Clermont, Florida hosted a moving tribute featuring the Vietnam Traveling Wall, a replica of the Washington, D.C. memorial that honors over 58,000 fallen service members. Similar remembrances took place nationwide, including at Arlington National Cemetery, where President Trump honored the fallen and Gold Star families.
On Memorial Day, Clermont, Florida hosted a moving tribute featuring the Vietnam Traveling Wall, a replica of the Washington, D.C. memorial that honors over 58,000 fallen service members. Similar remembrances took place nationwide, including at Arlington National Cemetery, where President Trump honored the fallen and Gold Star families.
Clermont police officers arrest suspect in attempted bank robbery, bomb threat
A suspect accused of attempting to rob a Clermont bank and threatening to detonate a bomb has been arrested, police announced Friday.
A suspect accused of attempting to rob a Clermont bank and threatening to detonate a bomb has been arrested, police announced Friday.
New video shows response to deadly ambush of deputies as suspect Julie Sulpizio ruled competent for trial
Newly released body camera footage reveals the chaotic and desperate efforts of SWAT officers as they attempted to rescue a wounded deputy during a deadly ambush in Lake County last August.
Newly released body camera footage reveals the chaotic and desperate efforts of SWAT officers as they attempted to rescue a wounded deputy during a deadly ambush in Lake County last August.
Clermont attempted bank robbery and bomb threat: Police searching for suspect
The Clermont Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a suspect who attempted to rob a bank and threatened a teller with a bomb on Wednesday morning.
The Clermont Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a suspect who attempted to rob a bank and threatened a teller with a bomb on Wednesday morning.
Lake Square Mall adds 4 new businesses
While some malls are struggling to maintain business, the Lake Square Mall wants people to know it's still thriving. FOX 35's Matt Trezza shows us how the county's largest mall is bringing back businesses.
While some malls are struggling to maintain business, the Lake Square Mall wants people to know it's still thriving. FOX 35's Matt Trezza shows us how the county's largest mall is bringing back businesses.
2 prescribed burns happening in Central Florida area
There are currently two prescribed burns happening in the Central Florida area. In Seminole County, 325 acres are being burned, while in Lake County, 200 acres are being burned.
There are currently two prescribed burns happening in the Central Florida area. In Seminole County, 325 acres are being burned, while in Lake County, 200 acres are being burned.
Dozens of rare indigo snakes released in Florida to battle invasive species
State officials have released dozens of rare indigo snakes into the wild in the Florida Panhandle. Indigo Snakes are large natural predators and local biologists say they can assist in killing off an invasive snake species to help balance the ecosystem.
State officials have released dozens of rare indigo snakes into the wild in the Florida Panhandle. Indigo Snakes are large natural predators and local biologists say they can assist in killing off an invasive snake species to help balance the ecosystem.
Waterspout forms near Leesburg close to State Road 44, no damage reported
A waterspout was reported along State Road 44 in Lake County on Monday.
A waterspout was reported along State Road 44 in Lake County on Monday.
Motorcyclist killed in Lake County hit-and-run; FHP searching for suspect
A motorcyclist was killed in a hit-and-run crash Thursday night on U.S. 27 near Citrus Grove Road, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A motorcyclist was killed in a hit-and-run crash Thursday night on U.S. 27 near Citrus Grove Road, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Remembering Monica Islam: Eustis community honors murdered woman with vigil
Monica Islam, a mother from Eustis, was reported missing on May 2 and days later her body was discovered in Mount Dora on Scenic Hill Drive. On Friday, friends and family held a vigil.
Monica Islam, a mother from Eustis, was reported missing on May 2 and days later her body was discovered in Mount Dora on Scenic Hill Drive. On Friday, friends and family held a vigil.
TikTok Chromebook challenge sparks Florida school warnings
Lake County Schools issued warnings to parents about the TikTok Challenge Wednesday. The district advised students and parents they could face severe consequences - including expulsion or criminal charges - if a student is caught doing the challenge on a district device.
Lake County Schools issued warnings to parents about the TikTok Challenge Wednesday. The district advised students and parents they could face severe consequences - including expulsion or criminal charges - if a student is caught doing the challenge on a district device.
Lake County house fire displaces family of 6, hospitalizes child, leaves pets dead or injured
A house fire in Sorrento displaced a family of six and left one child hospitalized, along with two pets dead and another missing, according to authorities and the homeowner.
A house fire in Sorrento displaced a family of six and left one child hospitalized, along with two pets dead and another missing, according to authorities and the homeowner.
Leesburg just invested in water fluoridation system that is now banned in Florida: What happens now?
Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a bill that bans fluoride in Florida’s water. The City of Leesburg had recently made a choice to add fluoride to their water.
Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a bill that bans fluoride in Florida’s water. The City of Leesburg had recently made a choice to add fluoride to their water.
Florida officials rule missing woman's death a homicide after body found in Mount Dora
Monica Islam, 44, who was reported missing in Eustis, was found dead in Mount Dora, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
Monica Islam, 44, who was reported missing in Eustis, was found dead in Mount Dora, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
Hit-and-run suspect tracked down by his own iPhone alert after crash: FHP
Jerome Williams is facing charges after allegedly fleeing the scene of a crash early Sunday morning on Sunnyside Drive in Leesburg.
Jerome Williams is facing charges after allegedly fleeing the scene of a crash early Sunday morning on Sunnyside Drive in Leesburg.
Peach A Palooza returns to Graham's U-Pick Farms
One of the only peach farms in Florida is having its annual Peach-A-Palooza event. The event has grown to a massive size these past few years, and it?s the perfect Mother?s Day outdoor activity! FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the farm in Lake County to tell you everything you need to know before you go.
One of the only peach farms in Florida is having its annual Peach-A-Palooza event. The event has grown to a massive size these past few years, and it?s the perfect Mother?s Day outdoor activity! FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the farm in Lake County to tell you everything you need to know before you go.
Loaded gun found at Eustis High School, officials say; student arrested
A student was arrested after being found with a loaded gun at Eustis High School in Lake County, officials said.
A student was arrested after being found with a loaded gun at Eustis High School in Lake County, officials said.
Ron, Casey DeSantis speak on Hope Florida program in Lake County
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis hosted a news conference on Friday afternoon where they announced that the Department of Education is working on a new pilot program that aims to identify and train a Hope Florida liaison to serve at select school districts. DeSantis said Orange County was the first school district to identify and train a liaison. Lake County will be the second district to include this program.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis hosted a news conference on Friday afternoon where they announced that the Department of Education is working on a new pilot program that aims to identify and train a Hope Florida liaison to serve at select school districts. DeSantis said Orange County was the first school district to identify and train a liaison. Lake County will be the second district to include this program.