Apparent sinkhole closes roads in Lake County
The Lake County Sheriff's Office is advising motorists to avoid the area of Montevista Road and Bradley Circle in Clermont, due to an apparent sinkhole.
The Lake County Sheriff's Office is advising motorists to avoid the area of Montevista Road and Bradley Circle in Clermont, due to an apparent sinkhole.
Gunman still on the loose 2 years after Mount Dora couple shot and killed
Wednesday marks two years since the murders of a Central Florida couple at their convenience store – and the killer has still not been found.
Wednesday marks two years since the murders of a Central Florida couple at their convenience store – and the killer has still not been found.
Family dog shot, killed in Lake County yard; Florida owner offering reward
All Richard Pettis has left are photographs of his 9-year-old Bassett Hound named "Camo." "He said Camo had been shot in the head while in the yard.
All Richard Pettis has left are photographs of his 9-year-old Bassett Hound named "Camo." "He said Camo had been shot in the head while in the yard.
Hurricane Ian relief: FEMA extends deadline for Florida residents to apply for disaster assistance
The deadline for Florida residents impacted by Hurricane Ian to apply for FEMA disaster assistance has been extended to Jan. 12, 2022, FEMA announced Monday.
The deadline for Florida residents impacted by Hurricane Ian to apply for FEMA disaster assistance has been extended to Jan. 12, 2022, FEMA announced Monday.
Charges dropped against officers accused in beating of Florida inmate
Charges have been dropped against three Florida correctional officers and their captain in connection to the alleged beating of an inmate at a state prison in 2019.
Charges have been dropped against three Florida correctional officers and their captain in connection to the alleged beating of an inmate at a state prison in 2019.
Judge sets bond for Florida driver accused in hit-and-run that killed 14-year-old boy
Florida Highway Patrol said they arrested 57-year-old Enrique Ramirez Thursday – just hours following the incident on charges of leaving the scene involving death.
Florida Highway Patrol said they arrested 57-year-old Enrique Ramirez Thursday – just hours following the incident on charges of leaving the scene involving death.
Driver arrested hours after hitting, killing Florida teen waiting for school bus
The driver involved in a hit-and-run crash that killed a 14-year-old Lake County teen was arrested just hours following the incident.
The driver involved in a hit-and-run crash that killed a 14-year-old Lake County teen was arrested just hours following the incident.
Florida student killed in hit-and-run crash while walking to school bus in Lake County
A 14-year-old Florida boy was killed after being hit by a car while crossing a street in Lake County early Thursday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 14-year-old Florida boy was killed after being hit by a car while crossing a street in Lake County early Thursday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
'I’m being chased, and I need help!': Mom of missing man recalls phone call from distressed son
During the early morning hours of December 15, 2018, Daniel Decker made a frantic phone call to his mother. He said he was being chased and needed help.
During the early morning hours of December 15, 2018, Daniel Decker made a frantic phone call to his mother. He said he was being chased and needed help.
Mother says Florida man accused of killing her 5-year-old son in DUI crash was her classmate
A second arrest warrant has been issued for the suspected drunk driver in a crash that killed a 5-year-old boy in Lake County.
A second arrest warrant has been issued for the suspected drunk driver in a crash that killed a 5-year-old boy in Lake County.
3 accused of manslaughter after infant overdoses on meth in DeLand
A 4-month-old baby died back in May from a meth overdose, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office. Three people, including the child's mother, are now facing manslaughter in the boy's death.
A 4-month-old baby died back in May from a meth overdose, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office. Three people, including the child's mother, are now facing manslaughter in the boy's death.
Mom reunites with family that tried to save her and her son following deadly DUI crash
The Florida Highway Patrol says a man accused of hitting and killing a five-year-old boy in Lake County over the weekend will now be facing manslaughter charges. That came as a relief to the mother of the boy killed, Kaitlin.
The Florida Highway Patrol says a man accused of hitting and killing a five-year-old boy in Lake County over the weekend will now be facing manslaughter charges. That came as a relief to the mother of the boy killed, Kaitlin.
'Honestly disgusted': Mom angered over release of suspect in crash that killed her 5-year-old son
The Florida Highway Patrol has issued a new warrant for the arrest of Daksh Wadhwa, 30, after upgrading one of his charges related to an investigation into a deadly crash.
The Florida Highway Patrol has issued a new warrant for the arrest of Daksh Wadhwa, 30, after upgrading one of his charges related to an investigation into a deadly crash.
Outrage over low bond for Florida man accused of killing 5-year-old in DUI crash
People are taking to social media to share their anger over his $3,000 bond, saying it was too low.
People are taking to social media to share their anger over his $3,000 bond, saying it was too low.
Looking for haunted spots around Orlando? Book a ghost tour in this Florida town
Mount Dora may be known for its beautiful lakeside views, and charming small-town shops and restaurants, but do you know about its supposed haunted history?
Mount Dora may be known for its beautiful lakeside views, and charming small-town shops and restaurants, but do you know about its supposed haunted history?
Florida boy, 5, dies day after being hurt in morning DUI crash; Driver charged with DUI manslaughter: FHP
Suspected DUI driver Daksh Wadhwa is facing DUI manslaughter after a 5-year-old Florida boy who was the passenger of a car he crashed into Saturday morning, has died, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Suspected DUI driver Daksh Wadhwa is facing DUI manslaughter after a 5-year-old Florida boy who was the passenger of a car he crashed into Saturday morning, has died, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
What happened to Lacey Buenfil? Florida mother missing for more than a decade
What happened to Lacey Buenfil? The Florida mom has been missing for more than a decade and her disappearance remains unsolved.
What happened to Lacey Buenfil? The Florida mom has been missing for more than a decade and her disappearance remains unsolved.
FHP: 5-year-old boy critical after DUI crash in Lake County; driver arrested
30-year-old Daksh Wadhwa was arrested for DUI and possession of cocaine.
30-year-old Daksh Wadhwa was arrested for DUI and possession of cocaine.
Lockdown lifted at Mount Dora Middle School after no weapon found
UPDATE: The lockdown has been lifted. No weapon was found. As a precaution, extra officers will be on campus for the rest of the day.
UPDATE: The lockdown has been lifted. No weapon was found. As a precaution, extra officers will be on campus for the rest of the day.
Suspicious driver who approached boy walking to bus stop was Lyft driver looking for customer with same name
The Lake County Sheriff's Office said Tuesday that a suspicious incident where a man approached a boy who was walking to his bus stop last wheel was an “innocent misunderstanding” and turned out to be a Lyft driver looking for a customer.
The Lake County Sheriff's Office said Tuesday that a suspicious incident where a man approached a boy who was walking to his bus stop last wheel was an “innocent misunderstanding” and turned out to be a Lyft driver looking for a customer.