Apopka residents say construction site is causing flooding in their neighborhood
Some Apopka residents say dirt from a construction site that filled a retention pond is causing flooding in their neighborhood when it rains.
Some Apopka residents say dirt from a construction site that filled a retention pond is causing flooding in their neighborhood when it rains.
Funeral for fallen Apopka firefighter Austin Duran held Saturday
Duran, who worked for the Apopka Fire Department, was hurt last month when a 4,500-pound sand trailer fell on him.
Duran, who worked for the Apopka Fire Department, was hurt last month when a 4,500-pound sand trailer fell on him.
Hundreds attend vigil for Apopka firefighter Austin Duran
Hundreds of firefighters and other members of the Apopka community carried candles at a vigil for Austin Duran, who passed away on Friday.
Hundreds of firefighters and other members of the Apopka community carried candles at a vigil for Austin Duran, who passed away on Friday.
Funeral arrangements announced for Apopka firefighter Austin Duran
An Apopka firefighter who died from injuries he sustained while on the job last month will be honored with a procession ahead of his funeral service at Journey Christian Church on Saturday, July 23.
An Apopka firefighter who died from injuries he sustained while on the job last month will be honored with a procession ahead of his funeral service at Journey Christian Church on Saturday, July 23.
Apopka firefighter Austin Duran dies weeks after being hurt on the job
"Austin fought this fight like a warrior, like a hero. My heart is broken," his sister said.
"Austin fought this fight like a warrior, like a hero. My heart is broken," his sister said.
Porkie’s BBQ runs out of food in fundraiser for injured Apopka Firefighter
The Apopka community is showing up for a firefighter in need in a big way. Porkie’s Original Barbeque held a fundraiser for Austin Duran, injured last week in an accident at the station. So many people showed up that they ran out of food – something that has never happened before, the owner said.
The Apopka community is showing up for a firefighter in need in a big way. Porkie’s Original Barbeque held a fundraiser for Austin Duran, injured last week in an accident at the station. So many people showed up that they ran out of food – something that has never happened before, the owner said.
BBQ restaurant to hold fundraiser for injured Apopka firefighter on Thursday
A fundraiser is being held on Thursday at an Apopka restaurant to raise funds for Austin Duran, a firefighter who was injured on the job.
A fundraiser is being held on Thursday at an Apopka restaurant to raise funds for Austin Duran, a firefighter who was injured on the job.
Apopka police officer arrested for suspected DUI while driving his patrol vehicle, police say
A 25-year-old police officer who was arrested Monday evening on suspicion of driving under the influence told law enforcement during a traffic stop that he was on his way to work, according to a Lake County arrest affidavit.
A 25-year-old police officer who was arrested Monday evening on suspicion of driving under the influence told law enforcement during a traffic stop that he was on his way to work, according to a Lake County arrest affidavit.
Apopka firefighter suffers 'significant work-related injury' Thursday, taken to hospital
A firefighter with the Apopka Fire Department suffered a "significant work-related injury" Thursday morning and was transported to the hospital, the fire department said.
A firefighter with the Apopka Fire Department suffered a "significant work-related injury" Thursday morning and was transported to the hospital, the fire department said.
Alligator mating season: Video shows gator appear to make bellowing sounds at woman in Apopka
Evelyn Bell said she was driving along Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive Sunday morning when an alligator in its natural habitat began doing what appears to be a "water dance" according to Gator Alley Farm.
Evelyn Bell said she was driving along Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive Sunday morning when an alligator in its natural habitat began doing what appears to be a "water dance" according to Gator Alley Farm.
Central Florida BBQ restaurant drops prices so everyone 'can at least afford to eat out,' owner says
Porkie's owner Steve White plans to keep the prices lowered for "as long as I can."
Porkie's owner Steve White plans to keep the prices lowered for "as long as I can."
Apopka police: Teen reported missing, last heard from nearly a month ago
The Apopka Police Department is asking for the community's help in locating a missing teenager who officers say has not been heard from since April 19.
The Apopka Police Department is asking for the community's help in locating a missing teenager who officers say has not been heard from since April 19.
Massive 2-acre mulch fire erupts at recycling plant in Apopka
A massive first-alarm fire erupted at an environmental recycling plant in Florida early Saturday morning illuminating the sky in orange and yellow hues, and sent smoke high into the air.
A massive first-alarm fire erupted at an environmental recycling plant in Florida early Saturday morning illuminating the sky in orange and yellow hues, and sent smoke high into the air.
Charging bear caught on camera: Florida couple says they narrowly escaped bear that raced toward them
An Apopka, Florida couple said they recently had a close encounter with a black bear. Their Ring doorbell camera captured their mad dash to the house to narrowly escape the bear's grasp.
An Apopka, Florida couple said they recently had a close encounter with a black bear. Their Ring doorbell camera captured their mad dash to the house to narrowly escape the bear's grasp.
Second helicopter discovered in Lake Apopka where pilot was rescued on Tuesday
The day after a helicopter crash-landed in Lake Apopka, a second helicopter that seemingly crash-landed was also found in the lake.
The day after a helicopter crash-landed in Lake Apopka, a second helicopter that seemingly crash-landed was also found in the lake.
Orange County firefighters train for risky rescues
Orange County Special Operations firefighters have trained for life or death situations in which they have to rescue someone from a tight, tucked away space.
Orange County Special Operations firefighters have trained for life or death situations in which they have to rescue someone from a tight, tucked away space.
Apopka wildlife sanctuary shows how quickly a tiger can turn fierce
South Florida has had two tiger attacks in three months. An expert weighs in on the recent attacks.
South Florida has had two tiger attacks in three months. An expert weighs in on the recent attacks.
Florida couple chased back into home by charging bear
It was a day like any other until a Florida couple was chased back into their home by a bear.
It was a day like any other until a Florida couple was chased back into their home by a bear.
Apopka tennis organization helps Ukrainian brothers adjust to new life
The Gerbut brothers are more than 5,000 miles from their native Ukraine, but they've found a piece of normalcy in Apopka through Tennis Galaxy.
The Gerbut brothers are more than 5,000 miles from their native Ukraine, but they've found a piece of normalcy in Apopka through Tennis Galaxy.
National civil rights activists hosts rally for justice in Apopka
There was a small rally at the Unity Missionary Baptist Church Monday evening that a civil rights activist called a mobilization meeting. He will be back because he says the City of Apopka needs help
There was a small rally at the Unity Missionary Baptist Church Monday evening that a civil rights activist called a mobilization meeting. He will be back because he says the City of Apopka needs help