Robin Severance-Lopez released from jail after posting bond in alleged illegal gambling operation
Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, has been approved to bond out of jail days following her arrest related to an alleged illegal gambling operation that generated millions of dollars over the years.
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.
Man shoots intruder trying to burglarize mother's home
An intruder was shot by a man after he allegedly attempted to burglarize a home on Friday night in Osceola County. Mitchell Platt, 37, has been arrested for Burglary and Possession of Burglary Tools. Officials are asking anyone with information about the incident to call the sheriff’s office on its non-emergency number at (407) 348-2222.
Man shoots intruder after attempt to burglarize Osceola County home, deputies say
An intruder was shot by a man after he allegedly attempted to burglarize a home on Friday night in Osceola County.
Marcos Lopez arrest: Osceola County approves forensic audit of sheriff’s office, requested by interim sheriff
Osceola County officials announced their approval for a forensic audit of the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office. Interim Sheriff Christopher Blackmon requested the audit.
Robin Severance-Lopez bond hearing: Judge questions sourcing of $20K; Lopez to remain in jail
Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, was in court Thursday for a bond hearing to determine if she had met the court's bond requirements and could be released from jail.
Bond hearing for suspended sheriff's estranged wife
The estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez will appear in court today in hopes of finally getting out of jail on bail. Robin Lopez was arrested on a federal charge of conspiracy to invest proceeds from racketeering. Marcos Lopez has been charged with conspiracy to commit racketeering and racketeering, allegedly tied to an illegal gambling house. A judge set Robin Lopez's bond at $400,000.
String of fireworks tent thefts hits Central Florida ahead of July 4
With just days until Independence Day, a string of fireworks tent burglaries is frustrating business owners and prompting some to boost security across Central Florida.
Madeline Soto case update: Stephan Sterns' cell phone, Google Drive allowed as evidence at trial
Florida prosecutors will be allowed to use Stephan Sterns' cell phone and Google Drive – and the alleged photos and videos found on each – as evidence at his upcoming trial, an Osceola County Judge has ruled.
Pre-trial hearing in Stephan Sterns case
Today, there will be a pre-trial hearing in the Stephan Sterns case. Sterns is accused of killing and sexually abusing 13-year-old Maddie Soto. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie shares updates on the case.
Central Florida fireworks theft: $85K stolen from Big Bang stores
The President of Big Bang Fireworks, Justin Driggers, says two of his locations were hit by thieves this week.
Kissimmee leaders consider alcohol sale changes
Today, The Kissimmee City Council is expected to vote to decide whether to limit the hours for alcohol sales downtown. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie says leaders are considering the changes due to rowdiness in local establishments during late night hours.
Next steps in the Sheriff Lopez investigation
Suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez was escorted out of the Lake County Jail on Thursday evening after posting bond amid an alleged federal racketeering case. Lopez stayed silent as he walked out of jail –- and was quickly escorted to a waiting truck. He did not answer reporters' questions. Jose Rivas, a criminal defense attorney, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about what comes next for the investigation.
Marcos Lopez: Suspended Osceola County sheriff bonds out of jail amid racketeering case
Suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez was escorted out of the Lake County Jail on Thursday evening after posting bond amid an alleged federal racketeering case. Lopez stayed silent as he walked out of jail –- and was quickly escorted to a waiting truck. He did not answer reporters' questions.
Kissimmee Prairie Preservation State Park
It’s time to trade city lights for starry nights! FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the 54,000 acre Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park to experience something most people have never tried: a new moon night at a designated International Dark Sky Zone. Astronomers, campers and adventurers flock to this part of the Sunshine State to experience the jaw-dropping celestial beauty.
Who is Robin Lopez? Neighbor shares insight
Who is Robin Lopez? She's the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez. She was arrested and charged with conspiracy to invest proceeds from racketeering related to an alleged illegal gambling business that generated millions. Marcos Lopez is charged with conspiracy to commit racketeering and racketeering connected to the same business. Prosecutors allege that Robin Lopez helped move money between the alleged co-defendants to Marcos Lopez.
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.
Wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez arrested
The wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez was arrested Monday on charges of conspiracy to commit racketeering, one of the same charges her husband is facing tied to an alleged multi-million-dollar illegal gambling operation.
6 killed in Osceola County crash on State Road 60, officials say
Florida Highway Patrol troopers responded to a head-on collision along State Road 60 west of South Kenansville Road that claimed the lives of six people on Saturday evening.