Kissimmee police chief marks 100 days in office, highlights trust-building reforms
Kissimmee Police Chief Charles Broadway marked his first 100 days in office focusing on rebuilding trust after a major scandal involving excessive force and misconduct.
Kissimmee police chief talks first 100 days in office
Chief Charles Broadway is marking his first 100 days in office with a department-wide update focused on transparency, innovation and community-centered policing. The chief highlighted key accomplishments and outlined what’s next for the Kissimmee Police Department at a press conference on Thursday, July 10. Initiatives include leadership development, expanded wellness programs, new community outreach efforts and the implementation of new technology to enhance investigative capabilities.
Pregnant mom's car stolen from carwash, crashed in series of collisions worth $20K in damages
A Kissimmee woman’s car was stolen and crashed, causing $20,000 in damage and leaving her without transportation.
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.
Kissimmee Police discipline officers after 2023 use-of-force incident
Thirteen members of the Kissimmee Police Department have faced disciplinary action after an independent investigation by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office found serious misconduct stemming from a 2023 excessive force incident involving a former officer.
Kissimmee Police Department investigation results | FULL
On Wednesday, the Kissimmee Police Department presented the findings of an independent investigation conducted by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. This investigation followed concerns the State Attorney’s Office raised in October 2024 regarding the conduct and/or truthfulness of several sworn officers.
I-4 closure update: All lanes reopen near ChampionsGate after semi truck crash, fertilizer spill
Interstate 4 was closed for hours near ChampionsGate after a semi hauling fertilizer hit a guard rail and caught fire.
Child drowns in Central Florida pond while on vacation with family, deputies say
A child drowned on Friday morning in a Central Florida pond while on vacation with his family, Osceola County deputies say.
Kissimmee armed robbery suspect arrested in SWAT raid
A man wanted in connection with an armed robbery at a Checkers restaurant was arrested Wednesday morning during a search warrant operation at a home in Kissimmee, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.
Kissimmee approves firefighter schedule overhaul, adds property fee to fund plan
The Kissimmee Fire Department is set to become the first in Central Florida to adopt a 24/72 shift schedule, offering firefighters an extra day of rest without a pay cut — a move city officials say will improve morale and retention, though it comes at a cost to property owners.
Man dies after car crashes into Kissimmee pond, troopers say
A man was killed in a crash in Osceola County after his car went into a retention pond on Friday morning, according to troopers.
Rep. Soto announces grants for Orlando, Kissimmee airports
Congressman Darren Soto hosted a press conference on Wednesday afternoon at the Orlando International Airport (MCO) with Greater Orlando Aviation Authority and Kissimmee Gateway Airport representatives to announce more than $33.5 million in FY25 Airport Infrastructure Grants for MCO and Kissimmee Gateway Airport.
Mayonnaise request may have led to Checkers employee shooting, killing customer: Investigators
A fast food worker accused of fatally shooting a customer who complained about his order appeared in court Friday as new and disturbing details emerged about the incident outside a Checkers restaurant in Kissimmee.
Gov. DeSantis speaks at annual homeschool convention in Kissimmee
Gov. Ron DeSantis gave remarks at the Florida Parent Educators Association's Annual homeschool convention in Kissimmee on Friday morning.
Missing tot with mental disabilities rescued from retention pond in Kissimmee after hours-long search
A 3-year-old boy with mental disabilities went missing in Kissimmee and was found in a nearby retention pond after hours of searching.