Florida woman loses $34K in bogus law enforcement phone scam, officials say
Law enforcement agencies in Florida are warning people about a resurfaced phone scam, where people are pretending to be police officers or sheriff's office deputies and then demanding payments related to arrest warrants, jury duty, or court-related issues.
Law enforcement agencies in Florida are warning people about a resurfaced phone scam, where people are pretending to be police officers or sheriff's office deputies and then demanding payments related to arrest warrants, jury duty, or court-related issues.
Special prosecutor recommends impeachment for Kissimmee mayor amid ethics complaint: Report
The special prosecutor tapped to investigate an ethics complaint made against Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa related to $50,000 in COVID-era grants being awarded to businesses owned by her or her family concluded there is “clear probable cause" to file articles of impeachment against her, and even recommended the City of Kissimmee consider referring the matter to law enforcement.
The special prosecutor tapped to investigate an ethics complaint made against Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa related to $50,000 in COVID-era grants being awarded to businesses owned by her or her family concluded there is “clear probable cause" to file articles of impeachment against her, and even recommended the City of Kissimmee consider referring the matter to law enforcement.
'Polar Express' returning to Gaylord Palms for ice! exhibit
Gaylord Palms Resort in Kissimmee is bringing back The Polar Express for its annual ice! holiday exhibit.
Gaylord Palms Resort in Kissimmee is bringing back The Polar Express for its annual ice! holiday exhibit.
Homicide investigation underway after man found dead behind Kissimmee shopping plaza
A person was found dead behind a shopping plaza in Kissimmee on Wednesday night, according to the police department.
A person was found dead behind a shopping plaza in Kissimmee on Wednesday night, according to the police department.
Florida family narrowly escapes lightning strike: 'I just started running'
A Kissimmee woman said she and her children narrowly escaped injury after a lightning strike hit a neighbor's yard while she was unloading her vehicle during a storm.
A Kissimmee woman said she and her children narrowly escaped injury after a lightning strike hit a neighbor's yard while she was unloading her vehicle during a storm.
Charges recommended for Georgia mom after son, 2, killed with unsecured gun, deputies say
The Osceola County Sheriff's Office has recommended felony charges against a Georgia mom after her son was killed by her unsecured gun.
The Osceola County Sheriff's Office has recommended felony charges against a Georgia mom after her son was killed by her unsecured gun.
Man held in jail for weeks after justice system confuses him with someone else
A Central Florida man says he spent nearly two months in jail after authorities mistakenly identified him as another man with a similar name, prompting an internal review by corrections officials.
A Central Florida man says he spent nearly two months in jail after authorities mistakenly identified him as another man with a similar name, prompting an internal review by corrections officials.
Osceola County man accused of reaching 135 mph during chase, authorities say
An Osceola County man is facing multiple charges after deputies said he led law enforcement on a high-speed chase at speeds reaching 135 mph before abandoning his vehicle and attempting to flee on foot.
An Osceola County man is facing multiple charges after deputies said he led law enforcement on a high-speed chase at speeds reaching 135 mph before abandoning his vehicle and attempting to flee on foot.
DCF report reveals Department’s response to conditions inside unlicensed assisted living facilities
After a visit from sheriff's deputies and healthcare professionals, five residents at unlicensed assisted living homes – operated by Cherish Home Care – were removed due to poor conditions, records show. The owners of those unlicensed assisted living facilities are now facing life in prison for charges relating to defrauding and abusing the elderly.
After a visit from sheriff's deputies and healthcare professionals, five residents at unlicensed assisted living homes – operated by Cherish Home Care – were removed due to poor conditions, records show. The owners of those unlicensed assisted living facilities are now facing life in prison for charges relating to defrauding and abusing the elderly.
Orlando to Tampa in 30 minutes? New electric 'air taxi' infrastructure unveiled at Kissimmee Gateway Airport
Electric air taxis could soon become part of Central Florida's transportation network as local officials and aviation leaders work to develop the infrastructure needed for the emerging technology.
Electric air taxis could soon become part of Central Florida's transportation network as local officials and aviation leaders work to develop the infrastructure needed for the emerging technology.
Sheriff: 2-year-old shot, killed by 4-year-old cousin after finding unlocked, unsecured gun in car
A 2-year-old boy from Georgia has died after he was mistakenly shot by his 4-year-old cousin, who found an unsecured gun within his reach inside a vehicle in Kissimmee, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office.
A 2-year-old boy from Georgia has died after he was mistakenly shot by his 4-year-old cousin, who found an unsecured gun within his reach inside a vehicle in Kissimmee, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office.
Taste of Puerto Rico: How family-owned El Cilantrillo expanded to 4 Central Florida locations
Since opening its doors in 2017, El Cilantrillo has grown into four restaurants across Central Florida with a mission of bringing authentic Puerto Rican cuisine to everyone.
Since opening its doors in 2017, El Cilantrillo has grown into four restaurants across Central Florida with a mission of bringing authentic Puerto Rican cuisine to everyone.
126 sexual offenders behind bars to not complying with registration requirements
Over 100 sex offenders are back behind bars after failing to comply with requirements after their release. In a joint effort between the Osceola County Sheriff's Office and the U.S. Marshal Task Service, 126 people were served warrants for failing to comply with registry requirements. Now, they're facing new felonies.
Over 100 sex offenders are back behind bars after failing to comply with requirements after their release. In a joint effort between the Osceola County Sheriff's Office and the U.S. Marshal Task Service, 126 people were served warrants for failing to comply with registry requirements. Now, they're facing new felonies.
Georgia boy, 2, shot, killed with unsecured gun, deputies say | FULL
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | Osceola County Sheriff Chris Blackmon updated the public on the shooting of a two-year-old boy in a Kissimmee neighborhood on July 12. Blackmon reported the boy was shot after a 4-year-old family member got ahold of an unsecured gun.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | Osceola County Sheriff Chris Blackmon updated the public on the shooting of a two-year-old boy in a Kissimmee neighborhood on July 12. Blackmon reported the boy was shot after a 4-year-old family member got ahold of an unsecured gun.
Georgia boy, 2, killed after boy, 4, shot unsecured gun, deputies say
(Update 2:34 p.m.): The Osceola County Sheriff's Office identified the 2-year-old boy as Brayden Tennyson, of Louisville, Georgia. The sheriff's office said the unsecured gun was owned by the boy's mother.
(Update 2:34 p.m.): The Osceola County Sheriff's Office identified the 2-year-old boy as Brayden Tennyson, of Louisville, Georgia. The sheriff's office said the unsecured gun was owned by the boy's mother.
Operation Silver Spur: More than 100 sex offenders back behind bars, facing new felonies
Over 100 sex offenders are back behind bars after failing to comply with requirements of their release.
Over 100 sex offenders are back behind bars after failing to comply with requirements of their release.
Georgia boy, 2, dies after Kissimmee apartment complex shooting, deputies say
A two-year-old child is dead after he was rushed to the hospital on July 12, following a shooting at a Kissimmee apartment complex. No suspects have been publicly identified at this time.
A two-year-old child is dead after he was rushed to the hospital on July 12, following a shooting at a Kissimmee apartment complex. No suspects have been publicly identified at this time.
Violent abuse allegations in Central Florida unlicensed elderly patient care emerge during bond hearing
Prosecutors revealed that an unlicensed Central Florida assisted living ring was allegedly linked to physical violence, including allegations of patients being tased, pepper-sprayed, and physically beaten.
Prosecutors revealed that an unlicensed Central Florida assisted living ring was allegedly linked to physical violence, including allegations of patients being tased, pepper-sprayed, and physically beaten.
5 deaths connected to Osceola, Polk counties unlicensed assisted living facility
Detective and prosecutors unveiled new information during the bond hearing of Ronald Keith Pack, 60, and Marie Carenan, 56, who are accused of a years-long scheme involving running unlicensed assisted living facilities. Five deaths are connected to these facilities, officials confirmed.
Detective and prosecutors unveiled new information during the bond hearing of Ronald Keith Pack, 60, and Marie Carenan, 56, who are accused of a years-long scheme involving running unlicensed assisted living facilities. Five deaths are connected to these facilities, officials confirmed.
Osceola County deputy shoots man after fight overnight in Kissimmee, deputies say
An Osceola County deputy shot a man early Wednesday morning at a home in Kissimmee after responding to an emergency mental health call, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said.
An Osceola County deputy shot a man early Wednesday morning at a home in Kissimmee after responding to an emergency mental health call, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said.