St. Johns River flooding expected to worsen in parts of Central Florida, forecasters say

The extended stretch of mostly dry weather is welcome news for southern Brevard County and the Treasure Coast following Monday's catastrophic flooding. However, runoff from that rainfall continues moving north through the St. Johns River basin, producing a prolonged river flood event.

Florida man shot girlfriend in the head during argument, police say

Officers arrested a Florida man for allegedly shooting his girlfriend in the head during an argument, according to the Oviedo Police Department.

Veterans, military members can get free admission to Central Florida Zoo

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens in Sanford has a special ticket offer for veterans and members of the military in honor of Veterans Day.

Seminole County confirms locally-acquired case of dengue fever

A case of locally-acquired dengue has been confirmed in Seminole County, according to the Florida Department of Health.

Oviedo city council refuses to reconsider city-sponsored booze events

Oviedo Mayor Megan Sladek requested that the city council reassess municipal funding for booze-centered events, but colleagues rejected the idea.

Peacocks spark neighborhood dispute over property damage in Casselberry

Residents of the Lost Lake subdivision are asking city officials to reconsider an ordinance protecting peacocks, saying the birds are damaging property and creating a nuisance.

Human remains found nearly 30 years ago identified as missing Wisconsin man

Human remains discovered in a wooded area in Sanford nearly 30 years ago have been identified as John Richard Moulis, a Wisconsin native who was reported missing in Orange County in January 1997, police said.

Central Florida Zoo gets $10K grant for sloth rehabilitation efforts

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens has received a $10,000 grant for its work rehabilitating sloths tied to the failed Sloth World attraction.

Suspect arrested after fleeing traffic stop, crashing into vehicle: Deputies

A driver was arrested Monday night after deputies said the suspect fled an attempted traffic stop, hit stop sticks and crashed into another vehicle before running away.

CFX approves $12.1 million design contract for SR 417-Sanford airport connector

A planned road connecting State Road 417 directly with the Orlando Sanford International Airport is moving forward after the Central Florida Expressway Authority approved $12.1 million for design work.

Florida receives $85 million federal grant to widen 20-mile stretch of I-4

Florida will receive $85 million in federal funding to widen a 20-mile stretch of Interstate 4 in Seminole and Volusia counties as part of a nationwide infrastructure investment announced Friday by the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Florida teacher accused of 'dragging' 7th grade student out of classroom, arrested: Officials

A Florida middle school teacher has been arrested under suspicion of child abuse after she allegedly grabbed a student's arm and "dragged" him out of the classroom and into the hallway, according to the Seminole County Sheriff's Office.

Veterinary clinic treating dog rescued from Seminole County house fire

A dog rescued from a Seminole County house fire investigators say was set intentionally is now recovering from burns at the Veterinarian Emergency Clinic of Central Florida.

Toys 'R' Us to open new store at Oviedo Mall

Toys 'R' Us, the well-known toy store chain, is planning to open a new location at Oviedo Mall amid a major expansion across the U.S.

Body camera, 911 calls capture frantic response to deadly Seminole County house fire

Newly released body-camera video and 911 recordings show the frantic moments first responders arrived at a burning home in Seminole County, where investigators said dozens of dogs were trapped inside.