Rep. Cory Mills defends record amid ethics probe as reelection bid looms
U.S. Rep. Cory Mills of Florida is pushing back against calls to resign as he seeks reelection, even as he faces a second investigation by the House Ethics Committee and renewed scrutiny over allegations tied to his conduct.
Oviedo police officers gift student bike to get to school safely
Oviedo police officers a middle school student with a new bike, helmet and lock to ensure she has a safe way to get to school.
Ex-cop assigned to Seminole High School arrested, accused of lewd comment towards student: Police
A former police officer with the Sanford Police Department has been arrested, accused of having inappropriate conversations with a high school student, the agency said.
'Claimed to be armed,' Florida man dies in hospital days after Longwood Circle K officer shooting
A Florida man, who claimed to be armed and appeared to drawing a gun at an officer, Longwood Police say, died days after the shooting after complications from surgery.
Seminole Towne Center redevelopment project to start in spring of 2026, Costco coming in 2027: city officials
The Seminole County Towne Center is getting some much-needed upgrades with demotion for the mall's revitalization project slated to begin this spring.
Florida parents arrested after 'malnourished' 5-month-old twins weigh under 6 pounds, deputies say
Two Sanford parents are facing child neglect charges after their five-month-old twins were hospitalized for malnourishment, weighing around 5.7 pounds, charging documents say.
Police stop driver in Altamonte Springs for using remote-controlled license plate cover
Police in Altamonte Springs stopped a driver after discovering a remote-controlled device designed to obscure the vehicle’s license plate, a violation of a Florida law that took effect late last year.
Dangerous riding: 'Reckless' e-bike usage leads to multiple citations for Oviedo teens
Central Florida cities are creating rules and expectations for e-bike usage and fining people in violation of these rules.
Seminole County schools increasing security after 'vague' social media threat
The decision is in response to an online video that features a masked individual making vague threats toward “schools and educational institutions."
Fake $50 bills reported at multiple Lake Mary businesses
Lake Mary police are investigating multiple incidents of counterfeit $50 bills being passed at local businesses.
Altamonte Springs' Lake Brantley High School code red lifted, Police call possible threat a 'hoax'
A possible school threat received at a high school in Seminole County was determined to be a hoax, police said.
New Costco location coming to Sanford in early 2027, city officials say
A new Costco location in Sanford is expected to open in early 2027, city officials say.
Boy, 8, seriously injured after dirt bike crashes into car in Altamonte Springs, FHP says
The crash happened Wednesday just after 6 p.m. at the intersection of South Roland Reagan Boulevard and Florence Avenue.
Black paint on Oviedo crosswalks fading months after being covered by FDOT
Months after colorful crosswalks across the state were painted over to comply with transportation laws, the paint appears to be fading in Seminole County.
Florida animal abuse registry criticized as shelters say state list falls short
A statewide registry created through legislation dubbed “Dexter's Law,” is designed to help identify people with a history of animal abuse is drawing criticism from animal welfare officials who say the database lacks enough information to be useful.
Former property owner weighs in on company filling in lake her family built: 'Sad to see it go'
A privately owned lake once stocked with fish and used for swimming and canoeing by generations of a Sanford family has been drained for development, leaving hundreds of fish and several turtles dead and raising questions about permitting and oversight.
Three-vehicle crash causes traffic delays on I-4 eastbound in Seminole County
The crash happened on the eastbound side of the interstate near the Lake Mary Boulevard exit.
Hundreds of fish, turtles found dead in Sanford pond near construction project
Hundreds of dead fish and several turtles were discovered in a pond near a construction site in Sanford, raising concerns among residents about the health of local waterways.
Recycle your electronics at Central Florida Zoo, get discounted zoo tickets
The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is hosting an electronics recycling event this weekend.
Florida man catches fire in effort to stay warm on New Year’s Day, police say
A Florida man is recovering after he caught on fire while trying to keep warm in a Longwood wooded area, officials said.