Seminole High students return to class after shooting inside school

Students at Seminole High School in Sanford are trying to get back to normal a day after a shooting on campus. Parents are questioning whether the school can ever be completely safe.

Seminole High student shot 3 times recovering after surgery, family says

The suspect in a shooting at Sanford's Seminole High School, 16-year-old Da'raveius Smith, is facing numerous charges, including first-degree attempted murder. Police said he brought a gun into the school and shot 18-year-old student Jhavon McIntyre three times. McIntyre was transported to Central Florida Regional Hospital where he underwent surgery.

Seminole High School will be 'back to normal' after school shooting

Seminole County District Superintendent of Schools Serita D. Beamon says Thursday classes at Seminole High School will go on as planned. Even so, some parents and students are still on edge.

Police ID suspect in shooting at Seminole High School in Sanford

Seminole High School began the dismissal process for the main campus in Sanford just before 3 p.m. following a shooting incident that prompted the school to be placed on a lockdown. Earlier in the day, a student was shot inside the school and a suspect was taken into custody, authorities said. Investigators are calling this an isolated incident.

Supreme Court rejects request to block federal air travel mask mandate
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The Supreme Court Tuesday denied an emergency request asking for a pause to the federal COVID-19 airline mask mandate. The case was filed by Florida father Michael Seklecki and his 4-year-old son who is autistic who cannot tolerate wearing masks but must fly to Boston Children’s Hospital in Massachusetts for regular medical care.

New Seminole County COVID-19 testing site opens by-appointment-only

Seminole County has partnered with Allied Health to offer a new COVID-19 testing site.  The walk-up location is at the Sanford SunRail Station, located at 2720 W. State Road 46.

Doorbell camera shows mama bear and cub trying to enter Florida home

A Florida resident was shocked to see a mama bear and her cub at the door of her home on Christmas. Even more shocking? Her Ring camera caught the curious pair trying to push the front door open.

Central Florida's True Crime Files:  Search for killer in fatal shooting of Antoine Haggins

A nightmare for one Central Florida family started the night before Thanksgiving in 2017. Antoine Haggins, a father of six, was gunned down in a Sanford apartment parking lot.

School violence on the rise: Leaders blame pandemic, social media

School violence is on the rise this year, according to officials. Some school leaders say they believe the increase, in part, was caused by the effect the COVID-19 pandemic had on the mental health of young people.

Mama bear and 2 cubs spotted in Sanford tree

A FOX 35 viewer called in on Monday morning to report a mama bear and two cubs at Gilbert St. and Orange Blvd. in Sanford.

Central Florida Zoo hosts 'Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild'

You can now experience the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens like never before at its "Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild" event.

Extra security present at high school football game
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It is high school football playoff season and emotions are running high. One big rivalry put security under the microscope on Friday evening for Lake Mary-Seminole playoff game. The district added extra safety and security measures to keep the crowds under control.

Showdown in Sanford: Historic rivals have rematch in state playoffs

Players and fans are getting ready for a showdown in Sanford. Seminole High School is hosting Lake Mary in a big football playoff game Friday night. The referees are going to keep things civil on the field, but after some drama in the stands during the last game, there are some changes for the fans this game.