Worker killed, another critically injured in separate Seminole County construction accidents

One construction worker was killed and another was critically injured Tuesday in two separate construction accidents about a mile apart in Seminole County, authorities said.

Body pulled from water near Wekiwa Springs State Park

A swimmer died Monday evening after going underwater and not resurfacing near Wekiwa Springs State Park, according to Seminole County Fire Rescue.

New BellaBot delivering food at Hollerbach’s German Restaurant in Sanford

Hollerbach's German Restaurant in downtown Sanford is testing a new employee that doesn't take breaks, doesn't call in sick and has quickly become a favorite with customers.

11-year-old girl missing in Sanford found safe, police say

An 11-year-old girl who was reported missing on Thursday in Sanford has been found safe and returned home, according to the Sanford Police Department.

Sanford shooting update: Police looking to ID drivers of two BMW vehicles

The Sanford Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying the drivers of two BMWs amid its investigation into a mass shooting that left several people hurt.

Amendment 3: Seminole County warns property tax vote could trigger budget cuts

Seminole County officials warn that a proposed expansion to Florida’s homestead exemption under Amendment 3 could force millions of dollars in budget cuts to local animal shelters and public clinics.

11-year-old Florida boy cited, ordered to appear in court for electric dirt bike

An 11-year-old boy in Oviedo will likely have to miss school to attend a mandatory court date after he was cited and released to his parents for riding an electric dirt bike on the street without a driver's license.

Bicyclist seriously hurt in Winter Springs hit-and-run crash, FHP says

A 29-year-old man who was riding his bicycle in Winter Springs was seriously hurt last week after being hit by a vehicle that drove off, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Sanford shooting: Police chief urges community to help; 'Speak up!'

Minutes after Sanford police officers responded to reports of a shooting during a family gathering over the weekend, officers found at least a half-dozen people with gunshot wounds, a “plethora" of vehicles driving away from the area, and a number of potential witnesses who did not want to talk to anyone about what happened.

8 people hurt in Sanford shooting during gathering, police say

Seminole County officials responded to the area of 10th Street and Poplar Avenue for a scene with injuries around 9:54 p.m. during a gathering, according to police.

Tesla video helps driver beat fleeing charge after Winter Springs traffic stop

A Winter Springs man who was arrested at gunpoint in his own driveway after police accused him of fleeing a traffic stop has been acquitted, with Tesla camera footage playing a key role in his defense.

Altamonte Springs ends Red Hot & Boom, citing size, cost and safety concerns

Altamonte Springs officials voted to end Red Hot & Boom, one of Central Florida's largest Fourth of July celebrations, saying the event had become too large and too expensive to continue.

FOX 35 Care Force: Seminole County firefighters honored for saving 3-year-old girl

Three years after Seminole County firefighters helped save the life of a 3-year-old girl who was accidentally run over by a truck, the crew has become much more than a group of first responders to her family.

Sanford City Manager Norton Bonaparte retiring in October

Sanford City Manager Norton Bonaparte will retire in October after 15 years, the city announced on Tuesday.

Lake Mary officer uses patrol car to stop runaway truck during medical emergency

A Lake Mary police sergeant deliberately drove his patrol car into the path of a pickup truck after its driver lost consciousness behind the wheel, preventing the vehicle from entering oncoming traffic and potentially avoiding a more serious crash.

FHP:  Woman charged with DUI after her car plunges into lake near Maitland

A 26-year-old driver escaped with minor injuries after her car ran off Maitland Avenue and wound up in a lake Saturday night according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Man hurt after being hit by Casselberry Police cruiser, FHP says

An Altamonte Springs man was hurt Friday after he was hit by a Casselberry police patrol vehicle while crossing the street, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Central Florida groom survives head-on crash, marries bride hours later from hospital bed

What was supposed to be a traditional wedding day turned into an unexpected rally at the hospital after a head-on collision nearly stopped a central Florida groom from marrying the love of his life.

Oviedo residents raise flooding concerns after creek overflows during routine rain

Residents living along Sweetwater Creek in Oviedo are raising concerns after a routine afternoon rainstorm sent water spilling into backyards, causing erosion and renewed fears about flooding.