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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A Florida man is recovering after he caught on fire while trying to keep warm in a Longwood wooded area, officials said.
Oviedo police use trading cards to connect with kids, build community trust
Police in Oviedo are rolling out a new community outreach effort aimed at building trust with children by turning rookie officers into trading cards.
Police in Oviedo are rolling out a new community outreach effort aimed at building trust with children by turning rookie officers into trading cards.
Meals on Wheels delivers holiday cheer to Seminole County seniors
Meals on Wheels serves seniors who are unable to shop or cook for themselves due to age, health issues, or limited mobility.
Meals on Wheels serves seniors who are unable to shop or cook for themselves due to age, health issues, or limited mobility.
4 people injured in 6-car Seminole County crash, Red Bug Lake road closed
Red Bug Lake Road – traveling westbound – is closed due to a six-vehicle crash in Seminole County, Tuesday evening.
Red Bug Lake Road – traveling westbound – is closed due to a six-vehicle crash in Seminole County, Tuesday evening.
Former bride-to-be still has to pay for wedding venue after fiancé's unexpected death
Months before she was to be married, her husband-to-be died unexpectedly. The two had booked the venue, reserved the date, and put a deposit down of more than $7,500.
Months before she was to be married, her husband-to-be died unexpectedly. The two had booked the venue, reserved the date, and put a deposit down of more than $7,500.
Surveillance video of woman accused of abducting 2 children arrested in Seminole County
A woman wanted in the abduction of her children from an Edgewater gas station was arrested overnight in Seminole County, according to police.
A woman wanted in the abduction of her children from an Edgewater gas station was arrested overnight in Seminole County, according to police.
Woman, 95, loses Lake Mary home to fire days before Christmas: 'We’re still a family'
A 95-year-old woman was left homeless just days before Christmas after a fire destroyed her Lake Mary home, authorities said Thursday.
A 95-year-old woman was left homeless just days before Christmas after a fire destroyed her Lake Mary home, authorities said Thursday.
Sanford officer bonds out of jail after arrest on fraud charge
A former Sanford Police Officer posted bond and was released from jail, hours after he was arrested on nearly 80 charges related to an alleged fraud scheme. Ronny Neal allegedly collected an unknown amount of money -- 'at least five figures' -- in false off-duty work from the City of Sanford, prosecutors allege.
A former Sanford Police Officer posted bond and was released from jail, hours after he was arrested on nearly 80 charges related to an alleged fraud scheme. Ronny Neal allegedly collected an unknown amount of money -- 'at least five figures' -- in false off-duty work from the City of Sanford, prosecutors allege.
Ex-Sanford officer, Ronny Neal, linked to over $12K payout in alleged fraud scheme: court documents
A former Sanford Police officer, who is accused of stealing city money through an 11-month fraud scheme, received a payout of over $12,000 from a false account with a Sanford Apartment complex, court records say.
A former Sanford Police officer, who is accused of stealing city money through an 11-month fraud scheme, received a payout of over $12,000 from a false account with a Sanford Apartment complex, court records say.