'It's a dirty secret': Seminole County Elections Supervisor says racism obstructing projects

Seminole County’s Supervisor of Elections is speaking out against what he describes as years of racist behavior. He says he understands his interactions at work and the way people in the public view him moving forward may be different as a result.

Florida organization creates 'recess kits' for school teachers

Ask any elementary school kid what their favorite part of the school day is and chances are “recess” will be the answer.

VIDEO: 3-legged bear breaks into Florida home's lanai, drinks 3 White Claws | 'Oh my God, look at him!'

A Lake Mary, Florida, mother received the shock of her life when she discovered that a three-legged black bear, affectionately known as Tripod, had somehow managed to break into her home while her 13-year-old son was inside with the family dog. The woman said the bear even accessed her outdoor refrigerator and helped itself to three of her White Claws.

Sanford man seeks 2 strangers who saved his life: 'They're true heroes'

Lewis Alexander, from Sanford, hopes to thank the good Samaritans who recently saved his life. A bandage covered the wound that Alexander says nearly cost him his life after a bicycle accident. 

19th anniversary of kidnapped woman's death
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It has been 19 years since Susan Perkins was killed after jumping out of her car that she and a friend were being kidnapped in.

Sanford's Jingle Jam holiday festival may not be canceled this year

Jingle Jam is downtown Sanford’s big holiday festival. "It's very much well-attended and people look forward to doing it every year," said Sanford visitor Rick Sims.

Boyfriend charged in woman's death
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The boyfriend of a Sanford woman who was found dead with a zip tie around her neck has been arrested in connection to her death, police say

Florida dog found alive after vanishing amid bear attack in Longwood; owner hospitalized: FWC

A dog was found alive after vanishing following a bear attack in Longwood neighborhood earlier this week, the Florida Fish and Wildlife confirmed Thursday morning. The dog's owner was taken to a hospital following the encounter with the bear. His condition was not immediately released, but officials said the man had a large head wound.

Neighbors rush to help man and his dog facing bear in Seminole County

Neighbors in a Seminole County neighborhood said they stepped in to help a man and his dog after the two encountered a black bear earlier this week.

Where to get sandbags in Central Florida ahead of Hurricane Idalia's landfall along coast

Several counties across Central Florida have opened up sandbag sites for residents to prepare ahead of Tropical Storm Idalia, which is forecast to become a major hurricane before making landfall on Florida's Gulf Coast.

Chemical leak at Lake Mary water treatment plant fixed, official says

The Lake Mary Fire Department said there has been a chemical spill at the Lake Mary water treatment plant, but insisted that there is no immediate danger to people who live nearby and that the city's water is safe to drink.

Black bear shot, killed in Sanford neighborhood 'charged' at man and his dog, documents say

The Seminole County Sheriff's Office has confirmed to FOX 35 that one of its employees was involved in the shooting of a mother bear last week in a Sanford neighborhood. That bear was later euthanized due to its injuries.

Deputies arrest man allegedly caught sneaking around Florida home

The Seminole County Sheriff’s Office said a man accused of breaking into a home and charging at the homeowners has been arrested.