First all-female honor flight out of Florida heads to Washington D.C.

One hundred and nine female veterans and their provided guardians will go on a grand tour of D.C., including monuments, war memorials, and banquets.

Crews end search after report of missing person in Lake Monroe

Authorities in Seminole County received a tip on Monday that a woman had jumped into Lake Monroe and did not resurface. Emergency response crews conducted a lengthy search in an area of the lake near Veterans Memorial Park in Sanford.

Blue-green algae found at Lake Dot in Sanford

The Florida Department of Health said Friday that blue-green algae – common bacteria found in Florida's freshwater lakes and rivers – has been detected at Lake Dot, which saw a rash of dead ducks and fish in recent weeks, prompting concerns from nearby residents.

Possible ammunition or explosives found inside Sanford storage unit, police said

Explosive technicians are investigating a storage unit in Sanford after possible ammunition or explosives were found inside, according to the Sanford Police Department.

Safety tips for boaters ahead of Memorial Day weekend fun

Ahead of the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, the Seminole County Fire Department is reminding those planning to be out on the water to have their life vests and safety gear.

Seminole County to receive $688K to restore Little Wekiva River

It has been two years since neighbors have been able to enjoy canoeing and kayaking at Little Wekiva River, which has become overgrown with invasive plants that are threatening the river's ecosystem.

FHP: Sanford teen trying to change lanes killed in crash on I-4

A Sanford teenager was killed Saturday night while trying to change lanes on Interstate 4, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Spotty cell service? Verizon looking to add more cell towers in Orlando

Verizon Wireless recently announced that it would invest an additional $149 million to upgrade its cell towers and connections in Florida. That investment is on top of $1 billion the company previously announced it was spending to expand its network in the state.

Life in space: UCF students studying ways to build homes, farm food in space

What would human homes and cities on other moons and planets be built out of? It's something space enthusiasts and scientists are looking at already amid the current space race.

New Wekiva Parkway section opens between Lake, Seminole counties

A new parkway designed to alleviate traffic between Lake and Seminole counties will open Monday, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.