Sumter County struggles to hire new firefighters after commissioners reject fee increases

The Sumter County Commission has voted against raising the fire assessment fee for residents and local businesses. With the area growing fast, the two local fire departments are now trying to figure out how to keep everyone safe.

When does the 2023-2024 school year start in Central Florida?

Here's when the 23-24 school year starts in Central Florida. The list includes Orange County, Volusia County, Osceola County, and many other counties.

Larry Nassar: Disgraced sports doctor reportedly stabbed multiple times at Florida prison

Disgraced sports doctor Larry Nassar, who was convicted of sexually abusing female gymnasts, was stabbed multiple times during an altercation with another incarcerated person at a federal prison in Florida.

Man dives out of apartment building
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A Florida man was arrested after he drove a car into an apartment building, burglarized apartments, and dove out of a window.

Florida man cuts off ankle monitor, dives out of apartment building window during SWAT situation

A Florida man with a lengthy criminal rap sheet was arrested after he dove out of an apartment window that he barricaded himself in, according to the Sumter County Sheriff's Office.

Florida teacher accused of grabbing special needs student's ear, hair 'to gain compliance': deputies

A Florida special education elementary school teacher is accused of pulling on a student's ear and hair to gain compliance when the student allegedly acted out, according to the Sumter County Sheriff's Office.

Florida teen and rising star killed during horse competition

A 16-year-old equestrian was killed over the weekend during a horse riding competition in Florida, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.

What to expect at Swap-O-Rama flea market
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FOX 35's David Martin explains what you need to know about the Swap-O-Rama flea market in Webster, Florida.

FHP: Leesburg man arrested in death of motorcycle rider

A Leesburg man has been arrested in the death of a motorcycle rider, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

Officials: Man shot after taking Marion County deputy's Taser during struggle

Florida deputies shot a man on Thursday night after he fought with deputies and took one of the deputy's stun gun, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.