Volusia County pulls $600K in arts funding amid debate over drag performances

The Volusia County Council voted to withdraw $611,000 in cultural arts grants that had been designated for nearly three dozen local organizations, including theaters, museums and community arts programs.

Sophia Lewin becomes first female position coach in Stetson football history

Stetson University football is breaking new ground this season with the hiring of Sophia Lewin, the first female position coach in program history.

Friday Football Blitz: Mainland vs. DeLand
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On this segment of Friday Football Blitz, FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz visits Mainland High School as their football team prepares to take on DeLand High School.

Friday Football Blitz: DeLand vs. Mainland
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On this segment of Friday Football Blitz, FOX 35's David Martin visits DeLand High School as their football team prepares to take on Mainland High School.

Calls for change after kids nearly hit in DeLand bike lane
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Members of a DeLand neighborhood are seeking help from officials after video shows two kids nearly struck by a vehicle. FOX 35's Marley Capper walks us through what happened.

Black bear shot, killed after breaking into Florida home: FWC

A Florida homeowner shot and killed a Black bear that had apparently broken into their home, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The FWC said it was notified about the incident on Friday morning. 

Journey's End Animal Sanctuary in DeLand
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Journey's End Animal Sanctuary in DeLand is a nonprofit that provides lifetime care and shelter for dogs, cats, pigs, sheep and goats. The organization has a homelike setting where animals can enjoy their lives. FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the sanctuary to introduce us to some new friends.

11-year-old arrested after allegedly writing school threat
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An 11-year-old student was arrested, handcuffed and walked to the Volusia County juvenile detention center after allegedly writing a threat on a school desk. That student is now potentially facing a felony charge. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie walks us through the incident.

Dog owner pleads not guilty in case of boy mauled to death in Volusia County

One of the owners of the dogs that fatally mauled an 8-year-old boy earlier this year in Volusia County pleaded not guilty Thursday to felony evidence tampering.

DeLand firefighters have new alert system to protect hearing, reduce stress

A new alert system aimed at protecting firefighters’ health is being introduced at the DeLand Fire Department, where officials say it could help reduce hearing damage and stress from traditional alarms.

Missing Lake County teenager found safe, officials say

A missing teenager from Lake County has been found, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office. LCSO put out a Facebook post on Aug. 19 asking for the public's help in finding the 16-year-old. In an update on Aug. 27, LCSO said the girl had been safely recovered.

1 dead after DeLand homeless camp shooting over beer and cigarettes, officials say

One man is dead following a shooting that took place after a fight over beer and cigarettes on Monday night at a homeless camp in DeLand, according to officials.

1 dead after shooting at DeLand apartment complex
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One man is dead following a shooting that took place on Friday morning at an apartment complex in DeLand, deputies say. The shooting allegedly stemmed from a domestic dispute where a man shot his girlfriend's ex-boyfriend.

1 dead after shooting at DeLand apartment complex, deputies say

One man is dead following a shooting that took place on Friday morning at an apartment complex in the DeLand area of Volusia County, deputies say.

6 DeLand men facing prison time for trafficking firearms
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Six men from DeLand will spend time in federal prison, as they're accused of trafficking firearms to Mexican drug cartels. The sentences range for each suspect, with one facing as long as nine years.

Thief steals $30K in Pokémon cards from DeLand store in 75-second smash-and-grab

A thief made off with up to $30,000 worth of Pokémon cards during a smash-and-grab burglary at a trading card shop in DeLand, marking the latest in a string of similar heists across Central Florida.