3 rescued after fishing boat capsizes in Mosquito Lagoon

Three fishermen were rescued Tuesday night after their boat capsized in Mosquito Lagoon, leaving them stranded in the water while clinging to the overturned vessel.

Why millions of leaping fish are jumping into Florida boats

A massive mullet migration along Florida's Atlantic coast is creating high-stakes drama on the water as millions of small fish stream south, drawing hungry predators and eager anglers.

Balcony collapses at New Smyrna Beach condo; building deemed unlivable

A second-story balcony collapsed over the weekend at a condominium complex on South Atlantic Avenue in New Smyrna Beach, sparking immediate safety concerns and forcing the residents to evacuate.

Accused carjacker reached 137 mph during pursuit in Volusia County, deputies say

A 41-year-old man was arrested after authorities say he stole a car from a woman stopped at a red light and reached speeds of up to 137 mph during a pursuit through Volusia County.

Good Samaritans rescue driver from submerged car at New Smyrna Beach boat ramp

Two Good Samaritans are being credited with rescuing a driver moments before his car became fully submerged at a boat ramp in New Smyrna Beach, fire officials said.

New Smyrna Beach embraces shark reputation while officials stress safety

New Smyrna Beach may be known as the "shark bite capital of the world," but that reputation has done little to deter the millions of visitors who swim, surf and fish along Volusia County's coastline each year.

Florida man, 20, arrested for making threat against South Causeway Bridge in New Smyrna Beach: Officials

A 20-year-old man from Edgewater is accused of making a terroristic threat against the South Causeway Bridge in New Smyrna Beach, which crosses the Indian River North, connecting New Smyrna Beach and the inlet.

Mother recounts hit-and-run crash that injured her and son, 8, in New Smyrna Beach

A Florida mother is sharing her story after she and her 8-year-old son were struck by a vehicle while crossing a street in New Smyrna Beach, leaving both injured and beginning what she described as a long recovery.

Quick actions by deputies help save woman who collapsed in ocean, officials say

A pair of Volusia County deputies rescued a 68-year-old woman from the water in New Smyrna Beach and performed lifesaving measures, before she was rushed to the hospital.

2 missing boaters found off Florida coast: 'Mother Nature was in our favor'

Two missing fishermen were stranded in the middle of the ocean for roughly 24 hours off the coast of Florida after their boat suffered electrical issues, FOX 35 has learned.

Avery Lynn Sexton: Dad remembers daughter hit, killed on beach; 'Happiest little girl you could ever meet'

Little Avery Lynn Sexton was the "happiest little girl you could ever meet." She was energetic, bubbly, liked to walk and run around, and to play at the beach, according to her dad, Dante Sexton.

Florida man faked blindness to collect nearly $245,000 in VA benefits, feds say

Federal prosecutors say a Florida man fraudulently collected hundreds of thousands of dollars in veterans disability benefits by falsely claiming he was legally blind, federal prosecutors said.

New Smyrna resident build custom wall to protect against erosion
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Oceanfront property owners are paying out of pocket to build a coquina rock seawall designed to reduce erosion and restore dunes. The project comes after Hurricanes Ian and Nicole destroyed existing dunes and damaged properties.

New Smyrna Beach neighbors self-fund natural seawall to fight erosion, rebuild dunes

A group of oceanfront property owners in New Smyrna Beach are taking coastal protection into their own hands, funding the construction of a natural seawall designed to defend against erosion while helping rebuild the shoreline.

2 sailboats wash up on New Smyrna Beach amid rough wave conditions
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Amid the fast 40 mile per hour wind and 14 foot waves, two sailboats were found washed on the shore of New Smyrna Beach. A couple in the boat, who called 911, are expected to be Ok.