Florida police officer passes away due to COVID-19, department says
The Port Orange Police Department said that Officer Justin White has passed away from COVID-19. He passed away on Thursday morning.
Port Orange mother accused in death of baby found with fentanyl in system
A Port Orange mother was arrested, accused of aggravated manslaughter in the death of her 11-month-old daughter, which police believe was the result of exposure to the powerful synthetic opioid fentanyl.
Coast Guard: 3 people on sinking boat near Port Orange safe
The Coast Guard said Saturday afternoon that the people aboard the boat were all safe and accounted for.
Deputies: Woman was shopping on Amazon on her phone when she hit Sheriff Chitwood
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood was hit by a vehicle while biking in Port Orange, the Sheriff's Office said on Thursday.
State Attorney finishes review of New Smyrna Beach shooting involving law enforcement
When the suspect got out of his car, deputies said that he shot at law enforcement, hitting a New Smyrna Beach police officer, and ran off.
Search for missing Florida teacher
A Volusia County teacher has been missing for weeks. Robert Heikka, 70, is a teacher a Creekside Middle School.
Central Florida newlyweds killed in Colorado plane crash
A Volusia County couple on their honeymoon were killed in a plane while returning to Florida from Colorado.
Woman killed in Port Orange house fire, officials say
Fire officials confirmed that the fire was accidental in nature and caused by an electrical issue.
Florida restaurant told veterans their service dogs can stay but they must leave, woman claims
The veteran explained that after about twenty minutes, a manager came up to them and told them that they had to leave.
Man arrested after dog named 'Buddy Boy' is found beaten to death, Central Florida police say
Police said that the dog had several abnormal injuries that are not consistent with a natural death. They also found blood and other evidence on the ground outside that was consistent with the injuries of the dog.
Suspect known as 'Gold Mouth' wanted for attempted murder, Florida deputies say
Deputies identified the suspect as 28-year-old Conrad Massey. He allegedly shot the victim following an argument and the victim survived.
Aunt Catfish’s reopens, limited hours among changes
A popular Port Orange restaurant reopened its doors Tuesday after closing down for a week.
Volusia County restaurant closes after employee tests positive for COVID-19
They will close temporarily so that every restaurant employee can get tested on Tuesday. They anticipate a 72-hour turnaround for results.
Port Orange business facing backlash for requiring masks
A Port Orange business owner says she's facing backlash for requiring customers to wear face masks.
Playgrounds, splash pads in Port Orange reopen after coronavirus closure
Port Orange city management is allowing city playgrounds and splash pads to reopen.
Over a hundred protesters gather in Volusia County, remains peaceful and unified
The Volusia County Sheriff's Office actually thanked the demonstrators for staying peaceful throughout the protest.
Hardware stores shift gears to hurricane season preps
The past several weeks have been all about COVID-19 at Sumner Hardware, a mom and pop business in Port Orange.
Hardware stores shift from coronavirus response to hurricane preps
Hardware stores are adjusting hours and supplies, shifting from coronavirus response to hurricane season preparations.
2 injured, 2 arrested following stabbing in Port Orange, police say
Two victims were reportedly transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Family still searching for missing Port Orange woman who disappeared 10 years ago
Laurel Rogers disappeared 10 years ago, but her family and friends aren't stopping in their search for answers.