NHC: Short-lived tropical storm could develop in Gulf, off U.S. Coast, this week

A short-lived tropical depression or tropical storm could develop this week in the Gulf, bringing heavy rains to parts of Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) said.

Historic start to sea turtle nesting season along Florida coast
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Over 700 sea turtle nests have been documented in Volusia County beaches with over half of those nests found in New Smyrna beach. County officials have counted over 350 sea turtle nests, marking the nests wooden stakes and bright ribbon. Beach goers are asked to stay clear of the nesting areas. 

Palm Coast man accused of having sex with 2 underage girls, authorities say

Volusia County investigators say a Palm Coast man is facing multiple charges after an investigation into allegations that he had sexual contact with two underage victims in Ormond Beach.

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.

Florida woman wrongly arrested in deadly I-4 crash sues FHP troopers: Lawsuit

A Florida woman who said she was wrongly jailed for nearly two weeks and wrongly accused of killing three people in a hit-and-run crash on Interstate 4 has filed a federal lawsuit against Florida Highway Patrol and the troopers who accused her.

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.

Judge denies bond for man accused of shooting stranger in Orange City

A 21-year-old man accused of shooting a stranger following an argument outside an Orange City shopping plaza will remain in jail after a judge denied bond Monday.

Deland improves safety for e-bikes and e-scooters
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DeLand's Police Chief joined Good Day Orlando to discuss enhanced safety regulations for e-bikes and e-scooters. Under the new rules, riders are no longer allowed on downtown sidewalks, and new speed limits and helmet requirements are now in place. 

Man arrested after shooting in Orange City parking lot, police say

A 21-year-old man was arrested Sunday after a shooting in a parking lot at an Orange City shopping plaza, according to police.

Volusia County weighs beach access safety upgrades after deadly tollbooth crash

Volusia County officials are evaluating new safety measures at beach access points after a deadly crash at a Daytona Beach Shores toll plaza killed a tollbooth worker and renewed concerns about vehicle barriers at beach entrances.

Fraternal Order of Eagles Orange City chapter reopens nearly 3 years after fire

Nearly three years after a fire destroyed its longtime headquarters, the Orange City chapter of the Fraternal Order of Eagles has reopened in a new building.

Man accused of carjacking woman at nail salon arrested after chase in Volusia County

A 44-year-old man accused of stealing a woman's vehicle from a Port Orange nail salon was arrested Wednesday after a pursuit that ended with deputies taking him into custody in the middle of a roadway, authorities said.

Florida mom accused of leaving child, 3, in hot car released on bond

The Florida woman accused of leaving her 3-year-old child in a hot car for hours while she donated plasma has been released on bond.

Deanna Harrell: Woman accused of hitting toll booth, killing woman inside, arrested

A Florida woman suspected of driving her truck into a Daytona Beach Shores toll booth, killing the woman who was working inside, has been taken into custody, the Volusia Sheriff's Office said Wednesday morning.