Volusia Public Schools issues corrected W-2 forms after system error found: What to know

Volusia Public Schools said it has issued corrected W-2C forms to roughly 7% of its employees – teachers, support staff, district staff – after it identified a reporting error with its originally issued 2025 W-2 forms.

Authorities search for teens accused of harming gopher tortoise in DeLand

Authorities in Florida are searching for two teenagers accused of spraying expanding foam insulation into the mouth of a gopher tortoise in DeLand, an incident wildlife officials are investigating as possible animal cruelty.

Man accused of abusing infant as investigators cite shaking, brain injuries

Authorities say a Florida man is accused of abusing a 7-month-old infant, leaving the child with serious brain injuries that required emergency surgery.

Man, 75, drowns in Volusia County after leg gets caught in rope, deputies say

A 75-year-old man drowned Saturday morning after getting caught in a rope while preparing his boat for the day, the Volusia Sheriff's Office said.

Amtrak cancels Florida stops over brush fires: What we know

Two large brush fires burning near the Clay County-Putnam County line in northern Florida have forced Amtrak to cancel or modify several of its train routes or stops in Florida.

'You failed': Florida couple arrested after 6-year-old showed up to school hungry, bruised, officials say

A Florida man and woman were arrested at a school in Volusia County on charges of child abuse and neglect after a 6-year-old girl showed up to school with bruising and redness on her face, the report said.

AI-generated images used in scam targeting owners of missing dog

A Florida family searching for their missing dog says scammers used AI-generated images to try to extort nearly $2,800 by falsely claiming the pet needed emergency surgery after being hit by a car.

Battery charge dropped after controversial Daytona Beach arrest caught on bodycam

A battery charge has been dropped against a tourist who was arrested in Daytona Beach last month, according to documents filed in the Seventh Judicial Circuit Court.

'So disgusted': Port Orange residents concerned about canal quality, clean up

Some residents in Port Orange are concerned about the quality of a drainage canal near their homes – and claim that the water quality has declined significantly over the years.

Crystal Ballroom Daytona Beach abruptly closes; evicted over $240K in unpaid rent, records show

Crystal Ballroom abruptly closed its wedding venue in Daytona Beach, leaving plenty of couples scrambling for answers, refunds, and to find a new wedding venue, FOX 35 has learned.

Off-road driving damages lawns in Port Orange neighborhoods, police say

Port Orange police officers are investigating a string of incidents involving vehicles being driven off-road through residential neighborhoods, causing widespread damage and prompting multiple arrests.

Water main break opens large crater, closes DeLand road

A ruptured water main caused by contractor work has left a major roadway damaged and closed in DeLand.

Marine Science Center hosts two-day Turtle Day event in Volusia County

The Marine Science Center in Volusia County is hosting its annual Turtle Day celebration as a two-day event, featuring hands-on activities, educational programs and opportunities to learn about marine conservation.

Judge seals part of alleged confession in Volusia County deputy shooting case

New details emerged in court as a man accused of trying to kill a Volusia County deputy appeared before a judge Thursday, with the hearing focused on whether portions of his alleged confession should be kept from the public.

Cats found in deplorable conditions at DeLand inn; several dead

Authorities in Volusia County are investigating after 19 cats were found in deplorable conditions at a DeLand inn.

Investigation ongoing as 3 cats died, 16 found at DeLand motel
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Nineteen cats were found abandoned, in separate rooms, of a DeLand motel. Authorities said they were notified of the incident after calls of a "rancid" smell coming from the room. While three cats died, 16 were rescued and are currently receiving care. 

Judge rules to release part of confession after Florida man shoots deputies
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One month after Luis Diaz Polanco, 31, was arrested after shooting at Volusia County deputies when they showed up to his home, a judge now rules to release part of Polanco's confession. Polanco's lawyers wanted part of his alleged confession sealed in which he reportedly confessed to shooting the deputies. 

Rough weather strands sailboats in New Smyrna Beach

Rough weather is being blamed for a sailboat that ran aground on the sand in New Smyrna Beach — and officials say it may not be the only vessel to wash ashore this week.