Ormond Beach woman remains hospitalized weeks after being run over on beach, son says

A woman who was sunbathing on the sand in Ormond Beach last month when she was struck by a pickup truck remains hospitalized nearly six weeks later, according to her family.

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.