Volusia, Flagler join 7th Circuit school systems to prevent violence and substance abuse in schools

School district leaders within the state's Seventh Judicial Circuit came together with the help of State Attorney RJ Larizza to discuss a new initiative cracking down on violence and substance abuse in public schools.

Schools pushing for help among students
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Central Florida schools pushing for help among students when it comes to drugs, mental health, and accountability

18-year-old accused of selling gun that injured teen
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An 18-year-old is accused of selling a gun to a Port Orange teen that is responsible for shooting his 13-year-old friend. The two were playing with the gun when it went off.

17-year-old shot, killed in late-night Pierson shooting, deputies say

A 17-year-old was killed and an 18-year-old was injured after a shooting on Wednesday night in Pierson, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office.

When does school start? Central Florida back-to-school calendar

When do students go back to school in Central Florida? Here's a county-by-county look at when the first day of school is.

Florida woman electrocuted in 'accident' during storm outside her home, deputies say

A death investigation is underway after a Lake Helen woman was electrocuted during a storm outside her Volusia County home on Friday evening, according to deputies.

Florida firefighter bitten by shark at New Smyrna Beach

CJ Lyles, a firefighter from Florida, drove himself home after being bitten by a shark so his girlfriend could take him to the hospital.

Motorcyclist claiming to be 'sovereign citizen' arrested after running stop sign, flashing blue lights: Police

A man described by police as a “sovereign citizen" was arrested Tuesday in Volusia County. Edgewater Police said the motorcyclist was stopped because he ran a stop sign and was riding with flashing blue lights.

FDOT announces opening date for SunRail's DeLand Station

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has announced the opening date for the DeLand SunRail Station.

Man accused of killing jewelry store owner shot 4 times by witness: DBPD

A Port Orange man was gunned down in his own jewelry store, according to police. John Craiger, 83, is accused of pulling the trigger and is now behind bars without bond. For the first time, authorities have released a jail booking photograph of Craiger and new details about the incident.

Lightning sparks brush fire in Ormond Beach, fire department says

A brush fire was reported in the Ormond Beach area on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Ormond Beach Fire Department.