Volusia County pulls $600K in arts funding amid debate over drag performances
The Volusia County Council voted to withdraw $611,000 in cultural arts grants that had been designated for nearly three dozen local organizations, including theaters, museums and community arts programs.
Sophia Lewin becomes first female position coach in Stetson football history
Stetson University football is breaking new ground this season with the hiring of Sophia Lewin, the first female position coach in program history.
Massive iguana wrangled by Daytona Beach police officers
Daytona Beach police officers had an unusual call this week — a massive iguana roaming through a neighborhood.
11-year-old arrested in Volusia after posting about bringing gun to DeLand Middle School, deputies say
An 11-year-old girl was arrested earlier this week in Volusia County after she allegedly made a post on social media saying she would be bringing a gun to DeLand Middle School.
Volusia County considers new dog-friendly stretches of Daytona Beach
Parts of Daytona Beach could soon be going to the dogs — literally. City and county leaders are considering a proposal to create a new dog-friendly beach area, joining neighboring Ormond Beach in welcoming furry visitors.
Accused armed carjacker jumped into river to attempt escape, deputies say
A Fort Lauderdale man is facing armed carjacking charges after a dramatic chase that ended in the Halifax River.
Florida man pointed gun at kids, threatened to shoot them for making waves near his boat, officials say
A 43-year-old Florida man was arrested and booked into jail, accused of pointing a gun at several kids and threatening to shoot them because they allegedly were creating waves near his boat, according to the New Smyrna Beach Police Department.
Dad banned from child's football game after confrontation over national anthem
What started as a youth football game in Ormond Beach turned into controversy after an 8-year-old boy removed his helmet during the national anthem — and his father says the coach told him to put it back on.
Death penalty on table in Edgewater Officer's shooting death
The State Attorney's Office for the 7th Judicial Circuit intends to see the death penalty against Eduardo Machado, the man accused of shooting and killing off-duty Edgewater Police Officer David Jewell. Machado was indicted by a grand jury on a charge of first-degree murder in Jewell's death.
1 injured after car crashes into school bus in New Smyrna Beach, officials say
A driver was left seriously injured after their car got stuck under a school bus Monday morning in New Smyrna Beach, officials say.
Volusia deputies hospitalized in crash following traffic stop, officials say
The deputies were transported to the hospital and were said to be conscious and alert.
3 killed in hit-and-run crash on I-4 in Volusia, officials say
3 killed in hit-and-run crash on I-4 in Volusia County, officials say
Volusia County woman convicted of manslaughter in 2022 DeLand shooting
A Volusia County woman has been convicted of manslaughter in the shooting death of the father of her child, prosecutors said Friday.
Daytona Beach unveils restored Main Street arch, iconic landmark since 1936
A piece of Daytona Beach history has been given new life. City leaders on Thursday unveiled the restored Main Street arch, a landmark that has welcomed visitors to the boardwalk and pier since the 1930s.
Masked men ransack Volusia Mall store, steal thousands in clothing
Daytona Beach police are searching for two men caught on camera ransacking a store inside Volusia Mall, making off with thousands of dollars in merchandise and leaving behind heavy damage.
Friday Football Blitz: Mainland vs. DeLand
On this segment of Friday Football Blitz, FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz visits Mainland High School as their football team prepares to take on DeLand High School.
Friday Football Blitz: DeLand vs. Mainland
On this segment of Friday Football Blitz, FOX 35's David Martin visits DeLand High School as their football team prepares to take on Mainland High School.
Main Street Arch ribbon-cutting ceremony in Daytona Beach
The City of Daytona Beach is holding a Main Street Arch ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday morning at the base of the arch, which is located at the east end of Main Street by Ocean Avenue. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz walks us through what the ceremony will celebrate.
Florida Super Speeder Law: 50 arrests in Central Florida
It has been three months since Florida's "Super Speeder" law went into effect, increasing penalties for people who drive over 100 mph or 50 mph over the posted speed limit. Under the law, drivers can be cuffed and arrested. FOX 35 reached out to various agencies to see how many people have been arrested under the new law.
Fugitive wanted for murder arrested in DeLand after 2-month investigation, officials say
A wanted Arkansas fugitive accused of murder was arrested on Wednesday in DeLand after a two-month investigation, officials say.