Florida judge defies family's wishes, rejects plea deal; refuels fight between Uthmeier, Worrell
A Florida judge presiding over a first-degree murder case rejected a plea agreement that would have sent the man accused of killing his wife to jail for 30 years, not life in prison. The victim's family, including their daughter, was OK with the plea agreement because it would avoid trial.
A Florida judge presiding over a first-degree murder case rejected a plea agreement that would have sent the man accused of killing his wife to jail for 30 years, not life in prison. The victim's family, including their daughter, was OK with the plea agreement because it would avoid trial.
Victim in firehouse hazing incident reaches settlement with Marion County
Kayne Stuart, who was beaten and waterboarded while filling in at Marion County Fire Rescue’s “Friendship Station" in December 2025, has now reached a settlement with the county.
Kayne Stuart, who was beaten and waterboarded while filling in at Marion County Fire Rescue’s “Friendship Station" in December 2025, has now reached a settlement with the county.
High winds and severe storms hit as Florida man vanishes on Georgia lake
First responders are searching two square miles of Carters Lake in Murray and Gilmer counties by air and water for missing 37-year-old Sean Cunningham.
First responders are searching two square miles of Carters Lake in Murray and Gilmer counties by air and water for missing 37-year-old Sean Cunningham.
Photos: Massive fire at Kissimmee pawn shop; 1 firefighter hurt, official says
Firefighters responded to a large fire at a pawn shop on Vine Street in Kissimmee on Friday.
Firefighters responded to a large fire at a pawn shop on Vine Street in Kissimmee on Friday.
Pawn shop destroyed in Kissimmee fire
A pawn shop was destroyed in an early morning fire in Kissimmee that injured one firefighter and shut down traffic in the area for several hours, authorities said.
A pawn shop was destroyed in an early morning fire in Kissimmee that injured one firefighter and shut down traffic in the area for several hours, authorities said.
Boyfriend accused of evidence tampering after Florida teen shot, killed
The boyfriend of Skyler Bradford, 17, has been charged with tampering with evidence after her death. Skyler, who was preparing to start college next month, her family said, was shot and killed July 29 at an apartment complex on Old Cheney Highway. No arrest have been made in connection to her death.
The boyfriend of Skyler Bradford, 17, has been charged with tampering with evidence after her death. Skyler, who was preparing to start college next month, her family said, was shot and killed July 29 at an apartment complex on Old Cheney Highway. No arrest have been made in connection to her death.
Florida AG Uthmeier accuses Worrell of offering a 'sweetheart deal' in murder case
The argument stems over a plea deal offered in a first-degree murder case. Hassan Adeyemo is accused of shooting and killing his wife, Nanchin “Sarah” Adeyemo. First-Degree Murder is a capital offense. The State Attorney’s Office could have sought the death penalty if they’d chosen to, or life in prison. Instead, Worrell’s Office offered a plea for 30 years behind bars. Attorney General James Uthmeier applauded the decision by Judge Eric Netcher to not accept the plea.
The argument stems over a plea deal offered in a first-degree murder case. Hassan Adeyemo is accused of shooting and killing his wife, Nanchin “Sarah” Adeyemo. First-Degree Murder is a capital offense. The State Attorney’s Office could have sought the death penalty if they’d chosen to, or life in prison. Instead, Worrell’s Office offered a plea for 30 years behind bars. Attorney General James Uthmeier applauded the decision by Judge Eric Netcher to not accept the plea.
Settlement reached in civil case of Marion County firehouse 'hazing'
Kayne Stuart was beaten and waterboarded while filling in at Marion County Fire Rescue’s “Friendship Station” in December of 2025. Details of Kayne’s agreement with the County are mostly confidential. We do know one aspect of it, the worker’s comp portion, settled for $100,000. Stuart has now reached a settlement with Marion County.
Kayne Stuart was beaten and waterboarded while filling in at Marion County Fire Rescue’s “Friendship Station” in December of 2025. Details of Kayne’s agreement with the County are mostly confidential. We do know one aspect of it, the worker’s comp portion, settled for $100,000. Stuart has now reached a settlement with Marion County.
Deltona e-bike ban for riders under 18 won’t be enforced, Volusia sheriff says
A new Deltona rule restricting e-bike use by anyone under the age of 18 will not be enforced, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
A new Deltona rule restricting e-bike use by anyone under the age of 18 will not be enforced, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Volusia Sheriff won't enforce Deltona e-bike ban, he says
A new Deltona rule restricting e-bike use by anyone under the age of 18 will not be enforced, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Chitwood said their focus will remain on education, safety training instead of issuing tickets and making arrests.
A new Deltona rule restricting e-bike use by anyone under the age of 18 will not be enforced, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Chitwood said their focus will remain on education, safety training instead of issuing tickets and making arrests.
2 Volusia County lifeguard save boy, 5, from drowning
FOX 35 spoke with two lifeguards who saved the life of a five-year-old boy who was found unconscious at Silver Beach in Volusia County. The lifeguards responded to cries for help after a boy drowned in the water. The lifeguards started CPR and the boy started breathing again.
FOX 35 spoke with two lifeguards who saved the life of a five-year-old boy who was found unconscious at Silver Beach in Volusia County. The lifeguards responded to cries for help after a boy drowned in the water. The lifeguards started CPR and the boy started breathing again.
Kissimmee pawn shop fire update: Full presser
The Kissimmee Fire Department responded to a large fire at a pawn shop early Friday morning. At least 40 firefighters helped bring the fire under control. No one was inside the store when the fire sparked. The cause of the fire is unknown.
The Kissimmee Fire Department responded to a large fire at a pawn shop early Friday morning. At least 40 firefighters helped bring the fire under control. No one was inside the store when the fire sparked. The cause of the fire is unknown.
Florida USPS carrier accused of stealing $2,600 winning lottery ticket, claiming prize: Officials
A USPS mail carrier in Florida has been arrested for allegedly stealing someone's winning lottery ticket and claiming the prize as their own, the Florida Lottery announced on Friday.
A USPS mail carrier in Florida has been arrested for allegedly stealing someone's winning lottery ticket and claiming the prize as their own, the Florida Lottery announced on Friday.
SeaWorld adds 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' haunted house to Howl-O-Scream
SeaWorld Orlando will bring "I Know What You Did Last Summer" to life with a haunted house for this year's Howl-O-Scream.
SeaWorld Orlando will bring "I Know What You Did Last Summer" to life with a haunted house for this year's Howl-O-Scream.
Brevard Public Schools Gears up for the New School Year
Brevard Public Schools Superintendent Mark Rendell joined Good Day Orlando to discuss the progress of the year-round school and highlight a firefighting program for high school students.
Brevard Public Schools Superintendent Mark Rendell joined Good Day Orlando to discuss the progress of the year-round school and highlight a firefighting program for high school students.
Apopka City Commission approves lower property tax increase after heated budget debate
The Apopka City Commission has approved a scaled-back property tax rate, bringing a proposed tax hike down to 10% following vocal resident feedback and intense debate over city spending.
The Apopka City Commission has approved a scaled-back property tax rate, bringing a proposed tax hike down to 10% following vocal resident feedback and intense debate over city spending.
Apopka commissioners back proposed 10% property tax increase
Apopka commissioners voted Thursday to approve a proposed 10% increase in the city's property tax rate, scaling back an earlier proposal of 22% after hours of public debate over rising costs and city spending.
Apopka commissioners voted Thursday to approve a proposed 10% increase in the city's property tax rate, scaling back an earlier proposal of 22% after hours of public debate over rising costs and city spending.
Fiery Orange County crash leaves 5 hospitalized in critical condition
Five people were hospitalized in critical condition after a two-vehicle crash Thursday evening that left one car engulfed in flames and required firefighters to rescue trapped occupants.
Five people were hospitalized in critical condition after a two-vehicle crash Thursday evening that left one car engulfed in flames and required firefighters to rescue trapped occupants.
Flagler County deputies rescue homeowner from burning Palm Coast house
Flagler County sheriff's deputies rescued a homeowner from a burning Palm Coast residence after responding to reports of smoke coming from the house, authorities said.
Flagler County sheriff's deputies rescued a homeowner from a burning Palm Coast residence after responding to reports of smoke coming from the house, authorities said.
Flagler County deputies rescue homeowner from burning house
Flagler County sheriff's deputies rescued a homeowner from a burning Palm Coast residence after responding to reports of smoke coming from the house, authorities said.
Flagler County sheriff's deputies rescued a homeowner from a burning Palm Coast residence after responding to reports of smoke coming from the house, authorities said.