No more tolls for Florida residents? DeSantis floats the idea
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis suggested eliminating toll road fees for Florida residents at a recent meeting, letting tourists and visitors pay those fees. It's an idea now. Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia said a policy discussion has to take place first. It's just an idea for now, but all drivers FOX 35 talked to on Thursday liked the idea.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis suggested eliminating toll road fees for Florida residents at a recent meeting, letting tourists and visitors pay those fees. It's an idea now. Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia said a policy discussion has to take place first. It's just an idea for now, but all drivers FOX 35 talked to on Thursday liked the idea.
Sanford officer bonds out of jail after arrest on fraud charge
A former Sanford Police Officer posted bond and was released from jail, hours after he was arrested on nearly 80 charges related to an alleged fraud scheme. Ronny Neal allegedly collected an unknown amount of money -- 'at least five figures' -- in false off-duty work from the City of Sanford, prosecutors allege.
A former Sanford Police Officer posted bond and was released from jail, hours after he was arrested on nearly 80 charges related to an alleged fraud scheme. Ronny Neal allegedly collected an unknown amount of money -- 'at least five figures' -- in false off-duty work from the City of Sanford, prosecutors allege.
Man cashed 38 checks, stole $33K from Florida senior: Deputies
A man has been arrested, accused of cashing nearly 40 checks totaling more than $33,000 that was unknowingly drawn from a senior's bank account, an arrest report and law enforcement confirmed to FOX 35. Elias Staker, 49, of Cape Canaveral was booked into jail on 38 counts of uttering forged checks and one count of scheme to defraud.
A man has been arrested, accused of cashing nearly 40 checks totaling more than $33,000 that was unknowingly drawn from a senior's bank account, an arrest report and law enforcement confirmed to FOX 35. Elias Staker, 49, of Cape Canaveral was booked into jail on 38 counts of uttering forged checks and one count of scheme to defraud.
6-year-old boy hit by SUV in Orange County, hospitalized
A 6-year-old boy was critically injured Wednesday after he was hit by a car in Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. A 6-year-old boy was critically injured Wednesday after he was hit by a car in Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 6-year-old boy was critically injured Wednesday after he was hit by a car in Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. A 6-year-old boy was critically injured Wednesday after he was hit by a car in Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Who was Greg Biffle? NASCAR champion among 7 killed in North Carolina plane crash
NASCAR champion Greg Biffle, his wife and two children were among six people killed in a private jet crash while landing at a North Carolina airport.
NASCAR champion Greg Biffle, his wife and two children were among six people killed in a private jet crash while landing at a North Carolina airport.
NASCAR champion Greg Biffle, family, dead in plane crash
NASCAR champion Greg Biffle and his family were among those who died in a plane crash in North Carolina on Thursday as they were traveling to Sarasota. The plane crashed around 10:15 a.m. at Statesville Regional Airport, killing seven people. NASCAR released a statement calling Biffle “more than a champion driver, … a beloved member of the NASCAR community.”
NASCAR champion Greg Biffle and his family were among those who died in a plane crash in North Carolina on Thursday as they were traveling to Sarasota. The plane crashed around 10:15 a.m. at Statesville Regional Airport, killing seven people. NASCAR released a statement calling Biffle “more than a champion driver, … a beloved member of the NASCAR community.”
Missing Kentucky girl, who was abducted 40 years ago, found alive; Mom arrested in Florida, deputies say
A 3-year-old girl who was reported missing in Kentucky more than 40 years ago is alive and well – living under a different identity and in a different state – and was unaware that she was a victim in a missing person's case, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office.
A 3-year-old girl who was reported missing in Kentucky more than 40 years ago is alive and well – living under a different identity and in a different state – and was unaware that she was a victim in a missing person's case, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office.
Orlando firefighter arrested, accused of putting tracking device in ex-girlfriend's car, police say
An Orlando Fire Department firefighter was arrested in connection to a stalking accusation after he admitted to putting a tracking device in his ex-girlfriend's car, police say.
An Orlando Fire Department firefighter was arrested in connection to a stalking accusation after he admitted to putting a tracking device in his ex-girlfriend's car, police say.
Ex-Sanford officer, Ronny Neal, linked to over $12K payout in alleged fraud scheme: court documents
A former Sanford Police officer, who is accused of stealing city money through an 11-month fraud scheme, received a payout of over $12,000 from a false account with a Sanford Apartment complex, court records say.
A former Sanford Police officer, who is accused of stealing city money through an 11-month fraud scheme, received a payout of over $12,000 from a false account with a Sanford Apartment complex, court records say.
6-year-old boy struck by SUV in Orange County, troopers say
A 6-year-old boy was critically injured Wednesday after he was hit by a car while he was in the street alone in Orange County.
A 6-year-old boy was critically injured Wednesday after he was hit by a car while he was in the street alone in Orange County.
Gov. Ron Desantis suggests eliminating tolls for Florida residents
During a cabinet meeting Wednesday, DeSantis floated the idea of ending tolls for Florida residents to give them a "break."
During a cabinet meeting Wednesday, DeSantis floated the idea of ending tolls for Florida residents to give them a "break."
Traffic Alert: Crash on I-4 east causes major slowdowns in Orange County
A crash has caused traffic backups on I-4 eastbound near Florida's Turnpike in Orange County.
A crash has caused traffic backups on I-4 eastbound near Florida's Turnpike in Orange County.
Road washed out by floods to reopen soon
Lake County officials say Wolf Branch Road will reopen this weekend. A section of the road was washed out by floods in October.
Lake County officials say Wolf Branch Road will reopen this weekend. A section of the road was washed out by floods in October.
Powerball: Jackpot hits $1.5 billion, fifth-largest in game's history
After no big winners on Wednesday, the Powerball jackpot has surged to an estimated $1.5 billion.
After no big winners on Wednesday, the Powerball jackpot has surged to an estimated $1.5 billion.
Orlando weather: Wet, mild Thursday night gives way to dry, cooler Friday
Cloudy, warm and humid conditions with a few passing showers continue through tonight.
Cloudy, warm and humid conditions with a few passing showers continue through tonight.
Accused travel scammer to face victims in Volusia County
Robert Goodwin, accused of defrauding high school students and their families of more than $400,000, is set to be extradited to Volusia County to face his accusers. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood said authorities are prepared to greet Goodwin upon his arrival.
Robert Goodwin, accused of defrauding high school students and their families of more than $400,000, is set to be extradited to Volusia County to face his accusers. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood said authorities are prepared to greet Goodwin upon his arrival.
ICE detainer issued for Cuba citizen suspected of stealing 4 Osteen horses; 2 horses recovered
Florida authorities have arrested a man in connection to a report of four horses taken from a property in Osteen last week.
Florida authorities have arrested a man in connection to a report of four horses taken from a property in Osteen last week.
Lake Mary Rams honored after historic state football win
The city of Lake Mary and its high school turned out in force Wednesday to celebrate the Rams’ first state championship football victory.
The city of Lake Mary and its high school turned out in force Wednesday to celebrate the Rams’ first state championship football victory.
AI security company opens monitoring hub in downtown Orlando
An artificial intelligence–based security company has expanded its operations into Central Florida, opening a new monitoring hub in downtown Orlando.
An artificial intelligence–based security company has expanded its operations into Central Florida, opening a new monitoring hub in downtown Orlando.
Anna Kepner: Custody hearing sheds light on family tensions after teen’s cruise ship death
Family members of Anna Kepner, a teenager found dead aboard a cruise ship, returned to court Wednesday for a custody hearing that offered new insight into tensions within the blended family, as investigators continue to examine her death.
Family members of Anna Kepner, a teenager found dead aboard a cruise ship, returned to court Wednesday for a custody hearing that offered new insight into tensions within the blended family, as investigators continue to examine her death.