Eustis Fire: 1 hurt in building explosion, gas leak, fire, officials say
A suspected gas leak caused an unexpected explosion and fire in Lake County on Thursday morning, and sent one person to the hospital, according to Eustis Fire Chief Michael Swanson.
A suspected gas leak caused an unexpected explosion and fire in Lake County on Thursday morning, and sent one person to the hospital, according to Eustis Fire Chief Michael Swanson.
Missing Florida teen shot to death, lit on fire by friends from school: Sheriff
Two Florida teenagers are in custody after deputies say a missing 14-year-old girl was found shot to death and set on fire.
Two Florida teenagers are in custody after deputies say a missing 14-year-old girl was found shot to death and set on fire.
Missing Child Alert issued for missing 1-year-old girl in Volusia County; parents sought
A Florida Missing Child Alert has been issued for a 1-year-old girl in Volusia County and her parents.
A Florida Missing Child Alert has been issued for a 1-year-old girl in Volusia County and her parents.
Eustis press conference on building explosion, fire
One person has been taken to the hospital after an explosion and fire at a business in Eustis, according to the Eustis Fire Chief Michael Swanson. Chief Swanson said the cause of the fire and explosion remains under investigation and remains a mystery. He said officials were conducting some work and utility work in the area when a natural gas leak was found. The gas company crimped the line, he said. At 10:57 a.m., there was an explosion and fire.
One person has been taken to the hospital after an explosion and fire at a business in Eustis, according to the Eustis Fire Chief Michael Swanson. Chief Swanson said the cause of the fire and explosion remains under investigation and remains a mystery. He said officials were conducting some work and utility work in the area when a natural gas leak was found. The gas company crimped the line, he said. At 10:57 a.m., there was an explosion and fire.
These new Florida laws go into effect Jan. 1, 2026: See list
The countdown to the start of the new year is on – and while that means celebrations, champagne and midnight kisses for some – it also means the start of several new laws in Florida.
The countdown to the start of the new year is on – and while that means celebrations, champagne and midnight kisses for some – it also means the start of several new laws in Florida.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in The Villages | Full press conference
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Thursday morning in The Villages.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Thursday morning in The Villages.
Police: Flagler County detective caught speeding 88 MPH, arrested for fleeing
A detective with the Flagler County Sheriff's Office was arrested on Thursday after Ormond Beach Police said he was actively trying to flee from officials.
A detective with the Flagler County Sheriff's Office was arrested on Thursday after Ormond Beach Police said he was actively trying to flee from officials.
Florida drug bust: Explosives, guns, drugs seized in Palm Bay
A 26-year-old Florida man has been arrested after detectives seized more than 92,000 pounds of suspected illegal drugs, dozens of guns, and five improvised explosive devices from a warehouse, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey said. Sheriff Ivey described the alleged drug operation as "'Breaking Bad' on steroids," referencing the hit AMC TV show.
A 26-year-old Florida man has been arrested after detectives seized more than 92,000 pounds of suspected illegal drugs, dozens of guns, and five improvised explosive devices from a warehouse, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey said. Sheriff Ivey described the alleged drug operation as "'Breaking Bad' on steroids," referencing the hit AMC TV show.
BBB: 12 holiday scams to know, avoid this season
Holly Salmons, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Serving Central Florida, joined FOX 35 to talk about the biggest holiday scams to know and avoid.
Holly Salmons, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Serving Central Florida, joined FOX 35 to talk about the biggest holiday scams to know and avoid.
Sheriff: 92K pounds of suspected drugs, guns, IEDs seized from Florida warehouse; 'Breaking Bad on steroids'
A 26-year-old Florida man was arrested after detectives seized more than 92,000 pounds of suspected illegal drugs, dozens of guns, and five improvised explosive devices from a warehouse, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey said.
A 26-year-old Florida man was arrested after detectives seized more than 92,000 pounds of suspected illegal drugs, dozens of guns, and five improvised explosive devices from a warehouse, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey said.
Walt Disney World 2026 ride details, updates: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Soarin' Across America
Disney World has revealed new details about what’s coming to its theme parks next year the return of Big Thunder Mountain at Magic Kingdom and changes at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Disney World has revealed new details about what’s coming to its theme parks next year the return of Big Thunder Mountain at Magic Kingdom and changes at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis proposes 'Artificial Intelligence Bill of Rights': Full press conference
DeSantis will be at the Eisenhower Recreation Center on Buena Vista Boulevard.
DeSantis will be at the Eisenhower Recreation Center on Buena Vista Boulevard.
Powerball jackpot grows to $820 million ahead of Saturday's drawing
The Powerball jackpot has climbed again after no one won the big prize in Wednesday's drawing.
The Powerball jackpot has climbed again after no one won the big prize in Wednesday's drawing.
Audit exposes ‘excessive’ spending: Daytona Beach to update decades-old travel expenditure policy
After an audit relating to Daytona Beach employee travel expenses, the city is looking into reviewing its policy, which they said hasn't been updated in over 30 years.
After an audit relating to Daytona Beach employee travel expenses, the city is looking into reviewing its policy, which they said hasn't been updated in over 30 years.
Improvements needed to regulate city spending, officials say
In Daytona Beach's audit, it was determined that the city has an outdated policy – which hasn't been updated since it was first enacted in the 1990s – people were traveling without proper authorization and “excessive spending.” The audit also found under-documented spending on expensive meals, business class tickets, valet and more.
In Daytona Beach's audit, it was determined that the city has an outdated policy – which hasn't been updated since it was first enacted in the 1990s – people were traveling without proper authorization and “excessive spending.” The audit also found under-documented spending on expensive meals, business class tickets, valet and more.
Daytona Beach officials look into employee travel spending
After an audit on Daytona Beach employee's travel expenditures, it was found that employees were spending "excessive" amounts of money on valet, business class airfare and expensive meals. Now, the city looks to update it's policy, which they say hasn't been updated since the 1990s.
After an audit on Daytona Beach employee's travel expenditures, it was found that employees were spending "excessive" amounts of money on valet, business class airfare and expensive meals. Now, the city looks to update it's policy, which they say hasn't been updated since the 1990s.
Criminal defense attorney speaks on 'Stand your ground' case
According to the Seminole County sheriff's office, the two men were involved in some sort of traffic-related incident and argument near the entrance of the Mandarin Estates subdivision. Both drivers were armed. Following a shooting, one man died. Detectives determined that the man who died first pointed his gun at the shooter. The shooter then pointed his own gun at the man and fired multiple times, killing the man, police said.
According to the Seminole County sheriff's office, the two men were involved in some sort of traffic-related incident and argument near the entrance of the Mandarin Estates subdivision. Both drivers were armed. Following a shooting, one man died. Detectives determined that the man who died first pointed his gun at the shooter. The shooter then pointed his own gun at the man and fired multiple times, killing the man, police said.
Florida man accused of sexual battery on 2 women, deputies suspect more victims
A Florida man is facing sexual battery charges involving two women this year, but deputies suspect he is linked to additional similar crimes.
A Florida man is facing sexual battery charges involving two women this year, but deputies suspect he is linked to additional similar crimes.
Blue Origin wastewater is safe from fuel, Florida DEP says: What we know about the permit
Blue Origin's wastewater – which potentially could reach the Indian River Lagoon – does not come into contact with fuel or other hazardous materials, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection said in a statement to FOX 35.
Blue Origin's wastewater – which potentially could reach the Indian River Lagoon – does not come into contact with fuel or other hazardous materials, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection said in a statement to FOX 35.
Man possibly linked to several violent sex crimes: Police
Dionne Le Trell Southall, 30, is accused of beating, choking and committing sexual battery against a 52-year-old woman. Official say this man is connected to other similar cases.
Dionne Le Trell Southall, 30, is accused of beating, choking and committing sexual battery against a 52-year-old woman. Official say this man is connected to other similar cases.