Woman dies after stabbing in Orange County, deputies say

A woman died late Friday after a stabbing, according to information from the Orange County Sheriff's Office.

Lake Mary tops DeLand in high-scoring regional championship
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Lake Mary outlasted DeLand 40–31 on Friday night in a back-and-forth regional championship that lived up to expectations as an offensive shootout.

Palm Bay family awaits return of teen released from Israeli prison
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A Palm Bay family says they are relieved that 16-year-old Mohammed Ibrahim has been released from an Israeli prison after nine months in custody, but they say he is not healthy enough to return home yet.

Suspect in National Guard DC attack to face murder charge
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Mourners in West Virginia bowed their heads in prayer Friday as they honored Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom, a 20-year-old National Guard member who died after an ambush shooting in Washington, D.C. Beckstrom was one of two Guard members attacked Wednesday; Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, 24, remains in critical condition. Federal prosecutors say they will seek the death penalty against the suspect, a 29-year-old Afghan immigrant who previously worked with the CIA in Kandahar.

Brevard Zoo debuts holiday nighttime art experience ‘Lights On’

Brevard Zoo has launched a new nighttime art event, “Lights On,” running Thursdays through Sundays—and select additional nights—now through Jan. 18, 2026.

Former Melbourne councilwoman censured for alleged death threat against current Vice Mayor

The Melbourne City Council recently voted to censure a former City Council member for allegedly making a death threat against the Vice Mayor several months ago during a heated meeting.

Former Melbourne councilwoman censured for alleged death threat
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The Melbourne City Council recently voted to censure a former City Council member for allegedly making a death threat against the Vice Mayor several months ago during a heated meeting.

Florida teen returns home after months in Israeli custody
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A Palm Bay teenager is back in Florida after spending nearly nine months in an Israeli jail, where advocates say he was physically and psychologically abused.

Georgia teen killed in Thanksgiving crash; Florida man charged with DUI manslaughter: FHP

A 44-year-old Florida man is facing a charge of DUI manslaughter connected to a Thursday night crash that killed an 18-year-old Georgia woman – and seriously hurt five others, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Marion County firefighter 'hazing' arrests: 3 released from jail

Three of the four Marion County Fire Rescue firefighters – accused of beating, robbing and kidnapping a fellow employee – were released from jail on bond. 

DeLand woman arrested in police armed suspect shooting incident

A DeLand woman was arrested after officials conducted an "active police incident" in the Victoria Hills neighborhood, when an armed woman refused to exit her home. One officer was injured in a shooting that transpired during the incident.

8 rescued monkeys begin new lives at Gainesville sanctuary

A multi-state federal investigation into illegal animal trafficking led to the seizure of eight primates. The suspect at the center of the investigation has previously been convicted on similar animal trafficking charges.

8 rescued monkeys begin new lives at Gainesville sanctuary
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A multi-state federal investigation into illegal animal trafficking led to the seizure of eight primates. The suspect at the center of the investigation has previously been convicted on similar animal trafficking charges.

Anna Kepner’s family seek answers, while Carnival passengers recall chaotic night of teen's death

Investigators still have not announced any arrests three weeks after Titusville teen Anna Kepner died aboard a cruise ship. Her family says they are desperate for answers, while passengers recall a chaotic night with little information.

Holiday weekend brings classic car celebration across Daytona area
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As families across Central Florida marked Thanksgiving, support groups gathered Thursday at the HealthFirst Hospice House for people grieving the loss of loved ones. But for many others, the holiday weekend also offered a chance to celebrate community and tradition — especially for car enthusiasts heading to the 52nd annual Turkey Run at Daytona International Speedway.

Teen’s death on cruise ship, family still waiting for answers
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Nearly three weeks after 18-year-old Anna Kepner boarded a cruise and never returned home, her family says they are still waiting for answers in the FBI’s investigation. Despite court documents indicating the teen’s 16-year-old stepbrother is considered a suspect, no arrests have been made in her death aboard the Carnival Horizon.