Family member of American killed by Cuban forces in boat shootout says he was on 'diabolical' mission

The brother of an American citizen killed in a brazen boat clash with Cuban forces says his sibling was consumed by an "obsessive and diabolical" push to free the island and that "no one knew" what he was planning.

Melbourne residents get relief as city plans noise barriers at water plant
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After months of complaints about constant noise from a Melbourne water plant, city officials are planning temporary sound blankets and additional shrubs to reduce the disturbance. The measures could cut noise by 10 to 20 decibels while a more permanent solution is developed. Officials are still gathering quotes from vendors, and no installation timeline has been set.

AI scammers target Michigan family searching for missing Yorkie in Florida

What began as a routine rest stop during a family’s drive from Michigan to southwest Florida has turned into a multistate search for a missing 6-year-old Yorkshire terrier.

Winter Garden residents protest loss of downtown businesses

Winter Garden residents packed a city commission meeting this week, voicing frustration over the closure of two longtime downtown businesses after their building was sold to a new owner.

Florida man denied bond after Marion County toddler’s death

A Florida man accused in the death of a toddler was denied bond, authorities said. Jeroen Jarrel Coombs, 32, was taken into custody on Feb. 19 following the death of 3-year-old Paisley Brown, his girlfriend's daughter.

AI scammers target Michigan family searching for missing Yorkie
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What began as a routine rest stop during a family’s drive from Michigan to southwest Florida has turned into a multistate search for a missing 6-year-old Yorkshire terrier.

Seminole County deputy charged with organized fraud over alleged overtime scheme

A Seminole County sheriff’s deputy is facing a felony charge after authorities say he falsified overtime records and collected pay for hours he did not work.

Florida man denied bond after Marion County toddler’s death
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A Florida man accused in the death of a toddler was denied bond, authorities said. Jeroen Jarrel Coombs, 32, was taken into custody on Feb. 19 following the death of 3-year-old Paisley Brown, his girlfriend's daughter. 

Winter Garden residents protest loss of downtown businesses
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Winter Garden residents packed a city commission meeting this week, voicing frustration over the closure of two longtime downtown businesses after their building was sold to a new owner.

Brush fires in Brevard County prompt evacuations, burn 70 acres
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Two brush fires broke out Tuesday in Brevard County, prompting evacuations and drawing a large emergency response. One fire ignited near Wickham Road in Melbourne, while another sparked near Blounts Ridge Road and Rose Marie Place in Mims, officials said. The Mims fire threatened nearby homes and burned about 70 acres. 

Video shows alleged abuse of toddlers at Marion County daycare
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A daycare worker is facing child abuse charges after surveillance video allegedly showed her slapping, dragging and roughly handling toddlers at a Marion County child care center, authorities said.

Volusia County boosts beach safety education with indoor rip current simulator

Volusia County Beach Safety is turning to a new hands-on training tool to help residents and tourists better understand one of the ocean’s most persistent dangers: rip currents.