Orlando Fire share update on Nov. 4 structure fire
Five occupants in a duplex at Parramore and South Streets were displaced after a challenging structure fire took place. Firefighters rescued one resident who was trapped. The origin of the fire is unknown as the investigation is ongoing.
Driver accused of pulling gun on rideshare passengers in Orlando, police say
A man accused of driving erratically before pulling a gun on rideshare passengers in Orange County has been arrested.
Woman dies in car crash after hitting utility pole, FHP says
A woman died Tuesday after authorities say she hit a pole while traveling in Seminole County. No other vehicles were involved, a FHP report said.
Charges against Winter Park doctor accused of allowing underage drinking dropped
A Central Florida doctor – who was accused of allowing underage teens to have alcohol at a party – won't face charges, the office of Monique Worrell confirmed Monday.
Orange County tourist tax revenue hits new record for September
Orange County collected more than $26 million from the tourist development tax in September.
Daytona Beach Police launch death investigation after man found unconscious in car
The Daytona Beach Police Department are conducting a death investigation after a man, who was found unconscious in his car Sunday, died.
Florida man arrested for throwing rocks at marked police cars, authorities say
A Fort Worth, Florida man is facing a criminal mischief charge after authorities say he intentionally threw rocks at two marked deputy patrol vehicles.
Fireworks debris hit man in the eye at Magic Kingdom, lawsuit says
A North Carolina man is suing Disney after he says debris from Magic Kingdom’s fireworks show hit him in the eye, according to a complaint filed in Orange County last month.
Former Volusia deputy faces fraud charge
A former Volusia County deputy has been charged with fraud after authorities say he was involved in a check kiting scheme.
Former Volusia County deputy charged in check fraud scheme
A former Volusia County deputy has been charged with fraud for writing bad checks and accessing insufficient funds, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
Florida couple gets help to pump floodwater out of Titusville home
A Florida couple finally got floodwater out of their home after historic rain a week ago in Titusville. They spent the last week couch-surfing with friends and neighbors.
Orange County teen to be tried as adult in deadly shooting of classmate near Oak Ridge High
Authorities say an Orange County teenager will be charged as an adult in the shooting death of a classmate.
Florida couple gets help pumping floodwater out of Titusville home
A Florida couple finally got floodwater out of their home after historic rain a week ago in Titusville. An estimated 3.5 million gallons of water inundated Greg and Carolina Sones’ property following torrential rain on October 26. They spent the last week couch surfing with friends and neighbors.
Florida family returns home after being stranded in Jamaica during deadly Hurricane Melissa
Hurricane Melissa damaged several Caribbean islands and left at least 60 people dead. One family that was trapped in Jamaica is just now getting back home.
Florida family returns from Jamaica after being stranded
The rebuilding process is now underway in parts of the Caribbean. Hurricane Melissa damaged several islands and left at least 60 people dead. In Jamaica, the storm caused an estimated $22 billion in damage, and officials say it could take 10 years or more to rebuild the island. One family that was trapped on the island is just now getting back home.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom previews new ‘Zootopia’ 4D show for guests
Disney’s Animal Kingdom is bringing the world of Zootopia to life with a new 4D theater attraction opening Friday inside the park’s iconic Tree of Life.
Florida issues Missing Child Alert for 10-year-old girl possibly in Orlando
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has issued a Missing Child Alert for 10-year-old Gabrielle Terrelonge.
Titusville residents still affected by last week's flash floods: 'Drain system inadequate'
At the last city council meeting after the flooding, city leaders talked extensively about the flooding problem. It came to light the city hadn’t updated stormwater management plans since 1966.
Titusville residents still affected by flash floods
Late last month, flash floods and nearly 20 inches of rain soaked the Space Coast. Motorists were stranded, and homes flooded. For a week, several roads were closed due to flooding. Pumps were installed all over town, and residents were trying to rebuild.
Gov. DeSantis discusses Florida's death penalty
In a Nov. 3 press conference, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke about the state's death penalty, calling it an “an appropriate punishment for the worst offenders.” DeSantis also said the death penalty could be strong deterrent and that it brings justice to the victims’ families.