Boyfriend’s dying words lead to vehicular homicide charge for girlfriend
The girlfriend of a man who died months after a car crash in Flagler County has been charged with vehicular homicide after investigators said the crash was intentional.
Volusia Schools, teachers union reach new contract agreement
Volusia County Schools and the Volusia United Educators Instructional union have reached a tentative agreement on a new teacher contract that includes salary increases, retention incentives, and new paid leave benefits.
Boyfriend’s dying words lead to girlfriend's arrest
The girlfriend of a man who died months after a car crash in Flagler County has been charged with vehicular homicide after investigators said the crash was intentional.
Wildwood Soup Kitchen worried about future
The Wildwood Soup Kitchen in Sumter County serves nearly 5,000 meals a week. It currently rents a commercial kitchen and space from the First Presbyterian Church.
Attorney: Remember this to protect home during flooding
Tampa Attorney Kyle Bugden, at Ball Janik LLP, talked with FOX 35 News about what homeowners need to remember during major weather events or flood events. He said it is critical to take photos of your home before and after storm damage before throwing anything away. Homeowners should file statements within 60 days and include proof of loss.
Maitland front yard pool appealed; commissioners to decide
Neighbors of one Maitland home building a pool in the front yard say the construction devalues their property and hinders their view. The neighbor's attorney spoke filed an appeal, but Seminole County voted 2-1 to allow the plans to proceed.
Wildwood Soup Kitchen worried about future amid increasing rent
The Wildwood Soup Kitchen in Sumter County serve nearly 5,000 meals a week. It currently rents a commercial kitchen and space from the First Presbyterian Church.
50 year case: 'Little Miss Lake Panasoffkee' identified
Sumter County officials said "Little Miss Lake Panasoffkee" had been identified as 21-year-old Maureen L. Minor Rowan, known as "Cookie to her friends and family. Detectives identified the woman's estranged husband – Charles Emery Rowan Sr. – as a person of interest in Maureen Rowan's murder. He died in 2015, the sheriff's office said.
Richard Ferguson guilty of manslaughter in deadly crash
Richard Ferguson was found guilty of four counts of manslaughter, with prosecutors saying his actions led to the deadly crash of a grandmother and her three grandchildren. The kids' mother said she doesn't think the verdict is "too severe." Ferguson's son, who was driving the car, accepted a plea deal on reckless driving charges.
Mount Dora's 'expensive build' to fix road from storm
After Lake County spent $300K to fix Donnelly Street after Hurricane Milton, the city will now reportedly spend more to re-do the street after it collapsed in an Oct. 26 storm. The Florida Department of Transportation is currently working on restoring damaged roads.
Orange County allocates $5.3M in budget to food bank before SNAP suspension
175,000 Orange County SNAP recipients will be affected Nov. 1 from the government shutdown. Orange County officials provided resources for food, financial security and housing.
Worrell reports high conviction rates, renews calls for funding, juvenile justice reforms
State Attorney Monique Worrell highlighted staffing and funding challenges, and renewed calls for legislative changes to Florida’s juvenile justice system during a news conference on Wednesday.
Police looking for driver they say hit, killed 70-year-old Melbourne bicyclist
The Melbourne Police Department is investigating the death of 70-year-old James Griffin, of Melbourne, who suffered significant injuries after he was hit by a car. Police are looking for information about the driver who drove away, officials said.
Disney’s Magic Kingdom remains most visited park in the world, report says
Disney’s magic remained strong last year as Magic Kingdom was again the most visited theme park in the world, a new industry attendance report says.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings talks SNAP suspension
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings spoke about assisting SNAP recipients -- 175,000 SNAP recipients live in Orange County -- after benefits are suspended starting Nov. 1 due to the government shutdown. The county's current budget allocated $5.3 million to the Second Harvest Food Bank.
State Attorney Worrell on Jacoby Tillman bond revoked
State Attorney Monique Worrell for Orange and Osceola counties discussed the process of getting Jacoby Tillman's bond revoke and shared his current charges during an Oct. 29, 2025 press conference.
Florida State Attorney Monique Worrell on Q3 trial stats
State Attorney Monique Worrell for Orange and Osceola counties discussed conviction rate statistics for quarter 3 in her district, including rates for sex crimes, violence and felony domestic violence crimes.
Richard Ferguson found guilty on four counts of manslaughter
This case follows a teenager, driving without a license, ran a stop sign in Poinciana in 2023, killing a grandmother and her three grandchildren, according to authorities. His father, Richard Ferguson, was later charged for allowing him to drive. Today he was found guilty on four counts of manslaughter
SpaceX Starlink rocket launch | Oct. 29, 2025
SpaceX's Falcon 9 deployed 29 satellites into low-Earth orbit from Florida's Cape Canaveral Space Station.
'Little Miss Lake Panasoffkee' identified; person of interest identified, officials say
A young woman killed more than 50 years ago and left in a lake beneath an overpass – known as "Little Miss Lake Panasoffkee" – has been identified, officials with the Sumter County Sheriff's Office said.