New York tourist sues Osceola County after wrongful detention
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A New York man has filed a lawsuit against the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office, alleging deputies wrongfully detained and handcuffed him while searching for a different person during a March 2025 incident in Central Florida.

Jerry Demings suspends governor campaign after cancer diagnosis
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Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings announced Thursday that he is suspending his campaign for Florida governor after being diagnosed with prostate cancer.

2 people wanted for defrauding Dollar General of cash in 'deceptive' gift card scheme, police say

The Winter Springs Police Department said two people used a “deceptive method” to load gift cards and then defraud a Dollar General store out of cash. Police are now looking for the two alleged suspects.

Man arrested after fight leads to deadly Brevard County shooting, deputies say

A 22-year-old man was arrested Thursday after an argument in Cocoa ended with a deadly shooting, according to the Brevard County Sheriff's Office.

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings diagnosed with cancer, suspends campaign for governor

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said Friday that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and that he will suspend his campaign for Florida governor in order to receive treatment, calling it a “difficult decision."

Florida theme parks hurricane, weather policies: What you need to know

If you're visiting the Florida theme parks during hurricane season, it's important to know what policies are in place for severe weather.

Naked man grabs DoorDash driver during delivery in Cocoa, police say

A 20-year-old man is accused of grabbing a female DoorDash driver during a food delivery Tuesday while he was "completely" naked, according to Cocoa police.

Walmart reopens in Palm Bay after suspected hoax bomb threat, police say

A Walmart store in Palm Bay has reopened, hours after it was evacuated and closed following what is believed to have been a hoax bomb threat, according to the Palm Bay Police Department. 

Crash and fight in Sanford lead to arrests after chase in Orlando
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Two suspects were arrested Thursday after a vehicle connected to a felony investigation in Sanford fled from deputies in Orange County, authorities said.

Crash and fight in Sanford lead to arrests after chase in Orlando

Two people were arrested Thursday after a confrontation that began with a crash in Sanford and ended with a traffic stop, vehicle pursuit and foot chase in downtown Orlando, authorities said.

Flagler County launches oyster garden project to improve water quality
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Flagler County is partnering with the nonprofit Oysters for My Neighborhood to install vertical oyster gardens at public docks in an effort to improve water quality and support marine life.

Florida man accused of sexually assaulting DoorDash driver in Cocoa
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A Brevard County man is accused of sexually assaulting a DoorDash driver after she delivered food to his Cocoa home, according to police.

Lynette Hooker: Dinghy found in search for missing American woman
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Investigators have seized a dinghy believed to be the last vessel used by missing American woman Lynette Hooker before she disappeared in the Bahamas two months ago.

Pet pantry closes in Palm Bay, nonprofit searches for new location

A free pet pantry that provided food, supplies and other necessities to pet owners in need has closed in Palm Bay after its operator was told it could no longer operate from a residential property.

Fraternal Order of Eagles Orange City chapter reopens nearly 3 years after fire

Nearly three years after a fire destroyed its longtime headquarters, the Orange City chapter of the Fraternal Order of Eagles has reopened in a new building.

Neighborhood pet pantry shut down, now looking for new home
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A mini "little library"-style pet pantry in Palm Bay had to close after the woman's landlord said a business could not be run in front of the home. So now, Cortney Larson, founder of Isla's Journey Rescue, is looking for help figuring out her next steps. She said she has the supplies. She just needs the space.

Downtown Apopka redevelopment project stalled, city says
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A development project to build a focal point in the heart of downtown Apopka has stalled, the city says, and is blaming the developer. The city said the developer was supposed to submit design plans for the plaza in 2024, but those has not been submitted. The deal was reportedly included in a large plan to build affordable housing in the city. The developer has a 30-day deadline to submit those design plans.