Florida senator alleges Daytona Beach 'troubling financial management practices' urging audit
The Florida Joint Legislative Auditing Committee unanimously approved an Auditor General operational audit for Daytona Beach after a state senator called out "irregularities" in the city's spending.
The Florida Joint Legislative Auditing Committee unanimously approved an Auditor General operational audit for Daytona Beach after a state senator called out "irregularities" in the city's spending.
Man charged with first-degree murder in deadly Pine Hills stabbing
A 33-year-old man is now charged with first-degree murder in the stabbing death of a woman in Pine Hills, sheriff’s deputies said. Tremon Jones was arrested in connection with the Nov. 28 killing of 45-year-old Degwendlynn Vakaye Floyd.
A 33-year-old man is now charged with first-degree murder in the stabbing death of a woman in Pine Hills, sheriff’s deputies said. Tremon Jones was arrested in connection with the Nov. 28 killing of 45-year-old Degwendlynn Vakaye Floyd.
Quick-thinking bank teller saves customer from phone scam
A Missouri bank teller is being praised for stopping a jury-duty phone scam after a terrified woman attempted to withdraw thousands of dollars to avoid what she believed was an imminent arrest.
A Missouri bank teller is being praised for stopping a jury-duty phone scam after a terrified woman attempted to withdraw thousands of dollars to avoid what she believed was an imminent arrest.
Former Flagler County paramedic faces trial on sex crime charges
A former paramedic is set to stand trial this week on sex crime charges stemming from an alleged assault of a patient during an ambulance transport. Jury selection began Monday for 38-year-old James Melady, who was arrested last year after a woman reported he sexually assaulted her while she was being transported in October 2021.
A former paramedic is set to stand trial this week on sex crime charges stemming from an alleged assault of a patient during an ambulance transport. Jury selection began Monday for 38-year-old James Melady, who was arrested last year after a woman reported he sexually assaulted her while she was being transported in October 2021.
Eustis residents reported gas odor weeks before explosion
Residents in Eustis say they smelled gas for weeks before an explosion at a downtown jewelry store that killed its owner, Wendy Davis.A growing memorial now sits outside the boarded-up shop, where community members placed bright, colorful items in honor of Davis, whom friends described as vibrant and kind.
Residents in Eustis say they smelled gas for weeks before an explosion at a downtown jewelry store that killed its owner, Wendy Davis.A growing memorial now sits outside the boarded-up shop, where community members placed bright, colorful items in honor of Davis, whom friends described as vibrant and kind.
Unattended candle sparks $325,000 house fire in North Carolina
An unattended candle sparked a December 5 house fire in Charlotte, North Carolina, causing an estimated $325,000 in damage, according to the Charlotte Fire Department.
An unattended candle sparked a December 5 house fire in Charlotte, North Carolina, causing an estimated $325,000 in damage, according to the Charlotte Fire Department.
Small plane crashes in Volusia County; 2 hospitalized
A small plane crashed Monday afternoon at the intersection of Plymouth Avenue and Jacobs Road near DeLand High School, sending two people to the hospital, authorities said.
A small plane crashed Monday afternoon at the intersection of Plymouth Avenue and Jacobs Road near DeLand High School, sending two people to the hospital, authorities said.
Legionnaire's disease: What is it, and how does it spread?
The Florida Department of Health - Orange County confirmed that is investigating an apparent outbreak of Legionnaire's disease, which is linked to the legionella bacteria. FOX 35's Matt Trezza talked with Orlando doctor Todd Husty about the bacteria, what it is, how it's spread, the signs and symptoms, and steps to prevent it.
The Florida Department of Health - Orange County confirmed that is investigating an apparent outbreak of Legionnaire's disease, which is linked to the legionella bacteria. FOX 35's Matt Trezza talked with Orlando doctor Todd Husty about the bacteria, what it is, how it's spread, the signs and symptoms, and steps to prevent it.
Lawyers for Florida man on death row argue for his life to be spared due to intellectual disability
Attorneys for condemned killer Frank Walls have asked the Florida Supreme Court to halt his scheduled execution next week, arguing he should be spared because he is intellectually disabled and was 19 years old at the time he murdered two people in Okaloosa County.
Attorneys for condemned killer Frank Walls have asked the Florida Supreme Court to halt his scheduled execution next week, arguing he should be spared because he is intellectually disabled and was 19 years old at the time he murdered two people in Okaloosa County.
Legionnaires' disease: What is it? How is it spread? Signs and symptoms
The Florida Department of Health - Orange County has confirmed that it is investigating a reported outbreak of Legionnaires' Disease.
The Florida Department of Health - Orange County has confirmed that it is investigating a reported outbreak of Legionnaires' Disease.
Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett launches U.S. Senate campaign
Crockett, known for her outspoken opinions on progressive issues like defunding law enforcement, faces other familiar names in the Democrat primary.
Crockett, known for her outspoken opinions on progressive issues like defunding law enforcement, faces other familiar names in the Democrat primary.
Here's how much your family needs to earn to have a stay-at-home parent
How much does one parent need to earn for the other to stay home with a young child? A new ranking reveals huge state-by-state gaps.
How much does one parent need to earn for the other to stay home with a young child? A new ranking reveals huge state-by-state gaps.
These states unemployment claims are decreasing the most, data finds
With applications for unemployment benefits falling nationwide to one of its lowest marks in a few years, these states experienced the biggest drop in claims filed.
With applications for unemployment benefits falling nationwide to one of its lowest marks in a few years, these states experienced the biggest drop in claims filed.
Small plane crash-lands on road in DeLand; 2 hurt, officials say
A small plane made an emergency landing on Monday afternoon at the intersection of Plymouth Avenue and Jacobs Road near DeLand High School, sending two people to the hospital, authorities said.
A small plane made an emergency landing on Monday afternoon at the intersection of Plymouth Avenue and Jacobs Road near DeLand High School, sending two people to the hospital, authorities said.
Man on scooter killed in St. Cloud after being struck multiple times; police looking for suspect vehicles
The St. Cloud Police Department said a man on a scooter has died after he was hit by multiple vehicles on Saturday. None of those vehicles stopped after the collisions, authorities said.
The St. Cloud Police Department said a man on a scooter has died after he was hit by multiple vehicles on Saturday. None of those vehicles stopped after the collisions, authorities said.
St. Cloud Police looking for suspects in hit-and-run
A man on a scooter was hit by multiple vehicles on Saturday morning on Old Canoe Creek Road, according to the St. Cloud Police Department. None of the people who hit him stopped, authorities said. That man, identified as Angel Sanchez, died. Police are now hoping someone has info on what happened and info on who hit him. Old Canoe Creek Road Saturday
A man on a scooter was hit by multiple vehicles on Saturday morning on Old Canoe Creek Road, according to the St. Cloud Police Department. None of the people who hit him stopped, authorities said. That man, identified as Angel Sanchez, died. Police are now hoping someone has info on what happened and info on who hit him. Old Canoe Creek Road Saturday
Powerball Lottery: $1M winning ticket sold in Florida
No one won the estimated $820 million Powerball Jackpot in Saturday's draw. However, there was a ticket worth $1 million sold in Florida, according to the Florida Lottery website.
No one won the estimated $820 million Powerball Jackpot in Saturday's draw. However, there was a ticket worth $1 million sold in Florida, according to the Florida Lottery website.
1 man, 2 dogs die in Volusia County structure fire, officials say
A man and two dogs died in a large structure fire in Pierson over the weekend, according to the Volusisa County Sheriff's Office.
A man and two dogs died in a large structure fire in Pierson over the weekend, according to the Volusisa County Sheriff's Office.
Orlando International Airport testing new biometric technology
Big upgrades are coming to Orlando International Airport. The airport is currently testing new biometric scanning technology as part of a 90-day pilot program. FOX 35's Marley Capper has the details.
Big upgrades are coming to Orlando International Airport. The airport is currently testing new biometric scanning technology as part of a 90-day pilot program. FOX 35's Marley Capper has the details.
Rainfall totals: Here's how much fell in Orlando, Central Florida
Rainfall totals: Here's how much rain fell in Orlando and across Central Florida during Sunday's showers and thunderstorms. More than 3" of rain fell in some spots.
Rainfall totals: Here's how much rain fell in Orlando and across Central Florida during Sunday's showers and thunderstorms. More than 3" of rain fell in some spots.