Orlando man accused of spray-painting Flock cameras across 2 counties

The Orange County Sheriff’s Office identified the suspect as 43-year-old Christopher Iglesias. Investigators said surveillance cameras at nearby businesses recorded Iglesias using a long pole to reach and spray paint camera lenses mounted about 12 feet above the ground.

Witnesses recount deadly Orlando Halloween shooting as victim’s mom seeks closure

Police officers and shooting survivors described the chaotic moments of the 2024 downtown Orlando Halloween shooting as prosecutors presented body camera footage in the trial of Jaylen Edgar, while the mother of one of the two people killed said she is seeking closure and accountability.

Mom of Orlando Halloween shooting victim seeks closure
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Survivors and police officers testified as prosecutors presented body camera footage in the trial of Jaylen Edgar, who is accused of killing two people and wounding seven others during a 2024 Halloween shooting in downtown Orlando. Tyrek Hill and Timothy Schmidt were killed. Hill’s mother, Teresa Clinton, said she wants accountability and closure.

Lake County deputies shoot armed person during domestic battery response, sheriff's office says

FDLE is investigating a situation in which Lake County deputies shot an armed individual while responding to a domestic battery call Thursday afternoon, the sheriff's office reported.

Survivors testify in trial over deadly Orlando Halloween shooting
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Survivors and police officers testified as prosecutors presented body camera footage in the trial of Jaylen Edgar, who is accused of killing two people and wounding seven others during a 2024 Halloween shooting in downtown Orlando.

Orange County mayor election runoff: Chris Messina
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Chris Messina expressed gratitude to his team and the voters of Orange County after he was chosen to head to a runoff vote for Orange County mayor in November against Tiffany Moore Russell.  "This is a very big responsibility and the voters of Orange County chose me to proceed to the next level."  He said he's excited to see Orange County reach its potential of becoming one of the greatest counties in America. Messina, a businessman himself, is looking to make Orange County a place where "children, families and businesses thrive."

Accused carjacker reached 137 mph during pursuit, deputies say
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A 41-year-old man was arrested after authorities said he stole a car from a woman stopped at a red light and reached speeds of up to 137 mph during a pursuit through Volusia County.

Orange County mayor election runoff: Tiffany Moore Russell
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After the Orange County race resulted in a runoff, with no candidates receiving over 50% of votes, Tiffany Moore Russell-D sat down with Good Day Orlando Amy Kaufeldt saying the runoff is an "opportunity to speak to more voters and increase our reach."  Russell -- currently serving as Orange County Clerk of Courts -- wants to create a community the younger generation would want to call home. She's invested in affordability for residents and creating a stable workforce for future generations.  "We have to move our private and public sector jobs to make sure people can afford to thrive in this county, not just survive," Russell said. 

Hayden Panettiere boyfriend Brian Hickerson’s attorney issues statement on her death: Report

Brian Hickerson’s attorney is speaking out following Hayden Panettiere’s death, as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death, according to TMZ.

Sanitation worker dies after falling from truck on first day on job

A South Carolina sanitation worker died after falling from the rear platform of a garbage truck on his first day on the job.

Honolulu bill could fine, jail homeless residents over shopping cart use

Honolulu is considering a crackdown on unauthorized shopping cart use, with penalties of up to $2,000 and 30 days in jail. Critics warn the proposal could hit homeless residents hardest.

Police investigating deadly shooting in Winter Garden after card game
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Authorities are investigating the deadly shooting of a man who was found shot outside a Winter Garden home Wednesday evening. Police said the shooting took place after a card game.  Evidence is being collected at the scene. 

Sanford Mayor-elect Christina Hollerbach talks city's community
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The city of Sanford's newly Mayor-elect Christina Hollerbach sat down with Good Day Orlando's Stephanie Rivas to discuss what makes Sanford special. Hollerbach, whose family owns the popular Hollerbach’s German Restaurant in downtown Sanford, described the community aspect of the city, one she hold dear. She discussed the city's events that create the sense of community and "amplifying" ways to continue to connect. 

Movie money used to pay for dinner lands 2 Florida woman in jail: SLCSO

Deputies arrested two women after a group attempted to pay their bill at a Port St. Lucie restaurant using counterfeit movie money, according to law enforcement. 

Police execute search warrant in Melbourne neighborhood

Authorities executed a search warrant in connection with an active investigation in a Melbourne neighborhood Thursday morning.