Life-saving Drown Zero stations removed from Cocoa Beach
Just eight days after a tragic double drowning in Cocoa Beach, critical life-saving equipment is being pulled from the sand. Drown Zero has confirmed the temporary removal of all its public rescue flotation stations within the city limits.
Just eight days after a tragic double drowning in Cocoa Beach, critical life-saving equipment is being pulled from the sand. Drown Zero has confirmed the temporary removal of all its public rescue flotation stations within the city limits.
Nurse accused of groping sedated patient at Florida hospital
Authorities in Florida are investigating a nurse accused of sexually battering a patient at AdventHealth Celebration, where deputies say the woman was groped shortly after a medical procedure while still under the effects of anesthesia.
Authorities in Florida are investigating a nurse accused of sexually battering a patient at AdventHealth Celebration, where deputies say the woman was groped shortly after a medical procedure while still under the effects of anesthesia.
New ramp to open at I-4 and Sand Lake Road interchange
The Florida Department of Transportation said it will open a new ramp system at the Interstate 4 and Sand Lake Road interchange.
The Florida Department of Transportation said it will open a new ramp system at the Interstate 4 and Sand Lake Road interchange.
Thousands of school employees overpaid in Volusia County
Payroll problems continue in Volusia County Schools, where hundreds of bus drivers were overpaid during a transition to a new payroll system.
Payroll problems continue in Volusia County Schools, where hundreds of bus drivers were overpaid during a transition to a new payroll system.
Driver accused in deadly I-75 crash said he was running late for baseball practice
An 18-year-old Major League Baseball prospect is facing felony charges in connection with a hit-and-run crash on Interstate 75 that killed a father of four, according to investigators.
An 18-year-old Major League Baseball prospect is facing felony charges in connection with a hit-and-run crash on Interstate 75 that killed a father of four, according to investigators.
Seminole High beach volleyball team opens new home courts after 2 years without facility
The Seminole High School beach volleyball team has a new home.
The Seminole High School beach volleyball team has a new home.
4 arrested in alleged fake immigration law office fraud scheme in Orlando
Four people are facing extortion and fraud charges in connection with what authorities say was a fake immigration law office that stole millions of dollars from vulnerable victims.
Four people are facing extortion and fraud charges in connection with what authorities say was a fake immigration law office that stole millions of dollars from vulnerable victims.
Sailboat washes ashore at New Smyrna Beach after storm, third in recent weeks
Another sailboat has washed ashore at New Smyrna Beach, marking the third vessel to run aground in the area in recent weeks, officials said.
Another sailboat has washed ashore at New Smyrna Beach, marking the third vessel to run aground in the area in recent weeks, officials said.
Anna Kepner death: Timothy Hudson pleads not guilty in cruise ship murder case, awaits trial while free
A 16-year-old boy accused of raping and killing Anna Kepner on a Carnival cruise ship is headed to trial after entering a not guilty plea in federal court, attorneys said Wednesday.
A 16-year-old boy accused of raping and killing Anna Kepner on a Carnival cruise ship is headed to trial after entering a not guilty plea in federal court, attorneys said Wednesday.
State seeks death penalty for Florida man accused of killing girlfriend's 3-year-old child
The state is seeking the death penalty for the Marion County man who is accused of killing his girlfriend's 3-year-old daughter.
The state is seeking the death penalty for the Marion County man who is accused of killing his girlfriend's 3-year-old daughter.
Thousands of school employees overpaid in Volusia County
Thousands of employees at Volusia County Schools were overpaid due to errors tied to a new payroll system, district officials said, and many now face having to repay the funds.
Thousands of employees at Volusia County Schools were overpaid due to errors tied to a new payroll system, district officials said, and many now face having to repay the funds.
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Driver accused in deadly crash said he was running late for practice
An 18-year-old baseball prospect is facing felony charges after a hit-and-run crash on Interstate 75 that killed a father of four, authorities said.
An 18-year-old baseball prospect is facing felony charges after a hit-and-run crash on Interstate 75 that killed a father of four, authorities said.
New home for Seminole High Beach Volleyball
The Seminole High School beach volleyball team has a new home after spending two years without dedicated facilities, school officials said.
The Seminole High School beach volleyball team has a new home after spending two years without dedicated facilities, school officials said.
Group accused of running fake immigration office, sheriff says
Four people are facing extortion charges in connection with an alleged scheme that defrauded victims out of millions of dollars through a fake immigration services business in Orlando, authorities said.
Four people are facing extortion charges in connection with an alleged scheme that defrauded victims out of millions of dollars through a fake immigration services business in Orlando, authorities said.
Baylor University hosts dueling political events featuring Ken Paxton and LGBTQ+ advocates
Baylor University is hosting two major, competing political rallies today as high-profile conservative leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates highlight the deepening debate over free speech and inclusion on the Christian campus.
Baylor University is hosting two major, competing political rallies today as high-profile conservative leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates highlight the deepening debate over free speech and inclusion on the Christian campus.
New Smyrna Beach locals work together to remove boat from beach
A sailboat washed ashore this week in New Smyrna Beach, marking the third such incident along the coastline in recent weeks, according to local reports.
A sailboat washed ashore this week in New Smyrna Beach, marking the third such incident along the coastline in recent weeks, according to local reports.
Map: The fastest-warming US states revealed
A new analysis reveals just how much the U.S. has warmed since the first Earth Day, showing dramatic temperature increases across every state and nearly every major city.
A new analysis reveals just how much the U.S. has warmed since the first Earth Day, showing dramatic temperature increases across every state and nearly every major city.
New ramp to open at I-4 and Sand Lake Road interchange
The Florida Department of Transportation was removing overhead signs near the Sand Lake Road interchange with Interstate 4 as part of upcoming roadway changes. A new ramp system will open, providing a more direct connection to Turkey Lake Road. The project includes a new loop ramp that will replace an existing left-hand turn. Transportation officials say the changes are expected to reduce congestion in the area.
The Florida Department of Transportation was removing overhead signs near the Sand Lake Road interchange with Interstate 4 as part of upcoming roadway changes. A new ramp system will open, providing a more direct connection to Turkey Lake Road. The project includes a new loop ramp that will replace an existing left-hand turn. Transportation officials say the changes are expected to reduce congestion in the area.
Anna Kepner death: Teen accused of killing stepsister heading to trial
A teenager accused in the killing of Anna Kepner is moving toward trial in federal court, with his attorneys maintaining his innocence and requesting a jury trial. The 16-year-old defendant, identified as Kepner’s stepbrother, Timothy Hudson, is charged with raping and killing her aboard a Carnival cruise ship.
A teenager accused in the killing of Anna Kepner is moving toward trial in federal court, with his attorneys maintaining his innocence and requesting a jury trial. The 16-year-old defendant, identified as Kepner’s stepbrother, Timothy Hudson, is charged with raping and killing her aboard a Carnival cruise ship.