Travel agent Robert Goodwin ordered to pay back $400K to victims
A man accused of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from Volusia County families through a fraudulent student travel program has pleaded guilty and been ordered to pay more than $637,000 in restitution. Robert Goodwin pleaded guilty to two counts of grand theft in connection with a scheme that promised students trips to Europe that never took place.
A man accused of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from Volusia County families through a fraudulent student travel program has pleaded guilty and been ordered to pay more than $637,000 in restitution. Robert Goodwin pleaded guilty to two counts of grand theft in connection with a scheme that promised students trips to Europe that never took place.
Travel agent Robert Goodwin ordered to pay back $400K to victims after scam
A man accused of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from Volusia County families through a fraudulent student travel program has pleaded guilty and been ordered to pay more than $637,000 in restitution.
A man accused of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from Volusia County families through a fraudulent student travel program has pleaded guilty and been ordered to pay more than $637,000 in restitution.
Florida heat drives surge in air conditioning repair calls
As summer temperatures climb across Central Florida, air conditioning technicians say they are seeing a sharp increase in service calls from homeowners struggling to keep cool.
As summer temperatures climb across Central Florida, air conditioning technicians say they are seeing a sharp increase in service calls from homeowners struggling to keep cool.
2 FHP troopers accused in off-duty billing scheme
Two Florida Highway Patrol troopers are accused of collecting thousands of dollars for off-duty security work they allegedly did not perform, according to newly released arrest reports.
Two Florida Highway Patrol troopers are accused of collecting thousands of dollars for off-duty security work they allegedly did not perform, according to newly released arrest reports.
Titusville explores retention ponds to reduce flooding, to be financed through tax liens
Flooding fixes could be coming to Titusville. City leaders want to add more retention ponds in historic, flood-prone areas. Officials are trying to prevent a repeat of the extreme flooding that left some residents stranded in 2025.
Flooding fixes could be coming to Titusville. City leaders want to add more retention ponds in historic, flood-prone areas. Officials are trying to prevent a repeat of the extreme flooding that left some residents stranded in 2025.
Team Florida departs for Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota
More than 100 Special Olympics Florida athletes received a celebratory sendoff at Orlando International Airport before departing for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis.
More than 100 Special Olympics Florida athletes received a celebratory sendoff at Orlando International Airport before departing for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis.
Monkey spotted near Mount Dora's Lakeside Inn
A monkey believed to be a rhesus macaque was spotted in Mount Dora, marking the latest reported sighting of the non-native primates in Central Florida. The animal was first seen near Gilbert Park before later appearing on the grounds of the historic Lakeside Inn, according to witnesses.
A monkey believed to be a rhesus macaque was spotted in Mount Dora, marking the latest reported sighting of the non-native primates in Central Florida. The animal was first seen near Gilbert Park before later appearing on the grounds of the historic Lakeside Inn, according to witnesses.
New video shows arrest of daycare worker accused of child neglect
Days after a young boy in the care of a Fruitland Park daycare was reportedly seen running across a six-lane highway in Lake County, the daycare's owner issued a formal statement saying the safety of the children in their care remains their top priority.
Days after a young boy in the care of a Fruitland Park daycare was reportedly seen running across a six-lane highway in Lake County, the daycare's owner issued a formal statement saying the safety of the children in their care remains their top priority.
Epic Universe expansion filings point to large project in Dark Universe area
Universal Orlando Resort may already be planning an expansion at Epic Universe, according to newly filed permits that point to a large, undisclosed project inside the park's Dark Universe themed land.
Universal Orlando Resort may already be planning an expansion at Epic Universe, according to newly filed permits that point to a large, undisclosed project inside the park's Dark Universe themed land.
Residents in 'unsafe' apartment units given one week to move out
Residents of a Lake Mary apartment complex say they are scrambling to find new housing after receiving notices giving them one week to move out of buildings deemed unsafe by Seminole County.
Residents of a Lake Mary apartment complex say they are scrambling to find new housing after receiving notices giving them one week to move out of buildings deemed unsafe by Seminole County.
Fry Pie Factory recalls pepperoni rolls for undeclared milk allergen
Fry Pie Factory's pepperoni rolls are being recalled over an undeclared allergen and concerns about improper storage. Here's what to know.
Fry Pie Factory's pepperoni rolls are being recalled over an undeclared allergen and concerns about improper storage. Here's what to know.
Lake Mary residents in 'unsafe' apartment units given one week to move out
Residents of a Lake Mary apartment complex say they are scrambling to find new housing after receiving notices giving them one week to move out of buildings deemed unsafe by Seminole County.
Residents of a Lake Mary apartment complex say they are scrambling to find new housing after receiving notices giving them one week to move out of buildings deemed unsafe by Seminole County.
Florida's juvenile justice department faces security questions, massive data breach
A former Florida juvenile probation officer is behind bars after allegedly tipping off drug dealers.
A former Florida juvenile probation officer is behind bars after allegedly tipping off drug dealers.
Florida mom arrested, toddler found unresponsive with severe bruises: Deputies
A Florida mom, Jessica Wilson, 29, was arrested after her 2-year-old toddler was found unresponsive with severe bruising across their body. Investigators allege that Wilson refused to call 911, forcing her friend to perform CPR. Wilson now faces multiple charges, including aggravated child abuse, as the toddler is in medical care, deputies say.
A Florida mom, Jessica Wilson, 29, was arrested after her 2-year-old toddler was found unresponsive with severe bruising across their body. Investigators allege that Wilson refused to call 911, forcing her friend to perform CPR. Wilson now faces multiple charges, including aggravated child abuse, as the toddler is in medical care, deputies say.
Florida daycare arrest: Owner issues apology; Bodycam catches worker change her narrative
The owner of Luv N Hugs daycare issued a public apology to the family of a toddler who escaped the facility, stating that child safety remains her top priority.
The owner of Luv N Hugs daycare issued a public apology to the family of a toddler who escaped the facility, stating that child safety remains her top priority.
Allegations of leaking records to drug trafficking suspects
A former Florida Department of Juvenile Justice probation officer is facing 114 felony charges after investigators accused her of using retained access to a court records system to obtain and share sensitive information with members of a drug trafficking organization.
A former Florida Department of Juvenile Justice probation officer is facing 114 felony charges after investigators accused her of using retained access to a court records system to obtain and share sensitive information with members of a drug trafficking organization.
Titusville explores retention ponds to reduce flooding
City officials in Titusville are exploring a plan to reduce flooding in older neighborhoods by purchasing vacant or distressed properties and converting them into stormwater retention ponds.
City officials in Titusville are exploring a plan to reduce flooding in older neighborhoods by purchasing vacant or distressed properties and converting them into stormwater retention ponds.
Monkey spotted near Mount Dora's Lakeside Inn as sightings continue across Central Florida
A monkey believed to be a rhesus macaque was spotted in Mount Dora, marking the latest reported sighting of the nonnative primates in Central Florida.
A monkey believed to be a rhesus macaque was spotted in Mount Dora, marking the latest reported sighting of the nonnative primates in Central Florida.
Florida athletes head to Special Olympics USA Games
More than 100 Special Olympics Florida athletes received a celebratory sendoff at Orlando International Airport before departing for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis.
More than 100 Special Olympics Florida athletes received a celebratory sendoff at Orlando International Airport before departing for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis.
Competency question delays triple-murder case for man accused of killing tourists
A judge has ordered a third mental health evaluation for a man accused of killing three tourists in Kissimmee, further delaying a decision on whether he is competent to stand trial.
A judge has ordered a third mental health evaluation for a man accused of killing three tourists in Kissimmee, further delaying a decision on whether he is competent to stand trial.