New vision for Pine Hills: Orange County releases renderings of neighborhood improvement
The Pine Hills Neighborhood Improvement District unveiled new renderings to create a thriving, vibrant Pine Hills, they say. The district's executive director said they plan to create a space that mixes businesses, residents and educational opportunities.
The Pine Hills Neighborhood Improvement District unveiled new renderings to create a thriving, vibrant Pine Hills, they say. The district's executive director said they plan to create a space that mixes businesses, residents and educational opportunities.
A second chance: New Florida law mandates heart screenings for student-athletes
Florida high school student-athletes will soon be required to undergo heart screenings under the newly enacted "Second Chance Act," a measure designed to identify undiagnosed cardiac conditions before they lead to tragedy.
Florida high school student-athletes will soon be required to undergo heart screenings under the newly enacted "Second Chance Act," a measure designed to identify undiagnosed cardiac conditions before they lead to tragedy.
Daytona Beach City Manager's contract extended: Here's why
On May 6, city commissioners voted in favor of extending City Manager Deric Feacher's contract. Feacher's current contract was set to expire this month. Some commissioners argued that the spending issues began before he took over the position, while others argued it's his job to uncover when policies aren't being followed, FOX 35's Chancelor Winn reported.
On May 6, city commissioners voted in favor of extending City Manager Deric Feacher's contract. Feacher's current contract was set to expire this month. Some commissioners argued that the spending issues began before he took over the position, while others argued it's his job to uncover when policies aren't being followed, FOX 35's Chancelor Winn reported.
Sloth conservationists aim to meet with FWC over 'Sloth World'
After 55 total sloths in connection to the Orlando attraction, Sloth World, died, sloth conservationists aim to make changes in the transport of the animals, saying, "Ultimately, these animals should never have been removed from the rain forest." Now, they plan to meet with the county commissioners, the state attorney's office and the attorney general's office. They're also trying to meet with officials from the FWC, FOX 35's Manny Martinez reported.
After 55 total sloths in connection to the Orlando attraction, Sloth World, died, sloth conservationists aim to make changes in the transport of the animals, saying, "Ultimately, these animals should never have been removed from the rain forest." Now, they plan to meet with the county commissioners, the state attorney's office and the attorney general's office. They're also trying to meet with officials from the FWC, FOX 35's Manny Martinez reported.
Fire crews put out DeLand scrapyard fire: Cause unknown
Five fire crews responded to a fire at the Central Florida Recycling center. No one was injured, and the cause of the fire is still unknown. The fire is under investigation but responders say they may never find the exact cause.
Five fire crews responded to a fire at the Central Florida Recycling center. No one was injured, and the cause of the fire is still unknown. The fire is under investigation but responders say they may never find the exact cause.
'Welcome to Rockville' 2026 starts with record-breaking heat: Know before you go
Tens of thousands of rock fans are descending on the Daytona International Speedway for the 2026 Welcome to Rockville festival, but they’ll be met with more than just heavy metal. Temperatures are expected to climb near 100 degrees.
Tens of thousands of rock fans are descending on the Daytona International Speedway for the 2026 Welcome to Rockville festival, but they’ll be met with more than just heavy metal. Temperatures are expected to climb near 100 degrees.
Welcome to Rockville kicks off in Daytona Beach: Know before you go
Tens of thousands of rock fans are descending on the Daytona International Speedway for the 2026 Welcome to Rockville festival, but they’ll be met with more than just heavy metal. With record heat and high-tech security measures in place, preparation is the headliner for this year’s opening day.
Tens of thousands of rock fans are descending on the Daytona International Speedway for the 2026 Welcome to Rockville festival, but they’ll be met with more than just heavy metal. With record heat and high-tech security measures in place, preparation is the headliner for this year’s opening day.
Daytona Beach 'excessive' P-card spending under criminal investigation
Daytona Beach commissioners voted to extend the contract of its current city manager after a financial audit revealed excessive P-card expenses.
Daytona Beach commissioners voted to extend the contract of its current city manager after a financial audit revealed excessive P-card expenses.
Pickup truck driver dies in school bus crash
A truck driver is dead after a crash with a Marion County school bus on Wednesday. Though students were on the bus at the time of the crash, Marion County officials reported none were injured.
A truck driver is dead after a crash with a Marion County school bus on Wednesday. Though students were on the bus at the time of the crash, Marion County officials reported none were injured.
Family of five hospitalized, one critical after head-on crash in Volusia County
A family of five is recovering from significant injuries after a car crash in DeLeon Springs on State Road 40.
A family of five is recovering from significant injuries after a car crash in DeLeon Springs on State Road 40.
Melbourne road remains unfinished after contractor stopped working
The project, known as the Wickham Road at Pineda Causeway Intersection Improvements, was designed to extend turn lanes and improve drainage to ease heavy congestion in the booming Melbourne area. However, despite being nearly a year behind schedule, the site remained a "halfway finished" mess. On February 13, 2026, the County issued a formal "Notice of Failure to Perform Work," stating the contractor was not carrying out the work in an acceptable manner.
The project, known as the Wickham Road at Pineda Causeway Intersection Improvements, was designed to extend turn lanes and improve drainage to ease heavy congestion in the booming Melbourne area. However, despite being nearly a year behind schedule, the site remained a "halfway finished" mess. On February 13, 2026, the County issued a formal "Notice of Failure to Perform Work," stating the contractor was not carrying out the work in an acceptable manner.
DeLand fire crews fight scrapyard fire; Residents urged to stay inside
City officials in DeLand are warning residents to stay indoors and keep their windows closed after a scrapyard fire broke out Wednesday afternoon at the Central Florida Recycling Center.
City officials in DeLand are warning residents to stay indoors and keep their windows closed after a scrapyard fire broke out Wednesday afternoon at the Central Florida Recycling Center.
Scrapyard fire breaks out in DeLand: City officials advise residents to remain indoors
City officials in DeLand are warning residents to stay indoors and keep their windows closed after a scrapyard fire broke out Wednesday afternoon at the Central Florida Recycling Center.
City officials in DeLand are warning residents to stay indoors and keep their windows closed after a scrapyard fire broke out Wednesday afternoon at the Central Florida Recycling Center.
Orange County deputies assist in Sloth World investigation after over 50 dead
Days after Florida's Attorney General James Uthmeier announced a criminal investigation into Sloth World, after over 50 sloths died, the Orange County Sheriff's office announced it is assisting with the investigation. This comes on the heels of Florida Representative Maxwell Frost and Anna Eskamani demanding accountability.
Days after Florida's Attorney General James Uthmeier announced a criminal investigation into Sloth World, after over 50 sloths died, the Orange County Sheriff's office announced it is assisting with the investigation. This comes on the heels of Florida Representative Maxwell Frost and Anna Eskamani demanding accountability.
Three rescued 'Sloth World' sloths dead. What caused Bandit to be emaciated?
Three of 13 sloths transported to the Central Florida Zoo from a warehouse for the Sloth World experience have died. A necropsy report for Bandit, the first of three sloths to die, showed he had an abnormal buildup of fluid in his body.
Three of 13 sloths transported to the Central Florida Zoo from a warehouse for the Sloth World experience have died. A necropsy report for Bandit, the first of three sloths to die, showed he had an abnormal buildup of fluid in his body.
Months of recovery for Leesburg family after deadly crash on SR 40
A "quick getaway" took a tragic turn as a Leesburg family of five was involved in a head-on collision on Florida-40 in Volusia County. Following the May 4 crash, three people in the second vehicle died, while the family of five is in the hospital recovering.
A "quick getaway" took a tragic turn as a Leesburg family of five was involved in a head-on collision on Florida-40 in Volusia County. Following the May 4 crash, three people in the second vehicle died, while the family of five is in the hospital recovering.
Problematic spending in Daytona? Officials under criminal investigation
After problematic spending through the use of city-issued purchasing cards were identified in a Daytona Beach audit, officials met to discuss a criminal investigation. Now, prosecutors are requiring access to all emails, texts and communication of several city leaders.
After problematic spending through the use of city-issued purchasing cards were identified in a Daytona Beach audit, officials met to discuss a criminal investigation. Now, prosecutors are requiring access to all emails, texts and communication of several city leaders.
'Sloth World' deaths not reported? Florida officials, wildlife conservationists seek accountability
Why were the the deaths of dozens of Sloth World sloths not publicly reported after the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission visited the Sloth World warehouse in March? The FWC told FOX 35, the "circumstances discovered did not rise to the level of criminal intent." Florida Rep. Anna Eskamani called the situation, "willful neglect." Now, the Orange County Sheriff's office confirmed it is investigating the situation.
Why were the the deaths of dozens of Sloth World sloths not publicly reported after the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission visited the Sloth World warehouse in March? The FWC told FOX 35, the "circumstances discovered did not rise to the level of criminal intent." Florida Rep. Anna Eskamani called the situation, "willful neglect." Now, the Orange County Sheriff's office confirmed it is investigating the situation.
Sloth World health update after 50+ sloths die | Full
Sloth experts, elected officials and the Central Florida Zoo hold a news conference to break down the health concerns and status of the sloths at Sloth World, plus the investigations into the sloth deaths that are happening at the local and state levels with members of both major political parties.
Sloth experts, elected officials and the Central Florida Zoo hold a news conference to break down the health concerns and status of the sloths at Sloth World, plus the investigations into the sloth deaths that are happening at the local and state levels with members of both major political parties.
34 dogs rescued in suspected dogfighting operation; sheriff’s deputy, 3 others charged
Dozens of abused dogs were rescued from a suspected South Carolina dogfighting ring. Here's what to know.
Dozens of abused dogs were rescued from a suspected South Carolina dogfighting ring. Here's what to know.