Standoff with suspect ends hours after domestic-related shooting of woman near Windermere school, deputies say
A standoff between law enforcement officers and a man suspected of shooting a woman in a domestic incident in Windermere is over, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
A standoff between law enforcement officers and a man suspected of shooting a woman in a domestic incident in Windermere is over, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Officers open fire on man stabbing himself in Orange City: Police
Authorities in Volusia County shot a man in the parking lot of a bank in Orange City ON Thursday evening after witnesses said he was stabbing himself and brandishing a weapon.
Authorities in Volusia County shot a man in the parking lot of a bank in Orange City ON Thursday evening after witnesses said he was stabbing himself and brandishing a weapon.
Elementary school on lockdown after woman shot
An elementary school in Windermere was placed on hold Tuesday afternoon after deputies responded to a shooting in the neighborhood, authorities said.
An elementary school in Windermere was placed on hold Tuesday afternoon after deputies responded to a shooting in the neighborhood, authorities said.
Teen boy arrested after suspected ‘door-kicking challenge’ leads to family dog's death
A teen boy was arrested in connection to an alleged door-kicking prank that led to a family dog's death.
A teen boy was arrested in connection to an alleged door-kicking prank that led to a family dog's death.
Judge delays trial again for Volusia County dog mauling case involving death of 8-year-old
A judge has again delayed the trial of the woman who owned the dogs that fatally mauled an 8-year-old boy in Volusia County last year.
A judge has again delayed the trial of the woman who owned the dogs that fatally mauled an 8-year-old boy in Volusia County last year.
Teen faces manslaughter charge in deadly 2023 crash, family says 'youthful offender' status too lenient
A man accused of causing a deadly crash nearly three years ago is now behind bars, but the family of the victim says justice has been slow.
A man accused of causing a deadly crash nearly three years ago is now behind bars, but the family of the victim says justice has been slow.
Man accused of deadly crash 3 years ago charged as adult
A man accused of causing a deadly crash nearly three years ago is now behind bars, but the family of the victim says justice has been slow.
A man accused of causing a deadly crash nearly three years ago is now behind bars, but the family of the victim says justice has been slow.
Florida’s coast sees unusual wildlife activity as marine animals migrate south during winter
While recent freezing temperatures have unsettled humans across Florida, the waters remain relatively warm for migrating whales, drawing more of the marine mammals to the region, wildlife experts say.
While recent freezing temperatures have unsettled humans across Florida, the waters remain relatively warm for migrating whales, drawing more of the marine mammals to the region, wildlife experts say.
Man injured in Orange City Police shooting after reported stabbing incident
Authorities in Volusia County shot a man in the parking lot of a bank in Orange City on Thursday after witnesses said he was stabbing himself and brandishing a weapon.
Authorities in Volusia County shot a man in the parking lot of a bank in Orange City on Thursday after witnesses said he was stabbing himself and brandishing a weapon.
Whales seek warmer waters as Florida experiences cold snap
While recent freezing temperatures have unsettled humans across Florida, the waters remain relatively warm for migrating whales, drawing more of the marine mammals to the region, wildlife experts say.
While recent freezing temperatures have unsettled humans across Florida, the waters remain relatively warm for migrating whales, drawing more of the marine mammals to the region, wildlife experts say.
Judge delays trial again for Volusia County dog mauling case
A judge has again delayed the trial of the woman who owned the dogs that fatally mauled an 8-year-old boy in Volusia County last year.
A judge has again delayed the trial of the woman who owned the dogs that fatally mauled an 8-year-old boy in Volusia County last year.
Teen arrested after TikTok door-kicking challenge linked to dog’s death
A 14-year-old has been arrested in Deltona in connection with a viral TikTok “door-kicking” challenge that investigators say led to the death of a dog.
A 14-year-old has been arrested in Deltona in connection with a viral TikTok “door-kicking” challenge that investigators say led to the death of a dog.
Central Florida residents brace for damaging freeze
A prolonged stretch of cold weather is settling into Central Florida, with overnight temperatures expected to reach or fall below freezing for several days, forecasters said.
A prolonged stretch of cold weather is settling into Central Florida, with overnight temperatures expected to reach or fall below freezing for several days, forecasters said.
Police shoot man outside Orange City bank, investigation ongoing
Police shot a man outside a bank in Orange City on Tuesday afternoon after a confrontation in the parking lot, authorities said. Officers responded to reports of a man walking through the parking lot with a knife. Witnesses told police the man began stabbing himself and later pulled out a gun and fired when officers approached. Officers returned fire, striking the man, witnesses said.
Police shot a man outside a bank in Orange City on Tuesday afternoon after a confrontation in the parking lot, authorities said. Officers responded to reports of a man walking through the parking lot with a knife. Witnesses told police the man began stabbing himself and later pulled out a gun and fired when officers approached. Officers returned fire, striking the man, witnesses said.
Judge threatened to bring ICE head to MN over noncompliance with court orders
A federal judge threatened to bring the head of Immigration and Customs Enforcement to Minnesota this week because of the government's noncompliance with court orders.
A federal judge threatened to bring the head of Immigration and Customs Enforcement to Minnesota this week because of the government's noncompliance with court orders.
Grandson charged with murdering retired grandparents found dead in their South Carolina home
Authorities in upstate South Carolina have arrested the 19-year-old grandson of a retired couple found slain in their home earlier this month, charging him with two counts of murder in a case that has shaken a small rural community.
Authorities in upstate South Carolina have arrested the 19-year-old grandson of a retired couple found slain in their home earlier this month, charging him with two counts of murder in a case that has shaken a small rural community.
Google settles lawsuit following allegations of secretly recording smart device users
Google has settled a lawsuit for $68 million following allegations of secretly recording smart device users. Here's what we know.
Google has settled a lawsuit for $68 million following allegations of secretly recording smart device users. Here's what we know.
Trump on Noem: Doing ‘very good job,’ won’t step down amid Minnesota shift
President Donald Trump confirmed on Tuesday he has no plans to ask Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to step down from her role.
President Donald Trump confirmed on Tuesday he has no plans to ask Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to step down from her role.
SpaceX set to launch advanced GPS satellite from Cape Canaveral
The GPS-III satellite will be carried into medium-Earth orbit by a Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
The GPS-III satellite will be carried into medium-Earth orbit by a Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
Most buyer-friendly housing markets in 2026, according to Zillow
Zillow found certain cities in the Midwest and the Sun Belt will be most buyer-friendly in 2026, because of their prices and less competition. Here’s a look at the list.
Zillow found certain cities in the Midwest and the Sun Belt will be most buyer-friendly in 2026, because of their prices and less competition. Here’s a look at the list.



















