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 are warning DeLand residents to stay clear of an active scrapyard fire, which can cause eye and lung irritation, they said.
City officials are warning DeLand residents to stay clear of an active scrapyard fire, which can cause eye and lung irritation, they said.
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.
EEOC sues New York Times after white man was passed over for promotion
A federal civil rights agency accused the New York Times of violating U.S. law in early 2025 when it passed over a white man for a promotion, arguing his race or sex played a role in the decision.
A federal civil rights agency accused the New York Times of violating U.S. law in early 2025 when it passed over a white man for a promotion, arguing his race or sex played a role in the decision.
Pickup truck driver dies after school bus crash with students on board
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.
American cruise ship passenger dies during stop at island vacation hot spot
A trip to Bahamian paradise ended in tragedy for an American cruise ship passenger.
A trip to Bahamian paradise ended in tragedy for an American cruise ship passenger.
50+ sloths dead in failed Sloth World project; Florida leaders want accountability
Florida leaders and sloth experts are calling for more accountability over Sloth World after dozens of sloths connected to the previously planned attraction have died.
Florida leaders and sloth experts are calling for more accountability over Sloth World after dozens of sloths connected to the previously planned attraction have died.
Investigators search California home in Kristin Smart case
Authorities are searching an Arroyo Grande home in connection with the disappearance of Kristin Smart nearly 30 years ago.
Authorities are searching an Arroyo Grande home in connection with the disappearance of Kristin Smart nearly 30 years ago.
School phone bans have little impact on academics or behavior, new study finds
The largest study to date on school cell phone bans is showing mixed outcomes. Here's what the researchers found.
The largest study to date on school cell phone bans is showing mixed outcomes. Here's what the researchers found.
Central Florida Zoo shares preliminary cause of death for Bandit the sloth
The Central Florida Zoo has released the preliminary cause of death for Bandit, one of 13 Sloth World sloths brought to the zoo in April.
The Central Florida Zoo has released the preliminary cause of death for Bandit, one of 13 Sloth World sloths brought to the zoo in April.
FAA employee accused of emailing death threat to Trump
Authorities said the Federal Aviation Administration worker sent a message threatening President Donald Trump from his personal email account in April, a few months after investigators questioned him about online searches he made on his computer at the FAA.
Authorities said the Federal Aviation Administration worker sent a message threatening President Donald Trump from his personal email account in April, a few months after investigators questioned him about online searches he made on his computer at the FAA.