Defending the Dunes: Flagler County aims to restore the shoreline
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A $34 million project is underway to extend 5.5 miles in Flagler Beach will restrengthen the dunes. These preventative efforts aim to protect the shoreline when hurricane or storms hit. FOX 35's T.J. Springer spoke with experts who said this endeavor could protect homeowners to come. 

3 Chinese nationals arrested for fraud scheme targeting seniors, federal prosecutors say

Federal prosecutors said three Chinese nationals were arrested and charged with Conspiracy to Commit Mail Fraud after running a $2.2 million dollar scheme targeting the elderly.

Sanford employee charged after bicyclist dies from hit-and-run
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A bicyclist, Manuel Martinez, died Tuesday morning after being hit by a City of Sanford dump truck at the intersection of W. Airport Boulevard and MLK Jr. Boulevard. City employee Shawannia Smith, 46, was arrested after fleeing the scene and faces charges of leaving an accident involving death and violating a cyclist's right-of-way.

Police search for teen double murder suspect
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DeLand police have issued an arrest warrant for 17-year-old Keyan Jayden Rundell, who faces two counts of second-degree murder in the shooting deaths of Dustin Rose and Samson Campbell. Police warn that if Rundell is spotted, not to approach him or attempt to apprehend him.  He is considered armed and dangerous, police said. 

Orange County pushes to prevent future mistreatment of exotic animals
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Following the deaths of over 50 sloths part of the upcoming Sloth World exhibit in Orlando, Orange County leaders are now pushing to for exotic animals protections. ON Aug. 4,  Orange County Commissioners unanimously voted to approve Commissioner Wilson's proposal for the County to explore stronger protections.

Palm Coast man arrested by Sheriff after allegedly driving 125 mph on I-95
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Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly arrested 22-year-old Arul Nayak after he was caught speeding on I-95 on July 31. Staly says Nayak was weaving in between traffic before the Sheriff activated his lights and pulled him over. 

New tool cleans firefighter's gear from cancerous chemicals
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Titusville Fire Department's newest "dishwasher" helps remove their clothing and items from carcinogens. The tool deep cleans cancerous chemicals found all over firefighting gear. 

Over 20 states sue Trump administration over sharing social services info

More than 20 states and the District of Columbia sued the Trump administration on Monday to block it from getting wide access to the personal information of millions of recipients of a benefits program for low-income families.

Florida road rager arrested after reports of pointing gun at drivers
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Joshua Walker of Palm Coast was arrested after two drivers told police he pointed a gun at them after they passed him on the road. Walker was previously charged in a separate road rage incident in May 2023. 

Ocoee Police officer carries lost girl, 3, home
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Officer Andrew Moates of the Ocoee Police Department brought a lost three-year-old girl safely home after searching for her family. The officer found the girl wandering on the sidewalk alone. He began searching door to door to help bring the girl home. 

Mail fraud investigation: 3 Chinese nationals accused of stealing from Florida seniors
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Three Chinese nationals are behind bars after their alleged participation in a multi-million dollar scheme. With 28 victims listed in the complaint, the U.S. Attorney number of victims is likely to keep growing. Prosecutors say the group targeted people between 60 and 80 years old. 

Bicyclist dies after being hit by city employee driving dump truck
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A city of Sanford employee has been arrested under accusations of crashing into a bicyclist on August 4. Shawannia Smith 46, is suspended without pay during the investigation. 

Teen suspect identified, wanted in DeLand double murder of childhood friends
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DeLand police have issued an arrest warrant for 17-year-old Keyan Jayden Rundell, who faces two counts of second-degree murder in the shooting deaths of Dustin Rose and Samson Campbell. Authorities warn that Rundell is considered armed and dangerous and urge anyone who spots the 17-year-old suspect not to approach him.

Cardinals face Panthers ahead of Larry Fitzgerald's HOF induction

Before Larry Fitzgerald is enshrined in Canton, rookie QB Carson Beck will start for the Arizona Cardinals when they face the Carolina Panthers in the Hall of Fame game on August 6.