Edgewater mayor denies accusation of assault with campaign sign
"This did not occur. She moved toward me." That's the response from Edgewater Mayor Diezel Depew, who's accused of hitting a woman with a campaign sign. Though police responded to the incident, as of Aug. 10, no charges have been filed and no injuries have been reported.
"This did not occur. She moved toward me." That's the response from Edgewater Mayor Diezel Depew, who's accused of hitting a woman with a campaign sign. Though police responded to the incident, as of Aug. 10, no charges have been filed and no injuries have been reported.
Daytona Beach weighs fee changes to business owners during Bike Week
Daytona Beach city leaders weigh in on a proposed fee change for during the city's busy bike weeks. Leaders discussed how vendor permits are impacting local businesses, wanting to incentivize more year-round businesses to fill the empty lots.
Daytona Beach city leaders weigh in on a proposed fee change for during the city's busy bike weeks. Leaders discussed how vendor permits are impacting local businesses, wanting to incentivize more year-round businesses to fill the empty lots.
Florida officer finds missing naked toddler wandering in road alone: Deputies
An off-duty airport police officer spotted a naked 2-year-old girl walking alone along a Deltona road in the early morning. He wrapped her in a towel and called 911.
An off-duty airport police officer spotted a naked 2-year-old girl walking alone along a Deltona road in the early morning. He wrapped her in a towel and called 911.
Volusia County Sheriff rescues girl trapped behind community pool gate
A two-year-old girl wandered into an Ocoee community pool area, and the gate locked behind her, leaving her mother helplessly trapped on the outside. Off-duty Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood was finishing a 40-mile bike ride nearby when he heard the mother's screams for help. Sheriff Chitwood used his bicycle as a ladder to climb over a fence topped with metal shards, successfully rescuing the toddler before she entered the water.
A two-year-old girl wandered into an Ocoee community pool area, and the gate locked behind her, leaving her mother helplessly trapped on the outside. Off-duty Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood was finishing a 40-mile bike ride nearby when he heard the mother's screams for help. Sheriff Chitwood used his bicycle as a ladder to climb over a fence topped with metal shards, successfully rescuing the toddler before she entered the water.
Off-duty Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood scales fence to rescue toddler trapped in Ocoee pool area
A two-year-old girl was rescued by the Volusia County Sheriff after wandering into an Ocoee community pool area as the gate locked behind her. The girl's mom was helplessly trapped on the outside.
A two-year-old girl was rescued by the Volusia County Sheriff after wandering into an Ocoee community pool area as the gate locked behind her. The girl's mom was helplessly trapped on the outside.
Central Florida back-to-school guide 2026: First day dates, bus routes, key info
Public schools across Central Florida will start the 2026–27 school year on Monday, Aug. 10, with Orange County Public Schools beginning one day later on Tuesday, Aug. 11.
Public schools across Central Florida will start the 2026–27 school year on Monday, Aug. 10, with Orange County Public Schools beginning one day later on Tuesday, Aug. 11.
New report alleges deadly DeLand double shooting was result of drug deal gone wrong: Police
A drug deal that turned into an attempted robbery may have led to the deadly shootings of two teenagers in downtown DeLand, according to a newly released police report.
A drug deal that turned into an attempted robbery may have led to the deadly shootings of two teenagers in downtown DeLand, according to a newly released police report.
Volusia County expands AI weapons detectors to middle schools
Volusia County Schools will begin installing artificial intelligence-based weapons detection systems at middle schools.
Volusia County Schools will begin installing artificial intelligence-based weapons detection systems at middle schools.
75 lost sea turtles hatchlings rescued by Florida deputies
Volusia County deputies helped rescue 75 lost baby sea turtles. Sea turtle hatchlings use moonlight to guide themselves towards the ocean. However, artificial lighting can confuse their instincts, causing them to move inland toward roads instead of the ocean. Deputies helped collect the lost turtles and contacted Volusia County, who helped get them back to the ocean.
Volusia County deputies helped rescue 75 lost baby sea turtles. Sea turtle hatchlings use moonlight to guide themselves towards the ocean. However, artificial lighting can confuse their instincts, causing them to move inland toward roads instead of the ocean. Deputies helped collect the lost turtles and contacted Volusia County, who helped get them back to the ocean.
Volusia County debuts AI metal detectors in schools
Middle schools in Volusia County will screen students through AI metal detectors. While school officials say safety is their top priority, they say the metal detectors have been "well-received" by the community and families. With artificial intelligence, the device can detect the "difference between a water bottle a weapon," FOX 35's Chris Lindsay demonstrated.
Middle schools in Volusia County will screen students through AI metal detectors. While school officials say safety is their top priority, they say the metal detectors have been "well-received" by the community and families. With artificial intelligence, the device can detect the "difference between a water bottle a weapon," FOX 35's Chris Lindsay demonstrated.
Dad of DeLand double homicide suspect arrested
Police have arrested the father of a 17-year-old accused of shooting and killing two teenagers in downtown DeLand. Daytron Etkins, 41, is accused of helping his son after the alleged shootings and "took steps intended to help him evade law enforcement," police said.
Police have arrested the father of a 17-year-old accused of shooting and killing two teenagers in downtown DeLand. Daytron Etkins, 41, is accused of helping his son after the alleged shootings and "took steps intended to help him evade law enforcement," police said.
75 lost baby sea turtles rescued by Florida deputies
When dozens of young turtle hatchlings were seen making their way away from the ocean, some Volusia County deputies stepped in to help.
When dozens of young turtle hatchlings were seen making their way away from the ocean, some Volusia County deputies stepped in to help.
DeLand double homicide suspect's father arrested, police say
The DeLand Police Department has arrested the father of the 17-year-old suspected of shooting and killing two teenagers in a vacant lot in downtown DeLand.
The DeLand Police Department has arrested the father of the 17-year-old suspected of shooting and killing two teenagers in a vacant lot in downtown DeLand.
Victims' families call for juvenile justice reforms after DeLand double murder
The families of two teenagers killed in a downtown DeLand shooting are calling for greater accountability in Florida's juvenile justice system as law enforcement officials and prosecutors continue to dispute whether earlier intervention could have prevented the killings.
The families of two teenagers killed in a downtown DeLand shooting are calling for greater accountability in Florida's juvenile justice system as law enforcement officials and prosecutors continue to dispute whether earlier intervention could have prevented the killings.
Volusia sheriff, Florida AG spar with attorney Monique Worrell over DeLand shooting suspect
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood have both criticized State Attorney Monique Worrell's Office following the arrest of a 17-year-old boy in connection with the shooting deaths of two teens in downtown DeLand.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood have both criticized State Attorney Monique Worrell's Office following the arrest of a 17-year-old boy in connection with the shooting deaths of two teens in downtown DeLand.
Worrell fights critics amid DeLand shooting suspect's arrest | F
State Attorney Monique Worrell held a news conference on Wednesday to respond to criticism from Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood and State Attorney General James Uthmeier. Both officials questioned the criminal history and apparent outcomes regarding the suspect arrested in the double murder of two teenagers in downtown DeLand.
State Attorney Monique Worrell held a news conference on Wednesday to respond to criticism from Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood and State Attorney General James Uthmeier. Both officials questioned the criminal history and apparent outcomes regarding the suspect arrested in the double murder of two teenagers in downtown DeLand.
Deland Double Homicide: Retired FBI Agent Shares how U.S. Marshals Tracked Down Teen Suspect
A community is grieving the loss of two teens following a fatal shooting allegedly involving a 17-year-old suspect. Good Day Orlando spoke with retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer about how U.S. Marshals tracked the teen to a motel over 100 miles away from the crime scene.
A community is grieving the loss of two teens following a fatal shooting allegedly involving a 17-year-old suspect. Good Day Orlando spoke with retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer about how U.S. Marshals tracked the teen to a motel over 100 miles away from the crime scene.
Good Samaritans rescue driver from submerged car at New Smyrna Beach boat ramp
Two Good Samaritans are being credited with rescuing a driver moments before his car became fully submerged at a boat ramp in New Smyrna Beach, fire officials said.
Two Good Samaritans are being credited with rescuing a driver moments before his car became fully submerged at a boat ramp in New Smyrna Beach, fire officials said.
US Marshals Service arrest teen wanted in DeLand double teen shooting deaths
U.S. Marshals have arrested a 17-year-old boy wanted in connection to the deaths of two teenagers who were found shot and abandoned in an industrial lot last week in downtown DeLand.
U.S. Marshals have arrested a 17-year-old boy wanted in connection to the deaths of two teenagers who were found shot and abandoned in an industrial lot last week in downtown DeLand.
Deland police update on double homicide arrest: Full press conference
The DeLand Police Department shares an update following the arrest of a 17-year-old in connection to the shooting deaths of two teenagers-- aged 18 & 19 -- in downtown DeLand.
The DeLand Police Department shares an update following the arrest of a 17-year-old in connection to the shooting deaths of two teenagers-- aged 18 & 19 -- in downtown DeLand.