Kissimmee mayor sworn in with focus on police

Jackie Espinosa was sworn in as Kissimmee's new mayor during a city council meeting on Tuesday. Mayor Espinosa says she is focused on addressing issues within the police department and rebuilding trust with the community.

Residents, commissioners clash over flooding

Heated debates erupted at a Volusia County commission meeting Tuesday as residents demanded action on a proposed moratorium on new construction, aimed at addressing widespread flooding issues caused by recent hurricanes.

Couple allegedly assaulted school resource officer

A Volusia County teacher and her husband were arrested Tuesday morning after authorities say they attacked a school resource officer during a meeting about their son’s behavior at Deltona Middle School.

Will halting development help flooding in Volusia County?

Will halting residential development in Volusia County help prevent flooding after tropical storms or hurricanes cross Florida? Several areas in Volusia County were hit hard after Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton impacted the area.

Ocoee liquor store hit by thieves, police say

Surveillance video captured the moment alleged thieves broke into a Florida liquor store and in minutes, stole several bottles of alcohol, damaging others in the process. It happened at Good Homes Liquors in Ocoee, Florida.

Rare white squirrel spotted on Space Coast

There has been a rare white squirrel sighting on Florida's Space Coast. Researchers say the unique color is extremely uncommon for the gray squirrel species, so it’s getting a lot of attention. Sightings of the white squirrel were reported on Pine Tree Drive in Indialantic this week.

Carbon monoxide possibly killed man, 2 dogs in Florida

A man and two dogs were found dead inside an apartment in Merritt Island, Florida, possibly due to carbon monoxide poisoning. Deputies said a generator was found inside the man's apartment, possibly being used after his power was shut off.

Florida deputy Taser fire trial: Day 2

A former Osceola County deputy is accused of culpable negligence after Tasing a suspect near a gas station, which ignited and caused severe burned to the suspect. Here is an update on the second day of trial.

Thieves caught on cam stealing bottles of liquor from store

Surveillance video captured the moment alleged thieves broke into a Florida liquor store and in minutes, stole several bottles of alcohol, damaging others in the process. It happened at Good Homes Liquors in Ocoee, Florida. Ocoee Police said they are investigating.

5-year-old drowns at park in Kissimmee, officials say

A 5-year-old boy with autism died earlier this week after he went missing and was found in a nearby pond at a park in Kissimmee, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said. It is the second drowning incident involving a child with autism this week in Central Florida.

Family mourns 4-year-old’s drowning

Friends and family gathered Monday in Ormond Beach to remember Waylon Childs, a 4-year-old boy with autism who was reported missing Sunday and later found dead overnight in a nearby pond.

Kids with autism more likely to become drowning victims

Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are significantly more likely to drown than their neurotypical peers, according to the University of Central Florida’s Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD).

Cruise company offering 4-year voyage

A Florida-based company is offering a unique way for people upset with the presidential election results to process their feelings — by setting sail on a world cruise.