Deputy pursues suspect on e-bike, who allegedly shoots at officer before arrest
Deputies say a man led them on a chase through the streets of Tavares on an e-bike before allegedly firing a gunshot at a deputy's patrol car.
Officials in Mt. Dora seeking suspect following robbery at liquor store
Police said the robbery happened at Viva Liquor and that the suspect was clad in all black and a ski mask.
Vickie Lynn Williams: Woman competent to stand trial in deaths of Mount Dora couple
A woman accused of brutally killing an elderly couple on New Year's Eve 2022 inside their home in Mt. Dora, has been found competent to stand trial, according to court records.
Orlando Health to open new Lake Mary hospital in January
Orlando Health’s new hospital in Lake Mary is set to open in January, bringing expanded medical services to the area.
Tyrek Hill's mom remembers son killed in Orlando Halloween shooting: 'a gentle giant'
The mother of Tyrek Hill, one of two men shot and killed in a shooting in downtown Orlando during Halloween celebrations, remembered her as a loving, kind, “gentle giant.”
Live election results: Lake County races
Here are the Florida General Election results in Lake County, Nov. 5, 2024.
Wrong way driver leaves one dead, one injured in Lake County, Officials say
A Umatilla man is dead and another injured in a three-car crash in Lake County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The crash happened along State Road 44, west of Hammond Lane, just before midnight.
Lake County man sentenced to life in prison, over 20 counts of child sex offense charges
In Lake County, a 38-year-old man was found guilty and sentenced to life in prison after being charged with over 20 counts of child sex offenses.
Leesburg High School principal arrested on DUI charges, records show
The principal of Leesburg High School was arrested over the weekend on a DUI charge, according to Lake County Sheriff's Office jail records.
Drivers frustrated over damage to cars, alleging road construction on U.S. 27 to blame
James Martnick loves his car. He alleges the rocks along State Route 27 have obliterated his paint job, chewed up the bumper, and dented his doors. He also had to fix cracks in his windshield.
Kamala Harris sign raises concern in Virginia
A political campaign sign in Virginia has raised concerns among residents and prompted a response from the Loudoun County bomb squad.
Early voting begins in Central Florida with a few counties experiencing issues
The first day of early voting in Central Florida was marked by technical issues, as some county election websites crashed, sparking concerns about potential problems on Election Day.
Sinkhole in Mount Dora prompts officials to caution drivers
The sinkhole is in the area of the 1800 block of North Orange Avenue, according to police.
Tavares couple found dead in home; possible carbon monoxide poisoning from generator, officials says
A Central Florida couple was found dead inside their home at the Tiki Village Mobile Park, with police suspecting a generator as the cause.
Operation Blue Roof opens for Hurricane Milton recovery in Florida
The Florida Division of Emergency Management announced today that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville District, has launched Operation Blue Roof to help residents affected by Hurricane Milton.
Astor residents brace for record flooding as St. Johns River rises
Some Astor residents are bracing for more flooding, just two years after Hurricane Ian forced them from their homes. The St. Johns River is expected to reach "major flood stage" next week, leaving many on edge.
Florida plans to seek death penalty in Jamaria Sessions death
Florida prosecutors announced Monday that they plan to seek the death penalty against Tyshael Elise Martin in the brutal death of Jamaria Sessions. Police allege Tyschael beat and abused the 9-year-old girl, and let a dog visciously attack the girl. Jamaria Sessions died at the hospital. The girl's biological father, Lo Juan Sessions, has also been arrested in the girl's death.
2 arrested in shooting death of man at Leesburg gas station
Authorities have arrested two men in connected to the killing of an older man in his vehicle at a gas station in Leesburg, Florida, and are looking for a third suspect.
87-year-old man shot at Leesburg gas station dies, 2 suspects arrested, police say
Two out of three suspects arrested in Leesburg gas station shooting. 87-year-old victim died from his injuries.
Clermont residents evacuate mobile home community after flooding from Hurricane Milton
The Emerald Lake mobile home park was evacuated Sunday due to rising floodwaters after Hurricane Milton.