Lake County firefighter diagnosed with a brain tumor in the fight of his life
A Lake County firefighter is in the fight of his life and looking for help. On June 19, Blake Kocielko took the day off of work because he wasn’t feeling right. Later that day, he was rushed to the hospital.
Apopka police officer arrested for suspected DUI while driving his patrol vehicle, police say
A 25-year-old police officer who was arrested Monday evening on suspicion of driving under the influence told law enforcement during a traffic stop that he was on his way to work, according to a Lake County arrest affidavit.
FWC: Body of missing man Nicholas Kenley found on Lake Yale near Eustis
The body of a man who went missing while on the water over the weekend in Eustis was found Monday morning, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Authorities said the man, identified by FWC as Nicholas Kenley, was found dead at 7 a.m. on Lake Yale.
Dozens arrested in largest seizure of fentanyl in Lake County history, authorities say
Deputies uncover a nearly $300,000 drug trafficking operation and booked 27 people on drug-related charges, making this the largest fentanyl bust in Lake County history, reports say.
Florida man, accused of exposing himself to 2 girls, found hiding under boat dock in water
A Florida man, who was later found to be a registered sex offender, was arrested earlier this month for allegedly exposing himself to two girls at the Clermont Boat Ramp.
LISTEN: 911 call details moments after Florida man shot alleged home intruder
One suspect is still at large.
Florida homeowner shoots men attempting to break into home; one taken to hospital, police say
A Leesburg homeowner shot a would-be burglar who entered a residence on Flora View Lane Monday morning, according to police.
Homeowner shot attempted burglary suspect who entered Leesburg home
A homeowner in Leesburg shot a would-be burglar who entered a residence on Flora View Lane Monday morning, according to police.
Central Florida woman wins $1 million from lottery scratch-off ticket
A Lake County woman recently claimed a top prize of $1 million from a lottery scratch-off ticket, according to the Florida Lottery.
FHP: 4 dead, including 5-year-old girl, after SUV crashes into tree in Lake County
Four people, including a child, are dead following a single-vehicle crash in Lake County Wednesday, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Police searching for suspects who shot BB gun at people in Mount Dora
Police in Mount Dora are investigating after surveillance video reportedly captured a group of men shooting BBs at people milling around downtown Friday night.
Party in The Villages welcomes home all-female honor flight
Hundreds gathered outside American Legion Post 347 in The Villages to welcome home the all-female Veterans Honor Flight after its trip to Washington, D.C.
Florida Silver Alert canceled after missing Clermont man found safe
A Florida Silver Alert issued on Wednesday for a missing Clermont, Florida man has been canceled.
Owners want justice after they say dog attacked horses, killing 1 of them
Two horse owners in Lake County are furious after they say their animals were attacked by a neighbor's dogs. One miniature show horse was killed and the other was severely injured.
FHP: 21-year-old Leesburg woman dead after crash on SR-44 in Eustis
A 21-year-old Leesburg woman is dead after her pickup truck collided with another truck in Lake County Tuesday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Leesburg High School senior wins scholarship in memory of Groveland Four
Leesburg High School graduate Dencov Bryant II is the first recipient of the Shephard Memorial Rights Scholarship.
15-year-old student accused of bringing loaded gun to Mount Dora Middle School
A 15-year-old student at Mount Dora Middle School was arrested on Friday for allegedly bringing a loaded gun to school, according to an affidavit.
Large tree falls during Saturday storms, damaging homes, Leesburg Fire Rescue says
Damage is left behind in a Central Florida neighborhood after a large tree fell down during storms Saturday, fire and rescue said.
Oak Park Middle School teacher arrested, accused of sexual battery of a child
A teacher accused of sexual battery of a child was arrested Wednesday night, the Lake County Sheriff's Office said.
New Wekiva Parkway section opens between Lake, Seminole counties
A new parkway designed to alleviate traffic between Lake and Seminole counties will open Monday, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.