Deputies seek information on drug-related killing in Mount Dora
The man, identified as 27-year-old Tevin Williams, was pronounced deceased at the scene by responding paramedics.
Florida Dept. of Corrections investigates use of force in inmate's death at Lake Correctional Institution
The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) is investigating after an inmate died while in custody.
100 positive cases of COVID-19 reported at Central Florida jail
The jail said that 85 inmates and six employees are confirmed to have the virus. The identity of the other positive cases has not yet been confirmed.
Commissioners to ask Florida to move statue of Confederate general somewhere else
Lake County residents have spoken out against the Confederate statue for years and many of them attended Tuesday’s meeting.
Sheriff's Office training deputies for tense situations
George Floyd's death struck a chord with law enforcement officers around the country. In Central Florida, one agency is stepping up training to help officers to be more aware and sensitive.
World's largest drive-in movie theater coming to Central Florida
The complex is expected to take three years to build.
New push to stop statue of Confederate General from coming to Florida county
Pastor Mike Watkins has been one of the main people speaking out against the statue.
Protests over statue relocation to Lake County
Some Lake County residents are protesting plans to relocate the statue of Confederate General Kirby Smith to a local museum.
Protesters gather for peaceful assembly in Clermont
Protesters gathered at Clermont City Hall early Wednesday evening, listening to speakers during what was a peaceful assembly.
Protesters gather for peaceful assembly in Clermont
Protesters gathered at Clermont City Hall early Wednesday evening, listening to speakers during what was a peaceful assembly.
Protesters gather for peaceful assembly in Clermont
Protesters gathered at Clermont City Hall early Wednesday evening, listening to speakers during what was a peaceful assembly.
Protests held at Clermont City Hal
Protesters in Lake County gathered at the Clermont City Hall early Wednesday evening, ahead of a 10 p.m. countywide curfew. The demonstrations have been peaceful, according to authorities.
'It was disturbing': Central Florida law enforcement officer speaks out about George Floyd's death
“I wear two hats. I’m a black man and I’m a law enforcement officer," Lake County Sheriff's Office Sergeant Jones told FOX 35 Orlando when speaking about the death of George Floyd.
Florida representative warns protesters that AR-15 rifles will be 'a very common sight'
One Florida Representative is warning protesters that if they come near Lake County, an AR-15 will be a very common sight.
Deputies investigate murder-suicide
Deputies with the Lake County Sheriff's Office are investigating a murder-suicide in Fruitland Park.
State campgrounds reopen in time for Memorial Day weekend
State campgrounds opened this week.
Lake County facing shortage of poll workers
Lake County’s elections supervisor says there is a shortage of poll workers. It takes about 900 workers to run the polls. Right now, the county is down about 350.
Sheriff: Florida deputies bust 79-year-old man with $2.3 million worth of marijuana
Detectives say they ended up seizing over 300 pounds of processed marijuana, 2 firearms, cultivation equipment, and 767 large marijuana plants.
Flea market graduation set for Mount Dora High School
With classrooms closed and graduations on hold, some are getting creative to celebrate the milestone. Renninger's Flea Market in Mount Dora is holding a drive-in ceremony for graduating seniors in its massive parking lot.
Renninger's Flea Market graduation
With classrooms closed and graduations on hold, some are getting creative to celebrate the milestone. Renninger's Flea Market in Mount Dora is holding a "drive-in" ceremony for graduating seniors in its massive parking lot.