Local players earn college flag football scholarships
Six Seminole High School girls flag football team members recently received scholarships to play in college. The girls who received scholarships are: Mikazia Carmenatty, Justyce Knight, Aaliyah Bailey, Nakyla Simms, Shyla Fideum and Gianna Diaz. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish talks to the girls, as well as their coach, about the impact of the scholarships.
Families outraged after mementos removed from Oviedo cemetery
At least 4 families spoke with Fox 35 after they say their loved one's graves were cleared of sentimental mementos at Oviedo Methodist Cemetery in early May.
TikTok Chromebook challenge sparks Florida school warnings
Lake County Schools issued warnings to parents about the TikTok Challenge Wednesday. The district advised students and parents they could face severe consequences - including expulsion or criminal charges - if a student is caught doing the challenge on a district device.
Sanford pastor arrested in Virginia on child sex crime charges
A Sanford pastor has been arrested in Virginia on charges of sexually abusing two underage girls at a local church, police announced Thursday.
Teen shot in Sanford drive-by set to walk at graduation after year of recovery
One year after a drive-by shooting left her with a traumatic brain injury, a Sanford teenager is preparing to walk across the graduation stage — a milestone once thought impossible.
Sanford drive-by shooting: 4 suspects wanted; new video released
More than a year after a 17-year-old high school senior was shot in the head in a drive-by shooting while standing outside her home, Sanford police released new surveillance video showing the moment shots were fired.
Layla Bennett shooting: Sanford PD release new video
Sanford Police are looking for at least four people suspected in a drive-by shooting in April 29, 2024, that injured Layla Bennett. The shooting happened while Layla was outside her home on Scott Drive.
Oviedo Aquatic Center officially opens for the summer
The Oviedo Aquatic Center has officially opened for the summer. The city is kicking things off with a free water safety event featuring local vendors, swim lessons, information on joining the swim team and more.
Central Florida company developing sustainable, U.S.-sourced batteries
As reports of lithium-ion batteries overheating and catching fire continue to make headlines, a Central Florida company says it may have found a sustainable solution.
Cabana Live shooting: Florida teen sentenced to 10 years for firing into crowd at party venue, injuring 10
The teenager who open-fired inside a Sanford event venue and injured 10 people has been sentenced to 10 years in prison, exactly one year after the incident, according to new court records.
Longwood Police buy woman a new walker
In this segment of FOX 35 CareForce, we highlight Cpl. Pugh and Ofc. Camejo of the Longwood Police Department, who bought a brand-new walker for a local resident after hers went missing.
Florida woman uses bag of cookies to escape bear attack near home
A Florida woman and her little dog were charged by a bear while out for a walk in Sanford. With no time to think, Kristen Savage used a bag of cookies to save their lives.
Longwood man sentenced to 12 years for setting condo ablaze
A Florida man was sentenced to 12 years in prison and 15 years of probation for setting his Longwood condo on fire in January 2023 after a foreclosure dispute with his homeowners’ association.
Alligator comes knocking: Florida woman finds unexpected visitor at front door
A Florida woman discovered a massive alligator knocking at her front door, captured on her doorbell camera.
Special send-off for Seminole High School water polo teams
Just before 9 a.m. on Thursday, the girls and boys water polo teams at Seminole High School participated in a special send-off before leaving for the state competition in Miami. This is the second year in a row that both teams have made it to states final four. The girls are ranked No. 1 in the state and No. 1 in the nation with a record of 27-1. The boys record is 20-8, and they’re ranked fourth in Florida.
Teen boy on scooter hit by car in Lake Mary, officials say
A 15-year-old boy crossing the street on a scooter was hit by a car on Tuesday in Lake Mary, officials say.
Sanford city manager survives termination vote
Norton Bonaparte is the city manager. He's held the job since 2011. This week, Bonaparte survived a vote regarding possible termination.
Sanford man receives 5 concurrent life sentences in DUI crash that killed motorcyclist and good Samaritan
A Sanford man who killed a motorcyclist and a Good Samaritan during a drug-fueled crash in 2021 was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison.
Local dancers compete as USA National Hip Hop team
A group of young girls, mostly from Seminole County, are heading to represent the USA in the National Youth Hip Hop Division. The team is made up of mostly 12-to-14-year-old girls. The team will compete from April 23-25 at the Wide World Sports.
Altamonte police search for missing teen girl with autism
The Altamonte Springs Police Department (ASPD) is asking for the public's help in locating a 13-year-old girl with autism who went missing on Tuesday. Police say Rachael Scott was last seen around 5:15 p.m. in the area of Wymore Road in Seminole County. Anyone with information on Rachael's location is asked to call the ASPD at (407) 339-2441 or to dial 911.