Florida woman ordered to fix concrete-filled drainage pipe within 10 days or face fines
A judge ruled Thursday that Diane Goglas, a Longwood resident who filled a neighborhood drainage pipe with concrete, has just 10 days to fix the issue or face fines.
Police officers turn sour situation into sweet success for young lemonade seller
Longwood police turned a potentially sour situation into a sunny one over the weekend after responding to a complaint about an “illegal lemonade stand.” Instead of shutting it down, officers ended up boosting the young entrepreneur’s sales.
Longwood neighborhood faces ongoing flooding due to blocked drain
A Longwood neighborhood has been grappling with persistent flooding throughout the summer, with standing water accumulating every time it rains.
Emergency management officials brace for flooding in Seminole County
Emergency management officials in Seminole County are preparing for potential floods as the Little Wekiva River fluctuates near a minor flood stage.
Family, pets rescued from burning home in Longwood
A family was rescued from a burning home on Adams Street in Longwood early Thursday morning after a fire broke out in an upstairs bedroom.
Longwood residents frustrated after extension given to woman accused of causing flooding
Residents in Longwood are expressing frustration over ongoing flooding issues, which they attribute to a neighbor who allegedly filled a storm drain with cement.
Florida woman faces lawsuit, code violation after filling storm drain with concrete, court records show
People living in the ShadowBay neighborhood of Longwood say this week marked the third time the streets have flooded like this in just the past few weeks. Now, one neighbor could wind up owing thousands of dollars because of it.
Fireworks spark house fire in Seminole County
Used fireworks are to blame for a house fire that displaced several residents at a Longwood home on the evening of the 4th of July, officials said.
Longwood residents forced to use sandbags due to storm water backup problems
A neighborhood in Longwood is dealing with a water drainage issues so bad, that the county has had to come in and drop off sandbags so residents have a means to protect their homes from damage.
Longwood neighborhood dealing with draining issue
Neighbors are blaming one homeowner for filling a storm water drain with concrete, forcing the water to back up. She says the water has been backed up for years, so she decided to take matters into her own hands.
More issues at Seminole Co. fire station
More issues have been detected at a Seminole County fire station emitting foul odors.
Retired SeaWorld Orlando pet performer among animals rescued in house fire, firefighters say
Seminole County firefighters rescued four animals, including a retired SeaWorld Orlando pet performer, from a house fire in Longwood on Saturday.
Winning lottery ticket worth $124K sold at Seminole County gas station
A winning lottery ticket worth nearly $124,000 was sold at a gas station in Seminole County, according to the Florida Lottery.
One person taken to hospital after gas leak at Longwood Elementary, firefighters say
One adult was taken to the hospital after a gas leak occurred in a kitchen at Longwood Elementary School, according to the Longwood Fire Department.
Longwood couple holds Autism inclusion walk
Longwood deputy mayor Matt Morgan and his wife Larissa joined FOX 35 on the late night news to talk about the 2nd annual walk for autism and inclusion happening this weekend.
Florida Crime Files: Man accused of making children beg for money under fake nonprofit
A Florida man is accused of making four Orlando children roam the streets to ask for money for a fake nonprofit, a Florida man allegedly assaulted a real estate agent minutes before an open house: Here's FOX 35's Florida Crime Files.
UCF student on long road to recovery after being hit by car: 'Every second counts'
Zrelak has a long road to recovery but is no stranger to hospitals. The two-time cancer survivor always pushes forward.
SunRail trains delayed, canceled after vehicle collision in Longwood, police say
SunRail says one of its trains was held up late Tuesday afternoon after a vehicle was struck by a train near the tracks in Longwood.
Central Florida businesses prepare for Super Bowl LVII
Restaurants and bars in central Florida are getting ready to host crowds of fans and one company in Brevard County will have its product showcased to more than 100 million people.
FDOT planning to open new I-4 rest stop in Sanford
A rest area along Interstate 4 in Longwood can only accommodate 30 semi-tractor trailer trucks. There is a plan to build a new location in Sanford with 132 spaces.