Is lightning damage covered by insurance? Strike sparks fire that destroys Seminole County home
A home in Seminole County was destroyed after it was struck by lightning late Monday night, sparking a massive fire that left the structure with its roof collapsed and neighbors shaken.
Lightning strike sparks massive house fire in Sanford
Authorities believe a lightning strike ignited a devastating fire at a home in the Buckingham Estates neighborhood of Sanford on Tuesday evening, destroying the residence but leaving its occupants unharmed.
Amtrak train leaving Sanford delayed in North Carolina due to mechanical issues
An Amtrak Auto Train carrying 465 passengers was temporarily stopped near Rocky Mount, North Carolina, on Thursday, May 22, due to mechanical issues, Amtrak officials confirmed.
2 Sanford police officers resign following mishandled hostage response, chief says
Two Sanford Police officers have stepped down following an internal investigation into the department’s delayed response to a 2024 hostage situation at a local gas station, where a woman was held at knifepoint in a bathroom.
Sanford pastor accused of sex crimes denied bond after arrest in Virginia
A Seminole County pastor, Yyersson David Solarte Basto, has been jailed without bond after being extradited from Virginia on child sex abuse charges.
7 Seminole High School flag football players earn college scholarships
Seven senior girls at Seminole High School have earned college athletic scholarships for flag football, a sport that’s only been at the school for two years and was new to all of them.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sanford water upgrades spark customer billing confusion
FOX 35 News has been reporting on the City of Sanford changing out its water meters – and the issues with customers’ bills that have come with that.
Nationwide 'Hands Off' protests underway
Nationwide "Hands Off" protests are taking place as people rally against the Trump administration this weekend. The movement calls on lawmakers to protect basic rights and social services. Their message is "enough is enough."
Brewlando now open in Sanford
A new Brewlando location is now open in Sanford. FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the brewery, which is fully women-owned and doing exceptionally well.
2025 Sanford Historic Garden Show
FOX 35's David Martin heads over to Sanford for the 2025 Historic Garden Show, which is taking place on Saturday. The event will feature an artisan vendor market, local gardening and wildlife educators, plein air artists, and a tea lunch.
Seminole County weighs new airport toll road amid eminent domain concerns from residents
Seminole County is proposing a toll road to connect State Road 417 with Orlando Sanford International Airport, aiming to reduce traffic on local streets.