Florida boy killed by dogs while petting them, owner to be charged, sheriff says: 'He never had a chance'
According to Sheriff Chitwood, the boy, identified as Michael, was riding bikes with his friends in the neighborhood when they stopped at the front entrance of the subdivision to pet the dogs.
Dogs attack, kill 8-year-old boy near DeLand, sheriff says: 'Tragedy beyond comprehension'
A dog attack has claimed the life of an 8-year-old boy, authorities with the Volusia County Sheriff's Office said.
Daytona Beach man arrested after being accused of impersonating a hotel security guard in Port St. Lucie
A Daytona Beach man was arrested after being accused of impersonating a hotel security guard in Port St. Lucie.
Man stabbed after firing gun at partygoer in Volusia County Sunday morning
Deputies are investigating a violent altercation that occurred early Sunday morning at a house party on Flamingo Road in Oak Hill, authorities said.
Great white shark pings off Florida beach 3 times in 1 day
A 1,400-pound, 13-foot great white shark named Breton is hanging out off our coast right now.
1,400-pound, 13-foot great white shark pings off Florida beach 3 times in 1 day, officials say
Officials said a 1,400-pound, 13-foot great white shark was pinged off a Florida beach three times in one day.
Police investigate shooting between Florida husband and wife
Detectives say a woman was hurt when her husband shot her and then himself in Volusia County.
Florida man dies after shooting wife, himself: police
Police said a Florida man has died after shooting his wife and then himself in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Florida boy, 11, arrested, put in handcuffs over false bomb threat on school bus, police say
An 11-year-old Florida boy was placed in handcuffs, loaded into a sheriff's office patrol vehicle, and walked into a jail cell after falsely claiming that another student on the bus had a bomb with him, according to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.
Student arrested after bomb threat on bus
A school bus was evacuated this morning after deputies say a student onboard made a bomb threat.
Former fire captain explains unique challenges of battling LA's wildfires
Nick Perricelli, a retired CAL Fire Captain with 37 years of experience, now lives in Volusia County, Florida, but his former engine is currently battling wildfires in Los Angeles.
Florida man arrested on sexual assault, battery charges, officials say
Florida police say they have arrested 40-year-old Jeremy Starliper on sexual assault and battery charges
Volusia County School Board chair steps down after controversial comments
Jessie Thompson, chair of the Volusia County School Board, is stepping down from her leadership role after facing backlash for criticizing students in her district.
I'm on a boat: Daytona Boat Show returns
The boat show is returning this weekend to Daytona International Speedway.
Edgewater approves year-long building moratorium to address flooding
The Edgewater City Council voted Tuesday night to enact a year-long building moratorium, halting new construction permits in response to residents’ concerns about flooding.
Abandoned sailboat removed from New Smyrna Beach
An abandoned sailboat that washed ashore in New Smyrna Beach has been removed, according to Volusia County officials.
Volusia County Schools employee arrested, accused of firing shots at Kentucky officers
An employee with Volusia County Schools was arrested after documents showed he allegedly fired shots at police officers in Kentucky.
Florida woman seeks help to rebuild life after losing husband, brother-in-law, home in fire
A Holly Hill woman not only lost her husband of 50 years and brother-in-law in a fire but also her livelihood.
Man accused of defrauding Florida couple out of $30K in solar panel scheme arrested
A man accused of defrauding an Ormond Beach couple out of more than $30,000 during the installation of solar panels at their home has been arrested, authorities said.
VIDEO: Florida man attacked by bear while trying to save his dog
A man was bitten by a black bear cub while attempting to break up a fight between the animal and his dog in Florida, authorities said.