Central Florida symphony working to rebuild following theft of instruments
Volusia Community Arts (VCA), formerly known as Volusia Community Symphony, is working to replace thousands of dollars worth of equipment following a theft several weeks ago.
FL man shoots gator attacking dog • 4 dead after planes collide in FL • FL Hibachi restaurant explosion
A Florida man shot an alligator who attacked his dog in their backyard, four people are dead after two planes collide over Lake Hartridge in Winter Haven, a teen was shot in the legs at an Orlando Sonic restaurant, two people were burned after an explosion at a Florida Hibachi restaurant, and a Florida man is accused of killing his girlfriend, burning her body, and trying to bury her: Here is FOX 35's Week in Review.
FHP warns of heavy smoke along I-4 due to wildfire in Volusia County
Firefighters are battling a wildfire in Volusia County that has prompted advisories for those traveling along Interstate 4 and U.S. Highway 92 between DeLand and Daytona Beach.
Sheriff: Boy found loaded handgun in nightstand before accidentally shooting self in Volusia County
A three-year-old boy who died after he mistakenly shot himself inside a home in DeLand on Wednesday found the gun inside a nightstand in the bedroom, Volusia County Sheriff Michael Chitwood said Thursday.
Historic Putnam Hotel in DeLand being demolished
The historic Putnam Hotel in DeLand is coming down. Crews began demolition on the century-old building after engineers said it was no longer structurally sound.
Stetson University student dies after being found unresponsive on campus, police say
Police said foul play is not suspected in the death of 21-year-old Kaleb Walker.
Skydiver injured after 'hard landing' in DeLand, police said
A 24-year-old skydiver experienced a “hard landing” on Monday morning and was transported to the hospital, according to the DeLand Police Department.
Central Florida man, 19, arrested on 30 counts of child porn possession, deputies say
Wesley Faircloth, 19 of DeLand, was arrested Friday and booked into jail on 30 counts of possession of a sexual performance by a child, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office.
WWII tugboat arrival in Central Florida delayed
A historic World War ll tugboat's arrival back home to Volusia County has been delayed.
DeLand man convicted after setting woman on fire, killing her at her home
A Florida man has been sentenced to life in prison after he poured gasoline on a woman's car causing her to catch on fire, killing her back in 2017
Florida man who suffered heart attack at Walmart thanks DeLand first responders for saving his life
A Florida man stopped by the DeLand Fire Department Tuesday to meet and personally thank the first responders who saved his life, officials said.
DeLand’s historic Putnam Hotel faces demolition after being deemed 'unsalvageable'
Built a century ago in 1923, The Putnam Hotel was the original first purchase by Henry A. DeLand. Now in 2023, a year that would have been a monumental one for the century-old building, its era may be coming to an end.
Florida community comes together to bring home historic World War II tugboat
A World War II tugboat will soon be on display in Volusia County following a massive effort to get it home.
'I want your money:' Robbery suspect posed as power worker before Florida home invasion
A home invasion suspect posed as a Florida power worker before robbing an 87-year-old man at his home. Deputies are searching for the suspect.
‘Turn yourself in:’ Mom of 25-year-old Florida man killed in wrong-way crash wants justice
The mom of one of the victims of a triple deadly crash in Volusia County said her son was loved by everyone he met.
FHP: Alleged wrong-way driver ran into woods, didn't call 911 for help after deadly crash
The search continues for an alleged wrong-way driver who crashed into a vehicle on Sunday in Volusia County – killing three people – and then ran into the woods, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
Florida couple loses $25,000 in 'Grandparents Scam': What to watch out for
An elderly couple in Central Florida was scammed out of $25,000 in what deputies are calling an elaborate ‘Grandparents Scam.’
Florida man crushed to death by large tree limb in DeLand
A 71-year-old Florida man was crushed to death by a large tree limb while cutting trees on Covey Hill Way in DeLand Monday morning, according to the sheriff's office.
DeLand Police start zero tolerance policy over traffic laws: Here's why
The DeLand Police Department has partnered up with the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office to crack down on crime. That new task force has stopped dozens of people in the past week alone.
21-year-old man dead, girlfriend injured in shooting in DeLand, police say
A man is dead and his girlfriend was injured in a double shooting in DeLand late Tuesday night.