Brush fire west of New Smyrna Beach grows to over 300 acres, as crews work to contain flames
A 300-plus-acre brush fire in Volusia County, west of New Smyrna Beach near Samsula, is spreading, prompting a travel advisory.
Explosive device found during Florida traffic stop, no injuries reported: officials
A Florida driver was arrested Wednesday night after officials say they located a homemade explosive device during a traffic stop in New Smyrna Beach.
Volusia County cracks down as spring break crowds shift from Miami
Volusia County is bracing for an influx of spring breakers as stricter enforcement in Miami pushes crowds elsewhere.
New Smyrna Beach police crack down on safety ahead of Spring Break: What is a Special Event Zone?
Ahead of "Senior Skip Day" and Spring Break, the New Smyrna Beach Police Department is establishing a Special Event Zone, which allows for increased fines and higher penalties for those in violation of certain safety provisions.
Police investigating gas station shooting between 'familiar' rival motorcycle gangs in Volusia County
The New Smyrna Beach Police Department is actively investigating a gas station shooting between what they call "familiar" rival motorcycle gangs in Volusia County.
Florida boy, 14, arrested for shooting at roosters with BB gun in New Smyrna Beach, police say
A 14-year-old boy in Florida has been arrested, accused of shooting BBs at roosters in New Smyrna Beach, police said. It is the second child to be found with a gun in 24 hours and arrested.
New Smyrna Beach police warn teens after fighting, gun incident amid holiday crowds
A large crowd gathered on New Smyrna Beach for the Presidents Day holiday, leading to multiple fights and one teen being arrested for pulling out a gun during an altercation.
Former high school nurse re-arrested on additional charges involving minor in New Smyrna Beach
A former high school nurse has been re-arrested following a New Smyrna Beach Police Department (NSBPD) investigation into an inappropriate relationship he had with a student.
Former condo association president embezzled $1M over 10 years, deputies say
A former condominium owners' association president is accused of stealing $1 million over the course of a decade from the association, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office.
Pilot of American Airlines jet that crashed in Washington DC had Florida ties
One of the pilots of the passenger jet involved in a mid-air collision in Washington, D.C. was a native of New York but grew up in Florida, where he learned to fly planes, according to records and statements from those who knew him.
Florida woman dies after being hit by car while walking on sidewalk: police
Police said a Florida woman died Saturday after she was hit by a car while walking on the sidewalk.
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.
Owner of stranded sailboat on Florida beach says a deal in the works to surrender boat
The owner of a stranded sailboat sitting on New Smyrna Beach said he is working out an agreement with county officials to surrender the vessel.
Clock ticking for sailboat stranded on New Smyrna Beach
A sailboat stranded on the sands of New Smyrna Beach has become a local curiosity, leaving beachgoers wondering how it ended up there and what comes next.
Suspect in custody in connection to November New Smyrna gas station armed robbery
Yuniel Tamayo Gonzalez was arrested on Tuesday in connection to the armed robbery that happened at a New Smyrna gas station in November.
Arrest made in Thanksgiving Day drive-by shooting in New Smyrna Beach
A South Daytona man was arrested early Thanksgiving morning after a drive-by shooting on Sunset Drive left a garage door and parked vehicle riddled with bullet holes, according to police.
New Smyrna Beach Police need help identifying armed robbery suspect
New Smyrna Beach Police need the public's help in identifying a robbery suspect, according to the department's social media.
Engineers considering new 'living seawall' to protect Volusia County beaches
Researchers at Embry-Riddle University are working on something they’re calling a "living seawall."
Hurricane Helene forces couple to move wedding venue to Florida after devastating NC flooding
A Central Florida couple spent 14 months planning their dream wedding in the mountains of North Carolina. After Hurricane Helene, they had only 36 hours to plan it all again, in New Smyrna Beach.
Shark bites surfer 'Gnarly Charley' in New Smyrna Beach: 'I could just feel it go clamp'
New Smyrna Beach is living up to it's name of Shark Bite Capital of the world after another reported shark bite.