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Palm Bay considering new property tax hike to fund police, fire as city falls behind
PALM BAY, Fla. - Palm Bay is falling behind in public safety, so city leaders are considering a new property tax hike for homeowners. The new fees would help fund police and fire departments across the city. FOX 35 spoke with homeowners who say public safety is essential, but they’re...
Nesta responds to Smith's email
In case you haven't noticed, the Apopka City Council has had a tough month. Some might even call it dysfunctional. But at least one dustup between two commissioners may have reached its conclusion. Commissioner Nick Nesta, who Commissioner Alexander Smith called out in an email last month that accused him...
Incumbent Joe Villanella faces challenge from Jair Kessler in Ponce Inlet Town Council race
In addition to state and county elections, Ponce Inlet residents are also voting in a Town Council race this year. The primary is Aug. 20 when voters will decide whether incumbent Joe Villanella will continue to serve as their councilman, or if they want to give challenger Jair Kessler a chance at the job.
Volusia Gold & Diamond employee shot dead by suspect who is then shot by another employee
DAYTONA BEACH — An 83-year-old man shot and killed an employee during a dispute at Volusia Gold & Diamond in which another employee shot and wounded the assailant, police said. John Craiger has been charged with one count of first-degree murder and one count of attempted first-degree murder, according to a...
Daytona Tortugas notebook: Pitching staff among FSL best, Ricardo Cabrera remains steady
It’s Christmas in July and mascot Shelldon’s birthday this weekend at Jackie Robinson Ballpark. It’s also the Daytona Tortugas’ return from the All-Star Break. After four days off, the club hosts the Palm Beach Cardinals for a three-game set beginning at 6:35 p.m. Friday. Daytona won...
Fire-damaged home decaying into neighborhood eyesore in The Villages
A home that caught fire several months ago in The Villages has been purchased by a contractor who has left it untouched for months. The home is located at 3292 Sylewood Ave. in the Village of Charlotte. At the time of the blaze, the home was owned by Geraldine Mitchell....
Ready for the weekend? Check out these fun things to do in Volusia, Flagler
A tribute to one of Florida’s most beloved rock ‘n’ roll sons will kick-off this weekend’s round of beachfront concerts at the historic Daytona Bandshell. The music of Gainesville native Tom Petty will be showcased in a performance by the Wildflowers Petty tribute act at Friday’s edition of the “Sounds of Summer” concert...
Drowning of autistic toddler highlights deeper issue of recurring incidents in Florida
ORLANDO, Fla. - A little boy, missing for hours, was found dead Thursday afternoon in a body of water at the Sheraton Vistana Resort. Investigators say three-year-old Rakim Akbari, who was autistic, wandered off from his family and drowned. His mother confirmed to FOX 35 News the family was visiting...
Shocked by home prices? 6 of top 10 cities with fastest-growing home prices are in Florida
Six Florida cities are among the top 10 in the U.S. when it comes to the fastest-rising home prices. AgentAdvice, which describes itself "for agents, by agents and a real estate school and media company," analyzed Zillow data on median home listings between June 2019 and May 2024 in 200 of the most-populated metropolitan areas in America.
My Safe Florida Home Program Runs Out of Money
The Florida program that offered free home inspections and up to $10,000 for home improvements and upgrades has now run out of money. In less than two weeks, from July 1st through July 12th, the ‘My Safe Florida Home’ program churned through its allocated funding for 2024. The...
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