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Burglars break car windows, steal from firefighters at 2 Seminole County stations
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. – Two Seminole County fire stations are now among five in Central Florida where a wave of car burglaries was reported over the weekend. The Seminole County Fire Department on Wednesday confirmed eight vehicle break-ins were reported early Sunday at Fire Station 12, with another four vehicle break-ins at Fire Station 14, both in Altamonte Springs.
Sanford teen dies in crash with tree on Reed Ellis Road in Volusia County
VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – A 17-year-old Sanford teen was killed when the Lexus he was driving crashed into a tree late Tuesday in Volusia County, the Florida Highway Patrol said. The fatal wreck happened around 10 p.m. on Reed Ellis Road near State Road 415. The FHP said the...
Family receives new home from Habitat for Humanity
This Fourth of July, there will be much to celebrate. Independence, freedom and, for one central Florida family, homeownership. This holiday will truly be a memorable one. Calesha Flores and her children will get to enjoy both if they want to, for the first time in their own home. "Words...
Sharks at theme parks: Where to celebrate Shark Week in Central Florida
ORLANDO, Fla. – Every year, shark appreciation comes to the surface and Shark Week isn’t limited to TV programming. This year, Shark Week kicks off on July 7 and several Central Florida theme parks offer limited and year-round experiences fit for the shark fin-atics. Discovery Cove. If you...
Sanford community activists come together to address youth violence
SANFORD, Fla. — In the wake of recent shootings involving teens, the Sanford community is determined to find solutions to the escalating violence. In the spring, someone fatally shot a 17-year-old boy during a drug deal gone wrong and another shooting at Cabana Live left 10 people with non-life-threatening injuries. In that incident, a 16-year-old boy was arrested and charged, according to authorities.
NWS Melbourne: Independence Day Forecast
East-Central Florida - Wednesday July 3, 2024: Another hot day with heat indices in the 100s is forecast. High temperatures in the lower to mid 90s and seasonably high humidity will result in heat index readings, or feels-like temperatures, from 102 to 107 degrees today. The chance for isolated showers...
Three contenders looking to fill Deltona District 1 commission seat
Deltona will almost certainly see a change in leadership with four of seven seats on the City Commission up for grabs this election season. One of those contested races is in District 1, currently represented by James "Davison" Heriot. The incumbent was appointed to the commission in February to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of former commissioner Tom Burbank.
Hot, sticky, muggy: Florida summer rolls on. Will storms strike on the 4th of July?
ORLANDO, Fla. – Temperatures are going to feel more like a 4th of July firecracker as we head into the holiday weekend, with highs climbing into the mid-90s across Central Florida. Combine the heat with the seasonably high humidity, and peak heat indices should reach 102-109 degrees. Although the...
City of Oviedo will hold 4th of July celebration this weekend
OVIEDO, Fla. — The city of Oviedo is getting ready for its big fireworks show on the 4th of July. This year, it's scheduled forSaturday, July 6 at the Oviedo Mall. Due to scheduling conflicts with the fireworks vendor, Oviedo City Council voted during a December meeting to hold the celebration on July 6 instead of June 29 or Friday, July 5. They held the fireworks show in 2023 on July 1.
Reward Increased in Homicide of Central Florida 7-Year-Old
The CrimeStoppers reward has been increased in homicide investigation of a Central Florida 7-year-old. Thursday, July 4th, is one year since the tragic death of 7-year-old Yitzian Torres Garcia, who was killed in a shooting on the Courtney Campbell Causeway between two groups who were arguing over jet skis before shots were fired. The child was an innocent bystander, and Tampa police said Garcia’s family was not involved in the argument that led to the shooting death.
Manhunt underway after driver's vehicle shot 5 times
Florida troopers are looking for whoever fired multiple shots at another driver in Deltona, hitting the vehicle at least five times. FHP said there appears to have been an incident between two drivers on the road, when one started shooting.
Winter Park Announces Upgrades to Lightning Detection System
A storm warning system for the city’s outdoor recreational areas is getting a hi-tech upgrade as the 2024 hurricane season kicks into gear. The Parks & Recreation Department recently expanded the city’s participation in the Thor Guard lightning detection system with enhanced capabilities and real-time access. Thor Guard...
New Florida law requires police ask certain questions to suspected domestic violence victims
About 200 people die from domestic violence in Florida each year, according to data from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. A new Florida law changes that. It requires law enforcement to ask a list of questions to the victim at any domestic violence call.
Did you get a SunPass text warning you about unpaid tolls? There's another a scam. What to do
If you received a text claiming to be from SunPass and warning you about unpaid tolls, don’t click on the link. It's another phishing scam. SunPass posted a warning on its website, warning customers the messages were not sent by SunPass and are a phishing scam targeting the public. ...
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