The owner and chef said the restaurant's last day will be on Friday, though she also teased there were other plans in the works.

Sanford police have released body camera footage from the night a man allegedly set fire to a Buddhist temple before speeding off and leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase through multiple counties.

The Seminole County school superintendent is urging parents to talk to their kids after two students at two different high schools were arrested Thursday, accused of having firearms on the campuses.

Goodwill has submitted an application to build a development at the former site of Flea World in Seminole County.

Strong storms are moving through Central Florida.

Williams said she is grateful to be back at her restaurant as the driver accused of hitting her faces DUI-related charges.

The shirts, priced at $35 in unisex sizes, are available at the Sanford Welcome Center in downtown Sanford.

Orlando and central Florida are set for another round of summer-like heat heading into the weekend, with forecast highs in the low to mid-90s and increased chances for scattered showers and thunderstorms.

The Pride host North Carolina and offer first-time fans free tickets.

Altamonte Springs is voting on a measure to keep its local gas tax funds, as Seminole County has asked other cities to help pay for a project that would link S.R. 417 to the Sanford airport.

Newly released security video captures the moment a man set fire to a Buddhist temple in Sanford before leading law enforcement on a high-speed pursuit across multiple counties.

A second sloth has died after being taken to a central Florida zoo for rehabilitation.

An Atlanta man is facing arson and burglary charges in connection to a fire at Wat Navaram Buddhist Temple in Sanford and led officers on a multi-county chase before being arrested.

The City of Sanford will vote on more than $500,000 in electrical repairs at its North Water Reclamation Facility.

Oviedo city leaders will discuss a request from Seminole County to pay toward a project that would connect State Road 417 to the Orlando Sanford International Airport.

According to the affidavit, the student said Da Silva stood behind her in the elevator and told her “he wanted to touch her” — then grabbed her from behind.

A woman says someone ripped out her driveway then took off, but she never hired anyone to do the job.

A man arrested for killing his ex’s new boyfriend will now spend the rest of his life behind bars, according to the State Attorney’s Office.

Following a two-week break, the Pride enter a tough seven-game stretch before another month-long pause.

Low humidity and windy conditions are raising the risk of fires across Florida. In Central Florida, officials warn that any fire that starts can spread quickly.

Amtrak train routes are running in and out of Florida again after large brush fires in the northeast part of the state forced their cancellation Monday.

Sanford commissioners are considering a request to pay toward the cost of the SR-417 extension to the Orlando Sanford International Airport.

Signs outside the former JOANN fabric store near Seminole Towne Center Mall in Sanford signal that a Diadem Pickleball Complex, or DPC, is “coming soon.”

The fan-favorite Caribbean-themed restaurant chain now has just over a dozen locations left nationwide.

Law enforcement agencies in Seminole have reopened the eastbound lanes of I-4, after concerns about explosives in a truck on the interstate.

Trooper Steve on Patrol got a firsthand look at one of the most physically demanding competitions in public safety during a preview of the inaugural All American Challenge & Training Camp.

Sanford officials temporarily closed Paw Park to treat a surge of tussock caterpillars after reports of skin irritation and concerns about pet safety, with plans to reopen the park Friday afternoon.

Celebrate the season with festive Easter fun, family adventures, and exciting events happening all across Central Florida.

A Sanford man is considered missing and endangered after he was last seen on Wednesday evening, according to the police department.

After city leaders in Sanford scrapped a major development in the downtown area, commissioners are once again discussing what could happen to the properties where the Heritage Park project was once planned.

This weekend’s Trooper Steve on Patrol took us to the heart of historic downtown Sanford, where the 14th annual Pints and Paws craft beer festival brought together thousands of people and plenty of four-legged friends—for a cause that continues to grow in a big way.

Sanford police said James Charles Caldwell was arrested after he slapped a protest sign onto the back of a woman’s head during a confrontation at the “No Kings” protest in downtown Sanford.

A group of neighbors who first reached out to our News 6 Neighborhood Network and then took their concerns to Sanford’s City Commission — got the result they wanted.

Three airports in Florida take part in a private security program.

From festivals and food to boats, cars, magic, and pups!

Rideshare and food delivery drivers are being offered relief.

Seminole County leaders begin long-awaited drainage project after years of flooding problems in the Midway community.

On today’s Trooper Steve on Patrol, I had the chance to roll through Sanford with Paul Williams, the founder of one of Central Florida’s most unique and impactful events: the 14th Annual Sanford Pints n’ Paws Craft Beer Festival.

Last week, eight more eateries across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.

After a heavy bout of flight delays, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has posed a question: why not let airports handle their own security screenings?

A Sanford man now faces over 1,000 years in prison after detectives raided his home last week, according to the Florida attorney general.

A fire broke out at the Zion Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Sanford early Wednesday morning.

Florida Attorney General struck out at a state representative for how she voted on a bill to crack down on sexual predators in the state.

A “career criminal” was put behind bars yet again after serving only two years in prison, according to Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly.

The final day for the Bahama Breeze restaurant located on Rinehart Road in Sanford was Sunday, March 15th, a representative with Darden Restaurants confirmed with News 6.

Storms and rain didn’t stop some cities from tying heat records

Two people were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after a shooting outside a Sanford barbershop near a Walmart on Orlando Drive, police said. Witness Natonia Smith said she heard two gunshots, then saw two young men struggle over a gun as she called 911 and recorded video. Police said the incident appears isolated and involved people who know each other.

Two people were injured after a shooting in front of a barbershop on Orlando Drive.

A Sanford family is leaning on their community after the local restaurant owner of Shantell’s Just Until Restaurant & Lounge, Shantell Williams, was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash during Bike Week in Daytona last week.

Will the record-breaking heat continue this week?

A recent report reveals that Florida is the top destination for fleeing NYC residents.

A popular Sanford tiki bar has declared that it will close for good next month.

A possible sinkhole shut down traffic in Sanford on Tuesday evening, according to the police department.

Some much-needed improvements could soon be underway for Sanford’s troubled wastewater treatment facility. At a meeting on Monday, commissioners will vote on funding to harden infrastructure against future hurricanes.

Neighbors in Sanford are pushing back against a proposal to build a gas station and convenience store near their homes. Plans submitted to the city of Sanford show where a 7-Eleven would be built near E. Lake Mary Boulevard and Skyway Drive.

Police announced that they’re searching for a “suspicious person” involved in an incident with two children over the weekend at a Sanford park.

Time is running out for Bahama Breeze in Florida.

A motorcyclist was hospitalized in critical condition as the driver accused of rear-ending them on Interstate 4 in Seminole County — with westbound lanes shut down for hours as a result — was arrested to face criminal charges including DUI, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Police in Sanford are investigating a shooting at the 7-Eleven on West 25th Street near West Airport Boulevard.

The state attorney’s office in Seminole County will not pursue charges against a stepfather seen on video hitting a young girl that Sanford police described as a “disturbing interaction.”

For decades now, myths have popped up about a small section of Interstate 4 in Central Florida. But the truth may be even stranger.

Commissioners in Seminole County are making more progress toward paving the way from State Road 417 to the Sanford airport.

Allegiant Air is launching a one-day only, Dollywood-themed flight this November from Central Florida.

We're hearing from the new owners of the Seminole Towne Center for the first time about their plans for the mall, bringing Costco to Sanford, and what comes next.

The city of Sanford is set to move forward with a plan to fund a new water treatment plant designed to rid drinking water of dangerous chemicals.

Central Florida is set to experience near-record warmth before a strong cold front brings showers, much colder air, and ongoing drought concerns.

A drug bust at a home in DeBary early Thursday morning yielded some major finds, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.

News 6 has obtained internal documents that show a teacher in Seminole County who was arrested this week on sex and drug charges had been warned before about her communication with students, and other actions during her time with the school district.

The Sanford Police Department took to Facebook on Tuesday afternoon to address a recent “disturbing” video that was posted online.

A SCPS teacher was arrested on allegations that she had an inappropriate relationship with a former student.

Repairs to the decorative arches in downtown Sanford are on hold after crews discovered the replacement brick didn’t match the original material, which is no longer made.

A 2‑year‑old died Saturday night after Sanford police found the toddler unresponsive in a retention pond near the Windchase Apartments, according to police.

A new bill would change where Florida drivers can use their golf carts in the state.

With the discussion around property tax cuts hitting a fever pitch in Florida, a new report shows which counties have imposed the highest levies statewide.

A Mount Dora High School football coach was arrested in Seminole County on an active warrant out of South Florida.

The Seminole County Fire Department is celebrating the opening of its newest fire station in the fast-growing area in the northwest section of the county.

Sheriff's officials say a man was fatally shot in a Seminole County neighborhood.

Darden Restaurants announced this week that the company will be doing away with all of its Bahama Breeze restaurants.

On today’s Trooper Steve on Patrol, we’re chasing down a viewer question that honestly made me say, “Yeah… that checks out.”

A bitter start this morning, with temperatures in the low to mid 20s across the area

I-4 is seeing some hefty delays, not because of congestion -- because of ICE!

On today’s Trooper Steve on Patrol, we took a drive through historic downtown Sanford, not just to enjoy the local shops, but to check out some construction concerns shared by small business owners.

It appears three new concrete speed tables and raised crosswalks that were put in the Celery Avenue area are already being removed.

The 2024 champions fell short in 2025, but the team has renewed sights set on getting back to the top.

Police said the individual was recorded on a security camera attempting to look into a home near the intersection of Laurel Avenue and 12th Street.

A former Sanford police officer and school resource officer faces multiple charges after allegedly engaging in inappropriate communications with a student while on duty.

Whether you’re craving seafood, shopping for your dream car, or taking the kids out for live music and festivities, there’s something here for everyone.

A former Sanford school resource officer has been jailed after police said he was caught engaging in “inappropriate conduct” with a 17-year-old student.

Two parents are facing serious child neglect charges after their 5-month-old twins were found severely malnourished and in critical condition at a Seminole County RV.

At a meeting on Monday night, the Commission will need to give its approval for the Sanford Police Department to use funds from an FDOT subgrant.

Security will be increased at Seminole County Public Schools after law enforcement officials receive several tips about a social media video.

Bus riders are preparing for transportation changes as most fixed routes for LYNX in Seminole County are coming to an end.

A new bill filed this week could redesignate 40 different roadways across the state after slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

The new year is expected to bring big changes to the Seminole Towne Center mall.

Hundreds of dead fish and several turtles were discovered in a pond being drained at a construction site in Seminole County, prompting concerns from nearby residents about environmental impacts and lingering odors.

A fatal crash is under investigation Thursday in Seminole County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The family of a woman who died in a crash on Interstate 95 in Volusia County the day after Christmas said they are devastated.

A crash along West 25th Street closed off a portion of the roadway on Tuesday night, according to the Sanford Police Department.

A second arrest was made in the November shooting that killed one person and injured another in Sanford, according to police.

With the discussion around property tax cuts hitting a fever pitch in Florida, a new report shows which counties have imposed the highest levies statewide.