911 caller receives award for help rescuing Flagler kidnapping victim from registered sex offender
Read full article: 911 caller receives award for help rescuing Flagler kidnapping victim from registered sex offenderFlagler County Sheriff Rick Staly presented an award to Cody Clark, who called deputies about suspicious activity along U.S. Highway 1 that led to arrest of a registered sex offender accused of kidnapping an 11-year-old boy.
Marion County schools invest $400K into weapon detection
Read full article: Marion County schools invest $400K into weapon detectionOver the past few weeks, News 6 has reported on multiple school threats and hoaxes across Central Florida. Now, one local school district says it’s taking steps to get ahead of the issue.
Former Daytona Beach officer arrested again, faces more drugs charges, sheriff says
Read full article: Former Daytona Beach officer arrested again, faces more drugs charges, sheriff saysA former Daytona Beach police officer who was arrested last week and released by a judge is back behind bars after being approached with new warrants, according to Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood.
COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: Which Central Florida neighborhoods will feel the freeze the most?
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Residents to raise more concerns over proposal to let rocket wastewater into Indian River Lagoon
Read full article: Residents to raise more concerns over proposal to let rocket wastewater into Indian River LagoonA concerned community hopes to stop a rocket company’s rocket wastewater from winding up in the Indian River Lagoon.
‘Im horrified:’ More Merritt Island neighbors speak against proposed LNG plant near homes
Read full article: ‘Im horrified:’ More Merritt Island neighbors speak against proposed LNG plant near homesA community continues fighting to keep a plant that would make fuel for rockets away from their neighborhood in Merritt Island.
911 caller receives award for help rescuing Flagler kidnapping victim from registered sex offender
Read full article: 911 caller receives award for help rescuing Flagler kidnapping victim from registered sex offenderFlagler County Sheriff Rick Staly presented an award to Cody Clark, who called deputies about suspicious activity along U.S. Highway 1 that led to arrest of a registered sex offender accused of kidnapping an 11-year-old boy.
‘Dirtbag:’ Missing Florida girl found out of state with Palm Coast man, deputies say
Read full article: ‘Dirtbag:’ Missing Florida girl found out of state with Palm Coast man, deputies sayAn 18-year-old man in Palm Coast was arrested after he was found with a missing Central Florida girl earlier this month, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
E-bike rider speaks out after hit-and-run suspect identified, arrested in Palm Coast
Read full article: E-bike rider speaks out after hit-and-run suspect identified, arrested in Palm CoastA 75-year-old man injured in a hit-and-run involving an e-bike is speaking out after Flagler County investigators say they identified and arrested the driver responsible.
‘A game-changer:’ Seized drug money helps Flagler County obtain sheriff’s helicopter
Read full article: ‘A game-changer:’ Seized drug money helps Flagler County obtain sheriff’s helicopterThe acquisition was made possible through a combination of seized drug money, year-end budget savings, and a generous donation from Dan Newlin, according to a news release.
Central Florida farmers taking extra steps to protect crops from freezing temperatures
Read full article: Central Florida farmers taking extra steps to protect crops from freezing temperaturesAt Amber Brooke Farms on Wednesday, workers were on the property to ensure the sprinklers ran throughout the night and into the early morning.
Custody dispute prompts false missing-child alert out of Lake County, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Custody dispute prompts false missing-child alert out of Lake County, sheriff’s office saysLake County sheriff’s officials who said that they were searching for an 11-year-old boy removed the alert within a couple hours and explained why.
Teens arrested in Lady Lake accused in recent burglaries, police say
Read full article: Teens arrested in Lady Lake accused in recent burglaries, police saySeveral teens who were arrested this week in Lady Lake are accused in separate cases involving store burglaries and attempted vehicle break-ins, according to police.
Marion County schools invest $400K into weapon detection
Read full article: Marion County schools invest $400K into weapon detectionOver the past few weeks, News 6 has reported on multiple school threats and hoaxes across Central Florida. Now, one local school district says it’s taking steps to get ahead of the issue.
‘Shortcut to jail:’ Florida motorcyclist clocked at 106 mph with child on back of bike, deputies say
Read full article: ‘Shortcut to jail:’ Florida motorcyclist clocked at 106 mph with child on back of bike, deputies sayDeputies say a motorcyclist was arrested in Marion County on allegations of traveling over 105 mph with a child as his passenger.
Family displaced after Marion County mobile home; no injuries reported
Read full article: Family displaced after Marion County mobile home; no injuries reportedA midday fire damaged a double‑wide mobile home in northeast Ocala on Monday, displacing a family of four but causing no injuries, according to Marion County Fire Rescue.
What to expect at Megacon Orlando 2026: cosplay, comics, celebrity meet-and-greets and after-hours fun
Read full article: What to expect at Megacon Orlando 2026: cosplay, comics, celebrity meet-and-greets and after-hours funMegacon Orlando is back March 19 to 22 with a star-studded lineup, cosplay grand finale and immersive fan experiences at the Orange County Convention Center.
Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe drives record Q4 earnings for Comcast
Read full article: Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe drives record Q4 earnings for ComcastUniversal Orlando isn’t operating at full capacity yet, but execs say the company has made significant strides in expanding ride throughput.
Man shot, killed neighbor in Orange County over loud music, deputies say
Read full article: Man shot, killed neighbor in Orange County over loud music, deputies sayA 32-year-old man is accused of shooting and killing his neighbor at an Orange County apartment complex over loud music/noise, according to the sheriff’s office.
Orange County tutoring, counseling center creates new program for teachers, students impacted by school closures
Read full article: Orange County tutoring, counseling center creates new program for teachers, students impacted by school closuresFor thousands of Orange County families, the school year has been ripped apart. Campuses shuttered, classrooms empty, and teachers left wondering what comes next.
Central Florida man caught in ‘sexual performance’ with vacuum, deputies say
Read full article: Central Florida man caught in ‘sexual performance’ with vacuum, deputies sayAn Oviedo man was taken into custody this week after deputies said he was spotted in a "sexual performance" with a vacuum cleaner.
Security guard arrested after fight with Osceola teen at juvenile detention facility, deputies say
Read full article: Security guard arrested after fight with Osceola teen at juvenile detention facility, deputies sayA security guard at the Kissimmee Youth Academy was arrested after a “physical altercation” with a 15-year-old juvenile housed at the facility, the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office said.
Osceola schools promises ‘appropriate action’ after crowded bus leaves students sitting on floor
Read full article: Osceola schools promises ‘appropriate action’ after crowded bus leaves students sitting on floorAn Osceola County mother says her 13-year-old son was put in an unsafe situation after multiple students were forced to sit on the floor of a school bus due to overcrowding.
Florida deputy removes ‘huge’ frogs from home after 911 caller says she’s ‘deathly afraid’
Read full article: Florida deputy removes ‘huge’ frogs from home after 911 caller says she’s ‘deathly afraid’A 911 caller asks for help getting a frog out of her house because she was "deathly afraid." A Florida deputy helped out!
Over 20 students hospitalized after ‘bit of odor’ at Central Florida school
Read full article: Over 20 students hospitalized after ‘bit of odor’ at Central Florida schoolOver 20 students were hospitalized after a gas detector went off at a Central Florida school on Friday, according to the police department.
Outrage over ICE agents during Florida Congressman Cory Mills Town Hall
Read full article: Outrage over ICE agents during Florida Congressman Cory Mills Town HallWhen News 6 arrived to the Brannon Center for Congressman Cory Mills’ Town Hall, we saw at least two dozen officers outside. Inside, Mills took pre-submitted questions, but the topic of ICE quickly overtook the discussion.
Central Florida man caught in ‘sexual performance’ with vacuum, deputies say
Read full article: Central Florida man caught in ‘sexual performance’ with vacuum, deputies sayAn Oviedo man was taken into custody this week after deputies said he was spotted in a "sexual performance" with a vacuum cleaner.
Long-awaited construction on former Rolling Hills golf course expected to begin this year
Read full article: Long-awaited construction on former Rolling Hills golf course expected to begin this yearMore than a decade since Rolling Hills Golf Club closed in the Longwood area, it looks like construction is finally about to begin to turn the old course into a community park.
Central Florida first responders prepare for surge in weather-related emergencies
Read full article: Central Florida first responders prepare for surge in weather-related emergenciesLt. Dave Williams said with the prolonged cold snap, Seminole County firefighters are expecting to see more calls for people exposed to the weather.
10-year-old boy missing from Lake Panasoffkee in Sumter County found safe, deputies say
Read full article: 10-year-old boy missing from Lake Panasoffkee in Sumter County found safe, deputies sayThe Sumter County Sheriff’s Office said a 10-year-old boy who disappeared on Monday morning has been “located safe.”
Volunteers needed for annual homeless count in Central Florida
Read full article: Volunteers needed for annual homeless count in Central FloridaThe groups that coordinate services for Central Florida’s homeless community need volunteers to take the annual census. Find out when the Point-In-Time Count is happening where you live, and help out.
Why you may want to run your pool overnight in Florida when it’s freezing
Read full article: Why you may want to run your pool overnight in Florida when it’s freezingPeople in some Central Florida counties may want to run their pool pumps overnight as temperatures fall below freezing. Here's what pool experts say to do.
Former Daytona Beach officer arrested again, faces more drugs charges, sheriff says
Read full article: Former Daytona Beach officer arrested again, faces more drugs charges, sheriff saysA former Daytona Beach police officer who was arrested last week and released by a judge is back behind bars after being approached with new warrants, according to Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood.
Florida wildlife officials investigate 101 reported vulture deaths at state park
Read full article: Florida wildlife officials investigate 101 reported vulture deaths at state parkThe Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating the reported deaths of dozens of vultures at Blue Spring State Park.
Outrage over ICE agents during Florida Congressman Cory Mills Town Hall
Read full article: Outrage over ICE agents during Florida Congressman Cory Mills Town HallWhen News 6 arrived to the Brannon Center for Congressman Cory Mills’ Town Hall, we saw at least two dozen officers outside. Inside, Mills took pre-submitted questions, but the topic of ICE quickly overtook the discussion.
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Man shot, killed neighbor in Orange County over loud music, deputies say
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Florida wildlife officials investigate 101 reported vulture deaths at state park
Read full article: Florida wildlife officials investigate 101 reported vulture deaths at state parkThe Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating the reported deaths of dozens of vultures at Blue Spring State Park.
There’s an idol hidden in Florida — and this may be the only chance to find it
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Orange County tutoring, counseling center creates new program for teachers, students impacted by school closures
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