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COUNTY-BY-COUNTY GUIDE: Central Florida holiday events to get in the spirit this 2024 season
Read full article: COUNTY-BY-COUNTY GUIDE: Central Florida holiday events to get in the spirit this 2024 seasonFrom markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.
Charging lithium-ion battery may have caused Altamonte Springs house fire, owner says
Read full article: Charging lithium-ion battery may have caused Altamonte Springs house fire, owner saysA homeowner thought he got a great deal on a remote control car at a flea market. Now he thinks the lithium-ion battery may have caused a fire.
Missing child alert canceled after 10-year-old boy ‘located’ and ‘in good health’
Read full article: Missing child alert canceled after 10-year-old boy ‘located’ and ‘in good health’The Florida Department of Law Enforcement canceled a missing child alert after a 10-year-old boy last seen in Altamonte Springs was located and is safe.s.
Mini horse therapy: Getting off the farm and getting results
Read full article: Mini horse therapy: Getting off the farm and getting resultsIn hospitals, the sound of clip-clopping hooves is not something you expect to hear — but at AdventHealth in Altamonte Springs, it has become a welcome diversion.
Less humid, breezy in Central Florida while rising water levels cause concern. Here’s the weekend setup
Read full article: Less humid, breezy in Central Florida while rising water levels cause concern. Here’s the weekend setupAs Central Florida continues to deal with flood concerns, a cool and breezy weather pattern is providing some temporary relief. While the absence of rain is promising for those dealing with flood aftermaths, residents in affected areas are warned to remain prepared for further rises in water levels.
Falling trees take down power lines, sparking fire in Altamonte Springs during Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Falling trees take down power lines, sparking fire in Altamonte Springs during Hurricane MiltonSeminole County firefighters shared videos of burning power lines which went down in Altamonte Springs during Hurricane Milton.
Student injured after tree branch breaks school bus window in Seminole County, district says
Read full article: Student injured after tree branch breaks school bus window in Seminole County, district saysA student riding a school bus to Teague Middle School was injured after a tree branch broke through the bus window, according to a news release from Seminole County Public Schools.
Blown transformer leaves traffic stuck at Seminole County railroad crossings
Read full article: Blown transformer leaves traffic stuck at Seminole County railroad crossingsSeveral railroad crossings around Ronald Reagan Boulevard in Seminole County are impassable because the crossing arms are stuck in the down position.
Altamonte Springs teen reflects on being struck by lightning, thanks rescuers
Read full article: Altamonte Springs teen reflects on being struck by lightning, thanks rescuersSurveillance video captured the terrifying moments along New Hope Way, showing him on the ground after the bolt partially struck a nearby tree.
Student arrested, accused of bringing gun to Lake Brantley High School
Read full article: Student arrested, accused of bringing gun to Lake Brantley High SchoolA shelter-in-place Wednesday morning at Lake Brantley High School was lifted and a student was taken into custody after a gun was found on campus, according to school officials.
Tunnels to Towers draws hundreds to Altamonte Springs 5K honoring 9/11 first responders
Read full article: Tunnels to Towers draws hundreds to Altamonte Springs 5K honoring 9/11 first respondersTunnel to Towers held its annual 5K in Altamonte Springs as a way to honor and remember the legacy of those who lost their lives responding to the tragedies on 9/11.
Thousands heading to Cranes Roost Park in Altamonte Springs for Tunnel to Towers 5K
Read full article: Thousands heading to Cranes Roost Park in Altamonte Springs for Tunnel to Towers 5KThousands are expected to crowd into Cranes Roost Park this weekend for a race to honor the lives of first responders who lost their lives in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
‘Everything reminds me of him:’ Family of boy killed in Altamonte Springs apartment fire files lawsuit against complex
Read full article: ‘Everything reminds me of him:’ Family of boy killed in Altamonte Springs apartment fire files lawsuit against complexThe family of an 11-year-old boy who died earlier this year in an apartment fire in Altamonte Springs will announce a lawsuit against the complex where they lived.
REMINISCING: Central Florida teams in the Little League World Series
Read full article: REMINISCING: Central Florida teams in the Little League World SeriesOver the next two weeks, the Lake Mary All-Stars will try do what no team from Florida has ever done before: win the Little League World Series. But which teams came before?
Sandbag locations open in Central Florida ahead of days of tropical downpours
Read full article: Sandbag locations open in Central Florida ahead of days of tropical downpoursThere will be several sandbag locations available this weekend in Seminole County as a tropical wave near Florida threatens to bring heavy rain.
10 Central Florida Conn’s HomePlus locations to close after bankruptcy announcement
Read full article: 10 Central Florida Conn’s HomePlus locations to close after bankruptcy announcementConn’s HomePlus, a home goods store that has been around for 134 years, has filed for bankruptcy and will be closing nearly half of its 170 stores, according to CNN.
‘I won’t have books to read:’ 9-year-old’s plea helps save Altamonte Springs Library
Read full article: ‘I won’t have books to read:’ 9-year-old’s plea helps save Altamonte Springs LibraryAhead of the Altamonte Springs Library's closing, a 9-year-old contacted News 6 Chief Meteorologist Candace Campos for help.
After 6 decades, Altamonte Springs Library will check in its last book in September
Read full article: After 6 decades, Altamonte Springs Library will check in its last book in SeptemberThe City of Altamonte Springs announced this week that the library on Maitland Avenue will be closing its doors this year after more than six decades of service to the community.
Florida driver discusses his work helping Second Harvest Food Bank
Read full article: Florida driver discusses his work helping Second Harvest Food BankThere’s no shortage of stories over the last few years about the people who gather and give away food to those in need across Central Florida. But what about the drivers?
Scene clear after fatal crash snarls traffic near Lake Lotus Park in Altamonte Springs, police say
Read full article: Scene clear after fatal crash snarls traffic near Lake Lotus Park in Altamonte Springs, police sayA two-vehicle crash in Altamonte Springs killed one person and forced the closure of Maitland Boulevard outside Lake Lotus Park.
Florida ‘Hometown Heroes’ program opens door to homeownership. Here’s how it works
Read full article: Florida ‘Hometown Heroes’ program opens door to homeownership. Here’s how it worksIf you've been dreaming of buying a home, but can't swing the down payment, there's a program in Florida that's here to help.
This ‘haunted’ Florida house is full of secrets. But it’s running out of time
Read full article: This ‘haunted’ Florida house is full of secrets. But it’s running out of timeThe home — also known as the Bradlee-McIntyre House — is packing loads of odd stories. However, it could be in huge trouble without help.
Residents at troubled Orange County condos vote to recall board members
Read full article: Residents at troubled Orange County condos vote to recall board membersResidents at Regency Gardens Condominiums in Orange County were in fear of losing their homes. But after Tuesday’s meeting with the condo board, residents have a glimmer of hope.
17-year-old driver drags, kills Altamonte Springs man collecting trash, FHP says
Read full article: 17-year-old driver drags, kills Altamonte Springs man collecting trash, FHP saysAn Altamonte Springs man was struck by an SUV and dragged by it while he was collecting garbage at an apartment complex, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
UCF trustee among those busted in prostitution sting at Seminole parks
Read full article: UCF trustee among those busted in prostitution sting at Seminole parks“This operation was about repeated issues regarding people exposing their sexual organs and conducting lewd and indecent acts at the park,” one report reads.
Judge denies motion to vacate conviction of woman guilty in fatal Seminole County DUI crash after her death
Read full article: Judge denies motion to vacate conviction of woman guilty in fatal Seminole County DUI crash after her deathThe lawyers for a woman who died weeks before she was set to be sentenced in a 2019 DUI crash that killed a toddler are asking the court to vacate her conviction, according to a motion.
Central Florida artist teams up with Second Harvest for charity treasure hunt
Read full article: Central Florida artist teams up with Second Harvest for charity treasure huntI talked to local author and artist Bess Auer about her book and the charity efforts she’s tied in to benefit Second Harvest. Interesting side note: Auer is a gourd artist and you can find her works at The Mercantile in Altamonte Springs.
Orlando man accused of stealing over $100K in Best Buy merchandise during statewide spree
Read full article: Orlando man accused of stealing over $100K in Best Buy merchandise during statewide spreeAn Orlando man booked in Brevard County is accused of stealing some $118,413.45 in merchandise from Best Buy stores across the state in a crime spree lasting the better part of a year, according to investigators.
Woman convicted in Seminole County DUI crash that killed toddler dies ahead of sentencing
Read full article: Woman convicted in Seminole County DUI crash that killed toddler dies ahead of sentencingA woman convicted in a DUI crash that killed a toddler back in 2019 died before she was set to be sentenced, according to court documents.
👜Central Florida bingo event awards designer bags, supports charities
Read full article: 👜Central Florida bingo event awards designer bags, supports charitiesIt's an event that attracts hundreds for games of bingo. Winners get designer handbags with proceeds supporting Central Florida community service organizations and charities.
‘I need my gun back:’ Man accused of running from Casselberry gun range with stolen handgun
Read full article: ‘I need my gun back:’ Man accused of running from Casselberry gun range with stolen handgunPolice said they were called to the Shoot Straight gun shop and shooting range after the firearm was reported stolen on Tuesday.
Sentencing delayed in Seminole County for woman convicted of DUI manslaughter crash that killed toddler
Read full article: Sentencing delayed in Seminole County for woman convicted of DUI manslaughter crash that killed toddlerSentencing has been delayed for a woman convicted of driving under the influence and killing a toddler.
Video shows police try to clear apartments during deadly Altamonte Springs fire
Read full article: Video shows police try to clear apartments during deadly Altamonte Springs fireAs a community mourns the loss of a young boy killed in a fire, investigators are working to find out how this tragedy happened.
Woman denied punitive damages from AMC after 2018 shooting scare in Altamonte Springs
Read full article: Woman denied punitive damages from AMC after 2018 shooting scare in Altamonte SpringsA state appeals court Thursday rejected a woman’s attempt to seek punitive damages against the AMC movie-theater company after a 2018 incident in which gunshots in a parking lot caused moviegoers to rush from a theater.
Taylor Dayne among performers coming to 11th Annual Uptown Art Expo in Altamonte Springs
Read full article: Taylor Dayne among performers coming to 11th Annual Uptown Art Expo in Altamonte SpringsFree festival at Cranes Roost Park to feature 140 art and fine craft artists along with live musical performances
Central Florida walk raises money for breast cancer research, advocates regular mammograms
Read full article: Central Florida walk raises money for breast cancer research, advocates regular mammogramsHundreds of breast cancer survivors and supporters took part Saturday morning in the Orlando “MORE THAN PINK” walk, Susan G. Komen’s annual event that raises funds for breast cancer research.
What’s Florida Highway Patrol doing at the Mexico border? Here’s what we saw
Read full article: What’s Florida Highway Patrol doing at the Mexico border? Here’s what we sawNews 6 just returned from the Mexico border, where troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol were seen taking part in Operation Lone Star, an initiative launched by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott in 2021 to combat illegal immigration.
Man arrested after firing at front door with Altamonte Springs officers outside, police say
Read full article: Man arrested after firing at front door with Altamonte Springs officers outside, police sayA man arrested Friday night by Altamonte Springs police is accused of shooting out of his apartment and trying to kill an officer, according to a news release.
Your Florida Daily: Porsche crashes into backyard while fleeing police, documentary features mysterious death of hiker
Read full article: Your Florida Daily: Porsche crashes into backyard while fleeing police, documentary features mysterious death of hiker"They Called Him Mostly Harmless" documents the case of a man found dead inside a tent in Cypress National Reserve in 2018.
7-Eleven worker sentenced for robbing mini-mart chain locations in Central Florida
Read full article: 7-Eleven worker sentenced for robbing mini-mart chain locations in Central FloridaThe DOJ announced on Monday that the man had been involved in five separate armed robberies of 7-Eleven stores in Orange and Seminole counties.
WATCH: Bodycam footage released after rifle-wielding man shot, killed by Altamonte Springs officer
Read full article: WATCH: Bodycam footage released after rifle-wielding man shot, killed by Altamonte Springs officerThe Altamonte Springs Police Department released body-camera video on Saturday that shows officers shoot and kill a rifle-wielding man last week.
Altamonte Springs police looking for missing, endangered 39-year-old man
Read full article: Altamonte Springs police looking for missing, endangered 39-year-old manPolice are looking for a missing and endangered 39-year-old man that may be heading to Orlando or the Deltona area, according to the Altamonte Springs Police Department.
‘He is back:’ Rifle-wielding man went house-to-house before being fatally shot by Altamonte Springs officer
Read full article: ‘He is back:’ Rifle-wielding man went house-to-house before being fatally shot by Altamonte Springs officerDuring a news conference on Wednesday afternoon, police confirmed that Seckington had a mental illness and that his “erratic behavior” had been an ongoing issue in the neighborhood.
Large law enforcement presence in Seminole County as deputies seek ‘wanted subject’
Read full article: Large law enforcement presence in Seminole County as deputies seek ‘wanted subject’The Seminole County Sheriff’s Office says it was there to assist Eatonville police in making contact with a wanted subject.
Last-minute Christmas shopping? What your fellow shoppers are buying
Read full article: Last-minute Christmas shopping? What your fellow shoppers are buyingThe National Retail Federation estimates 142 million people will hit the shops for 'Super Saturday' to pick up last-minute gifts ahead of Christmas.
Strange roadside attractions found at this Florida home. Have you stopped by?
Read full article: Strange roadside attractions found at this Florida home. Have you stopped by?If you've ever driven through Altamonte Springs, there's a good chance you've driven right by this strange home without even noticing.
Florida congressman wants fiber optics crews held accountable after trail of broken sewer, sprinkler lines
Read full article: Florida congressman wants fiber optics crews held accountable after trail of broken sewer, sprinkler linesThe fallout from subcontractors with Colorado-based WIDEOPENWEST, or WOW!, has residents in Seminole and Orange counties more frustrated by the day.
Stories of hope and survival at 14th annual Walk-n-Roll-a-Thon
Read full article: Stories of hope and survival at 14th annual Walk-n-Roll-a-ThonStories of hope and survival were seen up close Saturday morning as more than two dozen people with life-changing injuries got to walk down the red carpet and showcase their progress.
Students learn math virtually as Seminole County schools suffer teacher shortage
Read full article: Students learn math virtually as Seminole County schools suffer teacher shortageThe teacher shortage continues to plague schools around the state of Florida. It's caused some students at Lake Brantley High School in Altamonte Springs to transition to an alternate learning method.
Arrest made in road rage shooting on I-4 ramp that killed Altamonte Springs man
Read full article: Arrest made in road rage shooting on I-4 ramp that killed Altamonte Springs manAn arrest has been made in a deadly road rage shooting on an I-4 off-ramp that killed an Altamonte Springs man, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Altamonte Springs man shot in road-rage incident on I-4 ramp dies, reward offered
Read full article: Altamonte Springs man shot in road-rage incident on I-4 ramp dies, reward offeredThe 58-year-old Altamonte Springs man who was shot in a road rage incident in Davenport died on Tuesday, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Altamonte Springs officer accused of taking off after nearly crashing into deputy’s cruiser
Read full article: Altamonte Springs officer accused of taking off after nearly crashing into deputy’s cruiserDuring a traffic stop, another car was seen speeding nearby, slamming on its brakes as it approached the deputies and nearly crashing into a patrol car, the affidavit shows.
Seminole County officials hope to find foster homes in animal cruelty case
Read full article: Seminole County officials hope to find foster homes in animal cruelty caseIt's been a week since dozens of animals were brought to the Seminole County shelter following an animal cruelty case out of Altamonte Springs.
‘Pungent odor:’ Woman arrested after dozens of animals found in cruel conditions at Florida home
Read full article: ‘Pungent odor:’ Woman arrested after dozens of animals found in cruel conditions at Florida homePolice said they recovered over two dozen animals from the property, though a shed in the backyard contained a large number of remains.