The Apopka City Council has approved Orlando’s deputy police chief as its own.

An Orlando man has been arrested after officers said he shot his ex-wife and tried to frame her for the act, according to the Apopka Police Department.

Wekiwa Springs State Park is rolling out a new reservation system in an effort to curb long lines and congestion, a move that has drawn mixed reactions from visitors.

Watering restrictions will start March 9 for residents and businesses in multiple counties to conserve water and maintain lawn and plant health.

Wednesday afternoon, the city commission gave their approval to a plan put together by Orange County to alleviate flooding around the Piedmont chain of lakes. It’s a job that the city expects will take hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars to complete.

Want to spend a day at Wekiwa Springs State Park? Soon you'll have to make reservations.

A Central Florida man who was diagnosed with stage four renal cell carcinoma is sharing his story on what helped him navigate the daunting diagnosis.

Transforming a 100-year-old chicken feed store into a food hall is not an easy task, but Ella Duke and her team took it on.

Heart Health Awareness Month is almost at an end, but Philip “Critter” Crider feels like he’s just getting started on life. Critter’s journey began with a simple shortness of breath that led to a life-altering discovery.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is set to invest $1 billion to combat the spread of bird flu to try to stabilize rising egg prices.

An Orange County Corrections officer is accused of choking and striking woman during an argument at a residence in Apopka, according to police.

Long time WKMG investigative reporter Mike Holfeld is back in the world of media as co-host of a NEWLY named podcast called "4th Monday."

City and county leaders are preparing for a critical meeting to discuss a short-term solution to persistent flooding at Border Lake. While both sides agree that action is needed, tensions are rising over what is driving the conversation.

State agencies investigating a massive fish kill in Lake Apopka say they've ruled out some possibilities but are still unsure what caused the incident.

Benisse Mervil, 69, has been reported missing out of Apopka and is considered endangered, according to police.

Four Keke's Breakfast Cafes have closed temporarily and two permanently in the Central Florida area, according to a spokesperson for the restaurant chain.

Decades of work and millions of dollars have gone into restoring Lake Apopka, but now hundreds of dead fish are showing up along the shoreline. Our News 6 team started receiving messages from residents concerned about the situation and set out Tuesday to see it for ourselves.

The ranking examines small towns across the nation, using FBI data to figure out which spots are the safest for potential movers.

The Republican-controlled Florida Legislature passed a bill Tuesday night aimed at curbing illegal immigration, sending the package to the desk of Gov. Ron DeSantis, who has derided the proposal for days.

In the days since an alleged drunk driver was arrested for killing a six-year-old boy who was riding his bike in an Apopka mobile home park, the residents of that community have grown increasingly vocal about safety concerns on their roads.

Nathan Tuck told News 6 he got a call from his attorney around 11 p.m. on Monday that President Donald Trump pardoned him and others for charges stemming from the attack on the US Capitol.

The Foundation for Orange County Public Schools has established a memorial fund in honor of the 6-year-old boy who was hit and killed while riding his bicycle in an Apopka mobile home park on Saturday.

The driver of a SUV faces DUI manslaughter charges after he struck and killed a 6-year-old boy on a bicycle on Saturday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A new food pantry opened in Apopka for residents in need.

After falling from his bike and suffering a traumatic head injury, a Central Florida boy has become an advocate for bike helmet safety.

The negotiations, which begin Tuesday and are not open to the public, involve the cities of Apopka, Ocoee, Windermere, Winter Garden and Winter Park.

In the heart of Apopka, Loaves and Fishes stands as a testament to the power of community and compassion.

A former police officer who stormed the U.S. Capitol with fellow members of the Proud Boys extremist group has been sentenced to 14 months in prison.

In a bustling classroom filled with the laughter and curiosity of preschoolers, something extraordinary is happening.

Apopka police are searching for a 19-year-old man reported missing and considered endangered.

My hotdog has a first name, it’s O-R-L-A-N-D-O, my hotdog has a – well, that’s it, I ran out of words – but you can run out and see a piece of Americana when the famous Wienermobile visits Central Florida this month.

Orange County Public Schools may swap school resource officers for guardians in some district buildings next school year.

Apopka police are searching for a woman who was reported missing and is considered endangered.

About a month ago, anchor Matt Austin and a team at News 6 set out on a mission to get results — in real time — for someone in need. We met Brittany Wedgewood. Her husband and their three daughters were dealing with damage from Hurricane Milton. The family lives in a mobile home, and after the storm hit water was getting into nearly every room through their leaking roof. Monday, we returned to see the repairs finally underway.

A 34-year-old woman faces several charges, including DUI manslaughter, two months after a crash that claimed the life of her 4-year-old daughter, according to the Apopka Police Department.

From markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.

It’s a tradition that offers a chance to connect with students, share the essence of our work, and inspire the next generation.

An 18-year-old man was killed in Orange County when his vehicle went off the road and struck a utility pole, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Deputies say a driver was clocked going 63 mph over the speed limit in Orange County.

A crash involving a big rig forced southbound lanes to shut down on State Road 429 in Apopka.

In a journey through 10 decades of voting rights, 103-year-old Lillie Mae King Harper from Plymouth, Florida made her way to polls in Apopka on Election Day.

On the last day for early voting in Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties, News 6 sent a crew out to the Apopka Community Center, where the line wrapped around the building and down Station Street.

We say “Getting Results” all the time, but this time we’re putting our skills to the test, finding and solving problems for our viewers in the same day.

Brittany Wedgewood, her husband and their three daughters are currently facing a struggle that’s all too common for families impacted by natural disasters

Apopka police are looking for a Ford Mustang that investigators say was involved in a hit-and-run crash in September. Not only that, but officers are also hoping to identify the tow truck that hauled the Ford away.

Flood waters in Apopka from Hurricane Milton were still paralyzing sections of road and invading people's properties the weekend after the storm.

While South Florida might have taken the top spot, Central Florida took second and third.

What started as a park cleanup project turned into neighbors helping neighbors clean up yard debris after Hurricane Helene.

One person died in a trailer fire in Orange County, according to fire rescue.

The roof of a home in Apopka toppled on Thursday evening as heavy winds blew through the area, just hours ahead of Hurricane Helene’s expected landfall in Florida.

All northbound lanes of State Road 429 were forced to close due to a crash, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.

Police announced that around 7 a.m., a threat was posted in the livestream’s chat, which prompted the school to be placed on hold.

Apopka High School was placed on a hold as firefighters investigated an odor in the gym, according to Principal Lyle Heinz.

Apopka police are searching for a missing woman.

A former Apopka High School science teacher has been sentenced to life in prison.

Apopka's "dog mayor" Asher, handler stop by Breakfast with Bridgett.

Over 20 years ago, Justin Lafavers was on the pitcher's mound in the biggest game of his young life. Now a married father of two and over 30 years old, Justin remembers.

Over 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?

In Apopka, a unique summer camp is making waves for its inclusive approach to serving children with behavioral, developmental, and physical disabilities.

Huge companies have been built on the idea of building a better mouse trap. This week’s News 6 Getting Results Award winner did just that.

Officials say two Orange County workers were injured when a scaffolding collapsed.

The Apopka fire chief announced he will retire in a few months after facing criticism in training and safety for the department.

Former Apopka High School Darter and now Philadelphia Eagle Jalen Carter returned to Central Florida to host his third annual free youth football camp.

This year’s Independence Day held a special meaning for several Orlando-area residents who were sworn in as the newest citizens of the United States.

Working outdoors in Central Florida is more than just exhausting, it's dangerous. Apopka has many farms that hire workers to be outdoors in extreme heat.

Facility will feature eight fully-fenced, solid surface courts, locker rooms, private event space and a fully loaded pro shop.

Police in Apopka say a man shot himself as they investigated an overdose call at an apartment complex.

Wyld Oaks, a massive mixed-use development that's taking shape off State Road 429, will bring a mix of housing, shopping, dining, entertainment, and hotels to Apopka's booming Kelly Park corridor.

In an incident report released on Tuesday, FWC officials said they received a call about an injured bear near Foxden Road.

The skeletal remains of a homicide victim found near Apopka in 1993 were recently identified and now, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office is one step closer to solving the 30-year-old cold case, according to detectives.

Neighbors on Rolling Green Drive near Apopka are staying alert after getting a scary reminder that anyone could be lurking in the night.

​It's a new era for high school athletics in Florida. Tuesday, the Florida High School Athletic Association unanimously voted to allow players to profit from their name, image and likeness, while maintaining their eligibility.

As the winds die down and the rain subsides, it’s tempting to think the worst is over once a storm has passed. However, the reality is often quite different.

Taylor Cale Mizelle, 45, was booked into the Orange County Jail.

Police are looking for a man who robbed an Apopka bank, according to a news release.

A marked police cruiser and an unmarked patrol car crashed into each other at an intersection in Orange County, troopers say.

A 26-year-old man was convicted this week of sexually abusing a child after police say he admitted to it during a job interview interview.

Apopka police are searching for a suspect who allegedly robbed the Fifth Third Bank on Rock Springs Road.

A small, single-engine airplane made an emergency landing on a sidewalk in Apopka on Wednesday afternoon, according to Apopka police and the Federal Aviation Administration.

Those workers say their health and lives are at risk because Florida state lawmakers have not passed any protections.

The city of Apopka is under a “state of water supply conservation."

Friday morning, Rhonda Jones woke up to a shocking sight, a large tree snapped, laying on top of both of her cars, crushing them and blocking her driveway.

In an arrest affidavit, police said that Kostyunin had drugged the boy with marijuana-laced chocolates and gave him wine while watching a movie about Elton John and “how he became gay.”

Hidden in one Central Florida neighborhood is an unusual-looking home: one that looks like a castle from the front.

Here are the results for the city races in Apopka.

You can call her a walking history book. Born and raised in Apopka, Francina Boykin said her mission is to continue educating about the historical events that have occurred right in our backyard.

A 19-year-old Apopka man died early Sunday when the car he was driving struck a concrete pole near Plymouth, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Apopka police responded to an intersection Saturday where they said a man was shot.

One of the cinnamon distributors is based in Apopka.

With concerns about the spread of measles in Florida, Apopka is announcing a vaccination initiative with several events happening around the city.

Apopka residents said that recently, they have seen more people experiencing homelessness in their neighborhoods.

This Black History Month and beyond, we continue to honor local trailblazers who have made a difference in their community.

It's the day of love, amor, amore -- however you like to put it. Regardless, the saying, "love is in the air," is more than just the name of a disco song from the '70s.

An Orange County man has been sentenced after being arrested and linked to a couple of gun store burglaries.

Local, state, and federal officials and community organizations came together to talk tackle violence against women at a summit Thursday in Apopka.

Work is now underway on a $1.2 billion development that's expected to transform the northwest corner of Orange County.

An Orange County woman accused of taking a person with disabilities to a facility that investigators said didn’t have a proper license has been arrested, according to Apopka police.

Are you a new pet owner? Here are some suggestions for naming your furry friend.

On Monday, students and visitors at Wekiva High School in Apopka will be welcomed by security screening devices.

The FHP says an Apopka police officer was hurt and another driver was critically injured in a crash in Orange County.