Speeders in Titusville school zones to be fined $100 come Monday
Read full article: Speeders in Titusville school zones to be fined $100 come MondayIn Titusville, a 60-day warning period for those speeding in a school zone during school hours is coming to an end next week. Police have been using cameras to catch drivers with a heavy foot.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: Turkey Lake’s new ramp is a game changer
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: Turkey Lake’s new ramp is a game changerWe’re taking a drive through an area that used to make just about every trooper cringe when a crash call came out, Sand Lake Road and Turkey Lake Road.
Neighbors push for safety changes at Orlando intersection after traffic study camera appears
Read full article: Neighbors push for safety changes at Orlando intersection after traffic study camera appearsNeighbors say speeding drivers and cut-through traffic have made the area dangerous for pedestrians, especially families and children walking to nearby schools.
New data shows Silver Star and Hiawassee among Pine Hills crash hotspots
Read full article: New data shows Silver Star and Hiawassee among Pine Hills crash hotspotsNeighbors met to call for roadway and pedestrian improvements after an Orange County study detailed crash trends on Silver Star Road and Hiawassee Road.
Apopka police search for driver in hit-and-run that left man critically injured
Read full article: Apopka police search for driver in hit-and-run that left man critically injuredPolice in Apopka are searching for a hit-and-run driver after a 43-year-old man was critically injured while crossing Orange Blossom Trail.
Video shows Orange County deputy running driver off road near Walt Disney World
Read full article: Video shows Orange County deputy running driver off road near Walt Disney WorldOn Tuesday, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office told News 6 that this incident is under review by its Professional Standards Division.
‘They use it like a raceway:’ DeBary residents demand safer streets
Read full article: ‘They use it like a raceway:’ DeBary residents demand safer streetsResidents along Azalea Drive in DeBary are calling for safety improvements, saying ongoing speeding and reckless driving have made the roadway increasingly dangerous for both drivers and pedestrians.
Florida governor accelerates I-95 interchange upgrade in Ormond Beach
Read full article: Florida governor accelerates I-95 interchange upgrade in Ormond BeachFlorida’s governor visited Volusia County on Thursday to announce a major upgrade to a long-awaited interchange project — and revealed construction will begin years ahead of schedule.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: The little things behind the wheel that make a big difference
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: The little things behind the wheel that make a big differenceWe’re keeping it simple — but don’t let that fool you. Sometimes it’s the smallest things behind the wheel that matter the most. From seatbelts to sticker placement, a quick refresher that could save you more than just a ticket.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: Paws for Peace Walk marks 15 years of hope, healing, and community
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: Paws for Peace Walk marks 15 years of hope, healing, and communityAt Harbor House of Central Florida, family members have a safe place to go, right alongside their pets.
Fatal crash involving semi shuts down I-95 northbound in Melbourne, FHP says
Read full article: Fatal crash involving semi shuts down I-95 northbound in Melbourne, FHP saysThe crash occurred around 6 a.m. near mile marker 191 in Melbourne. A roadblock is in place, and northbound traffic is being directed to the Wickham Road exit.
1 dead after crash involving semi on I-95 in Melbourne, FHP says
Read full article: 1 dead after crash involving semi on I-95 in Melbourne, FHP saysThe crash occurred around 6 a.m. near mile marker 191 in Melbourne. A roadblock is in place, and northbound traffic is being directed to the Wickham Road exit.
Orlando Leu Gardens plan draws pushback over park changes
Read full article: Orlando Leu Gardens plan draws pushback over park changesA proposed master plan to modernize Orlando's Leu Gardens is facing opposition from nearby residents concerned about increased traffic, noise, and commercial activity. The plan includes a new visitor center, lakefront dining and retail, an outdoor pavilion, a children's garden, and expanded parking. Some neighbors fear these changes will alter the garden's peaceful character and shift its focus away from horticulture toward profit-driven activities. The plan remains conceptual, with public feedback being sought at a community meeting before any final decisions are made.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Rollover crash shuts down I-4 westbound in downtown Orlando, police say
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Rollover crash shuts down I-4 westbound in downtown Orlando, police sayThe crash happened near mile marker 83, not far from the Colonial Drive exit. Firefighters said two people were taken to the hospital with serious injuries.
Here’s how Florida ‘Super Speeder’ cases are resolved after arrests
Read full article: Here’s how Florida ‘Super Speeder’ cases are resolved after arrestsNearly 10 months after Florida’s “Super Speeder” law took effect, court records reviewed by News 6 show outcomes for accused drivers have ranged from additional jail time and fines to at least one jury acquittal.
No charges filed against 6 arrested for chalking Pulse memorial crosswalk, state attorney says
Read full article: No charges filed against 6 arrested for chalking Pulse memorial crosswalk, state attorney saysEarlier this month, News 6 reported that the defense attorney representing two people who were arrested for covering the crosswalk outside Pulse in chalk has yet to learn whether his clients will face formal charges.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Eastbound SR-436 reopens after crash involving pedestrian in Altamonte Springs, police say
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Eastbound SR-436 reopens after crash involving pedestrian in Altamonte Springs, police sayOfficers responded to the scene of the crash at Westmonte Drive and State Road 436 near the Chick-fil-A.
Pine Hills Road sewer project nears finish as resurfacing set to begin
Read full article: Pine Hills Road sewer project nears finish as resurfacing set to beginOrange County’s septic-to-sewer work on Pine Hills Road is entering its final stage, with resurfacing expected to last about three weeks, though additional roadway improvements remain underway.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: Valencia College honors 10 fallen officers who once trained in its halls
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: Valencia College honors 10 fallen officers who once trained in its hallsThe Valencia College Criminal Justice Training Center hosted its own memorial service, honoring former recruits who trained in their program and later lost their lives in the line of duty. Over the years, 10 of their own have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving right here in our
Chaos erupts on I-4 after erratic Central Florida driver smashes guardrail
Read full article: Chaos erupts on I-4 after erratic Central Florida driver smashes guardrailAccording to witnesses, the driver lost his front wheel before taking off, though he eventually drove through a construction barricade and got stuck in sand.
Family says Florida hit-and-run victim was a devoted father, demands justice amid ex-baseball player’s arrest
Read full article: Family says Florida hit-and-run victim was a devoted father, demands justice amid ex-baseball player’s arrestLoved ones of a truck driver killed in a chain-reaction crash on Interstate 75 earlier this week are grieving his loss and calling for justice following the arrest of an 18-year-old former minor league baseball player.
Minor league ballplayer from Cocoa arrested in fatal hit-and-run crash in Manatee County
Read full article: Minor league ballplayer from Cocoa arrested in fatal hit-and-run crash in Manatee CountyA former Atlanta Braves minor league baseball player from Cocoa is accused of causing a fatal crash on I-75 in Manatee County and fleeing the area. Jonathan Matos Morales, 18, was arrested Tuesday.
Dangerous Orange County intersection prompts urgent calls for safety fixes
Read full article: Dangerous Orange County intersection prompts urgent calls for safety fixesA viewer tip about a potentially dangerous intersection in Orlando’s Washington Park neighborhood has led to new action from Orange County officials — but also highlights ongoing confusion over who is responsible for the area.
Weeks-long road closure ahead as Apopka tackles expanding street collapse
Read full article: Weeks-long road closure ahead as Apopka tackles expanding street collapseApopka is spending $700,000 to repair a widening collapse on Wolf Creek Court, where residents say years of sinking ground could be getting worse.
Waymo expands driverless ride-hailing to all Orlando riders
Read full article: Waymo expands driverless ride-hailing to all Orlando ridersThe rollout marks a significant milestone for Central Florida, where driverless vehicles are now operating on public roads covering 60 square miles, including downtown Orlando and the tourism district.
Neighbors weigh in on 408 roadwork projects near Camping World Stadium
Read full article: Neighbors weigh in on 408 roadwork projects near Camping World StadiumThe Central Florida Expressway Authority is launching a major project to widen State Road 408 near Camping World Stadium, aiming to ease traffic congestion by adding an eastbound lane and reworking ramps around the Tampa Avenue interchange.
Suspected hit-and-run driver arrested after woman killed crossing US-27 in Leesburg, police say
Read full article: Suspected hit-and-run driver arrested after woman killed crossing US-27 in Leesburg, police sayAccording to Leesburg police, the woman was crossing U.S. 27 when she was hit by a gray Hyundai sedan that was traveling northbound on the highway.
Woman carrying infant fatally struck on SR-46 in Seminole County, FHP says
Read full article: Woman carrying infant fatally struck on SR-46 in Seminole County, FHP saysAccording to FHP, the woman was walking westbound in the westbound travel lane, carrying a car seat with an infant, when a pickup truck also traveling westbound struck her from behind.
Fight over toll road through Split Oak Forest continues as activists keep voicing concerns
Read full article: Fight over toll road through Split Oak Forest continues as activists keep voicing concernsOpponents of the proposed State Road 534 toll that would go through a part of Split Oak Forest are continuing to discuss their opposition to the project.
3-year-old struck, killed by reversing pickup truck in Ocala driveway, deputies say
Read full article: 3-year-old struck, killed by reversing pickup truck in Ocala driveway, deputies sayAccording to FHP, a pickup truck was backing out of the driveway when it struck the child, who was standing behind the vehicle.
Drivers spend nearly $600 a year in traffic, report ranks Orlando among nation’s worst
Read full article: Drivers spend nearly $600 a year in traffic, report ranks Orlando among nation’s worstA new INRIX report shows Orlando traffic is worsening, with major I-4 congestion continuing even as FDOT’s multibillion-dollar overhaul targets completion in 2031.
Florida truck safety crackdown pulls 176 drivers out of service
Read full article: Florida truck safety crackdown pulls 176 drivers out of serviceThe multi-agency operation led to dozens of arrests and immigration-related detentions while spotlighting dangerous equipment and licensing issues on Florida highways.
‘Young hoodlums:’ Gang of boys caught playing ‘real-life Frogger’ at Central Florida park
Read full article: ‘Young hoodlums:’ Gang of boys caught playing ‘real-life Frogger’ at Central Florida parkThe Flagler County Sheriff’s Office took to social media on Wednesday after a gang of 'young hoodlums' was caught engaging in mischief at a local park last week.
‘DAMN, BRO:’ Super Speeder caught street racing at 100mph in Ocoee, police say
Read full article: ‘DAMN, BRO:’ Super Speeder caught street racing at 100mph in Ocoee, police sayA driver was caught driving at 100mph last month, resulting in a charge under Florida’s “Super Speeder” law, according to the Ocoee Police Department.
Apopka man accused of reckless driving in crash that injured a motorcyclist in Hillsborough County
Read full article: Apopka man accused of reckless driving in crash that injured a motorcyclist in Hillsborough CountyAn Apopka man was arrested in Hillsborough County after allegedly driving recklessly and causing a crash with a motorcycle on I-4. Preston Nascimento, 22, was arrested on Saturday night on I-4 in the Plant City area.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: Orlando police officer skates for a cause
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: Orlando police officer skates for a causeAt the annual Guns N’ Hoses charity hockey event, law enforcement officers and firefighters trade their uniforms for jerseys and hit the ice, all in the name of giving back.
Oviedo OKs vehicle barrier system for outdoor events
Read full article: Oviedo OKs vehicle barrier system for outdoor eventsThe city of Oviedo approved a plan to increase safety at outdoor events. The 72-unit system would be manufactured by Advanced Security Technologies and has the capability of closing up to 10 lanes of traffic.
‘I hear someone yell, ‘train:’' Students recount fear after school bus collision
Read full article: ‘I hear someone yell, ‘train:’' Students recount fear after school bus collisionThe Sumter County School District superintendent said the train clipped the back of the bus, and the driver is no longer employed with the district.
What happens when a ‘super speeder’ is caught twice in Florida?
Read full article: What happens when a ‘super speeder’ is caught twice in Florida?Since Florida’s crackdown on ‘super speeders’ started in July, hundreds of people have been arrested all over Central Florida for driving dangerously fast. But what happens when a driver is caught going 100 mph or more — or 50 mph or more over the posted speed limit — twice?
I-4 eastbound reopens in Seminole County after deputies clear suspicious truck
Read full article: I-4 eastbound reopens in Seminole County after deputies clear suspicious truckLaw enforcement agencies in Seminole have reopened the eastbound lanes of I-4, after concerns about explosives in a truck on the interstate.
Game-day gridlock? Paramore neighbors speak out on Jaguars’ temporary move to Orlando
Read full article: Game-day gridlock? Paramore neighbors speak out on Jaguars’ temporary move to OrlandoNeighbors near Camping World Stadium say big events already clog streets — and they want the city’s traffic plan before the first kickoff.
Ask Trooper Steve: Is it legal to sleep in your car in Florida?
Read full article: Ask Trooper Steve: Is it legal to sleep in your car in Florida?If you’ve ever been driving late at night and felt your eyes getting heavy, you’ve probably asked yourself: Can I just pull over and sleep in my car? It’s a good question and in Florida, the answer is a little more complicated than you might think. Let’s start with the basics. There is no statewide law in Florida that makes it illegal to sleep in your car. So if you’re legally parked and simply catching a quick nap, you’re not automatically breaking the law.
4-year-old girl dies after being run over by SUV in Apopka driveway, FHP says
Read full article: 4-year-old girl dies after being run over by SUV in Apopka driveway, FHP saysThe girl was standing next to the right rear passenger door of a 2018 Chevrolet Traverse that was parked in the driveway near Robinson Avenue and 13th Street, according to an FHP report.
Crosswalk repaint in Orlando raises fresh cost questions as paint chips
Read full article: Crosswalk repaint in Orlando raises fresh cost questions as paint chipsBlack paint used to cover once-colorful crosswalks in downtown Orlando is already showing signs of wear, raising new questions about ongoing repainting efforts and costs tied to the project.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: Keeping traffic safe ahead of historic Artemis II launch
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: Keeping traffic safe ahead of historic Artemis II launchWe took a drive out to Titusville—one of the most popular viewing areas along the Space Coast—to focus on something just as important as the launch itself: traffic safety.
Ask Trooper Steve: Can you drive barefoot in Florida? Here’s the truth
Read full article: Ask Trooper Steve: Can you drive barefoot in Florida? Here’s the truthJust because something is legal doesn’t always mean it’s the safest option. From a safety standpoint, driving barefoot can create some real problems.
Westside Boulevard extension opens, offers new corridor for Four Corners congestion
Read full article: Westside Boulevard extension opens, offers new corridor for Four Corners congestionThe extension connects existing segments of Westside Boulevard and expands access to key regional corridors in Osceola County, providing a new alternative route to reduce congestion on roads like U.S. 27.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: Pints N Paws hits $1 million milestone in Sanford
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: Pints N Paws hits $1 million milestone in SanfordThis 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.
2 dead after car crashes into South Apopka home, catches fire
Read full article: 2 dead after car crashes into South Apopka home, catches fireTroopers said a speeding 2008 Honda Civic hit a utility pole, overturned and caught fire before crashing into a South Apopka house, killing the driver and passenger.
Britt Road in Lake County one step closer to being fully reopened
Read full article: Britt Road in Lake County one step closer to being fully reopenedA milestone achievement for a Britt Road in Lake County. Officials just signed the last legal document needed for a key drainage easement. Now, all that's needed it the approval of a water management district permit and FDOT permit. Then a contractor will be selected and work will begin and getting the road back open.
5-car ‘chain reaction’ crash blocks traffic on State Road 417 in Lake Mary
Read full article: 5-car ‘chain reaction’ crash blocks traffic on State Road 417 in Lake MaryFive vehicles suffered a “chain reaction crash” along State Road 417 on Thursday evening, blocking traffic along the highway, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Pints, Paws and a Purpose: Sanford Event Set to Hit $1 Million Milestone for Pet Rescues
Read full article: Pints, Paws and a Purpose: Sanford Event Set to Hit $1 Million Milestone for Pet RescuesOn 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.
Riding shotgun: Trooper Steve rides along with Casselberry police for real patrol shift
Read full article: Riding shotgun: Trooper Steve rides along with Casselberry police for real patrol shiftInstead of rolling around Central Florida in Results-1, I climbed into the passenger seat of a real, active patrol car with the Casselberry Police Department.
Motorcyclist killed in crash on State Road 50, troopers say
Read full article: Motorcyclist killed in crash on State Road 50, troopers sayA motorcyclist was killed after a Buick entered westbound lanes on State Road 50 near Taylor Creek Road and collided with a Suzuki, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Ask Trooper Steve: Do tow truck drivers get a pass on traffic laws?
Read full article: Ask Trooper Steve: Do tow truck drivers get a pass on traffic laws?Tow trucks are there to alert other drivers that something is happening, usually when a tow truck is stopped on the side of the road or working a scene.
2 signs, 2 meanings: Don’t guess at red lights
Read full article: 2 signs, 2 meanings: Don’t guess at red lightsI get questions all the time that seem simple on the surface, but when you dig into them, you realize a lot of drivers are guessing instead of knowing. This one came in for “Ask Trooper Steve,” and it’s a good one: what’s the difference between a “No Turn on Red” sign and a “Stop Here on Red” sign?
Cocoa Brightline station could get federal funding to start construction
Read full article: Cocoa Brightline station could get federal funding to start constructionAfter years of planning, the city of Cocoa says the money it needs to build Brevard County’s first Brightline station, which would be at US-1 and 528, could finally be secured within months.
DeLand weighing e-bike sidewalk ban, helmet rule for riders under 18
Read full article: DeLand weighing e-bike sidewalk ban, helmet rule for riders under 18City code already bars bicycles, scooters, and skateboards on downtown sidewalks, and commissioners are considering whether to explicitly add e-bikes to that list.