On Tuesday, voters in the city of Edgewater will choose between two candidates to replace a councilman who resigned because he said his family and his business were getting harassed.

The contest between Republican Randy Fine and Democrat Joh Weil has drawn national attention and is being viewed by eyes across the nation as a test of President Donald Trump’s first two months in office. Polls in Flagler, Lake, Marion, Putnam, St. Johns and Volusia counties open Tuesday at 7 a.m.

A reckless driver caused a multi-vehicle crash that caused the South Causeway bridge in New Smyrna Beach to be closed for hours on Monday afternoon, according to a news release.

If you need help getting out of an abusive situation, you can find shelters and groups in almost every Central Florida county.

A woman was shot and killed in Deltona by her ex-husband, who led law enforcement on a chase into Flagler County before fatally shooting himself, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.

If you've seen them, you'd know them: they're Eastern lubber grasshoppers. Maybe the name doesn't sound familiar, but the look is distinct.

Belvedere Terminals is proposing a $75 million fuel storage facility for Palm Coast, situated off Peavey Grade and U.S. 1, near one of the city’s wastewater treatment plants.

A 54-year-old DeBary man riding a motorcycle in Volusia County was struck head-on by an SUV and later died, according to the sheriff's office.

News 6 loves to showcase hidden gems across Central Florida, and one of those gems is taking us back 139 years to "the house that hats built."

A three-day festival in Port Orange this weekend will highlight craft beer and “delicious cuisine” at Riverwalk Park.

Bringing pets to one of the beaches in Volusia County may soon come to an end.

Indian Harbour Beach, New Smyrna Beach and Melbourne are the latest cities to agree to have their police officers train with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

News 6's Erik Sandoval sheds some insight on the best local beaches that are dog-friendly.

News 6's Erik Sandoval sheds some insight on the best local beaches that are dog-friendly.

Second Harvest says the federal funding freeze has halted all CCC-funded orders for the USDA’s Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), resulting in the suspension of 28 tractor-trailer loads of food meant for the Central Florida food bank.

The special election between Republican Randy Fine and Democrat Josh Weil is set for April 1. Early voting is underway and runs through Saturday.

A 29-year-old man faces attempted murder charges after deputies said he dug a grave for a man he beat at a transient camp in the woods in Volusia County, according to a news release.

City leaders in Deltona are working to keep their community wild and natural.

A man in Volusia County is accused of assaulting an Uber Eats driver after refusing to show his ID for alcohol he ordered, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.

A school bus camera program to fine violators is under fire in Miami-Dade County by people claiming they are being accused of "bogus violations" -- including a Volusia County man who got a $225 fine, even though he says he wasn't even in Miami Beach.

A woman is suing the city of Holly Hill alleging the former police chief and others in the department of engaging in “routine and predatory acts in the workplace towards women for years,” according to court documents.

The excitement of spring break has settled down along Central Florida's coast as most students return to school.

New Smyrna Beach Police are setting up a special event zone this weekend for an unsanctioned “Meet for Toyota Truck” event.

Postal workers across the country will rally outside post offices on Sunday, nearly a month after President Donald Trump suggested he may try to take control of the independent agency and put it under the Commerce Department.

Election officials in Central Florida are making final preparations as early voting begins Saturday for the special election in Congressional District 6, which will determine who replaces Mike Waltz in the U.S. House of Representatives.

People have mixed feelings on this, but one thing that doesn’t change, you might need a backup if you can’t get a spot into the Wekiwa Springs this summer. Here are five of our favorite, lesser-known springs in the Central Florida area.

Bikers are hitting the streets of Volusia County this weekend to honor an 8-year-old boy who was killed by two dogs in DeLand.

Show to perform at Dr. Phillips Center in Orlando and Peabody Auditorium in Daytona Beach.

A man accused of killing a Daytona Beach couple during Bike Week in 2022 is asking that the death penalty be waived due in part to the alleged unavailability of witnesses to speak in his defense, court records show.

Election officials in Central Florida are making final preparations as early voting begins Saturday for the special election in Congressional District 6, which will determine who replaces Mike Waltz in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Officials say fire crews are protecting surrounding structures from a brush fire.

There is an issue of long lines at driver’s license offices in Florida, and officials say the problem may continue through 2027.

It's spring break, and many people are heading to the beach. However, lifeguards are waving red flags to warn everyone about strong rip currents.

A road in New Smyrna Beach was partially blocked after officers located “what appeared to be a homemade explosive device” during a traffic stop, according to police.

Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood joined the family of an 8-year-old boy killed in a DeLand dog attack to speak on behalf of a bill they hope can prevent such a tragedy from happening again.

A critical event is taking place in Daytona Beach, aimed at providing free dental care to thousands of Floridians who may not otherwise have access to it.

City leaders were supposed to approve the final plans for building new homes off Doyle Road, but they changed their minds and said voted against it.

A Port Orange man turned $30 into millions with a Florida Lottery scratch-off game he bought at a local Wawa.

With spring break underway, there is a high rip current risk for beachgoers along the Atlantic coast.

Sea turtle strandings in Brevard and Volusia counties have reached concerning levels this year.

The man was arrested after he was caught eating a pack of shrimp at a Publix store in The Villages, according to the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office.

The legislation would give adoption shelters a way to screen prospective pet owners, which could help improve the ability of these groups to find safe homes for animals.

Three people were taken to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle near Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach on Monday, according to a news release.

Volusia County beaches are bustling with activity as spring break draws large crowds, keeping law enforcement on high alert.

A 49-year-old Daytona Beach man riding a motorcycle in Volusia County was struck and killed by a pickup truck that was attempting to pass traffic ahead of it, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Two people were injured in a shooting near the boardwalk in Daytona Beach, according to police.

Photos from the scene taken by Daytona Shores Police Chief Mike Fowler show damage to the side of the firetruck as well as front-end damage to the white car.

As spring break kicks off for many school districts, New Smyrna Beach and Volusia County law enforcement are preparing for the annual influx of visitors.

A 70-year-old Alabama woman is recovering after she was struck by an e-bike while walking on the beach in Daytona, deputies said.

The Volusia Sheriff’s Office is asking locals with backgrounds similar to a 1982 French-Canadian “John Doe” to provide DNA samples in an attempt to identify him.

Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood’s warnings toward parents were demonstrated following the arrest of a 16-year-old accused of an alcohol violation.

Hundreds of high school seniors are flocking to the beach Thursday for “Senior Skip Day,” but this year, law enforcement is stepping in to keep things under control.

The city of Daytona Beach says it’s installed more security cameras along Main Street to broaden law enforcement’s ability to monitor crowds.

Let the festivities begin!

New Smyrna Beach police are implementing a "special event zone" ordinance for a "senior skip day." Learn where it's active and what could happen to rule breakers.

Over a dozen New Smyrna Beach homes are set to either be demolished and rebuilt or raised off the ground to meet emergency standards. This initiative is part of FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, which helps homeowners who have been flooded.

Two students from a Volusia County high school were arrested Tuesday morning after they threatened to kill a student in a group chat, the Volusia’s Sheriff’s Office said in a social media post.

Officials say a Volusia County school staff member has been arrested on allegations of having inappropriate interactions with a minor.

We’re tracking a line of storms moving in from the Gulf ahead of another front that is forecast to arrive late Monday morning and into the afternoon.

A 74-year-old Ormond Beach woman was killed and two other people suffered serious injuries in a head-on crash in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A 40-year-old man died on Friday after a truck he was working under rolled off its ramps and on top of him, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.

A 41-year-old man was arrested after a shooting “between rival motorcycle gangs” that injured two on Saturday, according to the New Smyrna Beach Police Department.

A small plane which experienced engine failure en route to an airport in Volusia County was landed along International Speedway Boulevard, according to the sheriff's office.

A seizure ended with a crash that left the driver in critical condition on Friday afternoon, according to the Melbourne Police Department.

Law enforcement officers across Florida may soon receive new training from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Police say a 71-year-old Port Orange man has died in a Bike Week crash.

A state Senate bill gaining momentum in Florida aims to increase the punishment for those convicted of manslaughter against a police officer.

A crash involving a tractor-trailer forced all northbound lanes of Interstate 95 to shut down in Daytona Beach, according to firefighters.

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

A 79-year-old Melbourne man sparked a Silver Alert on Wednesday after his car was spotted along Interstate 4, according to the police department.

Dozens of counterfeit Xanax pills have been recovered from the Deltona home of an overdose victim who was found dead, according to Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood.

A major dredging project to restore parts of Volusia County's beaches is getting ready to start.

One person was killed and another was injured in a shooting which prompted a large police response in Daytona Beach.

A woman from Volusia County is taking steps to protect animals by creating legislation that would start a statewide database listing people charged with animal abuse.

One person was killed and another was injured in a shooting early Tuesday that prompted a large police response in Daytona Beach.

We asked Central Florida's 12 state senators (nine Republicans and three Democrats) what bills they hoped to pass this year and what issues they hoped the legislature would prioritize. Here are the responses we got.

A 55-year-old man was killed when his vehicle overturned, ejecting him, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A motorcyclist was killed in a two-vehicle crash on Sunday in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

From additional deputies to tailored public transit, Volusia County officials are working to maintain safety with Bike Week in full swing.

The Daytona Beach Fire Department is mourning the death of a firefighter who was killed in a crash while off duty, according to the agency.

Daytona Beach police are looking to identify the suspect of a bank robbery.

New Smyrna Beach firefighters reported no injuries from a plane crash near an airport.

A middle school student taken into custody by Daytona Beach police is accused of bringing a BB gun to campus.

A 37-year-old Daytona Beach woman will spend the next 35 years in state prison after being found guilty of fatally stabbing a man and setting his home on fire in 2023, court records show.

Over 500,000 bikers are starting to roll into the Daytona Beach area for the 84th annual Bike Week.

A 95-year-old woman was found dead after her house in Holly Hill caught fire, according to authorities.

A groundbreaking technology could get shooters behind bars a lot faster in Volusia County.

A woman was arrested on Wednesday after mistakenly vandalizing a vehicle she thought belonged to her ex-boyfriend, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.

A new committee will search and recommend who will be the next president of Bethune-Cookman University.

The owner of a company accused of selling defective hot tubs has been barred from operating any business in Florida and must pay thousands of dollars to the state as part of an agreement with Florida’s Attorney General, court records show.

A Volusia County man is among five Florida residents who have been accused in a scheme to drain over $1 million from retirement funds for elderly retired Florida school district employees, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

Volusia County is grappling with a lifeguard shortage, and officials are increasing pay in hopes of attracting young adults and teens to join their ranks.

Foundations to Freedom, a recovery-focused organization, is expanding its Narcan vending machine initiative in Volusia County.

The stretch of International Speedway Boulevard between Halifax Avenue and A1A, considered the gateway to Daytona Beach’s beachside, has undergone a two-year transformation.

A former Volusia County deputy arrested on allegations he held a woman against her will inside a marked patrol car and demanded a sex act from her has been sentenced to almost six months in prison, court records show.

An 81-year-old man was killed and a 16-year-old boy was seriously injured when their pickup trucks collided on State Road 40 in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

In a meeting that was well over capacity, hundreds of people packed tightly together inside the Astor Community Association Thursday to weigh in on the future use of the Silver Glen Springs.

DeLand police are revisiting a 44-year-old cold case and giving hope for a family seeking closure.

The costs of school buses have risen due to inflation. Here’s how Central Florida’s school districts are handling the rising cost to purchase new buses. Most districts replace their buses every 10-12 years.

A woman is in jail, and her co-defendant has bonded out after authorities said they scammed an 84-year-old woman out of thousands of dollars in a fake Publisher’s Clearing House sweepstakes.