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Arrest warrant issued for solar power salesman accused of defrauding Volusia County homeowners
Read full article: Arrest warrant issued for solar power salesman accused of defrauding Volusia County homeownersA Volusia County judge has issued an arrest warrant for a solar power salesman accused of defrauding an Ormond Beach couple out of tens of thousands of dollars, the sheriff’s office says
Jackie Robinson Ballpark in Daytona Beach one step closer to becoming National Historic Landmark
Read full article: Jackie Robinson Ballpark in Daytona Beach one step closer to becoming National Historic LandmarkJackie Robinson Ballpark in Daytona Beach is one step closer to becoming a National Historic Landmark.
Woman accused in Volusia hit-and-run jumped out of truck to cover license plate with paper, deputies say
Read full article: Woman accused in Volusia hit-and-run jumped out of truck to cover license plate with paper, deputies sayA 37-year-old woman is accused of hitting a 16-year-old boy, jumping out of a pickup truck to cover her license plate and fleeing from the wreck in Volusia County, according to deputies.
Nikki Haley, Jesus Christ, Mickey Mouse, Giant Meteor? Florida’s write-in votes for president
Read full article: Nikki Haley, Jesus Christ, Mickey Mouse, Giant Meteor? Florida’s write-in votes for presidentThe top two choices for president in November's election were Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Thousands of voters had other ideas. These are their write-in votes.
Trial date set for woman accused of shooting, killing terminally ill husband in Florida hospital room
Read full article: Trial date set for woman accused of shooting, killing terminally ill husband in Florida hospital roomA woman accused of fatally shooting her terminally ill husband at a Daytona Beach hospital last year will go on trial Jan. 6.
This is why you have to re-request a mail in ballot ahead of Florida’s special elections
Read full article: This is why you have to re-request a mail in ballot ahead of Florida’s special electionsThe Supervisor of Elections in Volusia County wants to get the word out: A special election is coming up and if you want to vote by mail, you have less than a month to request a ballot.
Volusia County delays stormwater fee hike, looks for other funding options
Read full article: Volusia County delays stormwater fee hike, looks for other funding optionsThe county is looking to prevent more flooding in the future, which could cost a pretty penny and means an increase in rates for residents.
13-year-old dies after side-by-side crash in Volusia County, troopers say
Read full article: 13-year-old dies after side-by-side crash in Volusia County, troopers sayA 13-year-old girl riding in a side-by-side died after the vehicle overturned in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Volusia County school nurse faces charges of traveling to meet minor, records show
Read full article: Volusia County school nurse faces charges of traveling to meet minor, records showA contracted school nurse at New Smyrna Beach High School faces charges after being accused of traveling to meet a minor, according to jail records.
Rhesus macaque spotted monkeying around Volusia County. Here’s what we know
Read full article: Rhesus macaque spotted monkeying around Volusia County. Here’s what we knowPeople have been seeing monkeys all over the west side of Volusia County, creating some serious monkey business for residents. Experts put the warning out, though: steer clear if you see one.
‘Pushed me to be better:’ Family of slain Texas postal worker mourns in Central Florida
Read full article: ‘Pushed me to be better:’ Family of slain Texas postal worker mourns in Central FloridaKevin Hines' family describes him as a loving father and a passionate motivator. Now his son will have to live without one of his biggest supporters.
‘We were all saddened by it:’ Volusia County School Board to reconsider current chair after comments resurface
Read full article: ‘We were all saddened by it:’ Volusia County School Board to reconsider current chair after comments resurfaceAfter comments and a video were brought to light of school board chair Jessie Thompson making remarks at a Moms for Liberty summit, the Volusia County school board voted to reconsider her position.
19-year-old woman struck, killed on International Speedway Boulevard in Volusia County
Read full article: 19-year-old woman struck, killed on International Speedway Boulevard in Volusia CountyA 19-year-old woman was struck and killed on International Speedway Boulevard in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
‘Customer service crisis’ at Social Security Administration leaves Florida family in limbo
Read full article: ‘Customer service crisis’ at Social Security Administration leaves Florida family in limboThe Social Security Administration is dealing with a customer service crisis, leaving thousands of families waiting for their disability benefits applications to be reviewed.
Officials reviewing incident after Volusia deputy accidentally shoots self in leg at a Walmart
Read full article: Officials reviewing incident after Volusia deputy accidentally shoots self in leg at a WalmartA Volusia County deputy is recovering after accidentally shooting herself in the leg during an undercover retail theft operation at a Deltona Walmart, according to an incident report.
Florida deputy accidentally shoots herself in the leg at a Walmart, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Florida deputy accidentally shoots herself in the leg at a Walmart, sheriff’s office saysA Volusia County deputy accidentally shot herself in the leg at a Walmart in Deltona, according to the sheriff's office.
‘Wolf in sheep’s clothing:’ Real estate agents accused of exploiting sickly Florida couple
Read full article: ‘Wolf in sheep’s clothing:’ Real estate agents accused of exploiting sickly Florida coupleA pair of real estate agents behind bars in Flagler County are accused in what Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood called an elaborate scam targeting an Ormond Beach couple looking to sell their properties, leading to one of the victim’s deaths after one of the agents signed a do-not-resuscitate order (DNR) on their behalf.
‘LIVE 911’ system helps cut Volusia deputies' response times to ‘seconds’
Read full article: ‘LIVE 911’ system helps cut Volusia deputies' response times to ‘seconds’Deputies in Volusia County have now had a new 911 technology for a year in their vehicles and Sheriff Mike Chitwood said it has been a game-changer for their response times.
Florida man sentenced in deadly crash that killed TikTok influencer asks to withdraw guilty plea
Read full article: Florida man sentenced in deadly crash that killed TikTok influencer asks to withdraw guilty pleaA Volusia County man who was sentenced in November for his role in a 2022 wrong-way crash that killed three people, including a social media influencer, is seeking to withdraw his plea.
DeLand man dies after being ejected from pickup, struck by car in Orange City
Read full article: DeLand man dies after being ejected from pickup, struck by car in Orange CityA man riding as a passenger in a pickup truck died after being ejected from the vehicle and hit by a car in Orange City, according to police.
Jury awards $4M to family of Embry-Riddle student fatally shot in 2020
Read full article: Jury awards $4M to family of Embry-Riddle student fatally shot in 2020A jury has reportedly awarded $4 million to the family of Alex Bello-Ortiz, an Embry-Riddle student and Air Force cadet whose 2020 shooting death was twice deemed by Daytona Beach police to have been a suicide amid allegations that he was instead shot by his roommate.
UPDATE: Volusia Thanksgiving shooter fired over 700 rounds before SWAT death
Read full article: UPDATE: Volusia Thanksgiving shooter fired over 700 rounds before SWAT deathShortly after the shooting happened, investigators announced that the man had fired over 200 rounds at neighbors and deputies before being taken out. But a week later, Sheriff Chitwood provided an updated figure.
Volusia deputies, nonprofits start campaign to prevent autistic children drowning deaths
Read full article: Volusia deputies, nonprofits start campaign to prevent autistic children drowning deathsJust in the last month, three children with autism drowned in Central Florida after eloping or wandering from their families.
Volusia County residents share concerns at flood mitigation town hall
Read full article: Volusia County residents share concerns at flood mitigation town hallResidents gathered at a flood mitigation town hall meeting hosted by Volusia County Council District 1 Member Don Dempsey on Thursday evening, voicing concerns and sharing experiences about flooding issues.
Edgewater city leaders move forward with proposed building moratoriums
Read full article: Edgewater city leaders move forward with proposed building moratoriumsAfter several years of flooding concerns being brought forward by residents, Edgewater’s city leaders are moving forward with proposals for development moratoriums.
UPDATE: 2 missing children last seen in Volusia County found safe
Read full article: UPDATE: 2 missing children last seen in Volusia County found safeThe Florida Department of Law Enforcement issued a missing child alert on Wednesday for two children missing out of Volusia County who may be in the company of a 35-year-old man.
‘Very grateful:’ New Smyrna community rallies around family that lost everything in fire
Read full article: ‘Very grateful:’ New Smyrna community rallies around family that lost everything in fireA family in the New Smyrna Beach area is spending the holiday season picking up the pieces, but others have stepped in to help.
Man on probation faces new charges in Volusia County hit-and-run crash
Read full article: Man on probation faces new charges in Volusia County hit-and-run crashA 37-year-old man who was on probation for manslaughter with a firearm, was arrested Sunday evening after fleeing from a crash with a loaded gun and drugs, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Cold weather shelters opening across Central Florida. Here’s where
Read full article: Cold weather shelters opening across Central Florida. Here’s whereAs arctic air blasts through Central Florida, bringing the coldest air of the season, counties have announced cold weather shelters opening across Central Florida.
Volusia County researchers look to ‘living seawalls’ as erosion solution
Read full article: Volusia County researchers look to ‘living seawalls’ as erosion solutionWith hurricane season officially over, researchers in Volusia County are working to make the coastline more resilient before the next time a storm hits.
Fire crews contain 100-acre brush fire in Daytona Beach; no injuries reported
Read full article: Fire crews contain 100-acre brush fire in Daytona Beach; no injuries reportedA 100-acre brush fire in Daytona Beach near the Latitude Margaritaville community is now contained, according to a news release.
‘I’m not judging you:’ Florida sheriff’s office video shows effort to stop gunman who fired at homes
Read full article: ‘I’m not judging you:’ Florida sheriff’s office video shows effort to stop gunman who fired at homesVolusia County Sheriff’s Office body camera video shows some of the efforts deputies made to get a man to stop shooting at homes in an Ormond-by-the-Sea neighborhood Thursday.
SWAT sniper kills man who fired 200 shots at Florida homes, deputies say
Read full article: SWAT sniper kills man who fired 200 shots at Florida homes, deputies sayA sniper with the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office SWAT team shot and killed a man accused of shooting at condo units and law enforcement near Ormond-By-The-Sea on Thanksgiving, according to Sheriff Mike Chitwood.
Sharewear bands, Volusia County agencies come together to try to prevent autism deaths
Read full article: Sharewear bands, Volusia County agencies come together to try to prevent autism deathsThree children with autism have drowned in the last month in Central Florida after or wandering away from their families.
Crash involving 2 semis, 3 vehicles creates heavy delays on I-4 in Volusia County
Read full article: Crash involving 2 semis, 3 vehicles creates heavy delays on I-4 in Volusia CountyA crash involving five vehicles created heavy delays on Interstate 4 in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Vigil to be held for missing Deltona 7-year-old with autism who was found dead
Read full article: Vigil to be held for missing Deltona 7-year-old with autism who was found deadThe community of Deltona is coming together Saturday for a candlelight vigil to honor the memory of 7-year-old Charlie Newton, an autistic, non-verbal boy found deceased Tuesday near his home.
Find Small Business Saturday deals, markets, more in the Orlando area
Read full article: Find Small Business Saturday deals, markets, more in the Orlando areaBlack Friday may be the official start to the holiday shopping season, but Small Business Saturday is the big day for mom-and-pop shops, and Central Florida business districts and stores are offering deals, markets, freebies, activities and more to lure customers in.
Man shot, injured during ‘confrontation’ at Volusia County home, deputies say
Read full article: Man shot, injured during ‘confrontation’ at Volusia County home, deputies sayA 36-year-old man was shot and injured during a “confrontation” with two other men at his home in the Ormond Beach area on Monday evening, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Report: 2 Volusia County men were among first to breach Capitol perimeter on Jan. 6
Read full article: Report: 2 Volusia County men were among first to breach Capitol perimeter on Jan. 6Two Volusia County men were arrested by the FBI on Monday and charged with assaulting several law enforcement officers during the Jan. 6 attack at the U.S. Capitol.
WATCH LIVE: Man accused of shooting, killing Daytona Beach jewelry store owner expected to take plea deal
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Man accused of shooting, killing Daytona Beach jewelry store owner expected to take plea dealA man accused of shooting and killing a Daytona Beach jewelry store owner earlier this year is expected to take a plea deal, according to the state attorney’s office.
Man who shot, killed Daytona Beach jewelry store owner gets life in prison
Read full article: Man who shot, killed Daytona Beach jewelry store owner gets life in prisonA man accused of shooting and killing a Daytona Beach jewelry store owner earlier this year is expected to take a plea deal, according to the state attorney’s office.
Florida man claims ‘Stand Your Ground’ defense in 2023 shooting of neighbor who was trimming trees
Read full article: Florida man claims ‘Stand Your Ground’ defense in 2023 shooting of neighbor who was trimming treesDefense attorneys for Edward Druzolowski argued on Monday that he used the "Stand Your Ground" defense when he shot his neighbor last fall.
Special election date set for Central Florida US House district vacated by Trump appointee
Read full article: Special election date set for Central Florida US House district vacated by Trump appointeeAn April 1 date has been set for a special election to fill the congressional seat that Rep. Mike Waltz is leaving.
Daytona Beach police chief talks community, safety on Trooper Steve on Patrol
Read full article: Daytona Beach police chief talks community, safety on Trooper Steve on PatrolWe’ll dive into the pressing issues facing our community, the department’s latest initiatives and Chief Jakari Young’s vision for public safety in Daytona Beach.
Embry–Riddle, FAA partner for program to help tackle air traffic controller shortage
Read full article: Embry–Riddle, FAA partner for program to help tackle air traffic controller shortageThe Federal Aviation Administration announced that has signed an agreement with Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University to offer a program aimed at reducing the nationwide air traffic controller shortage.
DeBary to pump up to a million gallons a day of flood water still standing in parts of Volusia County
Read full article: DeBary to pump up to a million gallons a day of flood water still standing in parts of Volusia CountyResident who live near Miller Lake near the Orange City area of Volusia County are finally going to get some relief.
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.
New Smyrna Beach moves ahead on parking solutions for Flagler Avenue, Canal Street
Read full article: New Smyrna Beach moves ahead on parking solutions for Flagler Avenue, Canal StreetFollowing months of debate over New Smyrna Beach’s parking woes, city staff have presented a detailed action plan to tackle the challenges laid out by an engineering firm.
Bodycam video shows husband, wife attacking deputy at Volusia middle school, officials say
Read full article: Bodycam video shows husband, wife attacking deputy at Volusia middle school, officials sayA husband and wife were arrested on Tuesday after law enforcement officials said they attacked the school resource deputy at Deltona Middle School on Tuesday morning.
Volusia County officials to discuss development moratorium
Read full article: Volusia County officials to discuss development moratoriumWith ongoing concerns about flooding problems in certain areas, the Volusia County Council will discuss the possibility of a temporary countywide moratorium on residential development.
Family of Ormond Beach boy hopes to prevent more tragedy on playgrounds
Read full article: Family of Ormond Beach boy hopes to prevent more tragedy on playgroundsThe body of a missing four-year-old boy in Ormond Beach was found on Sunday in a pond near the playground he wandered off from hours earlier.
Here’s how Volusia, Flagler residents can apply for D-SNAP benefits after recent hurricanes
Read full article: Here’s how Volusia, Flagler residents can apply for D-SNAP benefits after recent hurricanesResidents of Volusia and Flagler counties who were impacted by hurricanes Helene and Milton can get help applying for Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) benefits in Daytona Beach.
‘These threats aren’t jokes:’ 17-year-old accused of saying he would blow up Volusia school
Read full article: ‘These threats aren’t jokes:’ 17-year-old accused of saying he would blow up Volusia schoolA 17-year-boy arrested in Volusia County is accused of threatening to blow up his school, according to the sheriff's office.
Pedestrian struck, killed by car while crossing International Speedway Boulevard in Volusia County, FHP says
Read full article: Pedestrian struck, killed by car while crossing International Speedway Boulevard in Volusia County, FHP saysA 61-year-old Daytona Beach man was struck by a car and killed while crossing International Speedway Boulevard, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Linkin Park, Green Day among over 150 bands taking stage at Welcome to Rockville. See 2025 lineup
Read full article: Linkin Park, Green Day among over 150 bands taking stage at Welcome to Rockville. See 2025 lineupLinkin Park, Green Day, Korn and other bands will take part in next year’s Welcome to Rockville festival in Daytona Beach.