Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood says four horses have been stolen from a property in Osteen.

Robert Goodwin, a Massachusetts travel agent, is accused of defrauding more than 100 Seabreeze High School students and chaperones.

The end of 2025 is approaching, and it’s time to ring in the new year!

On Thursday, Cory Woodall appeared before a judge asking for permission to return to his home state of North Carolina, but the judge denied his request.

The family of an Edgewater police officer who investigators say was fatally shot by a gas station clerk at a Circle K has named the chain in a $20-million wrongful-death lawsuit, according to their legal team.

A member of the Mongols motorcycle gang is headed to prison for his role in a Volusia County Bike Week shooting.

With the One Big Beautiful Bill Act being signed into law last month, Florida residents are slated to see big tax cuts on average.

Settle or go bankrupt. Local businesses say those are their only options after they got hit with ADA lawsuits. Many businesses said they did not know they were violating the law, and it was hard to find the help to fix it.

The New Smyrna Beach City Commission on Tuesday unanimously voted down a proposed ordinance that would have allowed “peddle pubs,” formally referred to by the city as commercial mega-cycles, to operate on local streets.

The New Smyrna Beach City Commission unanimously votes down a proposed ordinance that would have allowed “pedal pubs."

According to a news release, the decision came after reviewing evidence presented by the Ormond Beach Police Department.

A man who crashed a BMW in Volusia County says he did not steal the car but instead was teleported into it, according to sheriff’s officials.

Daytona Beach’s Beachside Redevelopment Board is set to discuss new security measures this week, including whether to bring additional patrols to the area similar to those already in place across the bridge on Beach Street.

The state’s Joint Legislative Auditing Committee, made up of state representatives and senators, voted unanimously Monday to investigate the city of Daytona Beach over reports about spending irregularities and a surplus in building permit revenues.

City officials say the concept does not fit the area’s narrow and busy streets, and the slow-moving vehicles could create traffic problems and safety issues.

In a post on social media, Deland police shared a photo of emergency crews on scene and what appears to be a plane wing in the background.

Crews will begin replacing docks damaged by hurricanes and boating mishaps at North Causeway’s eastside boat ramps with a modern floating system starting Monday, according to New Smyrna Beach officials.

A man and two dogs were found dead after a large structure fire near Pierson, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.

Anyone who drives a car understands the sting of having to fill up their tank and pulling into the gas station, only to discover that gas prices have skyrocketed.

Holly Hill Police Chief Byron Williams says artificial intelligence is being used in “disturbing ways” by online predators and is creating new challenges for investigators.

A man reported missing out of Volusia County hasn’t been seen or heard from since early February, according to the sheriff’s office.

All southbound lanes for a stretch of State Road 15 in DeLand have been closed for emergency repairs.

The sheriff's office is now offering a reward for suspects who allegedly scammed a couple of men out of thousands of dollars this week.

A Florida Missing Child Alert was issued for a 1-year-old girl who was last seen in Volusia County and whose parents are believed to be avoiding a court order, authorities said.

A detective from the Flagler County Sheriff's Office has been suspended without pay after being arrested.

The proposal would give students in public schools more rights — though it will have to amend the state constitution to do so.

A lawsuit accusing the city of Deltona of taking actions that flooded homes in the Stone Island neighborhood in the wake of Hurricane Ian is over. A judge closed the case on Tuesday and granted summary judgment in the city’s favor.

The Florida Department of Education has released its list of books removed from classrooms across the state.

Deputies said they indeed came back with a warrant, "thereby satisfying the doormat's request."

The Florida Attorney General's office also announced that he was found guilty of nearly 20 counts of child porn possession.

The Volusia Sheriff’s Office is searching for a woman who was last known to be in the Daytona Beach area.

A man accused of breaking into a home in DeLand was shot by a resident Monday morning, DeLand police said.

A man accused of breaking into a home in DeLand was shot by a resident Monday morning, DeLand police said.

A motorbike driver was taken to the hospital with “significant injuries” after being involved in a crash with another vehicle on Sunday afternoon, according to the Port Orange Police Department.

Soon, your four-legged friends will be able to soak up the sun and get their paws in the sand in Daytona Beach.

Games across Orange, Seminole, and Volusia counties were played on Black Friday.

Deputies in Volusia County say they’ve arrested two 18-year-olds in connection with an attempted home invasion last week that led to shots fired.

U.S. News & World Report has released its latest ranking of the best places to live in the country, including a look at the Sunshine State.

A new petition is calling for a portion of Central Florida to be renamed after the country's 47th president.

A family in Volusia County is urging Sheriff Mike Chitwood and his office to remove a video from Facebook that includes their teenage son's face.

A deputy was injured, and a woman was taken into custody after an incident in DeLand on Tuesday evening.

A 51-year-old Deltona Middle School teacher was arrested after being accused of inappropriately touching a student in his classroom, according to a news release.

Now in its 15th year, Small Business Saturday is meant to shine a light on local businesses and encourage people to take at least some of their holiday spending to mom and pop shops. Check out the list to find a Small Business Saturday event near you.

The Edgewater City Council unanimously approved a settlement agreement with developer Lennar Monday night, greenlighting a scaled-back housing project that promises enhanced flood control measures.

A Daytona Beach police officer was arrested “following an investigation into a domestic battery incident,” according to a news release.

He was last seen leaving the area of SMA Healthcare earlier this year, according to deputies. Now, detectives are trying to track him down.

Deputies responded to a house on Patron Avenue following reports of a neighbor who was setting something on fire and carrying a firearm, a news release states.

Warm, comfortable days are hanging on for just a little longer before a sharp cooldown arrives just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Demian Schelberger was involved in a minor crash in his Chevy Silverado and received a traffic ticket.

The Edgewater City Council adjourned Monday after accepting a settlement offer from Lennar Homes, framing the deal as a win despite losing a lawsuit to the construction company.

An arrest was made after a 47-year-old man was shot near DeLand, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.

See highlights from several games across Central Florida, including Lake, Volusia, Seminole and Orange counties.

The New Smyrna Beach Police Department emphasized that all of the targeted vehicles had been left unlocked, making them easy targets for criminals.

A man accused of inappropriate behavior with two girls, while he was a pastor at their church in Sanford, is now facing new charges in Volusia County, court records show.

A bid by Orange City’s mayor to remove the city clerk failed Friday night after a packed special meeting where every resident who spoke urged the council to keep her in the job.

Three bars in Port Orange were busted last week after investigators found illegal gambling machines inside, according to the Florida Gaming Control Commission.

Sports personality Stephen A. Smith spoke with News 6 about Magic stars Banchero and Wagner and weighed in on the Gators' pursuit of Lane Kiffin.

New self-service DMV kiosks open at four Publix locations in Volusia County.

A major traffic shift is underway at one of DeLand’s busiest and most crash-prone intersections, as the Florida Department of Transportation begins converting the crossing at State Road 44 and Kepler Road into a single-lane roundabout.

Deputies are searching for a group of suspects after an attempted home invasion led to gunfire early Wednesday morning in a Deltona neighborhood, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.

Cory Mills, the Republican who represents Seminole and Volusia counties in the U.S. House, is facing censure by a fellow Republican over a growing number of allegations, including sexual violence and misconduct, federal defense contracting violations, and stolen valor.

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Police say gunshots were fired at a New Smyrna Beach intersection.

Volusia County authorities are asking for the public’s help identifying a person they say exposed himself to women at the swimming pool of an apartment complex in southeast DeLand.

An undocumented immigrant is in custody after she reportedly threw coffee at a mother, her child and their dog last week, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.

Florida Education Commissioner Anastasios Kamoutsas announced on Monday that Volusia County Schools and two other districts in the state will participate in the Campus Guardian Angel pilot program which will use drones to enhance safety and security measures, according to a news release.

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

Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood says a wanted man who recently beat, chased, and dragged his girlfriend on camera has been arrested.

The high school football playoffs kicked off this week and a number of teams across Central Florida start a journey toward a state title.

If you enjoy searching for chairs to reupholster, vintage cookware, or clothes and toys to flip on eBay, you might want to point your car toward the Florida Atlantic coast. The A1A Super Scenic Garage Sale returns for its 17th year.

Tickets for the 2025/26 Broadway season at the Maxwell C. King Center are now available, featuring shows like "The Book of Mormon," "Tina – The Tina Turner Musical," "The Music Man," and "Beetlejuice."

A crime alert is issued in Volusia County after a man with a gun runs into De Leon Springs State Park.

A man is wanted after deputies said he was caught beating and dragging a woman before fleeing on Thursday.

A terrified 8-year-old boy called 911 Tuesday afternoon to report that his father would not wake up, leading to the arrest of a Volusia County man now facing child endangerment charges.

Last week, Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood openly invited New York City residents to move to the Sunshine State after a heated mayoral election. Now, he's going after the police.

Florida troopers say a 38-year-old DeLand man died late in a single-vehicle crash along Interstate 4.

November is Manatee Awareness Month, highlighting a time when Florida’s manatees are starting their seasonal movements to warmer waters around the state.

An 8-year-old boy has been credited with saving his father’s life after finding him unconscious on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.

Animal control officers rescued 41 dogs from an Orange City home Wednesday after concerned neighbors alerted authorities about the animals’ welfare.

Volusia County fire officials issued a warning to drivers after a 49-acre wildfire broke out near Interstate 95.

Nearly a year after a deputy was attacked at Deltona Middle School, Sheriff Mike Chitwood is railing against the suspect's sentence.

Deputies say an 11-year-old boy was arrested on felony charges after he wrote a “kill list” at a Volusia school.

Inside Volusia County’s 911 communications center, a new voice is answering the phones and it’s not human.

The shelter depends on community support and is always seeking donations to help people, especially during bad weather.

After a New Smyrna Beach golf course was heavily vandalized last month, Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood has finally revealed the suspect involved.

Central Florida high schools now know when/where football teams will play in the playoffs, starting Nov. 14.

The new Trader Joe’s will open on Friday, Nov. 14 at 9 a.m. There are about two dozen Trader Joe’s currently open in Florida.

A house fire is under investigation in Daytona Beach.

A party at a DeLand residence turned violent early Sunday when a man was injured after being shot twice following a physical altercation, according to a news release.

According to Sheriff Mike Chitwood, more than 39,000 households in Volusia County rely on SNAP benefits. With recent cuts taking effect, local food banks and volunteers say the need has surged in recent weeks.

State Road 415 has reopened in New Smyrna Beach after a fatal crash involving a motorcycle and a sedan, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Around 6:30 a.m., News 6 started receiving calls and emails from people who witnessed the unusual sight.

After an 8-year-old boy was killed by dogs in a DeLand neighborhood earlier this year, his family is now taking the local homeowners’ association to court.

A drug trafficking ring was dismantled in Central Florida after a series of raids and arrests, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.

Troopers said a Jacksonville man was standing on the outside shoulder trying to repair a disabled semi tractor-trailer when a semi tractor-trailer traveling in the outside lane failed to see the man and struck him.

A drive-thru food giveaway happening today in Daytona Beach comes as local agencies scramble to meet the growing need.

After a man and a woman were found dead over the weekend at a DeLand home, police have now declared the incident was a murder-suicide.

Most major grocery stores in Central Florida will be closed on Thanksgiving, so for people with a preferred store, getting everything on that list is paramount. But if you’re not picky, there are a handful of stores that will be open, albeit with reduced hours.

Daytona Beach leaders are expected to vote Wednesday on whether to extend unarmed security patrols in some of the city’s most visited corridors, including Main Street and Beach Street.

After New York City elected Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani as its next mayor, Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood invited New Yorkers to move to the Sunshine State.