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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.
Trooper Steve on Patrol visits students at Apopka school for annual teach-in event
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol visits students at Apopka school for annual teach-in eventIt’s a tradition that offers a chance to connect with students, share the essence of our work, and inspire the next generation.
A 103-year-old Florida woman recounts her voting history. Here’s her story
Read full article: A 103-year-old Florida woman recounts her voting history. Here’s her storyIn 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.
‘It’s my civic duty:’ A last look at long lines for early voting in Central Florida
Read full article: ‘It’s my civic duty:’ A last look at long lines for early voting in Central FloridaOn 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.
‘I feel like somebody:’ News 6 gets real time results, helps family after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: ‘I feel like somebody:’ News 6 gets real time results, helps family after Hurricane MiltonWe 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.
Real time results: News 6 helps Orange County family impacted by Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Real time results: News 6 helps Orange County family impacted by Hurricane MiltonBrittany 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 seek Mustang involved in hit-and-run crash
Read full article: Apopka police seek Mustang involved in hit-and-run crashApopka 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.
A walk down Little League memory lane with former Apopka player
Read full article: A walk down Little League memory lane with former Apopka playerOver 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.
REMINISCING: Central Florida teams in the Little League World Series
Read full article: REMINISCING: Central Florida teams in the Little League World SeriesOver 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?
NFL player returns to Apopka High School to host free youth football camp
Read full article: NFL player returns to Apopka High School to host free youth football campFormer Apopka High School Darter and now Philadelphia Eagle Jalen Carter returned to Central Florida to host his third annual free youth football camp.
‘You will never forget this day,’ 20 immigrants become American citizens on July 4
Read full article: ‘You will never forget this day,’ 20 immigrants become American citizens on July 4This 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.
‘It’s brutal:’ Central Florida workers await new extreme heat rules from Biden administration
Read full article: ‘It’s brutal:’ Central Florida workers await new extreme heat rules from Biden administrationWorking 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.
Apopka’s $1.2 billion mixed-use development ahead of schedule
Read full article: Apopka’s $1.2 billion mixed-use development ahead of scheduleWyld 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.
Skeletal remains found near Apopka 30 years ago identified; deputies seeking info
Read full article: Skeletal remains found near Apopka 30 years ago identified; deputies seeking infoThe 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.
‘A bizarre feeling:’ Apopka neighborhood concerned after string of car burglaries
Read full article: ‘A bizarre feeling:’ Apopka neighborhood concerned after string of car burglariesNeighbors on Rolling Green Drive near Apopka are staying alert after getting a scary reminder that anyone could be lurking in the night.
‘Amazing opportunity:’ Apopka High football player shares excitement over Florida’s NIL decision
Read full article: ‘Amazing opportunity:’ Apopka High football player shares excitement over Florida’s NIL decisionIt'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.
Hidden threats: What to know about potential dangers after a storm, hurricane
Read full article: Hidden threats: What to know about potential dangers after a storm, hurricaneAs 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.
Jury convicts Florida man who admitted to child sex abuse during police officer job interview
Read full article: Jury convicts Florida man who admitted to child sex abuse during police officer job interviewA 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.
Small plane makes emergency landing on Apopka sidewalk, no injuries reported
Read full article: Small plane makes emergency landing on Apopka sidewalk, no injuries reportedA 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.
News 6 gets results for Apopka woman with car-crushing tree in her yard
Read full article: News 6 gets results for Apopka woman with car-crushing tree in her yardFriday 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.
Ex-teacher in Florida found guilty of drugging, sexually abusing foreign exchange student
Read full article: Ex-teacher in Florida found guilty of drugging, sexually abusing foreign exchange studentIn 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.”
‘I’m a believer in sharing these stories:’ Central Florida historian shares her story for Women’s History Month
Read full article: ‘I’m a believer in sharing these stories:’ Central Florida historian shares her story for Women’s History MonthYou 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.
Apopka man, 19, killed in crash off Orange Blossom Trail, troopers say
Read full article: Apopka man, 19, killed in crash off Orange Blossom Trail, troopers sayA 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.
Your Florida Daily: FDA says ground cinnamon sold at discount stores is tainted with lead, PGA Tour returns to Orlando
Read full article: Your Florida Daily: FDA says ground cinnamon sold at discount stores is tainted with lead, PGA Tour returns to OrlandoOne of the cinnamon distributors is based in Apopka.
‘For My Sister:’ Family of Shakeria Rucker joins summit to fight violence against women
Read full article: ‘For My Sister:’ Family of Shakeria Rucker joins summit to fight violence against womenLocal, state, and federal officials and community organizations came together to talk tackle violence against women at a summit Thursday in Apopka.
Massive mixed-use development breaks ground in Apopka's booming Kelly Park corridor
Read full article: Massive mixed-use development breaks ground in Apopka's booming Kelly Park corridorWork is now underway on a $1.2 billion development that's expected to transform the northwest corner of Orange County.
Woman arrested for taking disabled adult from medical facility, police say
Read full article: Woman arrested for taking disabled adult from medical facility, police sayAn 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.
Officer, girl, other driver injured when Apopka police cruiser overturns in head-on crash on SR-436, FHP says
Read full article: Officer, girl, other driver injured when Apopka police cruiser overturns in head-on crash on SR-436, FHP saysThe FHP says an Apopka police officer was hurt and another driver was critically injured in a crash in Orange County.
Mom arrested after 11-year-old son seen shooting teens at Apopka football practice, police say
Read full article: Mom arrested after 11-year-old son seen shooting teens at Apopka football practice, police sayThe State Attorney’s Office announced on Thursday that she had left the firearm in a “worn and tattered” cardboard box without any safety locks or fasteners.
Mysterious dog illness has Central Florida veterinarians, boarding facilities on alert
Read full article: Mysterious dog illness has Central Florida veterinarians, boarding facilities on alertPeople with pets may want to think twice before boarding theirs pups as a mystery virus impacting dogs spreads across the country.
Murder warrant secured for estranged husband accused of killing Winter Springs woman
Read full article: Murder warrant secured for estranged husband accused of killing Winter Springs womanOrange County detectives said Wednesday they had secured a warrant for a murder charge against Cory Hill, the estranged husband of a Winter Springs mother whom he’s accused of fatally shooting inside a storage unit last week.
Man accused of murder nearly months after fatal overdose at Seminole home
Read full article: Man accused of murder nearly months after fatal overdose at Seminole homeIn an arrest warrant, deputies said they arrived at a home along Anna Drive back on Jan. 2 after getting a report about a medical emergency.
Former group home owner accused of kidnapping disabled woman after sister’s death
Read full article: Former group home owner accused of kidnapping disabled woman after sister’s deathStaff at the center told police that a woman had entered, retrieved another woman with severe disabilities, and then drove off with the disabled woman in an SUV, a warrant shows.
Man accused of beating pregnant girlfriend, attempted murder of Apopka officer after police chase
Read full article: Man accused of beating pregnant girlfriend, attempted murder of Apopka officer after police chaseA 33-year-old man faces multiple charges, including attempted 2nd-degree murder on a law enforcement officer, after striking his pregnant girlfriend then leading Apopka police on a dangerous vehicle pursuit.
🚘WATCH LIVE AT 12:35 P.M.: This Florida haunted car wash leaves riders freaked, car squeaky clean
Read full article: 🚘WATCH LIVE AT 12:35 P.M.: This Florida haunted car wash leaves riders freaked, car squeaky cleanIn the spirit of Halloween, one Florida business is putting a spooky twist on a traditional car wash. I guess you can describe it as a drive-through haunted house of sorts, but you'll leave with a clean car.
Man faces charges in 2017 Orange County cold-case murder, deputies say
Read full article: Man faces charges in 2017 Orange County cold-case murder, deputies sayA man faces murder charges in the 2017 killing of a man who was working in an Apopka neighborhood, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office announced on Saturday.
Apopka daycare employee among 6 arrested in Florida child predator sting
Read full article: Apopka daycare employee among 6 arrested in Florida child predator stingAt separate times throughout the investigation, all six men showed up to the undercover location in Polk County “to sexually batter children,” the release states.
Apopka police chief responds to violence against children in the community
Read full article: Apopka police chief responds to violence against children in the communityIn the past week, an 11-year-old was arrested after a shooting at a local football practice, and a 7-year-old was killed in a burglary crash.
7-year-old dies after car leaving scene of Apopka auto burglary crashes into mother’s vehicle
Read full article: 7-year-old dies after car leaving scene of Apopka auto burglary crashes into mother’s vehicleA vehicle leaving the scene of an auto burglary Thursday morning in Apopka struck another vehicle that was carrying a mother and her two children, one of whom died as a result of the crash, according to police.
Your Florida Daily: Apopka teacher faces child sex battery charge, woman flees crash with other driver on hood
Read full article: Your Florida Daily: Apopka teacher faces child sex battery charge, woman flees crash with other driver on hoodA teacher accused of giving alcohol and edibles to an underage boy is in jail facing child sexual battery and delinquency charges.
Parents express confidence in Pop Warner league after 2 teens shot at Apopka practice
Read full article: Parents express confidence in Pop Warner league after 2 teens shot at Apopka practiceParents in Apopka attended an emergency meeting Wednesday after an 11-year-old shot two children during a Pop Warner football practice.
Florida teacher accused of drugging boy, performing sex acts on him
Read full article: Florida teacher accused of drugging boy, performing sex acts on himPolice said that FBI investigators contacted them about a “sexual incident” at the home of the teacher, who was identified as 50-year-old Dmitri Kostyunina.
11-year-old to remain in custody after 2 teens shot at Pop Warner practice in Apopka
Read full article: 11-year-old to remain in custody after 2 teens shot at Pop Warner practice in ApopkaAn 11-year-old boy will continue to be held at juvenile detention center after he was arrested Monday on an attempted murder charge in a shooting at a Pop Warner practice in Apopka, a judge ruled Wednesday.
Own a gun? Here’s what you can be charged with in Florida if a child accesses it
Read full article: Own a gun? Here’s what you can be charged with in Florida if a child accesses itThe 11-year-old accused of taking a loaded gun from his mother's car and shooting two 13-year-olds at an Apopka Pop Warner game is now at least the third time in Central Florida over the past several months where a child has gotten access to a gun and fired it.
11-year-old arrested on attempted murder charge in shooting at Pop Warner practice in Apopka
Read full article: 11-year-old arrested on attempted murder charge in shooting at Pop Warner practice in ApopkaAn 11-year-old boy was arrested on an attempted murder charge in a shooting at a Pop Warner football practice in Apopka that left two other children injured, police said.