Sanford Mayor Art Woodruff warns that a proposed constitutional amendment to expand Florida's homestead exemption could cost his city more than $15 million in property tax revenue over two years — threatening cuts to parks, public safety staffing, and other essential services residents depend on daily.

Oviedo business owners say the city is hiding the true cost of doing business - hitting them with massive, unexpected charges only after hundreds of thousands of dollars have already been spent.

During the final week of May, another seven eateries across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.

Two Seminole County teenagers are facing charges after investigators say they drove around and shot pedestrians with a gel blaster gun.

Oviedo’s mayor says the city’s long-discussed police station expansion is facing new uncertainty, as state leaders again float the idea of cutting property taxes — a major source of local government funding.

The Oviedo City Council will receive an update on a proposed $18.2 million expansion to its police department headquarters.

Oviedo leaders are warning residents about unpermitted door-to-door roofing sales following last week’s storm, saying only one company is currently authorized to solicit in the city. Homeowners say repeated knocks from salespeople have become a growing frustration in their neighborhoods.

Strong storms are moving through Central Florida.

With summer break approaching, the Oviedo Police Department is taking a proactive stance on e-bike safety — and they want kids and parents to know the rules before someone gets hurt.

A Port St. Lucie man is alive today thanks to the quick actions of an Oviedo police officer who used an AED and CPR to bring him back from a heart attack — and the two reunited Wednesday for the first time since that life-saving moment.

Altamonte Springs is voting on a measure to keep its local gas tax funds, as Seminole County has asked other cities to help pay for a project that would link S.R. 417 to the Sanford airport.

According to the Seminole County Sheriff's Office, Ouellette had been following a woman and her two daughters through the store and recording them on his phone with the camera pointed below waist level.

Crazy Hot Buys, the liquidation outlet store that opened at the Oviedo Mall on Black Friday, will be closing its doors next month - just five months after moving in to the former Sears location.

Seminole County is reviewing an application for a drone delivery operation at a Walmart near Oviedo.

A grandfather ran back into a burning home in the middle of the night to save his 3-year-old grandson — pulling the toddler from smoke-filled rooms and escaping through a window. That fire destroyed the home and killed four dogs and four cats.

Oviedo city leaders will discuss a request from Seminole County to pay toward a project that would connect State Road 417 to the Orlando Sanford International Airport.

City leaders in Oviedo have voted to prevent future development on the Twin Rivers Golf Course property, approving an official declaration aimed at preserving the land as green space.

The City of Oviedo is voting on an audit and land protection of Twin Rivers Golf Club.

Parents are raising concerns about an out-of-state travel policy change after Seminole County Public Schools denied travel to a tournament in September.

The 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.

This week, Daniel Le Lievre, a former teacher at Tuskawilla Middle School, was taken into custody. An arrest report for Le Lievre alleges he was in a relationship with the girl’s mother from approximately October 2023 until the beginning of January 2024, and that he only dated her to “get closer” to the teen.

A former teacher at Tuskavilla Middle School is accused of grooming and sexually battering a 13-year-old student, the Oviedo Police Department said. According to the arrest affidavit, Daniel Philip Le Lievre, 41, of Oviedo, began grooming the victim while he was in a romantic relationship with the child’s mother.

The City of Oviedo will discuss raising garbage collection fees at a work session on Monday.

The city of Oviedo raised their stormwater rate last year and promised to start tackling a list of infrastructure improvements. Our News 6 team followed up this week to see how that money is being used now.

Whether you’re craving great food, live music, outdoor adventures or a unique night out, there’s something for everyone.

A new poll shows that while a majority of voters would vote in favor of significant property tax cuts in Florida, it may not be enough support to actually pass an amendment at the ballot box.

The city of Oviedo is set to move forward with a plan to permanently install stop signs at an intersection where traffic signals were turned off and removed near the Oviedo Mall.

A gunman in Oviedo was taken into custody after he was spotted firing off several rounds in a local neighborhood, according to the police department.

A crash in Seminole County shut down the southbound lanes of State Road 417.

The FDLE says a missing 15-year-old Oviedo girl has been found safe.

The Oviedo Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating a 15-year-old girl that has not been seen since Wednesday.

Mixed crowds, those in opposition and support, appeared at Congressman Mills' latest Town Hall in Oviedo.

When News 6 arrived to the Brannon Center for Congressman Cory Mills’ Town Hall, we saw at least two dozen officers outside. Inside, Mills took pre-submitted questions, but the topic of ICE quickly overtook the discussion.

An Oviedo man was taken into custody this week after deputies said he was spotted in a "sexual performance" with a vacuum cleaner.

Oviedo police are asking for the public’s help locating a “missing/run away” 17-year-old girl.

Oviedo’s mayor is asking residents for input on what should come next for the city-owned Twin Rivers Golf Club.

New video from the Oviedo Fire Department shows firefighters putting out a burning SUV in a parking lot.

Ahead of the general election later this year, a 19-year-old student at the University of Central Florida is running to hold a position on the Seminole County School Board.

Multiple students in Oviedo were recently cited after police say complaints from the community led to an enforcement effort at Jackson Heights Middle School this month.

Drivers and residents near State Road 417 in Seminole County should prepare for increased construction noise as loud pile driving operations continue near Winter Springs Boulevard.

Bus riders are preparing for transportation changes as most fixed routes for LYNX in Seminole County are coming to an end.

In a social media post, Oviedo Mayor Megan Sladek shared a photo of the deteriorating coverage, revealing green paint beginning to show through the black pavement.

Pile-driving activities along State Road 417 in Oviedo are expected to cause construction noise and vibrations for about a month.

Officials say a student holding a musical instrument as if it were a weapon prompted an alert that resulted in a Code Red at an Oviedo school.

All seven cities in Seminole County have license plate readers, but as Oviedo – the latest city to use this technology — is installing these cameras, some cities in Washington state are turning them off.

There were hints on social media, then the signs appeared, and now it’s official: the newest tenant at the Oviedo Mall is Crazy Hot Buys.

A crazy new store is coming to the Oviedo Mall.

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

A Florida Missing Child Alert was canceled on Saturday after a 16-year-old girl missing out of Oviedo was found safe, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.

Here are the events happening throughout Central Florida.

A driver died in a crash Tuesday morning after their vehicle struck a pole in Seminole County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

A dozen more Central Florida restaurants were forced to close their doors last week after a visit from a health inspector — including a popular eatery in Orlando’s Mills 50 district.

Two separate violent encounters involving adults accused of attacking teens on e-bikes are under investigation in Central Florida, one in Ocoee and another in Oviedo.

A UCF professor was arrested last week after he chased down a student and beat him, according to the Oviedo Police Department.

Discover how a family-owned bee farm in Central Florida is transforming bee removal services into a comprehensive educational center.

Officials in Oviedo are working on a plan to encourage homeowners to reduce water consumption.

The mall is hosting a day dedicated to the singer, featuring activities to get fans ready for her new movie in theaters.

According to the county, it’s likely construction on the final phase of the C.R. 419 project won’t begin for a while. It could take up to two years for the design, approvals, and bidding process alone.

For anyone who didn’t know that 23,000 gallons of sewage spilled in Oviedo last week, they do now.

Chrissy in Oviedo has a bouncing baby boy getting ready to crawl and she needed to keep him away from all of the toxic chemicals under her sink

Whether you’re coming out for a quick errand, a family outing, or one of the many great events hosted at the mall, understanding the new layout will help avoid frustration and keep traffic moving smoothly.

Bella Ortiz, 14, of Oviedo is about three weeks into her freshman year at Hagerty High School, after experiencing a summer to remember.

A 25-year-old Oviedo woman was killed when her SUV crashed into a retention pond off Alafaya Trail, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

While cities and counties across Central Florida are raising rates in order to keep up with rising costs, councilmembers in Oviedo are considering lowering their property tax rate.

What's the deal with the double stop signs, orange barricades and bagged up traffic signal lights in front of the Oviedo Mall?

It is a tragedy that broke the hearts of many in Oviedo when 17-year-old Kayla Ross and 15-year-old Marjorie Whitman were killed after their vehicle crashed into a tree in Oviedo and caught fire.

Hayes Whitman, the brother of 15-year-old Marjie Whitman, is still struggling with the sudden loss of his little sister.

A popular Oviedo barbecue restaurant says city regulations are threatening its growth and future. Briskets BBQ, a small but bustling spot known for its smoky brisket. Lately, the owner has been clashing with the City of Oviedo over expansion efforts.

If you’ve been wondering why one lane of a bridge on a busy cut-through street still hasn’t been repaired three years later, you’re not alone.

Two teens tragically lost their lives this week after their car hit a tree and caught fire in Oviedo.

A “high-pressure event” at Oviedo’s West Mitchell Hammock Water Treatment Facility sprang several small leaks across the city, according to a statement.

A fatal crash is under investigation in Oviedo, according to fire officials.

Bear Warriors United filed a petition last week with the Division of Administrative Hearings to stop the hunt that the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved under a new rule.

Did the city of Oviedo send letters that showed up in residents’ mailboxes about switching to solar energy?

Qualifying to run for office in cities and towns across Central Florida is getting underway. The question is, will people actually run for office? A recent report by the nonpartisan group Ballot Ready found that 912 seats in local elections in Florida went empty in the 2024 general election.

Some Oviedo residents may soon receive notice that their water consumption stands out from the crowd.

City councilmembers nicknamed it Oviedo’s “Arts and Entertainment District.” But even the mayor admitted it’s not exactly art that makes the district special. During the June 16 city council meeting, Mayor Megan Sladek asked city staff about changing the name of the district.

Oviedo police say videos from the daycare show the teacher grabbing the boy, and then later slapping him in the mouth. The child had reportedly bitten another child. The teacher was arrested on child abuse charges.

A man accused of recording girls in the fitting room of a Plato’s Closet in Oviedo has been arrested, according to police.

A 19-year-old Oviedo man was among two killed in a wrong-way crash on Florida’s Turnpike in Pompano Beach, according to reports.

The Oviedo City Commission will meet Monday to vote on a significant pay raise for police officers and is moving forward with plans to expand the city’s police headquarters.

Several Central Florida cities are hosting fireworks shows on July 4th - Sanford, Winter Springs, Celebration, St. Cloud, to name a few - but not Oviedo for a second year in a row.

Last week, another three restaurants across Central Florida were told to close after they were visited by a health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.

Rising costs and shrinking property tax revenues have cities in Seminole County asking: Is it time to merge the city fire departments with the county agency? Oviedo's mayor wants to discuss it.

It’s a residential stretch, and in all my years of covering traffic, I can’t recall ever seeing something so severe in this exact spot.

A fatal crash is blocking State Road 434 in Oviedo, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Monday evening, Oviedo City Council members are expected to vote on a consent agenda that includes purchasing 80 new Motorola radios for the Police Department.

The Oviedo Police Department said the missing and endangered 61-year-old man they were looking for was located.

On Friday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed 11 more bills into law as the latest Legislative session approaches its end.

Last week, another half-dozen restaurants across Central Florida were told to close after they were visited by a health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.

News 6 is contacting Animal Services to ask how long the owner has until the dog is removed, how long an owner is allowed to leave a pet alone inside a house, and under which conditions.

A Central Florida volunteer is on his way to Missouri to assist communities devastated by deadly tornadoes earlier this week.

Under studio lights and surrounded by set dressing, Briana Falgiano’s classroom is as unique and her coursework.

With aging infrastructure and rising costs, it's no wonder cities across Central Florida are struggling to keep up with stormwater projects.

If you come across a body of water in Florida, then most likely a gator is in there, and you don’t want to run into one of those.

The city spotted another gator hanging out in a storm pipe under Lockwood Boulevard.

Homeowners in Oviedo tell News 6 they love the big, beautiful oak trees in their neighborhood, but they don't love the work being done by crews that they think could be damaging those trees.

Oviedo City Council voted to change the land use designation of a nearly 10-acre piece of land from low-density residential to mixed-use, paving the way for the development of an apartment complex that will include commercial space.

The Bacon, Bourbon and Blues event is back in Oviedo, featuring a comedy show to end the night.

Barbara and Jim in Oviedo asked us to swap out their hinges because they were 35 years old and rusting.