Tyrek Hill's mom remembers son killed in Orlando Halloween shooting: 'a gentle giant'
The mother of Tyrek Hill, one of two men shot and killed in a shooting in downtown Orlando during Halloween celebrations, remembered her as a loving, kind, “gentle giant.”
Early voting begins in Central Florida with a few counties experiencing issues
The first day of early voting in Central Florida was marked by technical issues, as some county election websites crashed, sparking concerns about potential problems on Election Day.
Astor residents brace for record flooding as St. Johns River rises
Some Astor residents are bracing for more flooding, just two years after Hurricane Ian forced them from their homes. The St. Johns River is expected to reach "major flood stage" next week, leaving many on edge.
Florida plans to seek death penalty in Jamaria Sessions death
Florida prosecutors announced Monday that they plan to seek the death penalty against Tyshael Elise Martin in the brutal death of Jamaria Sessions. Police allege Tyschael beat and abused the 9-year-old girl, and let a dog visciously attack the girl. Jamaria Sessions died at the hospital. The girl's biological father, Lo Juan Sessions, has also been arrested in the girl's death.
2 arrested in shooting death of man at Leesburg gas station
Authorities have arrested two men in connected to the killing of an older man in his vehicle at a gas station in Leesburg, Florida, and are looking for a third suspect.
When do Florida schools open again after Hurricane Milton? See the list
Here's when Florida schools go back to class after Hurricane Milton.
Central Florida woman using her small business to help NC flood victims
A Lake County woman has made it her mission to help victims of Hurricane Helene. She is specifically assisting those impacted in western North Carolina, including her son and his husband, who were among those affected by the floods.
Man finds missing WWII veteran's headstone during demolition in Umatilla
A routine demolition project turned into a life-changing discovery for one family when Lance Clyde, a contractor, found a headstone plaque for a World War II veteran.
Florida seeks death penalty against woman accused in 'ambush' shooting of Lake County deputies
Florida prosecutors intend to seek the death penalty against Julie Sulpizio, the woman accused of a religious-backed, doomsday-style “ambush" that allegedly led to the shooting death of a Lake County deputy, and the injuring of two others.
Leesburg Police release new video of 3 suspects wanted after an 87-year-old man was shot inside his car
The Leesburg Police Department is currently looking for 3 suspects involved in the shooting of an 87-year-old man.
Florida family describes tree falling through home during Hurricane Helene: 'Like an Earthquake'
A temporary tarp covers the roof of a home for a family in Eustis after a tree fell on top of it as Hurricane Helene moved over Florida on Thursday night.
Woman accused in death of boyfriend's 9-year-old daughter to remain in jail
Tyshael Elise Martin, 34, will remain in jail after her court appearance on Monday. She faces charges of first-degree murder, aggravated child abuse, and child neglect, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
Florida Aldi shopper loses $5,000 in debit card 'scheme', 2 people sought: police
The Clermont Police Department is requesting the community's help in identifying two people possibly involved in a debit card scam that resulted in an Aldi shopper losing $5,000.
Laurie Shaver verdict: Florida woman guilty of second-degree murder in husband's death
A Florida jury deliberated for nearly four hours before reaching a verdict in the trial of Laurie Shaver, the woman accused of killing her husband and burying him beneath a fire pit and concrete slab in her backyard.
Laurie Shaver trial: Jurors hear of alleged affairs, suggested deceit by woman accused of killing husband
A tangled web of alleged deceit and murder was laid bare in the courtroom Wednesday during the trial of Laurie Shaver, who is accused of killing her husband, Michael Shaver.
Drunk teen runs over, kills 2-year-old boy riding tricycle in Lake County neighborhood, police say
A 19-year-old has been charged with DUI manslaughter after he drunkenly ran over a 2-year-old boy riding a tricycle outside his home in Tavares on Labor Day, according to the Tavares Police Department.
Jamaria Sessions' father arrested in 9-year-old Florida girl's death, deputies say
The father of 9-year-old Jamaria Sessions has been arrested in connection to his daughter's death, the Lake County Sheriff's Office announced Friday.
Lake County sexual assault case may be related to separate kidnapping, deputies say
Women living near Okahumpka are on edge after investigators have revealed a sexual assault case may be connected to a kidnapping case in the same area.
Leesburg murder suspect accused of killing store clerk will not face death penalty
The man accused of killing a Leesburg, Florida, store clerk during a robbery earlier this year will not face the death penalty.
Florida woman accused of killing 9-year-old girl directed Rottweiler to attack her: 'I'm fixin' to kill her'
Tyshael Martin, of Florida, has been arrested for allegedly killing her boyfriend's 9-year-old daughter, Jamaria Sessions, according to deputies.