Lake County man hospitalized after reported explosion rocks Mount Dora home
A Lake County man was hospitalized Tuesday night following an explosion that severely damaged his Mount Dora home.
Man points gun at doorbell camera in Mount Dora neighborhood
Lake County deputies are working to track down the unidentified man that pointed a gun at a doorbell camera in a Mount Dora neighborhood.
Man accused of stealing from Dick's Sporting Goods in Clermont
The Clermont Police Department is searching for a man accused of stealing more than $1,000 worth of items from a Dick's Sporting Goods.
125 casino games, $48,000 in cash seized during illegal gambling operation, deputies say
Three individuals were charged after Lake County Sheriff’s Office’s Special Investigators seized approximately 125 illegal gambling machines and $48,200 after executing a search warrant at an illegal gambling establishment known as Icon in Tavares.
Leesburg man arrested on child sexual abuse material charges, part of FDLE statewide initiative
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) has arrested a Leesburg man on three felony charges of possessing child sexual abuse material.
Man in Florida arrested with enough fentanyl to potentially kill 4,000 people, police say
A man was recently arrested during a traffic stop after police found enough fentanyl in his possession to potentially kill thousands of people.
Florida AMBER Alert: 5-year-old boy abducted from Lake County found safe, police say
A Lake County boy who was reported missing from Tavares on Sunday, prompting an AMBER Alert in Florida, has been found safe, according to police.
Central Florida district gets grant for vape detection devices
Another school district in Lake County is trying to tackle the vape crisis and discourage kids from vaping in schools. The Lake County School District has secured a grand to install vape detection devices in its schools.
Debate over fluoride in drinking water reignites in Central Florida communities
The contentious issue of fluoride in drinking water resurfaced Tuesday as city officials discussed whether to remove the chemical from the water supply, following a recommendation by Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo.
Debate over fluoride intensifies as Tavares considers removal from water supply
The City of Tavares is set to discuss removing fluoride from its water supply during a council meeting on Wednesday.
Mount Dora couple's murderer still on the run, 4 years after deadly convenience store robbery
Four years after a deadly double-shooting claimed the lives of a Mount Dora couple inside the convenience store that they owned together, police continue to search for their killer and are offering a reward for any tip that leads to an arrest.
Laurie Shaver receives life sentence for 2015 murder, backyard burial of husband
A Florida woman convicted of murdering her husband, whose body was found buried beneath a fire pit and concrete slab in the backyard of the couple's Lake County home, has been sentenced to life in prison.
Laurie Shaver sentenced in husband's murder
Laurie Shaver, the woman convicted of second-degree murder in the death of her husband, who went missing for years and whose remains were found buried beneath a concrete slab in the backyard, was sentenced to life in prison.
Deputy pursues suspect on e-bike, who allegedly shoots at officer before arrest
Deputies say a man led them on a chase through the streets of Tavares on an e-bike before allegedly firing a gunshot at a deputy's patrol car.
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.