A Lake Nona High School student drowned while kayaking; it's the school's second loss this year. Counselors are helping the grieving community. Police seek details on the incident.

Orange County is leveraging the SkillsUSA Florida State Leadership and Skills Competition to address its skilled labor shortage, recruiting talented individuals directly for technician roles.

A jury recommended the death penalty for Troy Victorino and Jerone Hunter for the 2004 Deltona "Xbox murders." Their original death sentences were overturned but were recommended again under a new law. Final sentencing by a judge is pending.

A four-year-old autistic boy was found dead in a pond after wandering from his home in Rockledge, Brevard County. An ongoing investigation seeks to determine the events leading to his death.

A Florida substitute teacher, Dianely Torres, was arrested for possession of CSAM and inappropriate conduct with a minor, including the exchange of nude photos and explicit drawings.

An odor report identifies Mid Florida Mount Dora Landfill as the source of bad smells in Mount Dora, vindicating the city and directing mitigation efforts.

A woman died after an alligator attack while canoeing on Florida's Lake Kissimmee, with the incident involving rescue efforts and a response by local authorities.

Orlando is expecting a week of showers and thunderstorms with high humidity and temperatures near 91 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.

Florida gas prices fluctuated over the week, averaging around $3.10 per gallon, with regional differences. AAA predicts potential price drops due to market factors including OPEC+ policies.

Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty for ex-deputy David Barber, accused of the murder of 72-year-old Jessie Kirk in Titusville, whose burned car and remains were found after she missed a morning walk.

Volusia County's emergency responders conducted pediatric drowning simulations in preparation for summer, coordinated by multiple agencies to improve life-saving skills and efficiency during water-related incidents.

SpaceX successfully launched 28 Starlink satellites on a Falcon 9 rocket, further expanding its constellation for global internet coverage, with the booster landing on a droneship post-mission.

Sea turtle nesting season begins in Volusia County with early nests spotted and local efforts to protect these marine species, emphasizing public education and beach practices for a successful season.