An Orange County man was arrested after deputies say he aimed a laser at a sheriff’s helicopter; investigators traced the beam to a driveway and found suspected fentanyl. He now faces felony charges under state law.

Clermont and Ocoee police will hold a joint news conference Friday to announce a "significant development" in a decades‑old cold case involving identified remains.

Ex-coach at Mount Dora High, Colby Erskin, was arrested on child solicitation charges involving inappropriate messages to a minor during his previous tenure at South Plantation High School.

A stabbing at Ferran Park left one man injured and prompted Eustis Police Chief Craig Capri to press the city for homelessness services as patrols ramp up.

Melbourne police are searching for 24‑year‑old Eric Jordon Jerry after officers say he attacked two officers and fled near Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital.

A cybertip led Polk County detectives to hundreds of alleged child‑sex‑abuse files and a separate video of animal abuse at a Davenport home.

A man was arrested after allegedly sending Facebook messages that threatened Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson; authorities say he faces multiple charges including aggravated stalking.

A brush fire in Eustis, Florida, has been contained after burning 94 acres and prompting evacuations; multiple fire departments and the Florida Forest Service collaborated in the effort.

Surveillance video led officers to a 43‑year‑old accused of smashing storefront and car windows across downtown; police estimate about $70,000 in damage.

An on‑court dispute at a Volusia County pickleball match left one player hurt and a married couple arrested on felony battery allegations. Local reports say deputies made the arrests after the Tuesday altercation.

A Winter Haven driver was arrested after her pickup struck a woman; officers say they recovered MDMA, cocaine, marijuana and a loaded handgun at the scene.

A roughly 10-acre brush fire near St. Johns Lane in Eustis threatened homes and prompted evacuations as crews and aircraft responded. Officials asked the public to avoid the area.

A Vero Beach man is jailed after telling police he killed his 76‑year‑old grandmother and later used her cards, officials say. Investigators are processing evidence while murder charges remain pending.