James Fednor Meristin of Ocoee was sentenced to three years in prison for running a fraudulent tax preparation business and must pay $2.3 million in restitution.

Fire caused by a gym treadmill in The Adeline Apartments, Maitland, resulted in an evacuation; no injuries reported. Firefighters successfully contained the blaze.

A traveler wanted for homicide was arrested at Orlando International Airport by CBP officers, who identified the person as having an active warrant for murder with a firearm.

An 18-year-old woman died in Orange County after a shooting and car crash. No suspects or motives are clear, and authorities are investigating. The community awaits further details as the investigation continues.

Florida AG criticizes State Attorney Worrell's decision to charge Tina Allgeo with second-degree murder in a road-rage-related shooting, and both parties argue over prosecutorial discretion and self-defense laws.

A student was taken into custody for having a gun on an Ocala school bus; no threats or injuries were reported.

A 44-year-old man died in Osceola County after his scooter crashed while trying to change lanes. He was not wearing a helmet at the time. FHP is investigating the incident.

Jason Rosario arrested for allegedly stabbing a patron ten times over a bar tab dispute at Grumpy's Underground in Orlando.

A man died and another was seriously injured when their Corvette went airborne and hit a tree in Lake County, as investigated by Florida Highway Patrol.

A woman mistakenly entering a driveway was attacked and shot at by the homeowner, Roman Rawicki, in Palm Bay, leading to his arrest for attempted murder. The incident involved physical restraint and 17 shots fired as she fled.

Three teenagers in Seminole County have been charged for making a false boating incident report on Lake Brantley, prompting a substantial yet unnecessary search response.

Shahzaib Ahmed Khan has been arrested for fatally shooting David Donahue-Alayon in an Osceola County hotel; the incident is suspected to be drug-related.

A Winter Park man was arrested for an alleged investment scam, investigated by the FDLE, for defrauding victims of millions of dollars through fake real estate investments.