Sanford officials are again weighing a citywide fire assessment fee as a November 3, 2026 property‑tax amendment threatens to cut local revenue by millions.

A Belleview rodeo turned chaotic when deputies say a man tried to run a woman over with a horse; he fled and was arrested after hiding in a secondary vehicle. Investigators are still piecing together the affidavit and charges.

Highs near 94°F with storms likely this afternoon. Heat index may top 102°F — have an indoor backup for outdoor plans.

The Florida Police Chiefs Association formally endorsed Sen. Ashley Moody, giving the incumbent a major law‑enforcement boost ahead of the 2026 Senate race.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has opened a probe into potassium bromate, a flour additive flagged by animal studies; the investigation could prompt enforcement or policy changes. Regulators and lawmakers are already watching the issue closely.

A new analysis finds Florida has the highest U.S. rate of pedestrian deaths involving drivers 65 and older, raising fresh questions about road design and licensing.

A multi‑agency sweep in Osceola County led to 126 arrests after registered sex offenders allegedly failed to update required registration details, officials said.

Lake County’s master plan would place a $214M high school and a $47M elementary near the Wellness Way corridor, with officials aiming to secure land and funding by 2028.

A new Downtown Maitland multimodal study identifies 138 crashes on Maitland Avenue and recommends crosswalks, lane tweaks and intersection rebuilds for city leaders to consider.

Phở Bar has opened at Dellagio Town Center, serving made-from-scratch pho, rice plates and specialty teas for dinner crowds.

A child was killed Sunday afternoon in a Kissimmee shooting, deputies say. The sheriff's office says the investigation is ongoing and there is no threat to the community.

Northbound I‑95 at Exit 244 near New Smyrna Beach was shut early Monday after a deadly crash; FHP logged a fatality and urged drivers to seek alternate routes.

A Kissimmee transplant patient ran out of antirejection drugs during an insurance switch, and his wife says paperwork delays left him without life‑saving medicine. Local reporting shows gaps in CHAMPVA and other plans can be dangerous.