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Homeowner’s Assistance Fund mortgage mix-up leaves Florida mom on verge of foreclosure

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Wild Florida workers shoot, kill white rhino after it escapes its enclosure

Felon accused of using ‘fake’ deeds to take Volusia homes pleads no contest to fraud

Man accused of torching Longwood condo for ‘revenge’ on HOA owed $29K in dues dispute, records show

A Seminole County man accused of burning down his condo as “revenge” against his homeowners’ association owed nearly $29,000 in unpaid dues and other costs to the HOA, court records show.

More than 5,000 Florida lotto winners flagged for potential DEO debt within a year

The Florida State Lottery recently said over 5,000 winners “show(ed) potential outstanding state owed debt balance” within the last year.

‘Very aggravating:’ Attorney general reviewing complaints against Volusia hot tub company

Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is reviewing complaints against a Volusia County company that sells used hot tubs on Facebook Marketplace and other online classified sites, an agency spokesperson told News 6.

Women changing the face of Central Florida law enforcement

Law enforcement agencies in Central Florida told News 6 they have been working for years to recruit more women, but many said it has been a challenge.

Florida woman says conman used 6th-grade classmate’s name in free money scheme

A shoebox full of gift cards and receipts that represent more than $50,000, is the only evidence of any money associated with the promise of a $500,000 federal grant a Central Florida woman chased from September 2022 to January 2023.

Florida leaders energize efforts to replace leaking septic systems to save marine life

Two state leaders are energizing efforts to clean the waters of the Indian River Lagoon in an attempt to save dying marine life.

SCHEMES AND RIPOFFS


Apopka custodian used as ‘Money Mule’ to transfer $3.1M to Nigerian police barracks

The U.S. Secret Service has uncovered a multi-million dollar scheme that used a young Apopka janitor as a “money mule” to transfer cash, money orders and unemployment benefits to a Nigerian police barracks over the last six years.

‘SCAM ALERT:’ Altamonte Springs police warn of callers pretending to be officers

Altamonte Springs police are warning residents about what their department is calling a scam that involves a caller pretending to be one of their officers, according to a news release.

Trust Index: I keep getting political text messages -- are they legit?

As the Nov. 3 general election approaches, many Central Floridians have been receiving text messages on their mobile devices soliciting donations for political candidates, offering assistance with mail-in ballots or inquiring about voter registration status.

DO NOT CLICK: Scammers using ’package pending’ text to get your personal info, deputies say

Authorities are warning of a new scheme going around in the form of a text message that claims cellphone users need to claim a package before it can be delivered to them.

NEWS HEADLINES


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City of Winter Springs under audit by State of Florida

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Dr. Phillips Center summer camp registration begins

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Pilot injured after small, home-built airplane crashes in Volusia County, deputies say

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Principal of St. Cloud High School arrested, faces criminal mischief charge

MORE NEWS 6 INVESTIGATIONS


FEMA reaches deadline for Hurricane Ian assistance

One million Floridians have already applied for FEMA assistance for Hurricane Ian and are in various stages of being processed.

37 Florida Lottery winners lose money to DEO overpayments

What was supposed to be a happy day at the lottery office turned into a financial gut punch for Florida couple Dolly Kountz and Dave Kreshpane.

Here’s how Brevard County’s new beach cleaning robot could save lives

Florida’s efforts to keep beaches clean and save lives in the ocean are taking a high-tech turn with the introduction of a cleaning robot.

Can your employer track you? Lake County man fired after company’s app detected him at competitor

The day before Thanksgiving, tow truck driver Gary Leady sent a text message to his employer claiming he needed to stay home to care for his kids because his wife was sick.

Orlando performer arrested for Capitol attack insists ‘I wasn’t there to overthrow the government’

Two years after joining members of the Oath Keepers at the U.S. Capitol, an Orlando man is preparing to defend himself in court that could put him in prison.

US Army Corps of Engineers tours flood-ravaged Astor looking for solutions

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers toured the town of Astor by land and water this week to find ways to prevent the area from future floods.

‘This was fraud:’ Central Florida cryptocurrency companies react to Sam Bankman-Fried arrest

The Biden Administration estimates more than 40 million Americans own crypto currency. Local crypto business owners, who have spent years in the digital assets industry, tell News 6 it is important people understand the differences between each cryptocurrency.

US Customs agents use facial recognition system at Orlando International Airport to speed up lines

U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents at Orlando International Airport are using facial recognition technology to help speed up screening lines that often stretch to 600 passengers deep.

Lotto ticket winners in Jacksonville, Ocala lose money to DEO overpayments

Two Florida men in two different cities each won $1,000 playing lottery tickets then lost the cash prizes to the Department of Economic Opportunity the day they went to collect their holiday cash.

Nearly 430 miles of Florida beach classified as critically eroded before hurricanes hit

Before Hurricanes Ian and Nicole hit Central Florida, state researchers had declared 426 miles of Florida beach as critically eroded.

What does rebuilding look like after 2 hurricanes in Volusia County?

As crews continue to save homes along the Volusia County coast, government leaders and residents are asking about ways to build back better to withstand another hit by a strong hurricane.

Florida Gov. DeSantis speaks about tackling insurance reform during next special session

Gov. Ron DeSantis laid out potential proposals Thursday to correct the state’s crippled insurance market.

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‘We get to help them read:’ Seminole County school pairs 4th graders and kindergarteners in reading program

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Flashing lights, possibly a guardrail coming to troubled SR 408 exit

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Orange County schools team up with doctors, first responders to teach CPR

Orlando nonprofit provides free food to local veterans each month

‘Betrayed your trust:’ Joel Greenberg sentenced to 11 years in prison for child sex trafficking, fraud

Former Seminole County tax collector Joel Greenberg was sentenced to 11 years in prison after facing a judge for several federal charges, including child sex trafficking and aggravated identity theft.

Orlando FreeFall training, inspection documents ‘doctored’ after teen’s death, general manager says

News 6 has now learned, documents about employee training and safety inspections were signed and dated the night of Tyre Sampson's death in March, not in February as the dates on the document suggest.

Florida couple loses about $18K in business email compromise scheme

Americans have lost billions of dollars to cyber thieves spoofing email addresses to appear as if they were sent from legitimate title companies.

Ex-tax collector Joel Greenberg’s lawyer questions DOJ for not prosecuting ‘public figures’

A lawyer representing former Seminole County tax collector Joel Greenberg indicated in new court filings his client is facing a potential sentence of nine to 11 years in prison as punishment for child sex trafficking and other federal offenses.

‘Serial con man’ opens new Florida business after stint in prison

A convicted felon whom federal prosecutors once called a “serial con man” recently opened a new company in Florida that advertised accounting and legal services, News 6 learned.

Florida Gov. DeSantis travel expenses jump 50% as he prepares to begin next term

As Gov. Ron DeSantis prepares to begin another term in office as Florida’s governor, his travel spending has increased more than 50%, according to a News 6 investigation.

‘Never been done before:’ News 6 investigation helps lead to arrest of gas pump manipulators

An investigation into gas pump manipulators by News 6 and the Orlando U.S. Secret Service office has sparked an aggressive legal salvo by state prosecutors leading to the arrest of three Central Florida men charged with multiple counts of racketeering.

Ex-tax collector Joel Greenberg to pay Seminole County $1.3 million

Disgraced former tax collector Joel Greenberg will pay Seminole County government more than $1.3 million in restitution to cover the county’s losses while he was in office, the county attorney announced Tuesday.

Here’s what we know about the murder of an Orange County 16-year-old

More than 10 days after a pregnant teen was found dead in front of an Orange County home, investigators are not releasing any new details.

Florida senator: 3 things need to happen to correct the struggling insurance market

Florida’s insurance market was already in crisis before Hurricane Ian, now Florida lawmakers are gearing up for the second special session on property insurance this year.

Florida couple loses life savings in email real estate scheme

A couple who recently moved from Connecticut to Central Florida has become the latest victim of a national multi-billion-dollar real estate scheme.

Man finds his own stolen car while driving through Volusia County

A Volusia County man who was determined to find his stolen car managed to locate the vehicle just two days after a thief drove off in it.

Florida Amendment 1 seeks to help flooded homeowners prevent a repeat disaster

One of the key issues Florida voters will face on this year’s ballot involves flood-related home improvement projects and how much it impacts their property taxes.

Florida insurance rates could go up 20 to 30% next year, say industry analysts

Before Hurricane Ian, Florida’s insurance market was already in crisis. Now many consumers are on edge about how their premiums will change after the storm.

‘Alex the Officer’ uses verified Instagram account to expose catfishing schemes

A Miami cruise line manager has been fighting fake impostors for more than a year. But now he says he finally has a social media platform to expose the fake accounts.

Florida hires LexisNexis government security to stop international D-SNAP thieves

Florida’s Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program has been shored up with a state-of-the-art security control system implemented by LexisNexis Special Services Inc. to block a potential surge of international imposters expected to attempt to steal benefits meant for victims of Hurricane Ian.

Ormond Beach community pleads for funding to elevate homes

Three weeks after Hurricane Ian hit, neighbors in one Volusia County community pleaded for federal help to elevate their homes to avert more flooding.

Central Florida woman joins national lawsuit against Hyundai and Kia

A Polk County woman has joined a national class action lawsuit against Hyundai Motor America and Kia America Inc. alleging “blatant breach of public trust” led to a surge in thefts of certain Kia and Hyundai vehicles sold without an engine immobilizer.

‘They know where the money is:’ Fraud could cost Florida homeowners, carriers billions

Nearly three dozen contractors with a criminal past have started a door-to-door campaign to Florida homes damaged by Hurricane Ian, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB).

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers planning visit to Astor as soon as possible

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers told News 6 its team is setting up a visit to the town of Astor as soon as possible to study possible methods to prevent future flooding from storms.

Florida senator calls for new special session on insurance following Hurricane Ian

A state senator is calling for another special legislative session to deal with Florida’s property insurance problem.

Hurricane Ian damage may prevent some Central Florida voters from receiving mail ballots

Elections workers in Volusia County spent much of Tuesday running vote-by-mail ballot envelopes through postage stamping machines and stacking them in boxes in preparation for the ballots to be delivered to voters' homes.

Volusia County families ask for help to prevent homes from flooding

Bruce and Lisa Chiarizzi said they are wet, they are tired and they are angry after their home flooded again during Hurricane Ian.

Insurance companies, FEMA helping hurricane victims in Port Charlotte

Insurance agents from State Farm to Citizens Insurance are operating makeshift tent offices in a mall parking lot in Port Charlotte to help people get funds, food and supplies.

Hurricane Ian: How to spot real, fake donation requests

On Monday, GoFundMe told News 6 the site has collectively raised approximately $9 million dollars for Hurricane Ian victims through verified and trusted fundraising pages vetted by the company itself.

Study to help prevent Astor flooding gets funding

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers secure funding this month to study ways to protect the town of Astor from future floods.

Citizens Insurance spokesperson says company can pay claims

Florida's property insurance market has been in crisis even before Hurricane Ian, and the governor says Citizen's Insurance is prepared and able to pay out claims.

Unlicensed plumber ordered to pay $26K to former Brevard customers

An unlicensed contractor accused of defrauding customers throughout Central Florida pleaded no contest to eight felony charges Thursday including grand theft, organized fraud, and contracting without a license during an emergency.

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