Travis McGowen, operations administrator with the Florida Forest Service, said crews are “feeling pretty good” about firefighting efforts in Daytona Beach due to the change in weather.

A former Daytona Beach police officer who was arrested last month will remain in jail while awaiting trial on drug charges. Amber Williamson is accused of trafficking fentanyl and meth.

Homes are being evacuated in a Daytona Beach neighborhood because of a brush fire crews are battling. Our News 6 meteorologists say drought conditions are pretty bad right now and with the cold front, they are only going to get worse.

Deputies say a 5-year-old beachgoer was struck by an e-bike in a hit-and-run on Daytona Beach.

Today we set numerous high temperature records across the viewing area. While temps fall off a bit tomorrow as our next front approaches, it will still be warm before a day or two of winter chill. Then it almost seems like spring may take command of the weather set up from here on out.

Central Florida is in the middle of a big time warm up, and it is only getting hotter.

A 13-year-old boy was slashed in an attack at the Daytona Beach boardwalk. The suspect, Jermaine Long, was ordered by a judge to remain in jail ahead of his trial.

A man accused of randomly attacking and slashing a 13-year-old boy’s throat in Daytona Beach will remain in jail while awaiting trial for another violent act.

The FHP says a 54-year-old Deltona woman was ejected from her vehicle and killed in Volusia County.

Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall, the musical earned 12 Tony nominations, including an eventual best actress winning trophy for Adrienne Warren in the title role.

News 6 has learned that Jermaine Long, the man accused of randomly attacking and slashing a 13-year-old boy’s throat in Daytona Beach, had been questioned earlier that day by police for another violent act involving him swinging a sledgehammer at a man.

A 13-year-old boy attacked near the Slingshot ride on the Daytona Beach boardwalk described the moment a man randomly ran up to him and slashed his neck.

A possible threat at Embry-Riddle University has forced a lockdown, according to the Daytona Beach Police Department.

Police say a 13-year-old boy was randomly attacked and had his throat slashed near the Slingshot ride on the Daytona Beach boardwalk over the weekend.

Police say a 44-year-old man violently attacked a juvenile in Daytona Beach.

Thousands of fans gathered for the 66th running of the Daytona 500, widely known as “The Great American Race.”

Tyler Reddick won the Daytona 500 in a car owned by Michael Jordan when Chase Elliott crashed as he and Reddick were battling for the win.

Comedian Nate Bargatze served as the grand marshal for the Daytona 500.

All lanes of Interstate 95 have now reopened, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

NASCAR has moved up the start of Sunday’s Daytona 500 by one hour because forecasters are warning of bad weather.

After Daytona Beach Mayor Derrick Hendry raised “concerns” following his wife being pulled over this week, the police chief took to social media to defend his department.

NASCAR fans are imagining a trade deadline, but drivers and teams say the sport’s structure makes real trades unlikely.

This weekend, Daytona Beach hosts the inaugural Full Throttle Festival presented by Mando, an all-night celebration of music, comedy, BBQ, and beer curated by comedian Bert Kreischer as the ultimate pre-party for the 2026 Daytona 500.

Garrett Mitchell is better known as “Cleetus McFarland” to his millions of followers gained over the years as a racing influencer.

Noah Gragson was the first driver busted during Daytona 500 qualifying for violating the new rule that specifies drivers are banned for sticking their hands out the opening of the window during the qualifying run.

A storm for Valentine's weekend is making headlines, and today I want to spend some time discussing exactly what to expect as it rolls through town.

William Byron is chasing a third straight Daytona 500 win at a sold-out Daytona International Speedway.

Amid a statewide crusade to tackle "wasteful spending," Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia is slated to speak in Daytona Beach on Wednesday morning.

As we move into Valentine's Day weekend, we're watching for a potential storm system that could mess with your plans.

A pickup truck was taken into evidence after it struck and killed a pedestrian in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A paraprofessional at Seabreeze High School was arrested on Thursday after reports that he used violence against a student with Down Syndrome, according to police.

Daytona Beach police arrested three people after a domestic disturbance escalated into a roadside shooting that left a man injured Tuesday, according to a news release.

The U.S. Coast Guard said it coordinated with the crew of an oil tanker to save three people on a sailing vessel that was taking on water hundreds of miles from the Florida coast.

According to court documents, Smith recruited the two victims separately in 2021 and 2022 by offering narcotics and money-making opportunities.

Below-freezing temperatures return Sunday night.

A bitter start this morning, with temperatures in the low to mid 20s across the area

A hard freeze is likely Saturday night into Sunday.

Law enforcement pursuing a stolen car from Brevard County to Orange City caught it all on camera, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office.

A former Daytona Beach police officer who was arrested last week and released by a judge is back behind bars after being approached with new warrants, according to Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood.

The city of Daytona Beach has officially declared the Daytona Gardens apartment complex a nuisance property following repeated police responses tied to violent crime.

An actor will serve as the honorary pace car driver for the Daytona 500.

Roger Penske's team won the Rolex 24 at Daytona, marking a three-peat in the prestigious endurance race.

Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood joins deputies for the arrest of two people accused of dealing drugs because one of them used to be a Daytona Beach police officer.

Right now, this massive shark has found its way back to the Sunshine State.

A missing 88-year-old woman in Daytona Beach is now considered endangered, according to the police department.

New video from the Daytona Beach Police Department shows the arrest of a man accused of trying to steal cars at a dealership earlier this month.

The ACSI has ranked the best convenience stores for customer satisfaction. But it turns out that Buc-ee's wasn't rated the top pick.

After a Leesburg man was arrested in 2021 for fatally attacking his coworker with a metal bat, he now faces life behind bars for his crimes, according to court records obtained by News 6.

Over a week into the new year, over a dozen more Central Florida restaurants have been forced to close up shop after a visit from a health inspector.

News 6 first told you about a forgotten piece of Daytona Beach history last June after it had fallen into disrepair. Now, that historic cemetery is getting a second chance.

During the week of New Year’s, half a dozen restaurants across Central Florida were forced to close temporarily over health violations, according to the state’s DBPR.

A new bill filed this week could redesignate 40 different roadways across the state after slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Daytona Beach businesses say they need more security urgently as safety concerns rise with homeless panhandling and confronting customers on their properties.

A Volusia County woman was sentenced Monday to 32 years in prison after pleading no contest to charges in the death of her 14-year-old son, according to a news release from the7th Judicial Circuit State Attorney’s Office.

WKMG-TV lists job opening.

With its warm weather and low taxes, it’s no surprise that Florida is a huge retirement hotspot for seniors across the nation. But some cities are better picks than others.

Cult grocery store darling Trader Joe’s is coming to east Orange County.

Visitors from across North America traded traditional winter scenes for sand and surf this Christmas Eve, as Central Florida’s beaches drew holiday crowds seeking warmth and sunshine.

City leaders say the goal is to preserve the building’s historic character while creating a destination that draws more people downtown.

At least one person died when a fire broke out at a Daytona Beach home, according to fire officials.

A Volusia County man accused of defrauding more than 100 students out of hundreds of thousands of dollars for a European trip that never materialized faced a judge Thursday, who ordered him held on $4 million bond.

The man accused of taking hundreds of thousands of dollars from more than 100 high school students for a European trip that never happened was met face-to-face Thursday by Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood and by the students who say they were scammed.

A man was reported missing out of Daytona Beach on Wednesday, according to the police department.

Another five Central Florida eateries were forced to shut down, and they all reportedly shared one feature in common: rodent droppings.

Daytona Beach’s Beachside Redevelopment Board is set to discuss new security measures this week, including whether to bring additional patrols to the area similar to those already in place across the bridge on Beach Street.

The state’s Joint Legislative Auditing Committee, made up of state representatives and senators, voted unanimously Monday to investigate the city of Daytona Beach over reports about spending irregularities and a surplus in building permit revenues.

Deputies said they indeed came back with a warrant, "thereby satisfying the doormat's request."

The Volusia Sheriff’s Office is searching for a woman who was last known to be in the Daytona Beach area.

Soon, your four-legged friends will be able to soak up the sun and get their paws in the sand in Daytona Beach.

A Daytona Beach police officer was arrested “following an investigation into a domestic battery incident,” according to a news release.

He was last seen leaving the area of SMA Healthcare earlier this year, according to deputies. Now, detectives are trying to track him down.

Sports personality Stephen A. Smith spoke with News 6 about Magic stars Banchero and Wagner and weighed in on the Gators' pursuit of Lane Kiffin.

Check out who's coming to Daytona Beach for Welcome to Rockville 2026!

From markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.

Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood says a wanted man who recently beat, chased, and dragged his girlfriend on camera has been arrested.

A man is wanted after deputies said he was caught beating and dragging a woman before fleeing on Thursday.

Did you look up? What a beautiful sight.

The new Trader Joe’s will open on Friday, Nov. 14 at 9 a.m. There are about two dozen Trader Joe’s currently open in Florida.

A house fire is under investigation in Daytona Beach.

According to Sheriff Mike Chitwood, more than 39,000 households in Volusia County rely on SNAP benefits. With recent cuts taking effect, local food banks and volunteers say the need has surged in recent weeks.

A drive-thru food giveaway happening today in Daytona Beach comes as local agencies scramble to meet the growing need.

Daytona Beach leaders are expected to vote Wednesday on whether to extend unarmed security patrols in some of the city’s most visited corridors, including Main Street and Beach Street.

Starting Dec. 1, dog owners will have a new place to enjoy the sand and surf in Daytona Beach.

Daytona Beach police said they are investigating a fatal shooting that left a 23-year-old man dead on early Sunday morning.

Donations will be accepted on Saturday at the Sunoco Injector off NASCAR Drive at the Daytona International Speedway. The food distribution event for verified SNAP recipients will take place on Sunday.

A dozen more Central Florida restaurants were forced to close their doors last week after a visit from a health inspector — including a popular eatery in Orlando’s Mills 50 district.

While the threat of a recession seems to have abated, there’s another danger looming over Florida’s future, UCF economist Sean Snaith announced in his latest forecast.

Time to get ready for holiday light displays! Here are some events kicking off this month.

Just in time for summer, pest-control company Terminix has released its annual report on the most bedbug-infested cities in the nation.

A recent report has revealed the fastest-growing cities in the United States — and it turns out the top pick is right here in Central Florida.

The historic Jackie Robinson Ballpark, opened in 1914 and recognized as the oldest ballpark still used in Minor League Baseball, is undergoing a comprehensive $30 million renovation and expansion project that will transform the beloved landmark into a premier baseball facility meeting MLB standards.

A man accused of trying to run after rear-ending a motorcycle in Daytona Beach was rescued from a pond that he crashed into soon after, according to police.

A 13-year-old Daytona Beach girl whose disappearance sparked a statewide alert has been found safe, according to the police department.

A man died while he was swimming after his boat in the Intracoastal Waterway, according to the Daytona Beach Police Department.

Central Florida will enjoy a mainly dry Sunday to wrap up the weekend, with just a few isolated showers possible later in the day as a weak front approaches from the north.

With sunny skies and thousands of bikers rolling into town, Volusia County law enforcement is increasing its presence as the 33rd annual Biketoberfest gets underway.

Viewers across Florida’s east coast have been asking about the strange glowing clouds that appeared in the sky just before sunrise this morning.

Thousands of riders are rolling into Volusia County as the 33rd Annual Biketoberfest officially kicks off, and safety remains a top priority for local officials.

The 33rd annual Biketoberfest starts Thursday in Daytona Beach. In nearby Flagler County, law enforcement is preparing for the traffic influx.

Sidewalks throughout their neighborhood have become so slippery that residents say walking on the street now feels safer.