Elections aren’t every four years; they happen all the time. 2026 is a midterm year, and some city elections are happening on three days in March in Flagler and Orange counties.

The FHP says a fatal crash is blocking a Flagler County road.

Alvarez Reyna later told detectives that after his stealing spree, he drove to his girlfriend’s residence only to discover she was cooking with another man, which prompted him to toss most of the stolen meat, deputies said.

Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly presented an award to Cody Clark, who called deputies about suspicious activity along U.S. Highway 1 that led to arrest of a registered sex offender accused of kidnapping an 11-year-old boy.

An 18-year-old man in Palm Coast was arrested after he was found with a missing Central Florida girl earlier this month, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

A 75-year-old man injured in a hit-and-run involving an e-bike is speaking out after Flagler County investigators say they identified and arrested the driver responsible.

Cold weather shelters across Central Florida will be open this weekend as record cold and dangerous wind chills hit the area.

Flagler Beach firefighters helped save two adults and a child from a capsizing sailboat, according to the fire department.

The acquisition was made possible through a combination of seized drug money, year-end budget savings, and a generous donation from Dan Newlin, according to a news release.

Flagler County Land Management is entering its fourth year of hosting the popular guided tour series.

A former home health aide in Flagler County was rearrested after a second senior victim came forward with allegations of theft, according to a news release from the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

A recent arrest in Flagler County underscores how online predators are evolving their methods to target children beyond traditional social media platforms.

Crews were also able to remove several sections of the old pier last week. Looking ahead, city officials say that — weather permitting — the project is less than two weeks from driving its first concrete test pile

School threat hoaxes can cost upwards of $10,000 to respond to and investigate, on Central Florida sheriff said after a trio of school threat hoaxes in a five-day-span. But the ripple effects extend beyond wasted taxpayer dollars.

A 15-year-old will be charged as an adult after his arrest in connection with the reported kidnapping of a missing boy by a sex offender in Flagler County, according to the sheriff’s office.

A “heavily involved” fire sparked by a faulty mini-refrigerator damaged a home on Friday evening, according to the Palm Coast Fire Department.

People in some Central Florida counties may want to run their pool pumps overnight as temperatures fall below freezing. Here's what pool experts say to do.

A Palm Coast couple was arrested this week after a welfare check revealed “deplorable” living conditions inside their home, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

Once again, it’s flu season in Florida, and most areas of the state have seen gains in the number of people who’ve caught the bug.

A 911 call is revealing new details about how deputies were able to find a registered sex offender who was arrested last week while driving with a missing child he's accused of kidnapping and torturing.

A Palm Coast man wanted in Indiana was arrested on his fifth DUI after Flagler County deputies stopped him for reckless driving, according to the sheriff’s office.

Statewide, the Florida high school graduation rate is at 92.2%, up from 89.7% the previous year. Central Florida's school districts are also touting improved rates.

Freeze watch issued for all of Central Florida

After promising to leave her husband for a 13-year-old she raped, a Palm Coast woman now faces prison time for her crimes, according to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office.

Temperatures are expected to start dropping Thursday through the weekend as a cold front sends lows across Central Florida into the 30s for Friday. Some counties in our area are already announcing when cold weather shelters will open for the weekend.

Temperatures on Friday dropped to their lowest in a while, and we expect more cold weather on the way starting Sunday and into next week. Shelters for people who need to stay somewhere warmer are available across Central Florida.

This road is so old that it predates Florida itself — as well as the rest of the country.

There are plenty of people who want to live in the Sunshine State. But according to a new study, there’s one city that’s better than the rest.

A controlled burn caused zero visibility in some parts of State Road 100 in west Flagler County, according to the sheriff’s office.

A 54-year-old man died while in custody after he was arrested for DUI in Flagler County, according to sheriff’s officials.

An undocumented migrant from Cuba is finally set to be deported after sexually assaulting a teen, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

A man who was extradited from North Carolina to Florida in a Flagler County sex-crimes case has been sentenced to a decade in prison, according to the sheriff.

It’s already been a week into the new year, and state officials have revealed which parts of Florida were most affected by fatal car crashes in 2025.

Matanzas High School was placed on a hold status as the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office looks into “the potential presence of modified fireworks” in a student’s vehicle near campus.

A crash involving a pickup truck and a motorcycle killed a person in Flagler Beach and has shut down State Road A1A.

City officials announced on social media that crews will begin removing spans of the pier near the A-frame structure on the landward side and then work seaward.

Flagler County deputies arrested a registered sex offender last week after finding him driving with a missing child he allegedly kidnapped and tortured. Alongside the sex offender, a 15-year-old juvenile was also in the vehicle and taken into custody. Authorities are now investigating whether the teen will face additional charges.

A Flagler County home health aide is accused of stealing cash and a debit card from a senior she was caring for, according to the sheriff’s office.

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.

Days after a registered sex offender was found with a missing child in Central Florida, deputies have released more information about what may have led to the kidnapping.

A missing juvenile was finally located when deputies pulled over a sex offender in Flagler County on Wednesday morning, according to the sheriff’s office. Then, the traffic stop escalated.

Central Florida residents will need to bundle up this week as a strong cold front causes temperatures to drop like a bejeweled ball on New Year’s Eve. We've put together a list of locations where people can escape the cold this week. Keep checking back for updates.

A wanted Central Florida man was caught after deputies noticed that his car had a wrong tag, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.

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.

A Flagler Beach man suffered fatal injuries in a motorcycle crash near Bunnell, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A deputy was conducting traffic enforcement on Old Dixie Highway when he stopped a grey Volkswagen. The driver, later identified as Byrone Lord, accelerated into oncoming traffic and fled onto U.S. 1, a news release states.

A Florida man found guilty of stealing from a Palm Coast home while on a state prison inmate work crew has been given an eight-year sentence, records show.

Body camera video showed the moments a Flagler County Sheriff’s Office K9 helped capture a man accused of stealing a truck and committing multiple burglaries.

A Silver Alert has been canceled upon the location of a missing Palm Coast man, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

With the discussion around property tax cuts hitting a fever pitch in Florida, a new report shows which counties have imposed the highest levies statewide.

Officials say two Flagler County sheriff’s deputies were struck by a vehicle near Palm Coast.

Law enforcement officers in Flagler County broke car windows to rescue an unconscious driver who was later arrested on drug charges after fentanyl was found in his vehicle.

The end of 2025 is approaching, and it’s time to ring in the new year!

A former Flagler County Fire Rescue employee was found guilty Wednesday of sexually battering a patient who was unconscious in an ambulance.

With the One Big Beautiful Bill Act being signed into law last month, Florida residents are slated to see big tax cuts on average.

According to a news release, the decision came after reviewing evidence presented by the Ormond Beach Police Department.

Isabella Martinez Cardoso was last seen wearing a black hoodie with blue lettering, black jeans with a rip at the knee, and black Vans sneakers.

A death investigation of a juvenile prompted a large law-enforcement presence in Palm Coast, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

A detective from the Flagler County Sheriff's Office has been suspended without pay after being arrested.

Three men arrested in two separate burglaries in Flagler County now face deportation, according to sheriff’s officials.

Eighteen months after someone opened fire at a home in Bunnell, the city’s police agency says a suspect in the case has been caught.

No injuries were reported after a fire damaged a home in Flagler Beach on Saturday morning, according to fire officials.

A new petition is calling for a portion of Central Florida to be renamed after the country's 47th president.

The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a possible attempted child abduction after a juvenile female reported being approached while roller skating in her Palm Coast neighborhood on Sunday.

Another nine eateries were forced to shut their doors over issues like cockroaches, droppings, and storage violations, state records show.

Flagler County deputies are attempting to identify a masked person who was seen leaving various items at the front door of multiple homes in Palm Coast, according to the sheriff’s office.

After months of discussion, the Palm Coast City Council has officially approved a change to its parking ordinance that will now allow certain work trucks to be parked long-term in residential driveways.

Flagler deputies say two people were shot in a domestic disturbance in Palm Coast, deputies said.

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

If you enjoy searching for chairs to reupholster, vintage cookware, or clothes and toys to flip on eBay, you might want to point your car toward the Florida Atlantic coast. The A1A Super Scenic Garage Sale returns for its 17th year.

A group led by dolphin experts, with financial backing from a Clay County couple, is a step closer to becoming the new owners of the historic Marineland Dolphin Adventure near the St. Johns-Flagler County line.

According to a news release, the investigation began in May after a parent reported that Giovanni Curtis, 22, had inappropriately touched their child multiple times over several years.

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.

Counties across Central Florida are preparing to open shelters as historic wind chills are expected this week.

Most major grocery stores in Central Florida will be closed on Thanksgiving, so for people with a preferred store, getting everything on that list is paramount. But if you’re not picky, there are a handful of stores that will be open, albeit with reduced hours.

Here are the events happening throughout Central Florida.

This week, U.S. News & World Report has revealed the best places to retire in 2026.

U.S. News & World Report has revealed its latest ranking of the best elementary schools across the nation, including those within Florida.

As the government shutdown continues, federal employees are working without paychecks, and starting Nov. 1, federal SNAP benefits will not be available. If you or someone you know needs help with food donations, check out these websites to find programs near you.

Here is a look at cases in Central Florida and where you can find other unresolved crimes.

A 22-year-old man was arrested Saturday night after using police-style emergency lights to stop another vehicle while driving recklessly through Flagler County, according to a news release.

The family of a 22-year-old man is fighting for justice and custody of his child after he died from pneumonia while recovering in the hospital from a car crash.

In Central Florida, at least 18 No Kings rallies are expected from Palm Coast to Poinciana, and of course, in Orlando on Saturday. They’re among 2,500 expected protests nationwide.

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

A 2-year-old Flagler County K-9 died due to an unknown medical issue, according to the sheriff’s office.

On Tuesday, a restraining order was approved against Central Florida Congressman Cory Mills, who was accused earlier this year of threatening his former girlfriend.

Troopers say an 80-year-old Palm Coast woman died after her vehicle ran off the roadway and crashed into two signs and several trees in Flagler County.

A U.S. Navy flare washed up on a Florida beach over the weekend.

Flagler County deputies arrested a man wanted out of North Carolina in connection to what the sheriff’s office says are more than a dozen sex offenses involving a minor, according to a news release.

Over 20 pounds of cocaine was found along a Florida beach.

A Coastal Flood Warning is in effect Friday for coastal Flagler, Volusia and northern Brevard counties.

Officials say an off-duty Daytona Beach police officer was arrested on DUI charges.

King Tides combined with a developing storm off of the Florida coast could create flooding along the coast.

As the Florida Highway Patrol continues to search for the person responsible for a hit-and-run crash that left three people dead in Volusia County over the weekend, co-workers and loved ones are remembering two of the victims who were married to each other.

The state attorney in Volusia County plans to seek the death penalty in the case against 24-year-old Eduardo Machado, who is accused of fatally shooting an Edgewater officer, who was killed at a gas station last month.

Three people, including a Flagler County official and his wife, were killed in a chain-reaction hit-and-run crash that prompted the partial closure of Interstate 4 in Volusia County overnight, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

This class offers an opportunity to learn how to identify severe weather and play a role in keeping your community safe.

Rip currents occur all year round in Florida, but they become more noticeable in the summer when more people venture out into the warmer water.

The FHP says a 76-year-old Melbourne man was killed in a wrong-way crash on U.S. 1 in Flagler County.

The FHP says an 18-year-old Palm Coast man died when his motorcycle struck a deer in Flagler County and he was then hit by a car.