Arthur James Young, 59, faces charges of aggravated assault, child abuse and kidnapping, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.

It’s Christmas time in the city and light displays are going up around Central Florida, with something for everyone to enjoy.

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

The facility off of Highway 441 has been at the center of an ongoing mystery in Mount Dora. Some believe it's causing a stinky smell in certain areas, and people who live nearby want to get to the bottom of it.

In a release, troopers said that the crash happened at U.S. Highway 301 and Southeast 144th Place Road around 11:41 a.m.

A 25-year-old Ocala woman was killed in a Lake County crash after the vehicle she was driving lost control and drove into a retention pond on Sunday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Police in Mount Dora are looking for a person who stole a victim’s purse at a liquor store, according to a news release.

“An Even More Haunted Victorian Christmas” brings a sequel to last year's show.

You have another opportunity to get a free flu shot this week.

After hearing from residents about bicyclists riding in the wrong lanes and going against traffic, Trooper Steve On Patrol takes a trip to Groveland to set the record straight.

Time is running out for Central Florida residents impacted by Hurricane Milton to apply for free temporary roof repairs through Operation Blue Roof Program.

A motorcyclist was killed Saturday evening after losing control and crashing into a mailbox, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A suspect was taken into custody in a shooting that left three people hurt the prior night in Eustis, according to police.

Lake County Property Appraiser Carey Baker, who ended up having to mount a write-in campaign for reelection, has lost his seat to challenger Mark Jordan.

More than 50 friends, family members, and coworkers gathered at a Clermont park on Wednesday evening to honor the life of 25-year-old Tyrek Hill, who was killed in a mass shooting in downtown Orlando last Friday.

Mount Dora police are asking for the public’s help in finding Nicole H. Baldwin, a mother of three.

A reward of up to $10,000 is offered for information on her whereabouts, according to police.

Perhaps the most heated race in Lake County for the November election is for a position that normally doesn’t garner much attention.

Here’s where to find election results for races on the ballot in Lake County. Live results will start to become available in Central Florida after the polls close at 7 p.m. on Election Day.

Eight people were sent to the hospital in two separate crashes on the Florida’s Turnpike in Lake County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A 20-year-old Umatilla man riding a motorcycle through Lake County was killed when he was hit by a pickup truck that was traveling the wrong way, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

If it seems like there are longer lines at early voter polling stations, it’s not your imagination. Central Floridians are setting record numbers for voting early, and that should continue heading into the final weekend before the election.

After a $32 million cut in state funding for the arts, Central Florida is now trying to keep its art scene alive with new budget plans for the upcoming year.

Weeks after Hurricane Milton hit Florida, many are still dealing with flooding, making everyday life difficult.

Gasoline prices have continued their downward trend toward three-year lows as the U.S. election nears.

Halloweekend is here! It’s finally time to debut that costume you’ve been planning and get in the ghostly spirit. Whether you’re looking for a fright, a sweet treat or a fun family activity, the weekend before Halloween is filled with ghoulish events to explore. Kick off the Halloween festivities with these Central Florida events.

Deputies said he was last spotted near 37600 Rolling Acres Road in Lady Lake.

Life has come full circle for Clermont Police Sgt. Kris Kruse. He's taking flight in the same helicopter used to save his life.

More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value.

The new plates include designs based on Margaritaville, Universal Orlando Resort, and The Villages — among others.

A 36-year-old employee at an Orange county middle school faces charges of possession of child sexual abuse materials, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Middle District of Florida.

One county is seeing a steady number of voters visiting a new polling site. Election leaders are hoping the town of Eatonville will help ease traffic in the Orange County area.

Early voting starts Monday, Oct. 21 in most Central Florida counties, with Sumter County kicking off on Tuesday.

Twenty years ago, Lake County asked voters to weigh in on providing funding for conservation efforts. This referendum is back on the ballot this year for renewal.

Perhaps the most heated race in Lake County for the November election is for a position that normally doesn’t garner much attention.

Investigators said the incident over five years ago, which is when the man strangled his stepmother at the Greenwood Cemetery in Lake County.

Early voting has kicked off in Central Florida, with thousands of ballots already coming in.

Two people in a Tavares mobile park were found dead from carbon monoxide poisoning after using a generator after Hurricane Milton, according to the police department.

In a recent discussion, Central Florida election supervisors addressed a range of concerns about the upcoming election, including polling place accessibility and the potential impact of hand-counting ballots.

As election season approaches, Central Florida's election supervisors are confronting not only logistical challenges but also ongoing skepticism from election deniers.

Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against a Montverde woman who was arrested in August on murder and child abuse charges in the death of a 9-year-old girl, according to new court filings.

As slightly cooler weather starts to creep into Central Florida, residents will be looking to experience all of the great activities on offer, including the Fall Fest at Great Scott Farms in Lake County.

Even after Hurricane Milton left the state, some areas along the river have reached staggering flood levels.

In a recent interview with News 6, election supervisors from five Central Florida counties shared their thoughts on the upcoming November election, highlighting both optimism and concern.

Nestled in the heart of Lake County, Leesburg is experiencing a significant surge in both population and development.

A 33-year-old woman faces DUI charges after she is accused of driving recklessly, including driving extremely close to power crews that were working, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.

Leesburg police have arrested two men in the shooting death of an 87-year-old at a gas station last month.

Days after Hurricane Milton swept through Central Florida, officials say Lake County escaped the worst of the storm, but is still looking at lasting impacts.

A 59-year-old Sorrento man died on Sunday after crashing a dirt bike into trees in Lake County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Hurricane Milton is behind us, but flooding is still impacting people along the St. Johns River.

A 30-year-old man riding a bicycle was struck and killed on State Road 50 in Lake County, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

Carlos Rodriguez used his chainsaw to clear a path on Old Colony Road in Leesburg after Hurricane Milton’s strong winds knocked down a massive tree onto his home.

It’s that time of year again. And we’re not talking about hurricane season.

Hurricane Milton wrecked parts of Central Florida.

The combination of heavy rain south of the St. Johns River and strong northerly winds on the backside of Hurricane Milton are sending the St. Johns River into major flood stage.

As the storm progresses, News 6 is keeping an eye on various road closures throughout the region brought on by Milton.

Hurricane Milton on Wednesday continues to move through the Gulf of Mexico on a path toward Florida’s Gulf Coast.

Milton officially made landfall near Siesta Key as a Category 3 hurricane on Wednesday evening, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Ahead of Milton’s landfall in the state, Duke Energy stated that it is already preparing around 10,000 responders — many from out of state — to help with recovery efforts.

Hurricane Milton continues on its path toward Florida as a dangerous major hurricane.

Hurricane Milton on Wednesday continues to move through the Gulf of Mexico on a path toward Florida’s Gulf Coast.

Lake County closed several boat ramps on Monday ahead of Hurricane Milton's arrival in an area that is prone to flooding.

Hurricane Milton will bring the potential for strong damaging winds, considerable rainfall, threat for flooding, tornadoes and even coastal storm surge through the duration of the storm.

Another long-standing restaurant in Central Florida is closing its doors for good.

Check out the Player of the Week featuring Molly O'Hara of East Ridge High School.

It’s that time of year where the dreams switch to nightmares, pumpkins turn into jack-o-lanterns and houses become haunted.

Uncertain about what you’re walking into when hitting the polls? Here is everything you need to know to vote in the upcoming Nov. 5 election in Lake County.

The attorney of a woman accused of luring Lake County deputies into an ambush, killing one and wounding two others, has entered another written plea of not guilty on all charges.

Here's when and where you can receive a free flu shot.

The state of Florida intends to seek the death penalty against Julie Sulpizio, the woman accused of luring Lake County deputies into an ambush that killed one deputy and injured two others, according to court records.

So, can you really avoid toxins at the grocery store? Is paying more for organic food worth it or are you just throwing away your hard-earned cash?

As a way to ease its long-standing parking problems, the city is set to launch a free, on-demand electric shuttle service.

Leesburg police are asking the public for information after an 87-year-old man sitting in a car at a gas station was shot by someone arguing with him.

Drivers will soon be able to purchase these new plates, though they might have to wait a while before actually getting one.

After Hurricane Helene made its way up Florida’s west coast late Thursday night and into Friday morning, Brevard, Orange, Seminole, Lake and Volusia school districts all opened Friday, but with backlash from parents.

After the Eustis Police Department became the first law enforcement agency in Florida to install and then activate school-zone speed cameras, the number of drivers detected speeding 11 mph over the posted speed limit steadily increased.

Concerns about flooding are increasing for people who live in Astor as some streets are already filled with water ahead of a potential impact from Hurricane Helene.

The Matchmaking Company issued a partial refund after News 6 began investigating

A student was arrested in Clermont after making a school bombing threat over text, according to the police department.

Energized Democrats are becoming a force in the conservative Florida retirement community known as The Villages.

The contentious race for property appraiser will continue in Lake County after a judge refused incumbent Carey Baker’s request to kick challenger Mark Jordan off the ballot, in a case that has angered Republican leaders in the county and left Baker to run for reelection as a write-in candidate.

Check out the Player of the Week featuring Evy DeClercq of Montverde Academy.

While Florida doesn’t really feel like fall because, well, it’s always hot here, we can make the most of the season by doing all the typical fall things.

A 15-year-old was arrested in Lady Lake after police said he fired a gun outside a restaurant where a fight occurred.

With students at Central Florida public schools now about a month into their classes, a fair shake of primary and secondary campuses in our coverage area have already experienced some form of disruption in response to perceived threats.

Laurie Shaver, the woman accused of killing her husband and burying him under a concrete slab, was found guilty of second-degree murder on Friday evening.

The state has several more witnesses to hear from as Laurie Shaver's murder trial continues.

The former NYPD lieutenant said he’s still living with gripping memories of the attacks and the recovering bodies from the debris.

An ongoing murder trial in Lake County focuses on Laurie Shaver, who is accused of killing her husband, Michael Shaver, and burying his remains in her backyard.

The trial for the Lake County woman accused of killing her husband and burying his remains in her backyard will resume Tuesday.

Water outages in Mount Dora prompt an alert from the city.

Florida’s Turnpike is closed in Lake County due to a vehicle fire.

The trial for the Lake County woman accused of killing her husband and burying his remains in her backyard will resume Tuesday.

The city of Tavares is hoping to keep Santa Claus on a tighter timeline during its annual Christmas parade this year.

Less than three weeks before the start of its busy fall season, Southern Hill Farms in Clermont has suffered a setback after a fire.

Flea markets can be a load of fun. And some of the state's top flea markets can be found right here in Central Florida.

Day one of the trial for the Lake County woman accused of killing her husband and burying his remains in her backyard concluded on Monday afternoon.

A hardware store in Lake County held a fundraiser on Saturday to help raise money for the family of the a 2-year-old boy who was run over by an accused drunken driver last week.

A man accused of burglarizing a home in Paisley was arrested after presenting a deputy with a bag of meth and asking him to test it, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.

The Mount Dora Fire Department is now home to a new water rescue unit.