A Central Florida man is facing charges with attempted second-degree murder after authorities say he shot another man multiple times during a family-related dispute while his two young children were inside the vehicle with him.
Dozens of people gathered Thursday night, many wearing pink — a color loved by Nicole Grayson, the 43-year-old mother who died after jumping into a river to save her young son — as they struggled to process the tragedy that unfolded just days earlier.
Starting Wednesday, all visitors to Blue Spring State Park — including annual passholders, pedestrians and cyclists — must have a day-use reservation to enter the park.
The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games take place in Minneapolis from June 20-26. Thousands of athletes from all 50 states will be there, competing for medals in a variety of sports. Nearly 200 athletes and coaches make up Florida's delegation. News 6 Sports Director Jamie Seh met members of Team Florida's gymnastics squad.
In an update issued Sunday, police said they obtained a warrant and took the suspect, 21-year-old Joseph Aviles, into custody without incident.
After entering through an unlocked door, the two suspects apparently messed with ESE equipment before going around the campus taking things, according to the police department.
Repairs are underway at the 1876 Heritage Inn in Orange City more than two months after a truck crash displaced about 50 guests, with some residents now allowed back inside to collect belongings while they search for where to live next.
A 22-year-old man drowned in the St. Johns River while snorkeling on Saturday near French Landing in Orange City, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
The owner of the damaged 1876 Heritage Inn said repairs would take just a week. Unfortunately, that won’t happen.
CardiTee, Clawford, and Lilypad all arrived at SeaWorld Orlando as orphaned calves and have now reached the health and weight benchmarks needed to survive on their own.
The shooting happened on Tuesday at the Truist Bank on Enterprise Road. The subject involved in the incident was transported to a hospital for medical treatment, according to police.
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.
Blue Spring State Park’s innovative Rolling Hikes program is breaking down barriers to outdoor recreation, offering nature enthusiasts of all mobility levels the chance to explore Florida’s stunning wilderness.
A bid by Orange City’s mayor to remove the city clerk failed Friday night after a packed special meeting where every resident who spoke urged the council to keep her in the job.
Two California residents were taken into custody after an Orange City woman was scammed out of nearly half a million dollars, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
At a meeting on Tuesday night, council members will vote on a second reading of Ordinance 690, which bans solicitation in certain medians and intersections.
A 21-year-old Orange City woman was struck and killed early Sunday in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
An Orange City preschool teacher was arrested on allegations of child abuse involving a 3-year-old, according to police.
Blue Spring State Park on Monday urged visitors to not destroy the space after a recent case of vandalism.
The sheriff's office released footage of the arrests during a three-day undercover operation targeting men accused of being online predators.
Conservationists and wildlife partners came together for the release of Churro, a 700 pound rehabilitated manatee, at Blue Spring State Park.
Two motorcyclists crashed on Interstate 4 in Orange City after hitting an alligator, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A Deltona woman was placed in handcuffs this week after police found human bones among her wares at an Orange City curio shop.
A former co-owner of a karate studio in Orange City is accused of sexual battery with a teen student, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
A car on Interstate 4 blocked traffic on Tuesday afternoon after it burst into flames, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
The woman claimed that he had exhibited "controlling behavior," such as putting an air tag in her wallet and showing her videos of her own car, according to investigators.
A man was bitten by a bear cub in Orange City while trying to separate the bear and his dog, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
People have been seeing monkeys all over the west side of Volusia County, creating some serious monkey business for residents. Experts put the warning out, though: steer clear if you see one.
Let’s take a trip down memory lane of some unique animal sightings that have graced Central Florida over the years.
A man riding as a passenger in a pickup truck died after being ejected from the vehicle and hit by a car in Orange City, according to police.
Residents gathered at a flood mitigation town hall meeting hosted by Volusia County Council District 1 Member Don Dempsey on Thursday evening, voicing concerns and sharing experiences about flooding issues.
Resident who live near Miller Lake near the Orange City area of Volusia County are finally going to get some relief.
From markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.
It has been more than a month since Hurricane Milton hit Central Florida and one city said the flooding nightmare is still not over.
If you need help in Volusia County applying for Operation Blue Roof or FEMA assistance after Hurricane Milton, representatives will be available to help this Friday.
It has been close to two weeks since Hurricane Milton hit and in Volusia County near Orange City, that is how long it's been since some residents have been able to access their house.
Between the washed-out portions of the road was a driveway leading to the home of an 80-year-old man, whom Trooper Steve said was stuck thanks to the collapsed street.
Conn’s HomePlus, a home goods store that has been around for 134 years, has filed for bankruptcy and will be closing nearly half of its 170 stores, according to CNN.
Azalea Spa in Deltona is just one of ten massage parlors in Volusia County where some employees were arrested on prostitution charges. Undercover officers went inside for massages — but got a little bit more.
A 22-year-old man died Sunday morning when the motorcycle he was riding through Orange City struck an SUV that had turned into his path, according to police.
A Volusia County man is facing charges after deputies say he accidentally shot a roommate in front of two small children, mistaking comments the victim made as part of an ongoing series of drills to “stay vigilant.”
Tralove Lawrence opened Amour Du Vin last month. She said her wine bar is the first black-owned, woman-owned wine room in Orange City.
The affidavits reveal that all of the suspects arrested were from China, so a language interpreter was used to help translate in most of these cases.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday visited Blue Spring State Park to talk about the state’s continued environmental restoration efforts at popular springs, rivers and state parks.
You’re not the only one who is cold. Manatees seeking a warm spot flocked to Volusia County’s Blue Spring State Park in record numbers Sunday.
Flames and heavy smoke were spotted coming from the mansion in Broward County on Wednesday.
Four city officials in Volusia County have resigned, all in reaction to a new state requirement to disclose more of their financial information.
Volusia County Water Resources and Utilities announced a precautionary boil water notice affecting all Southwest Interconnect Public Water System customers, including those in DeBary and Orange City.
A high school student in Volusia County faces charges after deputies said he cut another student’s face with a knife during a fight on Monday.
In the first GOP presidential debate Wednesday, candidates — including Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis — explained why they should be the Republican nominee.
A woman arrested Saturday night in Orange City faces DUI charges following her involvement in a crash that killed a Sanford motorcyclist, according to the Orange City Police Department.
A hit-and-run crash on State Road 472 north of Orange City left a pedestrian dead early Sunday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A DeBary man was injured when he was hit by a train while standing near the tracks on Friday afternoon in Orange City, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
An Orange City man was arrested after deputies said they found child pornography images of mostly girls between the ages of 4 and 13 on his electronic devices, according to a news release.
Investigators said call logs in May showed that Vernon Woodward would set up deals for Terrell Ross to sell fentanyl to customers while Woodward was out on vacation.
Councilwoman Kellianne Marks, who is running for mayor, distributed the flags along with a campaign letter to homes throughout the community as a way to celebrate the holiday and announce her candidacy.
A 20-year-old Orange City man suffered fatal injuries and his passenger was critically injured as both were ejected from an overturning pickup truck early Sunday in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A precautionary boil water notice has been issued for some residents near a water main break in Orange City that closed part of French Avenue.
A 40-year-old Orange City man is accused of possessing child porn and sending graphic sex messages to young girls, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
A Volusia County man was sentenced to eight years in prison on Tuesday after a jury found him guilty of two counts of failure to properly register as a sex offender.
A River Springs Middle School teacher was arrested Monday after hitting an 11-year-old non-verbal student with autism, according to the Orange City police.
The Manatee Rescue and Rehabilitation Partnership, a multi-agency collaboration, announced that it successfully released 12 manatees back to their natural habitat in one day.
Officials say a man who fought with a deputy after locking three people in a garage was arrested at his home near Orange City.
The St. Johns River’s temperature is still in the 50s, and that means manatees continue to pile into nearby Blue Spring State Park in Volusia County.
The drop in temperatures means colder water, and more manatees coming to Blue Spring State Park seeking a warm spot.
