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WATCH LIVE AT 4 P.M.: Seminole County to provide update ahead of Helene
Water levels are high and concerning in Seminole County as residents wait to see what Hurricane Helene brings. The St. Johns River near Lake Monroe is already inches below the action stage from the summer storms a few weeks ago.
Central Florida Zoo to host sundown celebration for Hispanic Heritage Month
Throughout the summer, the Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens has hosted special events dedicated to cultural enrichment, and the final Sunset at the Zoo will be a celebration of Hispanic heritage.
TIMELINE: Ownership changes, struggles of Seminole Towne Center
The beleaguered Seminole Towne Center has a new owner, just months after another group purchased the mall with promises of revitalizing the aging property.
2 teens indicted, will be prosecuted as adults in manโs โsenselessโ shooting death over headphones in Sanford
Two boys, ages 15 and 17, have been indicted on attempted robbery and first-degree murder charges in the fatal shooting of a man who Sanford police say was killed while trying to sell a pair of headphones.
Seminole High School bolstered with law enforcement amid rumored, potential threat
Seminole High School will see an increased presence of law enforcement on Thursday amid what the schoolโs principals call a rumored, possible threat on campus.
Volusia County man who founded special needs program accused of sexually abusing children; more victims possible
A Volusia County man who founded a special needs program is accused of sexually abusing minors, according to the FBI.
Sanford residents may soon be paying more for utilities amid proposed rate hike
If the commission decides to approve the adjustments, the average utility bill for 6,000 gallons of water and sewer per month would see an overall increase of 7% to $86.34.
Woman behind dead body found in Seminole County pleads guilty, gets prison time
Years after the body of a 30-year-old man was dumped in Geneva, the woman behind his murder has finally received prison time, according to prosecutors.
City of Sanford considers lawsuit over 1,4-dioxane in drinking water
The city of Sanford is lawyering up for a potential suit against the companies they believe are responsible for contaminating the cityโs water.
15-year-old arrested in fatal shooting over headphones in Sanford
A 15-year-old was arrested in the July fatal shooting of a 22-year-old man, who was killed while trying to sell a pair of headphones, according to the Sanford Police Department.
Seminole County election results in the Florida Primary on Aug. 20, 2024
Supervisor of Elections, school board and city positions are just some of the seats up on the ballot in Seminole County for the statewide primary on Aug. 20.
Most of $1.3M stolen in Seminole schools phishing case to be recovered, superintendent says
Seminole County Public Schools is in the process of getting much of the $1.3 million stolen last December by cybersecurity scammers will be recovered, according to the districtโs superintendent.
Kids get into Central Florida Zoo in Sanford free ahead of school starting up
Thereโs only 14 days left in summer vacation before school comes along to end it. So for parents looking for one more kidsโ outing, Central Florida Zoo is offering free tickets.
Sanford police crack down on drivers making this illegal maneuver to avoid I-4 traffic
If youโve ever sat in traffic on Interstate 4 during rush hour in Seminole County, maybe youโve seen how some drivers take the exit ramp down to State Road 46 and then illegally cross the road to get back onto I-4 eastbound.
Have you seen the giant โMoonmanโ along I-4? Hereโs where it came from
Drivers heading west along Interstate 4 through Seminole County might have caught a glimpse of this large astronaut statue during their commute.
Hollerbachโs German Restaurant offers dementia-friendly dining experience with new partnership
A local organization is partnering with restaurants to provide a comfortable dining experience for people living with dementia and their caregivers.
Another lawsuit filed in shooting that wounded 10 at Sanford event venue
Another lawsuit has been filed following a shooting at a Seminole County event venue in which 10 people were hurt, including an NFL player.
That squirrel can waterski: Twiggy back to work after retirement
Twiggy the waterskiing squirrel got her start in Sanford in 1979. Since then she has appeared in several movies, a music video and performed at the X Games.
Student arrested after gun found on Seminole High School campus
A student was arrested during the summer session at Seminole High School after someone tipped off investigators that they had brought a weapon to campus, according to officials.
โHe wasnโt worried about gators:โ Man says victim refused help before being bitten by alligator in Seminole County
A man who was bitten by an alligator in Lake Monroe this weekend refused help getting out of the water, according to a fisherman who says he tried to get the man out.
โThere is no justice:โ Seminole County murder victimโs family pleads for change to stop gun violence
The family of a man who was murdered at a Seminole County apartment complex nearly two years ago hopes telling his story will make a difference.
Sanford branch of Seminole County Library reopens after storm damage
Wednesday night's severe weather caused significant damage to the North Branch of the Seminole County Library in Sanford, forcing it to close as crews work to clean up.
2nd person not charged in Cabana Live mass shooting, state attorneyโs office says
The state will determine if a 21-year-old man will face charges in a shooting that left 10 injured at a Seminole County event venue in April, sheriffโs officials said on Thursday.
Manโs arrest in Georgia marks 2nd in connection with fatal shooting in Sanford, police say
Sanford police announced a second arrest in connection to a shooting in April that stemmed from an alleged drug deal and led to the death of a 17-year-old boy.
New Seminole County domestic violence service center helps victims. Hereโs what it offers
News 6 gets an inside look at a new service center for victims of domestic violence in Seminole County.
Seminole County advocates push for free postage on vote-by-mail ballots
Voting rights advocates in Seminole County said they are on a mission and are urging the Board of County Commissioners to provide paid postage on mail-in ballots for the 2024 election.
โNight of the Tornadoes:โ This was Floridaโs deadliest outbreak. Could it happen again?
The worst outbreak of tornadoes in the stateโs history broke out over 20 years ago โ an incident dubbed the โNight of the Tornadoes.โ
SOLD: Seminole Towne Center gets new owner, who wants BIG changes
In an exclusive interview with the new owner of Seminole Town Center, Felix Reznick says he is going to move quickly to revitalize the struggling mall.
New rules for special events implemented in Seminole County following Cabana Live shooting
Sheriff Lemma said Cabana Live did not have the proper permit in place to host the party that was advertised on social media as the "Nobody Leaves Sober" pool party.
16-year-old charged as adult in shooting at Cabana Live near Sanford, faces 5 counts of attempted murder
The teen suspect in a shooting that injured 10 people at Cabana Live last month is expected to appear in court.
โFlying research laboratory:โ Inside the Hurricane Hunter plane that flies into storms to keep us informed
Hurricane experts, scientists and crew members were at the Sanford International Airport Friday for the 2024 NOAA Hurricane Awareness Tour.
Trooper Steve checks out new tax collector office in Sanford
Any time that a county is expanding their tax collector office, Iโm game. Join me today to learn about its new location and, of course, the resources that they will provide.
Mother shares pool safety message after sonโs near-drowning in Sanford
The mother of a child who nearly drowned at a Sanford apartment complex is sharing a message of pool safety and a warning to other parents.
Sanford police seek 2 suspects in drug-deal-turned-robbery that led to shooting death of 17-year-old
A drug deal that turned into a robbery led to the shooting death of 17-year-old Sadarion Cosby in Sanford, police said on Tuesday.
Sanford restaurant where 10 were shot did not have proper permits. County deciding next steps
Seminole County leaders are now discussing the next steps in the wake of the shooting at Cabana Live over the weekend.
Top Hat Catering offers reasonable rates while helping feed thousands of Seminole County seniors
Chef Delaรฑo Lambertclare has dedicated nearly two decades to helping seniors across Seminole County get nutritious meals for free.
17-year-old girl shot in head, another wounded in Sanford drive-by, police say
Police told News 6 that the shooting happened near Scott Drive, leaving one person with minor injuries and another with critical injuries.
Surveillance video captures chaotic moments in Seminole shooting that injured 10
During a news conference on Monday, Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma released surveillance video inside Cabana Live showing the moments gunfire rang out through the restaurant and bar.
Sheriffโs office IDs 16-year-old accused of shooting 10 at event venue in Seminole County
A 16-year-old boy is accused of shooting 10 people at an event venue near Sanford early Sunday, according to the Seminole County Sheriffโs Office.
14th arrest made in Seminole County drive-by shooting that killed 1, injured 5
A man wanted in a fatal drive-by shooting last year in Seminole County that stemmed from a dispute between rappers has been arrested, according to jail records.
St. Johns River Festival of the Arts brings over 150 exhibitors to downtown Sanford
Over 55,000 people are anticipated to visit downtown Sanford for the 13th annual St. Johns River Festival of the Arts.
Central Florida nonprofit transforms lives of those with special needs
When we took WKMG Hits the Road to the 32771 zip code in Sanford earlier this month, we met a gentleman who suggested we check out Kairos Adventures.
โPieces of the puzzle:โ Person of interest IDโd in mysterious Seminole carjacking; drug trafficking case connected
The Seminole County Sheriffโs Office said the investigation into a carjacking and missing woman case last week led to a person of interest, a drug arrest, and a search for at least one other person.
WKMG Hits the Road: Thank you, Sanford
News 6 hosted a live broadcast from Hollerbach's German Restaurant, Wondermade and Magnolia Square in Sanford, highlighting the stories people in the 32771 ZIP code told us they wanted covered. Thank you for sharing your stories and joining us in Sanford.
WATCH Take 6 LIVE: News 6 explores past of Historic Sanford Memorial Stadium
All-stars, MVPs and even Hall-of-Famers have played baseball at Sanford's Memorial Stadium over the last 100 years. So has News 6 Anchor Justin Warmoth, who provides a look at some of the history that many may not know about.
โItโs going to happen:โ Woman hopes to build more affordable homes in 32771 ZIP code
Whether itโs in the 32771 ZIP code or across Central Florida, finding affordable housing is a huge challenge for a lot of people.
Sanford school focuses on career development for students
The Seminole County public school is a magnet school, immersing students in multimedia design technology, computer programming and network systems technology. The school is in its 98th year.