Costco is phase 1 in new owners’ plans to ‘de-mall’ Seminole Towne Center
Read full article: Costco is phase 1 in new owners’ plans to ‘de-mall’ Seminole Towne CenterWe're hearing from the new owners of the Seminole Towne Center for the first time about their plans for the mall, bringing Costco to Sanford, and what comes next.
Near-record heat to hit Central Florida before major cold front brings dramatic cooldown
Read full article: Near-record heat to hit Central Florida before major cold front brings dramatic cooldownCentral Florida is set to experience near-record warmth before a strong cold front brings showers, much colder air, and ongoing drought concerns.
‘Didn’t get too far:’ SWAT bust leads to major finds in DeBary, Sanford, video shows
Read full article: ‘Didn’t get too far:’ SWAT bust leads to major finds in DeBary, Sanford, video showsA drug bust at a home in DeBary early Thursday morning yielded some major finds, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
Crooms Academy teacher arrested on sex charges had been warned about behavior before, documents show
Read full article: Crooms Academy teacher arrested on sex charges had been warned about behavior before, documents showNews 6 has obtained internal documents that show a teacher in Seminole County who was arrested this week on sex and drug charges had been warned before about her communication with students, and other actions during her time with the school district.
Replacement brick mismatch pauses Sanford arch repairs, officials say
Read full article: Replacement brick mismatch pauses Sanford arch repairs, officials sayRepairs to the decorative arches in downtown Sanford are on hold after crews discovered the replacement brick didn’t match the original material, which is no longer made.
Missing toddler dies after being found in retention pond, Sanford police say
Read full article: Missing toddler dies after being found in retention pond, Sanford police sayA 2‑year‑old died Saturday night after Sanford police found the toddler unresponsive in a retention pond near the Windchase Apartments, according to police.
Property taxes have spiked the most in these Florida cities, report shows
Read full article: Property taxes have spiked the most in these Florida cities, report showsWith the discussion around property tax cuts hitting a fever pitch in Florida, a new report shows which counties have imposed the highest levies statewide.
Seminole County celebrates new fire station in fast-growing area
Read full article: Seminole County celebrates new fire station in fast-growing areaThe Seminole County Fire Department is celebrating the opening of its newest fire station in the fast-growing area in the northwest section of the county.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: Downtown Sanford’s construction worries
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: Downtown Sanford’s construction worriesOn today’s Trooper Steve on Patrol, we took a drive through historic downtown Sanford, not just to enjoy the local shops, but to check out some construction concerns shared by small business owners.
Sanford police seek ‘Peeping Tom’ accused of peering into home with blanket
Read full article: Sanford police seek ‘Peeping Tom’ accused of peering into home with blanketPolice said the individual was recorded on a security camera attempting to look into a home near the intersection of Laurel Avenue and 12th Street.
Former Sanford officer gets first appearance after accusation of inappropriate conduct with student
Read full article: Former Sanford officer gets first appearance after accusation of inappropriate conduct with studentA former Sanford police officer and school resource officer faces multiple charges after allegedly engaging in inappropriate communications with a student while on duty.
‘The worst kind of criminal:’ Former Sanford officer jailed over ‘inappropriate conduct’ with teen at school
Read full article: ‘The worst kind of criminal:’ Former Sanford officer jailed over ‘inappropriate conduct’ with teen at schoolA former Sanford school resource officer has been jailed after police said he was caught engaging in “inappropriate conduct” with a 17-year-old student.
Parents face charges after malnourished 5-month-old twins found in Seminole County RV
Read full article: Parents face charges after malnourished 5-month-old twins found in Seminole County RVTwo parents are facing serious child neglect charges after their 5-month-old twins were found severely malnourished and in critical condition at a Seminole County RV.
Sanford looks to increase number of officers with ‘speed-measuring devices’
Read full article: Sanford looks to increase number of officers with ‘speed-measuring devices’At a meeting on Monday night, the Commission will need to give its approval for the Sanford Police Department to use funds from an FDOT subgrant.
Security increased at Seminole County schools over disturbing social media video
Read full article: Security increased at Seminole County schools over disturbing social media videoSecurity will be increased at Seminole County Public Schools after law enforcement officials receive several tips about a social media video.
‘Smell was overwhelming:’ Hundreds of dead fish found in drained pond near Seminole County construction site
Read full article: ‘Smell was overwhelming:’ Hundreds of dead fish found in drained pond near Seminole County construction siteHundreds of dead fish and several turtles were discovered in a pond being drained at a construction site in Seminole County, prompting concerns from nearby residents about environmental impacts and lingering odors.
Family mourns mother killed after falling asleep on motorcycle on I-95 in Volusia County
Read full article: Family mourns mother killed after falling asleep on motorcycle on I-95 in Volusia CountyThe family of a woman who died in a crash on Interstate 95 in Volusia County the day after Christmas said they are devastated.
Property taxes in this major Florida city spiked nearly 400%, report shows
Read full article: Property taxes in this major Florida city spiked nearly 400%, report showsWith the discussion around property tax cuts hitting a fever pitch in Florida, a new report shows which counties have imposed the highest levies statewide.
‘Betrayed and disgusted:’ Sanford officer fired, arrested in major fraud scheme, chief says
Read full article: ‘Betrayed and disgusted:’ Sanford officer fired, arrested in major fraud scheme, chief saysA Sanford police officer has been arrested as part of a fraud investigation in which he allegedly scammed the city, according to the police department.
Orlando Sanford International Airport expands with new hangar projects
Read full article: Orlando Sanford International Airport expands with new hangar projectsOrlando Sanford International Airport is growing with hundreds of millions of dollars in development projects in the works. On Wednesday, our News 6 team got an inside look at one of the newest buildings that is part of the changing landscape at the airport.
Seminole County man who killed pregnant girlfriend over abortion refusal sentenced to death
Read full article: Seminole County man who killed pregnant girlfriend over abortion refusal sentenced to deathA Seminole County judge sentenced to death a man convicted of killing his pregnant girlfriend when she refused to get an abortion.
Arrest made in Sanford shooting that killed 1, injured another; more arrests possible
Read full article: Arrest made in Sanford shooting that killed 1, injured another; more arrests possibleAn arrest was made in the November shooting that killed one person and injured another in Sanford, according to police.
Missing 18-year-old now considered ‘endangered,’ Sanford police say
Read full article: Missing 18-year-old now considered ‘endangered,’ Sanford police sayAn 18-year-old named Malachi Ian Hollis is missing and considered 'endangered' by Sanford Police due to mental health concerns. He was last seen near 7450 N. Ronald Reagan Blvd., wearing a dark blue hospital gown and yellow socks, with unknown transportation details.
Sanford holds public hearing on rezoning 40 acres at Seminole Towne Center for Costco plans
Read full article: Sanford holds public hearing on rezoning 40 acres at Seminole Towne Center for Costco plansSanford is in the next step in the process of redeveloping the former Macy's site at Seminole Towne Center into a new Costco and additional retail space.
Krampus comes to Orlando this week. Where to celebrate this European Christmas tradition
Read full article: Krampus comes to Orlando this week. Where to celebrate this European Christmas traditionFor centuries, winter has been a time for scary stories as people gave form to their fears of the dark. From Gryla in Iceland to the Kallikantzari in Greece, many of the stories seem to be intended as a last-ditch effort to scare naughty children straight. Take the Central European legend of the Krampus.
Pastor accused of Sanford sex abuse now faces charges in Volusia County
Read full article: Pastor accused of Sanford sex abuse now faces charges in Volusia CountyA man accused of inappropriate behavior with two girls, while he was a pastor at their church in Sanford, is now facing new charges in Volusia County, court records show.
Sanford approves rezoning plan for historic Mayfair hotel. Here’s what it will become
Read full article: Sanford approves rezoning plan for historic Mayfair hotel. Here’s what it will becomePlans are moving forward to redevelop what is arguably the most significant historic structure in downtown Sanford.
‘Out of control:’ This threat is looming over Florida’s future, expert says
Read full article: ‘Out of control:’ This threat is looming over Florida’s future, expert saysWhile 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.
Penalty phase begins for Seminole County man who killed pregnant girlfriend over abortion refusal
Read full article: Penalty phase begins for Seminole County man who killed pregnant girlfriend over abortion refusalA Seminole County jury will begin deliberating the fate of a man who could face the death penalty after being convicted of killing his pregnant girlfriend when she refused to get an abortion.
Donovan Faison guilty in killing of pregnant Sanford woman over abortion refusal
Read full article: Donovan Faison guilty in killing of pregnant Sanford woman over abortion refusalThe man accused of murdering his pregnant girlfriend because she refused to get an abortion was found guilty of the woman’s murder and the killing of the unborn child.
Seminole County opens sandbag sites as it monitors St. Johns River after major rainfall
Read full article: Seminole County opens sandbag sites as it monitors St. Johns River after major rainfallSeminole County opens sandbag sites out of an abundance of caution after nearly 20 inches of rain fell in portions of Central Florida.
Could Sanford bills rise? City leaders mull whether to hike water, sewer rates
Read full article: Could Sanford bills rise? City leaders mull whether to hike water, sewer ratesSanford residents could soon see their utility bills climb significantly as city leaders weigh a proposal to raise water and sewer rates by double-digit percentages over the next five years.
Former Sanford woman arrested after taking thousands from Medicaid, Food Stamps
Read full article: Former Sanford woman arrested after taking thousands from Medicaid, Food StampsA former Sanford woman was arrested on Thursday after state investigators accused her of stealing over $50,000 from public programs.
Seminole Towne Center set for historic redevelopment with Costco, apartment complex
Read full article: Seminole Towne Center set for historic redevelopment with Costco, apartment complexThis week, executives from The Ardent Companies shared new details about the future of the mall, which will include plans to build an apartment building with 300 units nearby.
Roaches galore: 18 more Central Florida restaurants closed over health issues
Read full article: Roaches galore: 18 more Central Florida restaurants closed over health issuesLast week, another 18 Central Florida eateries were forced to close down after a visit from a health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.
Here’s how much it cost Seminole County taxpayers to re-paint crosswalks
Read full article: Here’s how much it cost Seminole County taxpayers to re-paint crosswalksSeminole County officials spent more than $31,000 in taxpayer money painting over bright green crosswalks after the Florida Department of Transportation ordered the county to remove the high visibility pavement markings this summer, financial records obtained by News 6 reveal.
Hit Sanford bistro shut down, slapped with over 30 violations
Read full article: Hit Sanford bistro shut down, slapped with over 30 violationsSix separate eateries across Central Florida were forced to shut their doors last week following a visit from a health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.
CFX board approves Route 2A for Orlando Sanford Airport connector
Read full article: CFX board approves Route 2A for Orlando Sanford Airport connectorThe Central Florida Expressway Authority has voted to move forward with Route 2A as the preferred option for a new two-mile connector linking State Road 417 directly to Orlando Sanford International Airport.
91-year-old dies after car hits guardrail, overturns onto SR-46 in Sanford, troopers say
Read full article: 91-year-old dies after car hits guardrail, overturns onto SR-46 in Sanford, troopers sayA deadly crash involving two vehicles shut down State Road 46 in Sanford on Monday, after a driver struck a guardrail before falling onto the roadway below, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Friends of the Michigan church shooting suspect say he long carried hatred toward Mormon faith
Read full article: Friends of the Michigan church shooting suspect say he long carried hatred toward Mormon faithFriends of the man accused of killing four people after opening fire in a Michigan church say he long harbored animosity toward the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints but never made any threats against its members.
Phantasmagoria bringing ‘Hauntingly Whimsical Tales’ to several Central Florida cities
Read full article: Phantasmagoria bringing ‘Hauntingly Whimsical Tales’ to several Central Florida citiesPhantasmagoria Orlando and DiDonna Productions is celebrating the spooky season by bringing Edward Gorey's tales to the stage in Central Florida.
Death toll from attack at Michigan church stays at 4 after police sweep charred ruins
Read full article: Death toll from attack at Michigan church stays at 4 after police sweep charred ruinsAuthorities in Michigan say search crews did not find any additional bodies inside a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints chapel where a former Marine opened fire and set the building ablaze, killing four people.
‘Tis the season (sort of): Tickets on sale for these Central Florida holiday light displays
Read full article: ‘Tis the season (sort of): Tickets on sale for these Central Florida holiday light displaysIt may not be the holidays just yet, but some Central Florida attractions will have tickets available for purchase starting this week for popular holiday light displays.
Sanford approves contract to start marina repairs 3 years after Hurricane Ian
Read full article: Sanford approves contract to start marina repairs 3 years after Hurricane IanLong-awaited repairs to Sanford's marina could finally be made, three years after Hurricane Ian flooded the riverwalk and damaged docks.
Man jailed despite self-defense claim months after Sanford shooting, police say
Read full article: Man jailed despite self-defense claim months after Sanford shooting, police sayA man who claimed self-defense after a lethal shooting earlier this year has now been arrested, according to the Sanford Police Department.
This funding model could revitalize historic Goldsboro in the heart of Sanford
Read full article: This funding model could revitalize historic Goldsboro in the heart of SanfordCities across central Florida that have seen and felt change face the same challenge: How do they revitalize struggling communities?
Sanford votes against proposed fire fee; public hearing held on budget, property taxes
Read full article: Sanford votes against proposed fire fee; public hearing held on budget, property taxesResidents in Sanford have a chance to speak up Monday night on several resolutions that will affect their taxes and services before commissioners vote, including a proposed fire assessment fee, as well as property taxes and next year's budget.
As FSU player Ethan Pritchard fights for his life, his Seminole County alma mater holds vigil
Read full article: As FSU player Ethan Pritchard fights for his life, his Seminole County alma mater holds vigilAs the Seminole High Seminoles took the field dressed in orange and black Friday night, one jersey stood out among them all: Ethan Pritchard’s number 9 jersey.
20-year-old disabled woman reported missing out of Seminole County, deputies say
Read full article: 20-year-old disabled woman reported missing out of Seminole County, deputies sayDeputies in Seminole County are asking for the public’s help locating a disabled 20-year-old woman that was last seen on Friday evening.