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The same day a confirmed EF-2 tornado hit Seminole County, the city of Sanford took action to hopefully claim millions of dollars after a different disaster.
The weather is absolutely gorgeous, so we’re taking a drive through Seminole County to check out some of the newest improvements along I-4.
Brewlando will be having a soft opening of its fourth location on March 15, the company said in a social media post.
Just a few months after the election of three new commissioners, who said they would work to fix Winter Springs' wastewater issues, there will be a workshop on the possible ways to tackle the problem.
As the Trump administration's 25% tariffs on all foreign steel and aluminum take effect, we're looking into how what's happening in Washington will impact your wallet.
We’ve got Justin Esteras from Seminole County Fire stepping up for a live head shave during our stream. So tune in and watch as he goes from full coverage to freshly buzzed, all in the name of charity.
A Sanford man potentially facing decades in prison for allegedly shooting and killing a teenage robbery suspect in 2019 is not immune from prosecution under Florida’s so-called “Stand Your Ground” self-defense law, a judge recently ruled.
With an EF-2 tornado comes major wind damage and several Seminole County property owners are cleaning up and figuring out what’s covered by their homeowner’s insurance policies.
Two men have been indicted after the murder of 2023 murder of an 18-year-old near Oviedo, according to the State Attorney’s Office 18th judicial circuit.
As families start to clean up debris and make plans to repair their homes in Whispering Winds, crews are out assessing the damage and clearing pathways in the neighborhood that was hit hardest by a severe storm Monday morning.
Some drivers on I-4 had to stop their vehicles as heavy rain and winds reduced visibility as an EF-2 tornado crossed the interstate.
Homeowners in Longwood are beginning the difficult process of cleaning up after a tornado tore through their neighborhood, leaving behind significant damage.
Several businesses near Skyline Drive are now dealing with damage after a tornado touched down in Lake Mary on Monday.
After Monday morning’s tornadoes in Longwood, officials in Seminole County announced they are providing tarps to impacted residents, according to a social media post.
A two-story home in Longwood collapsed and another home was damaged as severe weather hit the area.
Photos are starting to come in from viewers around our area after a swath of rough weather brought severe storms and even a tornado touchdown in Seminole County.
A very wet and dangerous morning on Central Florida’s roadways, as strong storm cells lead to tornado warnings and damage across the area.
We’re tracking a line of storms moving in from the Gulf ahead of another front that is forecast to arrive late Monday morning and into the afternoon.
Wekiwa Springs State Park is rolling out a new reservation system in an effort to curb long lines and congestion, a move that has drawn mixed reactions from visitors.
A 17-year-old was arrested after he was accused of making online threats to “shoot up” Seminole High School, according to the Sanford Police Department.
In 1995, Edward James was convicted of murdering Betty Dick and her granddaughter, Toni Neuner, in a Seminole County neighborhood, Lake Hodge Estates.
A para-professional at Seminole High School was arrested on Friday morning after a student was sprayed with water, according to the Sanford Police Department.
The Seminole County Sheriff’s Office has made its first arrest of homeless people after a state law banning sleeping or camping on public property went into full effect this January. The camp was on Raven Park property, at U.S. Highway 17-92 and Raven Avenue in the Longwood area.
An attorney for inmate Edward James is arguing that drug and alcohol use since childhood, multiple head injuries and a near-fatal heart attack have helped lead to James suffering “cognitive decline.”
A News 6 viewer recently discovered apparent gravestones just beyond his property near Markham Woods Road. Come along as we explore this part of Seminole County which has disappeared through the decades.
Watering restrictions will start March 9 for residents and businesses in multiple counties to conserve water and maintain lawn and plant health.
Bubbalou’s Bodacious BBQ‘s Altamonte Springs on 1049 E. Altamonte Drive is set to close April 1 after the restaurant’s owner, Bucky, will be retiring, according to a social media post.
The Lake Mary-Heathrow Festival of the Arts will showcase dozens of artists this weekend, raising funds for students in Seminole County.
The Sanford Police Department credits a long-running special tactical unit – the Neighborhood Response Unit – with lowering crime.
A disturbing hostage incident at a Sanford gas station has now sparked an investigation into how officers handled the situation, according to the police department.
The woman arrested after “numerous starving dogs and cats” were found in her Altamonte Springs home was sentenced to seven years in prison, according to a news release from the 18th Judicial Circuit State Attorney’s Office.
A 30-year-old man faces multiple charges after Sanford police said he made “vulgar sexual comments” to two young girls walking near their school, according to a news release.
The annual Florida Legislative Session gets underway Tuesday, and our state representatives are looking to pass bills on everything from help for people with disabilities to preventing pool drownings to mental health care for teachers.
Nearly four years after a pair of deadly hit-and-run crashes, the man accused in those wrecks is now facing trial.
Oviedo Mayor Megan Sladek is asking Floridians to participate in a survey asking whether they support the banning of fluoride from drinking water.
You may have driven by the historic Altamonte Chapel on State Road 436 countless times and never known its story.
The changes mean that toll prices in the I-4 express lanes fluctuate based on traffic congestion. Three dollars is the maximum you could potentially pay per toll, at least right now. Drivers traveling through all the westbound tolls at the cap would pay $18, while those on the eastbound tolls would pay $21.
Universal Orlando announced this week it would put $2 million toward the cost of a crucial study needed to bring a planned SunRail line from Orlando International Airport to International Drive.
The Sanford Police Department is searching for a man who made vulgar comments to two young girls as they were on their way home from school.
Elevate Florida is a first-of-its-kind, statewide residential mitigation program led by the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM). It’s designed to not only protect homes from future disasters but also lower insurance premiums and reduce claims for future storms.
More than 1,000 parents, athletes, and coaches are petitioning Winter Springs commissioners to get the lights turned on at Central Winds Park's baseball and soccer fields.
A man was hospitalized in critical condition after being pinned underneath a metal door in Seminole County, according to firefighters.
The costs of school buses have risen due to inflation. Here’s how Central Florida’s school districts are handling the rising cost to purchase new buses. Most districts replace their buses every 10-12 years.
The change could mean higher toll rates during busier times on the interstate when drivers typically see traffic delays.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday signed a death warrant for inmate Edward James, who was sentenced to death in the 1993 murders of a woman and her 8-year-old granddaughter in Seminole County.
Wekiva Island is hosting its 19th annual Wekiva Paint Out, where artists from around the country visit Wekiva Island and Wekiva Springs to paint outdoors and capture the beautiful nature the park has to offer, according to a news release.
City leaders in Longwood could decide Monday night whether to remove fluoride from the city’s water supply. The city commission meeting starts Monday evening at 6 p.m. at the commission chambers.
Several hospitals, including six in Central Florida, are suing UnitedHealthcare for underpaying for emergency services provided, according to court records.
Chris Mack said he was taking his 3-year-old service dog for a routine evening walk along Leatherwood Drive in the Country Creek neighborhood when he saw multiple coyotes approaching from a nearby yard.
Of the three men arrested after a deadly shooting in the parking lot of a Sanford Best Buy, two have been indicted on murder charges while a state attorney’s office has charged the other.
Joann Fabrics will close almost all of its Central Florida stores as it grapples with bankruptcy for the second time in less than a year.
A STEM public charter school in Lake Mary has plans to expand in the coming years to accommodate more students near the existing site on U.S. 17-92 and Ronald Reagan Boulevard.
A guide to community resources across the tri-county area is just a phone call away. Heart of Florida United Way wants you to remember 2-1-1 when you need help.
Grocery stores are restricting eggs and raising prices as national farms grapple with persistent bird flu outbreaks and the rising cost of feed. For Central Florida’s egg farmers, their chickens are revving up for egg-laying season, and they are trying to meet the demand.
The City of Orlando is casting a crucial vote Monday to help fund a $6 million study for the expansion of SunRail.
With 2024 all wrapped up, Florida officials have now released last year's statewide crash data. However, some might be surprised by which counties ranked among the deadliest.
After five years, the owners of the Oviedo Brewing Company announced that they would be closing at the end of February. It’s another loss at a mall that has been trying to reinvent itself, and with so many similar stories happening across Central Florida it begs the question, what does the future of the Oviedo Mall actually look like?
Four Keke's Breakfast Cafes have closed temporarily and two permanently in the Central Florida area, according to a spokesperson for the restaurant chain.
Seminole County’s infamous “junk man” who’s frustrated neighbors with his unsightly yard for 25 years is commemorating the anniversary of his very first county code violation.
A Seminole County judge, who was suspended for "intemperate conduct" behind the bench, has been reprimanded by the Florida Supreme Court.
A local organization is helping Seminole County residents save money by providing home weatherization upgrades for free.
