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Troopers looking for vehicle involved in fatal Osceola County hit-and run crash
Read full article: Troopers looking for vehicle involved in fatal Osceola County hit-and run crashThe Florida Highway Patrol is looking for a vehicle that struck a pedestrian before leaving the scene in Osceola County, according to a news release. Troopers said the crash happened on April 29 around 12:38 a.m.o n Osceola Parkway near Plumwood Circle.
โSeatbelts save lives:โ Orange County deputies join national campaign to enforce seatbelt safety
Read full article: โSeatbelts save lives:โ Orange County deputies join national campaign to enforce seatbelt safetyThe Orange County Sheriffโs Office is joining law enforcement agencies nationwide for the 24th year of the โClick It or Ticketโ campaign, reminding drivers and passengers about the importance of wearing a seatbelt.
CRAZY VIDEO: Train strikes disabled semitruck in Melbourne; no injuries reported
Read full article: CRAZY VIDEO: Train strikes disabled semitruck in Melbourne; no injuries reportedCell phone video shows the moments a train slammed into a semitruck that was stuck on railroad tracks in Melbourne.
Letโs talk tire blowouts, what you can do to stay safe on the road
Read full article: Letโs talk tire blowouts, what you can do to stay safe on the roadTire blowouts are sudden, unpredictable and often terrifying, but just because we canโt predict when theyโll happen doesnโt mean we canโt do our part to help prevent them
WILD CHASE: Police pursuit, PIT maneuvers lead to manโs arrest in Marion County
Read full article: WILD CHASE: Police pursuit, PIT maneuvers lead to manโs arrest in Marion CountyNew video from the Marion County Sheriffโs Office shows deputies chase down a fleeing driver who says he only ran because he didnโt have a license.
Box truck fire shuts down Florida Turnpike near Clermont, FHP says
Read full article: Box truck fire shuts down Florida Turnpike near Clermont, FHP saysA burning box truck forced the closure of all northbound lanes of the Florida Turnpike near Clermont, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Woman ejected from car, killed during crash along SR-429 in Orange County, troopers say
Read full article: Woman ejected from car, killed during crash along SR-429 in Orange County, troopers sayA woman was pronounced dead at the scene of a single-vehicle crash along State Road 429 in Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol
โDangerousโ speeders could get jail time under new Florida law
Read full article: โDangerousโ speeders could get jail time under new Florida lawDrivers who endanger others by speeding 100 mph or faster on Florida roads could be sentenced to jail time under a new law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Motorcyclist killed, driver injured in Volusia County crash, troopers say
Read full article: Motorcyclist killed, driver injured in Volusia County crash, troopers sayA 60-year-old Ormond Beach man riding a motorcycle near Osteen died after a crash that left State Road 415 shut down in the area, according to the Florida Highway Patrol and Volusia Sheriffโs Office.
โThe Canopy,โ a public space UNDER I-4 in downtown Orlando, advances. Hereโs the latest
Read full article: โThe Canopy,โ a public space UNDER I-4 in downtown Orlando, advances. Hereโs the latestThe city of Orlando moves forward with a $25-30 million project to improve the space under Interstate 4 in downtown.
Whatโs the deal with Florida school zones during summer?
Read full article: Whatโs the deal with Florida school zones during summer?News 6 traffic safety expert Trooper Steve Montiero answers viewer questions about the rules of the road, helping Florida residents become better drivers by being better educated.
Traffic holds steady as Epic Universe opens to the public
Read full article: Traffic holds steady as Epic Universe opens to the publicNews 6 drove the area near Epic Universe Thursday morning and found a steady flow of traffic near key intersections like Universal Boulevard and Kirkman Road, which officials expect to be one of the busiest corridors.
Epic Universe opening expected to bring heavy traffic near Kirkman Road, I-4
Read full article: Epic Universe opening expected to bring heavy traffic near Kirkman Road, I-4Traffic near Kirkman Road and Interstate 4 is expected to worsen as Universal Orlandoโs Epic Universe theme park officially opens its doors to the public on Thursday.
Woman flees from Altamonte Springs police, crashes into building in Orange County, police say
Read full article: Woman flees from Altamonte Springs police, crashes into building in Orange County, police sayA driver who fled from a traffic stop in Altamonte Springs later crashed into a building in Orange County on Wednesday, according to a news release.
โI just put their life in danger:โ NASCAR leaderโs grandson tied to motorcycle stunt videos on Central Florida roads
Read full article: โI just put their life in danger:โ NASCAR leaderโs grandson tied to motorcycle stunt videos on Central Florida roadsThe grandson of NASCARโs CEO was involved in a YouTube channel that featured videos of motorcycles appearing to weave through traffic on Central Florida roadways at high speeds, running red lights, and performing risky stunts like wheelies, News 6 has learned.
Seminole County reducing LYNX routes, rolling out rideshare service this fall
Read full article: Seminole County reducing LYNX routes, rolling out rideshare service this fallFor years, buses have been the backbone of Seminole County's public transportation system, but this fall your ride will be on-demand and hopefully take you door-to-door.
Boggy Creek blues: Why Your traffic mistake shouldnโt be everyone elseโs problem
Read full article: Boggy Creek blues: Why Your traffic mistake shouldnโt be everyone elseโs problemA Central Florida intersection has been the hot topic of local traffic drama for years. But recently, the construction crews rolled in with good intentionsโand a whole lot of cones.
Police continue crackdown on unpermitted drivers at Orlando International Airport
Read full article: Police continue crackdown on unpermitted drivers at Orlando International AirportPolice have stepped up enforcement against illegal vehicle-for-hire operators at and near Orlando International Airport
Boggy Creek backups and neighborhood speeding: What drivers are complaining about
Read full article: Boggy Creek backups and neighborhood speeding: What drivers are complaining aboutWeโll be going live to see how drivers are behaving, and maybe โ just maybe โ shine a light on areas that could use a little extra attention from traffic planners and local enforcement.
Passenger on ACCESS LYNX bus killed, 3 others injured in Orange County crash
Read full article: Passenger on ACCESS LYNX bus killed, 3 others injured in Orange County crashA 75-year-old passenger on an Access LYNX bus was killed in a crash with a Tesla on Saturday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Pedestrian dies after being struck by LYNX bus in Orange County, FHP says
Read full article: Pedestrian dies after being struck by LYNX bus in Orange County, FHP saysA 67-year-old Orlando woman died after being struck by a LYNX bus that she had walked in front of, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Duke Energy helicopter work to impact areas on I-4, other roads in Polk County. Hereโs where
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Duke Energy helicopter work to impact areas on I-4, other roads in Polk County. Hereโs whereThere will be some traffic impacts in Polk County as helicopter work continues to install equipment along a new Duke Energy transmission line.
Arrest made in hit-and-run crash that killed 76-year-old man in Orlando, troopers say
Read full article: Arrest made in hit-and-run crash that killed 76-year-old man in Orlando, troopers sayA 76-year-old Orlando man was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Lake County retirees raise concerns amid โdangerousโ road project
Read full article: Lake County retirees raise concerns amid โdangerousโ road projectPeople living in a Lake County retirement community are raising concerns after they say a recent road project has led to a dangerous situation.
Orlando police share video of vehicle in hit-and-run crash that killed motorcyclist
Read full article: Orlando police share video of vehicle in hit-and-run crash that killed motorcyclistThe Orlando Police Department released video of an Audi involved in a hit-and-run crash that killed a motorcyclist earlier this month.
Longwood policeโs new deputy chief joins Trooper Steve on Patrol
Read full article: Longwood policeโs new deputy chief joins Trooper Steve on PatrolWith a diverse and accomplished career in law enforcement, Deputy Chief Aprile brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to his new role.
Can I drive barefoot in Florida? Maybe the better question is: โShould you?โ
Read full article: Can I drive barefoot in Florida? Maybe the better question is: โShould you?โNews 6 traffic safety expert Trooper Steve Montiero answers viewer questions about the rules of the road, helping Florida residents become better drivers by being better educated.
Central Florida students bring creativity to bike safety with new lane icons
Read full article: Central Florida students bring creativity to bike safety with new lane iconsThe designs, created by elementary school students from six Central Florida schools, were selected through a regional contest aimed at promoting bike safety and awareness.
5-car Sanford crash ends with arrest after driver โsuspiciouslyโ hides bag in bushes
Read full article: 5-car Sanford crash ends with arrest after driver โsuspiciouslyโ hides bag in bushesA driver now faces charges of child neglect and drug possession after he was seen stashing a bag in the bushes following a five-car crash, Sanford police announced.
โLife is a gamble:โ Drug scheme turns deadly after car crashes into home, Polk sheriff says
Read full article: โLife is a gamble:โ Drug scheme turns deadly after car crashes into home, Polk sheriff saysTwo people are dead after a vehicle crashed into a home hear Lakeland, according to the Polk County Sheriffโs Office.
1 killed, 4 hurt when SUV strikes tree along I-4 in Volusia, FHP says
Read full article: 1 killed, 4 hurt when SUV strikes tree along I-4 in Volusia, FHP saysA woman was killed and four people suffered serious injuries when the SUV they were taking through Volusia County ran off the road and struck a tree, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Trooper Steve on Patrol kicks off National Police Week
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol kicks off National Police WeekThis week, communities across the country pause to recognize National Police Week, a time to honor and remember the law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
Red light, green light: Study suggests Floridaโs traffic signals are outdated. AI could be a solution
Read full article: Red light, green light: Study suggests Floridaโs traffic signals are outdated. AI could be a solutionPerhaps nothing is more frustrating for drivers than mistimed lights during their commute, and a new study suggests that artificial intelligence could fix this.
Leesburg woman killed in hit-and-run crash; FHP seeks driver who abandoned SUV
Read full article: Leesburg woman killed in hit-and-run crash; FHP seeks driver who abandoned SUVTroopers are calling on the public for information about a driver who allegedly abandoned an SUV after fatally rear-ending a motorcyclist with it in Lake County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Palm Bay suspends school zone speed cameras again, this time through rest of school year
Read full article: Palm Bay suspends school zone speed cameras again, this time through rest of school yearSaying itโs been causing concerns and does not meet the standards "for any program implemented in our communityโ" Palm Bay has announced itโs suspending its school zone speed camera program for the remainder of the school year.
Trooper Steve on Patrol highlights pedestrian safety on Rinehart Road, SR-46 in Sanford
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol highlights pedestrian safety on Rinehart Road, SR-46 in SanfordItโs an area many of you know wellโlined with businesses on both sides, and a road that sees thousands of drivers every single day. Itโs the kind of place where safety should never be an afterthought.
WATCH LIVE: Where in Florida can traffic enforcement actually happen? Hereโs the breakdown
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Where in Florida can traffic enforcement actually happen? Hereโs the breakdownWhile many people recognize the Florida Highway Patrol for being traffic-focused (youโve probably seen those marked Chargers or Tahoes sitting off the interstate), our jurisdiction actually covers a lot more ground than people realize.
โEnforcement is here:โ REAL ID deadline arrives Wednesday. Hereโs what to know
Read full article: โEnforcement is here:โ REAL ID deadline arrives Wednesday. Hereโs what to knowStarting Wednesday, the Transportation Security Administration will begin enforcing the long-delayed federal requirement, meaning passengers flying out of any U.S. airport, including those in Central Florida, must show a REAL ID-compliant driverโs license or present another acceptable form of identification, such as a valid passport or military ID.
73-year-old pedestrian struck, killed in Orange County crash, troopers say
Read full article: 73-year-old pedestrian struck, killed in Orange County crash, troopers sayA 73-year-old man was killed after being struck by a vehicle in Orange County on Monday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Is ChampionsGate finally getting some relief on I-4?
Read full article: Is ChampionsGate finally getting some relief on I-4?Recently, construction crews wrapped up work adding extra lanes in both directions. And while that sounds like music to the ears of daily commuters, the big question is, has it actually made a difference?
Pedestrian struck, killed while walking on road in Volusia County, FHP says
Read full article: Pedestrian struck, killed while walking on road in Volusia County, FHP saysA 64-year-old DeLand man was struck by a car and killed while walking on a road in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Suspect in custody after hit-and-run crash kills 2 on I-95 in Palm Bay, troopers say
Read full article: Suspect in custody after hit-and-run crash kills 2 on I-95 in Palm Bay, troopers sayTroopers have a suspect in custody after a hit-and-run crash which killed two people and forced the temporary closure of all southbound lanes on Interstate 95 in Palm Bay, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Motorcyclist killed in crash with SUV at Orange County intersection, troopers say
Read full article: Motorcyclist killed in crash with SUV at Orange County intersection, troopers sayA 46-year-old Orlando man who was riding a motorcycle in Orange County died after crashing into an SUV that had turned into his path, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
โWhy are you hauling ass?โ Off-duty Osceola deputy stopped for speeding
Read full article: โWhy are you hauling ass?โ Off-duty Osceola deputy stopped for speedingA sergeant with the Osceola County Sheriffโs Office who had once been fired from the agency for speeding in his patrol vehicle was pulled over in February for driving his personal car too fast, News 6 has learned.
What should you do when you see a funeral procession?
Read full article: What should you do when you see a funeral procession?Letโs be honest โ driving can be stressful enough on a normal day. But when you encounter something like an official funeral procession, many drivers arenโt sure what theyโre supposed to do.
Whatโs happening at Partin Settlement, Simmons Road in Osceola County?
Read full article: Whatโs happening at Partin Settlement, Simmons Road in Osceola County?So today, with your concerns in mind, weโre taking the cameras out to see firsthand just how much has changed. Spoiler alert: itโs a lot.
โA good thing for sure:โ FDOT opens relief lanes on I-4 in Osceola, Polk counties
Read full article: โA good thing for sure:โ FDOT opens relief lanes on I-4 in Osceola, Polk countiesDrivers along one section of Interstate 4 are seeing shorter travel times with the opening of new congestion relief lanes.
Orlandoโs downtown traffic to face months of detours as major road project kicks off
Read full article: Orlandoโs downtown traffic to face months of detours as major road project kicks offThe city has closed a key section of Summerlin Avenue as part of a long-term effort to replace aging underground systems and prevent future failures.
5 dead, 7 injured when van rolls over on Floridaโs Turnpike in Osceola County
Read full article: 5 dead, 7 injured when van rolls over on Floridaโs Turnpike in Osceola CountyIn addition to the confirmed five fatalities at the scene, troopers said that multiple occupants were taken to the hospital via air care.
Man killed, 9-month-old among 3 hurt in crash on SR-408 in Orange County, FHP says
Read full article: Man killed, 9-month-old among 3 hurt in crash on SR-408 in Orange County, FHP saysA crash on State Road 408 in Orange County killed a man, left three other people with serious injuries and forced the closure of all eastbound lanes, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Deputy, pickup truck driver injured in Osceola County patrol car crash
Read full article: Deputy, pickup truck driver injured in Osceola County patrol car crashAn Osceola County deputy and a 59-year-old woman were injured after a crash involving a patrol car and a pickup truck on Saturday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
74-year-old motorcyclist killed in Marion County crash, troopers say
Read full article: 74-year-old motorcyclist killed in Marion County crash, troopers sayA 74-year-old New Port Richey man was killed in a two-vehicle crash in Marion County on Saturday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.