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Sanford, FL

SANFORD, Fla. - An Orlando firefighter nearly saved the life of a Seminole County Sheriff's Deputy whose car burst into flames during a crash Saturday. Lieutenant Ben Wootson was driving with his son when he saw a crash happen involving a Seminole County Deputy. The firefighter reportedly saw the car was on fire at S. Orange Avenue and Wayside Drive on Saturday and pulled the deputy out of the burning vehicle, according to a Facebook post.

Heroic firefighter pulls Deputy from fiery patrol car after Sanford crash

Cocoa, FL

COCOA, Fla. - A local mom is fighting to clear her name after police accused her of leaving a bomb threat at a local school. Fox 35 first reported on the arrest last February when a threatening voicemail came into Cocoa High School. Now, the Florida State Attorney’s office is dropping the charges of making a false bomb report.

Charges dropped against Florida mother accused of calling in false bomb threat to school

Orlando, FL

ORLANDO, Fla. - The family of a man killed in an Orlando warehouse fireworks fire has filed a lawsuit on his behalf just days after the family of another victim filed suit. Court records show that a lawsuit has been filed by James and Barbie Bourland — the parents of 24-year-old Landon Bourland, a man who died after the massive warehouse fire killed three others on December 1, 2022.

Second lawsuit filed in deadly Orlando warehouse fire that claimed 4 lives

Many gathered for the bittersweet 1-year anniversary of Tyre Sampson who fell from a Freefall ride at ICON Park in Orlando, Florida. They had a balloon release to honor the teen.

'Bittersweet day': Tyre Sampson family honors teen 1 year after his death

ORLANDO, Fla. - There are many factors to consider when thinking about moving to another state or area. The time spent researching potential neighborhoods that many hope to call their forever home is crucial in picking the right for your family. If Orlando is on your radar, there is one neighborhood that ranked as the fifth-best place to live in 2023.

This Orlando neighborhood ranked as one of the best in the nation

ORLANDO, Fla. - Sometimes you can find the most delicious food at the most understated places. While Central Florida is filled with hundreds of amazing food options, some of the unpretentious, out-of-the-way dining spots leave you even more satisfied. These are typically those neighborhood favorites or historic eateries that only most locals know about.

8 best 'hole in the wall' restaurants in Central Florida you need to try

Flagler Beach, FL

FLAGLER BEACH, Fla. - A whale that became stranded on a Florida beach Friday afternoon has died. The whale, which measured approximately 15 feet in length and weighed an estimated 3,000 pounds, had beached itself in Flagler Beach multiple times as rescuers attempted to pull it back into the water. Several onlookers covered the whale in wet towels while team members from the Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute (HSWRI), a non-profit research organization, assessed the health of the mammal.

Whale stranded at Flagler Beach on Florida's Atlantic Coast dies after multiple rescue attempts

Port Orange, FL

A man wanted for homicide has died after police say he crashed while fleeing a traffic stop. Port Orange police say they tried to conduct a traffic stop for Montrail Johnson just after midnight on Thursday at Nova Road and Madeline Avenue. They say that's when Johnson fled in his blue Honda into South Daytona and eventually crashed in the parking lot of John’s Appliance on Beville Road.

Florida man wanted in homicide dies in crash while fleeing police

PORT ORANGE, Fla. - A 21-year-old died on Thursday after he crashed a car he was driving while attempting to flee from Port Orange Police Officers, according to investigators. An officer said he observed Montrail Johnson driving a Honda around 12:02 a.m. with tints darker than what was allowed by Florida state law. An officer said when he stopped Johnson, he told him that his girlfriend had recently purchased the car with the tint was already on it.

Florida 21-year-old dies after crashing while fleeing from Port Orange Police

SANFORD, Fla. - A Seminole County deputy was hurt after crashing his patrol vehicle in Sanford, causing it to burst into flames. The crash happened at S. Orange Avenue and Wayside Drive on Saturday. "According to a witness, the patrol car traveled off of the roadway and struck a bridge...

Seminole County deputy pulled from fiery patrol vehicle crash in Sanford, FHP says

ORLANDO, Fla. - Orange County fire crews evacuated the Hyatt Regency Hotel on I-Drive Saturday after a fire started at the hotel, crews said. According to a tweet, crews were at the hotel which is located at 9801 International Drive after a fire started in a planter box on the balcony of the 14th floor.

Fire prompts evacuation at Hyatt Regency Hotel on I-Drive

A Central Florida K9 is in the lead for the K9 March Madness Tournament! K9 Axle stopped by Good Day Orlando to earn your vote!

Florida K9 March Madness Tournament

ORLANDO, Fla. - Nearly 20 students at Colonial High School began suffering from heat exhaustion Thursday, fire officials said. According to Orange County Fire, a situation at the school prompted an evacuation of all the students who were taken outside the building. While waiting for the school to be cleared,...

Several students treated for heat exhaustion at Orlando high school

Winter Park, FL

ORLANDO, Fla. - Winter Park has an official name for a new park that is under construction on the former Progress Point property at the corner of Orange Ave. and Denning Dr. After polling city residents, Winter Park announced the winning entry was "Seven Oaks Park," beating out "Progress Point Park" and "Gateway Park." The park is aptly named after the seven large live oak trees that were transplanted onto the property last year. One of the trees suffered some slight damage due to Hurricane Ian but has since be anchored and is upright.

Winter Park commission approves name for new greenspace: 'Seven Oaks Park'

ORLANDO, Fla. - Today's high: 92 degrees. Our weather remains generally quiet and still plenty hot this weekend. Late this afternoon we could see an isolated shower or thunderstorm, but most should remain dry. Highs will climb to near into the upper 80s to low 90s area-wide so keep cool!

Orlando weather: Near-record heat expected through the weekend in Central Florida

ORLANDO, Fla. - UCF Athletic Director Terry Mohajir on Thursday provided an update on the progress being made by the school in its transition into the Big 12 Conference, what has been branded as the Mission XII initiative. Part of that update included renderings of the Marc and Sharon Hagle...

UCF provides update on Mission XII initiative, new football complex

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DeBary restaurant owner says she doesn't want business from Biden supporters

DEBARY, Fla. - The DeBary Diner is turning heads with a sign posted on the front door. It reads, \"If you voted for and continue to...

DEBARY, Fla. - The DeBary Diner is turning heads with a sign posted on the front door. It reads, "If you voted for and continue to...

DeBary restaurant owner says she doesn't want business from Biden supporters

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