Photos: Police capture alligator hanging out on Mount Dora resident's front porch
Police said an "unwanted visitor" was hanging around on a resident's front porch.
May 19, 2026Open source
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Donnelly Street in Mount Dora to reopen Thursday after months of flood repairs
Donnelly Street is set to reopen on Thursday following the completion of repair work, months after torrential downpours washed out roads.
May 19, 2026Open source
Man Shot With a .45 After Allegedly Breaking into a Home to Find His Wife
A man was shot Saturday morning after allegedly breaking into a Mount Dora, Florida, home in an attempt to find his wife.
May 5, 2026Open source
Man breaks into home in search of wife, is shot by homeowner, LCSO says
Authorities said David Michael Lutz broke into the Mount Dora home in search of his wife, but found the barrel of a gun instead.
May 5, 2026Open source
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$4M for Groveland Four families comes after decades of fighting for justice
A fund approved by Florida lawmakers for relatives of the Groveland Four, the group of Lake County Black men falsely accused of raping a white woman in 1949,...
May 27, 2026Open source
Hurricane season 2026: Tropical rainfall brings flooding pain to Central Florida
Hurricane Ian turned Orlo Vista into a lake. When the storm stalled over Central Florida in September 2022, it dropped historic rainfall across Orange County...
May 25, 2026Open source
Crash shuts down Florida's Turnpike southbound in Clermont
All of the southbound lanes on Florida's Turnpike are shut down in Clermont after a crash
May 19, 2026Open source
Historic Lake Eola home added to preservation group’s ‘11 to Save’ list
The move to save the Lubbe House came at the Preserve Florida conference and "is designed to increase the public's awareness of the urgent need to save Flori...
May 17, 2026Open source
Florida residents: Disney World tickets as low as $65 per day this summer
Florida residents can get discounted tickets to Walt Disney World theme parks for the summer months and into this fall.
May 15, 2026Open source
Man pleads guilty in Lake Worth Beach father’s killing, sentenced to 38 years
A man accused in a deadly Palm Beach County beating in February 2024 has pleaded guilty and will spend decades behind bars.
May 14, 2026Open source
False threat at Blue Lake Elementary part of growing swatting trend in Boca Raton
False threat at Blue Lake Elementary part of growing swatting trend in Boca Raton
May 14, 2026Open source
Florida man nabbed during Hawaiian vacation over ‘Orlando World Live’ scheme
An Orlando man was arrested during a trip to Hawaii as part of a fraud bust this week, according to Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier.
May 9, 2026Open source
Taylor Twellman credits golf for saving his life
LinkORLANDO, FLORIDA - JANUARY 31: Taylor Twellman plays his shot from the first tee during the third round of the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champ...
May 8, 2026Open source
Father, son marine police officers speak out after rescuing 6 people from sinking boat
A family of six were rescued on a lake in Florida by a coordinated effort from water and air with a father, son officer duo at the helm by boat.
May 6, 2026Open source
6 People Rescued From Sinking Boat in Frantic Operation in Florida, on Video
Florida authorities leapt into action after a boat started to go down on a lake ... with dramatic video showing first responders saving 6 souls.
May 6, 2026Open source
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Feeling tropical-licious? We visited lots of South Florida tiki bars & here are our faves
A curated roundup of tiki bars throughout Broward and Palm Beach counties, including Mai-Kai Restaurant and Polynesian Show in Oakland Park, Old Key Lime Hou...
May 27, 2026Open source
Lakeland Navy veteran honors fallen cousin on all-female 'Flight of Honor' to Washington, D.C.
The 88-year-old retired Navy control tower operator joined dozens of female veterans aboard an Allegiant Air Flight of Honor departing from Lakeland Linder...
May 19, 2026Open source
Palm Beach Lakes 'Retro Rams' esports teams headed to national championship
Palm Beach Lakes High School’s Retro Rams esports teams are headed to Texas to compete for a national championship in Smash Bros. and Rocket League.
May 14, 2026Open source
Bro-flakes: angry, entitled and convinced they’re victims | Scott Maxwell
Florida is home to a number of invasive species, including lionfish and Burmese pythons. But few creatures seem to be proliferating in more annoying fashion...
May 9, 2026Open source
Traffic Alert: Lane closures on I-4 WB at Memorial Boulevard in Lakeland
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, as of 6:30 am, it is being called a major crash. There is no word on injuries.
May 9, 2026Open source
Netflix film depicting Miami Lakes drug bust damaged reputation of MDSO deputies, lawsuit alleges
MIAMI LAKES, FLA. (WSVN) - A Netflix film inspired by the largest cash seizure in South Florida’s history is now the subject of a lawsuitRead More
May 8, 2026Open source
Missing Glacier hiker found dead in apparent bear attack
A Florida man missing in Glacier National Park was killed in an apparent bear attack, officials said Thursday.
May 8, 2026Open source
Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office hosts Lt. Governor Jay Collins for Public Safety Discussions
The Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office was honored to welcome Florida Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins today as part of his continued outreach efforts with...
May 7, 2026Open source
City of Okeechobee honors HCA Florida Raulerson Hospital nurses
The City of Okeechobee officially proclaimed May 6–12 as Nurses Week, recognizing the extraordinary dedication ...
May 6, 2026Open source
FWC Florida Panther morality update
The FWC has updated the Panther Pulse web page with mortality information through May 5, 2026...
May 6, 2026Open source
Maxwell: Florida bro-flakes. They’re angry, loud, entitled and convinced they’re victims
Maxwell: "Bro-flakes" are on the rise in Florida. They're guys who are angry, loud, entitled and convinced the world is out to get White men. The governor an...
May 6, 2026Open source
2 dogs, 1 person dead in Lakeland mobile home fire
HEARTBREAKING 💔 Two dogs and one person are dead following a mobile home fire in Lakeland.
May 5, 2026Open source
Florida's drought conditions leave alligators with no place to go
Drought conditions in Florida are so bad that some lakes are drying up and alligators are running out of room.
May 5, 2026Open source
FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE CELEBRATES LARGEST GRADUATING CLASS IN THE INSTITUTION'S HISTORY
LAKELAND, Fla., May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College marked a historic milestone on Saturday, May 2, as it conferred degrees upon 583 graduat...
May 3, 2026Open source
Palm Beach County Schools begins construction on new Westlake elementary school
The School District of Palm Beach County has officially broken ground on a new elementary school in Westlake, a campus expected to open its doors in August 2027
May 3, 2026Open source
Palm Beach County Schools begins construction on new Westlake elementary schoolThe School District of Palm...
Palm Beach County Schools begins construction on new Westlake elementary schoolThe School District of Palm Beach County has officially broken ground on a new...
May 2, 2026Open source
Genius Used Stolen Credit Card For Pal's Bail
Lakeisha Brisbane, 46, faces a pair of felony charges for allegedly using an elderly victim
May 2, 2026Open source
Florida "Santa Claus" arrested in undercover child sex sting, sheriff says Thomas Hicks, 68, of Lakeland, f...
Thomas Hicks, 68, of Lakeland, faces numerous charges including human trafficking and using a computer to seduce a child.
Apr 30, 2026Open source
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Mount Dora is in Lake County, Florida.
Region: Central Florida
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32756, 32757
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Uribe’s resignation will let DeSantis fill her Orange County commission seat
The details of Florida's resign-to-run law forced Uribe, a candidate for county mayor, to leave office early in order to ensure a special election to replace...
May 27, 2026Open source
Lane Kiffin on turning down Gators: ‘It really was not about them’
Lane Kiffin said LSU’s fit and timing outweighed Florida ties when he chose the Tigers over the Gators.
May 27, 2026Open source
Start times announced for first three Florida football games
Florida announced the kickoff times for the season's opening three games, with the rest of the SEC set for release June 10.
May 27, 2026Open source
Aurora police search for victim after 2 suspects arrested in RTD station attack Police in Aurora are search...
Police in Aurora are searching for the victim in an attack that happened last week at the RTD Florida station.
May 27, 2026Open source
South Florida World Cup fandom through the years | PHOTOS
Before Hard Rock Stadium hosts its first-ever FIFA matches this summer, look back at World Cup watch parties, bars, and soccer fans across South Florida thro...
May 27, 2026Open source
2026 hurricane season: Here’s why Florida insurance experts hold cautiously optimistic outlook
A “below-normal” year for storms could further a positive trend for Florida's insurance market, industry experts contend. Here's what to expect.
May 27, 2026Open source
Tesla in autopilot mode crashes into pond, killing 87-year-old driver: Florida Highway Patrol
A Florida man is dead after his Tesla, which was in autopilot mode, went off-road and crashed into a pond, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. (Photo: FHP)
May 27, 2026Open source
Tesla in autopilot mode sinks in pond after striking electrical box killing Wesley Chapel man: FHP
A Wesley Chapel man died Tuesday night when his Tesla crashed as it was in autopilot mode, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
May 27, 2026Open source
Broward man convicted in ‘family-run' cocaine trafficking operation, AG says
A Broward man who operated a “family-run” cocaine trafficking ring that distributed drugs throughout South Florida has been convicted, authorities said.
May 27, 2026Open source
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