The fees would apply only to new residential and commercial development, but some residents say they are concerned about the potential ripple effect on the cost of living in Apopka.
With the discussion around property tax cuts hitting a fever pitch in Florida, a new report shows which counties have imposed the highest levies statewide.
A 20-year-old man is accused of shooting and killing a driver who took him home over the weekend in Apopka, according to police.
From markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.
An Apopka couple and their insurance company are out of tens of thousands of dollars after a roofing company cashed an insurance check but hasn’t replaced the roof.
According to an FHP crash report, a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado driven by a 17-year-old male lost control while negotiating a curve. The vehicle ran off the road, struck a tree, and overturned.
Seminole 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.
“Christy” stars Sydney Sweeney as Christy Martin. It opens in theaters on Nov. 7 and will take audiences through the boxing champion’s rise in the ring and her survival outside of it. Christy Martin visited News 6 to discuss the movie.
On Tuesday, The Apopka Planning Commission unanimously voted to grant access for the construction of a new mosque in its downtown area.
A 54-year-old Apopka man driving an SUV on Interstate 4 in Hillsborough County died after suffering a medical emergency and crashing, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A portion of Main Street in Apopka was closed after a crash that left a woman dead and a driver behind bars, according to police.
A man was detained over the weekend after a 4-year-old boy was hospitalized in the wake of a local shootout, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
A lawsuit is challenging whether Apopka City Council member Nadia Anderson lived within city limits when she ran for office.
Tom in Apopka is a proud Vietnam Veteran - and we’re proud of him too - so when he asked us to mount his American flag outside his front door, we were happy to show our appreciation and respect for his service to our country!
Apopka city commissioners voted unanimously to suspend the city’s contract with Main Street Apopka after a downtown mural sparked days of criticism and was ultimately painted over.
A mural in downtown Apopka that had drawn criticism for its resemblance to another artist’s work was completely painted over Monday morning.
For residents living along Clear Water Lake, rising water isn’t just a view out the back door — it’s creeping into their yards.
Apopka residents could see higher utility bills this fall as city leaders weigh a proposal to raise rates for water, reclaimed water, sewer, and garbage services.
An Orange County school bus was involved in a minor crash Friday morning in Apopka, prompting multiple hospitalizations as a precaution, according to police and the school district.
Law enforcement activity led by U.S. Border Patrol caused Apopka High School to be placed on a temporary secure/hold, according to officials.
Corie Murray interviews Ella Duke, an Apopka-based entrepreneur behind several community endeavors and burgeoning businesses.
Sheeler High School is a small, public charter school in Apopka that’s rewriting the script and giving students a second chance.
Drivers in Apopka say relief can’t come soon enough as the city moves forward with plans to widen Ocoee-Apopka Road, one of the region’s most congested corridors.
At just 4 years old, Braelynn Farmer, better known as River, is already making a big impression with the Apopka Royals Competition Cheer Team, despite facing medical challenges few understand.
An Apopka woman said a road trip to the springs with her family turned terrifying after another driver allegedly pulled a gun on her during a road rage encounter.
An Apopka man was arrested during the recent bust of a nationwide scheme targeting veteran students, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Apopka leaders will meet to address ongoing flooding issues connected to two Apopka lakes, but some residents are frustrated as the city works to manage the problems.
A plea hearing is scheduled for the mother of an 11-year-old who is accused of shooting two teens at a Pop Warner football practice in Apopka.
The Lake Apopka North Shore Wildlife Drive is celebrating a decade of success this year, marking 10 years since this remarkable area was opened to the public as a destination for wildlife viewing and outdoor recreation.
Just off Plymouth-Sorrento Road in Apopka lies a piece of local history that’s been buried by more than just time.
Living in a food desert means daily challenges like walking long distances just to get fresh produce and groceries. That’s what Brittany Glover deals with constantly in Parramore.
The Apopka City Council approved a preliminary plan on Wednesday evening to work with Matthew’s Hope to allow the ministry to park a motor coach (bus) within city limits that will be used as a temporary mobile shelter for homeless people.
Police say a 53-year-old man was run over and killed in Apopka while seeking shelter from a storm underneath a vehicle.
An Apopka woman spoke out after her father, a local business owner who came to the U.S. decades ago, was deported back to Guatemala.
Apopka City Council will take up the a proposal to park a mobile shelter bus in the city on June 18, in an effort to help the homeless population.
Immigration advocates and local residents voiced growing concerns this week over recent federal immigration enforcement actions in Central Florida, including a reported U.S. Border Patrol stop in Apopka and ongoing detentions by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Last week, another half-dozen restaurants across Central Florida were told to close after they were visited by a health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Tuesday in Apopka that would allow people to use gold or silver coin to pay for bills, calling it a way to give people financial independence from the federal government.
A homeless man was arrested after police said he set fire to a thrift store that donates money to the homeless, according to the police department.
Crews in Orange County are battling a brush fire that is causing traffic headaches for motorists on Saturday afternoon.
As the winds die down and the rain subsides, it’s tempting to think the worst is over once a storm has passed. However, the reality is often quite different.
The City of Winter Park is set to vote on whether to move forward with a new agreement to keep police officers on public school campuses, ending a monthslong standoff with Orange County Public Schools.
More than three decades after 27-year-old Julia Sue Wilbanks was found stabbed to death in St. Cloud, police said they’ve solved the cold case using DNA evidence and genetic genealogy.
News 6 went to Apopka City Hall, where a representative from Congressman Daniel Webster’s office was meeting with constituents. Our camera was not allowed inside the meeting, but we did meet a handful of people outside who showed up to share their concerns.
Five local governments will provide officers for public schools in tentative agreements reached by Orange County Public Schools.
An Orlando man has been arrested after officers said he shot his ex-wife and tried to frame her for the act, according to the Apopka Police Department.
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.
Watering restrictions will start March 9 for residents and businesses in multiple counties to conserve water and maintain lawn and plant health.
Wednesday afternoon, the city commission gave their approval to a plan put together by Orange County to alleviate flooding around the Piedmont chain of lakes. It’s a job that the city expects will take hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars to complete.
A Central Florida man who was diagnosed with stage four renal cell carcinoma is sharing his story on what helped him navigate the daunting diagnosis.
Transforming a 100-year-old chicken feed store into a food hall is not an easy task, but Ella Duke and her team took it on.
Heart Health Awareness Month is almost at an end, but Philip “Critter” Crider feels like he’s just getting started on life. Critter’s journey began with a simple shortness of breath that led to a life-altering discovery.
Long time WKMG investigative reporter Mike Holfeld is back in the world of media as co-host of a NEWLY named podcast called "4th Monday."
City and county leaders are preparing for a critical meeting to discuss a short-term solution to persistent flooding at Border Lake. While both sides agree that action is needed, tensions are rising over what is driving the conversation.
State agencies investigating a massive fish kill in Lake Apopka say they've ruled out some possibilities but are still unsure what caused the incident.
Four Keke's Breakfast Cafes have closed temporarily and two permanently in the Central Florida area, according to a spokesperson for the restaurant chain.
Decades of work and millions of dollars have gone into restoring Lake Apopka, but now hundreds of dead fish are showing up along the shoreline. Our News 6 team started receiving messages from residents concerned about the situation and set out Tuesday to see it for ourselves.
The Republican-controlled Florida Legislature passed a bill Tuesday night aimed at curbing illegal immigration, sending the package to the desk of Gov. Ron DeSantis, who has derided the proposal for days.
In the days since an alleged drunk driver was arrested for killing a six-year-old boy who was riding his bike in an Apopka mobile home park, the residents of that community have grown increasingly vocal about safety concerns on their roads.
Nathan Tuck told News 6 he got a call from his attorney around 11 p.m. on Monday that President Donald Trump pardoned him and others for charges stemming from the attack on the US Capitol.
The Foundation for Orange County Public Schools has established a memorial fund in honor of the 6-year-old boy who was hit and killed while riding his bicycle in an Apopka mobile home park on Saturday.
