One person is in the hospital, and two others detained, after a shooting at an Apopka family festival Friday night. That’s all according to Apopka Police. Officers say the shooting happened at the Fall Family Festival at Kit Land Nelson Park at 10 South Forest Avenue late Friday into early Saturday morning.

A construction sign, heavy equipment and small purple utility flags mark the site of an infrastructure project in northwest Apopka.

After years of reclaimed-water pressure problems affecting neighborhoods across northern Apopka, the city has secured nearly $5.8 million in state funding to address a missing pipeline connection that officials say has restricted water delivery to thousands of households.

After the Polk County Sheriff’s Office announced the results of its largest-ever undercover operation on Friday, News 6 has obtained a list of suspects who were nabbed in the investigation — including a local sports coach, Disney employees, and an ex-Mickey mouse character.

A week can make a big difference at the intersection of Apopka Boulevard and Sheeler Avenue, where residents who once questioned when unfinished pedestrian safety improvements would be completed are now seeing crews put the finishing touches on new crosswalks.

A rumbling engine, a cloud of white smoke and a patch of grass along East Third Street might not seem like the makings of an underground investigation.

A property in Apopka has accumulated more than $5.6 million in code enforcement fines over nearly eight years. But instead of collecting millions, the city could ultimately settle the case for approximately $22,000.

For people walking across the intersection of Apopka Boulevard and Sheeler Avenue, something as simple as getting to the other side of the street can feel like taking a chance with their lives.

New homes, expanding neighborhoods and construction projects have become familiar sights across Apopka. But behind that growth is a financial question affecting both developers and the people who already call the city home: who pays for the infrastructure needed to support it all?

Construction is already a familiar sight around Apopka’s rapidly developing Kelly Park corridor. New neighborhoods are taking shape, roads are seeing more activity, and longtime residents are watching the landscape change. Now, another 55 homes could be coming to Golden Gem Road.

The Apopka Police Department is asking for the public’s help finding 65-year-old Robert Lee Britten, who was last seen Oct. 13 in Apopka and is considered missing and endangered.

Orange County is taking its fight against mosquitoes to the skies after reporting five locally acquired cases of dengue fever, a mosquito-borne virus that can cause severe illness. The county plans to conduct aerial mosquito spraying in targeted areas of Apopka and Pine Hills in an effort to reduce the mosquito population.

Nearly a month after News 6 first reported on a property covered in shopping carts, discarded furniture and piles of debris, the clutter remains, and the city of Apopka is preparing to take another step in its code enforcement case.

Two more locally acquired cases of dengue fever have been confirmed in Orange County, bringing the county’s total to five, according to the Florida Department of Health. County officials are urging everyone to check around homes for standing water and dump it out.

News 6 headed out to Heineger Lake near Apopka on Thursday, where a neighbor described the water levels as “abnormal.”

A new city-commissioned study says South Apopka could legally and physically be brought into the City of Apopka — but doing so would come with significant costs, new staffing needs and potentially years of infrastructure work.

News 6 learned Saturday that Apopka Mayor Nick Nesta has let go of two city employees. In a letter from the city’s director of HR, it’s announced that Interim City Administrator Radley Williams and Finance Director Blanche Sherman were “separated from employment” due to a reorganization

City records show water use at the East First Street property climbed sharply over several months before reaching 1,015,601 gallons during the latest billing period, which ran from Aug. 3 through Sept. 3.

Apopka police are investigating after neighbors say a 17-year-old boy was injured in a shooting at a neighborhood Thursday night.

Five puppies are now a step closer to finding loving homes after Puppy Rescue Flights completed a rescue mission from Alabama to Central Florida over the weekend.

Five puppies are now a step closer to finding loving homes after Puppy Rescue Flights completed a rescue mission from Alabama to Central Florida over the weekend.

For neighbors along Partnership Hills Drive, the striking appearance is only part of the frustration. They want to know when it will actually be cleaned up.

Drivers are asked to use alternate routes until the area is cleared. Drivers who must travel the area are urged caution and remain alert for emergency vehicles.

About 500 Apopka utility accounts are expected to receive credits after water-meter and equipment problems contributed to estimated billing and back-billing — and the city now acknowledges the underlying meter problem is still not completely resolved.

An internal City of Apopka investigation details complaints from three planning employees who raised concerns about Commissioner Nadia Anderson’s conduct during a meeting over a proposed development — including one planning manager who said he interpreted her comments as an attempt to intimidate staff.

The race for Orange County Commission District 2 is heading to a November runoff, with former state Rep. Kamia Brown facing incumbent Commissioner Mike Crabb.

Apopka commissioners tentatively approved a higher property tax rate Thursday, one day after approving increases for water, sewer and garbage service.

City of Apopka residents will pay more for water, sewer and garbage pickup starting Oct. 1. On Wednesday, commissioners unanimously approved a 6% rate hike for water, sewer and reclaimed water, as well as a 6.5% rate hike for garbage.

Ocoee-Apopka Road, from Harmon Road to South Hawthorne Avenue, is expected to be widened from two lanes to four. The project also includes multi-use paths, bike lanes, improved drainage and smart lighting.

Publix has revealed a couple more stores set to open next month — including one right here in Central Florida.

U.S. News & World Report has released its latest ranking of the best places to live in the country — and within the Sunshine State itself.

A phone call or message creates the crisis. The person on the other end says your bank account has a problem, your computer has been hacked or you could be in serious trouble. Then comes the pressure: act now.

A May City of Apopka notice says committed funding is insufficient to complete the Kelly Park Road widening project. The document lists a $13.7 million estimated funding deficiency, while the city says the shortfall against the developers’ $20 million funding cap was about $1.05 million at the time of the notice.

The City of Apopka addressed the concerns in a Facebook post, explaining that its Finance Department recently moved water payments to a temporary payment system while the city prepares to launch a new permanent financial operating system in October.

Lanes of U.S. 441 in Apopka are currently shut down due to a water main break. Lanes are closed at Roger Williams Road as efforts are underway to repair the issue.

The City of Apopka is hitting pause on hiring for vacant city positions, at least for a few months, while officials review city needs and responsibilities. This also comes amid concerns about hiring and the possibility of raising property taxes. The city released a public notice about the hiring freeze on Wednesday.

Deputies say a bystander tried to intervene in a fight in the area of Plymouth Sorrento Road and West Ponkan Road in Apopka this morning and was shot and killed.

Apopka residents could soon pay more for nearly every service listed on their city utility bill, adding another potential household expense as city leaders also consider a higher property-tax rate.

After residents and business owners repeatedly raised concerns about water quality with News 6, records and responses from the City of Apopka and state environmental regulators reveal two conclusions that can exist at the same time.

A portion of an Apopka Walmart parking lot is now serving as a runway for a new kind of delivery service — one that bypasses Central Florida roads and carries customers’ orders through the sky.

After nearly a decade on News 6 mornings, “Trooper Steve” reflects on the moments that mattered — from traffic safety to community events — and explains what’s next as Apopka’s director of public information.

Police are investigating at shooting at the Home Depot at 1670 W. Orange Blossom Trail in Apopka.

Apopka residents packed a special city meeting Monday night, airing frustration over flooding and poor road conditions as commissioners debated a proposed 32% millage rate increase.

Ahead of a vote that could increase property tax rates in Apopka, News 6 sent city leaders five questions, including what specific services, positions or projects the additional money would fund; what could be reduced under a lower rate; and why the city continues to face a budget gap as its population and tax base grow. Monday’s decision will establish the maximum rate the city may consider through the remainder of the budget process.

The proposal would increase the millage rate by 0.75 and generate an additional $6.6 million for the city. For homeowners with a $300,000 property, the increase would mean about $187 more per year in taxes.

Orange County plans to install an automated speed camera near Rock Springs Elementary School following a traffic study that confirmed dangerous speeding along Rock Springs Road.

The Apopka City Commission failed to reach a unanimous agreement Wednesday on a proposed property tax millage rate for the upcoming fiscal year, delaying a decision as city leaders face a deadline to finalize next year’s budget.

Community members gathered in Apopka early Saturday morning for a memorial workout honoring fallen firefighter Austin Duran, whose legacy continues through a nonprofit dedicated to firefighter safety and community support.

Central Florida communities will gather this weekend for the annual 15 Days of Hope, honoring fallen Apopka firefighter Austin Duran through a community workout and inaugural 5K while supporting The 2650 Foundation's mission to serve first responders and their families.

Police said the incident happened on Tuesday evening along State Road 414, where the girl was seen waving her arms to get help outside an SUV on the side of the highway.

A stretch of Boy Scout Road in Apopka is drawing new attention as the city considers lowering the speed limit in response to concerns about speeding and safety.

An Apopka man accused of running a massive cryptocurrency investment fraud through Goliath Ventures has agreed to plead guilty, according to court records obtained by News 6 on Tuesday.

Family, friends and fellow soldiers gathered Saturday in Apopka to celebrate the life of Army Specialist Mariyah Collington, a 19-year-old soldier who died while serving in Morocco.

According to the arrest affidavit, a witness saw Bryan Stubbs tampering with the vehicle of a bowling alley employee. A mechanic later found a tracking device attached to the vehicle, Apopka police said.

An Emmy award-winning News 6 investigation into hundreds of traffic citations and toll bills suspiciously mailed to an Apopka family’s home has prompted the arrest of a convicted sex offender on fraud charges.

The family of Army Spc. Mariyah Symone Collington gathered Wednesday at the Orlando Executive Airport for a dignified transfer — the formal military ceremony honoring the return of a fallen service member’s remains.

Apopka city leaders are preparing to vote on a notice of default against the developer behind the long-stalled Station Street revitalization project, which could end the city's downtown overhaul plans entirely.

Several law enforcement vehicles were spotted in an Apopka neighborhood on Thursday evening.

Trooper Steve on Patrol stopped by the city’s Memorial Day service to take in the powerful ceremony and speak with some of the people who continue working to make sure those sacrifices are never forgotten.

The Orange County Sheriff's Office is investigating a deadly shooting that happened on Monday on South Central Avenue.

Apopka Police Department said a local man was arrested after investigators linked him to a road rage shooting that sent a bullet through a woman’s car window.

Apopka resident and Boxing Hall of Famer Christy Martin was honored for her support of domestic violence survivors, receiving a national Purple Ribbon Award. She talks with WKMG Sports Director Jamie Seh.

The latest study reveals the top-ranked places to live across the U.S. — including right here in the Sunshine State.

According to an FHP report, an unknown vehicle was traveling south on Marvin C. Zanders Avenue when it struck a pedestrian who was “possibly laying in the southbound travel lane”, north of West 17th Street.

A high-speed Florida Highway Patrol chase ended with a car crashing through a brick wall in the Chelsea Park neighborhood of Apopka, causing ongoing frustration for resident Pat Oates whose property was affected.

Police in Apopka are searching for a hit-and-run driver after a 43-year-old man was critically injured while crossing Orange Blossom Trail.

Two men were arrested after shots were reported near Martin Street and North Maine Avenue, where vehicles and a fence were hit by gunfire, police said.

Residents in Apopka have raised concerns online about cows appearing undernourished in a local field, prompting debate over their care.

Orange County deputies are searching for a suspect after a shooting that occurred on Thursday on East 13th Street.

Apopka is spending $700,000 to repair a widening collapse on Wolf Creek Court, where residents say years of sinking ground could be getting worse.

Last week, six more eateries across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.

City Commissioner Nick Nesta won the runoff election for Apopka mayor in a landslide, beating Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore 61.94% to 38.06%.

Last week, five more eateries across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.

The runoff election for Apopka mayor is Tuesday, April 14 and early voting is underway. News 6’s Matt Austin joined the Orlando Sentinel to interview the mayoral candidates about growth and development in the city, the future of the downtown area, and what happens if voters eliminate property taxes in Florida.

An Apopka man was arrested in Hillsborough County after allegedly driving recklessly and causing a crash with a motorcycle on I-4. Preston Nascimento, 22, was arrested on Saturday night on I-4 in the Plant City area.

Early voting locations opened Monday for the Apopka mayor’s race runoff election. Apopka City Commissioner Nick Nesta is facing Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore in the runoff.

We spent the day at the Avian Reconditioning Center (ARC) in Apopka getting up close with birds of prey—and seeing what it takes to rescue, rehab, and (hopefully) release some of the most intense animals in the state.

The girl was standing next to the right rear passenger door of a 2018 Chevrolet Traverse that was parked in the driveway near Robinson Avenue and 13th Street, according to an FHP report.

In one of his last city commission meetings as mayor of Apopka, Bryan Nelson is drawing attention to a topic that commissioners abandoned two years ago.

Troopers said a speeding 2008 Honda Civic hit a utility pole, overturned and caught fire before crashing into a South Apopka house, killing the driver and passenger.

Apopka Police say they’ve arrested a teen tied to multiple car break-ins. People living at the Villas at Errol Estates told News 6 Tuesday they are frustrated and feeling unsafe after the cars were damaged overnight Monday.

Overnight vehicle burglaries at the Villas at Errol Estates in Apopka resulted in about 10 cars having their windows smashed and interiors rummaged, though no items were reported stolen.

A construction site in Seminole County looked different than usual this week, with dozens of women picking up tools and building homes as part of a Women Build initiative during Women’s History Month.

An Orange County teacher was put behind bars after he was accused of sexually molesting young girls he fostered years ago, according to court records obtained by News 6.

The Central Florida man accused of operating a “Ponzi Scheme” is now facing a class-action lawsuit.

This week on “Politically Motivated‚” Christopher Heath and Lauren Melendez take a closer look at what is holding up state budget negotiations, along with what bills are still outstanding, and the results of the city elections in Orange County on Tuesday.

The race for Apopka mayor is headed to a runoff next month after none of the candidates secured more than 50% of the vote in Tuesday’s election.

Two of the candidates in Apopka’s mayoral race went before a judge Monday, less than 24 hours before Election Day. Incumbent Mayor Bryan Nelson is suing to have Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore’s candidacy declared invalid.

City elections are happening Tuesday in Orange County: March 10 in Apopka, Maitland, Oakland. Here's what you need to know.

A 26-year-old former Apopka High School teacher is accused of sexual battery with a student, according to police.

Last week, ten more restaurants across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.

The race for Apopka mayor on March 10 is shaping up to be a contentious one, with key issues including city charter amendments, growth, affordable housing, and infrastructure dominating the conversation. In an interview conducted in partnership between News 6 and the Orlando Sentinel, the three candidates shared their positions and visions for the future of the city.

A verbal argument that began at a Family Dollar escalated to a bullet through someone’s windshields, according to Apopka police.

An Apopka man is accused of running a Ponzi scheme that bilked at least $328 million from victim investors, according to federal prosecutors.

Police say a Facebook Marketplace sale turned violent in Winter Springs.

An Orange County deputy who was arrested in Apopka is accused of domestic violence, according to the sheriff’s office.

Lovetta Quinn-Henry has officially taken the helm as the 16th police chief of the Apopka Police Department, becoming the first woman in the city’s history to hold the position.

Amid a legal dispute between two Apopka candidates for mayor, a circuit judge in Orange County has set a trial date for July 2027 — more than a year after next month’s municipal elections.

Residents in Apopka are still shaken after a shooting sent bullets through homes and vehicles in what they say is a fairly quiet neighborhood, leading to the arrest of a young person.

Police say a juvenile was arrested after shots were fired in an Apopka subdivision.