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Tropical depression brings more rain to Central Florida. Here’s the latest

More rain will pelt parts of Central Florida.

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Tropical depression brings more rain to Central Florida. Here’s the latest

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10 hours ago

Florida mother arrested after baby left in hot car for 3 hours dies

Responders discovered that the child had been left in a car for approximately three hours by the mother as she and her family attended church services.

12 hours ago

Volusia County braces for more storms after back-to-back hurricanes in 2022

Parts of Volusia County left in vulnerable positions after back-to-back hurricanes last year are bracing for the possibility of more storms this season.

13 hours ago

Boeing delays Starliner crewed flight again amid new issues

The maiden crewed flight of the Boeing Starliner will not happen on July 21, the aerospace agency announced Thursday.

14 hours ago

DeSantis appoints Tampa lawyer, ‘Jeopardy!’ champion to Disney property oversight board

Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed Charbel Barakat to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District on Friday.

14 hours ago

Protestors gather in Orlando to speak out against Florida’s newest immigration policy

A coalition of advocates and community organizations that defend immigrant rights voiced their disappointment Thursday against District 25 State Rep. Carolina Amesty, who voted in favor of Florida’s newest immigration policy.

14 hours ago

Hurricane Season grows more dangerous due to climate change, Florida’s population boom

Usually, when you think of Florida's growing population you think of the rising cost of housing or the traffic on the roads.

17 hours ago

Kissimmee gets ready for massive PrideFest block party

The city of Kissimmee is getting ready to block part of its downtown area for its big PrideFest event Saturday.

22 hours ago

Tropical disturbance off Florida coast now has 50% chance of development

A tropical disturbance off the coast of Florida in the Gulf of Mexico now has a 50% chance of development in the next couple days.

23 hours ago

Search suspended for cruise passenger missing off Florida coast

The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended its search for a 35-year-old man who went overboard from a cruise ship 186 miles east of Jacksonville earlier this week, according to a news release.

1 day ago

‘We’re done:’ Volusia County family looks to demolish home after repeated flooding

Seven months after hurricanes Ian and Nicole battered Volusia County, a handful of residents are a step closer to preventing their homes from flooding when the next storm hits.

1 day ago

Home prices in Florida down 27% from last year

The combination of inflation and higher mortgage interest rates is making the American dream of homeownership nearly impossible for many in Florida to afford.

1 day ago

Insurance concerns spike as hurricane season looms in Florida

In September of 2022, Hurricane Ian flooded homes all across Central Florida, from the coast inland, forcing many to evacuate their homes.

1 day ago

Scripps National Spelling Bee finalists flex their knowledge quietly

The Scripps National Spelling Bee is down to 11 finalists, many of whom flash their knowledge onstage by asking questions even though they know the answers.

1 day ago

U.S. Space Force ‘STARCOM’ headquarters planned for Brevard County

The U.S. Space Force Space Training and Readiness Command — dubbed “STARCOM” — is set to make its headquarters in Florida.

1 day ago

Florida education officials to meet over rules for new school laws

The Florida Department of Education is gearing up to begin crafting rules to carry out a number of measures approved by state lawmakers and signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, including some proposals that were among the most controversial issues from the 2023 legislative session.

1 day ago

‘Totally unacceptable:’ Major increase of people illegally passing Osceola school buses

The district announced that the results of an annual survey revealed there had been 754 drivers reported as passing buses illegally while their stop arms were out.

1 day ago

Here’s how the disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico will impact Florida

The National Hurricane Center continues to highlight a disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico for a small chance of tropical development.

1 day ago

Subject with gun draws law enforcement response, prompts road closures in DeLand

DeLand police on Wednesday asked the public to avoid a section of Beresford Avenue just west of U.S. Route 17 where officers and Volusia County deputies responded to an incident involving “a subject in a vehicle with a gun,” according to the department’s social media.

1 day ago

32nd Orlando Fringe Festival breaks records with ‘big return’

Loch Haven Park felt a bit emptier Tuesday without the 1,600 artists, over 120 shows and more than 67,000 attendees that gathered for this year’s Orlando Fringe Festival.

1 day ago

Singer DaniLeigh arrested in Florida DUI hit-and-run; victim suffers fractured spine

Singer DaniLeigh was arrested on a felony hit-and-run charge early Tuesday morning after police accused her of driving drunk and hitting a moped rider on South Beach, dragging the scooter for about a block before officers caught up with her.

1 day ago

Florida traffic leaders launch campaign to curb distracted driving

More than 7,000 people died in crashes involving teens between Memorial Day and Labor Day over a nine-year period and traffic officials are starting a campaign to help curb the distracted driving behind this, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.

1 day ago

Check the date: These items in your hurricane kit might be expired

If you’re just looking to revamp an old storm kit, here’s a list of items you should check for expiration dates.

1 day ago

FBI seeking photos, videos to ID suspects in Memorial Day shooting at Florida beach

The FBI is looking for any photos and videos that could help identify suspects in a Memorial Day shooting at a popular Florida beach promenade in which nine people were wounded, including a 1-year-old child.

1 day ago

Download the FREE News 6 hurricane app. Here’s everything it does

Hurricane season is back once again, and one important tool to have at your disposal is the new-and-improved News 6 Hurricane Tracker app.

1 day ago

WILD VIDEO: Car goes airborne, flips in crazy crash

Video captured a car driving up the ramp of a tow truck at full speed before going airborne and crashing.

2 days ago

Jury selection to begin in trial of former Florida deputy accused of failing to confront Parkland shooter

The trial of a former Florida sheriff's deputy charged with failing to confront the Parkland school shooter is set to begin.

2 days ago

Florida art dealer gets 2 years, 3 months in Warhol forgery scheme

A South Florida art dealer has been sentenced to two years and three months in federal prison in connection with a scheme involving the sale of fake Andy Warhol paintings.

2 days ago

Fight over Florida’s redistricting plan to play out in court

When Florida voters in 2010 passed a constitutional amendment setting rules for congressional redistricting, they barred drawing districts that would “diminish” the ability of minorities to “elect representatives of their choice.”

2 days ago

Lake County crash sparks traffic backups along Florida’s Turnpike

A crash in Lake County involving several vehicles prompted slowdowns along Florida’s Turnpike on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.

2 days ago

REPORT: Massive seaweed blob hitting Florida beaches full of flesh-eating bacteria

A study found that a 5,000-mile-long Sargassum seaweed clump off of Florida's east coast has been carrying floating plastics that hold the bacteria.

2 days ago

Disturbance in Gulf could move over Florida; tropical development possible

An area of showers and storms located over the north central Gulf will have a chance to develop over the next few days

2 days ago

What you need to know about generator safety during hurricane season

With the upcoming hurricane season, the threat of tropical storms or hurricanes brings the potential for residents to be without power for some time.

2 days ago

Is it legal to drive barefoot in Florida?

Trooper Steve answers viewer questions.

2 days ago

Why are some streetlights turning purple across Central Florida?

If you’ve been driving down the road at night and wondered to yourself, “Why are these streetlights purple,” we have your answer.

2 days ago

Volusia schools holds job fairs as it tries to fill 700 vacancies ahead of next year

It's the last week of school for many Central Florida students, but it's also the time in which school districts start ramping up efforts to fill vacancies before the next school year.

2 days ago

Crews search for man who went overboard cruise ship off Florida coast

A 35-year-old man is missing off the coast of Florida after going overboard from a Carnival cruise ship, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.

2 days ago

Dangerous rip currents: 237 rescued off Volusia beaches on Memorial Day

As a disturbance off the coast of Florida brought strong rip currents to Volusia County beaches over the Memorial Day holiday.

3 days ago

Can you legally back into a handicap parking space in Florida?

Trooper Steve answers viewer questions about the rules of the road.

3 days ago

Q’s Crackin’ Crab serves up ‘soulful seafood’ in Cocoa Beach

Quinisha "Q" Bredwood took a big risk opening her restaurant in Cocoa Beach right at the height of the pandemic.

3 days ago

High near 90 in Orlando area. Here’s when rain chances return

Summer is right around the corner.

3 days ago

DeSantis kicks off presidential campaign in Iowa as he steps up criticism of Trump

Ron DeSantis is kicking off his presidential campaign in Iowa at the start of a busy week that will take him to 12 cities in three states as he tests his pitch as the most formidable Republican challenger to former President Donald Trump.

3 days ago

9 injured in Memorial Day shooting at Florida beach

Nine people were injured when gunfire erupted along a beachside promenade in Hollywood, Florida, sending people frantically running for cover at the crowded beach on Memorial Day.

3 days ago

Crowds scramble during apparent shooting along Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, video shows

The footage shows that around 6:41 p.m., the crowds began to scramble away near Margaritaville along the Broadwalk.

3 days ago

Rawr! Where to celebrate World Dinosaur Day in Central Florida

Here are some places to check out for World Dinosaur Day, June 1.

3 days ago

Florida man gives look inside Bin Laden mansion

Leland Kent says he loves exploring abandoned properties.

3 days ago

86-year-old Florida woman loses ear, receives stitches and undergoes leg surgery after being mauled by 2 dogs

An 86-year-old woman is recovering in the hospital after being viciously attacked Friday by two dogs in her Hawthorne neighborhood.

3 days ago

Juveniles set off fireworks during movie at Florida theater

Three juveniles at a St. Augustine movie theater are accused of igniting fireworks Saturday, causing the theater to be evacuated, the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office said in a Facebook post.

3 days ago

WATCH LIVE at 8:30 a.m.: DeSantis speaks at Memorial Day event

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will speak at a Memorial Day event.

Beach officials warn of dangerous rip currents on Memorial Day

Be careful at the beach!

Florida 2-year-old boy shot, killed, police say

A 2-year-old Florida boy was shot and killed on Sunday evening, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.

Memorial Day travel predictions tested at Orlando Int’l Airport

Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer, and airport leaders are predicting more than 1 million people will travel through Orlando International Airport over the seven-day holiday travel period, with daily increases higher than last year.

2024 GOP primary takes shape as DeSantis officially joins race

Dr. Jim Clark joins Justin Warmoth on ‘The Weekly.’

1 seriously injured in Brevard County crash

One person was seriously injured in a Brevard County crash on Saturday evening, according to the Florida highway Patrol.

2 killed, 1 critically injured in crash that shuts down US-1 in Brevard County

The drivers of two vehicles were killed after a crash in Brevard County on Saturday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Vehicle erupts in flames at Seminole County gas station

A sedan went up in flames at a gas station near Altamonte Springs on Saturday, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

UCF parts ways with baseball coach Greg Lovelady

After seven seasons, Greg Lovelady’s time as baseball coach has come to an end, according to the University of Central Florida.

Florida tax holidays include savings on storm supplies, concerts, diapers and more

A $1.3 billion dollar package of tax breaks is signed into law, saving Floridians money of storm prep supplies, summer activities, diapers and more.

Police: New Smyrna Beach closed to driving amid high tides

New Smyrna Beach will remain closed to driving Saturday due to extremely high tides, according to police.

Minor flooding occurring along St. Johns River in Volusia, Lake counties

A flood warning is in effect for Volusia and Lake counties for the St. Johns River near Astor.

Coastal storm to bring dangerous beach conditions to Florida

A broad area of low pressure has developed off of the southeast coast of the U.S.

Year-round pilot program being considered for Florida schools

Florida Sen. Linda Stewart is eager to help roll out a year-round school pilot program. The Florida Department of Education will accept five applications from schools statewide.

Here are the figures from the latest Orange County crime survey

During the meeting, Orlando police said that the survey — with 2,508 respondents between April and May 12 — shows that residents feel less safe in recent years.

Florida State Guard to expand under new law DeSantis signed

The Florida State Guard may more than triple in size after Gov. DeSantis signed a new bill into law Friday.

Mother of man who killed Gabby Petito said in letter she would help son 'dispose of a body'

An undated letter from the mother of the man who killed Gabby Petito to her son will be allowed as possible evidence in a lawsuit Petito’s parents have filed against the parents of her killer.

Cocoa Beach could relocate ‘dangerous’ Kelly Slater statue to future city hall

It's become a landmark in downtown Cocoa Beach, but now there's a discussion about relocating the Kelly Slater statue.

Unearthing the past: Florida scientists find fossils of ancient elephants, sabretooth cats, rhinos

Fossil hunters in Florida are unearthing incredible finds, including prehistoric creatures such as rhinos, sabretooth cats and ancient relatives of elephants.

News 6 meteorologists to host 2023 hurricane special. Here’s how to watch

Our News 6 weather team is hosting News 6's annual hurricane special.

Latest GOP 2024 hopeful DeSantis 'blazing a trail' on book bans in Republican-controlled states

As he vies for the Republican presidential nomination, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is touting a series of measures he has pushed that have led to an upswing in banned or restricted books — not just in Florida schools but in an increasing number of other conservative states.

Millions of Floridians expected to travel for Memorial Day weekend

If you plan on taking a vacation this Memorial Day weekend, it’s going to be busy.

Disney opposes DeSantis request to disqualify judge in free speech lawsuit

Disney is opposing a request by Gov. Ron DeSantis to disqualify a judge overseeing the company’s First Amendment lawsuit.

Florida police fatally shoot woman who ‘ambushed and opened fire’ on them in park

Authorities say police in a Florida park fatally shot an armed woman who “ambushed” them as they were searching for a drug investigation suspect.

Meet Florida first lady Casey DeSantis. Former TV reporter, now presidential candidate’s wife

Experts say Casey DeSantis has used what she honed in Jacksonville to help propel her husband to the heights of American politics – all the way to a presidential run.

Florida Gov. DeSantis signs bill shifting enforcement of Volusia beaches

On Thursday, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a Florida bill into law that will expand the scope of the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.

DeSantis to speak at Orlando convention on education

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will be speaking at an education-related convention in Orlando on Friday following the announcement of his presidential run.

Summer celebrations coming to Florida’s Busch Gardens, SeaWorld theme parks

Summer events are coming to Busch Gardens and SeaWorld parks in Florida this year, according to the park officials.

What to know about Kelly Meggs, Florida Oath Keeper going to prison for Jan. 6 attack

A federal judge on Thursday sentenced a Dunnellon man to 12 years in prison for seditious conspiracy in connection with the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol.

New pilot food program helps Central Florida patients with chronic kidney disease

Broccoli cauliflower and curry lentil soup were just some of the foods that were packaged on Thursday at the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida.

Busch Gardens to offer guests free beer at Florida theme park

Busch Gardens announced on Thursday that it will be thanking its guests with free and discounted beer at its Tampa and Virginia parks over the summer.

Volusia schools looks to hire 700 instructors, support roles ahead of next year

It's the last week of school for many Central Florida students, but it's also the time in which school districts start ramping up efforts to fill vacancies before the next school year.

Here’s how Florida linemen work to restore power lost during a hurricane

During hurricanes, and even thunderstorms, it’s common for homes and businesses to lose power.

Here’s what Gov. DeSantis has already promised to do if elected president

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday finally announced his candidacy for the 2024 presidential race. Then came the interviews.

DeSantis pushes past embarrassing campaign start, outlines travel schedule for early state visits

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is working to push past an embarrassing beginning to his presidential campaign.

Viral weather videos: News 6 meteorologist explains how they happen

News 6 chief meteorologist Tom Sorrells explains the science behind waterspouts, mammatus clouds and floating fire ant islands.

Detroit-style pizza spot SoDough Square set to open 2nd location in Winter Park

SoDough Square, the pizza shop started by the owner of Tin & Tacos, is getting ready to open its second location over the summer.

Get hurricane season ready: Here’s what is tax free during Florida’s Disaster Preparedness holidays

Floridians have two opportunities to buy tax-free hurricane supplies this year.

Your Florida Daily: DeSantis running for president, Florida’s annual python challenge

Gov. Ron DeSantis has formally entered the race for the White House.

Hurricane center watching potential system off Florida coast

Hurricane season doesn't officially start until June 1, but the National Hurricane Season is tracking a potential system.

Statewide alert issued for missing Florida boy

A statewide missing child alert has been issued for a 6-week-old boy in Jacksonville.

Pending abortion restrictions strain providers in US Southeast

A wave of newly approved abortion restrictions in the Southeastern United States has sent providers scrambling to reconfigure their services for a region with already severely limited access.

Friends to foes: How Trump and DeSantis' relationship has deteriorated over the years

Before Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis were leading rivals for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, they were allies.

Florida man accused of bringing AK-47 to Virginia preschool

A Florida man was arrested after police said he was trespassing at a preschool in Virginia on Tuesday, according to the Fairfax County Police Department.

New Florida law allows governor to run for president without giving up seat

A Florida bill signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday would provide sweeping elections-rules changes — including allowing DeSantis to run for president without resigning from his position.

Florida education rule on book objections list approved

The state Board of Education on Wednesday approved a new rule that will lead to Florida officials publishing an annual list of library books and instructional materials that have drawn public objections.

DeSantis Versus Disney: Why Florida is in a feud with one of its biggest employers

As DeSantis prepares to run for president, Disney is likely to follow him in the campaign too, and the feud may influence how people see him.

How to report, check outages during Florida storms

Here are the numbers to dial and sites to click in the event of a power outage.

Your Florida Daily: Ron DeSantis running for president, FAA investigating plane’s emergency landing

A major announcement from Gov. Ron DeSantis today.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis files declaration of candidacy for president

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis officially filed a declaration of candidacy for president.

‘Dozens of firearms’ stolen from Orange County storage facility, over $12K in rewards offered

Weeks after the reported theft of “dozens of firearms” from a storage facility in Orange County, the sheriff’s office is just one of several law enforcement agencies broadcasting rewards for information leading to the arrests of those responsible.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis expected to run for president. What you need to know

Ron DeSantis may have started out in 2019 as a more libertarian governor, but he soon began cultivating a populist conservative image.

5 of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ most impactful Florida laws

Now in his fifth year as Florida governor, Ron DeSantis will have signed close to 1,000 bills by the time he is done with the 2023 legislative session’s measures.

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