6 passengers flee Florida Turnpike traffic stop near Ocoee, troopers say
Read full article: 6 passengers flee Florida Turnpike traffic stop near Ocoee, troopers sayA traffic stop along the Florida Turnpike on Tuesday morning ended with six passengers fleeing on foot, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Missing child found running naked along I-4 on-ramp in Altamonte Springs
Read full article: Missing child found running naked along I-4 on-ramp in Altamonte SpringsAn Orlando man was arrested last week after a young child was found running naked toward Interstate 4, according to the Altamonte Springs Police Department.
Public meetings set for Old Lake Wilson Road expansion project in Osceola County
Read full article: Public meetings set for Old Lake Wilson Road expansion project in Osceola CountyOsceola County is looking for public input on its plans to widen Old Lake Wilson Road, a busy two-lane street that drivers say often has bumper-to-bumper traffic.
1 killed, 2 seriously injured in 4-vehicle crash on I-95 in Volusia County
Read full article: 1 killed, 2 seriously injured in 4-vehicle crash on I-95 in Volusia CountyOne person was killed and two others were seriously injured in a four-vehicle crash in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Florida trooper injured in crash with stolen vehicle on I-4; 2 arrested
Read full article: Florida trooper injured in crash with stolen vehicle on I-4; 2 arrestedA Florida Highway Patrol trooper was injured in a crash on Interstate 4 with a stolen vehicle reported out of Polk County, according to officials.
TRAFFIC ALERT: I-4 traffic shut down in Orange County after crash leaves 5 hospitalized
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: I-4 traffic shut down in Orange County after crash leaves 5 hospitalizedA section of Interstate 4 was shut down on Monday afternoon after a box truck rolled over on the highway, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Trooper Steve On Patrol checks out construction project near Florida Turnpike, Kirkman Road
Read full article: Trooper Steve On Patrol checks out construction project near Florida Turnpike, Kirkman RoadOne of the heaviest projects is centered in the stretch near the Turnpike and Kirkman Road, an area that’s been under significant work for quite some time.
This is the best-ranked stretch of highway in Central Florida, report says
Read full article: This is the best-ranked stretch of highway in Central Florida, report saysIt's no surprise that drivers can get frustrated with heavy traffic jams on the highway. But it turns out that some stretches may not be that bad.
Merging 101: How to properly navigate entering highways
Read full article: Merging 101: How to properly navigate entering highwaysI’ve seen it all, from drivers trying to hop onto I-4 at 35 mph to folks stopping at the end of the ramp like it’s a red light. Spoiler alert: that’s not how merging works.
Orlando woman, 20, struck, killed on I-4 after getting out of her car following crash
Read full article: Orlando woman, 20, struck, killed on I-4 after getting out of her car following crashAn Orlando woman who got out of her car after a crash on Interstate 4 was struck and killed by another vehicle, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
‘I thought you were racing me:’ Dash camera video shows driver pulled over for going 120mph
Read full article: ‘I thought you were racing me:’ Dash camera video shows driver pulled over for going 120mphDash camera video obtained by News 6 from the Florida Highway Patrol shows the moment a driver tells the trooper who pulled him over, “I thought you were racing me.”
Just how many so-called ‘super speeders’ have been arrested since Florida’s new law took effect?
Read full article: Just how many so-called ‘super speeders’ have been arrested since Florida’s new law took effect?News 6 has been following cases in Seminole County when troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol have stopped drivers for going 50 mph or more over the speed limit, or over 100 mph.
Trooper Steve on Patrol checks out new I-4 ramp at Daryl Carter Parkway
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol checks out new I-4 ramp at Daryl Carter ParkwayWhile the ramp is officially open for business, there’s a good chance many drivers don’t fully understand what it’s meant to do or how much of a difference it could make for local traffic patterns and congestion relief.
Longwood super speeder arrested, thinks he was being raced by trooper, FHP says
Read full article: Longwood super speeder arrested, thinks he was being raced by trooper, FHP saysA 25-year-old Longwood man had an unusual reaction after being stopped by a trooper on I-4 for allegedly driving 120 mph, according to an arrest report.
‘Room to roam:’ It’s no surprise that a panicked bear ended up on I-4 in Orlando, conservationist says
Read full article: ‘Room to roam:’ It’s no surprise that a panicked bear ended up on I-4 in Orlando, conservationist saysAs state wildlife officers continue their search for a black bear that found itself on I-4 in the Orlando area, conservationists say it's no surprise that more bears and humans are interacting across Florida.
Navigating Central Florida’s newest ramps: The Wekiva Parkway extension
Read full article: Navigating Central Florida’s newest ramps: The Wekiva Parkway extensionOver the past year, I’ve been following the progress on the massive updates at I-4, SR-417 and the new Wekiva Parkway extension. Now, with much of the work finally complete, it’s time for us to take a closer look.
Longtime Orlando city commissioner retiring, says district needs ‘somebody who’s younger’
Read full article: Longtime Orlando city commissioner retiring, says district needs ‘somebody who’s younger’Robert Stuart, a long-time Orlando City Commissioner, is hanging up his hat after representing neighborhoods like Rosemont, College Park, and Baldwin Park for the past two decades.
WATCH LIVE: Trooper Steve on Patrol checks out construction near I-4, SR-528
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Trooper Steve on Patrol checks out construction near I-4, SR-528After driving through a completed construction zone yesterday in the Altamonte Springs area in front of the mall, we’re gonna go drive a very active construction area today.
Traffic in Central Florida costs drivers time and money. Here’s the worst stretch: report
Read full article: Traffic in Central Florida costs drivers time and money. Here’s the worst stretch: reportAs the saying goes, time is money; the report estimates the congestion cost at $483 per driver annually.
Here’s what you should know about Sanford’s first-ever upcoming Costco
Read full article: Here’s what you should know about Sanford’s first-ever upcoming CostcoAfter a new Costco location was announced for Sanford, even more plans for the future site have been revealed, according to county records obtained by News 6.
‘I’m blessed, I was protected:’ Florida biker recounts wild crash with alligator on I-4
Read full article: ‘I’m blessed, I was protected:’ Florida biker recounts wild crash with alligator on I-4A motorcycle crash with an alligator sounds like something out of a movie, but it really happened in Central Florida.
Strong storms in Central Florida ahead of ‘cool front.’ Here’s the timing
Read full article: Strong storms in Central Florida ahead of ‘cool front.’ Here’s the timingChanges to our typical summertime pattern are coming to Central Florida for a few days all thanks to the arrival of a late-season "cool front" by the weekend.
‘The Canopy,’ a public space UNDER I-4 in downtown Orlando, advances. Here’s the latest
Read full article: ‘The Canopy,’ a public space UNDER I-4 in downtown Orlando, advances. Here’s the latestThe city of Orlando moves forward with a $25-30 million project to improve the space under Interstate 4 in downtown.
Epic Universe opening expected to bring heavy traffic near Kirkman Road, I-4
Read full article: Epic Universe opening expected to bring heavy traffic near Kirkman Road, I-4Traffic near Kirkman Road and Interstate 4 is expected to worsen as Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe theme park officially opens its doors to the public on Thursday.
I-4 construction continues near theme parks, promising efficiency but causing delays for drivers
Read full article: I-4 construction continues near theme parks, promising efficiency but causing delays for driversI-4 Beyond the Ultimate aims to enhance the gateway to some of Central Florida’s biggest attractions, making it larger and more efficient.
‘Never forgave them:’ Was Sanford’s infamous I-4 Dead Zone an act of revenge?
Read full article: ‘Never forgave them:’ Was Sanford’s infamous I-4 Dead Zone an act of revenge?Some residents in Central Florida may have heard about a supposedly cursed stretch of Interstate 4 known as the “Dead Zone.” But it turns out that it may have been entirely made up.
Is ChampionsGate finally getting some relief on I-4?
Read full article: Is ChampionsGate finally getting some relief on I-4?Recently, construction crews wrapped up work adding extra lanes in both directions. And while that sounds like music to the ears of daily commuters, the big question is, has it actually made a difference?
Central Florida Weekend Weather: Showers, Storms, and Sunshine Ahead
Read full article: Central Florida Weekend Weather: Showers, Storms, and Sunshine AheadCentral Florida’s weekend will bring a mix of coastal showers, seabreeze storms, and sunshine, with temperatures rising into the upper 80s and lower 90s
Woman killed, man hurt when motorcycles collide into I-4 wall near Maitland, throwing them off overpass
Read full article: Woman killed, man hurt when motorcycles collide into I-4 wall near Maitland, throwing them off overpassThe FHP investigates a fatal motorcycle crash after two bikers were thrown from an I-4 overpass in Orange County to the ground below.
Big improvements coming to I-4 bridge over St. Johns River
Read full article: Big improvements coming to I-4 bridge over St. Johns RiverOf all the roads in central Florida, I-4 is one of the busiest. And if you live in Seminole County, you've probably sat in traffic where it gets backed up over the St. Johns River Bridge.
Volusia crews battle 270-acre brush fire as county issues burn ban
Read full article: Volusia crews battle 270-acre brush fire as county issues burn banCrews are battling a 100-acre brush fire kicking up a lot of smoke near Deltona. The fire was reported Tuesday afternoon near the Deep Creek Preserve. That’s south of State Road 44 and east of I-4.
This is the best stretch of highway in Florida, study shows. Do you agree?
Read full article: This is the best stretch of highway in Florida, study shows. Do you agree?It's no surprise that drivers can get frustrated with heavy traffic jams on the highway. But it turns out that some stretches may not be that bad.
Police chase in Orange County ends with arrests, leads to hundreds of fraud charges
Read full article: Police chase in Orange County ends with arrests, leads to hundreds of fraud chargesA man and a woman are facing more than 1,500 charges between them following a police chase on I-4 that eventually resulted in the discovery of sensitive information police say was stolen by the suspects.
Florida troopers search for motorcyclist caught on video shooting car on I-4
Read full article: Florida troopers search for motorcyclist caught on video shooting car on I-4Florida Highway Patrol troopers are trying to identify a motorcyclist who allegedly pulled out a gun and fired several shots at a car on I-4 around 2:30 a.m. Sunday.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Pickup truck blocks traffic after erupting into flames along I-4
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Pickup truck blocks traffic after erupting into flames along I-4A car on Interstate 4 blocked traffic on Tuesday afternoon after it burst into flames, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Gulf of Endor? Florida legislator lampoons ‘Gulf of America’ bill with ‘Star Wars’ suggestions. See full list
Read full article: Gulf of Endor? Florida legislator lampoons ‘Gulf of America’ bill with ‘Star Wars’ suggestions. See full listState Rep. Anna Eskamani announces that she has filed an amendment to rename landmarks after places in "Star Wars."
Florida lawmakers push for left-lane camping ban yet again. But can it pass DeSantis?
Read full article: Florida lawmakers push for left-lane camping ban yet again. But can it pass DeSantis?Florida lawmakers are once again pushing to ban left-lane camping on the state’s highways, though they may face an obstacle on their crusade: Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Tornado leaves trail of destruction in Lake Mary, toppling trees and flipping trailers
Read full article: Tornado leaves trail of destruction in Lake Mary, toppling trees and flipping trailersSeveral businesses near Skyline Drive are now dealing with damage after a tornado touched down in Lake Mary on Monday.
Silver Alert issued after missing elderly Florida man’s car spotted along I-4
Read full article: Silver Alert issued after missing elderly Florida man’s car spotted along I-4A 79-year-old Melbourne man sparked a Silver Alert on Wednesday after his car was spotted along Interstate 4, according to the police department.
TIMING: Severe weather could bring strong storms, gusty winds to Central Florida this week. Here’s what to know
Read full article: TIMING: Severe weather could bring strong storms, gusty winds to Central Florida this week. Here’s what to knowWith the approach of our next potent storm system across the central and eastern U.S., the ingredients are there for a few of those same rather powerful thunderstorms to march their way into our area.
Comfortable weather in Central Florida before rain, storms return this week with next cold front. Here’s what to know
Read full article: Comfortable weather in Central Florida before rain, storms return this week with next cold front. Here’s what to knowAs we kick off the week, a high-pressure system is making its presence felt across the area keeping conditions dry and pleasant through the next few days.
Dynamic tolling in full swing on I-4 Express lanes, cap set at $3 per toll
Read full article: Dynamic tolling in full swing on I-4 Express lanes, cap set at $3 per tollThe changes mean that toll prices in the I-4 express lanes fluctuate based on traffic congestion. Three dollars is the maximum you could potentially pay per toll, at least right now. Drivers traveling through all the westbound tolls at the cap would pay $18, while those on the eastbound tolls would pay $21.
Driver grazed by bullet on I-4 in Polk County, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Driver grazed by bullet on I-4 in Polk County, sheriff’s office saysA person driving along Interstate 4 in Polk County was grazed by a bullet that was fired by someone in another vehicle, according to the sheriff’s office.
Would you pay more to avoid I-4 traffic jams? Here’s the timeline for ‘dynamic’ tolls
Read full article: Would you pay more to avoid I-4 traffic jams? Here’s the timeline for ‘dynamic’ tollsThe change could mean higher toll rates during busier times on the interstate when drivers typically see traffic delays.
Florida Gov. DeSantis’ latest budget could bring big changes to I-4, state roads
Read full article: Florida Gov. DeSantis’ latest budget could bring big changes to I-4, state roadsThis month, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced his latest budget recommendations, which could bring significant changes to some of the state’s biggest highways.