LAKE COUNTY

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in a Lake County crash that killed an East Ridge High School student in January, according to the sheriff’s office.

Despite no longer qualifying districtwide to receive funding for a free meals program, Lake County Schools announced it will continue the program into the 2022-23 school year, providing free breakfasts and lunches to Lake students.

VIDEO: Undercover operation leads to record-setting fentanyl bust in Lake County A record-setting drug bust has led to more than a dozen arrests in Lake County, and deputies say there could be more to come. (Angela Jacobs, WFTV.com/WFTV)LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — A record-setting drug bust has led to more than a dozen arrests in Lake County, and deputies say there could be more to come. The undercover operation led to the recovery of more than four pounds of fentanyl, 22 pounds of methamphetamine, and 13 firearms. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 10 Joint operation leads to largest fentanyl bust in Lake County history "Operation Sneak-A-Peak" was a joint investigation between undercover agents from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, surrounding local agencies, Homeland Security, the DEA, and the FBI. (Lake County Sheriff's Office)Investigators identified three men: 40-year-old Cliff Johnson, 37-year-old Andrew Woodruff, and 50-year-old Charles Carter as the ring leaders, pushing drugs from Leesburg to Mt.

Fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin, marijuana and more were seized in what detectives are calling the largest fentanyl bust in Lake County history.

The city of Tavares is getting a new police chief, officials said Thursday.

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — A Lake County woman was arrested Tuesday, accused of stealing nearly $15,000 worth of fireworks from her job. Volusia County deputies were called to the Four Seasons Fireworks store Monday to look into a theft report. The store owner interrupted them and the fireworks were ultimately returned to the store. That’s when deputies say the store owner chose to press charges against her. After interviewing Clark, deputies say she admitted to stealing and returning the fireworks, saying she planned to sell them second-hand to help pay off a large amount of debt.

The Republican primary to pick a nominee for the Illinois Supreme Court was still too close to call Wednesday between former Lake County Sheriff Mark Curran and Lake County Circuit Judge Daniel Shanes.

At least one person was transported to the hospital Wednesday afternoon following a crash on U.S. Highway 441 in Leesburg, causing delays in the area, fire officials said in a Facebook post.

Four Republicans and three Democrats are vying for a seat on the Illinois Supreme Court in a newly redrawn district.

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — The Florida Highway Patrol is asking for help finding the driver who struck a man on a bike in Clermont Friday morning and left him on the road to die. Troopers responded to U.S. Highway 27 just north of U.S. Highway 192 just before 5 a.m. for reports of a crash involving a bicyclist. Troopers say the bicyclist was thrown from the bike and the vehicle that hit him fled the scene. READ: Florida police to start ticketing drivers for loud music on July 1Troopers say tire markings on the road lead them to believe the vehicle that first hit the bicyclist was possibly a semi-truck. FHP investigators are asking anyone with information on the crash to call them at (407) 737-2213 or CRIMELINE at (800) 423-8477.

Video: Florida will not charge corrections officer who beat woman at Lowell Correctional Institute Criminal charges will not be filed against the officer who beat a woman at Lowell Correctional Institute in Lake County. (WFTV)LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — Criminal charges will not be filed against the officer who beat a woman at Lowell Correctional Institute in Lake County. WATCH: Woman beaten so badly in prison that she’s now quadriplegic, but why hasn’t anyone been charged? Lowell Correctional Institution is the largest prison for women in the country. WATCH: Lowell correctional officer accused of trying to poison inmate with bleach, affidavit saysClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your Smart TV.

A 35-year-old Lakeland man riding a bicycle was killed early Friday morning after being struck by a vehicle on U.S. Highway 27, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Rep. Anthony Sabatini, a Republican who represents Lake County’s District 32 in the Florida House of Representatives, is calling for a special legislative session after the landmark Roe v. Wade abortion case was overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court Friday.

A fatal crash closes US-27 in Clermont.

It is H-O-T!

As Clermont and south Lake County continue to see growth in the area, a local hospital system is growing alongside it by building a new patient tower.

A 57-year-old man was arrested Wednesday afternoon after fatally shooting another man who came up to his car on a Leesburg road, police said.

Gunman arrested at Marion County bar after deadly shooting in Leesburg, deputies sayLEESBURG, Fla. — Lake County deputies arrested a gunman after he killed a man Wednesday afternoon. Photos: Gunman arrested at Marion County bar after deadly shooting in Leesburg, deputies sayExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 11 Gunman arrested at Marion County bar after deadly shooting in Leesburg, deputies sayDeputies said the victim was driving with another person on Whitney Road when he recognized Carlton driving, and they both stopped. WATCH: Man befriended victim, shared soda and cigarettes, before deadly shooting outside IHOP, deputies sayAfter a short conversation, Carlton shot the victim in the head and fled the scene, deputies said. WATCH: Man slashed wife’s throat, played her favorite music as she died, Altamonte Springs police sayDeputies said Carlton was later tracked to a bar in Marion County, where he was arrested without incident. Carlton was booked into the Marion County Jail on a murder charge.

An Orlando man turned himself in to the Lake County Jail on Tuesday after being suspected in stealing 393 gallons of gas, according to an arrest affidavit.

The 911 call made by a Leesburg man who shot one of two burglars who broke into his home was released Wednesday.

After reviewing a motion from Lake County prosecutors, Judge Theodore Potkonjak said Jason E. Karels must remain in custody without the possibility of bail as he awaits trial.

Abbott Laboratories plans to open a new office in the Willis Tower. The leased space will accommodate as many as 450 workers.

, Fla. — Are you looking for a new career? Nearly 100 employers will be hiring at the Central Florida Job Fair next month. The job fair will take place on July 6 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Central Florida Fairground’s Expo Hall. READ: Looking for a new job? More than 300 positions available at Lake County job fairSome of the employers attending the event include YMCA of Central Florida, Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office and more.

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — Are you looking for a job? CareerSource Central Florida is hosting a job fair in Lake County this week. READ: Recall alert: 1.4M breaker boxes recalled due to overheating, fire hazardThere are more than 300 job openings available. You could get an interview with AdventHealth, Lake County Transit, Lake Correctional Institution, Electrical Services, Merry Maids, Wawa and more. READ: Video shows ‘fever’ of stingrays swimming past a Florida resortIf you are interested in attending the job fair, you can click here to register.

A 64-year-old DeLand man riding a motorcycle in Umatilla was killed in a single-vehicle crash Saturday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A recent land sale is showing signs of movement for a long-awaited development in Mount Dora and Lake County.

Thom Battisto started his nonprofit Read to Sydney to help students read more confidently by providing them with a therapy dog.

Jason E. Karels, 35, of the 200 block of East Camden Lane, is charged in the drownings of his children, Bryant, 5, Cassidy, 3, and Gideon, 2.

Police said they are looking for a man diagnosed with Schizophrenia who was deemed endangered and unable to take care of himself.

The Difference Between Alligators and Crocodiles The Difference Between Alligators and CrocodilesLAKE COUNTY, Mich. — An alligator named Karen was a passenger in a car chase over the weekend in Michigan but officials said she is not facing any charges. >> Read more trending newsLake County Sheriff’s Office said that at around 11 p.m. on Saturday, a patrol sergeant saw a vehicle speeding. The patrol sergeant tried to conduct a traffic stop but the car fled the area, leading deputies and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources law enforcement on a short pursuit. CBS News said Karen attempted to flee the scene when Applebaum was taken into custody but she was unsuccessful. “The passenger, ‘Karen’ the Alligator, attempted to flee the scene but was taken into custody after a short scuffle.

58-year-old Kimberly Elbers claimed her $1 million prize at Florida Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. READ: State attorney’s office seeks funding to offer daycare services to employeesThe Leesburg woman got her $50 “500X The Cash” winning ticket from the Publix on North 14th Street. The game features the largest top prize ever offered on a scratch-off game in Florida. She won $1 million bucks playing the 500X THE CASH Scratch-Off game! 🕶 https://t.co/AWKP7Ebnmr pic.twitter.com/hPVMkl8CoE — Florida Lottery (@floridalottery) June 13, 2022Elbers chose to receive her winnings in a single, lump-sum payment of $820,000.

A woman from Lake County claimed a $1 million prize from a scratch-off ticket at the Florida Lottery headquarters on Monday.

One of six men charged with raping a 14-year-old in Lake County in 2018 was found guilty by a jury on Thursday.

Video: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month: Local restaurant spreads heritage though food (Christian Bruey, WFTV.com)ORLANDO, Fla. — Editor’s note: This story is available as a result of a content partnership between WFTV and the Orlando Business Journal. New Lake County restaurant and food truck activity has slowed a bit in 2022, when compared to the same period last year. That’s down 25% when compared to 35 for the same time frame in 2021. Read: Starbucks considering closing its bathrooms again to the publicNew Lake County food licenses approved for the state DBPR’s fiscal year, which runs from July through June, show 67 new restaurants in Lake County, a 25% drop from 85 for the same time last year. Click here to read the full story on the Orlando Business Journal’s website.

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — Four people died in a crash involving an SUV early Wednesday near Clermont, troopers said. Troopers said the driver of a Dodge Durango was heading south on County Road 561 when he ran off the road and hit a large tree. READ: Harrison Wagner, son of ‘General Hospital’ stars Jack, Kristina Wagner, dead at 27The crash happened south of Florida Boys Ranch Road shortly after midnight. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 8 Fatal Crash Lake County CR 561As of 10 a.m. Wednesday, FHP was still reporting roadblock along County Road 561 from Nellie Road to Florida Boys Ranch Road. READ: Six members of Haiti’s delegation to Special Olympics USA Games reported missing#BREAKING: 4 people dead, including a 5yo in a crash in Lake County.

Four people in an SUV — a 5-year-old girl among them — were killed in a single-vehicle crash that shut down a Lake County roadway for hours, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A man was killed in a crash when his vehicle rolled over several times, according to the Leesburg Police Department.

A man was arrested in Clermont after police said he exposed himself to at least two 13-year-olds, then jumped in a lake and hid under a boat dock to try to evade arrest.

Video: Lake County therapy dogs headed to Uvalde to help community recover from school shooting Central Florida is helping the Uvalde community heal from last week’s deadly mass shooting. (WFTV)LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — Central Florida is helping the Uvalde community heal from last week’s deadly mass shooting. “All we’re looking to do is help people work through this process,” said Robert Bedgood with the Lake County Sheriff’s Office. “It’s absolutely horrific what occurred.”Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 7 Lake County therapy dogs headed to Uvalde to help community recover from school shootingThe dogs are going to help with canine therapy for people in the community as well as first responders. READ: Uvalde shooting highlights role of doors in security plansThe team is headed there this weekend and plan to stay until next Friday.

The Mount Dora Police Department on Saturday said it was investigating reports of people being shot at in downtown Mount Dora that day and the previous night by men in moving cars with airsoft guns.

Video: Lake County plants ‘Liberty Tree’ to honor national freedom The tree will serve as a symbol of liberty, community and remembrance. (WFTV)LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — The Lake County board of commissioners held a special ceremony Thursday to honor our nation’s freedom. WATCH: Now is the time to prepare: Florida’s Hurricane Tax holiday continues this weekA “Liberty Tree” was planted outside a tax collector’s office in Clermont. Photos: Lake County plants ‘Liberty Tree’ to honor national freedomExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 8 Lake County plants ‘Liberty Tree’ to honor national freedomIt’s a tradition county commissioners said will continue each year. WATCH: Record gas prices: Here’s how much they jumped overnight in FloridaIn 2021, CherryLake, inc. also donated a Liberty Tree that was planted outside the Lake County administration building in Tavares.

Graduating from high school is a huge accomplishment on its own. For Kayla Johnson, this moment meant more than receiving her diploma.

Newly-released body camera video from police in Groveland shows the moments right after a deadly shooting outside a daycare.

Gov. DeSantis crowed about the $109.9 billion Florida budget he signed in The Villages Thursday — and also the $3.1 billion he axed from that budget.

The Clermont Caribbean Jerk Festival is bringing 10 hours worth of fun, food and music this weekend.

While many people said their own grill, a few places got repeat votes to top this list.

After little more than a year in his current position, Mount Dora's police chief is resigning.

Clermont Police have issued a Sliver Alert for missing man, Forrest Waldy

A man was arrested after running from a head-on crash that killed a 75-year-old woman in Tavares, according to the police department.

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — An 82-year-old woman died in a crash in Lake County. The Tavares Police Department said the crash happened on Tuesday at 10:20 a.m. at the intersection of David Walker Drive and Dora Avenue. A Lake County Sheriff’s Office deputy found the woman trapped in her car. Another car, which had the right of way, was traveling on Dora Avenue when it collided with the woman’s passenger door. READ: Police: 10-year-old child shot and killed woman during altercation between 2 adultsAnother car was impacted in the crash, police said.

Participating club members unanimously agreed through electronic communications Friday to postpone the raffle indefinitely because it became a distraction to what they say is a much larger and necessary discussion which needs to take place about violence locally and across the country.

VIDEO: Troopers investigate deadly Lake County crash after pickup truck travels into the wrong lane VIDEO: Troopers investigate deadly Lake County crash after pickup truck travels into the wrong lane (WFTV)EUSTIS, Fla. — An investigation is underway in Eustis following a fatal crash on State Road 44, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. According to troopers, a 2003 Ford Ranger was driving west on S.R. 44, and for an unknown reason, the driver veered off the road, overcorrected and traveled into the eastbound lanes. The front of the Ranger crashed into the side of a 2021 Ford Ranger that was hauling a trailer, causing the truck and trailer to overturn. Read: Hurricane names: Here’s why Agatha will become Alex if the storm redevelopsThe truck and trailer came to a rest on their roofs.

The crash happened around 8:30 a.m. on State Road 44 near Bottany Woods Drive.

Police are investigating two cases of retail theft and fraud after three women were caught on surveillance video stealing wallets from multiple stores.

A man is locked up in Lake County after he crashed his vehicle multiple times and bit an officer, according to Groveland police.

One high school graduate is making history before heading to college in the fall by being the first ever recipient honoring a member of a historic civil rights case.

Three businesses in Lake County are being forced to shut their doors because of nationwide problems — workforce shortages and inflation.

Barb Bergin, executive director of Central Florida’s Crimeline, said a new reporting tool entirely for students is getting results together more than ever, especially for children in mental health crisis.

In light of the tragic Texas elementary school shooting, News 6 asked Central Florida officials about the safety measures in effect to keep students, teachers and staff safe.

Central Florida schools are reinforcing security measures in reaction to the deadly shooting of 19 children and two adults at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas.

Leesburg High School seniors got a second chance to walk across the stage for graduation after their first procession left them "dripping."

A middle school student was arrested after bringing a loaded gun to campus on Friday, according to Lake County Schools.

The 911 call obtained by News 6 reveals the man’s father dialed Lake County for help.

The latest initiative to promote Mental Health Awareness Month has brought several alarming statistics to light, including the record number of drug overdose deaths in 2021.

Two Leesburg homeowners are cleaning up after storms hit Central Florida Saturday night, causing a tree to split in two and crash into a house.

A 36-year-old Paisley man was killed in a crash with a tree early Sunday morning on State Road 19 north of Pittman, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

VIDEO: Lake County road renamed after longtime city councilman who passed away VIDEO: Lake County road renamed after longtime city councilman who passed away (WFTV)LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — Lake County is remembering Clermont City Councilman Ray Goodgame, by naming a road after him. On Monday, the Lake County Board of County Commissioners unveiled a street sign for Ray Goodgame Parkway in Clermont. “I am honored to celebrate my friend, Ray Goodgame, who was a champion for South Lake County and the City of Clermont during his 15-year tenure as Council Member,” said Chairman Sean Parks. “I hope that Ray Goodgame Parkway will remind all Lake County residents and visitors of his dedicated service to our community.”Photos: Lake County road renamed after longtime city councilman who passed awayExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 8 Lake County Ray Goodgame ParkwayRay Goodgame Parkway is the new name of Hartle Road in Clermont. Read: Calling all sculptors: Orange County taking submissions for annual ‘Sculpture on the Lawn” exhibit“Ray was a great supporter of the City of Clermont,” Clermont City Manager Darren Gray said.

Leesburg High School’s Class of 2022 graduated — but instead of sunshine and smiles, evening storms decided to rain on their parade.

National Weather Service Melbourne announced a Flood Advisory that is set to last until 10:45 p.m. Friday.

Kids Bowl Free is back this summer.

We know the weather will be hot, and there’s plenty of splash pads around Central Florida where you can cool off.

Mascotte city leaders to discuss Langley Estates development project (WFTV)MASCOTTE, Fla. — Mascotte city leaders are set to decide on the future of a major development project that could change the face of the quiet Lake County city. Read: Small Lake County city looking to host population boom with housing and commercial developmentCity leaders say the new development could more than double the city’s population of nearly 6,800 people. Since it was announced, residents have voiced concerns on whether Mascotte could handle the population growth and if it will cost the city its rural charm. Read: Saharan dust coming to Central Florida: What to expectThe city says the earliest the project could be approved is June 17. VIDEO: Small Lake County city looking to host population boom with housing and commercial development A small city in Lake County may be on track to host a population boom.

Donald Stallworth III, 23, died from blunt force injuries associated with the crash, the coroner’s office said Tuesday.

GROVELAND, Fla. — Groveland police said they are working an active shooting investigation Thursday night outside a Lake County day care. It happened in the parking lot of We Are the Future Academy in the 200 block of Groveland Farms Road. Woman, man die after shooting in Titusville neighborhoodInvestigators said it is believed to be an isolated incident. All parties have been identified, and there is no immediate threat to the community, police said. READ: Only 25% of homicides in Orlando this year have been solved.

Police said Allee’s 2017 Jeep Wrangler stuck one of the impact attenuators at a high rate of speed, narrowly missing one of the police cars.

LEESBURG, Fla. — The school board in Lake County will decide the fate of the band director at Leesburg High School. Gabriel Fielder put in his resignation after a former student accused him of leading a “cult-like” group. The school board will decide whether to accept the request. It comes after a report made to Leesburg police by a former student claimed Fielder was a member of a secret society at the high school called the Elder Council. LeesburgREAD: Leesburg band director, counselor accused of operating ‘cult-like’ secret society within schoolState records show Fielder and a guidance counselor named Leonardo Finelli started a nonprofit in 2019.

VIDEO: Controversial Lake County gun range allowed to use flamethrowers, denied longer hours Operators of a gun range in Lake County that has been the source of controversy for years received permission Tuesday to use flamethrowers on the property. (Jeff Deal, WFTV.com/WFTV)LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — Operators of a gun range in Lake County that has been the source of controversy for years received permission Tuesday to use flamethrowers on the property. Ares operators went back to the Lake County Board of Commissioners Tuesday seeking permission to operate more days, for longer hours, and to use flamethrowers. READ: Orange County massage therapist arrested for sexual battery after patient records sessionNeighbors who fought against the range in 2019 were not happy with the request. It’s horrible.”After hours of public comment and testimony, Lake County Commissioners denied most of Ares’ requested changes, and only approved the use of flamethrowers.

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — Lake County is offering up to $5,000 in mortgage assistance to homeowners who are past-due on their payments due to the pandemic. The money will be made available through the Lake County Coronavirus (CV-1) Mortgage Assistance Program. Applications are available by visiting clicking here or by contacting the Office of Housing and Community Services at 352-742-6540. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live. ©2022 Cox Media Group

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — If you live in Lake County and held on to your library books a little too long, we’ve got news for you: The library system will forgive library card fines in exchange for food donations. During the month of May, library fines and overdue materials will be forgiven in exchange for donations of dry or canned food items, hygiene and baby products, and packaged pet food, the library said. You can drop off a donation at each of the 16 Lake County libraries during regular hours. Each unopened, unexpired item will equate to $1 forgiven for overdue library fines. Each item that you donate will be used anonymously to forgive another patron’s fines.

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — Officials are investigating a deputy involved shooting that happened Monday afternoon in Leesburg. Lake County Sheriff’s Office deputies spotted a vehicle after a stolen credit card was used at the Leesburg Walmart and attempted a traffic stop when the vehicle fled, according to a news release. At some point during the pursuit, the deputy got out of his car and reportedly fired shots at the suspect vehicle as it drove toward him, the news release states. Two of the suspects were transported to the hospital with injuries that appear to be non-life-threatening. READ: Tyre Sampson wrongful death suit filed, claims Icon Park should have known ride was unsafePer standard procedure, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement will investigate the shooting.

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — A deadly crash involving a car and a school bus is under investigation in Lake County. Troopers said the crash happened around 6:40 a.m. Wednesday at U.S. 27 and Great Egret Drive. The driver of the car died at the scene. READ: Here’s what dissolving Disney’s Reedy Creek could mean for taxpayersTroopers said there were 17 students on the bus. READ: Seminole County bride, caterer charged after drugs found in wedding food, making guests sickCheck back and watch Eyewitness News for updates.

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — A man who was reported missing after he was separated from his group when their canoe flipped, was found alive on Tuesday afternoon, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office said. Deputies and officers with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission found Davidson Anjab, 39, while searching the Alexander Springs area of Altoona. READ: Deputies search for men seen on video carrying body out of Florida AirbnbAnjab was with two other people when their canoe overturned on Sunday. Two of the men were able to get back into the canoe but Anjab wasn’t able to. Deputies said Anjab was found about one-tenth of a mile into the woods from the shoreline where he was last seen.

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — With graduation just over a month away, Lake County Schools is hosting job fairs this week to help seniors find careers after they graduate. Lake County Schools’ College and Career Readiness Department is partnering with the community to address the immediate labor shortage and to provide career opportunities to Lake County Schools seniors seeking employment. Interviews will be conducted “speed dating” style in 10-minute intervals. The job fairs will each be geared toward different industries, which each fair held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Agriculture Extension Office at 1951 Woodlea Road, Tavares 32778. ©2022 Cox Media Group

FHP: Grandmother dropping off family on Easter hit, kills 7-year-old granddaughter in drivewayLAKE COUNTY, Fla. — The Florida Highway Patrol in Lake County is investigating the tragic death of a child on Easter. READ: UPDATE: 2 children killed, baby seriously hurt during fiery crash in Lake County, troopers sayTroopers said a 7-year-old Groveland girl was hit by a van leaving a home around 4:30 p.m. Sunday near County Road 48 and County Road 33. According to a report, a 70-year-old Groveland woman driving a van had stopped at a home to drop off family members. Troopers said after everyone exited the van, the driver drove forward and did not notice the girl in front of the van. READ: Medical mystery: Kids contracting hepatitis with no known cause, liver damage in US, EuropeTroopers said the crash remains under investigation.

The Florida Highway Patrol in Lake County is investigating the tragic death of a child on Easter.

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — Florida State troopers and Lake County deputies responded to a deadly crash Saturday afternoon. WATCH: 3 men caught on camera carrying homicide victim from house, deputies ask public for helpTroopers said a two-vehicle crash happened around 5:39 p.m. near State Road 46 and Wekiva River Road. Two people were killed in the crash and three people were taken to a hospital for treatment, troopers said. Troopers said one of the people hurt in the crash was flown to a hospital in a helicopter. READ: Pedestrian hit and killed on Florida Turnpike, troopers sayDeputies said the crash also sparked a fire.

Shirtless Florida man breaks into restaurant to steal cobbler, lava cake and ice cream, police sayLAKE COUNTY, Fla. — Police in Lake County said a shirtless Florida man broke into a closed restaurant and helped himself to some desserts. The business owner told police that Caster entered the restaurant through a back porch screen. Caster has a small dog and backpack with him and was caught on camera eating a cobbler dessert out of a pan, according to a report. Police said they searched Caster and found he had a stainless-steel pan with cobbler in it, a lava cake and a large tub of vanilla ice cream. The items stolen from the restaurant are worth nearly $200, according to a report.

In a Lake County courtroom, the widow of Charles “Joe” Gliniewicz tearfully accepted responsibility for her part in the financial mismanagement that compelled her husband to take his life.

Lake County shooting Lake County deputies said one person died in a shooting Tuesday afternoon. (WFTV.com News Staff)LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — Lake County deputies said one person died in a shooting Tuesday afternoon. Deputies said the shooting happened on Cagan Crossings Boulevard. Investigators said everyone involved in the shooting is accounted for. Photos: Deputies investigate deadly Lake County shootingExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 5 Lake County deadly shooting Lake County deputies said one person died in a shooting Tuesday afternoon.

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — A Eustis, Florida, woman is facing an aggravated child abuse charge after the 4-year-old left in her care told authorities how he sustained peculiar injuries that landed him in an emergency room in February. >> Read more trending newsAccording to WFTV, the boy was taken to the emergency room with grape-sized bruising around his eyes as well as bruising around his ears, shoulder and lower back. Chapman, who was caring for the boy at the time he was hurt, was arrested after the boy told medical personnel that “Miss Amber” placed him in the clothes dryer with towels and he spun around, WFTV reported. The boy told sheriff’s deputies several days after the emergency room visit that Chapman placed him in the dryer, closed the door and he “went round and round.” The child said Chapmen then opened the door, closed the door again and he “went round and round,” the TV station reported. Although a Child Protection Team was unable to determine if being placed in the dryer caused the boy’s injuries, the medical report indicated that the boy’s account is consistent with the severity of his injuries, WFTV reported.

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — The Lake County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Eustis woman on Saturday following allegations that she placed a 4-year-boy who was in her care in a dryer and turned it on. Amber Chapman, 35, is being charged with a first-degree felony of aggravated child abuse stemming from an incident in February after the boy was taken to the emergency room with grape-sized bruising around his eyes as well as bruising around his ears, shoulder and lower back. According to the arrest report, the boy was taken to the ER on February 1 where he told doctors that “Miss Amber” placed him in the dryer with towels and he spun around. Read: Boy, 13, drowns in Volusia CountyChapman was released on $15,000 bail on Saturday. ©2022 Cox Media Group

Families in northwest Lake County will have a chance to pick up food items at no cost Friday morning. LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — Families in northwest Lake County will have a chance to pick up food items at no cost Friday morning. Farm Share, a nonprofit that aims to help food-insecure residents in Florida, will hold a food giveaway in Lady Lake. Farm Share is holding the distribution event in conjunction with North Lake Presbyterian Church, American Legion Post 347, and Society of St. Andrew. If you are in Florida, PLEASE follow these steps to find food near you from a FARM SHARE Food Pantry.

While the Lake County Sheriff’s Office mainly strives to serve and protect the community, the agency continues to take its community service to the next level by supporting charitable efforts.

Two employees at the Curaleaf medical marijuana dispensary in Mount Dora are accused of stealing pounds of product from the store over a matter of months.

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — The Lake County Government is planning to pay nearly $6 million to take control of the old Eustis sand mine. South Lake Trail and Cherrylake Partnership 🌳👟🚴‍♂️ When you’re out on the South Lake Trail you may notice some newly planted trees along County Road 565A. Public/private partnerships like this are what make Lake County a great place to live, work and play! Posted by Lake County Florida on Friday, February 25, 2022“Like 400 dump trucks a day,” resident Cindy Musselwhite said. Lake County Commission Chairman Sean Parks has said he’d like to see it turned into an eco-park for recreation to complement the Lake Norris Conservation area the state already has there.