Edward Tardif, 46, was also accused of holding meditation in his criminal justice classroom during the 2017-2018 school year as well as trying to smoke with a student and contacting students on social media at inappropriate times.
The Lake Mary Little League All-Star Softball team stayed alive in the 2025 Little League Softball World Series, defeating the Washington team 5-3 in seven innings.
Using a drone to track him down, deputies with the Lake County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man accused of domestic battery, a news release stated.
The Orlando Police Department is asking the public for help in finding a missing 68-year-old man, according to a social media post.
Around 10 p.m. Thursday, officers responded to a driver attempting to get his car off the tracks at S.R. 520 and U.S. 1, the release said.
A 62-year-old man from the United Kingdom is facing charges of attempted second-degree murder and battery after he allegedly tried to drown his daughter-in-law at a Davenport vacation rental home, a news release stated.
The Orange County Clerk of Courts may have some unclaimed money for you in the form of uncashed vendor payments, refunds, restitution or cash bonds, according to a news release.
A 14-year-old boy called the police from a church in Middleburg after he had allegedly shot and killed his parents, Clay County Sheriff Michelle Cook said in a news conference.
An 84-year-old Ohio man died in Sumter County after driving off the highway on a motorcycle and colliding with an embankment, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
A federal correctional officer in Sumter County was sentenced to three years and one month in federal prison for receiving bribes as a public official and providing contraband to a federal prisoner, according to court records.
The Florida Department of Health in Brevard County has found four confirmed cases of “locally acquired” dengue, a news release stated.
Disney announced its lineup of tasty treats for the upcoming Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, which will feature new bites and returning goodies.
Deputies removed some 100 cats from an elderly Palm Coast woman’s home following a residential welfare check and now the Flagler Humane Society is working to find them new homes.
Central Florida residents can expect extreme heat this week, with “feels like” readings forecasted to reach between 106 and 112 degrees across the entire region, according to News 6 meteorologist Michelle Morgan.
Deputies removed 96 cats from an elderly Palm Coast woman’s home following a residential welfare check, according to a social media post.
A Florida woman was arrested, accused of felony littering after allegedly amassing over 14,000 lbs. of trash and debris at an illegal homeless encampment in the Silver Springs Shores area, a news release stated.
A 51-year-old Kissimmee woman was arrested, accused of grabbing and pushing a 17-year-old during a parade at Disney’s Magic Kingdom, an arrest report stated.
Multiple would-be thieves attempted to remove an ATM from a Truist Bank in Indian Harbour Beach using a pickup truck and a chain, the police department said.
A Palm Coast husband and wife were arrested after they allegedly left a baby in their car while they had drinks in a bar, a news release said.
The Titusville City Council selected Tom Abbate as its new city manager, promoting him from the interim city manager position he was given in May, a news release stated.
An Orlando woman, in hopes of picking up her dog, was arrested just before midnight after allegedly driving 113 mph down S.R. 417, an arrest report stated.
A New Smyrna Beach man, who told deputies he had drunk one beer an hour before, was arrested after allegedly drifting in the water naked at New Smyrna Beach, according to an arrest report.
A deputy with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office was held at gun point by two teens during an undercover narcotics operation in Riverview, a news release stated.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved and obligated more than $9 billion to assist the state and Floridians still recovering from Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby, a news release stated.
The Department of Health in Orange County is hosting a free back-to-school health fair in August for all Orange County Public School students in grades K-12, according to a news release.
Former UCF shortstop Antonio Jiminez was selected by the New York Mets in the third round of the 2025 MLB Draft, continuing the program’s streak of having at least one player drafted every year since 1992.
The Florida Democratic Party has filed a public records request with the Gov. DeSantis’ office and the Florida Division of Emergency Management for all documents related to the state contracts behind the internment camp known as “Alligator Alcatraz.”
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services removed more than 20,000 packages of illegal hemp products in Central Florida during the state’s ongoing operation to ensure new child-protection standards, officials told News 6.
The Air Dot Show Tour will return to Cocoa Beach this weekend, giving residents the chance to watch U.S. Air Force flight teams execute aerial acts over the Atlantic coastline, according to organizers.
A 29-year-old man from Cocoa was arrested after deputies allegedly found more than 20 grams of Fentanyl and cocaine hidden underneath a child’s car seat during a traffic stop, the police department said.
Two Palm Coast teens are face charges after allegedly fleeing from Flagler County deputies on electric off-road motorcycles, endangering the public, the sheriff’s office said.
The city of Orlando is advising that water contact activities associated with Lake Lawne cease until further notice, following a blockage in a public sanitary line, officials said.
According to a recent survey from the American Automobile Association, Florida gas prices rose 12 cents in the past week but were the lowest on Independence Day since 2021.
The city of Belleview announced it has earned $1 million in state-allocated funds to support the ongoing construction of the city’s wastewater treatment plant expansion.
The Florida Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget allocated over $3 million to Marion County to address its infrastructure and clean water project, officials said.
The city of Palm Coast has announced it's received $5 million in state funding to address wastewater system issues and $125,000 to support permitting for a future YMCA facility in the city’s town center.
Marion County Public Schools announced test scores from the 2024-25 school year, showing notable year-over-year improvements using the state’s new testing procedures across all grade levels.
The Florida Wildlife Hospital announced that it is releasing a rehabilitated Bald Eagle back into its natural habitat just in time for the national bird to enjoy its 4th of July weekend.
The family of Ajike Owens, the Ocala mother of four who was shot over a neighbor dispute in 2023, filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Susan Lorincz on June 10, according to court documents.
Palm Bay Chief of Police Mario Augello announced that he is retiring from his position, planning to step away after 25 years of service.
A traffic enforcement deputy with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office resigned after he was arrested for allegedly stealing cash during a traffic stop, officials said.
Two Florida men were officially charged by the U.S. Department of Justice for allegedly employing a fraudulent scheme to steal over $100 million from a nonprofit organization that managed funds for people with special needs and disabilities, the department said.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission announced it is undertaking a large-scale, unprecedented $2.35 million restoration effort over the next two years to restore native plants in and around Lake Kissimmee.
A 31-year-old St. Petersburg woman, accused of the death of a nine-month-old child in her care nearly a year ago, was arrested on Tuesday by the St. Peterburg Police Department, officials said.
A judge’s decision on Friday ruled former Brevard County clerk of courts and state representative Mitch Needelman competent to stand trial for a second time for alleged bribery, conspiracy, bid tampering and official misconduct.
A doctor, vacationing with his family from Illinois, saved the life of a 17-year-old girl suffering from cardiac issues at Disney World, according to a news release by Silver Cross Hospital.
A Flagler County man was arrested on Tuesday by Flagler County deputies for allegedly entering a residence illegally with a gun and assaulting the homeowner in pursuit of money owed to him, officials said.
The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is celebrating its 50th anniversary next month with a limited-time historical gallery and discounted ticket prices, the zoo announced on Wednesday.
A Marion County man was arrested after leaving a threatening comment on a Facebook post promoting an LGBTQ event in Orlando, the FBI said in a report.
According to Disney CEO Bob Iger, Disneyland Abu Dhabi will be authentically Disney and distinctly Emirati. Not only will it be the company’s first theme park in the Middle East but also a waterfront park.
In a release, company officials announced that the chain is returning thanks to a new agreement with Hormel Foods, the owner of CHI-CHI’S trademarks.
An Orlando man was arrested Tuesday morning by Davenport Police following a dangerous collision and charged with three counts of serious traffic violations, according to the Davenport Police Department.
News 6 wanted to address some issues many viewers have been having with our broadcast and digital signals.
Sexual predators. Addictive features. Self-harm and eating disorders. Unrealistic beauty standards. Bullying. These are just some of the issues young people are dealing with on social media — and children’s advocates and lawmakers say companies are not doing enough to protect them.
The gentle giants cruising Florida's waterways are one of the state’s most beloved creatures. On the surface, they may seem like slow, gray lumps grazing on sea grass but there is more than meets the eye with the ancient anatomical and ancestral traits still visible in manatees today.
Attention all 90s kids! Were you able to convince your parents to hold onto those old Disney VHS tapes? You're in luck, because some of those tapes might be worth more than you're thinking.
The race for the White House is likely coming to Florida. According to published reports, the third Republican debate will be held in Miami.
We're now learning about safety concerns surrounding a ride at Fun Spot Kissimmee where a 6-year-old fell 20 feet last week, leaving the child seriously hurt.
The heart of summer means trees, grass, flowers and plants are in full bloom, but with that comes the use of fertilizer to keep those items healthy.
Enter to win passes to the private lawn party at ICON Park featuring live music as well as food and drink samples from 11 restaurants. You'll also get tickets to ride The Wheel.
This is Jesus is a mega multimedia concert and worship event to foster a spirit of unity among believers of all Christian faiths. Live music features Jordan Smith, Take 6, Blanca and more, singing some of their most recognizable worship music and sharing their faith through life-changing stories.
Since 2020 the COVID-19 pandemic has limited and, in many cases, completely halted international travel, but that's finally changing.
