
Mount Dora restaurants say road closure for roundabout is hurting business
Read full article: Mount Dora restaurants say road closure for roundabout is hurting businessRestaurant owners near a Lake County roundabout construction project say road closures and reduced access are hurting sales, forcing some businesses to cut hours and staff while they await additional help from the county.

‘Overreaches of justice:’ 11-year-old faces court summons after riding dirt bike on Oviedo road
Read full article: ‘Overreaches of justice:’ 11-year-old faces court summons after riding dirt bike on Oviedo roadAn 11-year-old boy has to appear in court next week after he was pulled over for riding his dirt bike on an Oviedo road.

Oviedo considers new e-bike restrictions, including 10 mph speed limit
Read full article: Oviedo considers new e-bike restrictions, including 10 mph speed limitOviedo city leaders are considering new restrictions for e-bikes, scooters and other micro-mobility devices. The proposed rules would limit speeds to 10 mph and could prohibit the devices from being used in some public places, including parks. The proposal would also require riders to yield to pedestrians.

Volusia County moves toward widening congested Daytona Beach road near I-95
Read full article: Volusia County moves toward widening congested Daytona Beach road near I-95Williamson Boulevard narrows from four lanes to two near I-95, and county traffic studies have determined that the corridor is operating over capacity.

Man accused of driving 118 MPH on I-4 in Orlando with loaded gun, ramming detective’s car
Read full article: Man accused of driving 118 MPH on I-4 in Orlando with loaded gun, ramming detective’s carA Sanford man is facing three felony charges after police say he drove 118 miles per hour on Interstate 4 with a loaded handgun within arm’s reach, refused to stop for officers and rammed a detective’s patrol car overnight Saturday.

Troopers looking for suspect in Winter Springs hit-and-run crash that injured a cyclist
Read full article: Troopers looking for suspect in Winter Springs hit-and-run crash that injured a cyclistThe Florida Highway Patrol is looking for help in tracking down the vehicle and driver who hit a cyclist in Winter Springs and fled.

Magnolia Avenue goes two-way after nearly 70 years as Orlando drivers face an old-habits adjustment
Read full article: Magnolia Avenue goes two-way after nearly 70 years as Orlando drivers face an old-habits adjustmentDowntown Orlando's Magnolia Avenue is now a two-way road. Orlando says the change is designed to make downtown easier to navigate, safer for people walking and biking and more accessible to businesses — but even people who work downtown say decades of one-way habits may take time to break.

When do Florida drivers need to have headlights on? Here’s what the law says
Read full article: When do Florida drivers need to have headlights on? Here’s what the law saysMost Florida drivers should already be aware that headlights should be used at night. However, state law has a few other specifications, as well.

Kissimmee railroad crossing safety improvements to preserve downtown quiet zone
Read full article: Kissimmee railroad crossing safety improvements to preserve downtown quiet zoneThe City of Kissimmee’s Public Works & Engineering Department is moving forward with railroad crossing safety improvements aimed at maintaining the city’s Quiet Zone designation. Construction began in August and is expected to be completed by November.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash shuts down John Young Parkway in Orlando
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash shuts down John Young Parkway in OrlandoThe Orlando Police Department is investigating a crash on John Young Parkway near Columbia Street. All northbound and southbound lanes are closed between LB McLeod Road and Columbia Street.

19-year-old Orlando driver faces DUI charges after wrong-way crash on I-75, FHP says
Read full article: 19-year-old Orlando driver faces DUI charges after wrong-way crash on I-75, FHP saysA 19-year-old Orlando man is facing multiple charges, including DUI, after crashing his car into a pickup truck while driving the wrong way on I-75 early Monday morning.

44-year-old water main break undermines area of Welch Road in Apopka
Read full article: 44-year-old water main break undermines area of Welch Road in ApopkaDrivers 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.

Are red-light cameras making driving safer? Local cities and counties release annual data
Read full article: Are red-light cameras making driving safer? Local cities and counties release annual dataAs Central Florida prepares for dozens more red-light cameras, new data is raising questions about their impact on roadway safety.

2 fire rescue members hospitalized after 3-car crash in Polk County, leaders say
Read full article: 2 fire rescue members hospitalized after 3-car crash in Polk County, leaders sayFire rescue officials in Polk County say four people, including two PCFR members, were hospitalized after a crash Saturday morning. Officials say the ambulance was responding with lights and sirens, when it was involved in a three-vehicle crash around 11:26 a.m.

Woman dead, 9-year-old hurt in Interstate 95 crash, state troopers say
Read full article: Woman dead, 9-year-old hurt in Interstate 95 crash, state troopers sayA woman is dead and a 9-year-old girl in the hospital after an early morning crash in Ormond Beach, state troopers say. Troopers say it happened around 7:45 a.m. on I-95 not far from the exit for U.S. 1.

Couple says ‘I do’ in Orlando hospital after groom is seriously injured on way to wedding
Read full article: Couple says ‘I do’ in Orlando hospital after groom is seriously injured on way to weddingKapri DeRamus was driving to his Sept. 5 wedding when a car crossed into his lane in Altamonte Springs. Hours later, he and Tyasia Thomas exchanged vows at Orlando Regional Medical Center.

Gas prices in Central Florida climb as Iran war disrupts global oil supply
Read full article: Gas prices in Central Florida climb as Iran war disrupts global oil supplyThe Iran war has dramatically slowed oil moving through the Strait of Hormuz — a critical shipping lane that previously carried about 20% of the world’s petroleum. The disruption has sent prices surging across the country, and President Trump says oil prices likely won’t come down until November.

St. Cloud school zone cameras generated $562K before enforcement stopped
Read full article: St. Cloud school zone cameras generated $562K before enforcement stoppedSchool zone speed cameras in St. Cloud generated nearly $563,000 in collected funds and helped reduce speeds while they were active, according to the St. Cloud Police Department’s 2026 annual report.

Winter Park considers e-bike, e-scooter restrictions in busy areas
Read full article: Winter Park considers e-bike, e-scooter restrictions in busy areasThe proposed ordinance would prohibit all e-bikes and e-scooters from sidewalks in the Central Business District, the Hannibal Square neighborhood commercial district, and the Orange Avenue District.

Stretch of Highway 40 shut down in Dunnellon over deputy-involved shooting
Read full article: Stretch of Highway 40 shut down in Dunnellon over deputy-involved shootingA stretch of West Highway 40 in Dunnellon has been closed after a deputy-involved shooting, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.

Tennessee doctor dies after small plane crashes near Space Coast Regional Airport, officials say
Read full article: Tennessee doctor dies after small plane crashes near Space Coast Regional Airport, officials sayA small, single-engine plane crashed near Space Coast Regional Airport in Titusville Monday morning, killing the sole occupant, officials said.

Lake County building roundabout after nearly 100 crashes at Eudora Road intersection
Read full article: Lake County building roundabout after nearly 100 crashes at Eudora Road intersectionConstruction is underway on a new roundabout at a crash-prone Lake County intersection, with the first phase expected to wrap early next year and the entire project scheduled for completion in summer 2027.

Pedestrian struck, killed by multiple vehicles on Apopka Vineland Road in Orange County, FHP says
Read full article: Pedestrian struck, killed by multiple vehicles on Apopka Vineland Road in Orange County, FHP saysA fatal crash closed S. Apopka Vineland Road at Palm Parkway in Orlando, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

New Smyrna Beach considers parking guidance system to help drivers find open spaces
Read full article: New Smyrna Beach considers parking guidance system to help drivers find open spacesCity commissioners are expected to consider a new parking guidance system Tuesday. The system would use an app to show drivers available spaces, parking rates, and time limits.

Teen killed, another injured in Volusia County ATV crash, FHP says
Read full article: Teen killed, another injured in Volusia County ATV crash, FHP saysThe two teens were riding a 2021 Honda Pioneer 700 on Pell Road, just south of Ashby Way, around noon on Sunday, when the 15-year-old driver lost control, ran off the road, and overcorrected, FHP said.

Woman dies, child injured in crash on Daryl Carter Parkway, state troopers say
Read full article: Woman dies, child injured in crash on Daryl Carter Parkway, state troopers sayState Troopers believe a possible medical episode led to a crash that killed a woman, and injured a child in Orange County Sunday. Troopers say a driver in a Honda Accord was on Interstate 4 approaching the exit for Daryl Carter Parkway when the crash happened, and the car ended up in the median around 7:45 a.m.

Early-morning Volusia County crash leaves motorcyclist dead, troopers say
Read full article: Early-morning Volusia County crash leaves motorcyclist dead, troopers sayA 22-year-old Ormond Beach man is dead after an early-morning Interstate 4 crash Sunday, according to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers say the man was behind a semi-truck near State Road 44 when that truck stopped due to a roadblock from a crash ahead.

Major changes to begin for e-bike, e-scooter riders at Orange County Public Schools
Read full article: Major changes to begin for e-bike, e-scooter riders at Orange County Public SchoolsUnder the new policy, only students with a valid driver’s license or learner’s permit may bring an e-bike or e-scooter onto school property.

Volusia County will block 125 on-beach parking spaces for Labor Day weekend. Here’s where and why
Read full article: Volusia County will block 125 on-beach parking spaces for Labor Day weekend. Here’s where and whyBeachgoers heading to Volusia County for Labor Day weekend will find fewer places to park directly on the sand at several popular coastal parks — part of a temporary safety strategy aimed at putting more space between moving vehicles and people walking onto the beach.

Ocoee-Apopka Road widening project could be completed by 2030
Read full article: Ocoee-Apopka Road widening project could be completed by 2030Ocoee-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.

Lake County votes to revoke license plate reader permits after heated privacy debate
Read full article: Lake County votes to revoke license plate reader permits after heated privacy debateA heated debate over privacy, public safety and police technology ended Tuesday with a unanimous decision in Lake County.

Palm Bay woman killed on I-95 after alligator triggers chain-reaction crash, FHP says
Read full article: Palm Bay woman killed on I-95 after alligator triggers chain-reaction crash, FHP saysA driver was killed on southbound Interstate 95 in Brevard County after an alligator on the road triggered a chain-reaction crash that ended in a hit-and-run.

‘We were just hungry’: Driver arrested after going 100 mph on Colonial Drive, Ocoee police say
Read full article: ‘We were just hungry’: Driver arrested after going 100 mph on Colonial Drive, Ocoee police sayOcoee police posted a video of the July 19 traffic stop, showing officers catching up to the speeding vehicle on a stretch of Colonial Drive where the speed limit is 45 mph.

Safety upgrades on the way for I-95-US-1 interchange in Volusia County
Read full article: Safety upgrades on the way for I-95-US-1 interchange in Volusia CountyThe interchange was designed in the 1960s, long before engineers could anticipate the volume of drivers using the corridor today. Its tight loop ramps leave motorists entering I-95 with little room to build speed before merging into interstate traffic.

Thousands cited over Florida’s ‘Super Speeder’ law, new data shows
Read full article: Thousands cited over Florida’s ‘Super Speeder’ law, new data showsOver one year later, and the Sunshine State’s “Super Speeder” law has already netted thousands of citations across the state, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

One dead, another injured in early morning motorcycle crash, troopers say
Read full article: One dead, another injured in early morning motorcycle crash, troopers sayA man is dead, another injured, after an early-morning crash involving two motorcycles Sunday, state troopers say. Troopers say the two men were riding on Innovation Way right near South Alafaya Trail in Orlando above the speed limit, when they lost control on a turn around 1:45 a.m. Sunday.

Have you been Flocked? This website may show whether police have searched your plates
Read full article: Have you been Flocked? This website may show whether police have searched your platesFlock cameras have been a controversial issue in many parts of the country, including Central Florida. Now, drivers may be able to figure out whether their plates have been searched.

FHP: Driver hit 115 mph, went wrong way on I-Drive in chase near SeaWorld
Read full article: FHP: Driver hit 115 mph, went wrong way on I-Drive in chase near SeaWorldA traffic stop in Orange County near SeaWorld turned into a lengthy chase Monday night that included speeds topping 115 mph and a wrong-way stretch on International Drive, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Suspect fleeing deputies crashes into 2 vehicles, Sumter County school bus
Read full article: Suspect fleeing deputies crashes into 2 vehicles, Sumter County school busA man fleeing a Sumter County traffic stop sideswiped two vehicles before crashing head-on into a public school bus on Tuesday. The 19 students who were on the bus were not hurt.

3 dead in single-vehicle crash on I-95, says Florida Highway Patrol
Read full article: 3 dead in single-vehicle crash on I-95, says Florida Highway Patrol3 people are dead following a fatal Brevard County crash Tuesday morning, says Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers say the crash happened around 10 a.m. on I-95 in Palm Bay.

New Smyrna Beach considers e-bike ban on Flagler Avenue sidewalks, shopping centers
Read full article: New Smyrna Beach considers e-bike ban on Flagler Avenue sidewalks, shopping centersThe proposed ordinance comes as the city responds to growing concerns about the safety of e-bikes and other electric mobility devices.

A closed road, a $10,000 homeowner bill and cleaner springs: Inside Orange County’s Wekiwa sewer push
Read full article: A closed road, a $10,000 homeowner bill and cleaner springs: Inside Orange County’s Wekiwa sewer pushConstruction trucks rumble past barricades. Excavators dig into the roadway. Backup alarms beep over the sound of heavy machinery. The noise is hard to miss along Thompson Road.

Man dies after overturn crash on State Road 25, say troopers
Read full article: Man dies after overturn crash on State Road 25, say troopersA man is dead after an early-morning crash in Marion County Sunday, says state troopers. Troopers say they were called out to the area of State Road 25 around 7 a.m.

Magnolia Avenue 2-way street project nears Phase 1 completion in Downtown Orlando
Read full article: Magnolia Avenue 2-way street project nears Phase 1 completion in Downtown OrlandoCrews have been working for the past several months to convert Magnolia Avenue in Downtown Orlando from a one-way street into a two-way road between Livingston Street and South Street, near the Dr. Phillips Center.

2 hospitalized after U-Haul, pump truck crash on I-4 near SeaWorld Orlando
Read full article: 2 hospitalized after U-Haul, pump truck crash on I-4 near SeaWorld OrlandoThe front right of the pump truck struck the rear left of the U-Haul, causing the pump truck to overturn onto its left side on eastbound I-4 early Friday morning, FHP said.

Volusia sheriff nabs carjacking suspect caught going head-on into traffic
Read full article: Volusia sheriff nabs carjacking suspect caught going head-on into trafficA suspect fleeing the Florida Highway Patrol was caught after carjacking a vehicle, then crashing into oncoming traffic at State Road 44 near New Smyrna Beach, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.

Ormond-by-the-Sea restaurant blocked by FDOT road project, workers say
Read full article: Ormond-by-the-Sea restaurant blocked by FDOT road project, workers sayEmployees at Lagerheads Bar and Grill say that while a major construction project is underway, not only are temporary barricades surrounding the property, but FDOT has also installed a permanent curb that blocks off their main parking lot entirely.

Seminole County stretch of SR-434 set for major safety, infrastructure upgrades
Read full article: Seminole County stretch of SR-434 set for major safety, infrastructure upgradesThe Florida Department of Transportation is proposing a series of safety and infrastructure improvements along a roughly 2-mile stretch of State Road 434 in Seminole County.

111 mph: Brevard Deputy of the Year avoids arrest under Florida ‘Super Speeder’ law
Read full article: 111 mph: Brevard Deputy of the Year avoids arrest under Florida ‘Super Speeder’ lawFHP caught Brevard County’s Deputy of the Year Michael Fultz riding his motorcycle 111 mph but did not arrest him under Florida’s ‘Super Speeder’ law, News 6 has learned.

Apopka’s Kelly Park Road widening hits funding snag
Read full article: Apopka’s Kelly Park Road widening hits funding snagA 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.

Oviedo reviews Flock camera safeguards as opponents call for removal
Read full article: Oviedo reviews Flock camera safeguards as opponents call for removalThe cameras take still pictures of license plates and collect details, including a car’s description. Oviedo police said that the information is searchable for 30 days before it is automatically deleted.

OCPS e-bike, e-scooter ban to take effect after Labor Day
Read full article: OCPS e-bike, e-scooter ban to take effect after Labor DayUnder the new policy, only students with a learner’s permit or driver’s license will be allowed to ride e-bikes or e-scooters to school — and even those students will need to obtain a permit from their school first.

Oviedo revisits license plate reader program amid privacy concerns
Read full article: Oviedo revisits license plate reader program amid privacy concernsAt a meeting on Monday, the city council will hold a discussion about policies governing the use of LPRs and safeguards in place to prevent misuse of the program.

Man dies after Orange County crash, troopers say
Read full article: Man dies after Orange County crash, troopers sayAn 80-year-old is dead after an Orange County crash Saturday night, says Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers say a GMC Yukon was leaving a driveway onto Hawaiian Court, when they hit the 80-year-old who troopers say was walking in the road.

Drivers arrested after deadly Marion County street race, troopers say
Read full article: Drivers arrested after deadly Marion County street race, troopers sayA street race last weekend led to the death of a 77-year-old woman, and both of the suspected drivers have finally been caught, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Seabreeze Boulevard beach ramp closes amid Plaza Hotel safety concerns
Read full article: Seabreeze Boulevard beach ramp closes amid Plaza Hotel safety concernsThe Seabreeze Boulevard beach approach ramp in Daytona Beach will temporarily close Friday night following safety concerns tied to the nearby Plaza Hotel, a landmark property that has sat vacant since 2022 and was recently declared non-compliant over a long list of code violations.

Driver arrested after falling asleep at Ocoee intersection, police say
Read full article: Driver arrested after falling asleep at Ocoee intersection, police sayA driver was arrested on suspicion of DUI after officers found a woman asleep behind the wheel early in the morning at an intersection, according to a police release.

CFX wrong-way detection systems stop thousands of drivers — but 5 ramps still need them
Read full article: CFX wrong-way detection systems stop thousands of drivers — but 5 ramps still need themCFX said the technology is designed to stop drivers before a potentially catastrophic mistake turns into a serious crash. In the past decade, the agency reports an 88% turnaround rate — more than 2,800 wrong-way drivers detected, with around 2,500 turning around before reaching the main lanes.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Semi-truck driver killed in fiery I-95 crash in Ormond Beach, troopers say
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Semi-truck driver killed in fiery I-95 crash in Ormond Beach, troopers sayA deadly crash shut down all southbound lanes on Interstate 95 in Ormond Beach, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Caught on camera: Winter Park issues more than 25,000 red light violations in one year
Read full article: Caught on camera: Winter Park issues more than 25,000 red light violations in one yearRed light cameras in Winter Park generated more than $3 million in violations during the last year, but more than half of that money went to the state of Florida.

Father questions FHP investigation after daughter killed in 2024 head-on crash
Read full article: Father questions FHP investigation after daughter killed in 2024 head-on crashA Volusia County father is calling on the Florida Highway Patrol to reopen the investigation into a 2024 crash that killed his 19-year-old daughter — and blamed her for the collision. Conflicting information in two separate troopers’ reports, obtained by News 6, is giving Kaylee Kennedy’s family reason to believe something is not right.

Michigan Avenue safety upgrades coming to Osceola County after years of delays
Read full article: Michigan Avenue safety upgrades coming to Osceola County after years of delaysMichigan Avenue in Osceola County, a stretch long known for pedestrian and bicycle crashes, is set for major improvements after years of funding delays stalled the project.

Osceola County considers adding school bus stop-arm cameras to catch drivers illegally passing
Read full article: Osceola County considers adding school bus stop-arm cameras to catch drivers illegally passingThe School District of Osceola County is moving closer to installing stop-arm enforcement cameras on school buses. Transportation Director Orville Watson told News 6 on Monday that the cameras are on the way.

Orange County bus driver shortage may leave parents scrambling to get kids to school
Read full article: Orange County bus driver shortage may leave parents scrambling to get kids to schoolOrange County Public Schools is starting the new school year 50 bus drivers short, leaving some students facing longer wait times as the district works to address a shortage that staff says has never been worse.

Osceola County schools kick off first day as budget ballot question looms
Read full article: Osceola County schools kick off first day as budget ballot question loomsLast year, the district transported 26,000 students while facing a bus driver shortage. This year, some routes have been consolidated, and drivers may be picking up additional students along the way.

Reckless driving in Ocala leads to death of 77-year-old woman, FHP says
Read full article: Reckless driving in Ocala leads to death of 77-year-old woman, FHP saysOne driver is facing pending charges and troopers are looking for another driver in a multi-vehicle crash that killed a 77-year-old woman in Ocala over the weekend.

E-bike rules, teacher contract talks top concerns as students return to school
Read full article: E-bike rules, teacher contract talks top concerns as students return to schoolFrom e-bike safety to teacher pay and health insurance, several issues are top of mind as students return to Orange County Public Schools.

Residents near County Road 44 raise concerns over proposed Leesburg-area development
Read full article: Residents near County Road 44 raise concerns over proposed Leesburg-area developmentResidents in the Leesburg area plan to confront a developer over concerns that new construction will increase flooding, traffic congestion, and stormwater runoff in an already impacted area.

‘Saves a lot of people money:’ Rising gas prices drive more Central Floridians to SunRail
Read full article: ‘Saves a lot of people money:’ Rising gas prices drive more Central Floridians to SunRailAAA reports the average price for a gallon of gas in Florida is $3.92 — up 80 cents from $3.12 this time last year. That increase is pushing more riders onto the commuter rail line connecting DeBary to Orlando.

21 new school-zone speed cameras installed at several Orlando schools
Read full article: 21 new school-zone speed cameras installed at several Orlando schoolsOrlando has installed 21 speed cameras in school zones in an effort to slow drivers down and improve student safety. The cameras will begin issuing mailed warnings on Aug. 11 for drivers recorded going more than 10 mph over the school-zone speed limit.

Oviedo police host e-bike safety sessions ahead of school year
Read full article: Oviedo police host e-bike safety sessions ahead of school yearOn Thursday, Oviedo officers will answer questions about the devices and provide information about electric micromobility laws. The discussion is designed to help caregivers determine if their child is riding a true e-bike as defined under state law.

Sanford garbage truck driver charged in deadly hit-and-run involving bicyclist granted bond
Read full article: Sanford garbage truck driver charged in deadly hit-and-run involving bicyclist granted bondA Sanford city employee charged in a deadly hit-and-run involving a bicyclist was granted a $15,000 bond during her first court appearance Wednesday. Sanford police said Shawannia Smith was driving a city-owned garbage truck on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard when she struck a bicyclist who was attempting to turn onto Airport Boulevard.

Central Florida sheriff stops ‘super speeder’ clocked at 125 mph on I-95
Read full article: Central Florida sheriff stops ‘super speeder’ clocked at 125 mph on I-95The Flagler County sheriff's dinner plans turned into a high-speed traffic stop Friday evening after a Palm Coast man was clocked driving 125 mph on Interstate 95.

Mount Dora street changes aim to improve emergency vehicle access
Read full article: Mount Dora street changes aim to improve emergency vehicle accessThe City of Mount Dora is set to give final approval on a plan that will change how drivers move through downtown. On Tuesday, the city council will vote to authorize a contractor to complete the Downtown One-Way Street Conversion Project. The plan, which was initially approved in 2025, calls for changes to three streets so emergency vehicles have more room to respond to parts of downtown.

Bicyclist killed in hit-and-run involving Sanford garbage truck, police say
Read full article: Bicyclist killed in hit-and-run involving Sanford garbage truck, police sayAccording to police, a City of Sanford garbage truck was traveling northbound on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and struck a bicyclist who was also heading north and attempting to make a right turn onto Airport Boulevard.

‘DOWN WITH THE FLOCK:’ Florida man uses simple trick to combat Flock cameras
Read full article: ‘DOWN WITH THE FLOCK:’ Florida man uses simple trick to combat Flock camerasOver the past few weekends, a St. Petersburg man has garnered widespread attention for his protest aimed at blocking Flock cameras.

Speed cameras will soon bring $100 tickets near these Central Florida schools
Read full article: Speed cameras will soon bring $100 tickets near these Central Florida schoolsDrivers who exceed the posted school-zone speed limit by more than 10 mph while school-zone flashing lights are active may soon receive a $100 civil citation in the mail, according to the police department.

FDOT prepares to begin Longwood SR-434 improvement project
Read full article: FDOT prepares to begin Longwood SR-434 improvement projectConstruction is nearing on a project designed to relieve traffic and improve safety near one of Longwood’s busiest intersections. A stretch of State Road 434 near Ronald Reagan Boulevard will get new turn lanes, as well as bike lanes.

Wrong-way driver stopped on SR-528 after pursuit, PIT maneuver in Orange County, FHP says
Read full article: Wrong-way driver stopped on SR-528 after pursuit, PIT maneuver in Orange County, FHP saysAccording to FHP, the trooper activated his emergency lights and siren as the SUV approached his patrol car and other traffic. The driver did not stop and passed the trooper, prompting a pursuit.

Titusville man charged with DUI after striking child bicyclist, police say
Read full article: Titusville man charged with DUI after striking child bicyclist, police sayA Titusville man was arrested on DUI charges after striking a child bicyclist on South Hopkins Avenue late Tuesday night, leaving the juvenile hospitalized with serious but stable injuries.

Trooper Steve reflects on nearly 10 years at News 6 as he heads to new role in Apopka
Read full article: Trooper Steve reflects on nearly 10 years at News 6 as he heads to new role in ApopkaAfter 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.

Orlando now repairing bumpy Westmoreland bike trail in Parramore after residents report injuries
Read full article: Orlando now repairing bumpy Westmoreland bike trail in Parramore after residents report injuriesOrlando leaders are moving forward with repairs to a rough stretch of bike trail along Westmoreland Street in Parramore — an area residents say has caused falls and injuries.

School bus cameras come to Lake County starting Aug. 10. Here’s when warnings, fines will start
Read full article: School bus cameras come to Lake County starting Aug. 10. Here’s when warnings, fines will startThe first day of school in Lake County will also be day one of a new school bus camera program to catch people violating laws around school buses. The school district says 240 buses will be equipped with the stop-arm safety cameras on Monday, Aug. 10.

Florida Amber Alert leads to fatal deputy-involved shooting in Marion County
Read full article: Florida Amber Alert leads to fatal deputy-involved shooting in Marion CountyMarion County deputies trying to stop an Amber Alert suspect used a PIT maneuver to disable his vehicle Monday evening — and shots were fired as they moved in to arrest him, according to the sheriff's office.

Groveland police sergeant suspended after using emergency lights, driving 100 mph to work, report says
Read full article: Groveland police sergeant suspended after using emergency lights, driving 100 mph to work, report saysSgt. Alexander Jarrell received a three-day unpaid suspension, lost his take-home patrol car for 30 days, and was placed on six months' probation after investigators found he used emergency lights and exceeded 100 mph during his commute on three occasions.













