‘It’s very busy:’ Oviedo moves toward permanent stop signs at intersection near mall
Read full article: ‘It’s very busy:’ Oviedo moves toward permanent stop signs at intersection near mallThe city of Oviedo is set to move forward with a plan to permanently install stop signs at an intersection where traffic signals were turned off and removed near the Oviedo Mall.
New Florida license plate bill allows frames under these conditions
Read full article: New Florida license plate bill allows frames under these conditionsA new bill heading through the state Legislature will allow drivers to use license plate frames after major confusion erupted over another law last year.
DUI arrest after driver ran from Seminole County crash that injured motorcyclist, shut down I-4, FHP says
Read full article: DUI arrest after driver ran from Seminole County crash that injured motorcyclist, shut down I-4, FHP saysA motorcyclist was hospitalized in critical condition as the driver accused of rear-ending them on Interstate 4 in Seminole County — with westbound lanes shut down for hours as a result — was arrested to face criminal charges including DUI, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Regulatory e-bike bill advances in Florida Legislature
Read full article: Regulatory e-bike bill advances in Florida LegislatureWith children and young adults increasingly involved in e-bike accidents, the Florida Senate has approved a bill aimed at regulating e-bike speeds and improving pedestrian safety.
Driver dies when big rig hits truck, overturns, erupts in flames on I-95 in Brevard
Read full article: Driver dies when big rig hits truck, overturns, erupts in flames on I-95 in BrevardInterstate 95 was shut down in Brevard County after a crash north of Mims, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Sheriff offers reward for info after 5-year-old run over by e-bike on Volusia beach
Read full article: Sheriff offers reward for info after 5-year-old run over by e-bike on Volusia beachVolusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood says he’s offering a $1,000 reward for the identity of two people who were riding an e-bike that struck a 5-year-old boy over the weekend.
Waymo is operating self-driving cars in Orland. Here’s what to know about crashes, who’s liable
Read full article: Waymo is operating self-driving cars in Orland. Here’s what to know about crashes, who’s liableFor years, I’ve talked about one simple rule on the road: the driver is responsible. But what happens when there is no driver?
Man killed after pickup goes airborne along I-95 in Volusia, overturns into water-filled ditch
Read full article: Man killed after pickup goes airborne along I-95 in Volusia, overturns into water-filled ditchThe FHP says a man was killed when his pickup struck a guardrail along Interstate 95 in Volusia County and landed in a ditch.
There’s a huge myth about this stretch of I-4 in Central Florida. Here’s the truth
Read full article: There’s a huge myth about this stretch of I-4 in Central Florida. Here’s the truthFor decades now, myths have popped up about a small section of Interstate 4 in Central Florida. But the truth may be even stranger.
Eustis police seek help in fatal hit-and-run involving bicyclist
Read full article: Eustis police seek help in fatal hit-and-run involving bicyclistAccording to police, a 48-year-old woman was riding her bicycle southbound on Lakeshore Drive near the intersection with Eustis Road early Friday morning when she was struck from behind by an unknown vehicle.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Violent crash shuts down traffic on Orange County highway, troopers say
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Violent crash shuts down traffic on Orange County highway, troopers sayA crash along State Road 528 in Orange County has shut down all lanes along the highway, according to the FL511.
VIDEO: Jaguar driver hits Florida school bus, arrested hours later for domestic dispute, deputies say
Read full article: VIDEO: Jaguar driver hits Florida school bus, arrested hours later for domestic dispute, deputies sayIn a social media post, the sheriff’s office stated that video footage shows the Jaguar driver failing to slow down as the bus approached a bus stop.
TRAFFIC ALERT: SR-46 closed in Lake County after body found nearby, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: SR-46 closed in Lake County after body found nearby, sheriff’s office saysA portion of State Road 46 was closed in Lake County after a body was found nearby, according to the sheriff’s office.
Osceola County plans major road projects to ease growing traffic congestion
Read full article: Osceola County plans major road projects to ease growing traffic congestionOsceola County is already facing heavy traffic congestion and because it is expected to worsen, county commissioners are taking steps to address the problem before it escalates further.
TRAFFIC ALERT: SR-19 still closed in Marion due to brush fires, officials say
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: SR-19 still closed in Marion due to brush fires, officials sayState Road 19 remained shut down in both directions Sunday due to brush fires, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
US Forest Service battling brush fire in Ocala National Forest; road closures reported
Read full article: US Forest Service battling brush fire in Ocala National Forest; road closures reportedHeavy smoke from a brush fire forced officials to close S.R. 19 south of Salt Springs on Saturday as firefighters worked to contain the blaze.
Man accused of running from troopers on I-4 before PIT maneuver, arrest in Orange County
Read full article: Man accused of running from troopers on I-4 before PIT maneuver, arrest in Orange CountyA man who was arrested in Orange County is accused of speeding on Interstate 4 and running from troopers with drugs in the car, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
‘Absurd:’ Controversy erupts after mayor’s wife gets pulled over in Daytona Beach
Read full article: ‘Absurd:’ Controversy erupts after mayor’s wife gets pulled over in Daytona BeachAfter Daytona Beach Mayor Derrick Hendry raised “concerns” following his wife being pulled over this week, the police chief took to social media to defend his department.
SUV backing out of Palm Coast driveway strikes, kills 80-year-old man, FHP says
Read full article: SUV backing out of Palm Coast driveway strikes, kills 80-year-old man, FHP saysAn man died when he was struck by an SUV that was backing out of a driveway in Palm Coast, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
14-year-old arrested after fleeing deputies on e-bike in Orange County neighborhood
Read full article: 14-year-old arrested after fleeing deputies on e-bike in Orange County neighborhoodA 14-year-old boy was arrested in Orange County after deputies said he tried to flee law enforcement on an electric bike — an incident neighbors say highlights an ongoing problem with teens racing e-bikes through their neighborhood.
Marion County couple’s retirement plans disrupted by highway
Read full article: Marion County couple’s retirement plans disrupted by highwayA Marion County couple’s retirement dreams have been shattered after discovering their recently purchased home will soon sit alongside a four-lane highway, a development they say came without warning.
Driver wanted after ramming deputy’s patrol car, running away in Osceola County, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Driver wanted after ramming deputy’s patrol car, running away in Osceola County, sheriff’s office saysThe Osceola County Sheriff’s Office says it’s looking for a Tesla driver accused of ramming a deputy’s patrol car and fleeing on foot after driving over spike strips and crashing.
National Crossing Guard Appreciation Day shines a light on those who ensure student safety
Read full article: National Crossing Guard Appreciation Day shines a light on those who ensure student safetyA special event hosted by the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office recognized the men and women who show up every morning and afternoon to keep our students safe.
Where are license plate readers? Online maps reveal hundreds deployed in Central Florida
Read full article: Where are license plate readers? Online maps reveal hundreds deployed in Central FloridaAs a growing number of municipalities and private entities install automatic license plate readers to help solve crimes, locate missing people and identify trespassers, privacy advocates are creating online maps that reveal the devices’ locations.
Crash shuts down Morse Boulevard in The Villages, deputies say
Read full article: Crash shuts down Morse Boulevard in The Villages, deputies sayDeputies shut down a stretch of Morse Boulevard on Tuesday evening after a “severe traffic accident” near Lake Sumter Landing, according to the sheriff’s office.
Lake County brush fire 100% contained after threatening homes, officials say
Read full article: Lake County brush fire 100% contained after threatening homes, officials sayA fast-moving brush fire that threatened homes and prompted the closure of a major roadway in Lake County is now 100% contained, according to the Florida Forest Service.
2 injured in crossover crash on SR-417 in Orange County
Read full article: 2 injured in crossover crash on SR-417 in Orange CountyTroopers said the driver of the Volkswagen and the Mazda were transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The pick-up driver was not injured and remained at the scene.
Downtown Orlando’s Magnolia Avenue conversion to a two-way street begins
Read full article: Downtown Orlando’s Magnolia Avenue conversion to a two-way street beginsThis week, News 6 reported on the “The Canopy” project under I-4 that the city is pushing forward with give people a place to hang out downtown. On Tuesday, the city is launching another phase of its downtown action plan focused on Magnolia Avenue.
Crews rescue manatee trapped in storm drain beneath road in Brevard County
Read full article: Crews rescue manatee trapped in storm drain beneath road in Brevard CountyFirst responders rushed to a scene in Melbourne Beach on Monday afternoon after a manatee became stuck in a storm drain, state officials told News 6.
Video shows driver lose control, slam into Casselberry business in ‘road rage’ incident
Read full article: Video shows driver lose control, slam into Casselberry business in ‘road rage’ incidentCasselberry Police say a driver accelerated into the side of a building along US HWY 17-92 this weekend after a “road rage” confrontation with another driver.
Woman killed in head-on crash on I-95 in Flagler after another vehicle strikes guardrail, becomes disabled
Read full article: Woman killed in head-on crash on I-95 in Flagler after another vehicle strikes guardrail, becomes disabledTroopers say a 55-year-old woman was killed in a crash on I-95 in Flagler County.
Holly Hill police seek info on multi‑vehicle, pedestrian crash that killed 2
Read full article: Holly Hill police seek info on multi‑vehicle, pedestrian crash that killed 2The Holly Hill police department is asking for witnesses related to a crash involving multiple vehicles and a pedestrian that left two people dead on Thursday, according to a news release.
‘Road‑rage’ driver smacks car with hand, then crashes into Casselberry business, police say
Read full article: ‘Road‑rage’ driver smacks car with hand, then crashes into Casselberry business, police sayA driver was cited for reckless driving after a road‑rage confrontation ended with his vehicle crashing into a nearby business, according to Casselberry police.
Truck taken into evidence after striking, killing pedestrian walking on shoulder of Volusia County road, FHP says
Read full article: Truck taken into evidence after striking, killing pedestrian walking on shoulder of Volusia County road, FHP saysA pickup truck was taken into evidence after it struck and killed a pedestrian in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Davenport woman, 20, killed in fiery Osceola County crash, FHP says
Read full article: Davenport woman, 20, killed in fiery Osceola County crash, FHP saysA 20-year-old Davenport woman was killed when she lost control of a car and struck a tree in Osceola County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
DUI crashes spike on Super Bowl Sunday. Here’s when it’s the worst
Read full article: DUI crashes spike on Super Bowl Sunday. Here’s when it’s the worstOn an average day, Florida law enforcement will make about 125 arrests for driving under the influence. On Super Bowl Sunday, that number jumps by more than 20%. But the chance of a DUI crash gets "exponentially worse" after the game, a new report says.
Florida bill slows down e-bikes amid safety concerns. What else the bill mandates
Read full article: Florida bill slows down e-bikes amid safety concerns. What else the bill mandatesFlorida lawmakers moved ahead Thursday with a proposal to get cyclists on e-bikes to slow down around pedestrians and make other safety improvements, although many suggested the effort should cover people using electric scooters as well.
From art to dogs to basketball, a full schedule of events in Downtown Orlando this weekend
Read full article: From art to dogs to basketball, a full schedule of events in Downtown Orlando this weekendFrom art to dogs to basketball, Downtown Orlando is hosting a full schedule of festivals, games and races this weekend. That means you should plan ahead if you want to be in the area. See everything happening.
1 dead when vehicle drives off Florida overpass and crashes into car on I-75
Read full article: 1 dead when vehicle drives off Florida overpass and crashes into car on I-75Trooper say a Florida man lost control of his car, drove off an overpass and landed on I-75 in Sumter, where he crashed into another vehicle.
K-8 school to be built inside new St. Cloud subdivision, raising traffic concerns
Read full article: K-8 school to be built inside new St. Cloud subdivision, raising traffic concernsAs some districts in Central Florida consider closing schools, Osceola County is set to build a new K-8 school in St. Cloud.
