53-year-old woman struck, killed while walking across Lee Road in Orange County
Read full article: 53-year-old woman struck, killed while walking across Lee Road in Orange CountyA 53-year-old Winter Springs woman was struck and killed while walking across Lee Road in Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Proposed development would build 85 townhomes in Winter Springs Town Center
Read full article: Proposed development would build 85 townhomes in Winter Springs Town CenterA community meeting Wednesday night will give the public a chance to see the plans for a proposed housing project in Winter Springs’ Town Center District.
Disney Destiny joins cruise line fleet with spectacular heroes and villains christening ceremony
Read full article: Disney Destiny joins cruise line fleet with spectacular heroes and villains christening ceremonyThe Destiny’s inaugural sailing departs Nov. 20, showcasing a Disney heroes and villains theme on four- and five-night Bahamas and Western Caribbean cruises.
Mayor defends Winter Springs amid audit criticisms
Read full article: Mayor defends Winter Springs amid audit criticismsWhile the city of Winter Springs has been pushing back against accusations about mismanagement and misspending of tax dollars, the state Auditor General’s Office has sent another review of its findings.
‘Reaching for his waistband:’ Seminole County deputy used vehicle to stop attempted homicide suspect, sheriff says
Read full article: ‘Reaching for his waistband:’ Seminole County deputy used vehicle to stop attempted homicide suspect, sheriff saysTwo suspects wanted in connection with an attempted homicide in New Jersey were arrested Tuesday afternoon in unincorporated Seminole County, Florida, after one tried to flee and was struck by a deputy’s vehicle, Sheriff Dennis Lemma said.
Florida lawmakers push bill to put Winter Springs changes to voters
Read full article: Florida lawmakers push bill to put Winter Springs changes to votersOn Thursday, state lawmakers gave their support to a bill that could lead to major changes in Winter Springs ahead of next year’s mayoral election. But city leaders say voters should decide what changes need to be made, not Tallahassee.
Man accused of stalking woman, hiding AirPods in car to track her, Winter Springs police say
Read full article: Man accused of stalking woman, hiding AirPods in car to track her, Winter Springs police sayA man was arrested in a Winter Springs stalking case after he admitted to harassing a woman he liked and using AirPods to track her vehicle, according to police.
No charges filed after Winter Springs High School instructor‘s ‘inappropriate communication’ with student
Read full article: No charges filed after Winter Springs High School instructor‘s ‘inappropriate communication’ with studentParents at Winter Springs High School learned from the principal this week that an employee resigned after an investigation revealed he engaged in "inappropriate communication" with a student.
As e-bike popularity soars, Winter Springs wants parents to know what they’re buying their kids
Read full article: As e-bike popularity soars, Winter Springs wants parents to know what they’re buying their kids“What we’re seeing are kids in packs of e-bikes, ignoring the rules of the roadway,” said Winter Springs Police Chief Matt Tracht. “You have to stop at stop signs. You have to operate it like you’re operating a vehicle.”
‘He was ready to hurt someone:’ Large gator approaching people and pets in popular swimming area
Read full article: ‘He was ready to hurt someone:’ Large gator approaching people and pets in popular swimming areaHowell Creek flows right under the Cross Seminole Trail near Tuscora Drive in Winter Springs.
Woman in motorized wheelchair struck, killed by semi in Winter Springs, police say
Read full article: Woman in motorized wheelchair struck, killed by semi in Winter Springs, police sayA 58-year-old woman in a motorized wheelchair was struck and killed by a semitruck in Winter Springs on Tuesday afternoon, according to a news release.
Winter Springs man arrested after Florida marijuana proposal fails to pass
Read full article: Winter Springs man arrested after Florida marijuana proposal fails to passA Winter Springs man has been arrested after an amendment on Florida’s ballots last year failed to pass, according to the Attorney General’s Office.
Man accused of firing gun to get officers’ attention, Winter Springs police say
Read full article: Man accused of firing gun to get officers’ attention, Winter Springs police sayPolice say Devin Laron Williams admitted to being “a little drunk” and confessed to firing a handgun to get the officers’ attention.
‘You try to shoot us?’ Winter Springs officers catch suspect in body camera video
Read full article: ‘You try to shoot us?’ Winter Springs officers catch suspect in body camera videoPolice say Devin Laron Williams admitted to being “a little drunk” and confessed to firing a handgun to get the officers’ attention.
AdventHealth Cancer Institute pioneers CAR-T cell therapy in Orlando
Read full article: AdventHealth Cancer Institute pioneers CAR-T cell therapy in OrlandoCancer patients at AdventHealth Cancer Institute in Orlando have access to a groundbreaking treatment that transforms their own immune cells into cancer-fighting agents, offering new hope for those with multiple myeloma.
Driver arrested more than a year after bicyclist killed in Winter Springs crash
Read full article: Driver arrested more than a year after bicyclist killed in Winter Springs crashMore than a year after a man walking with his bicycle was struck by a car and killed in Winter Springs, News 6 is learning the driver has been arrested.
16-year-old boy missing after walking away from Seminole County treatment center, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: 16-year-old boy missing after walking away from Seminole County treatment center, sheriff’s office saysThe Seminole County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing 16-year-old boy who may be traveling to Broward County.
Winter Springs moves forward with rescinding vote that absolved developer of proposed $227K tree fee
Read full article: Winter Springs moves forward with rescinding vote that absolved developer of proposed $227K tree feeThe growing controversy in Winter Springs centers around what is no longer growing along State Road 434 at Michael Blake Boulevard: trees mowed down by a developer to make room for townhomes and retail space.
Oviedo will not launch fireworks on Fourth of July — again
Read full article: Oviedo will not launch fireworks on Fourth of July — againSeveral Central Florida cities are hosting fireworks shows on July 4th - Sanford, Winter Springs, Celebration, St. Cloud, to name a few - but not Oviedo for a second year in a row.
Winter Springs creeks to be cleared of debris, but most sediment will remain
Read full article: Winter Springs creeks to be cleared of debris, but most sediment will remainAfter an initial round of relief, some homeowners in Winter Springs living near the city's multiple clogged creeks, and thus the ongoing fear of flooding during heavy rainstorms, are disappointed.
New Winter Springs wastewater facility to break ground middle of next year
Read full article: New Winter Springs wastewater facility to break ground middle of next yearThe city of Winter Springs now says it will break ground on a new water treatment facility by the middle of next year to replace the failing facilities the city has been trying to bandage for years.
Long-awaited Winter Springs creek cleanouts finally begin
Read full article: Long-awaited Winter Springs creek cleanouts finally beginHowell Creek, Bear Creek, Sheoah Creek, Gee Creek, No Name Creek, and Little Howell Creek have been notoriously littered with fallen trees, vegetation, sand, muck, trash, and other debris.
Dog killed in ‘fully involved’ fire that gutted Winter Springs apartment, officials say
Read full article: Dog killed in ‘fully involved’ fire that gutted Winter Springs apartment, officials sayA dog died in a fire that ripped through an apartment in Winter Springs, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.
Winter Springs commissioners to vote on doubling monthly stormwater fee
Read full article: Winter Springs commissioners to vote on doubling monthly stormwater feeThe city commission is expected to discuss for the second time a proposal to raise the rate from $5 to $10 per month. After public comment, commissioners are expected to vote on the proposal.
Chicken chat coming to Sanford as city considers backyard program
Read full article: Chicken chat coming to Sanford as city considers backyard programCity officials tell News 6 that they’re getting input from surrounding cities to come up with best practices for a backyard chicken program. City commissioners will get an update during the next work
Husband of woman killed in Winter Springs carjacking pleads guilty in drug ring case
Read full article: Husband of woman killed in Winter Springs carjacking pleads guilty in drug ring caseThe man whose wife was killed last year after a brazen carjacking, caught on camera in Winter Springs last year, pleaded guilty Friday as part of the larger investigation into a massive drug ring and money laundering scheme.
Shocking details unearthed after Florida woman carjacked, set ablaze in massive drug scheme
Read full article: Shocking details unearthed after Florida woman carjacked, set ablaze in massive drug schemeAguasvivas' body was found in her burnt-out car after a carjacking last year near Winter Springs, though investigative documents have come out revealing her husband's role in the incident.
Former Winter Springs High School teacher gets 15 years for sex acts with student in classroom
Read full article: Former Winter Springs High School teacher gets 15 years for sex acts with student in classroomA former Winter Springs High School teacher was sentenced to prison Friday for having a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old student in 2023.
Winter Springs pursues Gee Creek stabilization project
Read full article: Winter Springs pursues Gee Creek stabilization projectWith just two months left before the start of hurricane season, projects are underway to alleviate flooding concerns in one of the major areas where residents in Winter Springs had issues in the past.
Winter Springs wastewater workshop focuses on needed improvements
Read full article: Winter Springs wastewater workshop focuses on needed improvementsJust a few months after the election of three new commissioners, who said they would work to fix Winter Springs' wastewater issues, there will be a workshop on the possible ways to tackle the problem.
Petition to light up baseball and soccer fields at Central Winds Park in Winter Springs gets 1,000+ signatures
Read full article: Petition to light up baseball and soccer fields at Central Winds Park in Winter Springs gets 1,000+ signaturesMore than 1,000 parents, athletes, and coaches are petitioning Winter Springs commissioners to get the lights turned on at Central Winds Park's baseball and soccer fields.
US State Attorney details tangled web of deadly Winter Springs carjacking
Read full article: US State Attorney details tangled web of deadly Winter Springs carjackingNew federal charges were filed against seven people in the brazen carjacking of a woman who was killed in Winter Springs last year, according to the U.S. attorney’s office.
TIMELINE: Here’s what to know about the brazen Winter Springs carjacking case so far
Read full article: TIMELINE: Here’s what to know about the brazen Winter Springs carjacking case so farNearly two months later, four men arrested in the fatal carjacking of a Florida woman in Seminole County have now been indicted. Court records illustrate their plans.
WATCH LIVE: U.S. attorney gives update on deadly Winter Springs carjacking case
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: U.S. attorney gives update on deadly Winter Springs carjacking caseA man facing federal charges in connection to a deadly April 2024 carjacking case has signed a plea agreement, court documents obtained by News 6 show. Federal investigators believe he was driving a green Acura that was seen following Katherine Aguasvivas in Winter Springs in April. She was later found dead in a burning car in Osceola County.
Here are the people involved in the brazen Winter Springs carjacking, murder case
Read full article: Here are the people involved in the brazen Winter Springs carjacking, murder caseInvestigators have discovered that several other criminal cases are somehow tied to this carjacking, raising even more questions about why it happened.
‘There’s never enough:’ Winter Springs family dazzles neighborhood with holiday home decor
Read full article: ‘There’s never enough:’ Winter Springs family dazzles neighborhood with holiday home decorWhen it comes to holiday decorations, Jorge Melendez believes there’s no such thing as too much. His passion for creating a Christmas masterpiece began at a young age.

Husband of woman killed in Winter Springs carjacking arrested, indicted on federal charge
Read full article: Husband of woman killed in Winter Springs carjacking arrested, indicted on federal chargeThe husband of a woman killed during a carjacking in April near Winter Springs has been arrested and indicted on a federal charge.
New Winter Springs commissioners oust incumbents. What will change?
Read full article: New Winter Springs commissioners oust incumbents. What will change?On Monday evening, three new City Commissioners will take their seats at Winter Springs' first commission meeting since the election night clean sweep.
Winter Springs man, 20, dies after SUV crashes into house, troopers say
Read full article: Winter Springs man, 20, dies after SUV crashes into house, troopers sayA 20-year-old Winter Springs man died after crashing an SUV through Seminole County subdivision's gate, then into a house, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Central Florida family restaurant closes after nearly 50 years
Read full article: Central Florida family restaurant closes after nearly 50 yearsA nearly half-century-old business announced its end on Wednesday, Oct. 2 when owner Dominic Commesso released a statement on Facebook saying Dominick’s, a southern Italian restaurant in Winter Springs, is permanently closing.
‘That’s our biggest fear is the flooding:’ Winter Springs residents brace for Tropical Storm Helene
Read full article: ‘That’s our biggest fear is the flooding:’ Winter Springs residents brace for Tropical Storm HelenePeople who live near Gee Creek are once again worried about flooding as Tropical Storm Helene makes its way to Florida.
2 hurt when car strikes fence, pole before plunging into Seminole County pond
Read full article: 2 hurt when car strikes fence, pole before plunging into Seminole County pondA driver and passenger in their 70s were taken to the hospital after their vehicle plunged into a pond in Seminole County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Orange County deputy accused in connection with brazen carjacking near Winter Springs avoids jail time in plea
Read full article: Orange County deputy accused in connection with brazen carjacking near Winter Springs avoids jail time in pleaFrancisco Estrella, the Orange County deputy who was accused of a long list of charges in Seminole County linked to an April carjacking near Winter Springs, will avoid jail time in a pea deal, court records show.
Seminole County election results in the Florida Primary on Aug. 20, 2024
Read full article: Seminole County election results in the Florida Primary on Aug. 20, 2024Supervisor of Elections, school board and city positions are just some of the seats up on the ballot in Seminole County for the statewide primary on Aug. 20.
Winter Springs emergency fire hydrant inspections find 27 broken out of 1,200
Read full article: Winter Springs emergency fire hydrant inspections find 27 broken out of 1,200The City of Winter Springs has largely finished checking, testing and, if necessary, repairing all 1,200 fire hydrants citywide after three didn’t work when there was a fire earlier this year.
‘I have a problem:’ Florida man accused of harassing Walgreens worker, trying to drive over manager
Read full article: ‘I have a problem:’ Florida man accused of harassing Walgreens worker, trying to drive over managerThe man — identified as Juan Matos, 31 — had reportedly threatened a cashier and made sexual advancements on her, according to police.
WHO’S WHO? Here are the figures involved in mysterious Winter Springs carjacking case
Read full article: WHO’S WHO? Here are the figures involved in mysterious Winter Springs carjacking caseInvestigators have discovered that several other criminal cases are somehow tied to this carjacking, raising even more questions about why it happened.
TIMELINE: Here’s what we know so far about the brazen carjacking near Winter Springs
Read full article: TIMELINE: Here’s what we know so far about the brazen carjacking near Winter SpringsNearly two months later, four men arrested in the fatal carjacking of a Florida woman in Seminole County have now been indicted. Court records illustrate their plans.
Friend speaks out after Winter Springs mom of 3 killed in crash
Read full article: Friend speaks out after Winter Springs mom of 3 killed in crashNearly a week after a Winter Springs mom of three was killed in a crash at State Road 434 and Vistawilla Drive, one of their family friends shared more about the wife, mother and friend she was.
Video released in DUI crash that killed mother of 3 in Winter Springs, police say
Read full article: Video released in DUI crash that killed mother of 3 in Winter Springs, police sayVideo released by Winter Springs Police Department Friday shows the moment a speeding car hit another vehicle Tuesday, killing a mother of three.
‘Almost 5 times the legal limit:’ Woman accused of DUI in Winter Springs crash that killed mother of 3
Read full article: ‘Almost 5 times the legal limit:’ Woman accused of DUI in Winter Springs crash that killed mother of 3A 25-year-old woman was arrested on DUI charges in a Winter Springs crash that killed a mother of three.
Students with water gun temporarily caused Code Red at Winter Springs High School
Read full article: Students with water gun temporarily caused Code Red at Winter Springs High SchoolStudents with a water gun forced officials at Winter Springs High School to put the school on a brief Code Red on Monday afternoon, according to a news release.
Winter Springs’ new pickleball courts are a huge success, but some players have feedback
Read full article: Winter Springs’ new pickleball courts are a huge success, but some players have feedbackIt’s been almost a month since Winter Springs cut the ribbon on its new pickleball complex at Central Winds Park, and the city says its success has exceeded their expectations.
Suspect in Winter Springs carjacking claims he was paid to deliver the victim, federal affidavit shows
Read full article: Suspect in Winter Springs carjacking claims he was paid to deliver the victim, federal affidavit showsA suspect in the deadly April 11 carjacking near Winter Springs claims he was paid to deliver the victim to someone else, and was also given the gun used in the attack, according to a federal affidavit obtained by News 6.
Victim’s family no longer cooperating with Seminole County carjacking investigation, sheriff says
Read full article: Victim’s family no longer cooperating with Seminole County carjacking investigation, sheriff saysMiguel Aguasvivas, the husband of the victim in the deadly carjacking in Winter Springs, is no longer cooperating with the investigation into his wife’s death, according to the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies announce another arrest in Winter Springs carjacking; 2 men expected to face federal charges
Read full article: Deputies announce another arrest in Winter Springs carjacking; 2 men expected to face federal chargesA man arrested in Puerto Rico on federal drug and gun charges may be the driver of the green Acura used in the deadly carjacking near Winter Springs, according to Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma.
Another arrest made in Winter Springs carjacking; 2 men expected to face federal charges
Read full article: Another arrest made in Winter Springs carjacking; 2 men expected to face federal chargesA man arrested in Puerto Rico on federal drug and gun charges may be the driver of the green Acura used in the deadly carjacking near Winter Springs, according to Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma.
WATCH LIVE: Seminole County Sheriff’s Office announces arrests made in ‘significant investigation’
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Seminole County Sheriff’s Office announces arrests made in ‘significant investigation’Officials from the Seminole County Sherriff’s office said on Tuesday they are holding a news conference to announce the arrests made in a “significant investigation.”
Man believed to be last person to speak with woman carjacked near Winter Springs arrested on drug charges
Read full article: Man believed to be last person to speak with woman carjacked near Winter Springs arrested on drug chargesA person of interest in a brazen carjacking earlier this month near Winter Springs has been arrested, according to jail records.
WHO’S WHO? Here are the figures involved in mysterious Winter Springs carjacking case
Read full article: WHO’S WHO? Here are the figures involved in mysterious Winter Springs carjacking caseInvestigators have discovered that several other criminal cases are somehow tied to this carjacking, raising even more questions about why it happened.
TIMELINE: Here’s what we know so far about the brazen carjacking near Winter Springs
Read full article: TIMELINE: Here’s what we know so far about the brazen carjacking near Winter SpringsDetectives have discovered that several other investigations are somehow tied into this carjacking, raising even more questions about why it happened.
‘Pieces of the puzzle:’ Person of interest ID’d in mysterious Seminole carjacking; drug trafficking case connected
Read full article: ‘Pieces of the puzzle:’ Person of interest ID’d in mysterious Seminole carjacking; drug trafficking case connectedThe Seminole County Sheriff’s Office said the investigation into a carjacking and missing woman case last week led to a person of interest, a drug arrest, and a search for at least one other person.
Orange County deputy released after arrest linked to brazen carjacking
Read full article: Orange County deputy released after arrest linked to brazen carjackingA judge granted bond on Thursday for an Orange County deputy who was arrested over the weekend in connection to a carjacking near Winter Springs, according to court documents.
Deadly Winter Springs carjacking linked to Orange County shooting, arrest of deputy, officials say
Read full article: Deadly Winter Springs carjacking linked to Orange County shooting, arrest of deputy, officials sayThe Seminole County Sheriff’s Office provided several key developments in the homicide investigation involving a woman who was carjacked at gunpoint near Winter Springs on April 11.
Orange County deputy arrested, linked to brazen Winter Springs carjacking case
Read full article: Orange County deputy arrested, linked to brazen Winter Springs carjacking caseAn Orange County sheriff’s deputy is off the job as he faces a long list of charges in Seminole County linked to a carjacking in Winter Springs.
TIMELINE: Here’s what we know after woman was carjacked in broad daylight near Winter Springs
Read full article: TIMELINE: Here’s what we know after woman was carjacked in broad daylight near Winter SpringsThe Seminole County Sheriff's Office is now investigating a homicide, after they believe they found the body of a woman who was carjacked at gunpoint.