Rip currents occur all year round in Florida, but they become more noticeable in the summer when more people venture out into the warmer water.

The FHP says a 76-year-old Melbourne man was killed in a wrong-way crash on U.S. 1 in Flagler County.

The FHP says an 18-year-old Palm Coast man died when his motorcycle struck a deer in Flagler County and he was then hit by a car.

It’s no surprise that housing costs are an issue for many Central Florida residents — but some areas are more far more affordable than others.

Newly-released dash camera video shows the moment a suspect crashed head on into a 71-year-old woman’s car while trying to get away from deputies.

Last week, 10 more Central Florida restaurants were forced to shut down — at least for a while — following local health inspections, according to state records.

Deputies in Flagler County arrested a man in a van on Beverly Beach after they say they found sea turtle eggs on the floorboard of the vehicle, and a plethora of drugs throughout the van.

Three fleeing burglary suspects were identified as the cause of a fatal head-on crash near Interstate 95 on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

Palm Coast e-bike riders may soon face new, stricter rules.

Most of Central Florida sheriff’s offices say they will no longer enforce Florida’s ban on openly carrying guns after a state appeals court ruled the ban was unconstitutional.

Flagler Beach is considering new restrictions on where people can fish along the beach. But local fishing groups are pushing back against the proposed ordinance.

A 15-year-old high school student faces serious charges after deputies say he brought a gun to school and later pointed it at another student in the bathroom of a McDonald’s.

Storms are moving through Central Florida on Sunday evening.

A man is accused throwing glass bottles inside a Palm Coast liquor store when the store clerk refused to sell more alcohol to him, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

Remembrance events throughout Central Florida are happening to honor the lives lost in the tragic Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

A years-long battle over house colors in Palm Coast is officially over. The city decided on set rules for homeowners who have been fighting to paint their homes in more lively colors.

Deputies are investigating a threat made to Flagler Palm Coast High School, the sheriff’s office said on social media.

An 11-year-old boy was grazed by a stray bullet that penetrated his home while two off-duty Flagler County deputies were conducting target practice nearby, according to sheriff’s office officials.

It may not feel like fall, but the tastes and fun of fall are here!

The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing 60-year-old man who was last seen Thursday night.

Last week, six more Central Florida restaurants were forced to close temporarily after a visit from a health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.

A 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.

The district will introduce an advanced, real-time communication system and fixed bus routes for drivers to improve student safety.

A night "Under the Stars," a food festival and more on tap this weekend.

Stormy and soggy weather is on the way.

Flagler County's fragile coastline is getting a major facelift with $9 million announced for dune restoration near MalaCompra Beach Park.

A Flagler Beach man is accused of driving under the influence after calling the sheriff’s office to report that he hit a deer.

A massive development project that would add 6,100 new homes and nearly quadruple the size of Bunnell has received initial approval from city officials, marking a significant turnaround for the previously rejected project.

Wild hogs are tearing up a Flagler County cemetery, leaving major damage behind.

The latest ranking for 2025 looks at factors like graduation rate, college readiness, and scores on state assessments.

Another Central Florida investigation into an alleged scammer impersonating law enforcement has resulted in the arrest of a Palm Coast man, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

A 20-year-old Palm Coast man linked to a massive cybercriminal gang is sentenced to 10 years in prison.

The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office Cybercrimes Unit has made history.

Flagler Beach firefighters found their hands full of fur while responding to what was first thought to be a puppy in need of rescuing, trapped deep in a drain pipe.

With the One Big Beautiful Bill Act being signed into law last month, Florida residents are slated to see big tax cuts on average.

A brush fire reported in Flagler County may cause visibility issues on roadways on Saturday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A man was killed and two others were hurt in a crash on U.S. 1 in Palm Coast, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The Volusia County Council will decide next week whether to move forward with a proposal to allow horseback riding on select beaches, offering residents and visitors a unique coastal experience.

What began in 2018 as a small idea to make sure girls had what they needed when they needed it most has grown into a county-recognized nonprofit helping thousands of students across Central Florida.

A Russian man illegally living in Central Florida was arrested last week as part of a credit card fraud scheme, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

A deadly wreck forces the closure of a portion of Interstate 95 in Flagler County.

A woman arrested in Flagler County is accused of posing as a nurse for 18 months and seeing more than 4,000 patients before being caught.

The city of Edgewater is moving forward with a ban on e-bikes and electric scooters in public parks and on sidewalks, joining a growing list of Central Florida communities taking a tougher stance on the increasingly popular devices.

From relaxation to revved-up monster energy, there are plenty of things to do this weekend outdoors or indoors to escape the heat.

From relaxation to revved-up monster energy, there are plenty of things to do this weekend outdoors or indoors to escape the heat.

Turtle hatchlings stuck in a storm drain. No ooze to mutate them, no rat to train them. They needed heroes. Enter Flagler Turtle Patrol, which contacted Flagler County Fire Rescue.

Last week, over a dozen more Central Florida restaurants were forced to close — at least temporarily — over concerns brought by health inspectors, according to the Florida DBPR.

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.

The latest data sheds light on costs that state officials claim are being passed on to taxpayers.

Construction has officially begun on the iconic Flagler Beach pier, marking the start of a major rebuilding effort after the structure took significant damage from hurricanes over the past decade.

Since 1995, the Dolly Parton Imagination Library — now with partners in five Central Florida counties — has distributed more than 280 million books to more than 3 million children from birth to age 5.

Deputies removed 96 cats from an elderly Palm Coast woman’s home following a residential welfare check, according to a social media post.

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 Flagler County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of two pool contractors accused of embezzling construction funds.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks at an event in Orlando.

A six-month undercover operation dubbed “Summer Slammer” resulted in 18 arrests and 5 kilos of drugs recovered, according to Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly.

Palm Coast city leaders have formally asked Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to unseat Mayor Mike Norris.

Palm Coast and the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office are stepping up enforcement on e-bikes after a surge in crashes and illegal activity. This crackdown follows the recent arrest of two teens who fled deputies on electric off-road bikes.

The fire department was dispatched to Pine Lake Apartments after residents reported smoke coming from the clubhouse during an afternoon thunderstorm.

The Flagler Beach Fire Department and Ocean Rescue will receive framed certificates along with vegan chocolates from PETA.

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.

Volusia and Flagler counties reported an almost 7% decrease in homeless people in the region. But one homeless expert in the region believes the numbers are actually much higher.

That's not something you see every day -- even in Florida.

The grades are largely based on student test scores; however, districts can earn points in other areas, including the percentage of students who improve from the year before.

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.

A 31-year-old Holly Hill man is accused of trying to steal nearly $1,500 in merchandise from a department store in Palm Coast before fleeing on the back of a UPS truck, deputies said.

Sheriff Rick Staly presents checks to two Flagler County residents who were victims of cryptocurrency scams.

A Palm Coast woman was killed in a single-vehicle crash during which she partially exited an SUV before it struck a dumpster, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A man riding a motorcycle in Flagler County died after the bike overturned, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

With 2024 all wrapped up, Florida officials have now released last year's statewide crash data. However, some might be surprised by which counties ranked among the deadliest.

Two drug houses were shut down this week following an investigation in Palm Coast, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

A Palm Coast man was taken into custody on Tuesday after deputies said he was spotted engaging in “lewd” behavior at a local boardwalk.

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.

Last week, another four restaurants across Central Florida were told to close after they were visited by a health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.

A 56-year-old Palm Coast man, accused of stealing thousands of dollars from his late mother’s estate, was arrested on June 18 by Flagler deputies, the sheriff’s office said.

Firefighters in Palm Coast battled a salvage-yard fire that destroyed or damaged 16 vehicles, including EVs, according to a news release.

Need ideas for how to spend this year’s Independence Day? Listed is what’s being offered in Central Florida throughout the 4th of July weekend, from fireworks to live music.

With continued growth across Central Florida comes the need for more police officers and sheriff’s deputies, according to law enforcement officials. News 6 reached out to county sheriff’s offices to ask how much they pay deputies.

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.

Despite the break, water service has been maintained for all customers in the area.

Crews will begin the demolition of Flagler Beach’s iconic pier.

A Florida woman is accused of using an SUV to chase a 14-year-old boy who was riding an e-bike next to a road in Flagler County.

A Palm Coast teen who was allegedly robbed at gunpoint by two other teens in May was just arrested by Flagler County deputies, according to the sheriff’s office.

A major development proposal is on the agenda for Bunnell city commissioners on Monday night.

Flagler County is back at the drawing board to create a beach management plan and secure funding for it. During a recent meeting, commissioners decided to abandon the idea of a half-cent sales tax that would have financed future beach renourishment projects.

On Thursday, U.S. News & World Report issued its list of the top places where people are thinking about moving so far in 2025.

A man arrested in Flagler County is accused of drug trafficking after the sheriff's office said it found marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamine and more in his home.

Now that it’s May, school districts across Central Florida are gearing up to release their students for the summer.

Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military.

Palm Coast city leaders and residents received an update on what could become a multimillion-dollar effort to dredge the city’s saltwater canals.

Some local homeowners are frustrated because they have codes that prevent them from painting their houses a certain color. The issue is soon set to appear before the city council.

Find out what it takes to become a substitute teacher in Central Florida.

Two Palatka women were arrested on Wednesday after they were caught shoplifting from a TJ Maxx store in Palm Coast, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

Palm Coast firefighters responded to a burning semi-truck full of watermelons along Interstate 95.

Flagler County was briefly involved in discussions due to the City of Palm Coast’s initial interest in the project. However, the city was found to be ineligible to apply directly for the grant.

A 63-year-old Palm Coast man was arrested after trying to break into a home while naked, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

Flagler County residents have several resources available to them while preparing for a storm.

A man riding a motorcycle in Flagler County was badly hurt in a crash along State Road A1A, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Officials said that no structures are in danger from the fire. Firefighters are working diligently to contain the fire and protect the surrounding area.

From boil water notices to sand bag locations to shelters, emergency alerts are sent out by the county to get important information to its residents — especially during a major storm or hurricane.