Dozens of geckos were found dead after being locked away in an abandoned storage unit, leading the person responsible to be sentenced this week, according to the FWC.

The Osceola County Sheriff’s Office Aviation Unit captured aerial footage tracking the suspects, leading up to a tactical vehicle takedown by ground teams.

Magnetic pulses are transforming depression treatment in Kissimmee.

A 23-year-old West Palm Beach man was killed in a crash with a semi-truck near St. Cloud, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A school resource officer in Osceola County wrangled and relocated an alligator that was causing concern for student safety, according to the sheriff's office.

The School District of Osceola County has opened an investigation after a 9-year-old boy with special needs stepped off a school bus at the wrong stop on his second day of classes.

The Central Florida Expressway Authority will meet today to discuss how to manage this rapid growth. On the agenda is a review of Osceola County’s population, which has exceeded projections, and an evaluation of infrastructure needs to alleviate traffic.

Osceola County’s newly appointed Sheriff Chris Blackmon anticipates additional charges against individuals within his own department as investigations continue into the administration of former Sheriff Marcos Lopez .

Back to school this year means significant changes for the Osceola County school district.

The Osceola County School District is taking proactive steps to reduce accidents involving school buses and their blind spots.

Mary Lou in Poinciana had 2 broken slats in her horizontal window blinds from her dog so we showed her where to find new slats and how to replace them.

Osceola County district officials say they are in a good spot with teachers and are chipping away at a bus driver shortage.

We’ll break down exactly what the Office of Emergency Management does, from coordinating disaster response to helping residents prepare for the worst-case scenarios.

A person was hospitalized after a "motor vehicle and pedestrian incident" involving an Orange County Fire Rescue medical transport unit, according to a spokesperson for the fire department.

Some residents in the Gramercy Farms neighborhood of St. Cloud report experiencing frequent power interruptions regardless of the weather conditions.

The official tourism marketing corporation in Kissimmee is actively working to attract visitors from Canada to the many attractions of Central Florida, amid concerns over international tariffs and border tensions.

Orange-Osceola State Attorney Monique Worrell holds a news conference to announce the development of new policies and procedures.

As students across Central Florida head back to school, a noticeable decline in childhood vaccination rates is raising concerns for some healthcare providers.

Osceola County joined the growing list of law enforcement agencies to activate speed cameras in school zones after a new state law took effect in 2023.

Orange-Osceola State Attorney Monique Worrell updates law-enforcement efforts regarding Florida’s new “Super Speeder” law.

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.

News 6 has been following cases in Seminole County when troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol have stopped drivers for going 50 mph or more over the speed limit, or over 100 mph.

A 17-year-old girl has been reported missing out of Osceola County, according to the sheriff’s office.

Kissimmee city commissioners are set to ratify an agreement with the firefighters’ union that will change firefighter shifts but also increase costs for homeowners.

The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado touched down Monday in northern rural Osceola County during an intense round of storms.

St. Cloud police announced that they diverted traffic around local intersections on Monday evening after rain passed through the area.

Osceola County Schools are addressing concerns with the adoption of the latest technology— a new app designed to keep track of students on the school bus.

A 52-year-old Lake Wales man was killed when his Audi crashed into a concrete column in Osceola County, the Florida Highway Patrol says.

Back to school this year means significant changes for the Osceola County School District as it consolidates Exceptional Student Education services for children with special needs.

The Osceola County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing 84-year-old man.

Shots were fired at a McDonald’s in Osceola County, according to the sheriff’s office.

After a CVS store went up in flames back in April, investigators revealed that it was actually a work of arson.

Residents of St. Cloud have raised concerns over unusually high water bills, prompting responses from the Toho Water Authority acknowledging the issue but noting variability in individual cases.

For one day only, fans can witness all kinds of wacky backyard-type games for ESPN8: The Ocho at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

Starting Aug. 13, drivers caught speeding in one of three school zones in Mount Dora will receive a warning. After the 45-day warning period, those warnings could lead to a $100 fine.

Osceola County Sheriff Christopher A. Blackmon held a news conference on Wednesday to announce the arrest of two employees at the sheriff’s office.

A small plane made an emergency landing along a road near Kissimmee, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.

A 51-mile stretch of Florida's Turnpike is set to close overnight this week.

More than a year before Stephan Sterns pleaded guilty to raping Madeline Soto and no contest to murdering her,  Sterns drastically changed his story about the 13-year-old’s disappearance and death.

A vehicle fire temporarily forced all northbound lanes of the Florida’s Turnpike to close in Osceola County on Monday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Trooper Steve on Patrol takes you behind the scenes at Kissimmee Gateway Airport.

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

News 6 is teaming up with you to help purchase back-to-school supplies for teachers across Central Florida,

You might say the ICE! theme for this year's popular Christmas celebration will go down in history.

Schools in four Central Florida districts are receiving resource room makeovers as part of a program designed to create an enriching environment for students.

Based on the true story Frank Abagnale, Jr., “Catch Me If You Can” tells the story of dreams, deception and of course, the art of the chase.

Two more ALDI stores are set to open their doors to customers in Central Florida next week, according to the company.

As the investigation into Madeline Soto's death continues, News 6 provides a timeline of events stemming back to her initial disappearance.

Following his arrest, detectives interviewed Melvin Echevarria-Alvarez at the jail. Based on evidence and the interview, a search warrant was served at his residence in the Vineland Landings Apartments in Kissimmee.

On Monday, Stephan Sterns took a plea deal to avoid the death penalty in the case of the rape and killing of 13-year-old Madeline Soto in 2024. News 6’s Mike DeForest sifted through the hundreds of pages of evidence in the case to put together a six-part deep dive into the investigation, called “Justice for Madeline.”

A woman is accused of fatally stabbing her fiancé during an argument on Saturday at Westgate Vacation Villas, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.

Judge Keith Carsten sentenced Stephan Stern to life in prison without the possibility parole for the murder of 13-yr-old Madeline Soto.

On Monday, the man accused of raping and killing 13-year-old Madeline Soto will have a plea hearing just 24 hours before jury selection was set to begin for one of his trials.

Volunteers from ASEZ WAO braved scorching temperatures to clean up roadside trash in Kissimmee.

An unexpected plea hearing has been scheduled for Monday in the case of Stephan Sterns, the Osceola County man who is also accused of killing Madeline Soto last year.

When it comes to community engagement, the St. Cloud Police Department continues to raise the bar and today, they’re swapping badges for water blasters.

A local family is outraged and demanding answers after 31-year-old Derik Bonet Rodriguez died following a confrontation with Osceola County deputies early Sunday morning, during which he was shocked with a Taser.

A 31-year-old man died after being tased during a struggle with deputies who attempted to detain him early Sunday morning in Osceola County, the sheriff’s office said.

A pre-trial hearing is scheduled for Stephan Sterns, who is accused of raping and killing 13-year-old Madeline Soto.

A motorcyclist was killed in a crash on Pleasant Hill Road in Osceola County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The Department of Education is currently withholding over $6 billion in federal payments to school districts nationwide.

The program, designed to create employment opportunities for intellectually diverse adults, provided participants with hands-on experience in various hotel operations, from housekeeping to banquet services.

The illegal gambling investigation that led to racketeering charges being filed against Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez and five others may involve as many as five Central Florida gaming rooms, newly released court records reveal.

The illegal gambling investigation that led to racketeering charges being filed against Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez and five others may involve as many as five Central Florida gaming rooms, newly released court records reveal.

Kissimmee police Chief Charles Broadway held a news conference to mark his first 100 days in the position.

From vibrant festivals to thrilling air shows and fun family activities, here's what's on tap.

Despite economic anxiety being on the rise, the nation isn’t poised for a recession. But that doesn't mean there aren't going to be other changes.

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.

While pleased with the improvement, Osceola County Superintendent Dr. Mark Shanoff revealed the district narrowly missed an “A” by just two points.

After a widespread 911 outage, officials are sharing which contingencies helped ensure calls didn’t go unanswered. The outage started in Lake County and impacted several other counties, including Marion, Citrus, and Osceola.

It’s no surprise that Florida is a strange place. But some places in the Sunshine State are stranger than others.

Ying “Kate” Zhang is among at least six defendants facing racketeering charges stemming from an investigation into an unauthorized casino that allegedly generated more than $20 million in illegal proceeds.

Residents are urged to use text-to-911 for emergency contact until the phone system is fully restored.

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.

On Monday, Lopez’s lawyer filed a motion requesting an immediate hearing to prove she has met the conditions to post bond.

A longtime invasive ant has been making the rounds in Florida over the past few decades. And with summer upon us, it’s prime season for these ants to spread.

A man arrested on the Fourth of July in Osceola County is accused of burglarizing a woman’s house before being shot by the homeowner’s son, according to the sheriff’s office.

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.

Osceola County says its sheriff’s office will undergo a forensic audit.

One week after former Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez bonded out of jail, his estranged wife is due back in court following her arrest on a racketeering charge tied to a sprawling illegal gambling investigation.

Teenagers interested in learning more about law enforcement have an opportunity to see what it’s like to be a Kissimmee police officer through its Explorer youth program.

A bond hearing Thursday may determine if the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez can bond out of jail on charges in an illegal gambling house case. Documents give a glimpse at Robin Severance Lopez's time as a sheriff's office deputy.

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Kissimmee officials voted unanimously on Tuesday evening to move its last call for alcohol sales earlier than 2 a.m.

Osceola County is experiencing robust economic growth, yet the rapid expansion has led to significant traffic challenges.

Three children were among the six people killed in a fiery crash in Osceola County on June 21, according to an updated Florida Highway Patrol report.

The ranking examines small towns across the nation, using FBI data to figure out which spots are the safest for potential movers.

Multi-Wall art piece part of Osceola’s ARTisNOW Public Murals Project.

Join Trooper Steve as the St. Cloud Fire Department officially breaks ground on its newest fire station.

The recent “Proud in the Cloud” event held last Saturday has come under scrutiny after St. Cloud’s city council incurred additional last-minute staffing costs, exceeding the originally approved budget.

Suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez posted a $1 million bond and left jail Thursday, three weeks after he was arrested in an illegal gambling case.

The trail is 10 feet wide, allowing for two-way pedestrian and bike traffic, and includes pedestrian safety upgrades.

These newest laws focus on issues like mentally ill defendants, public beach access, and land regulations for local developers, among others.

Osceola County officials say people can expect relief in a couple of years as the county plans to build more roads, funded by increased mobility fees paid by developers.

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.

On Monday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed 14 new bills into law, adding to the huge swathe of legislation approved this year.

The Kissimmee and St. Cloud Fire Departments have just been recognized among Florida’s top six pediatric emergency care providers.

A couple of large stretches of Florida’s Turnpike are slated to be fully closed down amid construction efforts on the highway this week, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.

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.

The wife of embattled former Osceola County Sheriff Marcoz Lopez was arrested on Monday morning by Homeland Security Investigations.