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Man dies in medical emergency on SR-44 in Sumter County, FHP says
Read full article: Man dies in medical emergency on SR-44 in Sumter County, FHP saysA 62-year-old Lecanto man driving an SUV through Sumter County died after suffering a medical emergency on State Road 44, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Seminole County projects hope to ease Oviedo’s traffic growing pains
Read full article: Seminole County projects hope to ease Oviedo’s traffic growing painsAccording to the county, it’s likely construction on the final phase of the C.R. 419 project won’t begin for a while. It could take up to two years for the design, approvals, and bidding process alone.
Walt Disney World specialty plate raises $5M for Make-A-Wish
Read full article: Walt Disney World specialty plate raises $5M for Make-A-WishDisney and Make-A-Wish have teamed up for more than 45 years. Florida drivers can purchase the specialty license plate at any Florida DMV or local county tax collector’s office.
Community urges Lake County to prioritize Hartwood Marsh Road improvements
Read full article: Community urges Lake County to prioritize Hartwood Marsh Road improvementsResidents who live off of Hartwood Marsh Road have been waiting for the county to begin its road widening project from Highway 27 to Regency Hills Drive.
Florida trooper injured in crash with stolen vehicle on I-4; 2 arrested
Read full article: Florida trooper injured in crash with stolen vehicle on I-4; 2 arrestedA Florida Highway Patrol trooper was injured in a crash on Interstate 4 with a stolen vehicle reported out of Polk County, according to officials.
‘Safety risk:’ Taft Vineland may see lower speed limit pending commission vote
Read full article: ‘Safety risk:’ Taft Vineland may see lower speed limit pending commission voteOn Tuesday, during an Orange County Commission meeting they will take a vote on if they will approve a major change for some drivers that say it could make the road safer.
TRAFFIC ALERT: I-4 traffic shut down in Orange County after crash leaves 5 hospitalized
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: I-4 traffic shut down in Orange County after crash leaves 5 hospitalizedA section of Interstate 4 was shut down on Monday afternoon after a box truck rolled over on the highway, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Masked 16-year-old in stolen car hits 100 mph during I-4 chase, troopers say
Read full article: Masked 16-year-old in stolen car hits 100 mph during I-4 chase, troopers sayA high-speed chase involving a stolen vehicle ended with a crash into a building and the arrest of a masked 16-year-old, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
No injuries reported in possible road-rage shooting on Florida’s Turnpike, deputies say
Read full article: No injuries reported in possible road-rage shooting on Florida’s Turnpike, deputies sayA vehicle was struck twice in an apparent road-rage shooting on the Florida’s Turnpike on Saturday morning, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.
Motorcyclist dies after crashing into turning SUV in Polk County, FHP says
Read full article: Motorcyclist dies after crashing into turning SUV in Polk County, FHP saysA 24-year-old Lakeland man riding a motorcycle through Lakeland Highlands died after striking an SUV that had turned into his path, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Motorcyclist dies in crash on Turnpike in Orlando, troopers say
Read full article: Motorcyclist dies in crash on Turnpike in Orlando, troopers sayA 40-year-old Orlando man riding a motorcycle on the Turnpike lost control of the vehicle and was killed in a crash, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Florida state attorney warns drivers as road rage gun incidents rise in Central Florida
Read full article: Florida state attorney warns drivers as road rage gun incidents rise in Central FloridaAfter a string of road rage arrests in Central Florida where drivers were accused of pulling guns on others, Ninth Judicial Circuit State Attorney Monique Worrell is urging caution on the roads.
Woman arrested in Ocala hit-and-run crash that killed 76-year-old man
Read full article: Woman arrested in Ocala hit-and-run crash that killed 76-year-old manFlorida Highway Patrol troopers say they’ve arrested a woman accused of hitting and killing a man who was pushing a grocery cart across State Road 200 in Marion County earlier this week, and then fleeing the area.
‘Approximately 50 vehicles:’ I-75 reopens in Ocala after crashes shut down southbound lanes
Read full article: ‘Approximately 50 vehicles:’ I-75 reopens in Ocala after crashes shut down southbound lanesSouthbound lanes of Interstate 75 reopened in Marion County after being forced to close following multiple crashes near Ocala, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Everyone gets cited after SUV almost hits 2 boys at DeLand intersection, police say
Read full article: Everyone gets cited after SUV almost hits 2 boys at DeLand intersection, police sayTwo boys and the SUV driver who nearly struck them in DeLand have all been given citations in the incident, according to police.
Kissimmee driver shot at during I-95 road rage; suspect in custody, troopers say
Read full article: Kissimmee driver shot at during I-95 road rage; suspect in custody, troopers sayA Kissimmee man was not injured after being a victim of a road rage shooting on Interstate 95, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
What the honk?! Trooper Steve highlights crazy things seen on Central Florida roads
Read full article: What the honk?! Trooper Steve highlights crazy things seen on Central Florida roadsViewers have been sending in photos, clips and stories of the bizarre situations they’ve spotted while behind the wheel, and we’re dedicating today’s live stream to sharing them with you.
I-75 reopens in Marion County after dump truck strikes overpass, snarls traffic
Read full article: I-75 reopens in Marion County after dump truck strikes overpass, snarls trafficA dump truck struck an overpass, prompting the temporary closure of Interstate 75 in Marion County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Project to connect Poinciana Parkway to Florida Turnpike close to a final decision
Read full article: Project to connect Poinciana Parkway to Florida Turnpike close to a final decisionCentral Florida Expressway Authority’s Southport Connector project to connect Poinciana Parkway to the Florida Turnpike could soon be approved.
Lake County Commission unanimously approves Charlie Kirk road dedication
Read full article: Lake County Commission unanimously approves Charlie Kirk road dedicationLake County commissioners unanimously approved a memorial dedicated to Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist who was assassinated at a speaking event in Utah earlier this month.
Motorcyclist, 18, struck, killed by car after hitting deer in Flagler County
Read full article: Motorcyclist, 18, struck, killed by car after hitting deer in Flagler CountyThe 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.
Downtown Orlando gets new murals funded by federal grant
Read full article: Downtown Orlando gets new murals funded by federal grantSwans, oranges, and water lilies have appeared on walls around South of Downtown Orlando over the past week, as artists create three new murals funded by a federal grant awarded to six Main Street districts across the city.
20-year-old outside disabled pickup truck struck, killed on International Speedway Boulevard in Volusia County
Read full article: 20-year-old outside disabled pickup truck struck, killed on International Speedway Boulevard in Volusia CountyA 20-year-old man was struck and killed while standing outside of his disabled pickup truck on International Speedway Boulevard in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Lake County Schools to vote on adding school bus cameras to capture drivers illegally passing stopped buses
Read full article: Lake County Schools to vote on adding school bus cameras to capture drivers illegally passing stopped busesLake County Schools is set to move forward on a plan to use cameras to capture drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses.
‘I think it’s necessary:’ Orlando considers adding more red light cameras
Read full article: ‘I think it’s necessary:’ Orlando considers adding more red light camerasOrlando has 45 red light cameras at 25 intersections, covering less than 5% of the city’s intersections. City officials will discuss the possibility of adding 35 more cameras during a city council meeting.
‘It was scary:’ DeLand community calls for changes after 2 boys nearly hit at intersection
Read full article: ‘It was scary:’ DeLand community calls for changes after 2 boys nearly hit at intersectionA security camera captured a close call when a 12-year-old quickly pulled himself and a friend out of the path of a car that illegally entered their bike lane at a stop sign in DeLand on Thursday.
5-car crashes on Florida’s Turnpike ends with trooper in the hospital, FHP says
Read full article: 5-car crashes on Florida’s Turnpike ends with trooper in the hospital, FHP saysA five-vehicle series of crashes along Florida’s Turnpike on Friday evening in Orlando left a trooper and driver in the hospital, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
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.”
Pedestrian struck, killed on Colonial Drive in Christmas, FHP says
Read full article: Pedestrian struck, killed on Colonial Drive in Christmas, FHP saysA 32-year-old Panama City man walking across State Road 50 in Christmas was struck by a pickup truck and killed, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Open house to discuss proposed improvements to US-192 in Osceola County
Read full article: Open house to discuss proposed improvements to US-192 in Osceola CountyThe project would resurface a large section of U.S. 192 and improve traffic flow at the heavily-used Turnpike exit at Cross Prairie Parkway.
New AI cameras on Brevard school buses are online. How much fines for illegal passing will cost
Read full article: New AI cameras on Brevard school buses are online. How much fines for illegal passing will costBrevard County public school buses are now equipped with AI-powered cameras that capture drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. Starting Wednesday, those caught will receive a $225 ticket in the mail.
Fleeing burglary suspects were behind fatal car chase on I-95, Flagler sheriff says
Read full article: Fleeing burglary suspects were behind fatal car chase on I-95, Flagler sheriff saysThree 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.
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.
Trooper Steve on Patrol navigates construction at Oviedo Mall
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol navigates construction at Oviedo MallWhether you’re coming out for a quick errand, a family outing, or one of the many great events hosted at the mall, understanding the new layout will help avoid frustration and keep traffic moving smoothly.
Man, 68, killed when pickup truck rear-ends golf cart on SR-A1A in Brevard
Read full article: Man, 68, killed when pickup truck rear-ends golf cart on SR-A1A in BrevardTroopers say a 68-year-old Florida man was killed when his golf cart was struck from behind by a pickup on State Road A1A in Brevard County.
Crash kills Webster man riding motorcycle in Hernando County, troopers say
Read full article: Crash kills Webster man riding motorcycle in Hernando County, troopers sayA 42-year-old Webster man riding a motorcycle in Hernando County was killed in a crash with a turning SUV, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Motorcyclist injured, passenger killed in Orange County 2-vehicle crash, troopers say
Read full article: Motorcyclist injured, passenger killed in Orange County 2-vehicle crash, troopers sayA passenger on a motorcycle was killed in a two-vehicle crash in Orange County on Saturday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Kissimmee intersection with 68 collisions in one year gets new traffic signal
Read full article: Kissimmee intersection with 68 collisions in one year gets new traffic signalThe City of Kissimmee has been installing a traffic signal at the intersection of Ball Park Road and Dyer Boulevard as part of a $1 million traffic-improvement project intended to improve safety and traffic flow along one of North Kissimmee’s busiest corridors.
‘Come forward:’ FHP seeks info after Osceola County hit-and-run crash upends victim’s life
Read full article: ‘Come forward:’ FHP seeks info after Osceola County hit-and-run crash upends victim’s lifeThe Florida Highway Patrol is asking for the public’s help to identify a driver accused of hitting a motorcyclist in Osceola County and then leaving the scene.
Pickup driver killed in Brevard County rollover crash after speeding through red light, troopers say
Read full article: Pickup driver killed in Brevard County rollover crash after speeding through red light, troopers sayA 49-year-old Cocoa man driving a pickup truck was killed after speeding through a red light on U.S. Highway 1 in Brevard County and crashing into another car, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Major Lake County road could be renamed after Charlie Kirk, commissioner says
Read full article: Major Lake County road could be renamed after Charlie Kirk, commissioner saysA Lake County commissioner is now pushing for a major road to be renamed after slain conservative influencer Charlie Kirk after he was killed at a college event on Wednesday.
Trooper Steve, Orlando radio station XL 106.7 team up for special announcement
Read full article: Trooper Steve, Orlando radio station XL 106.7 team up for special announcementWhile I can’t give away all the details just yet, I can tell you that this one involves a surprise twist and a friendly competition that brings together two powerhouse voices in Central Florida.
City of Orlando files exception request with Florida for Pulse crosswalk
Read full article: City of Orlando files exception request with Florida for Pulse crosswalkThe city of Orlando has formally filed a request to exempt the Pulse crosswalk from a slew of traffic devices that the Florida Department of Transportation ordered to be removed.
Motorcyclist killed in 5-vehicle crash on Florida Turnpike in Orange County
Read full article: Motorcyclist killed in 5-vehicle crash on Florida Turnpike in Orange CountyAccording to the Florida Highway Patrol, the motorcyclist was traveling in the inside center lane when the tow truck, traveling in the center outside lane, changed lanes into the motorcycle’s lane.
Trooper Steve on Patrol highlights speed limits on SR-417 in construction zones
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol highlights speed limits on SR-417 in construction zonesWe’re driving down SR 417, right through one of the active construction zones. If this stretch looks familiar, it’s because we’ve visited here before. But one question keeps coming up: what is the actual speed limit here?
Convicted sexual predator arrested after driving pickup with lights, sirens on I-75 in Florida, troopers say
Read full article: Convicted sexual predator arrested after driving pickup with lights, sirens on I-75 in Florida, troopers sayA convicted sexual predator was arrested after Florida troopers caught him speeding in a pickup truck with sirens activated on Interstate 75, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Oviedo woman killed when SUV crashes into retention pond off SR-434 in Seminole County
Read full article: Oviedo woman killed when SUV crashes into retention pond off SR-434 in Seminole CountyA 25-year-old Oviedo woman was killed when her SUV crashed into a retention pond off Alafaya Trail, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
1 killed, 1 hurt when car goes airborne, strikes tree in Lake County, troopers say
Read full article: 1 killed, 1 hurt when car goes airborne, strikes tree in Lake County, troopers sayA man was killed and another suffered serious injuries in a single-vehicle crash in Lake County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Funds raised after vehicle crashes into 92-year-old veteran’s Florida home
Read full article: Funds raised after vehicle crashes into 92-year-old veteran’s Florida homeA 92-year-old Korean War veteran finds himself displaced after a vehicle crashed into his Marion County home, leaving the structure condemned.
Residents forced out of Altamonte Springs apartments over construction
Read full article: Residents forced out of Altamonte Springs apartments over constructionTenants in Buildings 3 and 6 at the Altamonte Terrace Apartments on Douglas Avenue received the letter from management on Wednesday afternoon, notifying them they must vacate by Friday at noon, after the city ordered construction work to be done.
VIDEO: Volusia sheriff stops reckless driver after high-speed chase on I-95
Read full article: VIDEO: Volusia sheriff stops reckless driver after high-speed chase on I-95According to a social media post, Christian Will Ottinot, 24, of Broward County, swerved through traffic, ran red lights, and hit 118 mph up and down I-95 after fleeing from Port Orange police on Wednesday morning.
Motorcyclist killed in wrong-way crash on US 1 in Ormond Beach, FHP says
Read full article: Motorcyclist killed in wrong-way crash on US 1 in Ormond Beach, FHP saysA 55-year-old man riding a motorcycle the wrong way on U.S. 1 in Ormond Beach was killed in a crash with a sedan, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Trooper Steve on Patrol checks out FDOT project in West Melbourne
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol checks out FDOT project in West MelbourneOne of the most recent upgrades can be found in West Melbourne, right along US-192 near I-95, where a repaving project has just wrapped up. But this wasn’t just a fresh layer of asphalt.
Free speech or ‘comandeering?’ Protesters at Pulse crosswalk carry on as DeSantis defends state’s actions
Read full article: Free speech or ‘comandeering?’ Protesters at Pulse crosswalk carry on as DeSantis defends state’s actionsAnother protester at the crosswalk near the Pulse nightclub site was detained by the Florida Highway Patrol Tuesday, but this time there was no arrest.
Free speech or ‘commandeering?’ Protesters at Pulse crosswalk carry on as DeSantis defends state’s actions
Read full article: Free speech or ‘commandeering?’ Protesters at Pulse crosswalk carry on as DeSantis defends state’s actionsAnother protester at the crosswalk near the Pulse nightclub site was detained by the Florida Highway Patrol Tuesday, but this time there was no arrest.
Delray Beach leaders fight for rainbow street mural during Florida hearing in Orange County
Read full article: Delray Beach leaders fight for rainbow street mural during Florida hearing in Orange CountyCity leaders from Delray Beach made the nearly 200-mile trip to Central Florida on Tuesday for a hearing with the Florida Department of Transportation over the agency’s request to remove a rainbow pride mural.
Pickup pulling camper overturns in crash with big rig on I-95 in Volusia County
Read full article: Pickup pulling camper overturns in crash with big rig on I-95 in Volusia CountyThe FHP says a pickup truck pulling a camper overturns in a crash with a tractor-trailer, blocking Interstate 95 in Volusia.