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Hit-and-run crash kills bicyclist in Seminole County; FHP locates suspect vehicle
Read full article: Hit-and-run crash kills bicyclist in Seminole County; FHP locates suspect vehicleFlorida Highway Patrol troopers are looking for the vehicle they say struck and killed a bicyclist in Seminole County.
71-year-old on e-bike dies after crash in Brevard County, FHP says
Read full article: 71-year-old on e-bike dies after crash in Brevard County, FHP saysA 71-year-old man on an e-bike was killed in a crash that shut down lanes on U.S. 1 in Brevard County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Passenger killed, driver arrested in Marion County crash, FHP says
Read full article: Passenger killed, driver arrested in Marion County crash, FHP saysAn Ocala man was killed and a Belleview woman was arrested in a single-vehicle crash in Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
School bus crash in Apopka leads to multiple hospitalizations, police say
Read full article: School bus crash in Apopka leads to multiple hospitalizations, police sayAn Orange County school bus was involved in a minor crash Friday morning in Apopka, prompting multiple hospitalizations as a precaution, according to police and the school district.
Man killed in crash with semi-truck near St. Cloud, FHP says; Nova Road shut down
Read full article: Man killed in crash with semi-truck near St. Cloud, FHP says; Nova Road shut downA 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.
How do you solve a problem like Osceola County’s traffic congestion? Meeting to discuss solutions
Read full article: How do you solve a problem like Osceola County’s traffic congestion? Meeting to discuss solutionsThe 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.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Multi-vehicle crash closes I-75 in Marion County, officials say
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Multi-vehicle crash closes I-75 in Marion County, officials sayA multi-vehicle crash involving 4 semitrucks and a Honda Civic has all northbound lanes of Interstate 75 shut down in Marion County on Wednesday evening, according to a news release.
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.
Lake County approved to buy land needed for major Britt Road repairs
Read full article: Lake County approved to buy land needed for major Britt Road repairsLake County commissioners voted 4-1 Tuesday to purchase two acres of land for $675,000, a crucial step toward repairing Britt Road, which has remained closed since Hurricane Milton caused significant damage nearly a year ago.
Bodycam video released months after crash where bystander was fatally struck during Orlando police pursuit
Read full article: Bodycam video released months after crash where bystander was fatally struck during Orlando police pursuitNews 6 has reviewed newly-released body camera footage from the night of a police pursuit in February, when a car and an Orlando police truck pursuing it struck a bystander on the sidewalk.
Trooper Steve on Patrol checks out new pedestrian crossing in Sanford
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol checks out new pedestrian crossing in SanfordNot too long ago, this area was a full-blown construction zone. We visited during the work to show you the mess, the lane closures and the challenges drivers and pedestrians faced while the upgrades were underway.
Osceola County emergency manager talks disaster preparedness on Trooper Steve on Patrol
Read full article: Osceola County emergency manager talks disaster preparedness on Trooper Steve on PatrolWe’ll break down exactly what the Office of Emergency Management does, from coordinating disaster response to helping residents prepare for the worst-case scenarios.
1 hospitalized in ‘pedestrian incident’ involving Orange County medical transport
Read full article: 1 hospitalized in ‘pedestrian incident’ involving Orange County medical transportA 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.
‘I thought you were racing me:’ Dash camera video shows driver pulled over for going 120mph
Read full article: ‘I thought you were racing me:’ Dash camera video shows driver pulled over for going 120mphDash camera video obtained by News 6 from the Florida Highway Patrol shows the moment a driver tells the trooper who pulled him over, “I thought you were racing me.”
Crosswalk safety: What to know as students head back to school in Central Florida
Read full article: Crosswalk safety: What to know as students head back to school in Central FloridaWhether you’re a parent dropping off your child, a driver heading to work or a student walking to school, crosswalk safety is everyone’s responsibility.
Drive on SR-46 in Sanford? Watch out for a lower speed limit in this stretch
Read full article: Drive on SR-46 in Sanford? Watch out for a lower speed limit in this stretchWork is underway to slow drivers down and make improvements for bikers and pedestrians in the stretch between Upsala Road and U.S. 17/92.
Meteorologist Michelle Morgan joins Trooper Steve on Patrol
Read full article: Meteorologist Michelle Morgan joins Trooper Steve on PatrolFrom unpredictable afternoon storms to the daily hustle of school drop-offs, there’s a lot to talk about and Michelle brings both insight and energy to the conversation.
Family pleads for justice after man in wheelchair killed in hit-and-run in Orange County
Read full article: Family pleads for justice after man in wheelchair killed in hit-and-run in Orange CountyA Central Florida family is heartbroken and calling for justice after a man in a wheelchair was hit and killed in a hit-and-run crash Sunday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Driver with learner’s permit among 2 more ‘super speeders’ arrested in Orange County, deputies say
Read full article: Driver with learner’s permit among 2 more ‘super speeders’ arrested in Orange County, deputies sayTwo more so-called “super speeders” are facing charges after they were pulled over and arrested by deputies in Orange County.
‘Critical step toward saving lives:’ Orange-Osceola state attorney addresses ‘Super Speeder’ crackdown
Read full article: ‘Critical step toward saving lives:’ Orange-Osceola state attorney addresses ‘Super Speeder’ crackdownOrange-Osceola State Attorney Monique Worrell updates law-enforcement efforts regarding Florida’s new “Super Speeder” law.
Man accused of vehicular homicide after bystander fatally struck during Orlando police pursuit
Read full article: Man accused of vehicular homicide after bystander fatally struck during Orlando police pursuitA man arrested in connection to the death of a pedestrian who was struck by a car and the Orlando police pickup truck pursuing it now appears to be charged with vehicular homicide, records show.
This Florida city has the worst traffic in the state, study says
Read full article: This Florida city has the worst traffic in the state, study saysConsumerAffairs has released a study this summer examining the worst cities in the nation for traffic — and it turns out that one of the top picks is right here in Florida.
Apopka city council discusses plans to widen Ocoee-Apopka Road amid traffic frustrations
Read full article: Apopka city council discusses plans to widen Ocoee-Apopka Road amid traffic frustrationsDrivers in Apopka say relief can’t come soon enough as the city moves forward with plans to widen Ocoee-Apopka Road, one of the region’s most congested corridors.
Just how many so-called ‘super speeders’ have been arrested since Florida’s new law took effect?
Read full article: Just how many so-called ‘super speeders’ have been arrested since Florida’s new law took effect?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.
Teen arrested after running from fiery fatal crash that shut down I-75 in Sumter County, troopers say
Read full article: Teen arrested after running from fiery fatal crash that shut down I-75 in Sumter County, troopers sayA 17-year-old boy was arrested after fleeing from a fiery fatal crash that shut down Interstate 75 in Sumter County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
84-year-old motorcyclist dies after driving off highway in Sumter County, troopers say
Read full article: 84-year-old motorcyclist dies after driving off highway in Sumter County, troopers sayAn 84-year-old Ohio man died in Sumter County after driving off the highway on a motorcycle and colliding with an embankment, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
Florida man killed in crash with concrete column on World Drive ramp in Osceola County
Read full article: Florida man killed in crash with concrete column on World Drive ramp in Osceola CountyA 52-year-old Lake Wales man was killed when his Audi crashed into a concrete column in Osceola County, the Florida Highway Patrol says.
Pedestrian struck, killed crossing SR-50 in Orange County crash, troopers say
Read full article: Pedestrian struck, killed crossing SR-50 in Orange County crash, troopers sayA pedestrian crossing State Road 50 in Orange County was struck and killed by a vehicle on Saturday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
SR-417 reopens in Seminole County amid death investigation, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: SR-417 reopens in Seminole County amid death investigation, sheriff’s office saysState Road 417 has reopened after a large law enforcement presence led to its partial closure Saturday afternoon over Lake Jesup in Seminole County, according to the sheriff’s office.
‘A tribute to a hero:’ Fallen Lake County deputy memorialized with highway dedication
Read full article: ‘A tribute to a hero:’ Fallen Lake County deputy memorialized with highway dedicationA year after Lake County Master Deputy Bradley Link was killed in the line of duty, a stretch of Highway 27 has been dedicated to him.
TRAFFIC ALERT: SR-44 shut down after crash in Lake County kills teen, injures 4, FHP says
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: SR-44 shut down after crash in Lake County kills teen, injures 4, FHP saysA crash on State Road 44 near DeLand killed a 17-year-old girl and left four other people with serious injuries, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Driver, passenger die in fiery crash on Merritt Island Causeway, troopers say
Read full article: Driver, passenger die in fiery crash on Merritt Island Causeway, troopers sayTwo people were killed when the SUV they were taking across the Merritt Island Causeway crashed and caught fire as they were trapped inside, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Trooper Steve on Patrol checks out new I-4 ramp at Daryl Carter Parkway
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol checks out new I-4 ramp at Daryl Carter ParkwayWhile the ramp is officially open for business, there’s a good chance many drivers don’t fully understand what it’s meant to do or how much of a difference it could make for local traffic patterns and congestion relief.
Can you change the color of your Florida license plate?
Read full article: Can you change the color of your Florida license plate?If you’ve scrolled through social media lately, chances are you’ve seen ads or videos showing off custom colored license plates, everything from matte black to chrome finishes.
Can you change the color of your Florida license plate?
Read full article: Can you change the color of your Florida license plate?If you’ve scrolled through social media lately, chances are you’ve seen ads or videos showing off custom colored license plates, everything from matte black to chrome finishes.
Lady Lake police issue 59 citations during ‘Operation Southern Slow Down’
Read full article: Lady Lake police issue 59 citations during ‘Operation Southern Slow Down’The Lady Lake Police Department says it issued 91 warnings and 59 citations during a weeklong traffic enforcement campaign that aims to reduce speed-related crashes.
Volusia County deputies ramp up patrols on dangerous roads following deadly crashes
Read full article: Volusia County deputies ramp up patrols on dangerous roads following deadly crashesDrivers along U.S. 17, State Road 11 and State Road 40 may have noticed an increased law-enforcement presence in recent weeks, and that’s no coincidence.
Law enforcement across Central Florida cracks down on pedestrian safety ahead of school year
Read full article: Law enforcement across Central Florida cracks down on pedestrian safety ahead of school yearLaw enforcement officers across Central Florida are teaming up for a crosswalk safety crackdown as most school districts are less than two weeks from students returning to class.
Trooper Steve on Patrol checks out Kissimmee police’s youth basketball camp
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol checks out Kissimmee police’s youth basketball campI’m proud to be streaming live from the Hoops with Heroes Basketball Youth Camp, an event powered by the Kissimmee Police Department that goes beyond the badge to build bridges through basketball.
Florida’s Turnpike reopens in Osceola County after tractor-trailer fire, FHP says
Read full article: Florida’s Turnpike reopens in Osceola County after tractor-trailer fire, FHP saysA 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 blinded by his own pepper-spray during fight with driver along I-95 in Brevard, FHP says
Read full article: Trooper blinded by his own pepper-spray during fight with driver along I-95 in Brevard, FHP saysAn FHP trooper was temporarily blinded during a fight with a driver along I-95 in Brevard County, officials say.
State Road 417 to phase out cash payments as part of a cashless toll transition
Read full article: State Road 417 to phase out cash payments as part of a cashless toll transitionThe move is part of a larger plan by the Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) to phase out cash toll collection entirely by the end of 2025.
New Florida law adds new requirement for teen drivers starting Aug. 1
Read full article: New Florida law adds new requirement for teen drivers starting Aug. 1Teens applying for their learner’s permits in Florida will have a new requirement to get that ID card starting Aug. 1. A law passed earlier this year requires first-time applicants under the age of 18 to complete a new six-hour Driver Education Traffic Safety course.
More traffic enforcement coming to these areas amid crash trend, Volusia Sheriff’s Office says
Read full article: More traffic enforcement coming to these areas amid crash trend, Volusia Sheriff’s Office saysResponding to what it called a recent trend of traffic crashes, the Volusia Sheriff’s Office says it’s increasing traffic enforcement in certain areas.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Fatal crash shuts down I-95 in Brevard County
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Fatal crash shuts down I-95 in Brevard CountyA crash in Brevard County killed a man, left a woman with serious injuries and forced the hourslong closure of all southbound lanes of Interstate 95, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Crews extinguish flames after 2 Universal Orlando buses catch fire
Read full article: Crews extinguish flames after 2 Universal Orlando buses catch fireCrews successfully put out a fire that affected two buses at Universal Orlando’s bus depot, a spokesperson with Orange County Fire Rescue confirmed to News 6.
Driver killed, passenger hurt when car rear-ends semi in Lake County, FHP says
Read full article: Driver killed, passenger hurt when car rear-ends semi in Lake County, FHP saysA 22-year-old man was killed and a 23-year-old woman suffered serious injuries when their sedan rear-ended a semi-truck on Florida’s Turnpike in Lake County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Longwood super speeder arrested, thinks he was being raced by trooper, FHP says
Read full article: Longwood super speeder arrested, thinks he was being raced by trooper, FHP saysA 25-year-old Longwood man had an unusual reaction after being stopped by a trooper on I-4 for allegedly driving 120 mph, according to an arrest report.
Orlando man dies after sideswiping box truck, hitting back of semi in Orange County, troopers say
Read full article: Orlando man dies after sideswiping box truck, hitting back of semi in Orange County, troopers sayA deadly crash shut down a stretch of Orange Blossom Trail near Consulate Drive in Orange County early Wednesday, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Can a dirt road be stormwater resilient? Windermere project aims to try
Read full article: Can a dirt road be stormwater resilient? Windermere project aims to tryWindermere is investing more than $1.4 million in a stormwater infrastructure project aimed at protecting two of its most flood-prone roads—Bessie Street and Butler Street —while preserving the rustic charm of its historic dirt streets.
Orange City to consider panhandling crackdown at meeting tonight
Read full article: Orange City to consider panhandling crackdown at meeting tonightAt a meeting on Tuesday night, council members will vote on a second reading of Ordinance 690, which bans solicitation in certain medians and intersections.
‘Haunt us for a long time:’ Brevard County hit-and-run victim returns home from hospital
Read full article: ‘Haunt us for a long time:’ Brevard County hit-and-run victim returns home from hospitalThe Florida Highway Patrol has its first break toward finding a driver troopers said ran over a woman taking a walk and didn't stop.
Orlando woman arrested after driving 113 mph to pick up dog, deputies say
Read full article: Orlando woman arrested after driving 113 mph to pick up dog, deputies sayAn Orlando woman, in hopes of picking up her dog, was arrested just before midnight after allegedly driving 113 mph down S.R. 417, an arrest report stated.
Bicyclist running stop sign killed in crash with pickup truck in DeLand, troopers say
Read full article: Bicyclist running stop sign killed in crash with pickup truck in DeLand, troopers sayTroopers said the bicyclist, who was traveling south on Euclid Avenue, ran a stop sign before swerving left into the path of a pickup truck.
20-year-old arrested after driving 155 mph on I-4 in Seminole County, troopers say
Read full article: 20-year-old arrested after driving 155 mph on I-4 in Seminole County, troopers sayA 20-year-old man was arrested and had his vehicle impounded after being accused of driving 155 mph on Interstate 4 in Seminole County early Sunday morning.
Driver killed in Orange County crash after car runs off ramp, troopers say
Read full article: Driver killed in Orange County crash after car runs off ramp, troopers sayAccording to an FHP crash report, a 24-year-old Lake Mary woman was killed in a crash after failing to negotiate a ramp’s curve while traveling above the posted speed limit.
70-year-old Ocala man killed when pickup truck runs red light, strikes car, FHP says
Read full article: 70-year-old Ocala man killed when pickup truck runs red light, strikes car, FHP saysFlorida troopers say a 70-year-old man was killed when a pickup truck ran a red light in Marion County and struck the vehicle in which he was a passenger.
Volusia County residents call for safety fixes on dangerous South Glencoe Road bend
Read full article: Volusia County residents call for safety fixes on dangerous South Glencoe Road bendResidents in the Samsula area of Volusia County say a sharp bend on South Glencoe Road is becoming increasingly dangerous as more drivers speed through the neighborhood.
Volusia County residents call for safety fixes on dangerous South Glencoe Road bend
Read full article: Volusia County residents call for safety fixes on dangerous South Glencoe Road bendResidents in the Samsula area of Volusia County say a sharp bend on South Glencoe Road is becoming increasingly dangerous as more drivers speed through the neighborhood.
Trooper Steve on Patrol highlights concerns about large trucks in Taft
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol highlights concerns about large trucks in TaftWhile attending a community event last evening, a few locals pulled me aside and brought up a concern: large trucks traveling through roads where they shouldn’t be.