Trooper Steve on Patrol: Why parking lot safety matters more than you think
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: Why parking lot safety matters more than you thinkTrooper Steve on Patrol took a closer look at parking lot safety, focusing not only on vehicle crashes but also on personal safety.
Sinkhole that closed Maitland road is filled, still needs paving before reopening
Read full article: Sinkhole that closed Maitland road is filled, still needs paving before reopeningWymore Road is a step closer to reopening after a large sinkhole opened earlier this month. Crews are testing to make sure the filled hole is compact enough to support a new roadway now.
Pedestrian fatally struck by pickup truck at Volusia County intersection, FHP says
Read full article: Pedestrian fatally struck by pickup truck at Volusia County intersection, FHP saysThe crash happened around 11 p.m. Tuesday at the intersection of International Speedway Boulevard and Kepler Road.
Downtown Orlando drivers concerned over proposed two-way street conversions
Read full article: Downtown Orlando drivers concerned over proposed two-way street conversionsCity leaders in downtown Orlando are considering major roadway changes that could convert several one-way streets into two-way roads as part of a broader redevelopment effort aimed at improving walkability and accessibility downtown.
Trooper Steve on Patrol visits Apopka for Memorial Day remembrance
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol visits Apopka for Memorial Day remembranceTrooper Steve on Patrol stopped by the city’s Memorial Day service to take in the powerful ceremony and speak with some of the people who continue working to make sure those sacrifices are never forgotten.
Toddler dies in Casselberry incident involving vehicle, police say
Read full article: Toddler dies in Casselberry incident involving vehicle, police sayA 14-month-old child died after possibly falling from and/or being run over by a vehicle operated by a parent in a Casselberry neighborhood, police said.
Motorcyclist dies after crash on Maricamp Road in Marion County, FHP says
Read full article: Motorcyclist dies after crash on Maricamp Road in Marion County, FHP saysA 68-year-old Ocala man died after his motorcycle overturned on Maricamp Road near Locust Place on Friday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Daytona Beach OKs Avalon Park development, but residents raise traffic concerns
Read full article: Daytona Beach OKs Avalon Park development, but residents raise traffic concernsMore than 8,800 homes are coming to a new "city within a city" in Daytona Beach. The city of Daytona Beach approved plans for an Avalon Park Daytona. Developers say they have plans to deal with the infrastructure woes this community could cause.
After son died on e-bike in Lake Nona, grieving mother plans call for change
Read full article: After son died on e-bike in Lake Nona, grieving mother plans call for changeSince Dec. 1, 41 incidents involving e-bikes and scooters have resulted in injuries in Orange County. For one Lake Nona mother, whose teenage son was struck and killed while riding his e-bike on Mother's Day, something needs to change. What Orange County leaders are considering.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: Riding Along with Titusville Police Department’s Traffic Unit during Click It or Ticket
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: Riding Along with Titusville Police Department’s Traffic Unit during Click It or TicketThis week during Florida’s Click It or Ticket campaign, I got the chance to head out to the Space Coast and spend some time with the traffic unit at the Titusville Police Department.
Osceola County intersection improvement costs nearly $1M after years of delays
Read full article: Osceola County intersection improvement costs nearly $1M after years of delaysA long-awaited project aims to improve safety and traffic flow along one of Osceola County’s most congested corridors, but years of delays have come with a steep price.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: Click It or Ticket isn’t just a slogan — it’s about saving lives
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: Click It or Ticket isn’t just a slogan — it’s about saving livesIt’s Click It or Ticket week across Florida, and Trooper Steve on Patrol turned Results-1 into a real-world demonstration vehicle to explain exactly why restraints matter so much.
Semi-truck strikes guardrail, scatters debris across SR-417 in Orange County, troopers say
Read full article: Semi-truck strikes guardrail, scatters debris across SR-417 in Orange County, troopers sayAccording to FHP, the initial crash involved a single semi-truck that, for reasons still unknown, left the roadway and hit a guardrail.
Driver sought in deadly hit-and-run crash involving pedestrian on John Young Parkway in Orlando, FHP says
Read full article: Driver sought in deadly hit-and-run crash involving pedestrian on John Young Parkway in Orlando, FHP saysThe suspect vehicle is described as a 2024-2025 dark gray Kia K5. The suspect driver is described as a dark-skinned adult male.
Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash in Apopka, troopers say
Read full article: Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash in Apopka, troopers sayAccording to an FHP report, an unknown vehicle was traveling south on Marvin C. Zanders Avenue when it struck a pedestrian who was “possibly laying in the southbound travel lane”, north of West 17th Street.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: Click It or Ticket week focuses on seat belt, car seat safety
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: Click It or Ticket week focuses on seat belt, car seat safetyThis week is all about vehicle restraints as law enforcement agencies across Florida ramp up enforcement for the national Click It or Ticket campaign.
Large sinkhole in Maitland still unstable, as road remains closed
Read full article: Large sinkhole in Maitland still unstable, as road remains closedCrews with Orange County Public works pumped more than 20,000 gallons of water into a large sinkhole in an unsuccessful attempt to determine if the sinkhole has stabilized.
Pedestrian killed in early morning crash in Christmas, troopers say
Read full article: Pedestrian killed in early morning crash in Christmas, troopers sayA pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash early Saturday in a wooded area in Christmas, and troopers are looking for the driver, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Bicyclist killed in Orange County crash near Orange Blossom Trail, FHP says
Read full article: Bicyclist killed in Orange County crash near Orange Blossom Trail, FHP saysA bicyclist died after a sport utility vehicle hit him Thursday night near Shader Road and Orange Blossom Trail in Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Woman accused in fatal I-4 hit-and-run arraignment delayed over new evidence
Read full article: Woman accused in fatal I-4 hit-and-run arraignment delayed over new evidenceA woman accused of causing a triple-fatal hit-and-run crash on Interstate 4 had her arraignment postponed Thursday after prosecutors revealed new evidence had emerged in the case.
Hot cars, deadly consequences: Orange County agencies team up to protect pets this summer
Read full article: Hot cars, deadly consequences: Orange County agencies team up to protect pets this summerWith summer heat arriving in Central Florida, local agencies are reminding the community just how dangerous a parked vehicle can become for pets, even in a matter of minutes.
Massive potential development in Winter Garden sparks traffic concerns
Read full article: Massive potential development in Winter Garden sparks traffic concernsThere are more than 300 acres of untouched space in Winter Garden that developers want to get their hands on. It would be off Williams Road and feature over 600 homes, a bed and breakfast, a park, retail space, and a whole lot more.
Street racing charge dropped against man who accused Orlando police of brutality
Read full article: Street racing charge dropped against man who accused Orlando police of brutalityRodney Davis, the Marion County man who accused Orlando police of brutality after an incident during Florida Classic Weekend, is no longer facing street racing charges. Davis and his attorney, Rajan Joshi, told News 6 on Wednesday that a charge of operating a vehicle during a street takeover was dropped.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: Meet the Central Florida battery company powering the world
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: Meet the Central Florida battery company powering the worldWhat many may not realize is that Battery Tender isn’t just the name of a product; it’s the company itself, and its headquarters are right here in Central Florida.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: The Salvation Army’s mission in Central Florida never stops
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: The Salvation Army’s mission in Central Florida never stopsEvery single day, the Salvation Army is helping families find food, shelter, support, and stability during some of the hardest moments of their lives.
Man punches trooper during I-95 traffic stop in Brevard County, Florida Highway Patrol says
Read full article: Man punches trooper during I-95 traffic stop in Brevard County, Florida Highway Patrol saysWhen a trooper pulled a van over, all seven occupants bailed out of the passenger side and fled west into the nearby woods. The trooper made contact with one of the men — later identified as Luis Angel Gomez Lopez.
Oviedo police push e-bike safety ahead of summer break
Read full article: Oviedo police push e-bike safety ahead of summer breakWith summer break approaching, the Oviedo Police Department is taking a proactive stance on e-bike safety — and they want kids and parents to know the rules before someone gets hurt.
Teen takeover turns annual Orange County family event chaotic
Read full article: Teen takeover turns annual Orange County family event chaoticAn annual Orange County community event meant to bring families together turned chaotic Saturday after what organizers described as a “teen takeover” promoted on social media.
New Orange County study shows nearly 1,000 crashes at stretch of Hiawassee Road intersections
Read full article: New Orange County study shows nearly 1,000 crashes at stretch of Hiawassee Road intersectionsThe report finds 981 intersection crashes from 2019-2024, including 465 at Hiawassee and Silver Star.
Speeders in Titusville school zones to be fined $100 come Monday
Read full article: Speeders in Titusville school zones to be fined $100 come MondayIn Titusville, a 60-day warning period for those speeding in a school zone during school hours is coming to an end next week. Police have been using cameras to catch drivers with a heavy foot.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: Turkey Lake’s new ramp is a game changer
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: Turkey Lake’s new ramp is a game changerWe’re taking a drive through an area that used to make just about every trooper cringe when a crash call came out, Sand Lake Road and Turkey Lake Road.
Neighbors push for safety changes at Orlando intersection after traffic study camera appears
Read full article: Neighbors push for safety changes at Orlando intersection after traffic study camera appearsNeighbors say speeding drivers and cut-through traffic have made the area dangerous for pedestrians, especially families and children walking to nearby schools.
New data shows Silver Star and Hiawassee among Pine Hills crash hotspots
Read full article: New data shows Silver Star and Hiawassee among Pine Hills crash hotspotsNeighbors met to call for roadway and pedestrian improvements after an Orange County study detailed crash trends on Silver Star Road and Hiawassee Road.
Apopka police search for driver in hit-and-run that left man critically injured
Read full article: Apopka police search for driver in hit-and-run that left man critically injuredPolice in Apopka are searching for a hit-and-run driver after a 43-year-old man was critically injured while crossing Orange Blossom Trail.
Video shows Orange County deputy running driver off road near Walt Disney World
Read full article: Video shows Orange County deputy running driver off road near Walt Disney WorldOn Tuesday, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office told News 6 that this incident is under review by its Professional Standards Division.
‘They use it like a raceway:’ DeBary residents demand safer streets
Read full article: ‘They use it like a raceway:’ DeBary residents demand safer streetsResidents along Azalea Drive in DeBary are calling for safety improvements, saying ongoing speeding and reckless driving have made the roadway increasingly dangerous for both drivers and pedestrians.
Florida governor accelerates I-95 interchange upgrade in Ormond Beach
Read full article: Florida governor accelerates I-95 interchange upgrade in Ormond BeachFlorida’s governor visited Volusia County on Thursday to announce a major upgrade to a long-awaited interchange project — and revealed construction will begin years ahead of schedule.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: The little things behind the wheel that make a big difference
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: The little things behind the wheel that make a big differenceWe’re keeping it simple — but don’t let that fool you. Sometimes it’s the smallest things behind the wheel that matter the most. From seatbelts to sticker placement, a quick refresher that could save you more than just a ticket.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: Paws for Peace Walk marks 15 years of hope, healing, and community
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: Paws for Peace Walk marks 15 years of hope, healing, and communityAt Harbor House of Central Florida, family members have a safe place to go, right alongside their pets.
1 dead after crash involving semi on I-95 in Melbourne, FHP says
Read full article: 1 dead after crash involving semi on I-95 in Melbourne, FHP saysThe crash occurred around 6 a.m. near mile marker 191 in Melbourne. A roadblock is in place, and northbound traffic is being directed to the Wickham Road exit.
Fatal crash involving semi shuts down I-95 northbound in Melbourne, FHP says
Read full article: Fatal crash involving semi shuts down I-95 northbound in Melbourne, FHP saysThe crash occurred around 6 a.m. near mile marker 191 in Melbourne. A roadblock is in place, and northbound traffic is being directed to the Wickham Road exit.
Orlando Leu Gardens plan draws pushback over park changes
Read full article: Orlando Leu Gardens plan draws pushback over park changesA proposed master plan to modernize Orlando's Leu Gardens is facing opposition from nearby residents concerned about increased traffic, noise, and commercial activity. The plan includes a new visitor center, lakefront dining and retail, an outdoor pavilion, a children's garden, and expanded parking. Some neighbors fear these changes will alter the garden's peaceful character and shift its focus away from horticulture toward profit-driven activities. The plan remains conceptual, with public feedback being sought at a community meeting before any final decisions are made.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Rollover crash shuts down I-4 westbound in downtown Orlando, police say
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Rollover crash shuts down I-4 westbound in downtown Orlando, police sayThe crash happened near mile marker 83, not far from the Colonial Drive exit. Firefighters said two people were taken to the hospital with serious injuries.
Here’s how Florida ‘Super Speeder’ cases are resolved after arrests
Read full article: Here’s how Florida ‘Super Speeder’ cases are resolved after arrestsNearly 10 months after Florida’s “Super Speeder” law took effect, court records reviewed by News 6 show outcomes for accused drivers have ranged from additional jail time and fines to at least one jury acquittal.
No charges filed against 6 arrested for chalking Pulse memorial crosswalk, state attorney says
Read full article: No charges filed against 6 arrested for chalking Pulse memorial crosswalk, state attorney saysEarlier this month, News 6 reported that the defense attorney representing two people who were arrested for covering the crosswalk outside Pulse in chalk has yet to learn whether his clients will face formal charges.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Eastbound SR-436 reopens after crash involving pedestrian in Altamonte Springs, police say
Read full article: TRAFFIC ALERT: Eastbound SR-436 reopens after crash involving pedestrian in Altamonte Springs, police sayOfficers responded to the scene of the crash at Westmonte Drive and State Road 436 near the Chick-fil-A.
Pine Hills Road sewer project nears finish as resurfacing set to begin
Read full article: Pine Hills Road sewer project nears finish as resurfacing set to beginOrange County’s septic-to-sewer work on Pine Hills Road is entering its final stage, with resurfacing expected to last about three weeks, though additional roadway improvements remain underway.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: Valencia College honors 10 fallen officers who once trained in its halls
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: Valencia College honors 10 fallen officers who once trained in its hallsThe Valencia College Criminal Justice Training Center hosted its own memorial service, honoring former recruits who trained in their program and later lost their lives in the line of duty. Over the years, 10 of their own have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving right here in our
Chaos erupts on I-4 after erratic Central Florida driver smashes guardrail
Read full article: Chaos erupts on I-4 after erratic Central Florida driver smashes guardrailAccording to witnesses, the driver lost his front wheel before taking off, though he eventually drove through a construction barricade and got stuck in sand.
Family says Florida hit-and-run victim was a devoted father, demands justice amid ex-baseball player’s arrest
Read full article: Family says Florida hit-and-run victim was a devoted father, demands justice amid ex-baseball player’s arrestLoved ones of a truck driver killed in a chain-reaction crash on Interstate 75 earlier this week are grieving his loss and calling for justice following the arrest of an 18-year-old former minor league baseball player.
Minor league ballplayer from Cocoa arrested in fatal hit-and-run crash in Manatee County
Read full article: Minor league ballplayer from Cocoa arrested in fatal hit-and-run crash in Manatee CountyA former Atlanta Braves minor league baseball player from Cocoa is accused of causing a fatal crash on I-75 in Manatee County and fleeing the area. Jonathan Matos Morales, 18, was arrested Tuesday.
Dangerous Orange County intersection prompts urgent calls for safety fixes
Read full article: Dangerous Orange County intersection prompts urgent calls for safety fixesA viewer tip about a potentially dangerous intersection in Orlando’s Washington Park neighborhood has led to new action from Orange County officials — but also highlights ongoing confusion over who is responsible for the area.
Weeks-long road closure ahead as Apopka tackles expanding street collapse
Read full article: Weeks-long road closure ahead as Apopka tackles expanding street collapseApopka is spending $700,000 to repair a widening collapse on Wolf Creek Court, where residents say years of sinking ground could be getting worse.
Waymo expands driverless ride-hailing to all Orlando riders
Read full article: Waymo expands driverless ride-hailing to all Orlando ridersThe rollout marks a significant milestone for Central Florida, where driverless vehicles are now operating on public roads covering 60 square miles, including downtown Orlando and the tourism district.
Neighbors weigh in on 408 roadwork projects near Camping World Stadium
Read full article: Neighbors weigh in on 408 roadwork projects near Camping World StadiumThe Central Florida Expressway Authority is launching a major project to widen State Road 408 near Camping World Stadium, aiming to ease traffic congestion by adding an eastbound lane and reworking ramps around the Tampa Avenue interchange.
Suspected hit-and-run driver arrested after woman killed crossing US-27 in Leesburg, police say
Read full article: Suspected hit-and-run driver arrested after woman killed crossing US-27 in Leesburg, police sayAccording to Leesburg police, the woman was crossing U.S. 27 when she was hit by a gray Hyundai sedan that was traveling northbound on the highway.
Woman carrying infant fatally struck on SR-46 in Seminole County, FHP says
Read full article: Woman carrying infant fatally struck on SR-46 in Seminole County, FHP saysAccording to FHP, the woman was walking westbound in the westbound travel lane, carrying a car seat with an infant, when a pickup truck also traveling westbound struck her from behind.
Fight over toll road through Split Oak Forest continues as activists keep voicing concerns
Read full article: Fight over toll road through Split Oak Forest continues as activists keep voicing concernsOpponents of the proposed State Road 534 toll that would go through a part of Split Oak Forest are continuing to discuss their opposition to the project.
3-year-old struck, killed by reversing pickup truck in Ocala driveway, deputies say
Read full article: 3-year-old struck, killed by reversing pickup truck in Ocala driveway, deputies sayAccording to FHP, a pickup truck was backing out of the driveway when it struck the child, who was standing behind the vehicle.
Drivers spend nearly $600 a year in traffic, report ranks Orlando among nation’s worst
Read full article: Drivers spend nearly $600 a year in traffic, report ranks Orlando among nation’s worstA new INRIX report shows Orlando traffic is worsening, with major I-4 congestion continuing even as FDOT’s multibillion-dollar overhaul targets completion in 2031.
Florida truck safety crackdown pulls 176 drivers out of service
Read full article: Florida truck safety crackdown pulls 176 drivers out of serviceThe multi-agency operation led to dozens of arrests and immigration-related detentions while spotlighting dangerous equipment and licensing issues on Florida highways.
‘Young hoodlums:’ Gang of boys caught playing ‘real-life Frogger’ at Central Florida park
Read full article: ‘Young hoodlums:’ Gang of boys caught playing ‘real-life Frogger’ at Central Florida parkThe Flagler County Sheriff’s Office took to social media on Wednesday after a gang of 'young hoodlums' was caught engaging in mischief at a local park last week.
‘DAMN, BRO:’ Super Speeder caught street racing at 100mph in Ocoee, police say
Read full article: ‘DAMN, BRO:’ Super Speeder caught street racing at 100mph in Ocoee, police sayA driver was caught driving at 100mph last month, resulting in a charge under Florida’s “Super Speeder” law, according to the Ocoee Police Department.
Apopka man accused of reckless driving in crash that injured a motorcyclist in Hillsborough County
Read full article: Apopka man accused of reckless driving in crash that injured a motorcyclist in Hillsborough CountyAn Apopka man was arrested in Hillsborough County after allegedly driving recklessly and causing a crash with a motorcycle on I-4. Preston Nascimento, 22, was arrested on Saturday night on I-4 in the Plant City area.