Drunk teen runs over, kills 2-year-old boy riding tricycle in Lake County neighborhood, police say
A 19-year-old has been charged with DUI manslaughter after he drunkenly ran over a 2-year-old boy riding a tricycle outside his home in Tavares on Labor Day, according to the Tavares Police Department.
Lake County deputy Stefano Gargano released from hospital, month after 'ambush' shooting
Lake County Sheriff's deputy Stefano Gargano has been released from the hospital and is back home with family, FOX 35 has learned.
Florida deputy shot during Lake County ambush back home with family: 'Very thankful'
Lake County Deputy Stefano Gargano was all smiles as he was released from the hospital on Monday – one month after he and other deputies were shot in an “ambush" attack at a home in Eustis.
No arraignment Tuesday for Lake County ambush suspect
A spokesperson for the Lake County court has confirmed to FOX 35 that an arraignment for Julie Sulpizio will not be held on Tuesday. It remains unclear at this time when Sulpizio's next court hearing will be.
66-year-old woman killed in late-night crash on Turnpike in Lake County, troopers say
A 66-year-old woman was killed in a late-night crash on the Turnpike in Lake County on Saturday, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
Jamaria Sessions' father arrested in 9-year-old Florida girl's death, deputies say
The father of 9-year-old Jamaria Sessions has been arrested in connection to his daughter's death, the Lake County Sheriff's Office announced Friday.
Lake County sexual assault case may be related to separate kidnapping, deputies say
Women living near Okahumpka are on edge after investigators have revealed a sexual assault case may be connected to a kidnapping case in the same area.
Leesburg murder suspect accused of killing store clerk will not face death penalty
The man accused of killing a Leesburg, Florida, store clerk during a robbery earlier this year will not face the death penalty.
Florida woman accused of killing 9-year-old girl directed Rottweiler to attack her: 'I'm fixin' to kill her'
Tyshael Martin, of Florida, has been arrested for allegedly killing her boyfriend's 9-year-old daughter, Jamaria Sessions, according to deputies.
Deputies search for 2 men who allegedly kidnapped, beat, choked Okahumpka woman
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is actively searching for two men accused of kidnapping and attempting to murder a 39-year-old woman in Okahumpka. The sheriff’s office hopes some residents of the small town of around 220 people may have tips to help identify the suspects.
Leesburg murder suspect's girlfriend surrenders after aiding fugitive boyfriend who killed store clerk: police
Kaili Dupius, who is accused of helping her boyfriend evade police after he allegedly killed a store clerk in Leesburg, has turned herself into the Lake County Jail, officials said.
Firefighters having to carry residents after broken elevator leaves some retirees stranded for weeks
Residents of a retirement community in Clermont have been unable to use their elevator for nearly two months, leaving many stranded in their homes.
Leesburg murder suspect's mom, sister & girlfriend charged in convenience store shooting case: police
Family members of the 25-year-old man who allegedly robbed and killed a Leesburg convenience store owner in May have been accused of helping the suspect hide from law enforcement for about a month before his capture.
Florida woman accused of skip-scanning at Walmart said theft was a 'misunderstanding'
A woman who was arrested for skip-scanning items at a Walmart in Clermont said the theft was a “misunderstanding,” according to an arrest affidavit from the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
Florida Primary 2024 Election Results: Lake County
Here are the Florida Primary results in Lake County, Aug. 20, 2024.
Florida woman indicted in deadly ambush of 3 Lake County sheriff's deputies
A Florida woman accused in the deadly ambush of three Lake County sheriff’s deputies has been indicted by a grand jury on charges of first-degree premeditated murder of a law enforcement officer.
Lake County Publix sells winning lottery ticket worth over $103K
A winning lottery ticket worth more than $103,000 was sold at a Publix in Lake County.
Lake Minneola High honors alum, fallen LCSO Master Deputy Bradley Link at football season opener
It was a juxtaposition of emotions for the first Friday night lights of the season in Lake County, Florida, as the Lake Minneola High School community came together for the first home football game of the year.
Lake Minneola football to honor alum, fallen LCSO Master Deputy Bradley Link at season opener
The Lake Minneola Hawks will honor fallen Lake County Sheriff's Office Master Deputy Bradley Link at their first football game of the season on Friday night.
Lake County community honors fallen deputy with Running 4 Heroes memorial run
A special event was held Wednesday night to honor Master Deputy Bradley Link, a Lake County sheriff's deputy who was killed in the line of duty earlier this month.