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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.
‘Help us get some closure:’ Family of deadly Tavares hit-and-run crash victim seeks answers
Read full article: ‘Help us get some closure:’ Family of deadly Tavares hit-and-run crash victim seeks answersA Marine veteran and father was killed Sunday night in a hit-and-run crash while riding his bicycle on Alfred Street just outside of downtown, Tavares according to police.
Public hearings set for proposed toll road connecting SR-417 to Sanford airport
Read full article: Public hearings set for proposed toll road connecting SR-417 to Sanford airportPublic meetings happening this week are one of the last steps in the process before the preferred route is presented to the Central Florida Expressway Authority Board in October.
Keep getting texts about unpaid tolls? Here’s what to know about the new E-ZPass scam
Read full article: Keep getting texts about unpaid tolls? Here’s what to know about the new E-ZPass scamAccording to Robokiller, Americans received 19.2 billion spam and scam texts in April 2025 alone — that comes out to about 63 spam texts for every person.
City addresses flooding at Eustis intersection amid SR 19 construction
Read full article: City addresses flooding at Eustis intersection amid SR 19 constructionAs the State Road 19 construction project continues in downtown Eustis, people are concerned about flooding at a busy intersection. Back in June, the intersection of Orange Avenue and Bay Street flooded. While this intersection has flooded in the past, some said they feel like the construction has made it worse.
Central Florida law enforcement cracks down on reckless speeding, driving in sting operation
Read full article: Central Florida law enforcement cracks down on reckless speeding, driving in sting operationVolusia County is joining law enforcement agencies across the Southeast United States for Operation Southern Slow Down, a crackdown on reckless drivers. They say a new law that lets them arrest "super speeders" will make that more efficient.
‘Game-changing:’ Rumors swirl about possible Orlando underground transit system
Read full article: ‘Game-changing:’ Rumors swirl about possible Orlando underground transit systemRumors of a high-tech “Loop” transit system in Orlando’s International Drive Resort Area are picking up speed, sparked by buzz around a possible partnership between Universal and Elon Musk’s The Boring Company
71-year-old motorcyclist killed after striking guardrail in Brevard County, troopers say
Read full article: 71-year-old motorcyclist killed after striking guardrail in Brevard County, troopers sayA 71-year-old Sebastian man was killed after his motorcycle struck a guardrail in Brevard County on Saturday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Will Orlando get an underground transit system? Here’s what we know
Read full article: Will Orlando get an underground transit system? Here’s what we knowRumors have been circulating that Universal and Elon Musk's The Boring Company may be in talks to bring a "Loop" to the International Drive Resort Area.
Belle Isle Police Department’s marine unit shares boating safety tips, more
Read full article: Belle Isle Police Department’s marine unit shares boating safety tips, moreWhether you’re a lifelong boater or trying it for the first time this summer, there are simple steps you can take to stay safe and make sure everyone has a good time.
Convicted felon arrested after high-speed chase, crash on I-95 in Brevard County, troopers say
Read full article: Convicted felon arrested after high-speed chase, crash on I-95 in Brevard County, troopers sayA man was arrested after a high-speed chase on Interstate 95 ended in a crash and a slew of charges in Brevard County.
How drivers, pedestrians can communicate better at intersections
Read full article: How drivers, pedestrians can communicate better at intersectionsOn today’s Trooper Steve on Patrol live stream, I want to dive into this everyday dance between drivers and pedestrians and talk about something we don’t focus on enough: communication.
77-year-old man struck, killed on I-95 in Florida while trying to save a turtle
Read full article: 77-year-old man struck, killed on I-95 in Florida while trying to save a turtleThe Florida Highway Patrol announced that a 77-year-old man from Vermont was struck and killed while attempting to save a turtle crossing I-95.
Eustis man arrested after hit-and-run crash kills bicyclist on Orange Blossom Trail, troopers say
Read full article: Eustis man arrested after hit-and-run crash kills bicyclist on Orange Blossom Trail, troopers sayFlorida troopers say a man was struck and killed in a hit-and-run crash on Orange Blossom Trail in Orlando.
Woman dies after exiting SUV still in motion, crashing in Flagler County
Read full article: Woman dies after exiting SUV still in motion, crashing in Flagler CountyA Palm Coast woman was killed in a single-vehicle crash during which she partially exited an SUV before it struck a dumpster, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Charter bus fire along I-95 snarled traffic in Volusia County
Read full article: Charter bus fire along I-95 snarled traffic in Volusia CountyA fiery sight on I-95 Saturday when a charter bus caught fire in Volusia County. Troopers say the driver, a 75-year-old man from South Carolina, and all of the passengers were able to get off safely.
Man accused of DUI in Brevard County crash that might cost victim his leg, troopers say
Read full article: Man accused of DUI in Brevard County crash that might cost victim his leg, troopers sayA man arrested on Interstate 95 in Brevard County is accused of driving under the influence in a crash that hurt several other people, one of whom may need to have his leg amputated, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
This is the deadliest area of Florida for car crashes, data reveals
Read full article: This is the deadliest area of Florida for car crashes, data revealsWith 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.
Florida driver nabbed just 2 minutes after ‘Super Speeder’ law took effect
Read full article: Florida driver nabbed just 2 minutes after ‘Super Speeder’ law took effectA driver in Orange County was caught driving over 100 mph on Tuesday — just two minutes after a “Super Speeder” state law took effect, according to the sheriff’s office.
Edgewater Drive redesign for Orlando’s College Park ditches bike lane, widens sidewalks
Read full article: Edgewater Drive redesign for Orlando’s College Park ditches bike lane, widens sidewalksA project that has been 18 years in the making will change the landscape of one of Central Florida’s oldest communities. Edgewater Drive runs right through the heart of College Park and is being redesigned from Lakeview Street on the south end to Par Street, more than a mile and a half to the north.
Orlando man arrested for alleged involvement in 2022 fatal crash, deputies say
Read full article: Orlando man arrested for alleged involvement in 2022 fatal crash, deputies sayThe Orange County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a 22-year-old Orlando man for his alleged involvement in a two-vehicle fatal crash that caused the death of two people in 2022, officials said.
Avoiding a traffic control device: A costly mistake you might not even realize you’re making
Read full article: Avoiding a traffic control device: A costly mistake you might not even realize you’re makingHere’s the thing — every single sign, signal, or marking on the road that tells you to stop, go, turn, yield or slow down is a traffic control device.
SUV passenger killed in Ormond Beach crash on I-95, lane closures reported
Read full article: SUV passenger killed in Ormond Beach crash on I-95, lane closures reportedA passenger in an SUV was killed in a crash with a box truck in Ormond Beach on Monday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Where should your hands REALLY go on the steering wheel? And it’s not ‘10 and 2′
Read full article: Where should your hands REALLY go on the steering wheel? And it’s not ‘10 and 2′Putting your hands at “10 and 2” might not be the safest position in modern vehicles — and there’s a very good reason why.
Seminole County to replace bus routes with ‘SCOUT’ micro-transit service this fall
Read full article: Seminole County to replace bus routes with ‘SCOUT’ micro-transit service this fallThis October, you may be requesting a rideshare instead of waiting for a bus in Seminole County. On Thursday, the county shared details on social media about its new on-demand transportation service.
‘Traffic around here is horrendous:’ Speeding concerns persist on Oak Ridge Road
Read full article: ‘Traffic around here is horrendous:’ Speeding concerns persist on Oak Ridge RoadTwo months after a 16-year-old Oak Ridge High School student was struck and killed while trying to cross Oak Ridge Road, the commissioner who represents the area said she is still working to address concerns about speeding.
Osceola County hopes new higher mobility fees will pave the way to less congestion
Read full article: Osceola County hopes new higher mobility fees will pave the way to less congestionOsceola 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.
Full closures scheduled along Florida’s Turnpike this week. Here’s where, when
Read full article: Full closures scheduled along Florida’s Turnpike this week. Here’s where, whenA 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.
What the honk! Trooper Steve calls out bad driving in Central Florida
Read full article: What the honk! Trooper Steve calls out bad driving in Central FloridaToday on Trooper Steve on Patrol, we’ll feature some of the questionable photos you’ve submitted. I’ll walk through what’s happening in each one, talk about why it’s a problem, and how we can all do better behind the wheel.
Driver turns himself in after crash that killed bicyclist in Orange County, FHP says
Read full article: Driver turns himself in after crash that killed bicyclist in Orange County, FHP saysA 45-year-old Orlando man riding a bicycle in Orange County was struck by a van and later died, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
2 accused of street racing in Orange County crash that killed woman, FHP says
Read full article: 2 accused of street racing in Orange County crash that killed woman, FHP saysTwo men have been arrested in connection to a 2023 Orange County street-racing crash that caused a woman’s death, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Meet Stephanie Rodriguez, your Osceola County community correspondent
Read full article: Meet Stephanie Rodriguez, your Osceola County community correspondentWe’ll be hitting the road and having a conversation about what drives Stephanie's passion for storytelling, what makes Osceola County unique, and why community connection matters in the work we do every day.