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Flagler County man, 81, dies after car strikes him while crossing the road: FHP
Read full article: Flagler County man, 81, dies after car strikes him while crossing the road: FHPA Palm Coast man, 81, died Saturday morning after he was hit by a vehicle while walking across the street, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
Frankie Muniz's 1st race since landing full-time NASCAR ride spoiled by truck's mechanical problems
Read full article: Frankie Muniz's 1st race since landing full-time NASCAR ride spoiled by truck's mechanical problemsFrankie Muniz finished 33rd on Saturday in his first Truck Series race since the “Malcolm in the Middle” star announced he will become a full-time NASCAR racer next season.
'Malcolm in the Middle' star Frankie Muniz lands full-time NASCAR ride in 2025
Read full article: 'Malcolm in the Middle' star Frankie Muniz lands full-time NASCAR ride in 2025Former “Malcolm in the Middle” star Frankie Muniz is set to continue his NASCAR career with a full-time ride in the Truck Series for 2025.
Officials work to protect IV supplies in Florida after disruptions at North Carolina plant
Read full article: Officials work to protect IV supplies in Florida after disruptions at North Carolina plantFederal officials are working to move IV bags out of the path of Hurricane Milton, which is threatening another manufacturer of IV fluids even as hospitals nationwide are still reeling from disruptions caused by flooding at a large factory in North Carolina.
Wright throws 4 TD passes; Cabrera kicks 55-yard FG to lift Clark Atlanta over Bethune-Cookman 38-37
Read full article: Wright throws 4 TD passes; Cabrera kicks 55-yard FG to lift Clark Atlanta over Bethune-Cookman 38-37avid Wright III threw four touchdown passes and Leonardo Cabrera kicked a 55-yard field goal as time expired to give Division II-member Clark Atlanta a 38-37 victory over Bethune-Cookman/ Wright’s 7-yard touchdown pass to Armone Harris pulled the Panthers to 37-35 with 4:12 remaining.
Florida man dies days after being hurt in surfing accident near Daytona Beach Shores pier
Read full article: Florida man dies days after being hurt in surfing accident near Daytona Beach Shores pierA Volusia County surfer who was in the hospital after a surfing accident has died, the man’s friend told WKMG News6 on Wednesday.
Flagler County Sheriff suspects more victims tied to former paramedic accused of sexually abusing a patient
Read full article: Flagler County Sheriff suspects more victims tied to former paramedic accused of sexually abusing a patientLess than 24 hours after a former Flagler County paramedic was arrested for sex crimes following the discovery of disturbing videos, Flagler County Sheriff Rick Stay told News4JAX that he and his investigators believe there are more victims.
Former Flagler County paramedic caught on video molesting unconscious patient on the way to hospital: FCSO
Read full article: Former Flagler County paramedic caught on video molesting unconscious patient on the way to hospital: FCSOA former Flagler County Fire Rescue (FCFR) paramedic has been arrested after deputies said he was caught on video molesting an unconscious woman while on duty.
U.S. Border Patrol seized over 2 pounds of fentanyl from package that washed ashore in Daytona Beach
Read full article: U.S. Border Patrol seized over 2 pounds of fentanyl from package that washed ashore in Daytona BeachU.S. Border Patrol agents seized over 2 lbs. of Fentanyl that was discovered washed up on the beach by a Good Samaritan, Andrew Scharnweber, Interim Chief Patrol Agent of the U.S. Border Patrol’s Miami Sector, said.
River City Plus: Know before you go Rockville 2024
Read full article: River City Plus: Know before you go Rockville 2024After record-breaking attendance of over 170,000 music fans over four days in 2023, Welcome To Rockville returns to Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida to kick off the festival season bigger and better than ever May 9-12, 2024. Festival producer Danny Wimmer Presents is excited to announce the addition of a 5th music stage and 50 additional bands, bringing the total music lineup to an impressive 150 bands for Welcome To Rockville 2024.
Welcome to Rockville back for year
Read full article: Welcome to Rockville back for yearAfter record-breaking attendance of over 170,000 music fans over four days in 2023, Welcome To Rockville returns to Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida to kick off the festival season bigger and better than ever May 9-12, 2024. Festival producer Danny Wimmer Presents is excited to announce the addition of a 5th music stage and 50 additional bands, bringing the total music lineup to an impressive 150 bands for Welcome To Rockville 2024.
Michael McDowell finally wins first NASCAR Cup Series pole in Atlanta in 467th career start
Read full article: Michael McDowell finally wins first NASCAR Cup Series pole in Atlanta in 467th career startMichael McDowell says his first NASCAR Cup Series pole in his 467th career start wasn't a surprise.
Jacksonville driver killed after walking away from traffic stop on I-95, being hit by multiple vehicles in Daytona Beach
Read full article: Jacksonville driver killed after walking away from traffic stop on I-95, being hit by multiple vehicles in Daytona BeachA 40-year-old Jacksonville man was killed Saturday night on Interstate 95 in Daytona Beach after a trooper pulled him over, which led to the driver not following the trooper’s commands before struggling with them, walking into traffic and being struck by multiple vehicles, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Daytona 500 facing possible delays as rainy, cold weekend expected in Central, Northeast Florida
Read full article: Daytona 500 facing possible delays as rainy, cold weekend expected in Central, Northeast FloridaA batch of rain will sweep across Florida as it tracks east on Saturday and Sunday with rain impacting the Daytona 500 weekend.
Joey Logano, Michael McDowell lead Ford sweep of Daytona 500 front row. Hendrick is locked out
Read full article: Joey Logano, Michael McDowell lead Ford sweep of Daytona 500 front row. Hendrick is locked outFord has swept the front row in qualifying for the Daytona 500 with former race winners Joey Logano and Michael McDowell shocking powerhouse Hendrick Motorsports.
44 years after an 18-year-old was abducted in Daytona Beach and found dead in Jacksonville, JSO says it found her killer
Read full article: 44 years after an 18-year-old was abducted in Daytona Beach and found dead in Jacksonville, JSO says it found her killerThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) said it has identified the man responsible for abducting and murdering an 18-year-old woman who was found dead in Jacksonville nearly 44 years ago.
‘I feel the regret and remorse deep inside my soul’: Tammy ‘Sunny’ Sytch sentenced in DUI manslaughter
Read full article: ‘I feel the regret and remorse deep inside my soul’: Tammy ‘Sunny’ Sytch sentenced in DUI manslaughterInside a Daytona Beach courtroom Monday, former WWE Hall of Famer was sentenced for the 2022 DUI crash that killed a 75-year-old man from Daytona Beach Shores. Judge gives Sunny 17 years in prison, 8 years probation
Florida State extends its NCAA record to 14 straight overtime victories after edging No. 18 Colorado
Read full article: Florida State extends its NCAA record to 14 straight overtime victories after edging No. 18 ColoradoJalen Warley scored 19 points, Jamir Watkins had 18 points and 11 rebounds, and Florida State beat No. 18 Colorado 77-71 in overtime to win the Sunshine Slam championship.
Othal Wallace sentenced to 30 years in prison for manslaughter of Daytona Beach officer
Read full article: Othal Wallace sentenced to 30 years in prison for manslaughter of Daytona Beach officerOthal Wallace, who shot and killed a Daytona Beach police officer, will spend the next 30 years in prison, after a judge handed down a sentence Friday. According to WKMG in Orlando, Wallace was on trial for first-degree murder, but was convicted last month of a lesser charge.
Investigators, defendant’s father testify in trial of man accused of killing Daytona Beach officer
Read full article: Investigators, defendant’s father testify in trial of man accused of killing Daytona Beach officerDaytona Beach detectives say they got their first look at Othal Wallace from officer Jason Raynor's body camera right after the shooting. The investigator on the stand called it the most important piece of evidence.
Testimony begins in trial of man accused of shooting and killing Daytona Beach police officer
Read full article: Testimony begins in trial of man accused of shooting and killing Daytona Beach police officerTestimony began Monday for the man accused of shooting and killing a Daytona Beach police officer. Investigators say Othal Wallace shot officer Jason Raynor in 2021. The trial was moved from Volusia County to Clay County at the request of the defense.
Jury seated in trial of Othal Wallace, man accused of fatally shooting Daytona Beach police officer
Read full article: Jury seated in trial of Othal Wallace, man accused of fatally shooting Daytona Beach police officerJurors have been selected in the trial of a man accused of shooting and killing a Daytona Beach police officer in 2021.
Jury selection begins in Clay County for man accused of killing Daytona Beach police officer
Read full article: Jury selection begins in Clay County for man accused of killing Daytona Beach police officerMonths after a judge granted a change of venue request for a man accused of fatally shooting a Daytona Beach police officer, jury selection will begin in Clay County on Tuesday in the trial of Othal Wallace.
Recent winners Chris Buescher and William Byron open NASCAR playoffs as unwitting favorites
Read full article: Recent winners Chris Buescher and William Byron open NASCAR playoffs as unwitting favoritesChris Buescher and William Byron have this in common: Neither wants to declare himself the favorite heading into the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs.
NASCAR driver Ryan Preece gets medical clearance to return home after terrifying crash at Daytona
Read full article: NASCAR driver Ryan Preece gets medical clearance to return home after terrifying crash at DaytonaNASCAR driver Ryan Preece is headed home from the hospital about 12 hours after his car rolled roughly a dozen times during a terrifying crash at Daytona International Speedway.
Buescher wins at Daytona, eliminating Elliott and helping Wallace land final NASCAR playoff berth
Read full article: Buescher wins at Daytona, eliminating Elliott and helping Wallace land final NASCAR playoff berthChris Buescher won the NASCAR Cup Series regular-season finale at Daytona International Speedway, eliminating fan favorite Chase Elliott from the playoffs and sending Bubba Wallace into the postseason.
A ride in the pace car ahead of the Coke Zero Sugar 400
Read full article: A ride in the pace car ahead of the Coke Zero Sugar 400The NASCAR regular season finale race, the Coke Zero Sugar 400 is Saturday night at the Daytona International Speedway. News4JAX had the chance to ride in the pace car around the 2.5 mile tri-oval track.
WWE Hall of Famer accused of DUI manslaughter in Florida to be sentenced after plea; faces up to 25 years
Read full article: WWE Hall of Famer accused of DUI manslaughter in Florida to be sentenced after plea; faces up to 25 yearsA WWE Hall of Fame wrestler entered an “open plea” on Wednesday after being accused of DUI manslaughter in Volusia County last year.
NASCAR suspends driver Noah Gragson for liking an insensitive meme with George Floyd's face
Read full article: NASCAR suspends driver Noah Gragson for liking an insensitive meme with George Floyd's faceDriver Noah Gragson has been suspended indefinitely by NASCAR and Legacy Motor Club due to liking an insensitive meme with a photo of George Floyd’s face.
🔒 Insiders Only: Green flag your free ride to the Coke Zero Sugar 400
Read full article: 🔒 Insiders Only: Green flag your free ride to the Coke Zero Sugar 400Find your way to Victory Lane in the Insider Daytona Trivia Challenge and see the NASCAR regular season finale in-person at Daytona International Speedway.
Amber Alert: Van found in Clay County, 14-year-old still missing from Volusia County
Read full article: Amber Alert: Van found in Clay County, 14-year-old still missing from Volusia CountyA 14-year-old Volusia County girl who was the subject of an Amber Alert on Monday remained missing Tuesday, although the van mentioned in the initial alert was found in Clay County, authorities said.
Jacksonville Jaguars, Daytona Speedway marriage could be a ‘compelling story’ for NFL
Read full article: Jacksonville Jaguars, Daytona Speedway marriage could be a ‘compelling story’ for NFLDaytona International Speedway isn’t slowing down on its study and research to see about the feasibility of hosting the Jaguars during their stadium renovations.
Commentary: JAXUSL’s soccer stadium could be the perfect solution for Jaguars temporary home
Read full article: Commentary: JAXUSL’s soccer stadium could be the perfect solution for Jaguars temporary homeOne possibility that I’ve thought since the very beginning of the Jaguars stadium talk — could the USL’s Jacksonville franchise provide an assist?
Trial for man accused of killing Daytona Beach police officer moved to Clay County
Read full article: Trial for man accused of killing Daytona Beach police officer moved to Clay CountyA judge on Friday granted a change of venue request for Othal Wallace, who will stand trial in the 2021 shooting death of a Daytona Beach police officer. The trial will now be held in Clay County.
POLL: Where would you like to see the Jaguars play during stadium renovations?
Read full article: POLL: Where would you like to see the Jaguars play during stadium renovations?As Jaguars president Mark Lamping and other members of the team’s administration hold “Huddle Up Jax” meetings to discuss the renovations to TIAA Bank Field, we want to hear from you about where you would like to see the Jaguars play during these renovations.
19-year-old killed when truck flips on I-95 ramp to IGP; 2 other teens injured
Read full article: 19-year-old killed when truck flips on I-95 ramp to IGP; 2 other teens injuredA 19-year-old passenger died Sunday evening when a pickup truck driven by a 17-year-old flipped on the I-95 north off-ramp to International Golf Parkway, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Former Nickelodeon star Drake Bell considered ‘missing and endangered’: Daytona Beach police
Read full article: Former Nickelodeon star Drake Bell considered ‘missing and endangered’: Daytona Beach policeThe Daytona Beach Police Department is searching for Drake Bell — a Former Nickelodeon star — after he went missing in Central Florida.
Man accused in 2015 murder of woman, unborn child found burned in remote Putnam County cemetery
Read full article: Man accused in 2015 murder of woman, unborn child found burned in remote Putnam County cemeteryThe Putnam County Sheriff’s Office on Tuesday announced an indictment in the 2015 murder of a pregnant woman from Daytona Beach.
2 Bethune-Cookman University students shot near park in Daytona Beach, police say
Read full article: 2 Bethune-Cookman University students shot near park in Daytona Beach, police sayTwo Bethune-Cookman University students are in the hospital after being shot early Saturday near a park in Daytona Beach, according to a police statement provided to News4JAX sister station WKMG in Orlando.
Florida lawmakers to consider ‘Death with Dignity’ bill
Read full article: Florida lawmakers to consider ‘Death with Dignity’ bill76-year-old Ellen Gilland made national headlines in January when police say she shot and killed her terminally ill husband inside his Daytona Beach hospital room. Daytona Beach police said Gilland killed 77-year-old Jerry Gilland as part of a suicide pact the two had been planning.
Alligator euthanized after biting man’s leg in Daytona Beach, police say
Read full article: Alligator euthanized after biting man’s leg in Daytona Beach, police sayA man in Daytona Beach was sent to the hospital Saturday after being bitten on the leg by an alligator that was later euthanized, according to the Daytona Beach Police Department and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Daytona Bike Week is back; drivers urged to check twice for motorcycles
Read full article: Daytona Bike Week is back; drivers urged to check twice for motorcyclesA reminder to check twice for motorcycles — especially starting Friday as the roadways are expected to be packed full of motorcyclists for Bike Week, which is kicking off in Daytona Beach.
Florida group wants to create law that allows terminally ill people to decide their death following shooting at Daytona Beach hospital
Read full article: Florida group wants to create law that allows terminally ill people to decide their death following shooting at Daytona Beach hospitalA Florida group is advocating for terminally ill people to have the right to request a doctor to provide them medication to end their suffering after a 76-year-old woman fatally shot her husband in a Daytona Beach hospital, according to Daytona Beach authorities.
Woman who killed ill husband in hospital faces murder charge
Read full article: Woman who killed ill husband in hospital faces murder chargeA woman who fatally shot her terminally ill husband inside a Florida hospital was taken into custody over the weekend after SWAT team members used a nonlethal explosive device to distract her and then tried to use a stun gun on her.
No bond for Florida woman accused of shooting terminally ill husband at hospital
Read full article: No bond for Florida woman accused of shooting terminally ill husband at hospitalA woman accused of fatally shooting her terminally ill husband Saturday at AdventHealth Daytona Beach — in what police said resulted from a murder-suicide agreement — made her first appearance in Volusia County court Sunday morning, WKMG reported.
NASCAR celebrates 75 years with an eye to the future
Read full article: NASCAR celebrates 75 years with an eye to the future75 years ago, Bill France Sr. gathered a couple dozen men together to formalize the rules and regulations of stock car racing. What became NASCAR celebrates it's past while looking to innovate and grow in the future.
Shopping for a used car? Here are some tips to avoid buying a flood-damaged vehicle
Read full article: Shopping for a used car? Here are some tips to avoid buying a flood-damaged vehicleFollowing hurricanes Ian and Nicole, the Federal Trade Commission is warning potential buyers of how to steer clear of a flood-damaged car.
Bethune-Cookman University mandates students evacuate campus ahead of Ian
Read full article: Bethune-Cookman University mandates students evacuate campus ahead of IanBethune-Cookman University in Daytona Beach is getting preparations ready to ensure the safety of students, faculty and staff ahead of Tropical Storm Ian.
FCSO deputy wins ‘Crime Stoppers Officer of the Year’ award
Read full article: FCSO deputy wins ‘Crime Stoppers Officer of the Year’ awardDawson received the 2022 Flagler County “Law Enforcement Officer of the Year” award from Crime Stoppers of Northeast Florida during their annual banquet Thursday night at Daytona International Speedway.
‘Cruel prank’ led to panic, lockdown at Florida high school
Read full article: ‘Cruel prank’ led to panic, lockdown at Florida high schoolPolice say a shooting scare at a central Florida high school was “cruel prank” carried out by two groups of students who now face criminal charges and possible expulsion.
Car crashes through crowded Florida beach, injures multiple people
Read full article: Car crashes through crowded Florida beach, injures multiple peopleOfficials in Florida say multiple people, including a child, were injured when a car crashed through an unoccupied toll booth and ended up in the Atlantic Ocean.
What to expect at Welcome to Rockville 2022
Read full article: What to expect at Welcome to Rockville 2022Welcome To Rockville’s milestone 10th edition brought in the festival’s biggest crowd yet, with 161,000 people that came to Daytona International Speedwayin Daytona Beach, Florida for the four-day music event, held November 11-14. The record attendance officially makes Welcome To RockvilleAmerica’s biggest rock festival. In addition, a worldwide at-home audience of 1.2 million unique viewers enjoyed the livestream with select festival performances, exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes content on the DWPresents On Twitch channel. Welcome To Rockville 2021 marks the first-time producers Danny Wimmer Presents have livestreamed one of their festivals.
WWE Hall of Famer accused in Florida DUI crash that killed 1
Read full article: WWE Hall of Famer accused in Florida DUI crash that killed 1Authorities say a World Wrestling Entertainment Hall of Famer is accused of killing a man in a traffic accident while driving under the influence in central Florida.
Man accused of killing Daytona Beach couple indicted on murder charges, state attorney says
Read full article: Man accused of killing Daytona Beach couple indicted on murder charges, state attorney saysThe man accused of stabbing to death a couple in Daytona Beach earlier this month was indicted Tuesday by a grand jury.
Commentary: Reality check in a race car is the perfect way to start Speedweeks
Read full article: Commentary: Reality check in a race car is the perfect way to start SpeedweeksThe big question many people ask and have asked when it comes to NASCAR is just how much skill does it take to actually drive one of those things? Drivers aren’t really athletes. How athletic can a racer be when their car is doing 99% of the work. It’s just left turns and staying on the gas, right?
Castroneves claims yet another crown jewel with Rolex win
Read full article: Castroneves claims yet another crown jewel with Rolex winHelio Castroneves scored his third crown jewel victory in a calendar year when he closed out the Rolex 24 at Daytona to give team owner Michael Shank his second win in North America's most prestigious sports car race.
Missing Daytona Beach boy fell asleep in bed of pickup, found safe in Jacksonville, police say
Read full article: Missing Daytona Beach boy fell asleep in bed of pickup, found safe in Jacksonville, police sayPolice said a missing 11-year-old Daytona Beach boy was found safe in the Jacksonville area Friday morning after he fell asleep in the bed of a pickup truck, according to News4JAX sister station WKMG in Orlando.
Lake City man dies in van fire outside Daytona Beach Police Department
Read full article: Lake City man dies in van fire outside Daytona Beach Police DepartmentA van burst into flames outside the Daytona Beach Police Department headquarters early Wednesday, killing a 55-year-old Lake City man, authorities said.
‘By the grace of God:’ Embry-Riddle student arrested before he could commit mass shooting, police say
Read full article: ‘By the grace of God:’ Embry-Riddle student arrested before he could commit mass shooting, police sayDaytona Beach Police Chief Jakari Young said police were able to stop a potential mass shooting at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University on Thursday.
As Florida prices soar, DeSantis proposes $1B in gas tax relief
Read full article: As Florida prices soar, DeSantis proposes $1B in gas tax reliefAs Florida’s gas prices soar ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said he is proposing over $1 billion in gas tax relief in an effort to help lower gas prices in the state.