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Dale Earnhardt Jr. shifts gears with his No. 8 logo to avoid potential conflict with Lamar Jackson

Read full article: Dale Earnhardt Jr. shifts gears with his No. 8 logo to avoid potential conflict with Lamar Jackson

NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt Jr. is shifting gears with his No. 8 merchandising.

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Chase Briscoe wins appeal over modified spoiler during Daytona 500 pole-winning run

Read full article: Chase Briscoe wins appeal over modified spoiler during Daytona 500 pole-winning run

Chase Briscoe and Joe Gibbs Racing won their appeal when the National Motorsports Appeals Panel said his Toyota did not have an illegally modified spoiler when he won the Daytona 500 pole.

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Briscoe tries to move past devastating penalties and Blaney to start on pole in NASCAR Atlanta race

Read full article: Briscoe tries to move past devastating penalties and Blaney to start on pole in NASCAR Atlanta race

A massive fine left Chase Briscoe facing a huge points deficit heading into Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series race at Atlanta Motor Speedway.

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NASCAR deals Daytona 500 pole winner massive fine for 2nd consecutive year

Read full article: NASCAR deals Daytona 500 pole winner massive fine for 2nd consecutive year

Daytona 500 pole-winner Chase Briscoe was dealt a major penalty Wednesday when NASCAR said Joe Gibbs Racing had a modified spoiler on the No. 19 Toyota in time trials.

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NASCAR deals Daytona 500 pole winner massive fine for 2nd consecutive year

Read full article: NASCAR deals Daytona 500 pole winner massive fine for 2nd consecutive year

Daytona 500 pole-winner Chase Briscoe was dealt a major penalty Wednesday when NASCAR said Joe Gibbs Racing had a modified spoiler on the No. 19 Toyota in time trials.

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NASCAR Hall of Famer Jeff Gordon ready to partner with Tom Cruise on 'Days of Thunder' sequel

Read full article: NASCAR Hall of Famer Jeff Gordon ready to partner with Tom Cruise on 'Days of Thunder' sequel

NASCAR Hall of Famer Jeff Gordon wants a “Days of Thunder” sequel and said at Daytona International Speedway that he’s been in touch with Tom Cruise about making the project come to life.

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Hamlin expected a late caution would give him a 4th Daytona 500 win. NASCAR never threw the yellow

Read full article: Hamlin expected a late caution would give him a 4th Daytona 500 win. NASCAR never threw the yellow

Denny Hamlin surged into the lead on the final lap of the Daytona 500 and thought he had a fourth victory in “The Great American Race” within his reach Sunday night.

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Truex welcomes another shot at the Daytona 500, this one in the No. 56 his late father drove

Read full article: Truex welcomes another shot at the Daytona 500, this one in the No. 56 his late father drove

Martin Truex Jr. is trying to win the Daytona 500 in his 22nd attempt.

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With tears flowing, Dale Earnhardt Jr. gets another shot at the Daytona 500 as a team owner

Read full article: With tears flowing, Dale Earnhardt Jr. gets another shot at the Daytona 500 as a team owner

Dale Earnhardt Jr. blinked back tears as the moment hit him at Daytona International Speedway — a track bursting with triumph and tragedy for his family — that he was, with a country star and a NASCAR champ in tow, back in the Daytona 500.

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Castroneves to use "world-class driver" provisional to race in Daytona 500 after qualifying crash

Read full article: Castroneves to use "world-class driver" provisional to race in Daytona 500 after qualifying crash

Four-time Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves will race in the Daytona 500 as a special 41st driver under a new rule that allows for a “world-class driver” to receive a provisional spot.

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NASCAR files appeal against 23XI and Front Row just 1 hour before Daytona 500 qualifying begins

Read full article: NASCAR files appeal against 23XI and Front Row just 1 hour before Daytona 500 qualifying begins

NASCAR has filed a 68-page appeal roughly one hour before the start of Daytona 500 qualifying that argues a federal judge erred in recognizing 23XI Motorsports and Front Row Motorsports as chartered teams for 2025 as the two organizations sue over antitrust claims.

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NASCAR's lone Black Cup driver Bubba Wallace 'couldn't care less' if Trump attends Daytona 500

Read full article: NASCAR's lone Black Cup driver Bubba Wallace 'couldn't care less' if Trump attends Daytona 500

Bubba Wallace said he “couldn’t care less” if Donald Trump attends the Daytona 500 on Sunday, nearly five years after the president accused the NASCAR Cup Series’ only Black full-time driver of perpetrating “a hoax” when a crew member found a noose in the team garage stall.

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Denny Hamlin leads fast group of Toyotas in NASCAR's opening practice for the Daytona 500

Read full article: Denny Hamlin leads fast group of Toyotas in NASCAR's opening practice for the Daytona 500

Denny Hamlin led a trio of Toyota drivers — the manufacturer claimed five of the top six spots — in the opening practice for the Daytona 500.

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IMSA brings 27 STEM-focused high school students to Daytona to learn about jobs in motorsports

Read full article: IMSA brings 27 STEM-focused high school students to Daytona to learn about jobs in motorsports

IMSA arranged for 27 high school students who excel in STEM programs to come to the speedway to educate the teens on how many opportunities exist in motorsports for those interested in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

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Woman accused of shooting, killing terminally ill husband in Florida hospital room pleads no contest

Read full article: Woman accused of shooting, killing terminally ill husband in Florida hospital room pleads no contest

A woman accused of fatally shooting her terminally ill husband at a Daytona Beach hospital has changed her plea from not guilty to no contest.

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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: FHP

A Palm Coast man, 81, died Saturday morning after he was hit by a vehicle while walking across the street, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

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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 problems

Frankie 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.

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'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 2025

Former “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.

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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 plant

Federal 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.

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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 38-37

avid 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.

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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 pier

A Volusia County surfer who was in the hospital after a surfing accident has died, the man’s friend told WKMG News6 on Wednesday.

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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 patient

Less 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.

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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: FCSO

A 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.

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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 Beach

U.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.

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Gov. DeSantis highlights funding for nursing education in Daytona Beach

Read full article: Gov. DeSantis highlights funding for nursing education in Daytona Beach

Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference at Daytona Beach College on Tuesday morning.

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River City Plus: Know before you go Rockville 2024

Read full article: River City Plus: Know before you go Rockville 2024

After 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.

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Welcome to Rockville back for year

Read full article: Welcome to Rockville back for year

After 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.

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Food Truck Tuesday: Fire it up with Chef Count

Read full article: Food Truck Tuesday: Fire it up with Chef Count

Sauté Kingz, overseen by Chef Count, is a culinary venture deeply rooted in family values, offering catering, food truck services, and a take-out option.

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St. Patrick’s Day shootings put Jacksonville Beach in national spotlight

Read full article: St. Patrick’s Day shootings put Jacksonville Beach in national spotlight

Jacksonville Beach is getting national attention following Sunday night’s shootings at the busy downtown bar district.

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DeSantis vetoes bill that would ban social media for kids under 16

Read full article: DeSantis vetoes bill that would ban social media for kids under 16

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has vetoed what would have been one of the most far-reaching social media bans for minors.

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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 start

Michael McDowell says his first NASCAR Cup Series pole in his 467th career start wasn't a surprise.

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Alex Bowman triggers 'the big one' in the Daytona 500 but escapes damage and comes home second

Read full article: Alex Bowman triggers 'the big one' in the Daytona 500 but escapes damage and comes home second

Alex Bowman never saw how the big wreck started that marred the end of the Daytona 500.

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Why can’t racecars drive in the rain at Daytona?

Read full article: Why can’t racecars drive in the rain at Daytona?

There’s a big reason that races in Daytona can only happen if the track is completely dry.

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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 Beach

A 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.

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Rain pushes Daytona 500 to Monday in first outright postponement since 2012

Read full article: Rain pushes Daytona 500 to Monday in first outright postponement since 2012

NASCAR has postponed the season-opening Daytona 500 until Monday because of two days of rain at Daytona International Speedway.

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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 Florida

A batch of rain will sweep across Florida as it tracks east on Saturday and Sunday with rain impacting the Daytona 500 weekend.

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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 out

Ford has swept the front row in qualifying for the Daytona 500 with former race winners Joey Logano and Michael McDowell shocking powerhouse Hendrick Motorsports.

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Kyle Larson joins fellow NASCAR champs Truex Jr., Busch and Keselowski in 0-for-Daytona 500 club

Read full article: Kyle Larson joins fellow NASCAR champs Truex Jr., Busch and Keselowski in 0-for-Daytona 500 club

No one needs to remind Kyle Larson about his record at Daytona International Speedway.

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Severe Weather Awareness Week: Understanding hurricanes and flooding 🌀🌩️

Read full article: Severe Weather Awareness Week: Understanding hurricanes and flooding 🌀🌩️

Thursday’s focus is on hurricanes and flooding. Specifically, why does Florida get so many hurricanes? and what makes them so dangerous?

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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 killer

The 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.

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‘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 manslaughter

Inside 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

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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 Colorado

Jalen 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.

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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 officer

Othal 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.

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Paralyzed driver Robert Wickens wins IMSA class title at Road Atlanta

Read full article: Paralyzed driver Robert Wickens wins IMSA class title at Road Atlanta

Robert Wickens, paralyzed from the waist down in an IndyCar crash five years ago, won an IMSA class title at Road Atlanta on Friday.

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Jury finds Othal Wallace guilty of manslaughter in shooting death of Daytona Beach police officer

Read full article: Jury finds Othal Wallace guilty of manslaughter in shooting death of Daytona Beach police officer

Sentencing to take place within 60 days, judge says

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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 officer

Daytona 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.

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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 officer

Testimony 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.

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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 officer

Jurors have been selected in the trial of a man accused of shooting and killing a Daytona Beach police officer in 2021.

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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 officer

Months 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.

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Ryan Preece cleared to race Darlington after scary Daytona crash last week

Read full article: Ryan Preece cleared to race Darlington after scary Daytona crash last week

Ryan Preece has been cleared to race in the Southern 500 at Darlington after his frightening crash at Daytona a week ago.

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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 favorites

Chris Buescher and William Byron have this in common: Neither wants to declare himself the favorite heading into the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs.

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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 Daytona

NASCAR 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.

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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 berth

Chris 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.

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Chase Briscoe qualifies on the pole for NASCAR's regular-season finale at Daytona

Read full article: Chase Briscoe qualifies on the pole for NASCAR's regular-season finale at Daytona

Chase Briscoe won the pole for the NASCAR Cup Series regular-season finale at Daytona International Speedway.

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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 400

The 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.

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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 years

A WWE Hall of Fame wrestler entered an “open plea” on Wednesday after being accused of DUI manslaughter in Volusia County last year.

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WWE Hall of Famer DUI manslaughter trial starts in Florida next week

Read full article: WWE Hall of Famer DUI manslaughter trial starts in Florida next week

Former star Tamara Sytch AKA "Sunny" is facing charges for killing a 75-year-old man more than a year ago

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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 face

Driver 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.

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🔒 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 400

Find your way to Victory Lane in the Insider Daytona Trivia Challenge and see the NASCAR regular season finale in-person at Daytona International Speedway.

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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 County

A 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.

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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 NFL

Daytona International Speedway isn’t slowing down on its study and research to see about the feasibility of hosting the Jaguars during their stadium renovations.

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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 home

One possibility that I’ve thought since the very beginning of the Jaguars stadium talk — could the USL’s Jacksonville franchise provide an assist?

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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 County

A 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.

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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.

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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 injured

A 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.

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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 police

The Daytona Beach Police Department is searching for Drake Bell — a Former Nickelodeon star — after he went missing in Central Florida.

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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 cemetery

The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office on Tuesday announced an indictment in the 2015 murder of a pregnant woman from Daytona Beach.

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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 say

Two 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.

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Florida lawmakers to consider ‘Death with Dignity’ bill

Read full article: Florida lawmakers to consider ‘Death with Dignity’ bill

76-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.

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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 say

A 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.

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Chase Elliott out of NASCAR indefinitely after tibia surgery

Read full article: Chase Elliott out of NASCAR indefinitely after tibia surgery

Hendrick Motorsports says Chase Elliott is out indefinitely after undergoing a successful three-hour surgery to repair a fractured tibia.

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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 motorcycles

A 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.

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What's the beef? McDonald's, Wendy's spat over Daytona 500

Read full article: What's the beef? McDonald's, Wendy's spat over Daytona 500

The fast-food burger wars were on the menu in the run-up to the Daytona 500.

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Logano wins Daytona qualifier; Zane Smith earns spot in 500

Read full article: Logano wins Daytona qualifier; Zane Smith earns spot in 500

NASCAR champion Joey Logano won the first qualifying race for the Daytona 500, his third victory in the event that sets the field for “The Great American Race.”.

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Bowman, Larson give Hendrick sweep of front row at Daytona

Read full article: Bowman, Larson give Hendrick sweep of front row at Daytona

Alex Bowman won his third career Daytona 500 pole and will be joined by Hendrick Motorsports teammate Kyle Larson on the front row for NASCAR’s season opener.

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Acura, Shank, Helio sweep Rolex 24 as hybrid era begins

Read full article: Acura, Shank, Helio sweep Rolex 24 as hybrid era begins

Acura dominated the debut of hybrid engines in North American sports car racing with a 1-2 finish Sunday at the Rolex 24 at Daytona.

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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 hospital

A 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.

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Meyer Shank Racing aims for 2nd consecutive Rolex 24 victory

Read full article: Meyer Shank Racing aims for 2nd consecutive Rolex 24 victory

Michael Shank bookended last season with a win in the season-opening Rolex 24 at Daytona and closed the year with the IMSA championship.

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Herta wants to run Wickens in next year's Indianapolis 500

Read full article: Herta wants to run Wickens in next year's Indianapolis 500

Bryan Herta wants to enter Robert Wickens in the Indianapolis 500 as early as 2024.

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Woman who killed ill husband in hospital faces murder charge

Read full article: Woman who killed ill husband in hospital faces murder charge

A 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.

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Police: Woman fatally shoots dying husband at hospital

Read full article: Police: Woman fatally shoots dying husband at hospital

Police say a woman fatally shot her terminally ill husband inside a Florida hospital and then barricaded herself in his room.

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No bond for Florida woman accused of shooting terminally ill husband at hospital

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A 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.

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Ford CEO Farley makes professional racing debut at Daytona

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Ford CEO Jim Farley made his professional racing debut on Saturday at Daytona International Speedway.

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Wife shoots terminally ill husband at hospital in Daytona Beach, police say

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Woman shoots her terminally ill husband.

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NASCAR celebrates 75 years with an eye to the future

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75 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.

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Florida beach erosion uncovers wooden ship from 1800s

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Severe beach erosion from two late-season hurricanes has helped uncover what appears to be a wooden ship dating from the 1800s on Florida's East Coast.

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Police: Officer fatally shoots man who stabbed him in face

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Authorities say a Florida police officer shot and killed a man who stabbed the officer in the face at a gas station.

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Kevin Harvick will know if 2023 is final season by Daytona

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Kevin Harvick will know if 2023 will be his final NASCAR season before he goes to Daytona in February.

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Shopping for a used car? Here are some tips to avoid buying a flood-damaged vehicle

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Following hurricanes Ian and Nicole, the Federal Trade Commission is warning potential buyers of how to steer clear of a flood-damaged car.

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PHOTOS: Hurricane Nicole leaves big mess for residents to clean up

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While Nicole was only a Category 1 storm, it still did enough damage to leave residents with a big clean-up ahead.

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Bethune-Cookman University mandates students evacuate campus ahead of Ian

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Bethune-Cookman University in Daytona Beach is getting preparations ready to ensure the safety of students, faculty and staff ahead of Tropical Storm Ian.

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FCSO deputy wins ‘Crime Stoppers Officer of the Year’ award

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Dawson 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.

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‘Cruel prank’ led to panic, lockdown at Florida high school

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Police 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.

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NASCAR Cup race at Daytona rained out, moved to Sunday

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The NASCAR Cup Series race at Daytona International Speedway was rained out Saturday night and rescheduled for Sunday.

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Clements wins at crash-filled Daytona, reaches postseason

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Jeremy Clements won a crash-filled Xfinity Series race at Daytona International Speedway early Saturday for his second career victory and first since 2017.

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Car crashes through crowded Florida beach, injures multiple people

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Officials 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.

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14-year-old boy drowns in ocean off Daytona Beach

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A 14-year-old boy from Altamonte Springs died after he went missing while swimming in the ocean off Daytona Beach, according to Volusia County Beach Safety Ocean Rescue.

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Pedestrian dies after being hit by car on I-10

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A Daytona Beach man died Sunday morning after he was hit by a car while walking on Interstate 10 near Baldwin, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

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What to expect at Welcome to Rockville 2022

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Welcome 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.

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WWE Hall of Famer accused in Florida DUI crash that killed 1

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Authorities 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.

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