2024 Voter's Guide: East Flagler Mosquito Control District
The East Flagler Mosquito Control District covers nearly 130 square miles in the eastern half of Flagler County, including the communities of Palm Coast, Bunnell, Marineland, Beverly Beach, and Flagler Beach, serving more than 85,000 residents. It was created by the Flagler County Board of Commissioners in 1952, with a mission to suppress mosquitoes that can cause illness, with minimal environmental impact. The district can raise revenue through property taxes to fund its operations.
Traffic stop in Flagler County leads to arrest of man wanted in Virginia for 2010 murder
A man connected to a 14-year-old Virginia cold case murder was arrested in Palm Coast after a traffic stop.
Meet the newest Flagler County Sheriffโs Office K-9: Welcome to the team, Kyro!
K-9 Kyro, a German Shepherd, will serve alongside Master Deputy Marcus Dawson, whose previous partner, K-9 Baro, retired in August.
Flagler County Fire Rescue implements new protocols in response to sex crime allegations of former paramedic
Flagler County Fire Rescue (FCFR) implemented new protocols in response to the former paramedic who was caught on video sexually abusing an unconscious patient.
Volusia County sheriff threatens to โperp-walkโ students, parents after arrest of 11-year-old over school threats
One Florida sheriff said heโs had enough of dealing with school threats and he is now vowing to arrest and publicly perp-walk kids and their parents to show that he means business.
Victim โmortifiedโ after Flagler County deputies show up at her door to tell her she was sexually abused in ambulance
The woman who the Flagler County Sheriffโs Office said was sexually abused by a former paramedic in an ambulance learned about the disturbing incident nearly three years later.
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.
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.
2024 Voter's Guide: Flagler Community Development Districts
Residential developments in Flagler County where a governmental unit was created to serve the specific needs of its community are selecting candidates for their development districtโs Board of Supervisors.
25 years later, Flagler County detectives hope for breakthrough in unsolved murder of Daytona Beach woman
The Flagler County Sheriffโs Office is spotlighting the case of a woman who was murdered 25 years ago in hopes of getting new information that could lead to an arrest.
New information reveals how a stolen Ferrari from Rhode Island ended in a high-speed chase in Flagler County
New information along with newly released bodycam and surveillance video is shedding more light onto the events that led up to a high speed chase involving a stolen Ferrari.
Man in custody after high-speed stolen Ferrari chase involving Flagler, St. Johns deputies
One suspect is in custody following a high-speed chase Tuesday involving Flagler and St. Johns County deputies and a stolen Ferrari.
Sunday is last day to vote early in Duval County ahead of Tuesdayโs Florida primary
Sunday is the last day for voters around Northeast Florida to cast an early, in-person ballot ahead of the stateโs primary election on Tuesday, for congressional, state and local races.
Vaping, fentanyl, violence focus of new safety initiative for St. Johns, Flagler, Putnam, Volusia school districts
District and state leaders in St. Johns, Flagler, Putnam and Volusia counties want to โchange the scriptโ when it comes to substance use and violence among students.
2024 Voterโs Guide: Palm Coast Mayor, City Council & charter amendment
Voters in Palm Coast will choose a mayor and two council members in the general election. These races are non-partisan, and open to all voters inside the Palm Coast city limits. All three races were initially on the ballot in the August primary, but as no candidate in any of the races received more than 50% of the votes in that contest, the top two finishers in each race advance to the November election.
2024 Voter's Guide: Flagler County School Board, District 5
Two candidates are seeking the votes for Flagler County School Board, District 5. This is a nonpartisan office that will be elected by all voters during the August primary.
2024 Voter's Guide: Flagler County School Board, District 3
Two candidates are seeking the votes for Flagler County School Board, District 3. This is a nonpartisan office that will be elected by all voters during the August primary.
2024 Voter's Guide: Flagler County Commission, District 5
Pam Richardson won the Republican primary for Flagler County Commission, District 5, defeating Ed Danko in August. Though no Democrats entered the race, a write-in candidate did qualify for the general election, so the August primary was only open to Republican voters.
Flagler County deputy was likely asleep when inmate escaped hospital in Palm Coast: FCSO
The Flagler County Sheriffโs Office said the deputy assigned to the inmate who fled from a hospital on July 27 was likely sleeping during the escape.
Facebook groups in Clay and Putnam counties are posting mugshots without context. Are they doing more harm than good?
If youโve recently been arrested in Clay or Putnam county, thereโs a good chance your mugshot has been posted on social media.
Final days for early voting ahead of Tuesdayโs Florida primary
Voters around northeast Florida will be able to cast an early, in-person ballot as soon as Monday for the stateโs August 20 primary, which includes congressional, state, and local races.
After a 7-hour search, Flagler County deputies arrest inmate who escaped from hospital in Palm Coast
The Flagler County Sheriffโs Office said deputies caught an inmate who escaped on foot while being treated at a hospital in Palm Coast after seven hours.
Theft suspect caught after escaping hospital in Palm Coast, sheriffโs office says
The Flagler County Sheriffโs Office is calling on the community to help find a theft suspect who escaped from a hospital in Palm Coast on Saturday, News4JAX sister station WKMG in Orlando reported.
An 11-year-old Virginia boy is charged with making swatting calls to Florida schools
Authorities say an 11-year-Virginia boy is charged in Florida with calling in more than 20 bomb or shooting threats at schools.
Virginia 11-year-old arrested, accused of bomb threats at Flagler County schools last year
The Flagler County Sheriffโs Office said it has arrested an 11-year-old boy from Virginia who is accused of making threats against Flagler County schools.
St. Johns, Nassau school districts lead state in Floridaโs end-of-year student testing
Two years into Floridaโs new form of standardized student testing, two northeast Florida school districts once again have the leading scores in the state, marking student progress at the end of the year.
Flagler Countyโs new technology makes it easier and faster to solve crimes
The Flagler County Sheriffโs Office has the ability to get quicker results from DNA tests on people arrested for serious crimes, like felonies.
Political ads going after Tom Leek have been running nonstop. He says vengeful trial lawyers are behind the attacks
Tom Leek is a Republican running for an open seat against two other Republicans, including former St. Johns County Sheriff David Shoar and Gerry James. Democratic candidate George Hill and unaffiliated candidate Michael Gist are also in the race.
Man pleads guilty to multiple charges related to child abduction case from 2023
A man pleaded guilty to multiple charges stemming from a child kidnapping investigation that began in July 2023, according to the Flagler County Sheriffโs Office.
Teen known online as โKing Bobโ is member of prolific โScattered Spiderโ cybercriminal gang: reports
A Flagler County teenager known online as โKing Bobโ is set to face a federal judge Wednesday afternoon in Jacksonville on charges related to an elaborate cryptocurrency scheme.
Video of Flagler County rescue highlights dangers of hot cars for children in Florida
Flagler County deputies smashed a car window on Monday to rescue a 1-year-old who was locked inside with the engine off and the windows closed.
Arrested 13-year-old says he was 'dared' to make bomb threats at Flagler County middle school
A 13-year-old boy was arrested just after Flager County Sheriff Rick Staly addressed concerns about a series of threats made at schools across the county.
Sheriff addresses recent shooting, bomb threats targeting several Flagler County schools
After a week of shooting threats targeting schools in Flagler County, Sheriff Rick Staly held a press conference Thursday afternoon to address concerns and โset the record straightโ on the incidents.
Flagler officials warn against feeding animals after photo shows children feeding gator
Flagler County officials warn against feeding alligators and other wildlife after a social media post showed children feeding a gator at Wadsworth Park.
St. Johns County dispatchers spotlighted for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
News4JAX is spotlighting local 911 emergency dispatchers and their life-saving services in the community for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.
Woman killed when SUV hits tree, pins her, FHP says
A 59-year-old Ormond Beach woman was killed late Monday night in Flagler County when she became pinned after her SUV rolled forward and hit a tree, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Third arrest made in connection to Bunnell shooting that left bystander in critical condition
U.S. Marshals and the Flagler County Sheriffโs Office made a third arrest in connection to a Bunnell shooting that left a 19-year-old bystander in critical condition.
Man arrested in connection with shooting that left a man critically injured in Bunnell
A man was arrested in connection with a shooting that left a man in critical condition a week ago in Bunnell, according to the Bunnell Police Department.
Flagler County man charged with aggravated battery for stabbing after religious debate, police say
A 22-year-old man from Palm Coast was arrested and charged with two counts of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon after stabbing a man after a religious debate, according to the Flagler County Sheriffโs Office.
LIVE RESULTS: Floridaโs presidential primary, results in Northeast Florida local races
Though President Joe Biden and former president Donald Trump clinched enough delegates to win their respective partyโs presidential nomination last week, voters in Florida will be going to the polls Tuesday to cast a vote in a Republican presidential primary.
Where to vote, what to bring for Tuesdayโs presidential primary, local races in Northeast Florida
While only Republicans are eligible to vote in Tuesdayโs presidential preference primary in Florida, three Jacksonville-area municipalities have additional local races on the ballot Tuesday.
Man shot by hunter who thought he saw โmale turkeyโ in wooded area in Bunnell
A man was taken to a trauma center Sunday morning after he was shot by another man who thought he was โshooting at an animalโ while hunting in a wooded area in Bunnell, according to police.
Man accused in $1M Texas jewelry store heist arrested in Palm Coast
A man who is accused of robbing a Texas jewelry store of over $1 million in jewelry was arrested in Palm Coast this week, according to the Flagler County Sheriffโs Office.
Suspected organized theft ring busted following dangerous chase in Palm Coast
Multiple people including a Flagler County deputy found themselves in harmโs way when a suspected trio of organized thieves attempted to evade capture.
More Flagler County arrests caught on camera after traffic stop leads to discovery of fake IDs, other documents
For the second day in a row, the Flagler County Sheriffโs Office announced another traffic stop that led to the discovery of fake IDs and a man who was in the country illegally with a federal warrant for deportation.
Man arrested in Flagler County after deputies found multiple fake IDs, passport, social security card and more
Homeland security concerns are raised after a 41-year-old man who had been deported multiple times was arrested in Flagler County after deputies found multiple fake IDs, a passport, a social security card, and more.
Final days of early voting in northeast Florida for presidential primary, local races
Ahead of Floridaโs Presidential Preference Primary on March 19, early voting starts this week across northeast Florida, giving voters an opportunity to cast their ballot in-person, before election day.
Flagler County motorcycle deputy injured in crash on I-95 in St. Johns County
A Flagler County Sheriff's Office motorcycle deputy was seriously injured Tuesday morning in a crash on I-95 southbound in St. Johns County.
Thousands of motorcyclists expected to hit the road for 2024 Daytona Beach Bike Week; drivers urged to use extra caution
Hundreds of thousands of motorcyclists are expected to hit the pavement starting Friday and for the next 10 days during the 2024 Daytona Beach Bike Week, and with such a big event comes an increased law enforcement presence on the roads.
How an app is helping 911 dispatchers in Flagler County see suspected criminals caught in the act in real-time
The Flagler County Sheriffโs Office introduced new technology used by 911 dispatchers to help deputies see suspected crimes being committed in real-time.
24-year-old woman dead, several injured after three vehicle crash in Flagler County
A crash involving three vehicles left a 24-year-old woman dead and several people injured on State Road 100 at Deen Road near Bunnell, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
35-year-old motorcyclist killed in crash with pickup truck in Flagler County
A 35-year-old motorcyclist died Wednesday night after crashing with a pickup truck on State Road 100 in unincorporated Flagler County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Couple thanks Flagler County Sheriffโs Office 911 dispatcher who helped save husbandโs life
On Dec. 18, Communications Specialist Lucas Santos of Flagler County Sheriffโs Office (FCSO) got a call from a resident who said her husband had stopped breathing and was turning blue after complaining of chest pains.
Flagler County to open cold-weather shelter Monday, Tuesday night
The Sheltering Tree will open its cold-weather shelter at the Rock Transformation Center on Monday and Tuesday night as temperatures are expected to hit high 30s overnight, according to Flagler County officials.
Flagler County to seek communityโs input on possible beach renourishment project
Flagler County will be asking residents and business owners to take a survey about a possible beach nourishment project.
Cold weather shelters open across Northeast Florida as frigid temperatures return
As freezing temperatures are expected to return this weekend, Flagler County announced it will reopen its cold weather shelter for people in need.
Cold night shelters opening in Putnam, Flagler, St. Johns counties as temperatures drop
As parts of Northeast Florida are under a Freeze Watch and temperatures begin to drop, some local counties will be opening cold night shelters starting Tuesday night.
Car safety organization gives safety tips after family was rescued from submerged car in Flagler County
Flagler County deputies and firefighters rescued two adults and a child from a car submerged in a water-filled ditch on January 5th around 6 p.m. on S.R. 100 West in Palm Coast. A safety organization gave tips on what to do during a situation like this.
Bodycam footage shows deputies and firefighters rescuing family from submerged car in Flagler County
The Flagler County Sheriffโs Office released the bodycam footage showing deputies and firefighters working together to rescue a family after their car was submerged in water in Flagler County earlier this month.
Caught on camera: Florida deputies rescue child, woman after vehicle careens Into water-filled ditch
A woman and her child were rescued in Floridaโs Flagler County on January 5, after the car they were in plunged into a ditch and became partially submerged, according to the Flagler County Sheriffโs Office.
Schools back in session Wednesday after severe storms roll out of Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia
Several school districts throughout Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia announced temporary closures in an abundance of caution for the impending threat of severe weather that was forecast to bring strong winds and heavy rains on Tuesday.
Father of man accused in accidental shooting death of 1-year-old accused of tampering with evidence
Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly will be holding a press conference for our media partners to announce an update on the shooting death of an 18-month-old child in Palm Coast in September of 2023.
Flagler County man accused of assaulting healthcare worker also accused of assaulting 11-year-old girl in Walmart
A 64-year-old Flagler County man was arrested on New Yearโs Day after assaulting a healthcare worker and assaulting an 11-year-old girl in a Walmart, according to the Flagler County Sheriffโs Office (FCSO). Deputies believe there could be more victims.
Flagler County cold-weather shelter to open Friday, Saturday
The Sheltering Tree will open its cold-weather shelter on Friday and Saturday nights at the Rock Transformation Center (formerly Church on the Rock) not only for those who are experiencing homelessness but for anyone who is without heat.
โIt was a very big dealโ: Parents worried after at least 6 local schools reported threats in the past week
An alarming rash of school threats across our area has parents and students worried.
Palm Coast man found guilty for stalking, soliciting sex from juvenile
A 47-year-old man from Palm Coast has been found guilty of stalking and soliciting sex from a minor, according to the Flagler County Sheriffโs Office.
22-year-old uncle of 18-month-old girl accidentally shot in Palm Coast accused of manslaughter
A 21-year-old man was arrested Wednesday and accused of manslaughter following the shooting death of an 18-month-old girl in Flagler County in September, Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly announced Thursday.
UNF to give Flagler County veterans fitness trackers, help them reach wellness, health goals
The University of North Floridaโs initiative, MedNexus, is launching a pilot virtual program to help veterans in Flagler County reach their fitness and wellness goals by using a Fitbit device.
Fugitive, 2 more men found with narcotics, including fentanyl, arrested following traffic stop in Flagler County
A traffic stop in Bunnell resulted in the arrest of a fugitive and two other men for possession of narcotics Monday evening, according to the Flagler County Sheriffโs Office.
Woman shot by FHP in Palm Coast accused of speeding toward trooper, faces 8 total charges
The Florida Highway Patrol said the woman who was shot by a trooper after she accelerated her vehicle toward the trooper last week in Flagler County was arrested Thursday and faces multiple charges related to the incident.
Carjacking suspect dies in crash after fleeing police in pursuit from Duval to Flagler County: FHP
A carjacking suspect died Tuesday morning after taking police on a chase that ended in his vehicle rear-ending a vehicle on Interstate 95 in Flagler County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
18-year-old dies in Flagler County after crashing into light post, tree on Palm Coast Parkway exit ramp: FHP
An 18-year-old died in a Sunday morning fatal single-car crash while exiting off Interstate 95 in Flagler County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
14-year-old middle school student arrested after deputies say he threatened students, staff with knife
A 14-year-old Indian Trails Middle School student was arrested Friday morning after pulling a knife on students and staff, the Flagler County Sheriff's Office said.
With rule changes about yard signs, hereโs how to check your trick-or-treating route for sex offenders, predators
Sex offenders also have specific rules about what they can and can't do around Halloween, depending on what county they live in. We've compiled a county-by-county breakdown of those rules and regulations.
Man accused of sexually battering child for several years in Flagler County
A man was arrested Tuesday and is being accused of sexually battering a child multiple times over the span of several years, according to Flagler County Sheriffโs Office.
Flagler County Sheriffโs Office K-9s get new bullet and stab protective vests
Holmes and Nitro are wearing some new body armor while on the job in Flagler County. The Sheriff's Deputy K-9s received a donation from a non-profit organization, Vested Interest in K-9s, Inc. Both K-9s were given vests embroidered with the sentiment "Born to Love-Trained to Serve-Loyal Always."