Brenda Argueta

Orlando

Digital Journalist and Web Journalist at WKMG-TV (Orlando, FL)

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How Florida State University shooting unfolded

6 days ago | clickorlando.com | Brenda Argueta

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Two people were killed and six others were wounded Thursday when a 20-year-old gunman opened fire near the student union at Florida State University, sending people hiding for cover. Investigators identified the gunman as Phoenix Ikner, who the Leon County sheriff said was the son of a deputy and is also a student at the university.
New SeaWorld Orlando Arctic adventure attraction set to open next month. Here's when

6 days ago | clickorlando.com | Brenda Argueta

ORLANDO, Fla. - A new Arctic attraction at SeaWorld Orlando will take flight next month, taking guests on an immersive experience through the icy landscapes. Expedition Odyssey, a state-of-the-art flying simulation ride that will take guests on a thrilling journey through the Arctic, will open on May 1.
1 injured in crash with bucket truck in Port Orange

6 days ago | clickorlando.com | Brenda Argueta

By Brenda Argueta PORT ORANGE, Fla. - One person was taken to the hospital with "significant injuries" Friday morning in a Port Orange crash involving a bucket truck, according to the police department. The crash happened on Nova Road near Madeline Avenue. Police said at least one person was taken to the hospital. Southbound lanes of Nova Road are shut down south of Madeline Avenue. Drivers are asked to avoid the area.
Motorcyclist dies in crash on Hammock Ridge Road in Clermont

6 days ago | clickorlando.com | Brenda Argueta

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. - A 25-year-old Ocoee man died early Friday in a motorcycle crash on Hammock Ridge Road in Clermont, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers responded to the wreck at 6:43 a.m. near Lake Louisa Road. According to a crash report, the motorcyclist was heading south on Hammock Ridge Lane and failed to negotiate the curve and ran off the roadway. He hit the curb and was thrown from the motorcycle, troopers said. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
3 pets die in Oviedo house fire on Branton Drive

6 days ago | clickorlando.com | Brenda Argueta

OVIEDO, Fla. - Three pets died Thursday afternoon in an Oviedo house fire, according to Seminole County Fire Rescue. Firefighters responded to a home on Branton Drive for a smoke investigation, but found a fully involved fire. Fire rescue said crews kept the fire from spreading to other structures, including a barn. Two dogs and one rabbit died in the fire, according to fire rescue. The homeowners were not home at the time. The cause is under investigation.
Florida high school head football coach accused of voyeurism, inappropriate conduct toward students

1 week ago | clickorlando.com | Brenda Argueta

BARTOW, Fla. - A teacher who's also the head football coach at Bartow High School stands accused of voyeurism and inappropriate conduct toward students, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff's office on Thursday said Tyler Eden, 31, was arrested on charges of lewd offense against a student by an authority figure, lewd and lascivious touching of a minor and voyeurism.
Man gets life in prison after fatally hitting good Samaritan, motorcyclist in Sanford crashes

1 week ago | clickorlando.com | Brenda Argueta

SANFORD, Fla. - A man convicted in a pair of deadly hit-and-run crashes in Sanford was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison. Michael Kraft, 40, faced up to 120 years in prison in the deaths of Vincent Russo, 73, and Jenica Campbell, 39, in 2021. Judge Michael Rudisill sentenced Kraft to five concurrent life sentences.
Jones High School student found with gun during random search, police say

1 week ago | clickorlando.com | Brenda Argueta

ORLANDO, Fla. - A 17-year-old Jones High School student on Tuesday was found with a gun during a random weapons search, according to the Orlando Police Department. The Orlando Police Department said a school resource officer searched the boy, who had a gun in his backpack. The teen was taken to the Juvenile Assessment Center. News 6 is not naming the teen due to his age. The boy faces charges of possession of a firearm on school property and carrying a concealed weapon.
Brush fire breaks out in Melbourne

1 week ago | clickorlando.com | Brenda Argueta

MELBOURNE, Fla. - A brush fire broke out Wednesday in Melbourne, creating lots of smoke in the area. The fire was reported around 1 p.m. in the area of 751 N. John Rodes Blvd. According to the Florida Forestry Service, the fire is currently 1.5 acres and 0% contained. Melbourne police said the fire is in the woods and no structures are threatened at this time. Traffic cameras in the area show smoke funneling into the sky.
Viera High School teacher arrested again on domestic violence charge

1 week ago | clickorlando.com | Brenda Argueta

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. - A Viera High School teacher who had previously been arrested on a domestic violence charge was arrested again after being accused of choking a woman at his Melbourne home, according to the Brevard County Sheriff's OfficeSam Davison, 33, was arrested Sunday evening. According to a probable cause affidavit, a woman at the home said she was trying to get her cellphone and router back from Davison, who was in a bathroom.