Randi Hildreth

1 month ago | fox35orlando.com | Randi Hildreth

Two Sanford Police officers have stepped down following an internal investigation into the department’s delayed response to a 2024 hostage situation at a local gas station, where a woman was held at knifepoint in a bathroom. Sanford Police hostage response breakdown What we know: Two Sanford Police officers have left the department following an internal investigation into their response to a 2024 hostage situation involving a woman held at knifepoint in a gas station bathroom.

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Randi Hildreth

The BriefTwo Sanford police officers are out after a delayed response to a gas station hostage crisis. An internal review spurred disciplinary actions and department reforms. Chief Cecil Smith pledges policy changes as the suspect remains jailed. SANFORD, Fla. - Two Sanford Police officers have stepped down following an internal investigation into the department’s delayed response to a 2024 hostage situation at a local gas station, where a woman was held at knifepoint in a bathroom.

1 month ago | fox35orlando.com | Randi Hildreth

What we know: At least 4 families spoke with Fox 35 after they say their loved one's graves were cleared of sentimental mementos at Oviedo Methodist Cemetery in early May. The families have called on the church that owns the cemetery to apologize for their actions. They're also pushing for clearance to continue to place items at their loved one's graves. The church has since apologized and says it plans to meet with families impacted.

1 month ago | fox35orlando.com | Randi Hildreth

What we know: Lake County Schools issued warnings to parents about the TikTok Challenge Wednesday. The district advised students and parents they could face severe consequences - including expulsion or criminal charges - if a student is caught doing the challenge on a district device. This comes after a brief evacuation at Mt. Dora Middle School on Wednesday. The district confirmed the incident which prompted several classrooms to briefly evacuate.

1 month ago | fox35orlando.com | Randi Hildreth

Orange County Public Schools confirmed to FOX 35 News that it had to cut teaching positions because of anticipated student enrollment dips. ‘Decline in enrollment means a decline in funding’ What we know: Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) is preparing to cut teaching positions in response to a projected enrollment decline of approximately 3,100 students for the next academic year. Fewer students mean less state funding, and district officials estimate a potential $28 million budget shortfall.