Medical episode leads to collision between sedan and school bus in Central Florida

MARION COUNTY, Fla. — The Florida Highway Patrol reports that a sedan collided with a school bus on May 4, at 9:02 a.m. in Marion County. The incident took place at the intersection of US 441 and SE 176th Street. The report states that the sedan driver moved into the left turn lane after a medical emergency, causing a collision. Of the 27 students on the school bus, two, along with the driver of the sedan, were taken to a nearby hospital for medical care.After the impact, both vehicles moved onto the grass shoulder, south of the crash location. The school bus had 27 students on board at the time of the crash.The 21-year-old male sedan driver from Ocala sustained minor injuries in the crash while wearing a seat belt. The school bus was driven by a 66-year-old female, also from Ocala. She reported no injuries from the collision and was wearing a seat belt. Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.TOP STORIES FROM WFTV CHANNEL 9FHP: 3 dead, several hurt in DeLeon Springs head-on crashOrlando Magic fire head coach Jamahl MosleyPresident Trump approves extended red snapper season for Florida fishermenBaby born twice after pioneering surgery in OrlandoSanford temple arson suspect captured after police chase, officials say©2026 Cox Media GroupMedical episode leads to collision between sedan and school bus in Central FloridaBaby born twice after pioneering surgery in OrlandoFHP: 3 dead, several hurt in DeLeon Springs head-on crashSanford temple arson suspect captured after police chase, officials sayNation’s top high school jazz band title goes to Central Florida school

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida Department of Education has released a new U.S. history course framework designed as an alternative to Advanced Placement classes.The course, part of the state’s Florida Advanced Courses and Tests program, is intended to offer another option for students seeking advanced coursework.State officials said the class will allow students to earn high school credit and potentially college credit if they pass a corresponding exam and enroll in a Florida public college or university.The program was created through a 2023 law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.According to the department, the U.S. history course will launch as a pilot program in the upcoming school year, with school districts and charter schools invited to participate.Education officials said the new course is meant to expand access to advanced academic opportunities.The state previously piloted a college algebra course under the same program at dozens of schools.Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.TOP STORIES FROM WFTV CHANNEL 9Medical episode leads to collision between sedan and school bus in Central FloridaFHP: 3 dead, several hurt in DeLeon Springs head-on crashOrlando Magic fire head coach Jamahl MosleyPresident Trump approves extended red snapper season for Florida fishermenBaby born twice after pioneering surgery in Orlando©2026 Cox Media GroupMedical episode leads to collision between sedan and school bus in Central FloridaBaby born twice after pioneering surgery in OrlandoFHP: 3 dead, several hurt in DeLeon Springs head-on crashSanford temple arson suspect captured after police chase, officials sayNation’s top high school jazz band title goes to Central Florida school

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FHP: 3 dead, several hurt in DeLeon Springs head-on crash

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol are investigating a fatal head-on collision that occurred in DeLeon Springs, Volusia County. The crash involved a 2023 Honda CR-V and a 2021 Ford Expedition, with preliminary evidence suggesting the Honda entered the westbound lane of SR-40, colliding with the Ford. All three occupants of the Honda were pronounced dead at the scene, while four individuals in the Ford were transported to the hospital for treatment. Authorities are working to confirm the identities of all those involved.

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