DeLand Sun News

150th Year	Friday, May 29, 2026	Internet Edition

West Volusia's Original Hometown Newspaper
By GUY MYSTERY Intrepid Reporter The DeLand Sun News was first published in 1876. After 115 years of operation, it was bought out by a competing paper in 1991. Publication was halted by 1992. This situation persisted until 2007, when the brand was revived online as a monument to this cherished local institution. Welcome to DeLand Sun News - the Internet Edition. Constantly updated DeLand area news, as well as US and World News, Sports and Lifestyle sections. News links appear below. This website makes use of automated links, it is not actively curated. If the links go bad, please send us an email and we will update the code.		If you love the DeLand Sun News, let everyone know! Buy some cool merchandise at our online store! Got a local scoop or a nice photo? Contact us. Other DSN Links DeLand Sun News - The Blog Answers to Reader Emails The DSN Store - Coffee Mugs, T-shirts and much more!

Spotlight: Historic Athens Theater

The Athens Theatre is one of the few existing examples of a classic American theatre in Central Florida. Once the centerpiece of DeLand, the Athens Theatre is a jewel of Italian Renaissance architecture. This historic theatre was designed in 1921 by prominent Orlando architect Murray S. King and first opened its doors on January 6th, 1922. On January 5th, 1922, the eve of the theater's opening, the DeLand Daily News declared the Athens to be "Florida's Handsomest Theatre" and "a gem of architecture". The theatre's name was derived from the vision of DeLand's founder, Henry DeLand, who sought to create a city that would be the "Athens of Florida". Visit their website.

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DeLand Area News
For Friday, May 29, 2026 (links are updated continually)

Woman arrested in Bike Week hit-and-run that injured 2 pedestrians

DeLand police have arrested a woman accused of fleeing a crash during Daytona Beach Bike Week that seriously injured two pedestrians in March.

Deltona woman arrested in credit union text-message phishing scheme

DeLand police have arrested a Deltona woman accused of using stolen banking credentials to fraudulently transfer more than $7,700 from a Florida credit union customer.

Volusia County Sheriff's Office: Driver of fleeing vehicle dies after being shot by deputy

A man is dead after being shot by a Volusia County Sheriff's deputy in the parking lot of the Walmart Neighborhood Market on S. Woodland Blvd. in DeLand

Sheriff releases video from body camera credited with deflecting bullet, saving Florida deputy's life

Newly released video shows a Volusia County deputy’s body camera stopping a bullet during a shooting, an impact authorities say likely saved his life.

Authorities search for teens accused of harming gopher tortoise in DeLand

Authorities in Florida are searching for two teenagers accused of spraying expanding foam insulation into the mouth of a gopher tortoise in DeLand, an incident wildlife officials are investigating as possible animal cruelty.

Man accused of abusing infant as investigators cite shaking, brain injuries

Authorities say a Florida man is accused of abusing a 7-month-old infant, leaving the child with serious brain injuries that required emergency surgery.

Water main break opens large crater, closes DeLand road

A ruptured water main caused by contractor work has left a major roadway damaged and closed in DeLand.

Judge seals part of alleged confession in Volusia County deputy shooting case

New details emerged in court as a man accused of trying to kill a Volusia County deputy appeared before a judge Thursday, with the hearing focused on whether portions of his alleged confession should be kept from the public.

Cats found in deplorable conditions at DeLand inn; several dead

Authorities in Volusia County are investigating after 19 cats were found in deplorable conditions at a DeLand inn.

Florida mom killed in wrong-way crash: 'She’s gone and it’s not fair'

A family is grieving the loss of a young mother after a deadly wrong-way crash in DeLand. Loved ones said 27-year-old Keissy Luperon Jimenez was driving home from work early Wednesday morning.

DeLand shooting leads to 3 arrests, fentanyl, gun seizure

A report of gunfire in DeLand led police to a shooting victim and the arrest of two suspects.

US News
For Friday, May 29, 2026 (links are updated continually)

Teen released by ICE wants to stay in U.S.: "Doing the right things"

Ricardo Hernandez-Navarrete graduated from high school after being released by ICE, but he and his mother still face the possibility of deportation.

Could a decades-old DNA sample solve the yogurt shop murder case?

The 1991 murder of four teenage girls in a Texas yogurt shop remains unsolved, but there's hope that advancing DNA technology will change that.

Are 2 never-identified customers key to solving yogurt shop murders?

Two men were seen in a Texas yogurt shop just before four teenage girls were killed there in 1991, and some wonder whether identifying them will lead to answers in the unsolved case.

Men wrongfully accused of yogurt shop murders declared innocent

One of the four men who was initially convicted was sent to death row in the killing of four teenagers in a crime that haunted Austin for decades.

Bullet casing at yogurt shop links serial killer to the infamous murders

"48 Hours" can exclusively report there has been a huge break in the 1991 murders of four teenage girls in a Texas yogurt shop.

Families, investigators remain haunted by unsolved Texas yogurt shop murders

Could new information lead to answers in the brutal murder of four teenage girls in Austin, Texas, more than 30 years ago?

Judge temporarily blocks DOJ work on $1.7+ billion "anti-weaponization" fund

The Justice Department announced the $1.7 billion fund as part of a settlement of a civil lawsuit President Trump brought against the IRS.

Shrey Parikh wins 2026 Scripps spelling bee after correctly spelling 32 words in 90 seconds

Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old eighth grader from Rancho Cucamonga, California, won the 98th annual Scripps National Spelling Bee. Lilia Luciano reports.

Woman without right hand ticketed for holding phone says she "felt very uncomfortable"

Katie Thomas, a Florida woman who is missing her right hand, is reacting to a stunning traffic stop video that emerged showing an encounter where an officer alleged she was texting and driving - using her right hand. Cristian Benavides has more.

Data center frenzy is spurring a jobs boomlet for blue-collar workers

The rush to build thousands of U.S. data centers is driving demand for some workers, though economists project fewer permanent jobs.

World News
For Friday, May 29, 2026 (links are updated continually)

Kenyan court blocks opening of U.S. Ebola quarantine center on air base

U.S. government plans to open a quarantine center for Americans exposed to Ebola on an air base in Kenya have been temporarily halted by a court order.

Laos miner emerges from cave where group has been trapped, organization says

The lead rescue diver told "CBS Mornings" earlier Friday that teaching the trapped miners how to scuba dive might be the only way to free them.

U.S. and Iran "not there yet" on a deal but "very close," Vance says

With the Strait of Hormuz still gridlocked and war raging in Lebanon, Iran and the U.S. both say there's no agreement yet.

AI warfare is here and the U.S. Army is practicing for it, robots and all

In the U.S. military's latest war games, AI took a front seat. A top commander told CBS News "it's not going to go away, and we ignore it at our own peril."

Laos miners remain trapped in cave with oxygen running low

Rescuers may have to teach at least five miners trapped in a Laos cave to scuba dive as they run out of ways to extract them. Matt Gutman reports.

Potential U.S.-Iran ceasefire extension as deal talks progress

There's progress toward a 60-day memorandum of understanding between the U.S. and Iran, but a deal has not been reached yet. Imtiaz Tyab reports.

Romania says Russian drone hit apartments, lightly wounding 2 people

The Russian drone struck an apartment building, wounding two people, Romanian officials said.

Claude Lemieux, 4-time Stanley Cup champion, dies at age 60

The NHL Alumni Association announced Claude Lemieux's death. A cause of death was not immediately available, nor was it clear where Lemieux was when he died.

Vance says "still TBD" if Trump will sign a U.S.-Iran deal

The vice president says the U.S. and Iran are "very close" to a deal, but are "not there yet." Meanwhile, the U.S. struck Iran, which retaliated against a U.S. base.

U.S. carries out new strikes against Iranian military site, official says

The U.S. military carried out another round of strikes on Iran, a U.S. official confirmed to CBS News on Wednesday, another challenge to a shaky ceasefire between the two countries.

Sports
For Friday, May 29, 2026 (links are updated continually)

2026 NASCAR Cup Series Title Odds: Tyler Reddick Favored, Denny Hamlin Second

With five wins on the season, Tyler Reddick is still favored to win the NASCAR Cup Series championship. Here are the latest odds.

2025-26 NBA Playoff Odds: Spreads, Lines for Conference Finals

The NBA playoffs are down to just a few teams. Check out the odds for the conference finals.

Everything To Know For The INDYCAR Detroit Grand Prix

There's no rest for the weary as INDYCAR heads to the streets of Detroit fresh off a fantastic Indy 500 finish. Here's what to know.

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Lifestyle
For Friday, May 29, 2026 (links are updated continually)

Comb-Over No More: Why Men's Hair Transplants Are Flourishing

Via (often painful) surgical procedures costing up to $15,000, more men are using Covid-era downtime to “grow” new thatches.

Hudson Valley Weekend Trips: Where to Find the Region's Best New Restaurants, Hotels and Kombucha Sorbet

New York’s Hudson River Valley has been transformed by upstart boutiques, upcycling and handcrafted everything. These three weekend itineraries let you sample it all, from reimagined hotels to weirdly wonderful food.

Wines That Entertain as Well as Impress

At a time of year when people are looking for light wines, our wine columnist went out in search of the lighthearted. While these wines may have silly names, they’re no lightweights in terms of quality.

Humidifiers vs Dehumidifiers vs Purifiers: Which One Do I Actually Need?

Whether you’re prepping for wildfire season, trying to get your allergies under control or just looking for relief from dry skin, one of these devices can help.

Can Inflatable Outdoor Furniture Ever Be Chic?

Some design pros say today’s patio-ready bubble chairs and blow-up chaises are a fresh take on a pop classic. Others say they’re just too tween. We let them duke it out.