for nearly a decade, carol wick has been the chief executive of harbor house of central florida. investigator mike deforest is looking into her determination. this really has come as a surprise to a lot of people who were familiar with wick's work. >> it has. when it came to protecting domestic violence victims, carol wick was the face of the organization and one of its most tonight board members are not explaining why they decided to part ways with her. >> the people are sleeping on cots and air mattresses just to stay safe because someone is trying to kill them. >> carol wick has overseen harbor house for nearly a decade. back in september she broke ground on the area's newest domestic violence shelter. it runs a 24-hour abuse hotline and provides services to thousands of victims and their children. in a prepared statement, the harbor house chairman wrote the following: >> now, wick tells news 6 this has not been her decision. she did not explain why the board fired her, but she praised the staff and the clients of harbor house, saying it was more than a job to her. it was a ca

one of central florida's most outspoken advocates against >> carol wick has overseen harbor house of central florida for nearly a decade now. tonight she's been fired by the board of directors. do we have any idea why she's been replaced? >> not yet. i've asked representatives of harbor house of central florida why she was terminated but they've not answered my questions. >> in the past decade, carol wick has been the most prominent voice in central florida, raising awareness about domestic violence. back in september, the harbor house c.e.o. broke ground on the area's newest domestic violence shelter. it also runs a 24-hour abuse hotline and provides outreach services to thousands of victims and their children. in a prepared statement, the harbor house chairman wrote, "the board is focused on the mission of harbor house and raising awareness to end domestic violence and saving lives. for the organization and wish her well in her endeavors." >> carol wick says she's proud of the organization and has the highest regard for the staff and its clients. the search is on for wick's replace

intermittently. >> reporter: for years carol wick has been the faithful harbor house central florida. the ceo was named one of central florida's 50 most under her leadership, the shelter for victims of domestic violence has helped thousands of women who have told channel 9 their stories and voiced appreciation for harbor house's help. >> i feel safe but i feel like an advocate -- like they care. >> reporter: carol wick oversaw and expansion and added the spec -- pet shoulder so pets would not leave abuse victims from leaving home. she worked with law enforcement to change the way officers respond to calls to keep victims say. an email sent out at 8:47 am said goodbye to my meeting staff and said no that my dedication to you and to survivors will remain and told them to always remember that all you do save lives and make a difference. the board said an interim ceo will be announced in the coming days and it is now doing a nationwide search for the new ceo. wick to talk to her but so far we have not heard back. live in the newsroom, kelly ballots, channel 9 eyewitness news. >>> the hou

we told you last week when the board of harbor house fired long time ceo carol wick without explanation. wick was with the organization nearly a decade. her lawyer says the firing may have violated wick's account contract and the bylaws of harbor house. he is working on a severance deal. he says he wants to resolve everything without going to court but didn't give any other details. >> a security guard is becoming an internet hit, not for his crime fighting skills but rather his looks. >> he seems to resemble a hollywood heart throb. they call him leo's megame because as you can see, he is he has been cast in a reality tv show called romance with dicaprio. in the show he does things like take voice lessons in hopes of becoming like the real leonardo. >> kind of looks like his cousin. >> i can see it in the ideas a little bit. >> rain through the afternoon. tomorrow another round of storms. tomorrow's round could be strong to severe on through the afternoon hours. we'll keep you up to date on changes. this is not so much for today but tomorrow from noon on, a chance for strong wind gusts

. >> the board of harbor house cut their ties with carol wick and no explanation. it happened after the executive gave her a heads-up. it was not her idea to leave but she's proud of the work she's done. the board said it will name an nationwide search for her replacement. >> no sign of baby willow abandoned by her mother moments after her birth. channel 9 is live at the apartments where that baby got her nickname. the neighbors want dive teams involved in the search. >> i'm standing in the parking lot where the search began. evidence in this parking lot of a childbirth but tonight neighbors tell us they want police searching an area two blocks away from the spot. >> neighbors guided us to this pond along silver star rd., they want to know if police will search this area as a precaution. >> there's a pond over there, they should check it. >> they found it to be a 10 minute walk from the apartments where baby willow was born monday. we took the concerns to police an sent an e-mail but have not >> they're waiting to hear what happened. >> 30-year-old susan richardson

carol wick was voted out, no explanation was given. wicksaid it was not her idea to leave. >>> a new lawsuit. now, an orange county man is pursuing a $50 million class action lawsuit against the department of highway safety. attorneys are saying crespin's after he refused to take a breath test in new jersey. he was -- breath test in november. >> you are entitled to have an independent judge or magistrate department. if the law enforcement officer had probable cause to pull you over and if they had probable cause based on the roadside test to arrest you. >> now, if approved attorneys are saying the lawsuit could include thousands of drivers who also refused the test. >>> a crew member of the el faro ship warned the captain was the hurricane. he sent a text message to captain davidson warning him about hurricane joaquin. and replied that he was going to go south. and it sank leaving >>> the f.b.i. is not saying this morning why they raided the hope of a brother of one of the san bernadina terrorists. no one was arrested. it is part of an

carol wick was let c-e-o. our news partners at the orlando sentinel report-- wick has since retained a lawyer. her attorney tells the sentinel.. wick was given no notice-- and no severance pay-- which violated the agency's by-laws and contract with wick. both sides are now working to resolve the situation without filing a lawsuit. in lake county -- a u5ains behind bars... accused of biting a police officer. it happened friday night...at a hotel on burleigh boulevard. tavares police say... they got a call that "cassandra manning" was passed out in a hallway. officers arrived.. and found manning in a hotel room with her husband... yelling. police say she refused to calm down.. so they put her in cuffs.. and that's when she bit an officer on the arm. manning is charged with battery on a law enforcement officer. you decide 2016-- donald trump continues to lead polls heading into the nevada caucuses. that is with the negative ads being this comes--as ted cruz faces new controvery for something his national spokesma

. >>> tonight the board of harbor house cut ties with carol wick without explanation. it happened this morning after the executive committee had given wick a head's up and wick released a statement saying it was not her idea to leave but she said proud of the work she's done over the past 10 years. the board said it will name an interim ceo soon and is starting a nationwide search for wick's replacement. >>> a local doctor was arrested accused of raping a young girl 20 years ago. steven summerville is in jail on bond tonight. investigators say the victim came forward in 2013. tim barber is live at the investigators say the victim has been going back and forth about whether or not to follow through. >> reporter: she decided to press charges last week and that's all deputies needed. he works right here in the building. we couldn't help but notice that a pediatrician works next week. >> investigators say steven summerville has been keeping a secret for 20 years and this week it finally landed him in jail. >> oh, my goodness. i don't believe it. not any neighbor. >> evan b

carol wick. wick says it was not her chose. the news of her resignation is surprising. she oversaw the organization's 24-hour abuse hotline as well as outreach programs and domestic violence shelters, including the construction of a new one scheduled to open later this year. in a prepared statement, harbor house's chairman wrote the following. >> meanwhile, wick tells news 6, quote, "i have nothing but the highest regard for the staff, the clients, and the crucial mission of that astounding life-saving organization. for me, this work has been so much more than just a job. it's been a calling." soon begin its search for a new c.e.o. >> shocking news tonight. thank you, mike. new details tonight. we know the names of the two men found shot to death in winter park. police say they were 46-year-old frank leroy freeman and 24-year-old jordan da juan ingram. the shooting happened late last night on comstock avenue, close to park avenue and not far from rawlins college. winter park police are not releasing much information at this time but they say they're not looking for any

. >> carol wick was the ceo of harbor house of central florida for almost 10 years. she recently expanded her fight against domestic violence to the international arena. last year conferring with the united nations and the bill and melinda gates foundation. >> she worked with law enforcement and other agencies that help victims of domestic violence. wick apparently saw this coming. channel 9 has obtained this e-mail she sent to staff before 9:00 telling them the e-mail said i'm going to miss seeing you-all achieve great things. >> the shelter expanded to help more families and even added a pet shelter so pets would not hold back domestic violence victims from leaving home. domestic violence victims had nothing but praise. >> reporter: the board said her legacy will live long because of her commitment and it appreciates all she's done. no explanation as to why she's out. live in the news room, kathy belich, channel 9, eyewitness news. >>> a bill that could tighten restrictions on abortion clinics is on the move in the house and senate much to the disappointment of pla

word coming that harbor house has fired its long-serving and well-liked ceo carol wick. wick has been a fixture in central florida in the fight against domestic violence, and the news is stunning to many. wesh 2' s michelle meredith is live with reaction. michelle, what is the latest tonight? michelle: the news is coming to community leaders. anyone that worked with her on the many changes that she pushed for. the news release from harbor house is fairly shoot, says the board of directors approved a leadership change and they appreciate all she did for the organization and wish her well in the future endeavors. there is no hint as to what harbor house is a facility that gives 100 people women and children shoulder from domestic abuse. it is in the middle of a big fundraiser to expand the facility. >> i think the community deserves a better explanation than we just let her go. carol has been a part of this for seven years for raising domestic violence in his community, being extra nearly successful advocate on behalf of people who are victims of domestic violence, working

who carol wick has hired. what she is asking the organization to do. >> it is a big day in election 2016 news. in a few hours, republican voters in nevada will pick their choice for president. coming up, we'll show you who got a key endorsement before to want's caucuses. >> continuing to follow news out of orlando. a man shot in the stomach during a home invasion. who police are searching for. are watching news 6 getting results for port orange, altamonte springs on the air and on the news 6 app. >> just waking up, we are following two breaking stories overnight. first orlando police searching for three suspects accused of shooting a man during a home invasion. this happened after the victim answered a knock at the door at pine view apartments. the victim was rushed to the hospital in serious condition. and breaking overnight in orange and kills two family dogs. the family of seven who lives there was able to get out safely along with four of their pets. the cause of the fire is now under investigation. >> in

. >> carol wick, c.e.o. of harbor house of central florida says there are a number of reasons a restraining order can be denied. >> often times these injunctions get denied not because the judge makes a mistake, but because the information isn't complete and accurate in them. as investigators wait for the medical examiner's report, the brevard county schools community mourns the loss of one of its shining stars. the district superintendent saying, ms. cook was one of the finest people to have walked the halls of our school >> i feel like a better person because of her. >> in court documents, ms. cook and her attorney allege that mr. cook had anger management issues but we have not been able to find any long criminal past on mr. cook. meanwhile grief counselors will be here at rock ledge high school tomorrow. jason: covering volusia county, charges through volusia county. police say the child took his parents' pick-up monday. a concerned driver called 9-1-1 and followed the pick-up, starting in edgwater. poli

we told you long time ceo carol wick was ousted but there's still been no explanation as to why. she said it was not her idea to leave. harbor house said it will begin a nationwide search for the permanent replacement in the coming days. >>> a former waiter and a popular deland restaurant is facing criminal charges after police say he was altering credit card payments to give himself more money in tips. according to police, he would change the amounts in the computer after customers signed the restaurant show the police discrepancies in more than 100 receipts and the suspect's attorney says he's innocent. >>> and orange county deputies say an armed gunman, the picture is known for wearing a number of disguises. he's hit eight stores in the county, and his mask fell allowing the clerk to get a pretty good look at him. >>> a mother says her daughter is being severely bullied at school but can't get any help. >> stop sending me around on this merry-go-round. >> the response she got from the school and police when she brought up concerns. >> temperatures pulling fast tonight, we'll h

meredith: harbor house of central florida has fired its long-serving ceo, carol wick. today the board of directors of the local domestic violence shelter approved a leadership change, and wick was removed from her position. no reason was given for her dismissal. wick had been at harbor house last year, she oversaw the ground-breaking for a new home to help victims of domestic violence. new tonight, she released a statement saying in part quote, while it was not my decision to leave, i am particularly proud of where the organization stands. stewart: a lawsuit filed today claims a clermont massage parlor did not do enough to protect women from sexual assault. the hand and stone massage and facial spa is being sued for unspecified damages after a woman said she was inappropriately touched during a massage last summer. the company had no comment. four women have come forward accusing massage therapist cesar guerrero of sexually assaulting them at several different massage parlors. guerrero was arrested in december and has plead not guilty to felony sexual battery. at a new

. >> carol wick, ceo of harbor house of central fl says there are a number of reasons a restraining order can be denied. >> often times these injunctions get denied not because the judge makes a mistake, but because the information isn' t complete and accurate in them. >> as investigators wait for the medical examiner' s report, the brevard county schools community shining stars. the district superintendent saying, ms. cook was one of the finest people to have walked the halls of our school. >> i feel like a better person because of her. >> in court documents, ms. cook and her attorney alleged mr. cook had anger management issues. but so far, we' ve found very little on any criminal past he may have. meanwhile the school district , says grief counselors will be onsite tomorrow for students and staff. meredith: the family of a port orange women who disappeared six years ago is still hoping that someone comes forward with information. she was 28 years old when she left her house without her medication, got into a car with somebody and disappeared. the case is still active, and there is a $3

carol wick was voted out, no explanation was given. wick released a statement the board also said they would start a nationwide search. >>> a new lawsuit is claiming that the state is violating the rights of drunk drivers. now, a florida man is serving a lawsuit against the state. crespin's driver's license was suspended in december, he was found guilty of dui, but the way the license is confiscated and suspended is violation of his due process rights. >> you are entitled to have a judge or magistrate to determine. if they had probable cause to pull you over and arrest you. >> the lawsuit could include thousands of drivers who also refused the test. >>> crew member of the sunken el faro cargo ship warned the captain about the hurricane the second made sent a text message to davidson warning him about hurricane joaquin. and davidson replied and he was going to stay near, but go south of the hurricane. el faro sank after leaving jacksonville on october. all three people died. >>> new overnight, melbourne police busted a group of people w

the domestic violence center announced carol wick is no longer in charge. harbor house released a the board is focused on the mission of harbor house and raising awareness to end domestic violence and saving lives. we appreciate all carol did for the organization and wish her well. michelle: a new state historical marker will be placed at a park entrance this afternoon. the orange county mayor and members of the apopka historical society will be on hand. the rock springs inside the park have attracted visitors for nearly 90 years. >> thousands of runners are making their way through disney. the disney princess 5k began at 5:30 this morning in epcot, the first of several races this weekend. the disney princess enchanted 10k is tomorrow and runners will line up again on sunday for the half marathon. >> we're wrapping up for the daytona 500, the event that puts the national spotlight on daytona beach. >> thousands are fans are in town and ready for a we have a preview of all the excitement. good morning, brett. >> good morning. this is what race fans have been

we told you last week long-time ceo carol wick was ousted, but there's still been no explanation as to why. wick said it was not her idea to leave. harbor house said it will begin a nationwide search for her replacement in the coming days. >>> alone and defenseless. for the first time, we're getting an inside look at the violence inside florida's mental health hospitals. the video is graphic. as investigator reporter christopher heath discovered, these images show only a really going on inside these state-run facilities. >> tonya cook was the only employee on the floor of this state mental facility when a patient approached her with a radio antenna. he stabbed her four times in the face before help could arrive. that help, not fellow staff, but patients. this is life inside florida's mental hospitals. the attack on cook was investigated by the county sheriff's office as well as a half-dozen other incidents at the same hospital. the videos obtained by the sheriff give a rare inside glimpse into florida's underfunded and understaffed state mental hospitals. >> it's amazing to me that leg

. >> carol, the long time ceo of harbor house was ousted by the agency's board of directors. wick has been overseeing everything from the shelter to abuse hotline. she said while it was not my decision to leave, i am particularly proud of where the immaterial to express my unyielding gratitude to the organizations in the community who have given my professional life its purpose and its joy. harbor house is giving no explanation for the firing, only saying there will be a nation-wide search for a replacement. >> a train nearly slams into the back of the school bus. it was caught by cell phone camera. you can see the train speeding within two to three feet of the bus. it happened after the bus driver failed to stop at least 15 feet from the tracks. open the door and listen for trains. she has been fired. the driver claims she was having trouble driving safely. no one was hurt. >> a new station has a brand new worker in the form of a golden retriever pup. kkrk employee. the pup made his debut last week. while shade won the hearts of viewers, the bosses weren't too excited about the i

any type of wicked thought and activities can come and go, and our educators, politicians, and churches are more concerned about god's truth and righteousness. carol: graham has not endorsed a candidate. in fact, he resigned from the gop in december, saying he was disgusted by some of the party's actions. michael: we're just four days away from the next republican debate, and that will happen in greenville. some of the candidates have scheduled campaign stops this week across the upstate. marco rubio and donald trump have events scheduled tomorrow, and jeb bush has a meet and greet scheduled for friday. for a complete list, check out our mobile app. carol: this thursday, wyff 4 is teaming up with the riley institute at furman university, for a commitment 2016 voter focus group with peter hart. this is an exclusive, live-streaming event that will take place in our wyff 4 studios. it will include upstate voters, who will weigh in on the upcoming first in the south presidential primaries. nationally-known pollster peter hart works with national news organizations, including nbc news and the wall street journal. you can watch this exclusive event on t

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