Could metal detectors be installed in Flagler County schools?
Flagler County is looking to make schools safer for students by possibly adding metal detectors. Flagler Schools School Board Chair Will Furry joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about safety measures.
Flagler County is looking to make schools safer for students by possibly adding metal detectors. Flagler Schools School Board Chair Will Furry joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about safety measures.
Jane Goodall, renowned conservationist, dies at 91
Jane Goodall, the famed conservationist known for her expertise on chimpanzees and her globe-spanning advocacy of environmental causes, has died.
Jane Goodall, the famed conservationist known for her expertise on chimpanzees and her globe-spanning advocacy of environmental causes, has died.
Students preparing for the PSAT/NMSQT
Students are getting ready for a big exam later this month. Priscilla Rodriguez, senior vice president with College Readiness Assessments, joins Good day Orlando to talk more about the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test
Students are getting ready for a big exam later this month. Priscilla Rodriguez, senior vice president with College Readiness Assessments, joins Good day Orlando to talk more about the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test
OCPS to vote on Hungerford deal Tuesday
A multimillion dollar deal is on the line for a historic property in Eatonville on Tuesday. The Hungerford 117-acre site has long been viewed as a symbol of Eatonville?s resilience and history. FOX 35's Marley Capper shares more about the deal and why it's controversial in the community.
A multimillion dollar deal is on the line for a historic property in Eatonville on Tuesday. The Hungerford 117-acre site has long been viewed as a symbol of Eatonville?s resilience and history. FOX 35's Marley Capper shares more about the deal and why it's controversial in the community.
Florida welcomes Success Academy to state
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins spoke on Thursday morning in Miami. At the event, DeSantis announced that Success Academy, a charter school network, is coming to the Sunshine State. Success Academy will start in Miami, and DeSantis said he believes it will expand throughout the state in the future.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins spoke on Thursday morning in Miami. At the event, DeSantis announced that Success Academy, a charter school network, is coming to the Sunshine State. Success Academy will start in Miami, and DeSantis said he believes it will expand throughout the state in the future.
Gov. DeSantis touts school choice as Florida welcomes Success Academy to state
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Success Academy, a charter school network, is coming to Florida.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Success Academy, a charter school network, is coming to Florida.
Florida school official faces state review over Charlie Kirk social media post
Alachua County School Board Vice Chair Tina Certain has been summoned to appear before the state Board of Education in November after posting critical comments about conservative media personality Charlie Kirk on social media.
Alachua County School Board Vice Chair Tina Certain has been summoned to appear before the state Board of Education in November after posting critical comments about conservative media personality Charlie Kirk on social media.
Edith I. Starke Elementary School now open
Edith I. Starke Elementary School is now open in Volusia County. The school is designed to accommodate 650 students.
Edith I. Starke Elementary School is now open in Volusia County. The school is designed to accommodate 650 students.
Charlie Kirk death: Florida Education Commissioner warns teachers about social media posts
Florida Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas has warned teachers and school staff members to watch what they post on social media, specifically in the wake of the shooting death of political activist Charlie Kirk.
Florida Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas has warned teachers and school staff members to watch what they post on social media, specifically in the wake of the shooting death of political activist Charlie Kirk.
Orange County schools face $28M funding loss
It's only been a month into the new school year, but leaders say there are fewer students attending Orange County Public Schools. This means the district will be losing tens of millions of dollars in state funding. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie explains just how much funding the school district is losing.
It's only been a month into the new school year, but leaders say there are fewer students attending Orange County Public Schools. This means the district will be losing tens of millions of dollars in state funding. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie explains just how much funding the school district is losing.
Getting students ready for their careers
In the current job market, employers are prioritizing skills such as critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. These skills are more important to have now that Artificial Intelligence is taking over more jobs. Jessica Wensel, Rollins College career coach, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about how to build those skills.
In the current job market, employers are prioritizing skills such as critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. These skills are more important to have now that Artificial Intelligence is taking over more jobs. Jessica Wensel, Rollins College career coach, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about how to build those skills.
UCF vs. North Carolina A&T: The highlights
The UCF Knights defeated the North Carolina A&T Aggies, 7-68, at the Big House. Here are top plays, players, and moments from the game.
The UCF Knights defeated the North Carolina A&T Aggies, 7-68, at the Big House. Here are top plays, players, and moments from the game.
'Grow Healthy Kids' handing out recess kits
There's a renewed push to help children get more active. A local nonprofit called "Grow Healthy Kids" is giving out recess kits at area schools' FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie gives us an inside look.
There's a renewed push to help children get more active. A local nonprofit called "Grow Healthy Kids" is giving out recess kits at area schools' FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie gives us an inside look.
OCPS enrollment drops could affect budget
Orange County Public Schools has seen declining enrollment for years now. This year, they say thousands of students are again missing, and about half of the students come from immigrant families. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie explains why some parents say they're scared to send their child to school.
Orange County Public Schools has seen declining enrollment for years now. This year, they say thousands of students are again missing, and about half of the students come from immigrant families. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie explains why some parents say they're scared to send their child to school.
Will it rain for UCF's home openers vs. Jax State?
FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Noah Bergren breaks down the latest weather headlines, from the heat across the country to the projected forecast for the UCF Knights football home opener this Thursday against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks.
FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Noah Bergren breaks down the latest weather headlines, from the heat across the country to the projected forecast for the UCF Knights football home opener this Thursday against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks.
Florida teacher faces discipline after 'Most Likely to Become A Dictator' mock award sparks backlash
A teacher in Florida is facing possible discipline after reportedly giving a student a mock award, sparking backlash from the student’s family and state officials.
A teacher in Florida is facing possible discipline after reportedly giving a student a mock award, sparking backlash from the student’s family and state officials.
Dorm room decorating ideas
As many students head back to college, it's time to learn how to decorate student dorms. It's possible to select cute and cozy decor at that's also cost-affordable. Mindy Black, The Home Stylist, joins Good Day Orlando to share some suggestions.
As many students head back to college, it's time to learn how to decorate student dorms. It's possible to select cute and cozy decor at that's also cost-affordable. Mindy Black, The Home Stylist, joins Good Day Orlando to share some suggestions.
Lake Brantley band has first member with Down syndrome
The band at Lake Brantley High School now has its first member with Down syndrome. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz heads over to the school's campus to meet the student, as well as the rest of the band and its leader.
The band at Lake Brantley High School now has its first member with Down syndrome. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz heads over to the school's campus to meet the student, as well as the rest of the band and its leader.
Move-in day at Rollins College in Winter Park
It's officially move-in day at Rollins College in Winter Park. FOX 35's Stephanie Rivas, an alumni of the school, heads over to campus to speak with parents and students.
It's officially move-in day at Rollins College in Winter Park. FOX 35's Stephanie Rivas, an alumni of the school, heads over to campus to speak with parents and students.
Florida files lawsuits against textbook publishers
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier joined together Tuesday morning in St. Cloud to announce actions being taken against textbook companies that they say have "exploited Florida taxpayers." Uthmeier said his office has filed a lawsuit against McGraw Hill LLC and Savvas Learning Company LLC.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier joined together Tuesday morning in St. Cloud to announce actions being taken against textbook companies that they say have "exploited Florida taxpayers." Uthmeier said his office has filed a lawsuit against McGraw Hill LLC and Savvas Learning Company LLC.