FOX 35 Backpack Brigade: Donate school supplies for Florida students
FOX 35's Care Force and One Heart for Women and Children have teamed up to help Florida families gather school supplies, so kids can focus on learning – and hopefully lessen the financial stress for moms, dads, guardians, and caregivers. Join us on Friday, Aug. 2, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Walmart Supercenter on Colonial Drive in Orlando. The FOX 35 Care Force will be out there collecting various school supplies kids need to be successful for the upcoming school year: backpacks, lunchboxes, crayons, pencils, notebooks, markers, and scissors, plus more.
Flavors of Florida festival at Disney Springs
Central Florida has a major perk with all the theme parks and attractions surrounding us. There are a few things you might not know, and that's because there are many tips, tricks, and secrets to these parks and special events. Michele Atwood with The Main Street Mouse has details on the Flavors of Florida festival at Disney Springs.
Client donates her kidney to her hairstylist
On this week segment's of FOX 35 Care Force, we are honoring Heather, a client of The Look Salon in Oviedo, who donated her kidney to hairstylist Cheryl.
Good Samaritan honored for rescuing driver
A Good Samaritan was in the right place at the right time to save a life when he pulled a driver from a fiery car wreck back in February.
Couple helps to raise more than 250 kids at Florida’s Residing Hope
Our FOX35 Care Force is recognizing a special couple making a difference in the lives of hundreds of kids navigating through the foster care system. FOX35’s Amanda McKenzie spent time with Mike and Maritza Velez and their teen girls in their care at their Residing Hope cottage in Volusia County
Preview of EA Sports College Football 25
EA Sports College Football 25 will be released at midnight on July 19. FOX 35's LuAnne Sorrell got a sneak peek and preview of the game for her new show on FOX Local, Overtime.
World's second-largest cruise ship, ‘Utopia of the Seas,’ calls Central Florida home
The "Utopia of the Seas," one of the largest cruise ships in the world and the second largest ship overall, has docked at Port Canaveral, bringing a floating city to Central Florida.
Honoring Lt. Jeff Moore from Leesburg Fire Dept.
Lt. Jeff Moore from the Leesburg Fire Department was nominated for the FOX 35 Care Force award
Joe Bonsall, legendary Oak Ridge Boys tenor, dies at 76
Joe Bonsall, a long-time member of the iconic music group The Oak Ridge Boys, died at 76 due to complications from ALS..
FOX 35 Morning Scoop: Join us for free ice cream
Summertime in Central Florida means it's hot and humid outside! Cool off with some ice cream from FOX 35! FOX 35's Good Day Orlando team (and ice cream truck) is hitting the road this summer to deliver some free ice cream to various places around town. Visit www.FOX35Orlando.com/icecream to see where we're headed next!
Justin Timberlake arrested on Long Island, charged with DWI; mugshot released
Pop star Justin Timberlake was arrested on Long Island and is charged with DWI, according to sources and police records.
911 dispatcher keeping family legacy alive
A teen who found her dad dead when she was just 16-years-old is keeping her family's legacy alive.
Married couple volunteer as Citizens on Patrol for SCSO for 18+ years By Amanda McKenzie
The FOX 35 Care Force awarded a special couple making a difference as volunteers for the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office.
Marion County honors MasterChef Junior finalist
The Marion County Commission honored FOX 35's favorite MasterChef Junior finalist on Tuesday. Michael Seegobin was the runner-up in the nationwide competition aired on FOX 35 and FOX 51. Michael Seegobin was the runner-up in the nationwide competition aired on FOX 35 & FOX 51. His father, Dean Seegobin, is a Marion County Fire Department lieutenant.
Kids get to explore garbage truck
Excitement filled the air at Give Kids The World Village as young residents experienced a special treat from the local fire department.
Central Florida's American Legion Post 243 recieve FOX 35 Care Force award
FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie presents the FOX 35 Care Force award to the Central Florida American Legion Post 243.
Sanford Middle Schoolers working on final project for veterinary class
FOX 35's Marley Capper talks with the Sanford Middle school teacher behind the veterinary classes being offered at the school. The students are finishing up their final project for the year and are learning that their voices can be used to help find these animals in the shelters homes.
Jon Wysocki, drummer and founding member of Staind, dies at 53
Jon Wysocki, the drummer and founding member of the rock band Staind, has died, according to the band’s official X, formerly known as Twitter, account. He was 53 years old.
FOX 35 Food Truck Throwdown
Get ready for a food face-off where Central Florida’s best food trucks battle it out in a dish-for-dish duel. Watch the latest food truck battle every Friday at 10 a.m. on FOX 35's Good Day Orlando Xtra.
Orange County fire crews honored for rescuing woman from sinking vehicle
Orange County fire crews honored for rescuing woman from sinking vehicle