Government shutdown halts ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ court fight
The ongoing federal government shutdown has temporarily paused a high-profile legal battle over a controversial immigrant-detention center located in the Everglades.
Heat’s Terry Rozier, Trail Blazers’ Chauncey Billups among dozens arrested in gambling probe linked to Mafia
Portland Trailblazers head coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier were among over 30 people arrested in an illegal sports gambling operation.
SpaceX launches SpainSat NG II military communications satellite from Florida
SpaceX launched the Falcon 9 rocket carrying the SpainSat NG II mission on Thursday.
Disney reveals dates for EPCOT Festival of the Arts 2026
Disney has revealed the dates for the 2026 edition of the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts.
Jennifer Kesse case: Investigators reexamine DNA evidence nearly 20 after disappearance
Nearly two decades after Jennifer Kesse vanished from her Orlando apartment complex, her family says they’re feeling renewed hope as state investigators reexamine key evidence in the case.
Florida teacher's use of gender-neutral title leads to state investigation, administrative leave
A Florida teacher has been placed on administrative leave after the state’s attorney general warned the district over the educator’s use of a gender-neutral title in the classroom.
Study finds people with cardiovascular disease have increased risk of getting shingles
A recent study shows adults with cardiovascular disease have a higher risk of developing shingles.
Missing Bradenton teen found after statewide alert
A Bradenton teenager who was at the heart of a Florida Missing Child Alert earlier this week has been safely located. No other details were provided.
Florida Rep. Maxwell Frost on government shutdown
Florida Congressman Maxwell Frost, who represents Florida's 10th district, joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando on Oct. 23, 2025, to talk about the ongoing government shutdown and the stalemate between Democrats and Republicans.
Breakthrough DNA technology solves 2007 Florida sexual assault case, authorities say
A 2007 home invasion and sexual assault case was solved nearly 20 years later using advanced DNA genealogy, authorities say.
New poll shows how Americans feel about Congress, Trump during government shutdown
A new Gallup poll shows how Americans feel about Congress as the government shutdown enters its third week.
ICE detainees accused of Orlando thefts targeting Asian homes, businesses
Five people, police say are part of the robbery ring "South American Theft Group," were arrested Oct. 20 after their latest robbery was caught on police drone video.
Tropical Storm Melissa could become hurricane this week, NHC says
Tropical Storm Melissa is dragging slowly in the Caribbean Sea, which could bring heavy rainfall and flooding to parts of Hispaniola and Jamaica, the National Hurricane Center said.
DeSantis signs death warrant for Florida murderer convicted in 1988 killing, rape of convenience-store manager
In what could be Florida’s 17th execution this year, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday signed a death warrant for a man convicted of raping and murdering a Putnam County convenience-store manager in 1988.
Florida man arrested after toddlers pictured with guns, beer, marijuana: Deputies
A Volusia County father has been accused of being tied to disturbing photographs of toddlers and infants with firearms, drugs and alcohol.
2 human remains discoveries spur Marion County death investigations
The Marion County Sheriff's office conducts two ongoing death investigations after a second human remains discovery over the weekend.
Orlando Air Dot Show cancelled, U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds pull out
The Orlando Air Dot show was cancelled due to the ongoing government shutdown, its website stated, after the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds were likely to not perform.
Python No More: DeSantis talks funding for Everglades python removal
Ongoing action against predator pythons continues in Florida's Everglades as Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke on the 2025 Florida Python Challenge, funding toward python removal and Everglades restoration plans.
NASA threatens to pull SpaceX's Artemis III contract, re-open competition
Transportation Secretary and acting NASA administrator Sean Duffy says SpaceX is falling behind on Artemis III, so they could lose a contract.
Here's who's bearing the brunt of tariffs, according to Goldman Sachs
Here's who is expected to absorb 55% of tariff burden by end of 2025.