Lake Nona community mourns after student drowns in lake
Students at Lake Nona High School are still in shock after the death of one of their own. The teenager?s body was recovered Thursday from Lake Whippoorwill after hours of search efforts by dive teams. According to the Orland Police Department (OPD), the teen had been kayaking with a group of friends on Wednesday evening when he went under and did not resurface.
Students at Lake Nona High School are still in shock after the death of one of their own. The teenager?s body was recovered Thursday from Lake Whippoorwill after hours of search efforts by dive teams. According to the Orland Police Department (OPD), the teen had been kayaking with a group of friends on Wednesday evening when he went under and did not resurface.
Man arrested in Orange County hit-and-run that left 1 dead
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) has made an arrest in a deadly hit-and-run incident that occurred late Thursday night in Orange County. Authorities said Ferdinand Georges, 65, is facing charges beyond "leaving the scene of a crash involving death."
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) has made an arrest in a deadly hit-and-run incident that occurred late Thursday night in Orange County. Authorities said Ferdinand Georges, 65, is facing charges beyond "leaving the scene of a crash involving death."
Investigators still at scene after deputy-involved shooting
Investigators are still at the scene of a deputy-involved shooting that took place Friday afternoon in Orange County. A deadly deputy-involved shooting occurred Friday afternoon in Orange County. Sheriff John Mina said a deputy shot a man as a SWAT team was serving a drug search warrant. The man later died at the hospital, and the deputy has been placed on paid leave.
Investigators are still at the scene of a deputy-involved shooting that took place Friday afternoon in Orange County. A deadly deputy-involved shooting occurred Friday afternoon in Orange County. Sheriff John Mina said a deputy shot a man as a SWAT team was serving a drug search warrant. The man later died at the hospital, and the deputy has been placed on paid leave.
Ex-FBI Director investigated after social media post about Trump
Ex-FBI Director James Comey is being probed over a social media post about President Donald Trump. The Instagram post featured a photo of seashells to the shapes "86 47." The term 86 is jargon for "throw out" or "get rid of." Comey was the head of the FBI for four years but was fired by Trump during his first term in the White House.
Ex-FBI Director James Comey is being probed over a social media post about President Donald Trump. The Instagram post featured a photo of seashells to the shapes "86 47." The term 86 is jargon for "throw out" or "get rid of." Comey was the head of the FBI for four years but was fired by Trump during his first term in the White House.
Man waving knife at traffic arrested in Volusia County
New body camera video shoes Volusia County deputies arresting a man they say was waving around a knife at passing vehicles. Officials said they found three more knives that the man had in his pockets when they were arresting him.
New body camera video shoes Volusia County deputies arresting a man they say was waving around a knife at passing vehicles. Officials said they found three more knives that the man had in his pockets when they were arresting him.
Dozens arrested in operation 'Fool Around & Find Out'
More than 250 suspects have been arrested in a nine-day undercover investigation. Operation ?Fool Around and Find Out? focused on human trafficking, child predators and illegal immigration. Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said four human trafficking victims were also identified as a result of the operation.
More than 250 suspects have been arrested in a nine-day undercover investigation. Operation ?Fool Around and Find Out? focused on human trafficking, child predators and illegal immigration. Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said four human trafficking victims were also identified as a result of the operation.
Florida mother sentenced to 20 years in prison for death of baby
A mother will spend the next two decades in prison for the death of one of her twin 3-month-old babies. The incident took place in 2023 in Cocoa Beach, Florida.
A mother will spend the next two decades in prison for the death of one of her twin 3-month-old babies. The incident took place in 2023 in Cocoa Beach, Florida.
Convicted felon takes officers on wild chase in Ocala
A convicted felon recently took officers on a wild chase that ended in a dramatic crash in Ocala. The man was taken to the hospital to be treated for injuries sustained in the car crash. He is facing several charges, including aggravated assault, fleeing police and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
A convicted felon recently took officers on a wild chase that ended in a dramatic crash in Ocala. The man was taken to the hospital to be treated for injuries sustained in the car crash. He is facing several charges, including aggravated assault, fleeing police and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
Heat wave impacts Central Florida events this weekend
A dangerous heat wave with brutal temperatures is impacting events this weekend across Central Florida. Temperatures are expected to be in the upper 90s, maybe even in the 100s for some areas. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns informs locals how to stay safe under the unwavering sun.
A dangerous heat wave with brutal temperatures is impacting events this weekend across Central Florida. Temperatures are expected to be in the upper 90s, maybe even in the 100s for some areas. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns informs locals how to stay safe under the unwavering sun.
Bahama Breeze abruptly closes 15 restaurants
Bahama Breeze has announced the unexpected closure of 15 of its restaurants across the United States, including five in Florida. The restaurant chain, known for its tropical atmosphere and Caribbean-inspired food, is owned by Darden Restaurants.
Bahama Breeze has announced the unexpected closure of 15 of its restaurants across the United States, including five in Florida. The restaurant chain, known for its tropical atmosphere and Caribbean-inspired food, is owned by Darden Restaurants.
Jacksonville airport reopens after fire
The Jacksonville International Airport has reopened following a fire that broke out in one of its parking garages on Friday afternoon. Crews have been able to contain the fire, and no injuries have been reported. Authorities said the fire started with one vehicle and spread to others. It has not yet been determined the type of vehicle in which the fire began.
The Jacksonville International Airport has reopened following a fire that broke out in one of its parking garages on Friday afternoon. Crews have been able to contain the fire, and no injuries have been reported. Authorities said the fire started with one vehicle and spread to others. It has not yet been determined the type of vehicle in which the fire began.
Cocoa Beach continuing e-bike crackdown
The City of Cocoa Beach is continuing its e-bike crackdown. The police chief says he's worried about safety, and he's working to get other commissioners involved before anyone gets hurt. FOX 35's Esther Bower brings us the latest details.
The City of Cocoa Beach is continuing its e-bike crackdown. The police chief says he's worried about safety, and he's working to get other commissioners involved before anyone gets hurt. FOX 35's Esther Bower brings us the latest details.
11 inmates escape from New Orleans jail
An urgent search was underway on Friday after nearly a dozen inmates escaped from a New Orleans jail. The inmates include those charged with murder. Currently, only one suspect has been recaptured.
An urgent search was underway on Friday after nearly a dozen inmates escaped from a New Orleans jail. The inmates include those charged with murder. Currently, only one suspect has been recaptured.
Florida officers save 2 teens from drowning
Two Florida officers with the National Park Service law enforcement recently rescued two teens from drowning at Canaveral National Seashore. The incident occurred on April 27, when the two officers received a 911 call about a 17-year-old boy drowning in the ocean. The officers were then notified of a second drowning victim at the same location, as someone had swum out to try to rescue the teenager.
Two Florida officers with the National Park Service law enforcement recently rescued two teens from drowning at Canaveral National Seashore. The incident occurred on April 27, when the two officers received a 911 call about a 17-year-old boy drowning in the ocean. The officers were then notified of a second drowning victim at the same location, as someone had swum out to try to rescue the teenager.
Supreme Court rejects Trump's Alien Enemies Act deportations
The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal by the Trump administration to resume deporting Venezuelans under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798.
The Supreme Court has rejected an appeal by the Trump administration to resume deporting Venezuelans under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798.
Florida operation leads to arrest of 36 undocumented immigrants
More than 250 suspects were arrested during a nine-day, multi-agency undercover investigation. Operation "Fool Around and Find Out" focused on human trafficking, child predators and illegal immigration. Of the 255 suspects arrested, investigators say 141 suspects were charged with soliciting prostitutes; 93 suspects were charged with offering to commit prostitution; 10 other suspects were charged with crimes related to prostitution, such as aiding/abetting a prostitute or transporting a prostitute; and 11 suspects were arrested for traveling to meet a minor for sex or other child-sex-related crimes.
More than 250 suspects were arrested during a nine-day, multi-agency undercover investigation. Operation "Fool Around and Find Out" focused on human trafficking, child predators and illegal immigration. Of the 255 suspects arrested, investigators say 141 suspects were charged with soliciting prostitutes; 93 suspects were charged with offering to commit prostitution; 10 other suspects were charged with crimes related to prostitution, such as aiding/abetting a prostitute or transporting a prostitute; and 11 suspects were arrested for traveling to meet a minor for sex or other child-sex-related crimes.
Kash Patel announces FBI leaving DC headquarters, 1,500 agents will be transferred
The FBI is leaving its longtime headquarters in D.C. and will transfer 1,500 employees to locations around the country, according to FBI Director Kash Patel.
The FBI is leaving its longtime headquarters in D.C. and will transfer 1,500 employees to locations around the country, according to FBI Director Kash Patel.
Orlando weather: Central Florida sizzles as heat wave intensifies ahead of weekend
Mostly clear skies continue overnight. Temperatures will stay mild as they dip down into the upper 60s and low 70s for lows.
Mostly clear skies continue overnight. Temperatures will stay mild as they dip down into the upper 60s and low 70s for lows.
Carnival cruise ship 'Paradise' saves people drifting at sea in small raft
A Carnival cruise ship rescued five people drifting in a makeshift raft off the coast of Cuba on Wednesday, officials said.
A Carnival cruise ship rescued five people drifting in a makeshift raft off the coast of Cuba on Wednesday, officials said.
Too much sitting increases Alzheimer’s risk, even if you exercise regularly, study finds
Prolonged sitting increases Alzheimer’s risk, even with daily exercise, according to a new study. Here's what the researchers found.
Prolonged sitting increases Alzheimer’s risk, even with daily exercise, according to a new study. Here's what the researchers found.