Memorial Day 2025: Remembrance events happening around the Orlando area

This Memorial Day, our nation pauses to honor and remember the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives to protect our freedom and uphold democracy.

These Florida cities are most affordable for home buyers, study finds

In Florida, 23 cities were ranked among the most affordable places for home buyers, including Palm Bay and Orlando. Here's how they placed among the 300 cities analyzed.

1 dead, 1 hurt in motorcycle crash in Osteen, troopers say

One person is dead and another is hurt following a crash in Volusia County Friday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

4 Flagler County deputies help to save a man threatening to jump off of overpass

The FOX35 Care Force is honoring several Flagler County deputies for their efforts to save a man who was threatening to jump off of a bridge and into oncoming traffic.

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The FOX35 Care Force is honoring several Flagler County deputies for their efforts to save a man who was threatening to jump off of a bridge and into oncoming traffic.

Gov. DeSantis speaks at annual homeschool convention in Kissimmee

Gov. Ron DeSantis gave remarks at the Florida Parent Educators Association's Annual homeschool convention in Kissimmee on Friday morning.

Driver faces suspension after disputing unpaid school zone ticket in Palm Bay

Autumn Faleris was recently issued a notice from the the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) that her driver’s license was in jeopardy of suspension because of an unpaid and unsettled traffic ticket.

Epic Universe opening fuels theme park rivalry in Orlando, around the world

Economic leaders say Orlando has become an unrivaled destination in the global theme park industry, and the debut of Universal’s Epic Universe is adding new momentum — and new pressure — to an already competitive market.

New video shows response to deadly ambush of deputies as suspect Julie Sulpizio ruled competent for trial

Newly released body camera footage reveals the chaotic and desperate efforts of SWAT officers as they attempted to rescue a wounded deputy during a deadly ambush in Lake County last August.

Epic Universe opens to thrill crowds, with hopes of boosting economy in Central Florida

After six years in development, Universal’s long-anticipated Epic Universe theme park officially opened its gates Thursday, marking the first major new park to launch in Orlando in more than two decades.

Haines City police captain among 10 indicted in Veterans Affairs fraud scheme

A captain with the Haines City Police Department was arrested on Thursday as part of a Veterans Affairs fraud scheme, according to officials. 

Florida Checkers employee shoots, kills customer upset with order, police say

An argument over a food order at a Florida Checkers restaurant ended in shooting and one man dead, deputies said. A Checkers employee allegedly shot and killed a customer during an argument over the customer's food.  The Checkers employee was arrested and booked into jail on one count of first-degree premeditated murder.

Epic Universe Orlando: Park guests, theme park experts weigh-in on grand opening

Universal's Epic Universe opened on Thursday in Orlando. FOX 35 spoke with park visitors and theme park experts to get their take on the first major theme park to open in Orlando and Central Florida in nearly 30 years

Man charged with animal cruelty after video surfaces in Brevard County

A Brevard County man is facing felony animal cruelty charges after a home security camera allegedly captured him choking and hitting his dog in a disturbing incident from March.

Volusia deputies, New Smyrna Beach police detail response to stabbing rescue

The first responders who helped save a man after a stabbing in New Smyrna Beach are now sharing how their swift actions helped stabilize the victim and prevent further harm.

Trump hosts NCAA basketball champion Florida Gators at the White House

President Donald Trump welcomed the University of Florida men’s basketball team to the White House on Wednesday to celebrate their 2025 NCAA championship.

Florida moves closer to reinstating black bear hunting with new rule proposal

On Wednesday, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved proposed black bear hunting rule changes for public notice, moving forward with talks on bringing back regulated bear hunts.