Rep. Frost speaks out against Trump's immigration efforts
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U.S. Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost hosted a virtual press call to share key takeaways from his recent trip to El Salvador. During the call, Frost discussed ongoing efforts to facilitate the return of Kilmbar Abrego Garcia to the United States, as well as to ensure he receives due process. Garcia, a 29-year-old from El Salvador who was deported from the U.S. in March, has prompted a legal showdown over the administration's immigration policy. Judges have ruled Garcia was deported in error and the U.S. government should help "facilitate" his return. However, the White House has accused Garcia of being a member of the transnational Salvadorian gang MS-13, a designated foreign terrorist organization, saying that he "will never live" in the U.S. again.

Apopka man arrested in cold case, unsolved for 33 years
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St. Cloud police have arrested 72-year-old Gene Stuller in connection to the 1991 murder of Julia Sue Wilbanks, solving a cold case that remained unsolved for 33 years. DNA advancements led investigators to identify Stuller as a suspect earlier this year. St. Cloud Police Chief Douglas Goerke joins FOX 35 to talk about the arrest.

Stephan Sterns to appear in court hearing today
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Stephan Sterns, the man accused of raping and murdering 13-year-old Madeline Soto, is seeking to delay a scheduled suppression hearing, citing newly obtained "confidential information," according to court records. The defense hopes to prevent jurors from seeing evidence from Sterns? phone and Google account, which they claim was unlawfully obtained, though prosecutors argue he gave consent. A hearing to determine whether the delay will be granted is set for this morning.

Former FOX 35 employee describes meeting Pope Francis
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A funeral has been scheduled for Pope Francis on Saturday. The Pope died at age 88 of a stroke and heart failure. Former FOX 35 employee Lauren Holley talks about her experience of meeting the Pope in 2022.

Orange County commission to discuss important items today
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The Orange County Board of County Commissioners is meeting today, with a few important items up for discussion on the agenda. The items include rezoning land for new transitional housing, increasing LYNX bus services and a tourist development tax sports incentive.

Brevard County could issue burn ban today
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The dry conditions are continuing across Central Florida, causing brush fires to spark up in the area. To help prevent those fires, a burn ban could go into effect in Brevard County today.

Catholic church mourns death of Pope Francis
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Pope Francis will be laid to rest on Saturday. This morning, cardinals of the church began planning for his funeral. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader joins FOX 35 to talk about the latest updates.

Florida man wins $25 million, the largest scratch-off jackpot in state history: officials

A Florida man is now living every lottery player’s dream after scoring the largest scratch-off jackpot in state history. What started as a routine stop turned into a $25 million payday — the biggest jackpot ever offered on a Florida scratch-off game, according to lottery officials.

SpaceX launches Falcon 9 from Florida carrying Bandwagon-3 rideshare mission

SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying the Bandwagon-3 mission from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on Monday evening.

Delta flight catches fire on MCO tarmac, passengers evacuated: FAA

Passengers aboard a Delta Air Lines flight were evacuated down emergency slides onto the tarmac at Orlando International Airport after one of the jet's engines caught fire Monday morning, according to the airline and the Federal Aviation Authority.

Live updates: Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88

Pope Francis, the 266th Bishop of Rome and Sovereign of the Vatican City, has died on Easter Monday. Bells tolled in church towers across Rome after the Vatican's announcement.

Emu and dogs have a blast playing chase at Florida farm

An emu who grew up with a dog was seen having a blast playing a game of chase with two of his canine pals at their farm home in Vero Beach, Florida.

Apopka man arrested in cold case, unsolved for 33 years, police credit DNA advancements

A 33-year-old cold case has been solved with the arrest of a 72-year-old Apopka man in connection to the 1991 murder of Julia Sue Wilbanks, authorities announced Monday.

Stephan Sterns' defense claims it has 'confidential information; wants to delay upcoming court hearing

Stephan Sterns, the man accused of sexually assaulting and killing 13-year-old Madeline Soto, is asking a judge to delay his upcoming court hearing due to "confidential information" his attorneys have recently obtained, according to new court records.

Firefighters save man from retention pond
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On this segment of FOX 35 Care Force, we speak with Orange County firefighters who helped save a man from a retention pond.

Florida police officer shot during Easter celebration: officials

A Lake City Police Department officer was injured Sunday night after gunfire erupted during an Easter celebration at a local recreation center, authorities said.