Matanzas High School student arrested for punching school resource officer: deputies

A Matanzas High School student was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly punching a school resource deputy while the deputy was trying to break up a fight between the 16-year-old student and another boy. The student now faces a charge of battery on a law enforcement officer, authorities said.

Car shoppers rush to buy before May tariffs deadline on imported auto parts

A car dealership in DeLand is reporting a spike in people car shopping, as they look to purchase before any tariff-induced price hikes. This comes as the value of pre-owned vehicles is also spiking.

Video: Florida boat captain's 'boat rage' goes viral

A video viewed more than 8 million times shows a boat captain arguing with a fisherman, then climbing onto his boat to demand an apology.

Florida House backs 'Gulf of America' name change in schools

The Florida House passed bills renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, following a Trump directive.

Florida House cracks down on ballot initiatives

Building on a years-long effort to make it harder to change the state Constitution, the Florida House on Thursday approved a controversial measure that would impose new requirements on the ballot-initiative process and increase penalties for wrongdoing.

'Every Child 5K’ honors Maddie Soto, raises awareness of child abuse prevention

A charity 5K run, called the "Every Child 5K," is taking place on Alden Road in Orlando to honor Maddie Soto and raise awareness for Child Abuse Awareness Month.

Affordable 'space burials' for cremated remains offered by Florida-based Space Beyond

Space Beyond, a Central Florida-based company founded by former Blue Origin manager Ryan Mitchell, is offering a more affordable option for sending cremated remains into orbit.

Florida mom shot 10 times while in bed with 3 kids in murder-for-hire hit, deputies say

A Florida man has been arrested after he shot and killed his girlfriend while she slept in bed with their three children, deputies say. The man then allegedly attempted to stage the murder as a home invasion.

Blue Man Group's Orlando grand opening delayed. Here's why.

The Blue Man Group's triumphant return to Orlando was supposed to happen in April, but FOX 35 has learned that the grand opening at ICON Park has been delayed – though, hopefully not for too long.

Belle Isle police officer taken to hospital after crash, troopers say

A police officer was taken to a local hospital following a crash in Orange County on Thursday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

2 arrested in 'bank jugging' incident at Kissimmee shopping plaza: deputies

The Osceola County Sheriff's Office has made two arrests in connection to a "bank jugging" incident that occurred last week at a shopping center.

Tavares child abuse case: Prosecutors seeking death penalty for mother, boyfriend involved in brutal beating

Prosecutors have announced they will seek the death penalty for Kimberley Mills and her boyfriend, Andre Walker, who are accused of brutally beating and killing 10-year-old Tavares boy Xavier Williams.

Pulse advocacy group offers to pay for independent building inspection ahead of club walkthrough

A group has offered to pay the city of Orlando for an independent inspection of the Pulse Nightclub building ahead of a proposed site walk-through. Following the announcement, some survivors and friends of victims have come forward with safety concerns.

Trump announces sweeping new tariffs
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President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced far-reaching new tariffs on nearly all U.S. trading partners - a 34% tax on imports from China and 20% on the European Union, among others - that threaten to dismantle much of the architecture of the global economy and trigger broader trade wars.

Florida Democrats view special congressional election results as encouraging, despite loss

Randy Fine is ending his time as a state lawmaker and headed for the big leagues in the United States Congress. However, his margin of victory was lower than when Mike Waltz won the seat in November.

Social media post part of investigation into deadly Lake County crash, FHP says

The Florida Highway Patrol confirmed to FOX 35 News that a viral social media video is a part of their investigation into a deadly crash in Lake County.

Orlando weather: Unseasonably warm temperatures and mostly-sunny skies

Our stretch of hot weather continues across Central Florida, as high pressure remains overhead with an almost summer-like feel to the air.

These hurricane names are being retired after devastating 2024 season

The World Meteorological Organization Hurricane Committee has retired the names Beryl, Helene, John, and Milton due to their destruction in 2024.