Man with pitch fork, hatchet arrested after attempted nighttime break-ins: Deputies
A frightening confrontation unfolded in Merritt Island after a homeowner reported that a man tried to break into a house, authorities said.
A frightening confrontation unfolded in Merritt Island after a homeowner reported that a man tried to break into a house, authorities said.
How Florida farmers, landscapers are preparing for the cold
Florida is preparing for at least a three-day stretch of dangerously cold weather, where overnight temperatures will dip into the 20s and 30s. Add in the wind chill – and those temperatures will feel even colder, potentially as frigid as the single digits, forecasters say.
Florida is preparing for at least a three-day stretch of dangerously cold weather, where overnight temperatures will dip into the 20s and 30s. Add in the wind chill – and those temperatures will feel even colder, potentially as frigid as the single digits, forecasters say.
Senate strikes deal to avoid partial government shutdown
Democrats and White House have struck a deal to avert a partial government shutdown and temporarily fund the Department of Homeland Security as they negotiate new restrictions for President Donald Trump’s surge of immigration enforcement.
Democrats and White House have struck a deal to avert a partial government shutdown and temporarily fund the Department of Homeland Security as they negotiate new restrictions for President Donald Trump’s surge of immigration enforcement.
Olympic gold medalist Sha’Carri Richardson arrested in Orange County for excessive speeding
Olympic sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson was arrested in Orange County, Thursday, after police say she was driving over 100 mph.
Olympic sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson was arrested in Orange County, Thursday, after police say she was driving over 100 mph.
Florida parents searching for daughter's biological parents after IVF error: 'We love our little girl’
After giving birth to a child not genetically hers due to an IVF error, a Florida couple is looking for their daughter's biological parents.
After giving birth to a child not genetically hers due to an IVF error, a Florida couple is looking for their daughter's biological parents.
Florida cold snap raises concern for icy roads as FDOT, mechanics urge drivers to prepare
This weekend’s cold snap could bring slippery roads for Florida drivers on Sunday. Both mechanics and the state departments have tips on how to ensure you and your cars are safe on the roads during these frigid temperatures.
This weekend’s cold snap could bring slippery roads for Florida drivers on Sunday. Both mechanics and the state departments have tips on how to ensure you and your cars are safe on the roads during these frigid temperatures.
Florida teen held without charges highlights ICE detention concerns in Orange County
Javier Gimenez Rivero is a high school student from Venezuela, living in Orange County with a pending asylum claim and a valid U.S. Employment Authorization.
Javier Gimenez Rivero is a high school student from Venezuela, living in Orange County with a pending asylum claim and a valid U.S. Employment Authorization.
Challenger disaster remembered 40 years later as NASA prepares for new lunar mission
The Artemis II mission, which will send four astronauts around the moon, is currently on the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center. Like Challenger four decades ago, the rocket is facing freezing temperatures, though officials say modern safeguards are in place to help prevent another tragedy.
The Artemis II mission, which will send four astronauts around the moon, is currently on the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center. Like Challenger four decades ago, the rocket is facing freezing temperatures, though officials say modern safeguards are in place to help prevent another tragedy.
Emaciated dog finally gaining weight after months of malnutrition
A dog found severely malnourished after being adopted from a shelter is showing signs of recovery, as the people accused of abusing her face criminal charges, authorities said.
A dog found severely malnourished after being adopted from a shelter is showing signs of recovery, as the people accused of abusing her face criminal charges, authorities said.
'Gulf effect' snow in Florida: Flurries possible this weekend. Where, when and how much?
FOX 35 Storm Team Alerts are in effect Sunday and Monday for potentially record-breaking cold. Two areas of Florida could see rare snow flurries this weekend as a result.
FOX 35 Storm Team Alerts are in effect Sunday and Monday for potentially record-breaking cold. Two areas of Florida could see rare snow flurries this weekend as a result.
51st Mount Dora Arts Festival takes place amid chilly weather this weekend with over 300 artists
Artists and art aficionados braved the chilly weather in Mount Dora Wednesday afternoon to set up one-of-a-kind pieces at the city's annual arts festival.
Artists and art aficionados braved the chilly weather in Mount Dora Wednesday afternoon to set up one-of-a-kind pieces at the city's annual arts festival.
The 'Ritz' for horses: World Equestrian Center keeps animals comfortable during Florida cold snap
As temperatures dip in North Central Florida, the World Equestrian Center in Ocala is taking extra steps to keep its horses — and their riders — warm and comfortable.
As temperatures dip in North Central Florida, the World Equestrian Center in Ocala is taking extra steps to keep its horses — and their riders — warm and comfortable.
What’s killing vultures at Blue Spring State Park? Investigation launched after 100 die in one month
Over 100 vultures were reported dead at Blue Spring State Park this month. Now, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is conducting an investigation to determine how the vultures died.
Over 100 vultures were reported dead at Blue Spring State Park this month. Now, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is conducting an investigation to determine how the vultures died.
Record cold could delay roller coasters at Central Florida theme parks
When you come to amusement parks, the thrills and the excitement may be enough to keep you warm, but for roller coasters the chill could cause your ride to be delayed.
When you come to amusement parks, the thrills and the excitement may be enough to keep you warm, but for roller coasters the chill could cause your ride to be delayed.
Shirtless Florida man who jumped through Taco Bell window, robbed it with 'large rock' sentenced to 4 years
A Florida man was sentenced to four years in prison after he jumped through a Taco Bell drive-thru window and robbed workers and customers with a "large rock."
A Florida man was sentenced to four years in prison after he jumped through a Taco Bell drive-thru window and robbed workers and customers with a "large rock."
Teen boy arrested after suspected ‘door-kicking challenge’ leads to family dog's death
A teen boy was arrested in connection to an alleged door-kicking prank that led to a family dog's death.
A teen boy was arrested in connection to an alleged door-kicking prank that led to a family dog's death.
Judge delays trial again for Volusia County dog mauling case involving death of 8-year-old
A judge has again delayed the trial of the woman who owned the dogs that fatally mauled an 8-year-old boy in Volusia County last year.
A judge has again delayed the trial of the woman who owned the dogs that fatally mauled an 8-year-old boy in Volusia County last year.
Teen faces manslaughter charge in deadly 2023 crash, family says 'youthful offender' status too lenient
A man accused of causing a deadly crash nearly three years ago is now behind bars, but the family of the victim says justice has been slow.
A man accused of causing a deadly crash nearly three years ago is now behind bars, but the family of the victim says justice has been slow.
Florida’s coast sees unusual wildlife activity as marine animals migrate south during winter
While recent freezing temperatures have unsettled humans across Florida, the waters remain relatively warm for migrating whales, drawing more of the marine mammals to the region, wildlife experts say.
While recent freezing temperatures have unsettled humans across Florida, the waters remain relatively warm for migrating whales, drawing more of the marine mammals to the region, wildlife experts say.
Tax season quickly approaching: Do's and Don'ts
Tax season is officially underway as of yesterday, with the IRS officially accepting 2025 tax returns. FOX35 News+ anchor Garrett Wymer spoke with David Hasen, Prof. of Law at the University of Florida to talk more about this upcoming season.
Tax season is officially underway as of yesterday, with the IRS officially accepting 2025 tax returns. FOX35 News+ anchor Garrett Wymer spoke with David Hasen, Prof. of Law at the University of Florida to talk more about this upcoming season.