Florida girl, 13, one of hundreds nationwide to receive racist mass-text

A seventh-grader at Howard Middle School is one of many people across the country who received a racial text message the day after Election Day.

Trump reportedly set to name Marco Rubio as nominee for Secretary of State

The New York Times is reporting that President-elect Donald Trump is expected to name U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, of Florida, as Secretary of State.

Veteran homelessness persists as thousands struggle to find stable housing

Homelessness remains a major challenge for U.S. veterans, leaving thousands without stable housing. Among them is 76-year-old Vietnam veteran Michael Smith.

What Happens Next in 2024?
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As America begins to process Donald Trump's historic return to the White House, Battleground kicks off a special week of coverage examining what his second term could mean for the nation. From the economy that decided the election to the emergence of a new "Red Wall" in the South, S.E. Cupp and expert analysts break down the policies, politics, and implications of Trump's sweeping victory. Plus, exclusive insights into the surprise Senate upset in Pennsylvania that has further reshaped the balance of powe

Black Americans report racist text messages nationwide: Details

Just days after Election Day 2024, anonymous text messages have targeted Black Americans across nearly a dozen states, instructing them to “pick cotton" at local plantations.

Volusia County sheriff's detectives trying to close 22-year-old cold case

This Terrell Barkley was gunned down 22 years ago. His family and members of Volusia County law enforcement have re-dedicated their efforts to finding the person or people who killed him.

Habitat for Humanity groundbreaking in Kissimmee
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The FOX 35 Care Force is saluting Habitat for Humanity for Greater Orlando and Osceola County. On Friday morning, officials symbolically broke ground with gold shovels on their annual "Home for the Holidays" build in Kissimmee.

Federal judge denies injunction in Florida abortion ad case

After a proposed constitutional amendment on abortion rights did not pass Tuesday, a federal judge has denied a request for a preliminary injunction against state officials over threats to television stations that aired an ad supporting the ballot measure.

Federal judge rejects Monique Worrell suspension lawsuit

Three days after Monique Worrell won back her job at the ballot box, a federal judge Friday rejected a lawsuit over Gov. Ron DeSantis’ controversial 2023 decision to suspend her as state attorney in Orange and Osceola counties.

Second suspect arrested in alleged live-streamed shooting in Sanford

Police arrested a second woman in connection to a deadly shooting in a Sanford neighborhood that was live-streamed on social media.

Blue to red: How Trump flipped the swing states
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As the dust settles on Donald Trump's historic return to the presidency, Battleground delivers a deep dive into the final pieces of his swing state sweep. From Nevada's dramatic flip to Michigan's decisive role in dismantling the Democrats' "Blue Wall," S.E. Cupp examines how Trump's coalition reshaped the electoral map. With exclusive insights on the critical Arab American vote in Michigan and comprehensive analysis of the Democratic Party's path forward, this episode provides essential understanding of

Orlando curfew ends after Halloween shooting
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The City of Orlando has ended the state of emergency and curfew for downtown Orlando following last week's deadly shooting during Halloween, which left two people dead and eight others hurt.

Veterans Day deals and freebies

Restaurants across the U.S. are honoring Veterans Day 2024 with free meals and special discounts for veterans and active-duty military on November 11.