Eustis Police Chief says further investigation into kidnapping attempt unwarranted, cites 'miscommunication'
An investigation into an attempted kidnapping of two Florida children has been discontinued after police said it was a case of "miscommunication."
An investigation into an attempted kidnapping of two Florida children has been discontinued after police said it was a case of "miscommunication."
First 2024 GOP presidential debate
Businessman Vivek Ramaswamy took the most hits among candidates during Wednesday's first GOP presidential debate. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis was expected to be the lightning rod of attacks from his fellow presidential opponents, but Ramaswamy appeared to take the title.
Businessman Vivek Ramaswamy took the most hits among candidates during Wednesday's first GOP presidential debate. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis was expected to be the lightning rod of attacks from his fellow presidential opponents, but Ramaswamy appeared to take the title.
Woman claims book return box clipped off tip of her finger
A Florida woman says part of her finger was cut off while returning a book at her local library. Now she might take legal action.
A Florida woman says part of her finger was cut off while returning a book at her local library. Now she might take legal action.
Mom of Viera High School football player delivers impassioned plea to address hazing
A woman who identified herself as a mother of a Viera High School football player who was the victim of an alleged hazing incident went before school board members wanting answers. She said her son has been deeply affected.
A woman who identified herself as a mother of a Viera High School football player who was the victim of an alleged hazing incident went before school board members wanting answers. She said her son has been deeply affected.
Sorry Publix fans, you won't be able to get a hurricane cake this year
Publix hurricane cakes are a thing of the past. Here's why.
Publix hurricane cakes are a thing of the past. Here's why.
Florida sheriff clarifies after woman claims arrest for paying flower vendor on TikTok
A Florida sheriff is clarifying an incident where a woman claimed to be arrested for paying a flower vendor in a TikTok video. Annika Olson was arrested for refusing to comply with police orders and interfering with an investigation into a vendor violating a county ordinance.
A Florida sheriff is clarifying an incident where a woman claimed to be arrested for paying a flower vendor in a TikTok video. Annika Olson was arrested for refusing to comply with police orders and interfering with an investigation into a vendor violating a county ordinance.
Drone video shows progress on Epic Universe
The SKYFOX Drone hovered over the construction site where Epic Universe, Universal Orlando's newest theme park, is being built in Orlando. That theme park is scheduled to open in summer 2025.
The SKYFOX Drone hovered over the construction site where Epic Universe, Universal Orlando's newest theme park, is being built in Orlando. That theme park is scheduled to open in summer 2025.
This I-75 rest area is getting a major makeover
A rest area along Interstate-75 is getting a major facelift – and it's expected to be completed sooner than you think.
A rest area along Interstate-75 is getting a major facelift – and it's expected to be completed sooner than you think.
Tropical depression forms in Gulf of Mexico; Tropical Storm Franklin nears Tuesday landfall
The FOX 35 STORM TEAM is tracking multiple tropical storms and disturbances in the tropics including a newly-formed tropical depression in the Gulf of Mexico.
The FOX 35 STORM TEAM is tracking multiple tropical storms and disturbances in the tropics including a newly-formed tropical depression in the Gulf of Mexico.
Children's beds recalled over strangulation, risk of death
Two children were trapped in the bed rails of the Zipadee Kids convertible house bed frames and Montessori floor beds.
Two children were trapped in the bed rails of the Zipadee Kids convertible house bed frames and Montessori floor beds.
MLB to make decision on Rays’ Wander Franco amid allegations he had inappropriate relationship with a minor
The Tampa Bay Rays' star shortstop Wander Franco will find out his status Monday as Major League Baseball investigates allegations that he had an inappropriate relationship with a minor.
The Tampa Bay Rays' star shortstop Wander Franco will find out his status Monday as Major League Baseball investigates allegations that he had an inappropriate relationship with a minor.
Second Orlando police officer injured in shooting released from hospital, department says
Both Orlando police officers shot during a traffic stop earlier this month have been released from the hospital, according to an update from the Orlando Police Department.
Both Orlando police officers shot during a traffic stop earlier this month have been released from the hospital, according to an update from the Orlando Police Department.
Oktoberfest won't be the same in Sanford
A popular restaurant in Sanford said it won't be having its own Oktoberfest celebration this year due to high costs.
A popular restaurant in Sanford said it won't be having its own Oktoberfest celebration this year due to high costs.
Oktoberfest won't be the same in Sanford
A popular restaurant in Sanford said it won't be having its own Oktoberfest celebration this year due to high costs.
A popular restaurant in Sanford said it won't be having its own Oktoberfest celebration this year due to high costs.
Binge drinking, marijuana use reached record highs in middle-aged adults, study finds
Researchers found that binge drinking, marijuana use, and hallucinogen consumption reached record levels among adults between the ages of 35 and 50.
Researchers found that binge drinking, marijuana use, and hallucinogen consumption reached record levels among adults between the ages of 35 and 50.
Orange County cracks down on cell phones
Students at Orange County schools are no longer permitted to use their cell phone while in class -- and the new rules have received some mixed reactions.
Students at Orange County schools are no longer permitted to use their cell phone while in class -- and the new rules have received some mixed reactions.
How to protect yourself during traffic stop
Here are some tips on how to protect yourself during a traffic stop.
Here are some tips on how to protect yourself during a traffic stop.
Leaked memo hints at DeSantis debate tactics
Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy fired back at his primary rival, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, suggesting he's a "super PAC puppet" after a leaked memo outlined attacks towards the political outsider ahead of next week's GOP debate. On Thursday, The New York Times reported on a document released by a communications firm associated with the pro-DeSantis Never Back Down super PAC that outlined debate strategy, which included taking aim at Ramaswamy.
Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy fired back at his primary rival, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, suggesting he's a "super PAC puppet" after a leaked memo outlined attacks towards the political outsider ahead of next week's GOP debate. On Thursday, The New York Times reported on a document released by a communications firm associated with the pro-DeSantis Never Back Down super PAC that outlined debate strategy, which included taking aim at Ramaswamy.
Florida deputy tries to save stranded manatee: What happens next might surprise you
Middle Keys Marine Deputy Willie Guerra was stopped Thursday by passersby and troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol in Layton who noticed the manatee with a cub.
Middle Keys Marine Deputy Willie Guerra was stopped Thursday by passersby and troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol in Layton who noticed the manatee with a cub.
Crews begin to dismantle problem scaffolding
Crews have begun to dismantle scaffolding near Church Street and Orange Avenue after issues were found in its stability, officials said. The concerns forced streets to be closed nearby -- some have reopened -- and forced more than a dozen businesses to temporarily close. Some businesses have been allowed to reopen. A spokesperson for Balfour Beatty said it's expected to take at least a week to safely take the scaffolding down.
Crews have begun to dismantle scaffolding near Church Street and Orange Avenue after issues were found in its stability, officials said. The concerns forced streets to be closed nearby -- some have reopened -- and forced more than a dozen businesses to temporarily close. Some businesses have been allowed to reopen. A spokesperson for Balfour Beatty said it's expected to take at least a week to safely take the scaffolding down.