'Child killer' from Kentucky arrested in Marion County after failing to register as felon, deputies say

A “child killer" who served less than half of a 20-year prison sentence in Kentucky for the death of a child was arrested in Marion County after deputies discovered he had failed to register as a felon, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.

Florida lawmaker moves to lower gun purchase age as Supreme Court weighs case

Florida House Majority Leader Tyler Sirois, R-Merritt Island, has filed legislation that would lower the minimum age to purchase rifles and other long guns from 21 to 18.

Orlando weather: Heavy rain, flooding risk for Florida’s East Coast on Friday

Friday has been designated a FOX 35 Weather Impact Day due to the potential for significant rainfall and localized flooding, particularly along and east of the Interstate 95 corridor.

Travel agent accused of $400K Florida school trip scam located in California

New details have emerged about a travel agent accused of defrauding Seabreeze High School students, teachers, and chaperones out of hundreds of thousands of dollars for a European trip that never happened.

Cleanup following Daytona Beach storms
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SKYFOX Drone flew over some buildings on Beach St. in Daytona Beach that were destroyed by strong storms on Sunday.

DeSantis campaign cuts more staff
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The Republican presidential campaign of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is cutting more staff as it attempts to "streamline" operations, top aides confirmed to Fox News on Tuesday.

Trump?s classified documents: Trial date set
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A federal judge in Florida has scheduled a trial date for next May for former President Donald Trump in a case charging him with illegally retaining hundreds of classified documents.

DeSantis targets big media in CNN interview
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis had one of his first one-on-one, sit-down interviews with a major network since announcing his presidential candidacy. During an interview on Tuesday with CNN's Jake Tapper, DeSantis was asked about concerns that voters may view him as "less electable" than former President Trump based on his conservative record in the Sunshine State. DeSantis responded by saying "The proof is in the pudding."

Trump says he's 'target' of criminal probe
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Former President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he has received a letter informing him that he is a target of the Justice Department's investigation into efforts to undo the results of the 2020 presidential election, an indication he could soon be charged by U.S. prosecutors.

Letitia James indicted on fraud charge: AP source says

The Trump administration has been investigating James for months over allegations of mortgage fraud, which she has denied.

Kevin Rodriguez Zavala's family again demands Epic Universe's Stardust Racers to close for investigations

The family of 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, who died after riding Epic Universe's Stardust Racers, is now demanding the roller coaster be closed after new alleged reports of restraint malfunctions on the ride.

Jonathan Rinderknecht: Palisades Fire suspect denied bond, moved to Florida 5 months ago

Jonathan Rinderknecht, the 29-year-old man charged with starting what became the deadly Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, California, was in federal court in Orlando on Thursday. 

Florida congressman wants to eliminate presidential term limits after Trump's Gaza peace plan

Randy Fine, U.S. Rep. for Florida's 6th congressional district, has called for the elimination of the law that limits presidents to two terms after Israel and Hamas both agreed to the "first phase" of President Donald Trumps' Gaza peace plan.

Judge partially blocks Trump’s National Guard deployment to Illinois

A federal judge partially granted a temporary restraining order halting President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to Illinois after hearing arguments challenging the legality of the action.

Publix to allow open carry of guns inside Florida stores, officials say

Publix has confirmed with FOX 35 News that it will allow customers to openly carry guns in its Florida grocery stores. Here's what we know.

Israel, Hamas agree on plan to halt fighting, free hostages
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President Donald Trump said Wednesday that Israel and Hamas have agreed to the "first phase" of his peace plan, which includes a pause in fighting and the release of some hostages and prisoners. FOX News Correspondent Lucas Tomlinson joins Good Day Orlando to talk all the latest political headlines.

Reaction from community where fire suspect was arrested
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A Brevard County man was arrested for allegedly starting California?s deadly Palisades Fire. The blaze killed 12 and destroyed thousands of homes before being contained in January. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz speaks with former locals who say the arrest hits close to home ? both literally and emotionally.