Orange County mayor addresses signing of ICE addendum
Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings spoke at a news conference on Friday afternoon to address his signing of an ICE addendum earlier this morning. Earlier this month, Demings stated that the county would not participate in long-distance detainee transports, citing a shortage of correctional staff and budget constraints. That position has now escalated into a political standoff with the state, drawing scrutiny from both the attorney general and the governor.
Seventh Central Florida 'Super Speeder' arrest made since law enacted July 1: 'Was I really going 105?'
A Volusia County man was arrested Wednesday afternoon after deputies say he was caught driving 105 mph in a 45 mph zone in DeLeon Springs. This is the seventh arrest FOX 35 News has reported on since the Super Speeder law went into effect July 1.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings signs ICE agreement amid pressure from Gov. DeSantis, AG Uthmeier
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings on Friday signed an agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to assist in the transport of suspected undocumented immigrants to Alligator Alcatraz, a detention facility in the Everglades.
SpaceX Crew-11 launches from Florida, headed to ISS: Watch replay
NASA and SpaceX successfully launched the Crew-11 mission from Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Friday, and the spacecraft is now en route to the International Space Station (ISS).
Mother of infant found abandoned in driveway of Orlando home arrested, police say
A 19-year-old mother, Angelica Sanchez Bautista, was arrested for child neglect after her newborn was found abandoned outside an Orlando home during a heat advisory.
Orlando weather: Heat advisory through evening, scattered showers and storms possible
A heat advisory is still in effect through the evening across Central Florida. Some scattered showers and storms are also possible as the evening continues.
New TSA 'Families on the Fly' lanes ease travel for parents at MCO, other airports
Traveling with young children can be stressful, but a new initiative at Orlando International Airport (MCO) aims to make the process a bit smoother for parents.
Volusia County dog attack: 5-month-old boy killed by 130-pound dog on mother's birthday, sheriff says
A 5-month-old boy was killed by a 130-pound dog Wednesday night near Ormond Beach, according to Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood. Investigators say the baby was being watched by family members while the boy's parents went out for dinner to celebrate the young mother's 21st birthday.
DeSantis sends Florida DOGE teams to Broward, Gainesville to evaluate for transparency
On Thursday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis sent two teams from the Florida Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to Broward County and the City of Gainesville. DeSantis said the two municipalities are among the first to receive on-site visits from DOGE teams in order to "ensure transparency and accountability in government."
Hulk Hogan Day: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis orders flags at half-staff on Aug. 1
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has declared Aug. 1, 2025 as "Hulk Hogan Day in Florida," in honor and remembrance of the WWE Hall of Fame wrestler. Hulk Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, died on July 24 in Clearwater, Florida, at the age of 71.
Florida's Kennedy Space Center named top U.S. attraction by Tripadvisor
Florida's Kennedy Space Center has been named the top attraction in the United States by Tripadvisor. Two other locations in the Sunshine State also made Tripadvisor's awards, and none of them were related to Disney.
SpaceX, Crew-11 rocket launch scrubbed over weather; now targeting Friday
NASA and SpaceX have delayed Thursday’s planned launch of the Crew-11 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The mission will mark the next exciting chapter in their partnership to support long-duration human spaceflight and cutting-edge research in low-Earth orbit.
Fed holds rates at 4.3% despite pressure from Trump
A massive tariff deadline is just one day away, and the White House is appearing to be fast-tracking some new trade deals. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader has all the latest political headlines.
Florida man arrested for animal cruelty after setting traps to kill cats: deputies
A Florida man was arrested after deputies found a bloodied dead cat in his trash can and animal traps outside his home.
Florida executes man in 1994 killing of wife, 2 kids; sets new death sentence state record
Florida has executed Edward Zakrzewski for the 1994 murders of his wife and two children.
Manhattan gunman bought rifle and car from Las Vegas boss, NYPD says
The man who killed four people at a Manhattan office building bought his AR-15-style rifle and getaway car from his Las Vegas boss, NYPD officials said, as funerals for victims begin across New York.
Florida teacher fired over student nickname dispute to keep license in agreement with state
A former Brevard County teacher who lost her job after using a student’s preferred nickname is now eligible to return to the classroom.
Tropical outlook eyes Florida for possibility in mid-August: Climate Prediction Center
While the tropics are calm at the moment, August is typically when tropical activity starts to increase.
Florida 'Operation Seek and Yee Shall Find Out': 48 arrested in child sex predator sting, officials say
Forty-eight men were recently arrested in a Florida undercover child sex predator sting called “Operation Seek and Yee Shall Find Out," officials say.
Florida AG speaks on Orange County ICE agreement
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier answered reporters' questions following a press conference on Wednesday afternoon in Marion County. One of the questions touched upon his threat to remove Orange County’s mayor and commissioners from office, accusing them of defying state law by refusing to assist with the transport of immigration detainees to a controversial detention facility in the Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz."