Trump visits with Congo, Rwanda leaders
On Friday afternoon, President Donald Trump participated in a visit with the foreign ministers of the Congo and Rwanda. The meeting came after the signing of a United States-mediated peace deal at the State Department earlier Friday. The Trump administration hopes to ensure access to east Congo’s minerals for the U.S. government and American companies.
Florida career criminal charged after stealing more than $20,000 in retail items from multiple counties
A career criminal is being charged after she allegedly stole more than $20,000 in retail items from multiple Florida counties.
Alligator mauls woman canoeing as Florida urges vacationers to avoid disaster with safety tips
Florida wildlife authorities have released a new report on a vicious May alligator attack that took the life of a Michigan woman.
Man arrested in Volusia County dies in ICE custody
A Canadian citizen detained at an ICE detention facility in Florida has died, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement revealed this week. The 49-year-old man was being held at the detention facility amid removal proceedings after he was allegedly convicted of various crimes in Volusia County, a news release said. Claire Healy, with the Miami Herald, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to discuss the incident.
Orlando Magic introduce new players
The Orlando Magic recently introduced their 2025 NBA Draft picks: Jase Richardson and Noah Penda. In addition to their draft picks, the Orlando Magic also made a significant trade this offseason, acquiring Desmond Bane from the Memphis Grizzlies.
Orlando weather: Weather Impact Day to bring strong afternoon thunderstorms
A few strong afternoon thunderstorms are expected across Central Florida, which is why the FOX 35 Storm Team has designated Friday as a Weather Impact Day.
Gov. DeSantis leads 'Alligator Alcatraz' tour
On Friday morning, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis led FOX & Friends Anchor Steve Doocy on a tour of "Alligator Alcatraz." Florida is using its emergency powers to take over the remote, 30-square-mile site in the Everglades to build an immigration detention center. The state said the site will hold up to 5,000 immigration detainees and will operate under the current state of emergency. Construction is already underway.
Next steps in the Sheriff Lopez investigation
Suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez was escorted out of the Lake County Jail on Thursday evening after posting bond amid an alleged federal racketeering case. Lopez stayed silent as he walked out of jail –- and was quickly escorted to a waiting truck. He did not answer reporters' questions. Jose Rivas, a criminal defense attorney, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about what comes next for the investigation.
SpaceX to launch Falcon 9 rocket with 27 Starlink satellites from Florida
SpaceX is planning to launch a Falcon 9 rocket with 27 Starlink satellites in the early hours of Saturday morning from Florida's Space Coast.
FULL | White House hosts presser Supreme Court ruling
The Supreme Court ruled today if lower courts could issue universal, or nationwide, injunctions to block a president’s executive order. At the heart of the matter was President Donald Trump’s executive order that aimed to end birthright citizenship, which is the policy that anyone born in the United States automatically becomes a U.S. citizen. The court ruled in favor of the Trump administration, voting to "partially stay," or suspend the lower court rulings, while the case is pending in the Supreme Court.
White House answers questions after Supreme Court ruling
The Supreme Court ruled today if lower courts could issue universal, or nationwide, injunctions to block a president’s executive order. At the heart of the matter was President Donald Trump’s executive order that aimed to end birthright citizenship, which is the policy that anyone born in the United States automatically becomes a U.S. citizen. The court ruled in favor of the Trump administration, voting to "partially stay," or suspend the lower court rulings, while the case is pending in the Supreme Court.
Caribbean monitored for possible tropical development ahead of Fourth of July holiday
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring an area of disturbed weather over Central America that is expected to briefly move over the Bay of Campeche this weekend.
Trump speaks after birthright citizenship ruling
The Supreme Court ruled today if lower courts could issue universal, or nationwide, injunctions to block a president’s executive order. At the heart of the matter was President Donald Trump’s executive order that aimed to end birthright citizenship, which is the policy that anyone born in the United States automatically becomes a U.S. citizen. The court ruled in favor of the Trump administration, voting to "partially stay," or suspend the lower court rulings, while the case is pending in the Supreme Court.
New law targets excessive speeding drivers
Several new laws will go into effect next week, and one of those laws targets dangerous drivers who may be speeding. FOX 35's Marley Capper shares more details on the new law.
Seminole County property tax hike
Seminole County is experiencing its first property tax hike in several years. J.R. Kroll, the Seminole County tax collector, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the changes.
Trump pushes lawmakers to pass tax bill; China trade deal
President Donald Trump held an event on Thursday at the White House to make the case for his massive tax and immigration package as the Senate eyes a vote in the coming days. Trump also says the United States has now signed a trade deal with China, adding that he expects to have a deal with India soon.
No 5th Disney World park confirmed — but new documents suggest possibility
There are no official plans for a fifth major theme park at Walt Disney World — at least not yet. But new planning documents hint at the long-term potential for expansion, sparking excitement among Disney fans and industry watchers.
'Fireball' seen falling from sky over Southeast confirmed as meteor, possibly hit Georgia home
NASA confirmed a meteor entered Earth's atmosphere over Georgia, disintegrating with energy equivalent to 20 tons of TNT.
Driver rescued after rollover crash on SW 6th Place in Ocala
A rollover crash in Ocala left one driver trapped inside a pickup truck.
Florida man sentenced to life in murder-for-insurance plot against stepfather
A Volusia County jury has found Perry Stanley guilty of first-degree murder and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon in the 2019 killing of his co-conspirator’s stepfather.