Avian flu concerns spread to the Space Coast as more birds are dying: 'Very disheartening'

Beachgoers in Brevard County are noticing more dead birds on the beach. Rehabilitators at the Florida Wildlife Hospital are closely monitoring the situation and sending off samples of dead birds to test for avian flu.

Johnny Damon joins Orlando Dreamers effort to bring MLB to Central Florida

Orlando native and former Major League Baseball All-Star Johnny Damon is joining an effort to bring an MLB franchise to Central Florida.

Ex-Marion County Fire workers claim 'roughhousing' happened often at Fire Station 21

Leaders with Marion County Fire Rescue admit firing 10 people from one fire station – Fire Station 21 – is a tough loss for the department and the community – years and years of firefighting experience gone, but they are firm that violence and hazing have no place whatsoever within the department.

Grocery store hours: What's open on New Year's Eve, New Year's Day?

Whether you need a last-minute appetizer or dessert for that New Year's party or simply need to run to the grocery store, here is a quick list of the stores that will be open on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Florida bear hunt: 52 black bears killed, FWC says

The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission released initial numbers from the 2025 Bear Hunt, the first bear hunt in Florida after nearly a decade.

Things to do in Orlando on NYE Weekend
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2026 is almost here. FOX35 News+ Associate Producer Reina Nieves spoke with UNATION's Ashley Edwards & Sarah Barkley about things to do this upcoming weekend in Orlando to commemorate the New Year's festivities for this week's Community Crossroads.

Florida grandma, caregiver accused of drugging great-granddaughter in alleged murder-suicide plan: Deputies

A Florida grandma has been arrested, accused of drugging her 13-year-old disabled great-granddaughter in an alleged murder-suicide plan, according to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.

Central Florida water parks close as arctic blast hits the area

Both Disney World and Universal Orlando are closing their water parks for a few days due to “inclement weather."

Central Florida cold weather shelters activated as Arctic blast approaches

With colder temperatures expected across Central and North Florida, counties are activating cold weather and warming shelters to protect residents who lack adequate heat or housing.

Florida RV crash: 5-year-old, newborn killed in RV, Tahoe crash in Marion County, FHP says

A second child – a newborn baby – has tragically died following a crash involving an SUV and an RV over the weekend in Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Marion County Fire Rescue terminates 6 more employees amid alleged hazing investigation

Six more employees have been fired from Marion County Fire Rescue following an alleged violent hazing incident at a fire station, bringing the total number of terminations tied to the case to 10, county officials said.

Orlando begins removing artifacts from Pulse Nightclub as city moves forward with memorial plans

Monday marks the beginning of the removal process of nearly 20 items inside the Pulse Nightclub. The move comes as the City of Orlando starts its plan to build a memorial to honor the 49 lives lost.