Battle over the future of 'Alligator Alcatraz'
The legal battle over the future of the "Alligator Alcatraz" immigration detention facility in Florida is continuing. Proponents have framed the facility as a low-cost, temporary solution to crack down on illegal immigration and manage the volume of detainees. However, environmental groups argue that the facility's location in the Everglades and rushed construction violate federal environmental laws and could harm the environment, including endangered species. Dr. Larry Walker, an associate professor at the University of Central Florida, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss what comes next.
The legal battle over the future of the "Alligator Alcatraz" immigration detention facility in Florida is continuing. Proponents have framed the facility as a low-cost, temporary solution to crack down on illegal immigration and manage the volume of detainees. However, environmental groups argue that the facility's location in the Everglades and rushed construction violate federal environmental laws and could harm the environment, including endangered species. Dr. Larry Walker, an associate professor at the University of Central Florida, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss what comes next.
8 rescued from Florida waters after sinking boat runs low on fuel in rough waves
A day on the water turned into a dramatic rescue Saturday as boaters were saved from rough seas off the coast of southern Florida.
A day on the water turned into a dramatic rescue Saturday as boaters were saved from rough seas off the coast of southern Florida.
First look: 'Beak and Barrel' pirate-themed tavern opening at Magic Kingdom
A pirate-themed tavern is set to debut at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom next week, and demand is already so high that reservations are booked through late October.
A pirate-themed tavern is set to debut at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom next week, and demand is already so high that reservations are booked through late October.
Study links COVID-19 infections to increased asthma, allergy risk
A large study led by Karolinska Institutet found people who had COVID-19 face a higher risk of developing asthma, sinusitis and hay fever, but vaccination appears to reduce those risks.
A large study led by Karolinska Institutet found people who had COVID-19 face a higher risk of developing asthma, sinusitis and hay fever, but vaccination appears to reduce those risks.
Florida teacher faces discipline after 'Most Likely to Become A Dictator' mock award sparks backlash
A teacher in Florida is facing possible discipline after reportedly giving a student a mock award, sparking backlash from the student’s family and state officials.
A teacher in Florida is facing possible discipline after reportedly giving a student a mock award, sparking backlash from the student’s family and state officials.
Defiant protesters repaint Pulse Memorial crosswalk in rainbow colors after state covers it
Protesters returned to the Pulse Memorial crosswalk in downtown Orlando this week after state crews painted over the rainbow-colored markings, sparking renewed outrage from LGBTQ+ advocates and local residents.
Protesters returned to the Pulse Memorial crosswalk in downtown Orlando this week after state crews painted over the rainbow-colored markings, sparking renewed outrage from LGBTQ+ advocates and local residents.
America's last living WWII ace pilot dies at age 103
Donald McPherson, a Nebraska farmer and World War II fighter ace credited with shooting down five Japanese planes, has died at age 103. He was the last surviving U.S. ace of the war.
Donald McPherson, a Nebraska farmer and World War II fighter ace credited with shooting down five Japanese planes, has died at age 103. He was the last surviving U.S. ace of the war.
‘Alligator Alcatraz’ fight: DeSantis vows to appeal judge's order to scale back Everglades immigrant-detention center
Gov. Ron DeSantis is pushing ahead with plans for a controversial immigrant-detention center in the Everglades despite a federal judge’s order to begin dismantling parts of the facility.
Gov. Ron DeSantis is pushing ahead with plans for a controversial immigrant-detention center in the Everglades despite a federal judge’s order to begin dismantling parts of the facility.
Trump says 2026 World Cup draw to happen at Kennedy Center in DC
President Donald Trump said Friday that the 2026 World Cup draw will take place at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
President Donald Trump said Friday that the 2026 World Cup draw will take place at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
Epcot prepares new dishes and drinks for International Food and Wine Festival
Walt Disney World’s Epcot is counting down to the start of its annual International Food and Wine Festival, set to begin next Thursday, featuring more than 35 unique food and beverage offerings. What We Know
Walt Disney World’s Epcot is counting down to the start of its annual International Food and Wine Festival, set to begin next Thursday, featuring more than 35 unique food and beverage offerings. What We Know
Disney World announces major ride upgrades, new attractions for 2026
Walt Disney World is preparing for a wave of new attractions and updates in 2026, including upgrades to classic rides and entirely new experiences across its parks.
Walt Disney World is preparing for a wave of new attractions and updates in 2026, including upgrades to classic rides and entirely new experiences across its parks.
'Alligator Alcatraz' lawsuit: Federal judge halts new detainees, construction at Everglades detention center
A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction barring new detainees from being brought to the Everglades detention facility known as “Alligator Alcatraz."
A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction barring new detainees from being brought to the Everglades detention facility known as “Alligator Alcatraz."
SpaceX launches X-37B military space plane atop Falcon 9 rocket from Florida
SpaceX launched an X-37B military space plane on a Falcon 9 rocket late Thursday night from the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida.
SpaceX launched an X-37B military space plane on a Falcon 9 rocket late Thursday night from the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida.
National Hurricane Center tracking 'triangle of tropical trouble' as Atlantic Basin bubbles with activity
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has its eyes on what appears to be a “triangle of tropical trouble" as the Atlantic Ocean begins to bubble up with activity ahead of the peak of hurricane season.
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has its eyes on what appears to be a “triangle of tropical trouble" as the Atlantic Ocean begins to bubble up with activity ahead of the peak of hurricane season.
Florida Lt. Gov. extradites illegal U-turn crash driver
Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins hosted a press conference on Thursday afternoon at the Stockton Metropolitan Airport in California, where he took custody of Harjinder Singh, the driver accused of making an illegal U-turn on the Florida Turnpike near Fort Pierce, triggering a collision that killed three South Florida residents. Collins walked Singh to the plane, where they are expected to return to Florida.
Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins hosted a press conference on Thursday afternoon at the Stockton Metropolitan Airport in California, where he took custody of Harjinder Singh, the driver accused of making an illegal U-turn on the Florida Turnpike near Fort Pierce, triggering a collision that killed three South Florida residents. Collins walked Singh to the plane, where they are expected to return to Florida.
FOX 35 Care Force: Econ River High School teacher
Econ River High School?s English teacher, Bob Strodtbeck, is being honored by the FOX 35 Care Force for his dedication to the lives of his students. On Aug. 19, Strodtbeck achieved a significant milestone when he worked 2,633 days straight, which is the equivalent to more than 14 school years without missing a day of work.
Econ River High School?s English teacher, Bob Strodtbeck, is being honored by the FOX 35 Care Force for his dedication to the lives of his students. On Aug. 19, Strodtbeck achieved a significant milestone when he worked 2,633 days straight, which is the equivalent to more than 14 school years without missing a day of work.
Pulse Memorial crosswalk painted over by state overnight, Orlando mayor says
The rainbow crosswalk outside the former Pulse nightclub — painted in 2017 to honor the 49 victims of the mass shooting and symbolize LGBTQ pride — was covered with black paint overnight, igniting outrage from city leaders, survivors and community members.
The rainbow crosswalk outside the former Pulse nightclub — painted in 2017 to honor the 49 victims of the mass shooting and symbolize LGBTQ pride — was covered with black paint overnight, igniting outrage from city leaders, survivors and community members.
Delta flight from Orlando lands safely in Austin after wing flap breaks midair: FAA
A Delta Air Lines flight from Orlando to Austin landed safely Tuesday after part of its left wing flap separated during the trip, the airline and federal officials said.
A Delta Air Lines flight from Orlando to Austin landed safely Tuesday after part of its left wing flap separated during the trip, the airline and federal officials said.
Amber Alert canceled after 2 missing children found safe
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has canceled an Amber Alert after two missing children last seen in Riviera Beach were found safe.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has canceled an Amber Alert after two missing children last seen in Riviera Beach were found safe.
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