1 dead, deputy injured in Polk County shooting
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating an officer-involved shooting that left one person dead and a deputy injured on Friday night. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
2 hospitalized after mobile home fire
A mobile home caught fire on Saturday morning in Geneva. Two people were taken to the hospital. The investigation is still active and ongoing.
'No Kings Day' protests in New Smyrna Beach
"No Kings Day" protests are being held nationwide this weekend to protest President Donald Trump’s policies. Demonstrators are expected to rally in almost 2,000 cities, with several protests being held in Central Florida. FOX 35's Matt Trezza is now at New Smyrna Beach speaking with protestors in the area.
Former sheriff's detective, investigator speaks on protests
Jamie Copenhaver, a former sheriff's detective and investigator, talks about safety when it comes to the "No Kings Day" protests against President Donald Trump taking place across the country today. Demonstrators are expected to rally in almost 2,000 cities, with several protests being held in Central Florida.
'No Kings' protest taking place in Cocoa Beach
"No Kings Day" protests are being held nationwide this weekend to protest President Donald Trump’s policies. FOX 35's Esther Bower is on scene at the "No Kings" protest in Cocoa Beach, which just kicked off at 11 a.m. The protest is taking place at the intersection of US-1 and S.R. 520, where thousands of people have gathered.
U.S. Army and Trump celebrate birthdays today
The U.S. Army’s 250th birthday celebration is taking place on Saturday in Washington, D.C. The event will include ceremonies, festivals, live demonstrations, concerts, fireworks and more. The event coincides with the 79th birthday of President Donald Trump.
'No Kings' protestor speaks in Daytona Beach
"No Kings Day" protests are being held nationwide this weekend to protest President Donald Trump’s policies. "No Kings" protests have kicked off in Apopka, Casselberry, Lake Mary, Leesburg, Mount Dora, Poinciana and Daytona Beach. The Daytona Beach protest is happening at Daytona Beach City Hall, which is located at 301 S. Ridgewood Ave. FOX 35's Matt Trezza speaks with one of the protestors.
'No Kings Day' protests break out across Central Florida
"No Kings Day" protests are being held nationwide this weekend to protest President Donald Trump’s policies. The protests coincide with Trump’s military parade, commemorating the Army’s 250th anniversary, which also happens to be the president’s birthday and Flag Day. Demonstrators are expected to rally in almost 2,000 cities, with several protests being held in Central Florida.
Pulse survivors, families continue to visit site ahead of demolition
Survivors of the Pulse nightclub shooting and family members of the victims are making emotional visits to the site of the 2016 tragedy, as the city prepares to demolish the building to make way for a permanent memorial.
Florida sheriff offers stark warning to "No Kings" protesters who attack deputies: 'We will kill you graveyard dead'
Protests against immigration enforcement policies under former President Donald Trump are set to take place across Central Florida this weekend, as part of a nationwide "No Kings" mobilization timed to coincide with a military parade in Washington, D.C.
Florida deportation case highlights challenges for families with U.S.-born children
A family that has lived in the United States for more than two decades is facing a painful separation as deportations continue.
Proposed budget cuts could ground NASA's momentum amid global space race
NASA could see its largest funding cut in more than half a century under a new federal budget proposal, raising alarm among scientists, lawmakers, and space advocates as global competition in space intensifies.
Trump tariffs likely to raise appliance prices, experts say
Prices for major appliances jumped in May, and new tariffs backed by President Donald Trump are expected to push them even higher as manufacturers face rising costs for foreign-made materials.
Florida’s Space Coast is clear choice for NASA HQ, Sen. Moody says in letter to Trump
Sen. Ashley Moody and every member of Florida’s delegation have sent a letter to President Donald Trump encouraging his administration to consider relocating NASA’s headquarters from Washington, D.C. to Florida’s Space Coast.
Could Saharan Dust be trapping Florida's humidity, making it worse?
Each summer, towering plumes of Saharan Dust cross the Atlantic, arriving in the skies over Florida and the Gulf Coast like clockwork. Could the dry Saharan air could ironically make Florida’s famous humidity feel even more unbearable?
Court pauses restrictions on National Guard deployment
Roughly 4,000 National Guard troops were deployed to Los Angeles as anti-ICE protests intensified. The troops were deployed by President Donald Trump, without the authorization of California Gov. Gavin Newsom. The deployment has caused an uproar among city, county and state leaders, who say the federal government is overreaching their power. Now, an appeals court has blocked a restraining order directing Trump to return control of the National Guard to California.
8 arrested in Florida undocumented immigrant driver's license scheme: officials
Eight people have been arrested in Florida in connection with an alleged driver’s license scheme involving undocumented immigrants.
Child drowns in Central Florida pond while on vacation with family, deputies say
A child drowned on Friday morning in a Central Florida pond while on vacation with his family, Osceola County deputies say.
SpaceX launches Falcon 9 rocket from Florida
SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket with 23 Starlink satellites on Friday morning from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. Following stage separation, the first stage will land on the "A Shortfall of Gravitas" droneship, which will be stationed in the Atlantic Ocean.
Officials, Apopka family torn apart by deportation speak
An Apopka family has been torn apart by deportation. Esvin Juarez, a small business owner and father of four U.S.-citizen children, was detained when he showed up to his immigration check-in, disappeared for eight days, and later deported to Guatemala. Mr. Juarez was well into the process of receiving a U visa, a protected status afforded to victims of crime. His wife, Rosmeri Miranda, was detained on Thursday and faces deportation. Their children, including 21-year-old Beverly Juarez, now face life without their parents.