'March For Our Lives' attacks Pam Bondi
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The group "March For Our Lives" has launched a new campaign against United States Attorney General Pam Bondi. Jaclyn Corin, Parkland mass shooting survivor and "March for Our Lives" executive director, is leading the charge. The group says Bondi exploited the shooting to help advance her political career and that she betrayed her promises to those affected.

State attorney speaks after 3 Florida teens sentenced
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All 3 suspects have been sentenced in the 2023 Ocklawaha triple-murder case. Defendants Robinson and Brewton were sentenced to life in prison. Defendant Atkins was sentenced to 40 years in prison. All three defendants were charged as adults. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer shows us what the state attorney had to say after the sentencings.

New state-funded weight loss initiative in Florida
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Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo announced a new state-funded weight management program for residents in three Florida counties on Thursday. The program will provide residents in Hillsborough, Leon and Palm Beach counties with a free WW, formerly Weight Watchers, subscription as part of the state?s chronic disease prevention efforts. State officials said the program is available to those who have a BMI of 25 or greater, are at least 18 years old and live in one of the three eligible counties.

Bryan Kohberger sentenced to life without parole
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The man who stabbed four students to death in a home near the University of Idaho has appeared in court for a sentencing hearing. Bryan Kohberger and the families of his victims had a chance Wednesday to speak in court but Kohberger remained silent. Kohberger was sentenced to life in prison as part of a plea deal for murdering Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, Kaylee Goncalves and Ethan Chapin in late 2022.

Florida AG, Polk sheriff: 8 charged in multi-state, $8.8 million bank fraud, racketeering scheme

Eight people are facing charges in a multi-state, $8.8 million bank fraud and racketeering scheme impacting 235 people, mainly those who are elderly, according to Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.

8 arrested in multi-million dollar fraud investigation
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Eight people are facing charges in a multi-state, $8.8 million bank fraud and racketeering scheme impacting 235 people, mainly those who are elderly, according to Attorney General James Uthmeier and Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd. Uthmeier and Judd made the announcement at a press conference on Wednesday at the Polk County Sheriff?s Office in Winter Haven. The suspects have all now been extradited and booked into the Polk County Jail.

Gov. DeSantis, First Lady announce more than $200 million for Florida cancer research and treatment

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, First Lady Casey DeSantis, Florida Department of Health Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo and other health officials have announced more than $200 million that will be allocated to cancer research and treatment funding in the state.

DeSantis, First Lady announce cancer research funding
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, First Lady Casey DeSantis, Florida Department of Health Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo and other health officials have announced more than $200 million that will be allocated to cancer research and treatment funding in the state. The state is allocating $132.5 million to the Casey DeSantis Cancer Research Program, $30 million for a new Cancer Connect Collaborative Incubator and will continue to fund the Florida Cancer Innovation Fund, providing $60 million.

National Hurricane Center flags area to watch for possible tropical development as system soaks Gulf

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has flagged an area of low pressure to watch along the southeastern United States coastline, which has the possibility of developing into a tropical system later this week.

Bodycam shows violent Jacksonville arrest, sparks excessive force debate

Newly released footage shows the violent arrest of a 22-year-old man during a February traffic stop by Jacksonville deputies, sparking renewed scrutiny of the department’s use of force.

Lightning strike collapses ceiling onto man sleeping in Florida home

A lightning strike ripped through the roof of an Ormond Beach home over the weekend, collapsing part of the ceiling directly onto a man who was lying in bed.

Thief steals $30K in Pokémon cards from DeLand store in 75-second smash-and-grab

A thief made off with up to $30,000 worth of Pokémon cards during a smash-and-grab burglary at a trading card shop in DeLand, marking the latest in a string of similar heists across Central Florida.

Florida infant left strapped in car seat, alone outside business; babysitter arrested

A Florida babysitter has been arrested and charged with child neglect after she mistakenly left one of the kids she was caring for – a 3-month-old baby – outside in a hot parking lot, still strapped into a car seat, according to Eustis Police Chief Craig Capri.

Disney bringing new animation-inspired experience to Hollywood Studios

Walt Disney World has announced its plans to bring a brand-new animation experience to life at Hollywood Studios. Here's everything we know about the new experience, when it's expected to open and what comes next for the theme park giant.

What is 'Door Kick Challenge'? Florida teen kicks house door in, shoots airsoft gun, deputies say

Known as the “Door Kick Challenge," the trend — popular on TikTok and other platforms — involves teens running up to a home, kicking the front door loudly, and running off, often while recording the incident for social media views.

Marion County teen sentenced to 40 years in 2023 Ocklawaha triple murder case

A Marion County judge on Tuesday sentenced 15-year-old Christopher Atkins to 40 years in prison for his role in a 2023 triple homicide that shocked the Ocklawaha community.

Gov. DeSantis announces DOGE audit in Gainesville
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Tuesday morning in Gainesville. During the press conference, DeSantis announced on-site audits of city and county governments starting July 31, targeting areas with complaints from taxpayers of wasteful spending. Over the last five years, DeSantis said taxpayers in Gainesville have watched as the local government has increased burdens on property owners. He said there was more than $30 million in additional ad valorem tax collections, which represents an increase of almost 86% since 2020. He said part of the increased spending is in the Gainesville operating budget, which has expanded by more than $90 million a year.

Maddie Soto case: Life in prison for Stephan Sterns
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Stephan Sterns was sentenced to multiple life sentences in prison without the possibility of parole in the sexual assault and murder of Madeline Soto, part of a plea deal that avoided two public trials and removed the death penalty as a potential penalty. Sterns pleaded no contest to first-degree murder in the disappearance and death of 13-year-old Madeline and guilty to several counts of sexual abuse. A Florida judge accepted the plea deal and adjudicated Sterns guilty, before sentencing him to multiple life sentences in prison. Lauren Cadilac, attorney at Cadilac Law, joins FOX 35 News+ to talk about the plea deal.

Central Florida first responders returning from Texas
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Six members of the US&R Task Force 4 were deployed to Texas earlier this month as part of a small Swift Water Rescue Team. The members of the team included first responders from Seminole County, Orange County and Orlando. Tod Zellers, assistant chief at the Seminole County Fire Department, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the rescue efforts.