'Alligator Alcatraz': ACLU sues Trump administration, claiming detention site violates rights

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has officially filed a class-action lawsuit against President Donald Trump's administration over lack of access to legal counsel and violations of due process for people detained at Florida’s "Alligator Alcatraz."

New tiny world beyond Neptune discovered, giving boost to ‘Planet Nine’ theory

Researchers use the Subaru Telescope in Hawaii to find a small object on the outer edge of the Solar System. Nicknamed “Ammonite," researchers say it could provide more evidence to the hypothetical “Planet Nine" beyond Neptune.

'Good Trouble Lives On' protests: Nearly 50 Florida cities were expected to participate

"Good Trouble Lives On" protests took place across the country on Thursday, including in Central Florida. Nearly 50 Florida cities were expected to host the national day of action protests in response to "the attacks on our civil and human rights" by Donald Trump's administration.

New library coming to Maitland
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Maitland city leaders have approved the final plans for a new two-story public library and upgrades to Quinn Strong Park, marking a major milestone for a project years in the making. Maitland's original library was built in 1907. Stacie Larson, director of the Maitland library, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the $16 million project.

Flooding fixes in Apopka discussed at meeting
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Heavy downpours have caused big flooding problems for a neighborhood in Apopka. The city has implemented several temporary fixes in an effort to prevent the water from rising too high. FOX 35's Marley Capper explains more on the city's decision to keep the short-term solution for a little while longer.

'Good Trouble Lives On' protests happening today
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Several "Good Trouble Lives On" protests will be taking place across the country today, including in Central Florida. The national day of action aims to "respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration." Nearly 50 Florida cities are expected to participate.

Senate passes spending cuts; Epstein case tensions rise
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President Donald Trump?s multibillion-dollar clawback package was passed early Thursday morning. The final vote tally was 51-48, with Republican Sens. Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska joining every Democrat in voting against it. The package will now be sent to the House, which has until Friday to pass it.

Judge rules against proposed lawsuit over commercials on Amazon Prime

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit from Prime Video users who claimed Amazon broke its promise of ad-free streaming by adding commercials without consent.

Florida father charged after toddler found alone outside, police say

A DeLand man is facing child neglect and DUI charges after his 2-year-old son was found alone, crying and wearing only a shirt and diaper, outside a relative’s home, authorities said.

Judge reinstates Florida councilwoman after suspension over social media posts

A Groveland city councilwoman suspended earlier this month over controversial social media posts has been reinstated by a judge and returned to office.

Daytona Beach child abduction suspect jailed in Volusia County following Jacksonville arrest

A registered sex offender accused of attempted child abduction and indecent exposure on July 11 in Daytona Beach has been transported and booked into the Volusia County Jail following his arrest in Jacksonville.

Jeffrey Epstein prison video had nearly 3 minutes cut from it: report

New analysis shows the DOJ’s “raw” surveillance video of Epstein’s cell was edited, with nearly three minutes missing and metadata pointing to file manipulation.

Florida's 'Queen of Versailles' appears with President Trump for 'Halt Fentanyl Act' bill signing

President Donald Trump signed the bipartisan Halt All Lethal Trafficking of (HALT) Fentanyl Act into law Wednesday during a ceremony at the White House, where he was joined by families who have lost loved ones to fentanyl-related overdoses., including Jackie Siegel.

President Trump signs 'HALT Fentanyl Act'
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President Donald Trump signed legislation Wednesday afternoon that aims to curb the illicit flow of fentanyl into the United States during a bill-signing ceremony. The "Halt Fentanyl Act" permanently places fentanyl-related substances as a class into schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. Trump was joined by several families who had lost family members and friends from fentanyl overdose at the event, and several people shared their stories.

'Queen of Versailles' appears with President Trump
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President Donald Trump signed legislation Wednesday afternoon that aims to curb the illicit flow of fentanyl into the United States during a bill-signing ceremony. The "Halt Fentanyl Act" permanently places fentanyl-related substances as a class into schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. Florida's own Jackie Siegel, the Queen of Versailles, was one of the family members who spoke of their loved ones at the bill signing.

Trump denies that he plans to fire Jerome Powell
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President Donald Trump met with Republican lawmakers on Tuesday and asked them if they thought he should fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. However, when reporters asked Trump about the possibility during a meeting in the Oval Office on Wednesday, he denied it.

FULL | Trump meets with Crown Prince of Bahrain
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President Donald Trump held a bilateral meeting with Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Bahrain Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa in the Oval Office on Wednesday afternoon. The United States and Bahrain have signed an agreement that will pave the way for the two countries to enter into a formal civilian-nuclear cooperation deal.

Trial date set for FSU shooting suspect
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The Florida State University (FSU) student accused of killing two people and wounding six others in a mass shooting on campus in April is set to go to trial this November. Phoenix Ikner, 20, faces two counts of first-degree murder and seven counts of attempted first-degree murder.

Gov. DeSantis appoints Florida's new CFO
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Wednesday in Tampa, where he announced the appointment of the Sunshine State's new Chief Financial Officer. Republican Blaise Ingoglia, 54, will fill the vacancy. Ingoglia previously served in the House and as Chair of the Republican Party of Florida.