Florida toddler died in hot truck while dad got haircut, drank at bar, deputies say
An 18-month-old child in Florida has died after he was left in a hot truck for several hours, while his dad allegedly got a haircut and grabbed a drink at a bar, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office and Ormond Beach Police Department.
An 18-month-old child in Florida has died after he was left in a hot truck for several hours, while his dad allegedly got a haircut and grabbed a drink at a bar, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office and Ormond Beach Police Department.
Woman accused in deadly 2023 hit-and-run crash in Melbourne appears in court
A woman accused of fatally striking a pedestrian on Christmas night in 2023 and fleeing the scene appeared before a judge Wednesday in Brevard County after spending 18 months evading law enforcement.
A woman accused of fatally striking a pedestrian on Christmas night in 2023 and fleeing the scene appeared before a judge Wednesday in Brevard County after spending 18 months evading law enforcement.
Scam Alert: Florida drivers warned about new unpaid toll, ticket text scheme
Florida officials are once again sounding the alarm over a resurfacing scam targeting drivers with fake text messages claiming they owe unpaid tolls or traffic tickets.
Florida officials are once again sounding the alarm over a resurfacing scam targeting drivers with fake text messages claiming they owe unpaid tolls or traffic tickets.
Trump administration: Immigration, economy, foreign policy
President Donald Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing on Thursday afternoon at the White House. During the briefing, Leavitt discussed topics including immigration, the economy, foreign affairs and the Israel-Iran conflict.
President Donald Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing on Thursday afternoon at the White House. During the briefing, Leavitt discussed topics including immigration, the economy, foreign affairs and the Israel-Iran conflict.
Trump will decide on attacking Iran in next 2 weeks
President Donald Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing on Thursday afternoon at the White House. At the event, Leavitt said that based on the "substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place" with Iran in the near future, he will make his decision "whether or not to go" in the next two weeks.
President Donald Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing on Thursday afternoon at the White House. At the event, Leavitt said that based on the "substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place" with Iran in the near future, he will make his decision "whether or not to go" in the next two weeks.
Trump: 'Zero illegal aliens' released into country
President Donald Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing on Thursday afternoon at the White House. During the briefing, Leavitt said President Donald Trump's plans to crack down on undocumented immigrants are working. Last month, border patrol officers said they saw a 93% decrease of undocumented immigrants crossing the Southwest border. In May, Leavitt said zero undocumented immigrants were released into the country by border patrol.
President Donald Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing on Thursday afternoon at the White House. During the briefing, Leavitt said President Donald Trump's plans to crack down on undocumented immigrants are working. Last month, border patrol officers said they saw a 93% decrease of undocumented immigrants crossing the Southwest border. In May, Leavitt said zero undocumented immigrants were released into the country by border patrol.
How to get a Florida learners permit? New class required for teen drivers
Starting July 1, teens in Florida seeking a learner’s permit will be required to complete a state-approved driver education course, according to the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV).
Starting July 1, teens in Florida seeking a learner’s permit will be required to complete a state-approved driver education course, according to the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV).
Search for police impersonator in Lake County
The search is still on for a man who is accused of impersonating a police officer in Lake County. Crimeline is offering a $1,000 reward for any information on the investigation. Crimeline's Barb Bergin joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the case.
The search is still on for a man who is accused of impersonating a police officer in Lake County. Crimeline is offering a $1,000 reward for any information on the investigation. Crimeline's Barb Bergin joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the case.
Florida 9-year-old girl speaks after shark attack
The family of Leah Lendel, the 9-year-old girl who survived a shark attack off Florida?s Gulf Coast, shared their emotional journey and their daughter?s recovery progress. The medical team at Tampa General Hospital also provided details on the lifesaving care and steps to save Leah?s hand.
The family of Leah Lendel, the 9-year-old girl who survived a shark attack off Florida?s Gulf Coast, shared their emotional journey and their daughter?s recovery progress. The medical team at Tampa General Hospital also provided details on the lifesaving care and steps to save Leah?s hand.
26-year-old motorcyclist dies in crash
A motorcyclist was killed on Thursday morning in an Orange County crash involving a pickup truck, troopers say. The crash currently remains under investigation.
A motorcyclist was killed on Thursday morning in an Orange County crash involving a pickup truck, troopers say. The crash currently remains under investigation.
FHP speaks after shots fired on I-4
A road rage incident reportedly led to shots being fired out of a moving car on Interstate 4 in Volusia County. Florida Highway Patrol Trooper Migdalisis Garcia joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the investigation and what others can do to protect themselves during any potential road rage incidents.
A road rage incident reportedly led to shots being fired out of a moving car on Interstate 4 in Volusia County. Florida Highway Patrol Trooper Migdalisis Garcia joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the investigation and what others can do to protect themselves during any potential road rage incidents.
Florida summer heatwave: No heat advisories so far this year. Here's why.
While Florida is no stranger to summer swelter, 2025 has been pretty quiet in one key way: the National Weather Service (NWS) in Melbourne has issued zero heat advisories this year — a dramatic contrast to the previous two summers when they started rolling in as early as May.
While Florida is no stranger to summer swelter, 2025 has been pretty quiet in one key way: the National Weather Service (NWS) in Melbourne has issued zero heat advisories this year — a dramatic contrast to the previous two summers when they started rolling in as early as May.
Israel and Iran continue to trade strikes
Israeli and Iranian forces are continuing to trade war missile attacks, leaving massive destruction in their wake. Israel was hit by a new wave of Iranian missiles on Thursday, with a major hospital in the south sustaining ?extensive damage,? according to officials.
Israeli and Iranian forces are continuing to trade war missile attacks, leaving massive destruction in their wake. Israel was hit by a new wave of Iranian missiles on Thursday, with a major hospital in the south sustaining ?extensive damage,? according to officials.
SpaceX Starship explodes during test in Texas
Officials say a SpaceX's Starship suffered a catastrophic failure and exploded just after 11 p.m. Wednesday prior to a static fire test.
Officials say a SpaceX's Starship suffered a catastrophic failure and exploded just after 11 p.m. Wednesday prior to a static fire test.
Trump weighs U.S. involvement in Israel-Iran conflict
President Donald Trump said it was up in the air whether he will sign off on military strikes targeting Iran's nuclear facilities ? comments that came as his administration weighs U.S. involvement in the growing conflict between Israel and Iran. Trump told reporters outside the White House on Wednesday that he had not ruled out whether the U.S. will strike Iranian nuclear facilities but said that the coming days or the "next week is going to be very big."
President Donald Trump said it was up in the air whether he will sign off on military strikes targeting Iran's nuclear facilities ? comments that came as his administration weighs U.S. involvement in the growing conflict between Israel and Iran. Trump told reporters outside the White House on Wednesday that he had not ruled out whether the U.S. will strike Iranian nuclear facilities but said that the coming days or the "next week is going to be very big."
Florida fugitive ex-deputy vanishes before trial in deadly sports car crash
An arrest warrant has been issued for an ex-deputy in Polk County, Florida, who failed to appear for his April trial after being charged with two counts of manslaughter in 2022.
An arrest warrant has been issued for an ex-deputy in Polk County, Florida, who failed to appear for his April trial after being charged with two counts of manslaughter in 2022.
Florida AG subpoenas Chinese company over 'compromised' medical devices that can transmit private data
Florida's Republican Attorney General James Uthmeier has taken legal action against a Chinese medical device manufacturer, accusing the company of selling "compromised" medical devices that allegedly include a "backdoor" that bad actors can manipulate.
Florida's Republican Attorney General James Uthmeier has taken legal action against a Chinese medical device manufacturer, accusing the company of selling "compromised" medical devices that allegedly include a "backdoor" that bad actors can manipulate.
Space Station leak investigation continues to shift launch date of Axiom Space crew
An active investigation into a leak repair on the International Space Station continues to cause NASA to shift the launch of four private astronauts on the Axiom Space Mission 4.
An active investigation into a leak repair on the International Space Station continues to cause NASA to shift the launch of four private astronauts on the Axiom Space Mission 4.
Hurricane Erick becomes 'extremely dangerous' Category 4 as Mexico braces for destructive landfall
Hurricane Erick continues to rapidly intensify and reached Category 4 strength as the extremely dangerous storm continues to approach the southern coast of Mexico in an area popular with travelers.
Hurricane Erick continues to rapidly intensify and reached Category 4 strength as the extremely dangerous storm continues to approach the southern coast of Mexico in an area popular with travelers.
ICE raids ramp up on Florida's Space Coast with construction workers, landscapers detained
The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Wednesday that deputies assisted federal immigration authorities in Cocoa this week, sparking concern among residents and drawing new calls for transparency in immigration enforcement.
The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Wednesday that deputies assisted federal immigration authorities in Cocoa this week, sparking concern among residents and drawing new calls for transparency in immigration enforcement.