Santa Ono blocked from UF presidency amid DEI backlash
Santa Ono, former University of Michigan president and a prominent academic leader, was blocked from becoming the next president of the University of Florida after a 10-6 vote by the state university system’s Board of Governors.
Santa Ono, former University of Michigan president and a prominent academic leader, was blocked from becoming the next president of the University of Florida after a 10-6 vote by the state university system’s Board of Governors.
Pulse Memorial: Orange County commits $5 million toward permanent site
A permanent memorial honoring the 49 lives lost in the Pulse nightclub shooting is one step closer to reality after Orange County commissioners unanimously approved a $5 million contribution toward the project.
A permanent memorial honoring the 49 lives lost in the Pulse nightclub shooting is one step closer to reality after Orange County commissioners unanimously approved a $5 million contribution toward the project.
Unusual surge of 9-armed sea stars reported along Florida’s Space Coast
An unusual and rare sighting is sparking excitement along Florida’s Space Coast, where beachgoers are reporting a surge in appearances of nine-armed sea stars washed ashore.
An unusual and rare sighting is sparking excitement along Florida’s Space Coast, where beachgoers are reporting a surge in appearances of nine-armed sea stars washed ashore.
Orlando Magic unveil new logo, uniforms, court design
The Orlando Magic are hoping to create some buzz ahead of next season with a new logo and new uniforms.
The Orlando Magic are hoping to create some buzz ahead of next season with a new logo and new uniforms.
Political leaders speak on Congressional spending bill
The Senate GOP and Democratic leadership both hosted a press conferences on Tuesday afternoon. During the press conferences, several leaders shared comments on President Donald Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill." GOP leaders said they are prepared to do what it takes to get it done, while Democratic leaders say they "surprisingly agree" with Elon Musk's recent post on X, which states "This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination."
The Senate GOP and Democratic leadership both hosted a press conferences on Tuesday afternoon. During the press conferences, several leaders shared comments on President Donald Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill." GOP leaders said they are prepared to do what it takes to get it done, while Democratic leaders say they "surprisingly agree" with Elon Musk's recent post on X, which states "This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination."
Boulder, Colorado attack suspect: 'Pure evil'
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt led a White House press briefing on Tuesday afternoon in Washington, D.C. This week, Leavitt touched on topics including recent Colorado attack, immigration, fentanyl and inflation.
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt led a White House press briefing on Tuesday afternoon in Washington, D.C. This week, Leavitt touched on topics including recent Colorado attack, immigration, fentanyl and inflation.
NHC monitoring disturbance off Florida's coast: Could it become tropical depression, storm?
The National Hurricane Center is watching a disturbance situated off Florida's coast for potential development.
The National Hurricane Center is watching a disturbance situated off Florida's coast for potential development.
Cars land at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom: Piston Peak National Park
Walt Disney World shares new details on Piston Peak National Park, the new Cars-themed land opening at Magic Kingdom in Orlando, Florida. Here's the latest concept rendering and details.
Walt Disney World shares new details on Piston Peak National Park, the new Cars-themed land opening at Magic Kingdom in Orlando, Florida. Here's the latest concept rendering and details.
Families of 2 killed in Orlando Halloween shooting to file lawsuit, calling for change
The families of two men killed when an alleged teenage gunman opened fire on crowds celebrating Halloween in downtown Orlando last year announced Tuesday their intention to file a lawsuit this month. They are calling for justice, accountability, and systemic change to prevent future tragedies.
The families of two men killed when an alleged teenage gunman opened fire on crowds celebrating Halloween in downtown Orlando last year announced Tuesday their intention to file a lawsuit this month. They are calling for justice, accountability, and systemic change to prevent future tragedies.
State leaders discuss immigration enforcement, closed border policies
State Attorney Bill Gladson and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hosted a news conference on Tuesday to discuss the sentencing of an undocumented immigrant who was convicted to life in prison for human trafficking, among other charges, following a 2024 investigation in Eustis involving a minor.
State Attorney Bill Gladson and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hosted a news conference on Tuesday to discuss the sentencing of an undocumented immigrant who was convicted to life in prison for human trafficking, among other charges, following a 2024 investigation in Eustis involving a minor.
Otter bites person at Wekiva Island; FWC searching for animal
A person was bitten by an otter at Wekiva Island on May 29, prompting a response from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), officials said.
A person was bitten by an otter at Wekiva Island on May 29, prompting a response from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), officials said.
Suspect in Colorado attack facing hate crime charges
A man used a makeshift flamethrower and threw a device into a crowd, injuring eight people at an outdoor mall in Boulder, Colorado over the weekend. FBI officials are describing the incident as a "targeted attack." Mohamed Sabry Soliman, 45, has been identified as the suspect by the FBI, with officials saying that he yelled "Free Palestine" during the attack on the group of demonstrators calling for the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza.
A man used a makeshift flamethrower and threw a device into a crowd, injuring eight people at an outdoor mall in Boulder, Colorado over the weekend. FBI officials are describing the incident as a "targeted attack." Mohamed Sabry Soliman, 45, has been identified as the suspect by the FBI, with officials saying that he yelled "Free Palestine" during the attack on the group of demonstrators calling for the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza.
State attorney, Florida AG push for immigration enforcement, closed border policies
State Attorney Bill Gladson and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hosted a news conference on Tuesday to discuss the sentencing of an undocumented immigrant who was convicted to life in prison for human trafficking, among other charges, following a 2024 investigation in Eustis involving a minor.
State Attorney Bill Gladson and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hosted a news conference on Tuesday to discuss the sentencing of an undocumented immigrant who was convicted to life in prison for human trafficking, among other charges, following a 2024 investigation in Eustis involving a minor.
Orlando weather: Scattered storms Tuesday night, Saharan dust to reduce rain Thursday
Central Florida faces a mix of showers, humidity, and a midweek shift in weather as Saharan dust moves into the region.
Central Florida faces a mix of showers, humidity, and a midweek shift in weather as Saharan dust moves into the region.
Ocala woman bitten by dog while feeding homeless, vows to continue mission
An Ocala woman is recovering from injuries after being bitten in the face by a dog while distributing food to the homeless over the weekend.
An Ocala woman is recovering from injuries after being bitten in the face by a dog while distributing food to the homeless over the weekend.
Florida man sues Universal over alleged malfunction of 'Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey' ride
A Florida man has filed a lawsuit seeking more than $50,000 in damages against Universal Orlando Resort, alleging he was injured during a ride malfunction.
A Florida man has filed a lawsuit seeking more than $50,000 in damages against Universal Orlando Resort, alleging he was injured during a ride malfunction.
Boulder, Colorado attack suspect: What we know
FBI officials called it a “targeted terror attack" adding that the man yelled “Free Palestine" as he attacked people Sunday calling for the immediate release of Israeli hostages in Gaza.
FBI officials called it a “targeted terror attack" adding that the man yelled “Free Palestine" as he attacked people Sunday calling for the immediate release of Israeli hostages in Gaza.
'Help me, Jesus': Florida man hits alligator on I-4, flips over bike, slides across freeway
Two motorcyclists struck a 6-foot alligator on Interstate 4 in Volusia County. Both were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries and are now recovering. They recounted the crash to FOX 35 News, describing how the unexpected encounter with the alligator threw them off their bikes.
Two motorcyclists struck a 6-foot alligator on Interstate 4 in Volusia County. Both were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries and are now recovering. They recounted the crash to FOX 35 News, describing how the unexpected encounter with the alligator threw them off their bikes.
Aurora borealis could be seen as far South as Alabama tonight: What to know
The Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, West Coast and even the deep South could be in for an aurora borealis treat Sunday night.
The Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, West Coast and even the deep South could be in for an aurora borealis treat Sunday night.
Orlando Matters: May 31, 2025
Orlando Matters looks at the top economic, business and political news impacting Orlando and Central Florida. On this week's show, FOX 35's Ryan Elijah discusses topics including the new changes coming to Terminal C at the Orlando International Airport (MCO), Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' thoughts on the MLB possibly coming to the state and a new nighttime parade at Walt Disney World.
Orlando Matters looks at the top economic, business and political news impacting Orlando and Central Florida. On this week's show, FOX 35's Ryan Elijah discusses topics including the new changes coming to Terminal C at the Orlando International Airport (MCO), Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' thoughts on the MLB possibly coming to the state and a new nighttime parade at Walt Disney World.