Haines City police captain among 10 indicted in Veterans Affairs fraud scheme
A captain with the Haines City Police Department was arrested on Thursday as part of a Veterans Affairs fraud scheme, according to officials.
A captain with the Haines City Police Department was arrested on Thursday as part of a Veterans Affairs fraud scheme, according to officials.
Florida Checkers employee shoots, kills customer upset with order, police say
An argument over a food order at a Florida Checkers restaurant ended in shooting and one man dead, deputies said. A Checkers employee allegedly shot and killed a customer during an argument over the customer's food. The Checkers employee was arrested and booked into jail on one count of first-degree premeditated murder.
An argument over a food order at a Florida Checkers restaurant ended in shooting and one man dead, deputies said. A Checkers employee allegedly shot and killed a customer during an argument over the customer's food. The Checkers employee was arrested and booked into jail on one count of first-degree premeditated murder.
Epic Universe Orlando: Park guests, theme park experts weigh-in on grand opening
Universal's Epic Universe opened on Thursday in Orlando. FOX 35 spoke with park visitors and theme park experts to get their take on the first major theme park to open in Orlando and Central Florida in nearly 30 years
Universal's Epic Universe opened on Thursday in Orlando. FOX 35 spoke with park visitors and theme park experts to get their take on the first major theme park to open in Orlando and Central Florida in nearly 30 years
Epic Universe: Average wait times for rides, attractions on opening day
Universal's Epic Universe opened Thursday — the first new theme park in Central Florida in nearly three decades.
Universal's Epic Universe opened Thursday — the first new theme park in Central Florida in nearly three decades.
Two Israeli Embassy staffers fatally shot outside Capital Jewish Museum
Two Israeli Embassy staffers were shot and killed near the Capital Jewish Museum Wednesday night, D.C. police say.
Two Israeli Embassy staffers were shot and killed near the Capital Jewish Museum Wednesday night, D.C. police say.
Man charged with animal cruelty after video surfaces in Brevard County
A Brevard County man is facing felony animal cruelty charges after a home security camera allegedly captured him choking and hitting his dog in a disturbing incident from March.
A Brevard County man is facing felony animal cruelty charges after a home security camera allegedly captured him choking and hitting his dog in a disturbing incident from March.
Volusia deputies, New Smyrna Beach police detail response to stabbing rescue
The first responders who helped save a man after a stabbing in New Smyrna Beach are now sharing how their swift actions helped stabilize the victim and prevent further harm.
The first responders who helped save a man after a stabbing in New Smyrna Beach are now sharing how their swift actions helped stabilize the victim and prevent further harm.
Trump hosts NCAA basketball champion Florida Gators at the White House
President Donald Trump welcomed the University of Florida men’s basketball team to the White House on Wednesday to celebrate their 2025 NCAA championship.
President Donald Trump welcomed the University of Florida men’s basketball team to the White House on Wednesday to celebrate their 2025 NCAA championship.
Florida moves closer to reinstating black bear hunting with new rule proposal
On Wednesday, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved proposed black bear hunting rule changes for public notice, moving forward with talks on bringing back regulated bear hunts.
On Wednesday, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved proposed black bear hunting rule changes for public notice, moving forward with talks on bringing back regulated bear hunts.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks on swatting crackdown
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Wednesday afternoon in Winter Haven. DeSantis was joined by other law enforcement leaders to sign legislation to crack down on swatting. Swatting is a form of criminal harassment that involves deceiving an emergency service into sending a police or emergency response team to another person's location.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Wednesday afternoon in Winter Haven. DeSantis was joined by other law enforcement leaders to sign legislation to crack down on swatting. Swatting is a form of criminal harassment that involves deceiving an emergency service into sending a police or emergency response team to another person's location.
South African president responds after Trump accusations
President Donald Trump participated in a bilateral meeting with Cyril Ramaphosa, president of the Republic of South Africa, on Wednesday afternoon in the Oval Office. Trump confronted the foreign leader with video over discredited claims of a white genocide in South Africa. Trump says white farmers are "fleeing South Africa" and played footage showing people chanting "kill the Boer, kill the farmer." Responding to the footage, Ramaphosa says the chants don't represent government policy.
President Donald Trump participated in a bilateral meeting with Cyril Ramaphosa, president of the Republic of South Africa, on Wednesday afternoon in the Oval Office. Trump confronted the foreign leader with video over discredited claims of a white genocide in South Africa. Trump says white farmers are "fleeing South Africa" and played footage showing people chanting "kill the Boer, kill the farmer." Responding to the footage, Ramaphosa says the chants don't represent government policy.
Trump accuses South African president of 'white persecution'
President Donald Trump participated in a bilateral meeting with Cyril Ramaphosa, president of the Republic of South Africa, on Wednesday afternoon in the Oval Office. Trump confronted the foreign leader with video over discredited claims of a white genocide in South Africa. Trump says white farmers are "fleeing South Africa" and played footage showing people chanting "kill the Boer, kill the farmer."
President Donald Trump participated in a bilateral meeting with Cyril Ramaphosa, president of the Republic of South Africa, on Wednesday afternoon in the Oval Office. Trump confronted the foreign leader with video over discredited claims of a white genocide in South Africa. Trump says white farmers are "fleeing South Africa" and played footage showing people chanting "kill the Boer, kill the farmer."
District stops building schools after enrollment drop
Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) is halting plans for new school construction as the district braces for a projected decline of more than 3,000 students next academic year ? a shift officials say could leave classrooms empty. Stephanie Vanos, OCSB member for District 6, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the construction pause.
Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) is halting plans for new school construction as the district braces for a projected decline of more than 3,000 students next academic year ? a shift officials say could leave classrooms empty. Stephanie Vanos, OCSB member for District 6, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the construction pause.
Vote possible today on Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'
Good Day Orlando checks in with Senator Rick Scott for the latest political headlines out of Washington, D.C. Scott discusses Medicaid reform, the upcoming hurricane season and a possible vote later today on President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill."
Good Day Orlando checks in with Senator Rick Scott for the latest political headlines out of Washington, D.C. Scott discusses Medicaid reform, the upcoming hurricane season and a possible vote later today on President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill."
Audit reveals Orange County 911 response times are too long
A new audit of Orange County?s 911 call center reveals that the sheriff?s office has consistently failed to meet Florida?s emergency response standard, requiring 90% of calls be answered within 10 seconds. In 2023, only 61% of calls met that mark. The problem, officials say, stems from a severe staffing shortage that began during the COVID-19 pandemic, when the number of dispatchers dropped by nearly half. Orange County Comptroller Phil Diamond joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the audit.
A new audit of Orange County?s 911 call center reveals that the sheriff?s office has consistently failed to meet Florida?s emergency response standard, requiring 90% of calls be answered within 10 seconds. In 2023, only 61% of calls met that mark. The problem, officials say, stems from a severe staffing shortage that began during the COVID-19 pandemic, when the number of dispatchers dropped by nearly half. Orange County Comptroller Phil Diamond joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the audit.
FWC to discuss proposed bear hunt today
Today, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) will discuss possibly allowing bear hunts in the state. If FWC choose to move forward with the controversial proposal, the bear hunt could become an annual event. Officials say a bear hunt would support bear conservation. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish brings the latest details.
Today, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) will discuss possibly allowing bear hunts in the state. If FWC choose to move forward with the controversial proposal, the bear hunt could become an annual event. Officials say a bear hunt would support bear conservation. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish brings the latest details.
President Trump's Golden Dome missile program, GOP budget push
On Tuesday, President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans for the Golden Dome missile defense system. Trump says the project will cost a total of $175 billion - $25 billion initial investment and another $150 billion to be budgeted over the course of two years. In addition, Trump's "big, beautiful budget" plan remains mired in uncertainty despite a last minute, in-person pitch to House Republicans.
On Tuesday, President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans for the Golden Dome missile defense system. Trump says the project will cost a total of $175 billion - $25 billion initial investment and another $150 billion to be budgeted over the course of two years. In addition, Trump's "big, beautiful budget" plan remains mired in uncertainty despite a last minute, in-person pitch to House Republicans.
Massive alligator forces boating closure at Juniper Springs after aggressive encounters
A massive alligator measuring up to 14 feet in length has prompted officials to shut down a popular waterway at Juniper Springs in Marion County, following reports of aggressive behavior towards canoes and kayaks.
A massive alligator measuring up to 14 feet in length has prompted officials to shut down a popular waterway at Juniper Springs in Marion County, following reports of aggressive behavior towards canoes and kayaks.
Orange County street takeover: FHP troopers ram vehicles, make arrests
Florida Highway Patrol troopers rammed two vehicles and drew their weapons during a chaotic street takeover over the weekend that ended in multiple arrests and dozens of drivers fleeing the scene at high speed.
Florida Highway Patrol troopers rammed two vehicles and drew their weapons during a chaotic street takeover over the weekend that ended in multiple arrests and dozens of drivers fleeing the scene at high speed.
Parent claims Florida teacher 'groomed' child to become gay, internal investigation says
Brevard Public Schools (BPS) conducted a weeks-long investigation and released a 128-page report that details the steps officials took before deciding not to renew a Satellite High School teacher's contract.
Brevard Public Schools (BPS) conducted a weeks-long investigation and released a 128-page report that details the steps officials took before deciding not to renew a Satellite High School teacher's contract.