Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis: Red snapper federal waters fishing ban
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke on a block, executed by a federal judge, to prevent fishermen from catching red snapper through the Exempted Fishing Permit. He said he expects the decision to be appealed.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke on a block, executed by a federal judge, to prevent fishermen from catching red snapper through the Exempted Fishing Permit. He said he expects the decision to be appealed.
Scientists use sharks to track hurricanes
Researchers are now looking to sharks to help predict coming hurricanes. "Sharks can move in and out of areas where the weather might be different," Dr. Toby Daly-Engel, the director of Florida Tech's Conservation Lab told FOX 35.
Researchers are now looking to sharks to help predict coming hurricanes. "Sharks can move in and out of areas where the weather might be different," Dr. Toby Daly-Engel, the director of Florida Tech's Conservation Lab told FOX 35.
Lake County Robotics Team "Nerds of Prey" wins World Championship
Lake Minneola High School robotics team beats 600 of the top teams from around the world, winning the Robotics World Championship in Houston
Lake Minneola High School robotics team beats 600 of the top teams from around the world, winning the Robotics World Championship in Houston
'Uncontrollable' space junk: Thousands of debris floating in space
According to the newly released Space Debris Report by Accu, nearly half of the objects currently tracked in Earth's orbit are considered completely uncontrolled space junk. The Accu Orbital Tracking Report currently monitors 33,269 objects in Earth's orbit. Of those, only 17,682 are classified as functioning payloads (satellites). The rest consists of rocket bodies, unassigned objects, and thousands of pieces of debris.
According to the newly released Space Debris Report by Accu, nearly half of the objects currently tracked in Earth's orbit are considered completely uncontrolled space junk. The Accu Orbital Tracking Report currently monitors 33,269 objects in Earth's orbit. Of those, only 17,682 are classified as functioning payloads (satellites). The rest consists of rocket bodies, unassigned objects, and thousands of pieces of debris.
Mr. Ginger, youngest 'Sloth World' sloth, dies
Mr. Ginger, the smallest and youngest Sloth World sloth brought to the Central Florida Zoo, has died. The zoo said Mr. Ginger was humanely euthanized on Friday. He had been in very critical condition since he arrived at the zoo in April. 13 sloths were rescued from an Orange County warehouse and brought to the zoo. Four have since died: Bandit, Habanero, Dumpling, and Mr. Ginger.
Mr. Ginger, the smallest and youngest Sloth World sloth brought to the Central Florida Zoo, has died. The zoo said Mr. Ginger was humanely euthanized on Friday. He had been in very critical condition since he arrived at the zoo in April. 13 sloths were rescued from an Orange County warehouse and brought to the zoo. Four have since died: Bandit, Habanero, Dumpling, and Mr. Ginger.
Watch: Liftoff! NASA, SpaceX launches supplies to ISS
NASA and SpaceX launched 6,500 pounds of supplies and equipment to the International Space Station. This launch provided current astronauts onboard the ISS with scientific investigations, supplies and equipment. On its return trip, the spacecraft will transport items back to Earth for research and repairs.
NASA and SpaceX launched 6,500 pounds of supplies and equipment to the International Space Station. This launch provided current astronauts onboard the ISS with scientific investigations, supplies and equipment. On its return trip, the spacecraft will transport items back to Earth for research and repairs.
NASA, SpaceX launches supply mission to ISS | FULL
FULL | Watch a full look at the Falcon-9, Dragon Spacecraft launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on May 15, 2026. The Dragon is carrying 6,500 pounds of supplies and is expected to dock at 7 a.m., May 17.
FULL | Watch a full look at the Falcon-9, Dragon Spacecraft launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on May 15, 2026. The Dragon is carrying 6,500 pounds of supplies and is expected to dock at 7 a.m., May 17.
4 dead: 'Sloth World' sloth, Mr. Ginger, dies
Marking three weeks since 13 sloths were taken into the care of the Central Florida Zoo, the fourth and youngest Sloth, Mr. Ginger was humanely euthanized on May 15. Mr. Ginger was estimated to be four to six months old when he was brought to the zoo.
Marking three weeks since 13 sloths were taken into the care of the Central Florida Zoo, the fourth and youngest Sloth, Mr. Ginger was humanely euthanized on May 15. Mr. Ginger was estimated to be four to six months old when he was brought to the zoo.
Baby seahorse rescue signals new hope for Indian River Lagoon
A local shrimper on the Space Coast received an unexpected surprise in his trap recently: a tiny, squirming baby seahorse.
A local shrimper on the Space Coast received an unexpected surprise in his trap recently: a tiny, squirming baby seahorse.
SpaceX Florida 'Starship Factory' taking shape as NASA bets big on lunar return
The race to the moon is heating up on the Space Coast as SpaceX races to complete a massive "Starship Factory" near Kennedy Space Center.
The race to the moon is heating up on the Space Coast as SpaceX races to complete a massive "Starship Factory" near Kennedy Space Center.
Artemis II launch brought over $41M in tourism dollars to Space Coast
After thousands of locals and visitors flocked to the Space Coast to watch the historic Artemis II launch in person, the numbers are in. Florida's Space Coast Office of Tourism reported over 350,000 people traveled to Brevard County during the week of the launch – boosting tourism to businesses in the area.
After thousands of locals and visitors flocked to the Space Coast to watch the historic Artemis II launch in person, the numbers are in. Florida's Space Coast Office of Tourism reported over 350,000 people traveled to Brevard County during the week of the launch – boosting tourism to businesses in the area.
NASA releases 12,000 new Artemis II photos
Ken Kremer, Managing Editor of Space UpClose joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the breathtaking new photos from the Artemis II moon mission, showing the Earth, moon and the Artemis II crew from never-before-seen angles.
Ken Kremer, Managing Editor of Space UpClose joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the breathtaking new photos from the Artemis II moon mission, showing the Earth, moon and the Artemis II crew from never-before-seen angles.
Necropsy reports explain deaths of 52 sloths for 'Sloth World'
What led to the deaths of 52 sloths brought to Florida for the Sloth World attraction in Orlando? Necropsy reports detail how each sloth was affected including diet, stress during transport and vomit. Now, 13 sloths are being cared for at the Central Florida Zoo.
What led to the deaths of 52 sloths brought to Florida for the Sloth World attraction in Orlando? Necropsy reports detail how each sloth was affected including diet, stress during transport and vomit. Now, 13 sloths are being cared for at the Central Florida Zoo.
Watch: ULA launches 29 broadband satellites into space
United Launch Alliance launched 29 Amazon broadband satellites into space to advance the Amazon Leo broadband constellation. The launch, which took place at 8:52 p.m. ET on April 27, is the second consecutive launch from ULA's Atlas V rocket.
United Launch Alliance launched 29 Amazon broadband satellites into space to advance the Amazon Leo broadband constellation. The launch, which took place at 8:52 p.m. ET on April 27, is the second consecutive launch from ULA's Atlas V rocket.
Artemis II heat shield results: What early data shows
After significant concerns with the heat shield after the Artemis II mission, the results from Artemis II are in. Early data shows major success for the Artemis II heat shield after the mission concluded with the heat shield intact.
After significant concerns with the heat shield after the Artemis II mission, the results from Artemis II are in. Early data shows major success for the Artemis II heat shield after the mission concluded with the heat shield intact.
Sloth World: Warehouse lacked proper permits for animals; 'stop work' order issued by county
The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.
The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.
NASA's new spacesuits could delay moon landing, report warns
A NASA inspector general report warns that the new spacesuits being developed for Artemis missions may not be ready in time for the planned moon landing in 2028.
A NASA inspector general report warns that the new spacesuits being developed for Artemis missions may not be ready in time for the planned moon landing in 2028.
FAA grounds Blue Origin after satellite orbit failure
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a failed satellite deployment following a Blue Origin New Glenn launch from Florida’s Space Coast. While the rocket launched and landed successfully, the mission fell short of its primary objective, raising concerns across the commercial space industry.
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a failed satellite deployment following a Blue Origin New Glenn launch from Florida’s Space Coast. While the rocket launched and landed successfully, the mission fell short of its primary objective, raising concerns across the commercial space industry.
FAA investigates Blue Origin over lost payload incident
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a failed satellite deployment following a Blue Origin New Glenn launch from Florida’s Space Coast. While the rocket launched and landed successfully, the mission fell short of its primary objective, raising concerns across the commercial space industry.
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a failed satellite deployment following a Blue Origin New Glenn launch from Florida’s Space Coast. While the rocket launched and landed successfully, the mission fell short of its primary objective, raising concerns across the commercial space industry.
FAA grounds Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket after satellite placed in wrong orbit, resulting in lost payload
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a failed satellite deployment following a Blue Origin New Glenn launch from Florida’s Space Coast.
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a failed satellite deployment following a Blue Origin New Glenn launch from Florida’s Space Coast.