Florida preparing for coronavirus vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration said it could be within 48 hours before a COVID-19 vaccine could be distributed to Florida hospitals, including AdventHealth. An advisory panel to the FDA has endorsed emergency use of Pfizer's vaccine.
FOX 35 Holiday Lights: Gatewood Gallery of Lights
Two houses in Minneola are getting into the holiday spirit. The over 14,000 lights are synchronized to holiday music. There is also a place where children can drop a letter to Santa.
Group raising funds to buy gifts for foster children
Last year, the Calache Foundation, in Port Orange, raised over $10,000 which allowed dozens of children receive four to five small presents.
Winter Park hosts annual Christmas Parade
Winter Park is not letting the coronavirus pandemic get in the way of an annual holiday events. The Winter Park Christmas Parade went off without a hitch but with a few safety adjustments.
Christmas gifts for foster children
Last year, the Calache Foundation, in Port Orange, raised over $10,000 which allowed dozens of children receive four to five small presents.
Deciding where and what to donate to charity
If you are considering donating to a charity this holiday season, you will want to research where and how your money will be spent. Some donations go directly to recipients while other donations cover administrative costs. Also, watch out for payment processing fees.
Should people be paid to get COVID-19 vaccine?
A proposal has been floated to tie another round of coronavirus stimulus relief money to a requirement that recipients must get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Delivery text scam warning
A scam is tailored for 2020 as crooks are out to trick you with simple text messages about delivery confirmations.
FOX 35 Week of Giving
All week, FOX 35 has been helping to raise money for the Salvation Army. Friday marks the conclusion of the Week of Giving.
CDC suggests universal mask use ahead of vaccines
The Center's for Disease Control and Prevention is suggesting universal mask use as the nation prepares to receive the first batches of coronavirus vaccines.
Orlando hosting half-marathon
Central Florida is getting ready for its first major foot race since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. Orlando is hosting a socially distant half-marathon.
Man frees trapped dolphin from rope
Jet skiers freed a dolphin that was trapped in rope in Biscayne Bay in South Florida.
Holiday light display memorializes victims of COVID-19
Holiday lights are sparkling everywhere you look, and we are searching for some of the best displays. David Nubar's home has over 200,000 lights that memorialize those lost to COVID-19. His home on Clemwood Street in Orlando.
Delivery driver rescues elderly man from burning house
A local delivery driver in New Smyrna Beach, Florida was on his route when he noticed a home was on fire. He rushed into action and saved an elderly resident.
Volunteers helping the Salvation Army
Members of a Central Florida church are stepping up to help the Salvation Army with the Red Kettle campaign.
Students compete in NASA culinary challenge
NASA holds an annual cooking challenge to ask high school student to create and prepare a meal which astronauts could enjoy in space.
Teen, dad pushing for more resources after cardiac arrest
A Central Florida teenager who recently experienced sudden cardiac arrest is joining her father to find more health resources for the Volusia County School District, including automated external defibrillator (AED) machines.
Coping with holiday stress
The holidays are the happiest time of the year for many but it can also be difficult for others. The coronavirus pandemic is adding another layer of stress.
'Miracle Leaf' touted as natural sleep aid
Some who struggle to sleep are turning to what is called miracle leaf. One doctor with spoke with cautioned that there is no scientific evidence to back its effectiveness as a sleep aid.
Former Disney employee constructs wooden flags
An Orange County man who lost his job at Walt Disney World during the pandemic is now using his skills to make wooden replicas of flags.