Maddie Soto update: Stephen Sterns jailhouse calls released
Stephan Sterns has been accused of killing 13-year-old Maddie Soto, and new audio recordings have been released by the State Attorney's Office detailing his alleged account of the events surrounding her death.
Boy dies after alleged torture, abuse by mother, her boyfriend; enhanced charges expected
A 10-year-old boy from Lake County has died weeks after suffering severe abuse and neglect at the hands of his mother and his mother's boyfriend, according to the Tavares Police Department.
Florida Senate bill would tweak funding, tracking for school voucher programs
The Florida Senate has introduced a bill to tweak funding and tracking for school voucher programs.
Florida House considers bill to lower minimum age for rifle purchases from 21 to 18
Florida lawmakers are considering a bill to lower the minimum age for buying rifles from 21 to 18, reversing a law passed after the Parkland shooting.
Air traffic control staffing crisis: Rising runway incursions, 'near misses' raise concerns
You might have heard the terms “near miss" and “close call" a lot recently, when talking about commercial airlines. That’s what FOX 35 News is delving into: how close they really are, how often this is happening, and what changes are being made to avoid them.
Diamonds recovered after theft suspect allegedly swallows them
Five diamond earrings have made their way through a man's stomach, and tonight they're back at the jewelry store. Jaythan Glider is accused of stealing the diamonds from a Tiffany Store in Orlando. When he was caught, he allegedly swallowed them.
Protest planned over slow road construction in Clermont
People living in a Clermont neighborhood have been waiting for a new connector road at Sawgrass Bay Boulevard. The new road would shave about 20 minutes off a commute between Lake and Orange counties. Some people say that connector was a selling point when they bought their home. However, the road is still not done years later.
Push to move NASA's headquarters to Central Florida
NASA's headquarters could soon be moved to Central Florida if Sen. Ashley Moody gets her way. Moody is co-sponsoring a bill that would move the headquarters to the Space Coast in Brevard County. Today, she spoke about why that move should be made.
Arrest made in deadly Orange County shooting
After 10 months, Orange County deputies said they have arrested a suspect in the deadly shooting that took place last year in the area of 22nd Street and Rio Grande Avenue. The Orange County Sheriff's Office said it has arrested Dey’Montae Seright for the alleged murder of Andre Pierre Alloway. Records show Seright is being charged with manslaughter with a firearm.
Southwest plane tries to take off on taxiway
Air traffic controllers stopped a potential disaster yesterday at the Orlando International Airport (MCO), when a Southwest jet almost took off from a taxiway instead of a runway. Southwest said no one was injured during the incident.
Residents protest over Rockledge Hospital closing
Brevard County residents are protesting over the planned closure of Rockledge Hospital next month. The county broke ground on a new hospital last year, but some people say they are worried about a health care crisis.
Sibling showdown for state senate seat in Orange County
State Rep. Lavon Bracy Davis has announced her plans to run to replace Sen. Geraldine Thompson, who dies last month after complications from surgery. One other person has announced plans to run for the seat — Davis' brother Randolph Bracy.
Trial for accused killer in Volusia County may be pushed back
The trial for a man accused of stabbing a couple to death during Bike Week three years ago may be delayed. Today, lawyers for Jean Mecean asked to push the trial back from June to October.
Man linked to possible road rage shooting arrested after chase
A man connected to a possible road rage shooting in Lake County was taken into custody after fleeing to Flagler County on Friday afternoon. During the shooting incident, a suspect fired a shot at a vehicle. The occupant of the vehicle is being treated for a non-life-threatening injury. The suspect was then pursued by Volusia County law enforcement into Flagler County.
Tren de Aragua gang member arrested in Florida; first to be detained under Alien Enemies Act
Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Todd M. Lyons was in Florida on Friday to discuss the recent arrest of an alleged gang member with ties to the Venezuelan gang, Tren de Aragua, billed as the first arrest in the U.S. under the Alien Enemies Act, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE).
Winter Park Sidewalk Arts Festival underway
The 66th Winter Park Sidewalk Arts Festival kicks off today in Orlando. The event is one of the nation’s oldest, largest and most prestigious outdoor art festivals and draws up to 250,000 visitors each year.
Learn how to plant seedlings
Calvin Gardner, urban horticulture extension agent, joins FOX 35 to talk about an upcoming event for plant lovers. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just getting started, this class will help you on your way to a beautiful and bountiful spring vegetable garden. Each class participant will receive educational resources for preparing their garden. The in-person spring vegetable gardening class is being hosted by the UF/IFAS Extension Orange County in Orlando.
Crews working to contain brush fires in Volusia County
Crews are working to contain a brush fire that has burned over 300 acres in Volusia County, Florida, since Thursday. The fire is located near State Routes 44 and 415, west of New Smyrna Beach, near Samsula. As of Friday, no homes have been destroyed, and no evacuations have been issued, though some residents are preparing to evacuate if conditions worsen.
Honeydew brush fire burns more than 300 acres in Volusia County
Crews are urgently working to contain a rapidly growing brush fire, currently spanning more than 300 acres, in Volusia County, west of New Smyrna Beach, on Friday. Firefighters are expected to battle the blaze throughout the day, and residents are advised to be cautious of heavy smoke in the area.
Man accused of threatening convenience store employee with knife: 'I'll gut you like a fish'
A knife-wielding man caused a scare at an Orlando convenience store, threatening customers before making a coffee and leaving.