Florida couple gets surprise roof repair from community ahead of hurricane season
When Sam Scribner and Katarina Mandiola discovered their roof was badly leaking ahead of hurricane season, the $30,000 price tag to repair it felt insurmountable. Scribner, a well-known photographer in Volusia County, is paralyzed following a 2016 accident.
'Alligator Alcatraz': Florida lawmakers sue DeSantis over access to controversial detention site
A group of Democratic Florida lawmakers is petitioning the state Supreme Court to compel Gov. Ron DeSantis to allow them unannounced access to a newly established immigrant detention facility in the Everglades.
Lulu’s Law: Proposed national shark attack alert system aims to boost beach safety
A new federal bill aimed at preventing shark attacks by sending real-time alerts to beachgoers’ phones is making waves in Congress. The legislation, known as Lulu’s Law, passed the U.S. Senate this week and is now headed to the House for a vote.
NASA, SpaceX prepare for Crew-11 mission to International Space Station
NASA and SpaceX are preparing to launch a new crew to the International Space Station later this month as part of their ongoing partnership under the Commercial Crew Program.
St. Johns River Water Management District preparing for hurricanes by lowering water levels, tracking rainfall
As flooding devastates parts of Texas, Brevard County officials are ramping up efforts to reduce the risk of similar disasters here in Central Florida.
Volusia County woman attacked by 2 dogs while delivering food to Ormond Beach home: Records
A Volusia County woman was seriously injured after being attacked last month by two dogs while delivering food to an Ormond Beach home, records show.
New Casselberry wheel park getting rave reviews
Casselberry’s new skatepark is finally open, and skaters say it’s among the best on the East Coast. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish speaks with city leaders and local residents to talk about the new park.
Kissimmee police chief talks first 100 days in office
Chief Charles Broadway is marking his first 100 days in office with a department-wide update focused on transparency, innovation and community-centered policing. The chief highlighted key accomplishments and outlined what’s next for the Kissimmee Police Department at a press conference on Thursday, July 10. Initiatives include leadership development, expanded wellness programs, new community outreach efforts and the implementation of new technology to enhance investigative capabilities.
The Rainforest now open at the Daytona Aquarium
The Rainforest exhibit is now open at the Daytona Aquarium. FOX 35's David Martin shares a peek inside.
Lawmakers to tour 'Alligator Alcatraz' amid oversight clash, environmental lawsuit
Florida lawmakers and members of Congress have been invited to tour a controversial immigrant detention facility deep in the Everglades on Saturday, days after several Democratic legislators were denied access to the site.
Florida man's murder charge dropped after more than 20 years in prison
A Florida man is getting used to life on the outside after spending more than two decades in prison for a murder he didn’t commit.
Epic Universe files paperwork for expansion: What we know about what's coming next
Universal Orlando Resort has officially filed paperwork with Orange County for a major expansion project at Epic Universe. The expansion paperwork comes less than two months after the new theme park opened in May.
Florida woman wins big with $1 million lottery scratch-off ticket bought from Winn-Dixie
A Florida woman recently won $1 million from a lottery scratch-off ticket she bought at a Winn-Dixie in Fort Pierce.
Florida man's murder charge dropped after more than 20 years in prison
State Attorney William Scheiner dropped a second-degree murder charge against Jeffrey C. Abramowski after new DNA evidence and the loss of key witnesses made a retrial impossible. Abramowski was originally convicted in 2006 for the killing of Cortney Crandall and had been serving a life sentence. Abramowski spoke Wednesday afternoon alongside his daughter and attorney.
Brevard Zoo welcomes 'Khan' the jaguar
The Brevard County Zoo has welcomed a new members to its family. "Khan" the jaguar comes from the Birmingham Zoo in Alabama and will be paired with another jaguar soon.
Central Florida Job Fair taking place today
The annual Central Florida Job Fair taking place today from noon to 4 p.m. at the Central Florida Fairgrounds. More than 80 companies will be at the job fair offering more than 5,000 jobs and resources.
Florida man uses phone to record underage girls in fitting rooms at Plato's Closet: deputies
A Florida man was arrested Tuesday on a video voyeurism charge after he allegedly used his cell phone to record underage girls inside a Seminole County store over the Fourth of July weekend.
Roof repairs with Habitat For Humanity
Habitat For Humanity is currently working to put a new roof on a veteran's home in Lake County. FOX 35's Marley Capper gives us a preview of what's happening today in Eustis.
Street takeover takedown by FHP, Orange County deputies
Authorities in Orange County recently arrested two men following a chaotic Fourth of July street takeover involving nearly 50 vehicles, illegal stunt driving and fireworks launched from moving cars. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) says more arrests may follow as the investigation continues.
Big upgrades coming to Port Canaveral
Some big upgrades are planned for Port Canaveral in Brevard County. Port Canaveral CEO John Murray joins Good Day Orlando to talk about a $69 million expansion to expand the terminals, and well as upgrades in security and baggage handling.