WATCH: Whale shark swims up to boat off Florida coast

According to the World Wildlife Federation, whale sharks are the largest shark and are protected from fishing in many countries these days, but are in decline in some areas.

Businesses left confused over new CDC face mask guidelines

Some owners tell FOX 35 News they want to continue to protect their staff and customers but are prohibited from asking about a person’s vaccination status.

Former Marion County deputy accused of making false official statements

David Ur had been suspended from the office in December 2020, after an internal review of his reports revealed issues with writing and failure to activate his body camera according to policy.

CDC eases mask requirements for fully vaccinated cruise passengers

Passengers and crew members who have been fully vaccinated 'may gather or conduct activities outdoors, without wearing a mask except in crowded settings'.

Viral video shows 11-foot alligator chasing fisherman in Florida Everglades

The man was tarpon fishing in the Florida Everglades when he came face-to-face with an 11-foot alligator -- and ended up being chased by the large reptile.

Vaccinations begin for kids 12 to 15 in Central Florida

The FDA and CDC approved the temporary use of the Pfizer vaccine for younger kids earlier this week.

Tax rules if you claimed unemployment

FOX 35 News called on tax expert Doug Preble with Jackson Hewitt in Orlando to help sort out the confusion.

Orlando Police: Missing 10-year-old boy found safe

Orlando Police officers say a missing 10-year-old boy, George Wisenbaker, has been located and is safe.

To get unemployment benefits, Floridians will again have to prove they've looked for jobs

People in Florida’s unemployment system will have to show they looked for work on a weekly basis after Memorial Day, as the state pushes to get workers back on the job, particularly at restaurants.