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Tyre Sampson's father wants memorial by ride where son died

Tyre Sampson's father wants memorial by ride where son died

Tyre Sampson turned 15 years old today. His father and local leaders gathered outside the ride where he fell to his death with balloons and a message.

August 17, 2022 10:52pm EDT
New tropical wave being monitored for development, hurricane center says

New tropical wave being monitored for development, hurricane center says

The tropical wave has a 20-percent chance of developing over the next five days.

August 17, 2022 10:48pm EDT
‘The Simpsons’ showrunner teases Season 34 will reveal how sitcom can seemingly ‘predict the future’

‘The Simpsons’ showrunner teases Season 34 will reveal how sitcom can seemingly ‘predict the future’

"The Simpsons" showrunner Matt Selman teased how the animated family sitcom can seemingly "predict the future" in their episodes and anticipates revealing all in Season 34.

August 17, 2022 8:12pm EDT
NASA's Artemis 1 launch: Rollout begins ahead of August launch

NASA's Artemis 1 launch: Rollout begins ahead of August launch

The Artemis launch is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 29. 

August 16, 2022 11:51pm EDT
Why do Florida airports have so many flight delays? Weather, rocket launches, and more visitors

Why do Florida airports have so many flight delays? Weather, rocket launches, and more visitors

The Sunshine State may be to blame for a national travel crisis as more flights than ever are being delayed or canceled. Experts blame the weather, rocket launches, and a growing tourist and business population. Passengers are the ones to suffer the consequences.

August 16, 2022 4:55pm EDT
VIDEO: Drone spots hundreds of sharks swimming near shore of Florida beach

VIDEO: Drone spots hundreds of sharks swimming near shore of Florida beach

"My jaw just dropped. I could barely even talk," he told FOX 35 News.

August 16, 2022 3:57pm EDT
Florida police officer dies days after being shot while chasing robbery suspect

Florida police officer dies days after being shot while chasing robbery suspect

“We ask for your prayers,” the Miami-Dade Police Department tweeted.

August 16, 2022 8:49am EDT
7-Eleven's 'Bring Your Own Cup Day' returns for 2nd time this year for Slurpee fans

7-Eleven's 'Bring Your Own Cup Day' returns for 2nd time this year for Slurpee fans

U.S. 7-Eleven customers will be able to fill up any cup they own with a Slurpee of their choice for $1.99 on Bring Your Own Cup Day, which is being hosted this month.

August 16, 2022 6:45am EDT
Orlando weather forecast: Central Florida will see high chance of evening storms on Wednesday

Orlando weather forecast: Central Florida will see high chance of evening storms on Wednesday

Storms with torrential rain will be popping up after lunch on Wednesday with frequent lightning and gusty winds over 50 mph. The highest chance for storms in the Orlando metro will be 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

August 16, 2022 5:58am EDT
4 pets rescued, 2 other pets die in Ocala apartment fire

4 pets rescued, 2 other pets die in Ocala apartment fire

Four cats were rescued from an apartment fire in Ocala by firefighters with Ocala Fire Rescue on Monday morning.

August 15, 2022 11:04pm EDT
Texas State student puts life on pause to adopt baby he found abandoned in trash pile in Haiti

Texas State student puts life on pause to adopt baby he found abandoned in trash pile in Haiti

A Texas State student put life on pause in efforts to adopt a baby he found abandoned in a trash pile in Haiti.

August 15, 2022 9:51pm EDT
3 Brevard County firefighters hurt, 1 critically, after fire truck, pickup truck crash Sunday night

3 Brevard County firefighters hurt, 1 critically, after fire truck, pickup truck crash Sunday night

Four people, including three Brevard County firefighters, were transported to the hospital late Sunday night after their fire truck and a pickup truck crashed at an intersection.

August 15, 2022 8:39pm EDT
Capri Sun recalled for possibly containing cleaning solution

Capri Sun recalled for possibly containing cleaning solution

Kraft Heinz said it noticed the mistake after several customers complained of the taste.

August 15, 2022 1:31pm EDT
Shooting at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee leaves 3 wounded

Shooting at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee leaves 3 wounded

Six Flags Great America is working with local authorities to find the offenders responsible for a drive-by shooting Sunday night at the Gurnee theme park.

August 15, 2022 7:39am EDT
Video: Paralyzed Florida dog shows baby how to crawl in viral TikTok

Video: Paralyzed Florida dog shows baby how to crawl in viral TikTok

The video has racked up over 6 million views on TikTok.

August 15, 2022 7:07am EDT
Florida middle school student arrested for kneeing a SRO in the groin: officials

Florida middle school student arrested for kneeing a SRO in the groin: officials

A 13-year-old student was arrested for battery on a school resource deputy Friday.

August 15, 2022 6:27am EDT
Florida gas prices drop for 9th week in a row: Where to find the cheapest gas near you

Florida gas prices drop for 9th week in a row: Where to find the cheapest gas near you

Floridians are seeing some relief at the gas pumps for the 9th consecutive week as prices continue to fall. 

August 15, 2022 6:14am EDT
Florida alligator hunting season: What to know

Florida alligator hunting season: What to know

Florida's alligator hunting season begins Monday – and this time, hunters can target gators around the clock.

August 15, 2022 5:17am EDT
CPS employee caught on camera telling 14-year-old girl to become a prostitute

CPS employee caught on camera telling 14-year-old girl to become a prostitute

"My daughter told me that the worker had been telling her she should do these things, so she said she decided to video her."

August 14, 2022 2:11pm EDT
Orlando man says he paid rent to fake homeowner for months, now might have to move out

Orlando man says he paid rent to fake homeowner for months, now might have to move out

19-year-old Isaac Aviles was relieved to finally find a rental home he could afford. But a couple of weeks ago, the home's real owner told him he's been paying the wrong person, and he might need to get out.

August 13, 2022 2:21pm EDT
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Florida valet at Disney World hotel allegedly found guest's checkbook, tried to cash in: affidavit

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Officials seize vessel with $28M in cocaine off Miami Beach

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