10-year-old Xavier Williams laid to rest
Xavier Williams, 10, was laid to rest by his family and friends on Saturday morning in Connecticut. The boy was allegedly tortured to death by his own mother and her boyfriend in Lake County, Florida. He died last month after spending a month in the hospital. His mother and her boyfriend are charged with first-degree murder.
Xavier Williams, 10, was laid to rest by his family and friends on Saturday morning in Connecticut. The boy was allegedly tortured to death by his own mother and her boyfriend in Lake County, Florida. He died last month after spending a month in the hospital. His mother and her boyfriend are charged with first-degree murder.
Julie Sulpizio ordered back into Lake County Jail, competency hearing scheduled
According to a state order, Julie Sulpizio is heading back to the Lake County Jail.
According to a state order, Julie Sulpizio is heading back to the Lake County Jail.
Man killed in shooting involving deputy suffered from mental health issues, family says
A Clermont man killed in a shooting involving Lake County sheriff's deputies suffered from mental health issues, according to his stepfather.
A Clermont man killed in a shooting involving Lake County sheriff's deputies suffered from mental health issues, according to his stepfather.
Memorial benches removed in Mount Dora
The battle over memorial benches in Mount Dora is continuing. Some people are upset after they paid to honor a loved one with a memorial bench, only to find that the city had removed it. According to the city, after 10 years a bench sponsor has to renew their contract. Mount Dora Mayor James Homich joins FOX 35 to talk about the issue.
The battle over memorial benches in Mount Dora is continuing. Some people are upset after they paid to honor a loved one with a memorial bench, only to find that the city had removed it. According to the city, after 10 years a bench sponsor has to renew their contract. Mount Dora Mayor James Homich joins FOX 35 to talk about the issue.
Clermont man shot and killed by deputies overnight
A Clermont man was shot and killed by deputies overnight after they responded to reports of a suspicious person, officials say. The man killed has been identified as 39-year-old Eric Escoba. Officials have confirmed the deputy involved in the shooting was placed on administrative leave pending a review by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, which they said is normal procedure.
A Clermont man was shot and killed by deputies overnight after they responded to reports of a suspicious person, officials say. The man killed has been identified as 39-year-old Eric Escoba. Officials have confirmed the deputy involved in the shooting was placed on administrative leave pending a review by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, which they said is normal procedure.
Hop into spring at the Easter Festival in Eustis
FOX 35's David Martin heads over to Eustis to check out the Easter Festival at Santa's Farm. The event runs multiple days in April and includes a multitude of festivities, such as Easter egg hunts, visits with the Easter Bunny, games, activities and a petting zoo.
FOX 35's David Martin heads over to Eustis to check out the Easter Festival at Santa's Farm. The event runs multiple days in April and includes a multitude of festivities, such as Easter egg hunts, visits with the Easter Bunny, games, activities and a petting zoo.
Workout Wednesday: Trimethod Wellness in Mount Dora
This week, FOX 35's Marley Capper heads over to Trimethod Wellness in Mount Dora for Workout Wednesday. Trimethod Wellness is a fitness center with a variety of classes, including barre, pilates, yoga, circuit training and personal training.
This week, FOX 35's Marley Capper heads over to Trimethod Wellness in Mount Dora for Workout Wednesday. Trimethod Wellness is a fitness center with a variety of classes, including barre, pilates, yoga, circuit training and personal training.
Clermont police creating new equipment for seatbelt safety
The Clermont Police Department is rolling out some new equipment aimed at emphasizing the importance of seatbelts. It comes after three women were killed in a deadly crash earlier this week, and no one was wearing seatbelts.
The Clermont Police Department is rolling out some new equipment aimed at emphasizing the importance of seatbelts. It comes after three women were killed in a deadly crash earlier this week, and no one was wearing seatbelts.
Father speaks after viral video surfaces in crash that killed daughter, 2 other women
The father of one of three women killed in a deadly Lake County crash last weekend is speaking about a viral video that the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) has said will be part of its investigation into the incident.
The father of one of three women killed in a deadly Lake County crash last weekend is speaking about a viral video that the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) has said will be part of its investigation into the incident.
Dad wants daughter to be remembered for how she lived
Today, a father of one of the women who was in a car involved in a deadly Lake County crash is speaking out. The Florida Highway Patrol has used a video as part of its investigation showing the woman passing around a bottle of tequila, with the speedometer of the car showing 166 at one point. The video has since gone viral, but the father says he doesn't want the video to be how his daughter was remembered ? he wants her to be remembered for the life that she lived.
Today, a father of one of the women who was in a car involved in a deadly Lake County crash is speaking out. The Florida Highway Patrol has used a video as part of its investigation showing the woman passing around a bottle of tequila, with the speedometer of the car showing 166 at one point. The video has since gone viral, but the father says he doesn't want the video to be how his daughter was remembered ? he wants her to be remembered for the life that she lived.
State seeks death penalty for mother and boyfriend
Prosecutors have announced they will seek the death penalty for Kimberley Mills and her boyfriend, Andre Walker, who are accused of brutally beating and killing 10-year-old Tavares boy Xavier Williams. Xavier Williams died in March after weeks of fighting for his life at the hospital. Both Mills and Walker now face multiple upgraded charges, including first-degree murder and aggravated child abuse.
Prosecutors have announced they will seek the death penalty for Kimberley Mills and her boyfriend, Andre Walker, who are accused of brutally beating and killing 10-year-old Tavares boy Xavier Williams. Xavier Williams died in March after weeks of fighting for his life at the hospital. Both Mills and Walker now face multiple upgraded charges, including first-degree murder and aggravated child abuse.
Tavares child abuse case: Xavier Williams' aunt speaks
The State Attorney's Office hosted a news conference on Thursday afternoon to announce the prosecution will be seeking the death penalty for Kimberley Mills and her boyfriend, Andre Walker. Both will also now face upgraded charges for the death of Mills' 10-year-old son, Xavier Williams, including a first-degree murder charge. Xavier died in March of suspected torture and neglect. Xavier's aunt took the podium at the news conference to share her family's thoughts.
The State Attorney's Office hosted a news conference on Thursday afternoon to announce the prosecution will be seeking the death penalty for Kimberley Mills and her boyfriend, Andre Walker. Both will also now face upgraded charges for the death of Mills' 10-year-old son, Xavier Williams, including a first-degree murder charge. Xavier died in March of suspected torture and neglect. Xavier's aunt took the podium at the news conference to share her family's thoughts.
Deadly Tavares child abuse case: Prosecutors seeking death penalty for mother and boyfriend
The State Attorney's Office has announced it will seek the death penalty for the two suspects involved in the death of Xavier Williams, a 10-year-old Tavares boy, who died from suspected abuse and neglect allegedly at the hands of his mother and her boyfriend. The new development was announced at a news conference Thursday afternoon in Lake County. Xavier's mother, Kimberley Mills, and her boyfriend, Andre Walker, are each facing a murder charge in connection with the death of the Tavares boy who died of suspected torture and neglect, according to police.
The State Attorney's Office has announced it will seek the death penalty for the two suspects involved in the death of Xavier Williams, a 10-year-old Tavares boy, who died from suspected abuse and neglect allegedly at the hands of his mother and her boyfriend. The new development was announced at a news conference Thursday afternoon in Lake County. Xavier's mother, Kimberley Mills, and her boyfriend, Andre Walker, are each facing a murder charge in connection with the death of the Tavares boy who died of suspected torture and neglect, according to police.
Tavares child abuse case: Prosecutors seeking death penalty for mother, boyfriend involved in brutal beating
Prosecutors have announced they will seek the death penalty for Kimberley Mills and her boyfriend, Andre Walker, who are accused of brutally beating and killing 10-year-old Tavares boy Xavier Williams.
Prosecutors have announced they will seek the death penalty for Kimberley Mills and her boyfriend, Andre Walker, who are accused of brutally beating and killing 10-year-old Tavares boy Xavier Williams.
Florida Democrats view special congressional election results as encouraging, despite loss
Randy Fine is ending his time as a state lawmaker and headed for the big leagues in the United States Congress. However, his margin of victory was lower than when Mike Waltz won the seat in November.
Randy Fine is ending his time as a state lawmaker and headed for the big leagues in the United States Congress. However, his margin of victory was lower than when Mike Waltz won the seat in November.
Social media post part of investigation into deadly Lake County crash, FHP says
The Florida Highway Patrol confirmed to FOX 35 News that a viral social media video is a part of their investigation into a deadly crash in Lake County.
The Florida Highway Patrol confirmed to FOX 35 News that a viral social media video is a part of their investigation into a deadly crash in Lake County.
Republican Randy Fine wins Florida's 6th congressional district race, defeating Democrat Josh Weil
Republican state Sen. Randy Fine won a special election Tuesday for Florida’s 6th Congressional District, defeating Democratic challenger Josh Weil.
Republican state Sen. Randy Fine won a special election Tuesday for Florida’s 6th Congressional District, defeating Democratic challenger Josh Weil.
Florida doctor accused of inappropriate conduct during a medical exam
A Florida doctor, Jose Jacob, was arrested for alleged battery after a patient accused him of inappropriate conduct during a medical exam.
A Florida doctor, Jose Jacob, was arrested for alleged battery after a patient accused him of inappropriate conduct during a medical exam.
Family seeks accountability after 10-year-old’s death in alleged abuse case
Kimberly Mills and her boyfriend, Andre Walker, the two people accused of torturing 10-year-old Xavier Williams, who died last week after weeks in the hospital, were expected to be in court this morning. The couple waived their court appearances, while Xavier’s family vows to seek accountability.
Kimberly Mills and her boyfriend, Andre Walker, the two people accused of torturing 10-year-old Xavier Williams, who died last week after weeks in the hospital, were expected to be in court this morning. The couple waived their court appearances, while Xavier’s family vows to seek accountability.
Florida special congressional elections test GOP strongholds in Central Florida, Panhandle
Florida’s 1st and 6th Congressional Districts are holding special elections Tuesday to replace Matt Gaetz and Michael Waltz.
Florida’s 1st and 6th Congressional Districts are holding special elections Tuesday to replace Matt Gaetz and Michael Waltz.