Regular people or astronauts? Inspiration4 crew gets their wings
People across the world held their breath as four brave souls were sent into orbit as part of SpaceX's all-civilian mission called Inspriation4.
New Smyrna Beach firefighter hospitalized after head injury
The community is rallying behind a New Smyrna Beach firefighter who suffered a head injury while at work.
Orlando doctor receives threatening mail for encouraging use of masks
An Orlando doctor said she was sent a letter in the mail containing an image of a mask with a Nazi symbol on it. She believes it was sent to her because she was encouraging mask-wearing on social media.
Toys in McDonald's Happy Meals celebrate Disney's 50th anniversary
McDonald's and Disney are teaming up to celebrate "The World's Most Magical Celebration."
'Progress monitoring' to become new Florida standard for student growth
Teachers will be getting test results three times a year as a part of the progress monitoring model.
Prix fixe menus released for EPCOT's Space 220 restaurant
The Disney Parks Blog released the menus for EPCOT's long-awaited Space 220 restaurant, which opens on Sept. 20. The restaurant will offer a two-course prix fixe menu for lunch and a three-course prix fixe menu for dinner.
DeSantis says speculation of presidential run is 'nonsense'
As he faces a re-election campaign next year, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday tried to dispel speculation that he is preparing to run for the White House in 2024.
On Missing Children’s Day, Florida investigators continue long quest to solve disappearances
Florida's Missing Children's Day falls on Sept. 13, and on this day, there are several children from the Bay Area who disappeared decades ago, and those cases remain unsolved.
Demings: DeSantis vaccination fines puts locals at center of political back and forth
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced on Monday that any city or county that requires its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 will be fined thousands of dollars for each infraction.
Orange County deputies continue search for suspect in deaths of woman, baby found in vehicle
The Orange County Sheriff's Office said Monday that it has obtained two first-degree murder arrest warrants for the suspect in the killings of a mother and her young child.
Coast Guard confirms identity of missing diver near Daytona Beach
FOX 35 confirmed on Monday that the Coast Guard is looking for Jim Evans, 51, a Daytona Beach attorney. His birthday is Monday. He was last seen about 30 miles offshore on Friday.
Florida adds another 17,509 COVID-19 cases
Florida reported 17,506 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, according to data posted by the federal Department of Health and Human Services.
Funeral homes in Marion County pause indoor memorial services
Some funeral homes in Marion County will be holding graveside services only until the end of 2021 to help slow community spread of COVID-19.
Former Buccaneer Keith McCants dead from apparent drug overdose, deputies say
A former first-round draft pick of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was found dead in his home Thursday morning.
Texas abortion law quickly fuels Florida debate, talk of similar legislation
While Gov. Ron DeSantis said people shouldn’t “read too much into” the U.S. Supreme Court’s refusal to block a Texas law that bans almost all abortions, Republican legislative leaders indicated Thursday they will determine if Florida can enact similar restrictions.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers are '100-percent vaccinated' against COVID-19, head coach Bruce Arians says
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are "100-percent vaccinated" against COVID-19, head coach Bruce Arians said Thursday.
DeBary restaurant shunning Biden fans receives 'overwhelming' support
"There are no words. Just a solemn THANK YOU. I don’t know how this happened, but I can’t let you down.”
Small businesses concerned about CDC recommendation not to travel to Puerto Rico
Some local business owners say they travel to Puerto Rico to see family and work.
Despite judge’s ruling, Florida threatens more districts over school mask mandates
The state of Florida is now warning school board members in Hillsborough and Sarasota counties that they could face a financial penalty for imposing mask mandates amid the current COVID-19 spike, despite a judge’s ruling last week.
LCSO releases 911 calls in St. Johns River shooting
Lake County sheriff's deputies have released harrowing 911 calls from what they describe as a shootout on the St. Johns River.