IRS extends tax deadlines for storm victims in these 7 states
Individuals, households and businesses in disaster areas as designated by FEMA qualify for the tax relief.
FAA clears SpaceX to launch giant rocket from Texas
The space company said the nearly 400-foot-tall Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket will be the most powerful rocket ever launched.
Orlando Weather Forecast: Sunday will see increased chances for rain across Central Florida
Isolated showers are possible on Saturday afternoon and early evening, but the best chances will likely be after sunset and concentrated over the coastal counties. After high temperatures breaking into the low 90s on Saturday afternoon, evening temperatures will fall into the low 70s. Things will quiet down overnight.
Federal court rejects challenge to Florida's ‘sanctuary cities’ law
In a win for Gov. Ron DeSantis and Republican lawmakers, a federal appeals court Thursday tossed out a challenge to a 2019 immigration law that banned so-called sanctuary cities in Florida.
Time running out for Florida hospital to take care of bat infestation
FOX 35 News is investigating the infestation at Rockledge Regional Medical Center, after tipsters reached out about the issue.
Lawmaker reacts to criticism for support of event 'filled with sultry performers'
State Representative Randy Fine is getting some criticism after people pointed out that a charity event organized by his wife is advertising “sultry performers." Fine has been working to pass a law that would make it a crime to allow kids inside adult performances.
Florida House to take up transgender treatment ban
The Florida House next week could give final approval to a controversial plan that would bar doctors and other health-care providers from offering treatments such as puberty blockers and hormone therapy to transgender minors.
Alligator attacks man in Florida, bites his leg off, officials say
An alligator attacked a 72-year-old man and bit part of his leg off Friday afternoon at an RV resort, according to the FWC and Brevard County officials.
Florida medical students fear lack of training under 6-week abortion ban, seek schooling in other states
A group of Florida medical students who are about to enter residency training traveled to Tallahassee to plead with lawmakers ahead of their vote on a 6-week abortion ban. Now they're looking for schools in states with fewer restrictions, for a well-rounded education in medicine.
Gov. DeSantis signs six-week abortion ban into law
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill into law that would prevent abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, setting up a showdown at the state Supreme Court that could determine the future of abortion rights in the state.
Fire destroys Ocean Breeze Restaurant, tiki bar in New Smyrna Beach
A popular tiki bar and restaurant in New Smyrna Beach was heavily damaged by fire early Thursday morning.
Deputies seek help locating 'jerk' who stole food trailer in Ocala
Deputies in Marion County are looking a suspect in the theft of a food trailer.
District letter: Hernando teacher removed from classroom after saying she ‘wanted to shoot some students’
A Hernando County teacher has been removed from classrooms while school district officials said they continue to investigate "concerning comments" she made.
Maryland juvenile believed to be tied to Florida 'swatting' calls
At least one juvenile is being investigated for the swatting calls that disrupted a Sanford Neighborhood.
Massive sargassum seaweed covers Central Florida beaches
People visiting Cocoa Beach, Florida said piles of sargassum seaweed weren’t what they expected during a day at the beach.
Orlando weather: Severe thunderstorm watch issued for most of Central Florida Thursday
Thursday has been declared a FOX 35 Storm Alert Day as we monitor the risk of severe storms. Here's what you need to know.
Witness video: Brightline passenger train slams into car hauler stuck on railroad tracks
The Brightline train service was halted for hours, between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, after a train slammed into a car hauler trailer that was stuck on the tracks.
Experts predict slightly below-average hurricane season in Atlantic due to expected El Nino influences
The Colorado State University tropical weather outlook calls for 13 named storms, six of which could become hurricanes with at least 74 mph winds. Phil Klotzbach, the lead author of the forecast, said that two of the hurricanes could be major.
Video shows rare white squirrel in Central Florida: what we know about the animal
It is pretty common to see squirrels in Florida, but spotting a white one is a rarity.
Bats in Florida: What you need to know as bat maternity season begins
April 15 is Tax Day, but in Florida, it's also the official start of bat maternity season and is the last day you can legally get rid of bats that are living in your home or building until the summer.