Ocala police officer credited with saving choking baby
An emergency unfolded Saturday night right in the middle of a Golden Corral Restaurant. Police responded to the call, with one officer jumping into action, grabbing a choking baby and patting his back until he began to cry. The brand-new mom and dad were frozen in fear.
Plans for National Pulse Memorial & Museum causing controversy
As plans for a National Pulse Memorial and Museum enter into the final design stage, some survivors of the mass shooting and relatives of some of the victims are against it.
Rep. Demings officially files qualifying paperwork in race for U.S. Senate
Democratic Congresswoman Val Demings officially filed qualifying paperwork Tuesday to run for the United States Senate. Demings is the heavy favorite to become the Democratic nominee and is trying to unseat two-term Republican Sen. Marco Rubio.
Gas prices could affect storm evacuations for 2022 hurricane season
Record fuel prices could make many Floridians less willing to evacuate if they are threatened by hurricanes, the AAA auto club said.
How a mineral used in cat litter could help fight climate change
A mineral used as a drying agent in air purifiers and cat litter could soon be used to clean up one of humanity's nastiest messes – climate change.
Tracking the Tropics: FOX 35 Storm Team hurricane season preview
FOX 35 is helping you get prepared for what is predicted to be an above-average hurricane season.
DeLand man killed in explosion at Memorial Day bonfire, deputies say
A man was killed in an apparent explosion at a home on Memorial Day during an outdoor party, according to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.
Memorial Day draws large crowds to Volusia County beaches
The unofficial start of summer is here, and it's bringing large crowds to Volusia County beaches. There were more than 100 lifeguards on duty this Memorial Day to keep everyone out on the water safe.
'Taps Across America' echoes through Central Florida community
Across America, people stepped out on their front porches at 3 p.m. local time to join in playing Taps. Even if they didn’t have a bugle to play.
17 hopefuls apply for Florida Supreme Court vacancy
After reshaping the Florida Supreme Court to reflect his legal and political ideology, Gov. Ron DeSantis is poised to pick a new justice who will give him four appointees on the state’s highest court.
Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue returning to Walt Disney World
A musical dinner show is getting ready to return to Walt Disney World Resort. Disney says reservations are now open for Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue, the iconic show that premiered in 1974.
Florida hurricane tax ‘holiday’ adds pet supplies
With a sales-tax "holiday" starting this weekend, Floridians can save a few dollars on pet supplies as they stockpile other needs for the upcoming hurricane season.
School safety bill set to pass soon in Florida
As more details about the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas come to light, a school safety bill is sitting on the desk of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis waiting to be signed.
New Florida law targets social media ‘pop-up’ events
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday signed a measure that seeks to crack down on unsanctioned “pop-up” events put together through social media.
How to tell the difference between heat exhaustion and heatstroke
Heatstroke and heat exhaustion are both caused by the body overheating. However, there are important distinctions between the two — distinctions that, when made, can help save lives.
‘This is the real deal’: Kennedy Space Center's new immersive journey into future of spaceflight
Walking into the new experience at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is like a gateway to the future of space exploration.
Persimmons Fire: Homes destroyed, damaged in fast-moving Florida brush fire
A fast-moving brush fire damaged or destroyed multiple homes and structures Friday afternoon in Brevard County and forced another 50 to be evacuated, according to Brevard County Fire Rescue.The fire, named the "Persimmons Fire," was reported shortly after noon and grew to 20 acres, near U.S. Highway 1 and Camp Road, not far from the City of Cocoa, said Don Walker, communications director for Brevard County.
'It’s a terrible thing': Gas prices 55% higher than 2021 over Memorial Day weekend | AAA
More than 2.1 million people in Florida are expected to travel over the Memorial Day weekend – 90% by car, 8% by air – despite gas prices continuing to rise.
Caught on camera: Florida deputies say 3 men used truck to break into ATM, took $116K before being captured
Deontrae Walden, 23, Carlos Reed, Jr., 22, and Wendell Harp, Jr., 23, are facing charges including burglary of a structure, grand theft and criminal mischief.
Woman accused of leaving 4 dogs to die in car in Florida
A woman has been charged with four counts of felony animal cruelty after authorities said that four dogs in her care died after being left inside a vehicle.