Florida's COVID-19 hospitalizations drop in past week

Numbers released Friday by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services showed a significant decrease in the past week in Florida hospital inpatients with COVID-19.

Paralyzed race car driver getting back behind the wheel

Robert Wickens competed earned a podium spot in Friday’s Michelin Pilot Challenge at Daytona International Speedway.

Graham Farms spraying crops ahead of Central Florida freeze

The FOX 35 Storm Team Thunder Truck made its way to Lake County where Graham Farms in Umatilla is getting ready for the Florida freeze.

Central Florida Zoo prepares for blast of cold weather

Staff at the Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens is busy working on equipment to protect animals from the cold temperatures.

UCF student says he was offered $5K by Elon Musk to stop tracking billionaire's private jet

University of Central Florida student Jack Sweeney made the Twitter bot that tracks Musk’s private jet and tweets his whereabouts. Musk didn’t like that, so he messaged Sweeney.

Thoroughly Modern Minnie: Minnie Mouse to sport Stella McCartney pantsuit

Disneyland Paris will be celebrating its 30th anniversary on March 6. There will be new shows, spectacular fireworks, tasty treats, and a new look for the characters. Minnie Mouse will also be getting a modern makeover for the occasion.

DeLand man accused of attacking teens at Osteen gas station

A DeLand man was arrested after what investigators call an unprovoked, racially prejudiced attack at a gas station in Osteen.

Court says family has no 'legal right' to force doctors to administer ivermectin

The family of a 71-year-old COVID-19 patient who was on a ventilator sued to try and force Mayo Clinic Florida to administer ivermectin to their loved one, who has since died. Regardless, the courts say there is no legal basis for forcing doctors to administer drugs they do not wish to provide.

Florida Senate passes bill that would shield churches from emergency order shutdowns

The Florida Senate approved a bill that would prevent government emergency orders from shutting down churches and other religious institutions as long as businesses are allowed to stay open. "If Publix is open, so is your place of worship," the bill's sponsor said. The measure must still pass the House.

Florida man wins $1M from scratch-off ticket, plans to surprise spouse: 'I haven't even told my wife yet'

"I haven't even told my wife yet," the Plant City man said. "I'm going to surprise her by walking into our house with this oversized check and when she doesn't believe me -- I'm going to tell her to check our bank account!"

Supreme Court nominee to replace Justice Breyer: Biden’s potential picks

Justice Stephen Breyer will be retiring from the U.S. Supreme Court, according to AP sources Wednesday, giving President Joe Biden the first Supreme Court pick of his presidency.

NOAA hurricane hunter retires after 42-year career: ‘Such a thrill’

From Allen to Andrew to Katrina, NOAA Flight Director Jack Parrish has seen the worst hurricanes of the last four decades — and flown through them. Now, with his feet back on the ground, he’s ready for a new perspective.

DCF delays SNAP benefits for thousands in Florida

The struggle for people trying to get Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits could be another effect of the worker shortage.

Cold weather may cause challenging track conditions for Rolex 24

When drivers hit the track at Daytona International Speedway for Saturday's Rolex 24, temperatures will be colder than normal.