Florida tops 61,000 COVID-19 deaths

More than 61,000 Florida residents have died of COVID-19 since the pandemic started in early 2020, according to a report released Friday by the state Department of Health.

NASA looking for ideas for putting a nuclear reactor on the moon

If anyone has a good idea on how to put a nuclear fission power plant on the moon, the U.S. government wants to hear about it.

Florida Blue's 'Battle of the Bands' returns to Amway Center

The showmanship, precision, and melodic tunes are back at the Amway Center for the annual Florida Blue Battle of the Bands.

FOX 35 EXCLUSIVE: Parents of late FAMU drum major Robert Champion reflect on his death

Friday marked the tenth anniversary of the death of FAMU drum major Robert Champion as a result of hazing. It happened after the Florida Classic football game in Orlando. His parents are now opening up about their loss as they continue their mission to stop violent hazing.

Sheriff: Deputy was justified in killing woman armed with shovel

Polk County's sheriff is defending the actions of one of his deputies who killed a woman who was armed with a shovel, calling it a deadly weapon.

Brevard County community battling nuisance bears

Bears in Mims aren’t shy when it comes to trash. The bears are so aggressive that one man who lives there said they bent a metal pole and broke into an enclosure to get into his trash can.

Vaccination mandate challenges consolidated

A Cincinnati-based federal appeals court will handle consolidated challenges from across the country to an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rule that would require tens of millions of workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or be regularly tested and wear masks.

Flagler County School Board meeting heats up over book controversy

Angry parents showed up Tuesday night at a Flagler County School Board meeting. Parents are upset about a book found in school libraries.

Heinz working with Florida Tech professor to grow tomatoes on Mars

Heinz Ketchup has been a staple condiment for generations. Now, thanks to a Central Florida scientist, the condiment is going to Mars.

FOX 35 EXCLUSIVE: Witness describes deadly encounter between deputies, man

A Marion County man is dead after he pointed his shotgun toward Marion County deputies. A witness described the man as unhinged firing dozens of rounds before deputies arrived.

Central Florida turkey shoot event put on hold due to rise in turkey prices

With the rising cost of turkey and ammunition, organizers were concerned they would lose money on the event. This year's event has been put on hold.

Retailers expect holiday shopping boost

The state’s retailers are expecting record sales this holiday season, with increases of about 10 percent over 2020, according to the Florida Retail Federation. The industry group said the average consumer is expected to spend $998 on gifts over the next month and a half.

Group seeks clarity on 'business vaccine mandate'

A small-business lobbying group wants Florida lawmakers to better define business vaccine mandates as the Legislature heads into a special session next week.