Renovation aid program relaunches in Apopka

Some homeowners in Apopka could be eligible for renovation grants. The Community Redevelopment Agency as relaunched its aid program. Antranette Forbes, City of Apopka's economic development director, joins Good Day Orlando to explain more about who can apply and what the program can do to help.

Search for missing Apopka teen

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) has issued a missing child alert for a 14-year-old Savannah Singer from Apopka. Anyone with information is asked to call the Apopka Police Department at (407) 703-1757 or 911.

OCPS substitute teacher under investigation after threats

An Orange County substitute teacher is banned from OCPS property after making "concerning comments" using "threatening words" to students, authorities said. It happened last Friday at Piedmont Lakes Middle School near Apopka. Sheriff's deputies say no crime was committed.

FOX 35 Care Force: Wekiva High School SRO

The FOX 35 Care Force is saluting Wekiva High School Student Resource Officer George Spearman. From a freshman at Evans High School to a dedicated school resource officer, Spearman's path is a testament to the power of positive influence and the unexpected turns life can take. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz introduces us to Spearman and what makes him special.

School zone speed cameras to be added next school year

Orange County Public Schools will install speed zone cameras starting in September 2026, months after neighboring Brevard County scrapped its program. The plan, approved under a new county ordinance, will begin with a limited rollout and expand to 16 additional school zones the following year. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie fills us in on all the latest details.

2 charged with arson, fleeing police in Apopka

Two arrests have been made after a woman caught two people setting fire to items on her back porch on Monday night. Apopka police say both suspects are being charged with attempted homicide, arson, and fleeing and eluding.

New fire station opens in Apopka

A new fire station, Fire Station 6, opened on Friday in Apopka. The new station is located at 1625 Harmon Road. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie heads over to the station for its ribbon-cutting ceremony, which included speeches from community leaders and the Apopka Fire Department, station tours, and family-friendly activities.

Flooding fixes in Apopka discussed at meeting

Heavy downpours have caused big flooding problems for a neighborhood in Apopka. The city has implemented several temporary fixes in an effort to prevent the water from rising too high. FOX 35's Marley Capper explains more on the city's decision to keep the short-term solution for a little while longer.

'Boom, boom!' | Lightning hits tree, sparks house fire

Lightning is believed to have sparked at least two house fires in Apopka, Florida. Strong showers and thunderstorms moved through the area on Thursday. FOX 35's Marie Edinger talked with both families about what they heard, saw, and felt.

Apopka family fighting deportation

A couple is fighting to stay in Central Florida after living in the area for the past 20 years. A husband and wife could be deported in just a matter of days. Now, their children are trying to stop it from happening. FOX 35's Matt Trezza shares the latest details on the immigration fight.

New tours being offered at King's Landing

Let’s admire the lush jungle, breathtaking emerald water and sandy bottom of “The Emerald Cut” section of Rock Springs Run. And we’ll do it through the brand new guided kayak and SUP tours offered at King’s Landing. This adventure along the pristine spring-fed river is a perfect way to spend a hot summer day. FOX 35's David Martin gives us a sneak peek.

Apopka man arrested in cold case, unsolved for 33 years

St. Cloud police have arrested 72-year-old Gene Stuller in connection to the 1991 murder of Julia Sue Wilbanks, solving a cold case that remained unsolved for 33 years. DNA advancements led investigators to identify Stuller as a suspect earlier this year. St. Cloud Police Chief Douglas Goerke joins FOX 35 to talk about the arrest.

1 arrested after hours-long stand-off in Apopka

The Apopka Police Department said they responded to a reference of a domestic disturbance around 7 a.m. on Saturday in the area of the Breckenridge subdivision. After an hours-long stand-off, officials said they arrested 39-year-old Joseph Rivera. Authorities said Rivera is facing charges of aggravated battery and aggravated assault with a firearm, and further charges are currently under review.

Orange County deputies shoot man armed with knife | Full update

Orange County deputies shot a man armed with a knife after that man refused to drop the knife and kept advancing towards the deputies, Sheriff John Mina told reporters on Friday night. Deputies responded to a home on Merganser Driver in Apopka regarding a man threatening to hurt himself. The man came out of a bedroom armed with a knife and kept advancing towards the deputies.