Orlando protesters rally after deadly ICE shooting in Minneapolis

A few dozen people in Orlando protested the deadly shooting of a woman in Minnesota involving a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent.

Judge denies request to delay trial in Orlando Halloween mass shooting case

A handwritten letter asking for a new attorney was not enough to persuade a judge to delay the murder trial of a teenager charged in a deadly Halloween mass shooting in downtown Orlando.

Lawsuit against SeaWorld tossed: Park not liable for woman's 'hit by duck' claims

A lawsuit against SeaWorld — alleging that the park failed to keep safe conditions after a woman said she was hit in the face by a duck while riding a roller coaster — is now dismissed. 

Orange County Sheriff: Violent crime, overall crime is down. Here are the numbers
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Orange County Sheriff John Mina talks with Amy Kaufeldt about the latest crime states in Orange County, Florida. According to the agency, homicides are down 36%, violent crime is down 23%, and overall crime is down 19%.

Florida man attacked with axe in targeted robbery: ‘Absolutely terrifying’

Police say an Orlando couple used Instagram and lingerie to lure a man into a violent ambush involving an axe and a firearm. Nicholas Lavallee and Anne Aksell now face multiple felony charges.

Swimmers brave cold at Lake Cane
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More than a dozen swimmers brave the cold Thursday morning at Lake Cane in Orlando. Orlando saw near freezing temperatures over the new year holiday. Dr. Lucky Meisenheimer started the tradition years ago allowing active swimmers to start their day by getting a workout no matter the temps.

Orlando 2026: Leaders talk development, growth, theme parks
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Orlando and Central Florida saw a lot of growth and development in 2025 -- and there is more planned for 2026. From road expansions to the Pulse Memorial to new lands, rides, and experiences at the theme parks, FOX 35's John Brown talks to local leaders and the experts about what's ahead for Orlando in 2026.

Cold snap sends endangered sea turtles to Central Florida for treatment

More than a dozen critically endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtles are being treated in Central Florida after a cold snap stunned them along the New England coast.

Grocery store hours: What's open on New Year's Eve, New Year's Day?

Whether you need a last-minute appetizer or dessert for that New Year's party or simply need to run to the grocery store, here is a quick list of the stores that will be open on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Central Florida water parks close as arctic blast hits the area

Both Disney World and Universal Orlando are closing their water parks for a few days due to “inclement weather."

Central Florida cold weather shelters activated as Arctic blast approaches

With colder temperatures expected across Central and North Florida, counties are activating cold weather and warming shelters to protect residents who lack adequate heat or housing.

Lake Eola swan deaths: Orlando Commissioner Patty Sheehan | Full
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Orlando City Commissioner Patty Sheehan held a news conference on Monday, Dec, 29, to discuss the deaths of at least 12 swans at Lake Eola Park. Since Dec. 23, a dozen swans have died at the downtown park. The cause is unknown, though Commissioner Sheehan speculated that it could be due to avian flu. The swans' bodies are being stored so necropsies (animal autopsy) can be performed.

Florida deputy shot at while serving search warrant
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All Orange County deputies are OK after being shot at while attempting to serve a search warrant in a homicide case late Friday night. OCSO said deputies were attempting to serve a DNA search warrant near Buchanan Bay Circle when two men walked out of a residence -- the suspect in the homicide case and another man. That other man opened fire, OCSO said. No deputies were hurt, though one of their unmarked vehicles were. A deputy returned fire, hitting the 20-year-old man, who was taken to the hospital for treatment. The suspect in the homicide case attempted to run back into the home, but was apprehended and taken into custody, officials said.

Orlando begins removing artifacts from Pulse Nightclub as city moves forward with memorial plans

Monday marks the beginning of the removal process of nearly 20 items inside the Pulse Nightclub. The move comes as the City of Orlando starts its plan to build a memorial to honor the 49 lives lost.