Orange County

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.

The FOX 35 Care Force is recognizing West Orange High School Head Athletic Trainer Matt Laws. The school said Laws is dedicated to the profession, treats the athletes with the utmost care and attention, and is a model employee for how a professional should act in all situations. FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the school to share more about Laws' impact on the community.

Labor Day weekend is now here, and millions of travelers are preparing for their last getaway of the summer season. Millions are expected to travel over the weekend, setting trave records across the country. FOX 35's Matt Trezza gives us a look at what to expect in Orlando.

New signs are now up around the crosswalk in front of Pulse Nightclub. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) first painted over the rainbow crosswalk last week. Although protestors attempted to color it back in again, the paint and chalk was removed several different times. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie shows us what the scene looks like now.

Orange County Public Schools said it's seeing a larger drop in student enrollment, based on its initial estimates. OCSO expected about 3,000 fewer students this year. Now that school is in session, OCSO said the number is closer to 6,000, which could result in a $25M funding drop.

A man and woman in their 40s were found dead inside a home on Courtney Chase Circle in Orange County. The Orange County Sheriff's Office said both have obvious signs of trauma. OCSO added that the investigation was active.

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings talked with reporters about the state's allegations that his government and employees were not being fully cooperative with the Florida DOGE Team's audit. Demings told reporters that he believes the state's actions were politically motivated.

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.

Orange County Fire Rescue joins Good Day Orlando to talk about its 343 Hero Challenge, which is set for Sept. 6. The event is a firefighter-themed charity fitness competition held in honor of the 343 firefighters who lost their lives on 9/11. Several members of the fire department show off their skills in front of the FOX 35 News station.

We just started school, so that means it?s time to focus on what really matters in Central Florida: Halloween! FOX 35's David Martin returns to Universal Orlando for their latest installment of Halloween Horror Nights, which opens Friday.

Visit Orlando will face commissioners' scrutiny at a meeting on Tuesday over spending public tourism dollars. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie shares the latest details on what's being discussed.