Top 4 news stories you need to know: August 14, 2025
FOX 35's John Brown and Garrett Wymer break down the top stories of the day, from Florida's Deportation Depot immigration detention facility in North Florida, the state attorney's office deciding not to press charges in the viral arrest of William McNeil in Jacksonville, 3 OUC employees injured in a substation incident in Downtown Orlando and a boat driver sentenced to jail for a Christmas boat parade crash.
FOX 35's John Brown and Garrett Wymer break down the top stories of the day, from Florida's Deportation Depot immigration detention facility in North Florida, the state attorney's office deciding not to press charges in the viral arrest of William McNeil in Jacksonville, 3 OUC employees injured in a substation incident in Downtown Orlando and a boat driver sentenced to jail for a Christmas boat parade crash.
Man caught on video beheading well-known Florida Ivanhoe Village statue
A plaster angel statue named "Youness" was beheaded outside Dora Mae Jewelry in Orlando's Ivanhoe Village.
A plaster angel statue named "Youness" was beheaded outside Dora Mae Jewelry in Orlando's Ivanhoe Village.
Ocoee police to release details on shooting, cold case
The Ocoee Police Department is expected to release some additional details about a recent deadly officer-involved shooting, as well as a decades-old cold case, on Thursday morning. FOX 35's Marley Capper has a look at what to expect.
The Ocoee Police Department is expected to release some additional details about a recent deadly officer-involved shooting, as well as a decades-old cold case, on Thursday morning. FOX 35's Marley Capper has a look at what to expect.
Florida mom of boy hurt in Lake Eola drone show mishap files lawsuit against Orlando, drone company
The mother of a child hurt in last year’s Downtown Orlando Holiday Drone Show is suing the city and several companies over alleged negligence and product defects.
The mother of a child hurt in last year’s Downtown Orlando Holiday Drone Show is suing the city and several companies over alleged negligence and product defects.
Sen. Moody on bill to protect law enforcement
U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody, Orange County Sheriff John Mina and first responders gathered on Wednesday afternoon in Orlando to urge the passing of the ?Graham Hoffman Act,? a piece of legislation the lawmaker says "will protect those who keep our communities safe and punish criminals who attack them."
U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody, Orange County Sheriff John Mina and first responders gathered on Wednesday afternoon in Orlando to urge the passing of the ?Graham Hoffman Act,? a piece of legislation the lawmaker says "will protect those who keep our communities safe and punish criminals who attack them."
FOX 35 Care Force: Retired baker Ben Breslauer
The FOX 35 Care Force is saluting a retired baker who's making a difference at the Roth Family Jewish Community Center in Maitland. Ben Breslauer is teaching adults who have special needs how to bread and then employing them at the JCC.
The FOX 35 Care Force is saluting a retired baker who's making a difference at the Roth Family Jewish Community Center in Maitland. Ben Breslauer is teaching adults who have special needs how to bread and then employing them at the JCC.
Status hearing in the Regina Hill case happening Wednesday
Regina Hill is expected back in court room on Wednesday morning. The suspended Orlando city commissioner will stand before a judge for a hearing on more than half a dozen charges, including exploitation and fraud. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie has the latest updates on the ongoing case.
Regina Hill is expected back in court room on Wednesday morning. The suspended Orlando city commissioner will stand before a judge for a hearing on more than half a dozen charges, including exploitation and fraud. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie has the latest updates on the ongoing case.
Orlando Dreamers secure additional $2 billion in financing to pursue MLB franchise
The Orlando Dreamers announced Tuesday they have secured the final round of financing to support their bid to bring a Major League Baseball team to the city.
The Orlando Dreamers announced Tuesday they have secured the final round of financing to support their bid to bring a Major League Baseball team to the city.
Husband of Winter Springs woman kidnapped, killed by alleged drug cartel sentenced to 7 years
Miguel Aguasvivas, whose wife, Katherine, was kidnapped and murdered by an alleged drug cartel in 2024, was sentenced Tuesday to seven years in federal prison after pleading guilty to money laundering charges. He was not charged in connection with her death.
Miguel Aguasvivas, whose wife, Katherine, was kidnapped and murdered by an alleged drug cartel in 2024, was sentenced Tuesday to seven years in federal prison after pleading guilty to money laundering charges. He was not charged in connection with her death.
Winter Garden home cited for storing decorations
Since 1978, the Williams Holiday House has been bringing spooks, scares and joy during the holiday season. However, the family recently received paperwork from county code enforcement, saying they need zoning approval for certain items and needed to remove others. Joe and Annie Williams join Good Day Orlando to talk about the decoration traditions.
Since 1978, the Williams Holiday House has been bringing spooks, scares and joy during the holiday season. However, the family recently received paperwork from county code enforcement, saying they need zoning approval for certain items and needed to remove others. Joe and Annie Williams join Good Day Orlando to talk about the decoration traditions.
Funk's Vintage in Orlando
Ever bought clothing by the pound?!? That?s exactly how Orlando?s largest vintage clothing store operates! Funk?s Vintage is really something unique and affordable for folks needing to update their wardrobe for pennies on the dollar. FOX 35's David Martin heads over to check out the store's offerings.
Ever bought clothing by the pound?!? That?s exactly how Orlando?s largest vintage clothing store operates! Funk?s Vintage is really something unique and affordable for folks needing to update their wardrobe for pennies on the dollar. FOX 35's David Martin heads over to check out the store's offerings.
Man hit by Orange County ambulance
A pedestrian was hit by an Orange County Fire Rescue Department (OCFRD) vehicle on Saturday morning in Kissimmee, officials say. The Kissimmee Fire Department said they took the pedestrian involved in the incident to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
A pedestrian was hit by an Orange County Fire Rescue Department (OCFRD) vehicle on Saturday morning in Kissimmee, officials say. The Kissimmee Fire Department said they took the pedestrian involved in the incident to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
1 dead after Orange County overnight shooting
The Orange County Sheriff's Office (OCSO) is investigating a deadly shooting that took place early Saturday morning. A woman in her 30s, who has not yet been identified, was killed. Deputies are investigating the aggravated battery incident as a homicide.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office (OCSO) is investigating a deadly shooting that took place early Saturday morning. A woman in her 30s, who has not yet been identified, was killed. Deputies are investigating the aggravated battery incident as a homicide.
FDLE Orlando arrests undocumented immigrant, wanted 'felon and fugitive': officials
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Orlando recently assisted in arresting an undocumented immigrant who officials say is a wanted “aggravated felon and fugitive."
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Orlando recently assisted in arresting an undocumented immigrant who officials say is a wanted “aggravated felon and fugitive."
City of Orlando to be audited by Florida DOGE starting Monday: What we know
The City of Orlando is next on the list of state municipalities being audited by Florida DOGE after direction from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. The audit is set to begin on Monday, Aug. 11.
The City of Orlando is next on the list of state municipalities being audited by Florida DOGE after direction from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. The audit is set to begin on Monday, Aug. 11.
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.
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.
State Attorney Worrell speaks in Orlando
State Attorney Monique Worrell held a press conference to announce the development of new policies and procedures on Thursday afternoon in Orlando. Worrell discussed the development of new procedures to combat the politicization of administrative and criminal investigations.
State Attorney Monique Worrell held a press conference to announce the development of new policies and procedures on Thursday afternoon in Orlando. Worrell discussed the development of new procedures to combat the politicization of administrative and criminal investigations.
Daughter pleads for answers after father killed in hit-and-run in Orlando
The daughter of a man killed in a hit-and-run crash while crossing a busy Orlando road in a wheelchair is pleading for the driver responsible to come forward, calling the act "cruel" and "inhumane."
The daughter of a man killed in a hit-and-run crash while crossing a busy Orlando road in a wheelchair is pleading for the driver responsible to come forward, calling the act "cruel" and "inhumane."
Woman injured chasing alleged purse snatcher outside bakery; suspect arrested
A 61-year-old woman was hospitalized after attempting to chase down a man who snatched her wallet outside an Orlando bakery last month, police said.
A 61-year-old woman was hospitalized after attempting to chase down a man who snatched her wallet outside an Orlando bakery last month, police said.
New Florida 'super speeder' law makes extreme speeding arrestable, top prosecutor warns drivers
State Attorney Monique Worrell held a news conference Wednesday to discuss Florida’s new "super speeder" law, which imposes stricter penalties on drivers caught going more than 50 mph over the speed limit.
State Attorney Monique Worrell held a news conference Wednesday to discuss Florida’s new "super speeder" law, which imposes stricter penalties on drivers caught going more than 50 mph over the speed limit.