Three rescued 'Sloth World' sloths dead. What caused Bandit to be emaciated?
Three of 13 sloths transported to the Central Florida Zoo from a warehouse for the Sloth World experience have died. A necropsy report for Bandit, the first of three sloths to die, showed he had an abnormal buildup of fluid in his body.
Three of 13 sloths transported to the Central Florida Zoo from a warehouse for the Sloth World experience have died. A necropsy report for Bandit, the first of three sloths to die, showed he had an abnormal buildup of fluid in his body.
'Sloth World' deaths not reported? Florida officials, wildlife conservationists seek accountability
Why were the the deaths of dozens of Sloth World sloths not publicly reported after the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission visited the Sloth World warehouse in March? The FWC told FOX 35, the "circumstances discovered did not rise to the level of criminal intent." Florida Rep. Anna Eskamani called the situation, "willful neglect." Now, the Orange County Sheriff's office confirmed it is investigating the situation.
Why were the the deaths of dozens of Sloth World sloths not publicly reported after the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission visited the Sloth World warehouse in March? The FWC told FOX 35, the "circumstances discovered did not rise to the level of criminal intent." Florida Rep. Anna Eskamani called the situation, "willful neglect." Now, the Orange County Sheriff's office confirmed it is investigating the situation.
Special event zone enacted before 'Rolling Loud' festival: What boundaries are in place?
The Orange County Sheriff's Office said it would declare a "special event zone" near Camping World Stadium ahead of this weekend's 4-day Rolling Loud Orlando hip-hop music festival. That festival runs May 8-10 at Camping World Stadium. The special event zone will active starting Thursday, May 7, at 6 p.m. through 8 a.m. on Monday, May 11.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office said it would declare a "special event zone" near Camping World Stadium ahead of this weekend's 4-day Rolling Loud Orlando hip-hop music festival. That festival runs May 8-10 at Camping World Stadium. The special event zone will active starting Thursday, May 7, at 6 p.m. through 8 a.m. on Monday, May 11.
'Maintenance error' temporarily closes Winter Park public golf course
Winter Park’s historic nine-hole course is closed after a maintenance error damaged five greens. Repairs are expected to cost about $70,000 and will be paid through the city’s general fund. A temporary reopening is set for May 18, with a full reopening expected in July.
Winter Park’s historic nine-hole course is closed after a maintenance error damaged five greens. Repairs are expected to cost about $70,000 and will be paid through the city’s general fund. A temporary reopening is set for May 18, with a full reopening expected in July.
Who is Dumpling? 3rd rescued 'Sloth World' sloth dies
Dumpling was one of 13 sloths taken into the care of the Central Florida Zoo after found in serious condition. His digestive system was worsening after 11 days after being cared for. "He started going down hill a couple of days ago and progressively got less responsive," the zoo's CEO, Richard Glover, told FOX 35.
Dumpling was one of 13 sloths taken into the care of the Central Florida Zoo after found in serious condition. His digestive system was worsening after 11 days after being cared for. "He started going down hill a couple of days ago and progressively got less responsive," the zoo's CEO, Richard Glover, told FOX 35.
Who is investigating 'Sloth World' after over 30 dead?
The death of Habanero, a sloth in the care of the Central Florida Zoo, adds to the death count of over 30 sloths in connection to the anticipated Orlando attraction "Sloth World." While the Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier's office said the situation is under investigation, the State Attorney's office of Monique Worrell denied this.
The death of Habanero, a sloth in the care of the Central Florida Zoo, adds to the death count of over 30 sloths in connection to the anticipated Orlando attraction "Sloth World." While the Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier's office said the situation is under investigation, the State Attorney's office of Monique Worrell denied this.
Orlando customers' utility bills skyrocket by hundreds: What we know
Orlando Utilities Commission bills rose by hundreds to customers. FOX 35's Laryssa Leone investigated the increase, saying it's caused by the city's billing error.
Orlando Utilities Commission bills rose by hundreds to customers. FOX 35's Laryssa Leone investigated the increase, saying it's caused by the city's billing error.
Man asleep survives crash to Orange County home
A van crashed into the side of a house in Orange County early Monday, according to officials. At least one person was inside the home at the time of the crash.
A van crashed into the side of a house in Orange County early Monday, according to officials. At least one person was inside the home at the time of the crash.
Teachers, support staff get in free at WonderWorks Orlando in May
WonderWorks Orlando, the attraction with the upside-down looking building, has a special ticket deal for teachers this month.
WonderWorks Orlando, the attraction with the upside-down looking building, has a special ticket deal for teachers this month.
Armed carjacker under the influence during incident: Arrest report
James Yawn was said to be traveling at a high speed, weaving in and out of moderate traffic and driving aggressively without regard to the safety of others in the road, a Florida Highway Patrol report said. Yawn was described as having very red, watery glossy bloodshot eyes and white crust in the corners of his mouth, troopers said. He also showed indicators of being under the influence of cannabis, FHP said.
James Yawn was said to be traveling at a high speed, weaving in and out of moderate traffic and driving aggressively without regard to the safety of others in the road, a Florida Highway Patrol report said. Yawn was described as having very red, watery glossy bloodshot eyes and white crust in the corners of his mouth, troopers said. He also showed indicators of being under the influence of cannabis, FHP said.
Florida lawmakers call for criminal investigation into 'Sloth World' deaths
Florida Rep. Anna Eskamani calls for the Attorney General's office to launch a criminal investigation into the Orlando attraction 'Sloth World' after it was reported that over 50 sloths died before the attraction opened. Eskamani called the situation a "failure of government."
Florida Rep. Anna Eskamani calls for the Attorney General's office to launch a criminal investigation into the Orlando attraction 'Sloth World' after it was reported that over 50 sloths died before the attraction opened. Eskamani called the situation a "failure of government."
Winter Park armed carjacking leads to police chase on I-4
A driver is in custody after Winter Park Police responded to a reported armed carjacking that turned into a 30-mile chase. The chase ended near mile marker 112, where the individual was taken into custody, police said.
A driver is in custody after Winter Park Police responded to a reported armed carjacking that turned into a 30-mile chase. The chase ended near mile marker 112, where the individual was taken into custody, police said.
Downtown Orlando considers street parking price hikes
Orlando leaders are discussing increasing street parking prices. Rates could increase to $2 an hour for the first two hours, with rates increasing each hour. The proposed daily rate at a garage is $20.
Orlando leaders are discussing increasing street parking prices. Rates could increase to $2 an hour for the first two hours, with rates increasing each hour. The proposed daily rate at a garage is $20.
Growing concerns over potential future teen takeovers in Orange County
Though nine teens were arrested and two deputies were hurt following a teen takeover involving over 1,000 teens, Orange County officials are calling on parents to step in, rather than creating a youth curfew. In a similar situation in Daytona Beach, involving social media takeovers, a curfew helped the situation.
Though nine teens were arrested and two deputies were hurt following a teen takeover involving over 1,000 teens, Orange County officials are calling on parents to step in, rather than creating a youth curfew. In a similar situation in Daytona Beach, involving social media takeovers, a curfew helped the situation.
New safety crosswalk upgrades coming to Mills 50 District
The City of Orlando plans to add a high-visibility crosswalk at Mills Avenue and Canton Street to improve pedestrian safety. The $200,000 project will be funded by red-light camera fines, with construction expected to begin this fall.
The City of Orlando plans to add a high-visibility crosswalk at Mills Avenue and Canton Street to improve pedestrian safety. The $200,000 project will be funded by red-light camera fines, with construction expected to begin this fall.
Orange County officials ask parents to prevent future teen takeovers
With another teen takeover planned for early May, Orange County officials discussed what could be done from a takeover occurring again, or having one with worse circumstances. In the ICON Park takeover on April 25, nine teens were arrested and two deputies were injured trying to break up fights.
With another teen takeover planned for early May, Orange County officials discussed what could be done from a takeover occurring again, or having one with worse circumstances. In the ICON Park takeover on April 25, nine teens were arrested and two deputies were injured trying to break up fights.
Necropsy reports explain deaths of 52 sloths for 'Sloth World'
What led to the deaths of 52 sloths brought to Florida for the Sloth World attraction in Orlando? Necropsy reports detail how each sloth was affected including diet, stress during transport and vomit. Now, 13 sloths are being cared for at the Central Florida Zoo.
What led to the deaths of 52 sloths brought to Florida for the Sloth World attraction in Orlando? Necropsy reports detail how each sloth was affected including diet, stress during transport and vomit. Now, 13 sloths are being cared for at the Central Florida Zoo.
Crash scheme? Man arrested for allegedly staging crash
A Florida man was arrested after deputies say he staged a car crash. Now, the crash victim claimed the passengers faked injuries and the driver crashed into him.
A Florida man was arrested after deputies say he staged a car crash. Now, the crash victim claimed the passengers faked injuries and the driver crashed into him.
Chaos at ICON Park: Thousands of Florida teens 'takeover' public space
Florida residents are speaking out after an alleged teen takeover at ICON Park on April 25 resulted in nine arrests. People became afraid when the teens started running, leaving those nearby not sure what was happening.
Florida residents are speaking out after an alleged teen takeover at ICON Park on April 25 resulted in nine arrests. People became afraid when the teens started running, leaving those nearby not sure what was happening.
Sloth World animal death count increases, FWC reports show
After Sloth World planned to open a sloth exhibit in Orlando, records released by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission show that tens of sloths died before the exhibit was set to take place. Now, the Central Florida Zoo is caring for 13 sloths that arrived underweight and dehydrated, one of which is in critical condition.
After Sloth World planned to open a sloth exhibit in Orlando, records released by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission show that tens of sloths died before the exhibit was set to take place. Now, the Central Florida Zoo is caring for 13 sloths that arrived underweight and dehydrated, one of which is in critical condition.