Orlando school employee arrested for sexual abuse of child
FOX 35 Investigates after a local school employee was arrested for sexual abuse of a child, and the alleged victim reached out to us about the arrest. A man who works at the Orlando Torah Academy was arrested on Monday in Chicago and charged with criminal sexual abuse of a person under the age of 17. Today, the school told staff the employee has been removed from his post for now.
FOX 35 Investigates after a local school employee was arrested for sexual abuse of a child, and the alleged victim reached out to us about the arrest. A man who works at the Orlando Torah Academy was arrested on Monday in Chicago and charged with criminal sexual abuse of a person under the age of 17. Today, the school told staff the employee has been removed from his post for now.
Florida man shot, killed his wife while children were home after she filed for divorce: court docs
Investigators say the victim, Takeshia, had recently filed for divorce from the suspect, Lamar Bryant, but he allegedly refused to sign the paperwork.
Investigators say the victim, Takeshia, had recently filed for divorce from the suspect, Lamar Bryant, but he allegedly refused to sign the paperwork.
Florida murder suspect denied bond in wife's deadly shooting
Lamar Bryant is being charged with premediated murder after being accused of killing his wife, Takeshia, after she filed for divorce. A judge recently denied bond for Bryant.
Lamar Bryant is being charged with premediated murder after being accused of killing his wife, Takeshia, after she filed for divorce. A judge recently denied bond for Bryant.
Body camera video shows 2 deadly Orange County shootings
New body camera video shows the moments leading up to two deadly Central Florida shootings involving law enforcement. The first is from last month in Orange County, where deputies opened fire on a man holding a knife. The second is from earlier this month when police responded to reports of a suspicious person on East Colonial Drive. Officials said they were forced to open fire in both cases, as the suspects were seen holding weapons.
New body camera video shows the moments leading up to two deadly Central Florida shootings involving law enforcement. The first is from last month in Orange County, where deputies opened fire on a man holding a knife. The second is from earlier this month when police responded to reports of a suspicious person on East Colonial Drive. Officials said they were forced to open fire in both cases, as the suspects were seen holding weapons.
Police: Shootings, homicides down in Orlando
The Orlando Police Department says homicides and shootings are down to start 2025. When compared to last year, police say homicides are down 67%, while shootings are down 89%.
The Orlando Police Department says homicides and shootings are down to start 2025. When compared to last year, police say homicides are down 67%, while shootings are down 89%.
Man shoots, kills his wife at Orange County home: deputies
The Orange County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man accused of shooting and killing his wife at a home on Livingston Street.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man accused of shooting and killing his wife at a home on Livingston Street.
Teen arrested in deadly Orlando shooting linked to drug deal: police
A 17-year-old boy is facing a first-degree murder charge following a shooting during an alleged drug transaction that resulted in the death of a 26-year-old man in Orlando earlier this month.
A 17-year-old boy is facing a first-degree murder charge following a shooting during an alleged drug transaction that resulted in the death of a 26-year-old man in Orlando earlier this month.
E-bike and scooters in the spotlight after crashes
There?s a push to ensure everyone understands the rules about e-bikes and e-scooters, following an incident where two kids were struck by cars while riding in Winter Park. Winter Park Commissioner, Coach Craig Russell and Winter Park Police Officer Gordon Shyy explain why this safety push is so important and remind us of some of the key rules.
There?s a push to ensure everyone understands the rules about e-bikes and e-scooters, following an incident where two kids were struck by cars while riding in Winter Park. Winter Park Commissioner, Coach Craig Russell and Winter Park Police Officer Gordon Shyy explain why this safety push is so important and remind us of some of the key rules.
66th annual Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival taking place
The Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival is taking place this weekend. The event is one of the nation?s oldest, largest and most prestigious outdoor art festivals. The festival is produced by an all-volunteer board and draws more than 250,000 visitors each year.
The Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival is taking place this weekend. The event is one of the nation?s oldest, largest and most prestigious outdoor art festivals. The festival is produced by an all-volunteer board and draws more than 250,000 visitors each year.
Officials: 1 dead in Zellwood plane crash
Officials say one person is dead following a plane crash that ended with a fire on Saturday morning near the Bob White Airstrip in Zellwood, Florida. It is currently unclear what led to the plane crash.
Officials say one person is dead following a plane crash that ended with a fire on Saturday morning near the Bob White Airstrip in Zellwood, Florida. It is currently unclear what led to the plane crash.
Maddie Soto update: Stephen Sterns jailhouse calls released
Stephan Sterns has been accused of killing 13-year-old Maddie Soto, and new audio recordings have been released by the State Attorney's Office detailing his alleged account of the events surrounding her death.
Stephan Sterns has been accused of killing 13-year-old Maddie Soto, and new audio recordings have been released by the State Attorney's Office detailing his alleged account of the events surrounding her death.
Air traffic control staffing crisis: Rising runway incursions, 'near misses' raise concerns
You might have heard the terms “near miss" and “close call" a lot recently, when talking about commercial airlines. That’s what FOX 35 News is delving into: how close they really are, how often this is happening, and what changes are being made to avoid them.
You might have heard the terms “near miss" and “close call" a lot recently, when talking about commercial airlines. That’s what FOX 35 News is delving into: how close they really are, how often this is happening, and what changes are being made to avoid them.
Diamonds recovered after theft suspect allegedly swallows them
Five diamond earrings have made their way through a man's stomach, and tonight they're back at the jewelry store. Jaythan Glider is accused of stealing the diamonds from a Tiffany Store in Orlando. When he was caught, he allegedly swallowed them.
Five diamond earrings have made their way through a man's stomach, and tonight they're back at the jewelry store. Jaythan Glider is accused of stealing the diamonds from a Tiffany Store in Orlando. When he was caught, he allegedly swallowed them.
Arrest made in deadly Orange County shooting
After 10 months, Orange County deputies said they have arrested a suspect in the deadly shooting that took place last year in the area of 22nd Street and Rio Grande Avenue. The Orange County Sheriff's Office said it has arrested Dey?Montae Seright for the alleged murder of Andre Pierre Alloway. Records show Seright is being charged with manslaughter with a firearm.
After 10 months, Orange County deputies said they have arrested a suspect in the deadly shooting that took place last year in the area of 22nd Street and Rio Grande Avenue. The Orange County Sheriff's Office said it has arrested Dey?Montae Seright for the alleged murder of Andre Pierre Alloway. Records show Seright is being charged with manslaughter with a firearm.
Southwest plane tries to take off on taxiway
Air traffic controllers stopped a potential disaster yesterday at the Orlando International Airport (MCO), when a Southwest jet almost took off from a taxiway instead of a runway. Southwest said no one was injured during the incident.
Air traffic controllers stopped a potential disaster yesterday at the Orlando International Airport (MCO), when a Southwest jet almost took off from a taxiway instead of a runway. Southwest said no one was injured during the incident.
Sibling showdown for state senate seat in Orange County
State Rep. Lavon Bracy Davis has announced her plans to run to replace Sen. Geraldine Thompson, who dies last month after complications from surgery. One other person has announced plans to run for the seat ? Davis' brother Randolph Bracy.
State Rep. Lavon Bracy Davis has announced her plans to run to replace Sen. Geraldine Thompson, who dies last month after complications from surgery. One other person has announced plans to run for the seat ? Davis' brother Randolph Bracy.
Winter Park Sidewalk Arts Festival underway
The 66th Winter Park Sidewalk Arts Festival kicks off today in Orlando. The event is one of the nation?s oldest, largest and most prestigious outdoor art festivals and draws up to 250,000 visitors each year.
The 66th Winter Park Sidewalk Arts Festival kicks off today in Orlando. The event is one of the nation?s oldest, largest and most prestigious outdoor art festivals and draws up to 250,000 visitors each year.
Learn how to plant seedlings
Calvin Gardner, urban horticulture extension agent, joins FOX 35 to talk about an upcoming event for plant lovers. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just getting started, this class will help you on your way to a beautiful and bountiful spring vegetable garden. Each class participant will receive educational resources for preparing their garden. The in-person spring vegetable gardening class is being hosted by the UF/IFAS Extension Orange County in Orlando.
Calvin Gardner, urban horticulture extension agent, joins FOX 35 to talk about an upcoming event for plant lovers. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just getting started, this class will help you on your way to a beautiful and bountiful spring vegetable garden. Each class participant will receive educational resources for preparing their garden. The in-person spring vegetable gardening class is being hosted by the UF/IFAS Extension Orange County in Orlando.
Man accused of threatening convenience store employee with knife: 'I'll gut you like a fish'
A knife-wielding man caused a scare at an Orlando convenience store, threatening customers before making a coffee and leaving.
A knife-wielding man caused a scare at an Orlando convenience store, threatening customers before making a coffee and leaving.
Orange County deputies use video games to connect with kids
The Orange County Sheriff's Office is using a video gaming bus to foster better relationships with local children.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office is using a video gaming bus to foster better relationships with local children.