Former Goliath Ventures CEO agrees to plead guilty in $250 million crypto Ponzi scheme: Court filings

The former CEO of a Central Florida cryptocurrency investment company has agreed to plead guilty to federal charges and repay hundreds of millions of dollars after prosecutors accused him of operating a multimillion-dollar Ponzi scheme that defrauded more than 1,000 investors.

Sloth imports to Florida now require a new wildlife permit after Sloth World deaths

Animal facilities in Florida that want to house and care for sloths will now have to file a special permit with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to import sloths into the state.

Team Florida departs for Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota

More than 100 Special Olympics Florida athletes received a celebratory sendoff at Orlando International Airport before departing for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis.

Epic Universe expansion filings point to large project in Dark Universe area

Universal Orlando Resort may already be planning an expansion at Epic Universe, according to newly filed permits that point to a large, undisclosed project inside the park's Dark Universe themed land.

Disney World reveals 2026 Eat to the Beat concert lineup

Walt Disney World has unveiled the lineup for the 2026 Eat to the Beat concert series for EPCOT's Food & Wine Festival.

Orange County votes to continue red light cameras at intersections
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Red light cameras will continue to capture and ticket drivers breaking the rules across Orange County for at least the next decade, following a unanimous vote by local leaders Tuesday.  During a June 16 commission meeting, county leaders approved a 10-year contract extension, citing both traffic safety improvements and a substantial boost to the county's bottom line.

Former 'ex-gay' ministry leader Alan Chambers pleads not guilty to child solicitation charges

Former Exodus International ministry leader Alan Manning Chambers has entered a formal plea of not guilty to felony charges including child solicitation and transmitting harmful material to a minor.

Level99 sets opening date for Disney Springs location

Level99, the interactive gaming venue, has announced an opening date for its new Disney Springs location.

Florida IVF mix-up: Custody agreement reached after fertility clinic embryo error, court documents say

Parents involved in an IVF mix-up, allegedly stemming from a Longwood fertility clinic, reached a confidential custody agreement confirming they will remain the permanent custodial parents of their daughter, Shea.

Central Florida gets festive for America 250 with outdoor decorations
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Winter Park is getting in the patriotic spirit as our nation's 250th birthday approaches. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie stopped by a Winter Park home to discuss the sustainability efforts with vintage handmade elements incorporated into America 250 decorations. 

Florida woman, 75, displaced after home destroyed by fire
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A 75-year-old Florida woman’s home was burned to the ground after catching fire Sunday afternoon.  Although Mary Godfrey, 75, who lives in the Maitland residence wasn’t home at the time of the fire, she told FOX 35’s Stephanie Buffamonte. She’s lived in the home for 25 years, Godfrey told Buffamonte in tears. 

Watch: Cars drive through flooded roads in Orlando
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More than three inches of rain fell in parts of Orlando on Wednesday, flooding the intersection of Orange Blossom Trail and South Street. Video shared with FOX 35 showed cars and trucks plowing through the flooded street. A nearby sportswear business said the water started to come into his store.

Florida deputies surround home after bus stop shooting
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FOX 35's Marie Edinger joins Garrett Wymer live outside a home in Orange County just a block away from a bus stop where a woman in her 70's was shot and taken to the hospital in critical conditiom.

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings diagnosed with cancer, suspends campaign for governor

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said Friday that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and that he will suspend his campaign for Florida governor in order to receive treatment, calling it a “difficult decision."

Florida theme parks hurricane, weather policies: What you need to know

If you're visiting the Florida theme parks during hurricane season, it's important to know what policies are in place for severe weather.