Orlando Science Center's homeschool program
The Orlando Science Center (OSC) hosts themed homeschool days for grades K–8 each month during the academic year, September through May. Each course includes standards-based discovery lab, guided exhibit experiences led by an OSC educator, large format educational films, work samples for your student’s homeschool portfolio. Katie Hodges, director of education programs at the OSC, joins Good Day Orlando to to talk about the offerings.
New PopStroke location opening in Winter Garden
The highly anticipated PopStroke Winter Garden opens this week, and Good Day Orlando is getting the first look at Tiger Woods’ family-friendly mini golf attraction in Southwest Orange County.
Orange County DOGE audit starting today: What we know, what leaders are saying
Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia hosted a news conference on Tuesday morning in Orlando to discuss the Florida Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) audit into Orange County’s spending and operations.
Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia speaks in Orlando
Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia hosted a press gaggle regarding local government audits on Tuesday morning in Orlando. During the event, the CFO discussed the Florida Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) audit into Orange County’s spending and operations.
Orlando hosts 2025 Florida Freedom Forum
The Republican Party of Florida hosted its 2025 Florida Freedom Forum, a one-day gathering of top conservative leaders, on Saturday in Orlando. The forum included a multitude of events and featured speeches from top speakers throughout the day.
2 detained after shots fired in Lake Nona neighborhood
Two people have been detained after shots were fired on Friday in a Lake Nona neighborhood, police say. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Florida Freedom Forum taking place Saturday in Orlando
The Republican Party of Florida is hosting its Florida Freedom Forum on Saturday in Orlando. The annual fundraiser event serves as a platform for the party to gather, discuss their agenda and celebrate the conservative movement in Florida. The forum includes a multitude of events and features speeches from top speakers throughout the day.
Orlando weather: Evening storms on the way, bringing gusty winds, torrential rain and vivid lightning
Central Florida is getting some slight relief from the raging heat of the summer as afternoon and evening storms push through on Saturday. However, heat advisories are possible for Sunday as temperatures are expected to climb back up.
Touring Orange County's newest elementary school
FOX 35's Chris Lindsay gives us an inside look at the newest elementary school in Orange County. Luminary Elementary School is located in the Lake Nona area. The school will be one of the last newly constructed schools to open in Orange County for at least five years because of a recent pause introduced for new construction.
Orlando hosts 2025 Florida Freedom Forum: What we know and who attended
The Republican Party of Florida hosted its 2025 Florida Freedom Forum, a one-day gathering of top conservative leaders, on Saturday in Orlando. Here's everything we know about the event and who attended.
Man accused of assaulting parking enforcement employee
An Orlando man has been arrested after he allegedly punched a parking enforcement specialist in the head over a parking ticket. Steven Rosado is being charged with battery on a parking enforcement specialist.
Mother of baby found abandoned in Orlando driveway arrested
The mother of a newborn that was found abandoned in the driveway of an Orlando home on Monday has been arrested, police said. Angelica Sanchez Bautista, 19, was taken into custody by the Fugitive Investigative Unit on Friday and charged with child neglect, according to the Orlando Police Department.
Orange County mayor signs ICE agreement after state pressure
Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings said at a news conference on Friday afternoon that he signed a new ICE agreement earlier this morning after pressure from the state. Earlier this month, Demings stated that the county would not participate in long-distance detainee transports, citing a shortage of correctional staff and budget constraints. That position has now escalated into a political standoff with the state, drawing scrutiny from both the attorney general and the governor.
Orlando man arrested after allegedly punching parking official in head over ticket
An Orlando man has been arrested after he allegedly punched a parking enforcement specialist in the head over a parking ticket.
Disney's Magic Kingdom ferry crashes into dock amid stormy weather, passengers say: 'completely chaotic'
It appears that multiple people were tended to or treated by paramedics after one of Walt Disney World's ferry boats seemingly docked hard at Disney's Transportation & Ticket Center, according to the fire departments who responded, as well as photos shared with FOX 35 Orlando.
Orange County mayor addresses signing of ICE addendum
Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings spoke at a news conference on Friday afternoon to address his signing of an ICE addendum earlier this morning. Earlier this month, Demings stated that the county would not participate in long-distance detainee transports, citing a shortage of correctional staff and budget constraints. That position has now escalated into a political standoff with the state, drawing scrutiny from both the attorney general and the governor.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings signs ICE agreement amid pressure from Gov. DeSantis, AG Uthmeier
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings on Friday signed an agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to assist in the transport of suspected undocumented immigrants to Alligator Alcatraz, a detention facility in the Everglades.
Mother of infant found abandoned in driveway of Orlando home arrested, police say
A 19-year-old mother, Angelica Sanchez Bautista, was arrested for child neglect after her newborn was found abandoned outside an Orlando home during a heat advisory.
New TSA 'Families on the Fly' lanes ease travel for parents at MCO, other airports
Traveling with young children can be stressful, but a new initiative at Orlando International Airport (MCO) aims to make the process a bit smoother for parents.
More Orange County patrols near park after attempted rape
Deputies with the Orange County Sheriff's Office ae stepping up their patrols after a man attempted to rape a woman while she was running in Orange County. FOX 35's Marley Capper gives us the latest details on the attack.