State Senator looking to take action to make amusement rides safer
Florida State Senator Linda Stewart is keeping a close eye on the investigation into how 14-year-old Tyre?Sampson fell to his death from Orlando FreeFall, the drop tower amusement ride at ICON Park.?
Florida State Senator Linda Stewart is keeping a close eye on the investigation into how 14-year-old Tyre?Sampson fell to his death from Orlando FreeFall, the drop tower amusement ride at ICON Park.?
Gov. DeSantis broaches repeal of Disney World's self-governing status
Florida?s Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed on Thursday the suggestion of repealing a 55-year-old state law that allows Disney to effectively govern itself on the grounds of Walt Disney World, following the company?s public opposition to a controversial parental rights law in Florida.
Florida?s Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed on Thursday the suggestion of repealing a 55-year-old state law that allows Disney to effectively govern itself on the grounds of Walt Disney World, following the company?s public opposition to a controversial parental rights law in Florida.
Tornado leaves trail of damage n Florida Panhandle
Two people have died, and two others were injured after a severe storm hit the Florida panhandle early Thursday morning. (Washington County Sheriff's Office)
Two people have died, and two others were injured after a severe storm hit the Florida panhandle early Thursday morning. (Washington County Sheriff's Office)
Family friend who took Tyre Sampson to ICON Park speaks
The family who took Tyre Sampson to ICON Park the night he died spoke exclusively to FOX 35 News about the tragedy.
The family who took Tyre Sampson to ICON Park the night he died spoke exclusively to FOX 35 News about the tragedy.
Manatee Appreciation Day: Volunteers clean up Blue Spring State Park
Wednesday was Manatee Appreciation Day and volunteers took part in a group effort to clean up Blue Spring State Park.
Wednesday was Manatee Appreciation Day and volunteers took part in a group effort to clean up Blue Spring State Park.
Heroes help pilot escape plane after crash landing
Janet Estes and J.P. McMenamy work across the street from where a small plane crashed in West Melbourne on Tuesday. They ran outside their store after they heard a loud boom noise, and they lost power.
Janet Estes and J.P. McMenamy work across the street from where a small plane crashed in West Melbourne on Tuesday. They ran outside their store after they heard a loud boom noise, and they lost power.
Florida cheerleading coach accused of molestation
Clermont police say Vigiland D'Haiti, 39, was arrested on multiple counts of lewd and lascivious molestation on victims aged 12 to 15-years-old. He was arrested at his home by Winter Garden police on Sunday. Police say there was a warrant out of Lake County for the charges.
Clermont police say Vigiland D'Haiti, 39, was arrested on multiple counts of lewd and lascivious molestation on victims aged 12 to 15-years-old. He was arrested at his home by Winter Garden police on Sunday. Police say there was a warrant out of Lake County for the charges.
Orange County firefighters train for risky rescues
Orange County Special Operations firefighters have trained for life or death situations in which they have to rescue someone from a tight, tucked away space.
Orange County Special Operations firefighters have trained for life or death situations in which they have to rescue someone from a tight, tucked away space.
Drunken Monkey Orlando coffee shop cleaning up after break-in
A coffee shop in Orlando is left to pick up the pieces after someone smashed their storefront window, stole money, and left the place a mess.
A coffee shop in Orlando is left to pick up the pieces after someone smashed their storefront window, stole money, and left the place a mess.
FOX 35 investigates safety records of Orlando FreeFall owner
FOX 35 continues to investigate the fatal fall at ICON Park. We have been digging into the safety records of the company that owns the ride.
FOX 35 continues to investigate the fatal fall at ICON Park. We have been digging into the safety records of the company that owns the ride.
Winter Park wedding reception shooting
New video of body cameras worn by Winter Park police officers shows a deadly shooting at a wedding reception in February.
New video of body cameras worn by Winter Park police officers shows a deadly shooting at a wedding reception in February.
Winter Park wedding shooting: Video released from 2nd officers? body-worn camera
Winter Park police have released video from officers' body-worn cameras as they responded to a February shooting at a wedding reception. Viewer discretion is advised.
Winter Park police have released video from officers' body-worn cameras as they responded to a February shooting at a wedding reception. Viewer discretion is advised.
Space-themed hotel opening near Kennedy Space Center
The new Marriott Courtyard in Titusville, Florida is targeting space lovers looking for a great view.
The new Marriott Courtyard in Titusville, Florida is targeting space lovers looking for a great view.
Florida sues over federal transportation mask mandate
The State of Florida on Tuesday announced that it plans to sue the federal government over mask requirements on public transportation like planes.
The State of Florida on Tuesday announced that it plans to sue the federal government over mask requirements on public transportation like planes.
Memorial walk held for Tyre Sampson
Friends and loved ones of Tyre Sampson organized two different walks along International Drive, demanding that the Orlando FreeFall ride at ICON Park be shut down.
Friends and loved ones of Tyre Sampson organized two different walks along International Drive, demanding that the Orlando FreeFall ride at ICON Park be shut down.
Jean Macean indicted in murders of Brenda, Terry Aultman
The man accused of stabbing and killing a man and woman during Daytona Bike Week has been indicted on first-degree murder charges, the State Attorney's office announced Tuesday.
The man accused of stabbing and killing a man and woman during Daytona Bike Week has been indicted on first-degree murder charges, the State Attorney's office announced Tuesday.
Meet Bebot, the robot helping to clean plastic and trash from Florida beach
Thousands of people visit Florida's beaches each year and with any big tourist hot spot, people are bound to leave behind food and trash. It can take a lot of people to help clean the beaches, which is why an organization is using technology, specifically a robot, to help keep Cocoa Beach clean.
Thousands of people visit Florida's beaches each year and with any big tourist hot spot, people are bound to leave behind food and trash. It can take a lot of people to help clean the beaches, which is why an organization is using technology, specifically a robot, to help keep Cocoa Beach clean.
Red Cross helping 23 displaced by fire
Seminole County firefighters battled an apartment fire in Fern Park on Monday. Crews responded to the complex on Hidden Meadows Loop just after 4 p.m.
Seminole County firefighters battled an apartment fire in Fern Park on Monday. Crews responded to the complex on Hidden Meadows Loop just after 4 p.m.
Orlando moms pay tribute to teen who fell off ride
Around 200 people attended a balloon release for a boy killed on an Orlando ride. His memorial continues to grow and even strangers are stopping the Orlando FreeFall attraction at ICON Park to pay their respects.
Around 200 people attended a balloon release for a boy killed on an Orlando ride. His memorial continues to grow and even strangers are stopping the Orlando FreeFall attraction at ICON Park to pay their respects.
Air Mobile Ministries helps thousands in Ukraine, Poland
Headlines of red lines and war crimes continue in Ukraine. Russia?s attempt to seize its western neighbor has triggered Europe?s worst refugee crisis since the second world war. Joe Hurston with volunteer group Airmobile ministries is flying straight into the danger zone.
Headlines of red lines and war crimes continue in Ukraine. Russia?s attempt to seize its western neighbor has triggered Europe?s worst refugee crisis since the second world war. Joe Hurston with volunteer group Airmobile ministries is flying straight into the danger zone.