Jonathan Rinderknecht: Palisades Fire suspect denied bond, moved to Florida 5 months ago
Jonathan Rinderknecht, the 29-year-old man charged with starting what became the deadly Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, California, was in federal court in Orlando on Thursday.
Jonathan Rinderknecht, the 29-year-old man charged with starting what became the deadly Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, California, was in federal court in Orlando on Thursday.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Quesa Loco in Winter Park
FOX 35 News is continuing its celebrations for Hispanic Heritage Month by this week featuring Quesa Loco in Winter Park. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz introduces to the owners of the eatery who dish up Mexican street food, including birria, quesadillas and tacos.
FOX 35 News is continuing its celebrations for Hispanic Heritage Month by this week featuring Quesa Loco in Winter Park. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz introduces to the owners of the eatery who dish up Mexican street food, including birria, quesadillas and tacos.
Presser: Police shoot woman armed with knives
Orlando police shot and killed a woman at an apartment complex Friday after she ran towards officers holding two knives, according to a police spokesperson. Police said they received a 911 call from the woman's boyfriend who stated his girlfriend was holding a knife and making threats to harm herself. Police began negotiation. During the negotiation, the woman came out of the apartment with two knives and ran toward two officers. Those officers shot her. The woman died.
Orlando police shot and killed a woman at an apartment complex Friday after she ran towards officers holding two knives, according to a police spokesperson. Police said they received a 911 call from the woman's boyfriend who stated his girlfriend was holding a knife and making threats to harm herself. Police began negotiation. During the negotiation, the woman came out of the apartment with two knives and ran toward two officers. Those officers shot her. The woman died.
Palisades Fire arrest: Man arrested in Florida, charged with starting deadly LA wildfire
A Florida man has been arrested, accused of starting what became the deadly and destructive "Palisades Fire" on Jan. 1, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. The Palisades Fire killed 12 people, burned more than 23,000 acres, and destroyed more than 6,000 structures.
A Florida man has been arrested, accused of starting what became the deadly and destructive "Palisades Fire" on Jan. 1, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. The Palisades Fire killed 12 people, burned more than 23,000 acres, and destroyed more than 6,000 structures.
How to make the perfect Taco with Taco's Lab
Tuesday is National Taco Day, and restaurants across the country are serving up special deals and discounts for taco fans. The Good Day Orlando team celebrates the day and learns how to make the perfect taco with Taco's Lab in Winter Park.
Tuesday is National Taco Day, and restaurants across the country are serving up special deals and discounts for taco fans. The Good Day Orlando team celebrates the day and learns how to make the perfect taco with Taco's Lab in Winter Park.
Orlando Storm join the 2026 United Football League: Tickets, schedule, teams
Orlando has a new sports team! Meet the Orlando Storm, the newest addition to the United Football League (UFL), bringing spring football back to the Sunshine State.
Orlando has a new sports team! Meet the Orlando Storm, the newest addition to the United Football League (UFL), bringing spring football back to the Sunshine State.
Florida smoke shop worker arrested after allegedly kidnapping, beating teens accused of robbing store
A 23-year-old Florida smoke shop worker has been arrested after he allegedly kidnapped and beat several teens who are accused of previously burglarizing the store.
A 23-year-old Florida smoke shop worker has been arrested after he allegedly kidnapped and beat several teens who are accused of previously burglarizing the store.
Florida firefighter accused of throwing close to 100 painted red tampons onto ex-boyfriend's lawn
A Florida firefighter has been arrested after she allegedly dumped around 100 red-painted tampons on her ex-boyfriend's lawn last week in Volusia County.
A Florida firefighter has been arrested after she allegedly dumped around 100 red-painted tampons on her ex-boyfriend's lawn last week in Volusia County.
Fans react to Taylor Swift new album release
Taylor Swift's "The Life of a Showgirl" album is now available, and fans are already going crazy for the popstar's new music. FOX 35's Marley Capper heads over to Park Ave CDs to talk about Thursday night's release party in Winter Park.
Taylor Swift's "The Life of a Showgirl" album is now available, and fans are already going crazy for the popstar's new music. FOX 35's Marley Capper heads over to Park Ave CDs to talk about Thursday night's release party in Winter Park.
Affidavit: Woman beat elderly stepmother for months
An Orlando woman was arrested Tuesday after she allegedly beat and confined her elderly stepmother. Officials have been called to the home where the woman was arrested several times in the last few months for domestic-related incidents and threats, according to Orange County court records. The alleged victim, who lived at the home, was taken to the hospital after being found with multiple injuries. According to an arrest report, the elderly woman had contusions on her eye, chin and cheek, as well as severe swelling on her face and lacerations on her hand, forearm and elbow. The woman told investigators that she had been beaten by her stepdaughter, 55-year-old Cheryl Pyle, and her boyfriend, who both moved into her home in December 2024, shortly after her husband died.
An Orlando woman was arrested Tuesday after she allegedly beat and confined her elderly stepmother. Officials have been called to the home where the woman was arrested several times in the last few months for domestic-related incidents and threats, according to Orange County court records. The alleged victim, who lived at the home, was taken to the hospital after being found with multiple injuries. According to an arrest report, the elderly woman had contusions on her eye, chin and cheek, as well as severe swelling on her face and lacerations on her hand, forearm and elbow. The woman told investigators that she had been beaten by her stepdaughter, 55-year-old Cheryl Pyle, and her boyfriend, who both moved into her home in December 2024, shortly after her husband died.
Florida Super Speeder Law: 50 arrests in Central Florida
It has been three months since Florida's "Super Speeder" law went into effect, increasing penalties for people who drive over 100 mph or 50 mph over the posted speed limit. Under the law, drivers can be cuffed and arrested. FOX 35 reached out to various agencies to see how many people have been arrested under the new law.
It has been three months since Florida's "Super Speeder" law went into effect, increasing penalties for people who drive over 100 mph or 50 mph over the posted speed limit. Under the law, drivers can be cuffed and arrested. FOX 35 reached out to various agencies to see how many people have been arrested under the new law.
Disney attendance plunges to all-time low for 2025 as visitors report 'ghost towns' at parks
Walt Disney World logged its slowest three-week stretch of the year in September, putting it on track to be the quietest month since 2021.
Walt Disney World logged its slowest three-week stretch of the year in September, putting it on track to be the quietest month since 2021.
Orlando siblings accused of running fake dental office, causing infections and disfigurement
An Orlando man and his sister are accused of running a fake dental practice out of an office building, charging patients thousands of dollars for unlicensed procedures that left at least one woman infected and disfigured, investigators said.
An Orlando man and his sister are accused of running a fake dental practice out of an office building, charging patients thousands of dollars for unlicensed procedures that left at least one woman infected and disfigured, investigators said.
911 call details how masked man in swim goggles robbed Disney Springs restaurant
Newly released 911 audio captures the moments after a masked suspect — described as wearing swim goggles — robbed the Paddlefish restaurant at Disney Springs, forcing employees to the ground with trash bags over their heads.
Newly released 911 audio captures the moments after a masked suspect — described as wearing swim goggles — robbed the Paddlefish restaurant at Disney Springs, forcing employees to the ground with trash bags over their heads.
Child with autism treading water rescued by Florida deputy
An Orange County Sheriff's Office deputy jumped into a retention pond to help a child, who reportedly had autism, as he was treading water inside that pond. Body-camera video showed the moment the 2 deputies ran to the water and one jumped in.
An Orange County Sheriff's Office deputy jumped into a retention pond to help a child, who reportedly had autism, as he was treading water inside that pond. Body-camera video showed the moment the 2 deputies ran to the water and one jumped in.
Epic Universe Stardust Racers death was not an 'isolated incident' and ‘entirely preventable,' Ben Crump says
It's been almost two weeks since 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala became unresponsive while on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers roller coaster and later died at the hospital. Since then, Ben Crump, the attorney representing the family of Zavala, said multiple other riders and witnesses have come forward to share similar experiences while riding the coaster.
It's been almost two weeks since 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala became unresponsive while on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers roller coaster and later died at the hospital. Since then, Ben Crump, the attorney representing the family of Zavala, said multiple other riders and witnesses have come forward to share similar experiences while riding the coaster.
Florida AG James Uthmeier accuses State Attorney Monique Worrell of being ‘soft on crime'
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hosted a press conference Friday morning in Orlando, where he called out State Attorney Monique Worrell for what he calls “soft on crime policies."
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hosted a press conference Friday morning in Orlando, where he called out State Attorney Monique Worrell for what he calls “soft on crime policies."
Epic Universe, Stardust Racers death: 'We have to know what happened,' Attorney Ben Crump
Attorneys representing the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the man who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, remembered him as a "theme park enthusiast" and someone who lived a completely independent life.
Attorneys representing the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the man who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, remembered him as a "theme park enthusiast" and someone who lived a completely independent life.
New driving range and golf learning center at Dubsdread
Dubsdread Golf Course and the City of Orlando are working on a full renovation of the driving range area! As a staple of Orlando Public Golf for more than 100 years, golf course leaders say the project ensures Dubsdread will be a staple for the next 100 years, as well. The project features 34 covered hitting bays, a snack bar and a new learning facility. FOX 35's Marley Capper gives us a preview of the renovations.
Dubsdread Golf Course and the City of Orlando are working on a full renovation of the driving range area! As a staple of Orlando Public Golf for more than 100 years, golf course leaders say the project ensures Dubsdread will be a staple for the next 100 years, as well. The project features 34 covered hitting bays, a snack bar and a new learning facility. FOX 35's Marley Capper gives us a preview of the renovations.
Epic Universe death: State inspectors, Universal claim Stardust Racers ran normally before rider's death
Inspectors and investigators with the state of Florida and Universal said Monday that its preliminary investigation and findings have revealed that Stardust Racers, the dual-launch coaster at Epic Universe, ran normally, despite a rider becoming unresponsive and later dying at the hospital.
Inspectors and investigators with the state of Florida and Universal said Monday that its preliminary investigation and findings have revealed that Stardust Racers, the dual-launch coaster at Epic Universe, ran normally, despite a rider becoming unresponsive and later dying at the hospital.