Who is investigating 'Sloth World' after over 30 dead?
The death of Habanero, a sloth in the care of the Central Florida Zoo, adds to the death count of over 30 sloths in connection to the anticipated Orlando attraction "Sloth World." While the Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier's office said the situation is under investigation, the State Attorney's office of Monique Worrell denied this.
The death of Habanero, a sloth in the care of the Central Florida Zoo, adds to the death count of over 30 sloths in connection to the anticipated Orlando attraction "Sloth World." While the Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier's office said the situation is under investigation, the State Attorney's office of Monique Worrell denied this.
Orlando customers' utility bills skyrocket by hundreds: What we know
Orlando Utilities Commission bills rose by hundreds to customers. FOX 35's Laryssa Leone investigated the increase, saying it's caused by the city's billing error.
Orlando Utilities Commission bills rose by hundreds to customers. FOX 35's Laryssa Leone investigated the increase, saying it's caused by the city's billing error.
Man asleep survives crash to Orange County home
A van crashed into the side of a house in Orange County early Monday, according to officials. At least one person was inside the home at the time of the crash.
A van crashed into the side of a house in Orange County early Monday, according to officials. At least one person was inside the home at the time of the crash.
Teachers, support staff get in free at WonderWorks Orlando in May
WonderWorks Orlando, the attraction with the upside-down looking building, has a special ticket deal for teachers this month.
WonderWorks Orlando, the attraction with the upside-down looking building, has a special ticket deal for teachers this month.
Armed carjacker under the influence during incident: Arrest report
James Yawn was said to be traveling at a high speed, weaving in and out of moderate traffic and driving aggressively without regard to the safety of others in the road, a Florida Highway Patrol report said. Yawn was described as having very red, watery glossy bloodshot eyes and white crust in the corners of his mouth, troopers said. He also showed indicators of being under the influence of cannabis, FHP said.
James Yawn was said to be traveling at a high speed, weaving in and out of moderate traffic and driving aggressively without regard to the safety of others in the road, a Florida Highway Patrol report said. Yawn was described as having very red, watery glossy bloodshot eyes and white crust in the corners of his mouth, troopers said. He also showed indicators of being under the influence of cannabis, FHP said.
Florida lawmakers call for criminal investigation into 'Sloth World' deaths
Florida Rep. Anna Eskamani calls for the Attorney General's office to launch a criminal investigation into the Orlando attraction 'Sloth World' after it was reported that over 50 sloths died before the attraction opened. Eskamani called the situation a "failure of government."
Florida Rep. Anna Eskamani calls for the Attorney General's office to launch a criminal investigation into the Orlando attraction 'Sloth World' after it was reported that over 50 sloths died before the attraction opened. Eskamani called the situation a "failure of government."
Winter Park armed carjacking leads to police chase on I-4
A driver is in custody after Winter Park Police responded to a reported armed carjacking that turned into a 30-mile chase. The chase ended near mile marker 112, where the individual was taken into custody, police said.
A driver is in custody after Winter Park Police responded to a reported armed carjacking that turned into a 30-mile chase. The chase ended near mile marker 112, where the individual was taken into custody, police said.
Downtown Orlando considers street parking price hikes
Orlando leaders are discussing increasing street parking prices. Rates could increase to $2 an hour for the first two hours, with rates increasing each hour. The proposed daily rate at a garage is $20.
Orlando leaders are discussing increasing street parking prices. Rates could increase to $2 an hour for the first two hours, with rates increasing each hour. The proposed daily rate at a garage is $20.
Growing concerns over potential future teen takeovers in Orange County
Though nine teens were arrested and two deputies were hurt following a teen takeover involving over 1,000 teens, Orange County officials are calling on parents to step in, rather than creating a youth curfew. In a similar situation in Daytona Beach, involving social media takeovers, a curfew helped the situation.
Though nine teens were arrested and two deputies were hurt following a teen takeover involving over 1,000 teens, Orange County officials are calling on parents to step in, rather than creating a youth curfew. In a similar situation in Daytona Beach, involving social media takeovers, a curfew helped the situation.
New safety crosswalk upgrades coming to Mills 50 District
The City of Orlando plans to add a high-visibility crosswalk at Mills Avenue and Canton Street to improve pedestrian safety. The $200,000 project will be funded by red-light camera fines, with construction expected to begin this fall.
The City of Orlando plans to add a high-visibility crosswalk at Mills Avenue and Canton Street to improve pedestrian safety. The $200,000 project will be funded by red-light camera fines, with construction expected to begin this fall.
Orange County officials ask parents to prevent future teen takeovers
With another teen takeover planned for early May, Orange County officials discussed what could be done from a takeover occurring again, or having one with worse circumstances. In the ICON Park takeover on April 25, nine teens were arrested and two deputies were injured trying to break up fights.
With another teen takeover planned for early May, Orange County officials discussed what could be done from a takeover occurring again, or having one with worse circumstances. In the ICON Park takeover on April 25, nine teens were arrested and two deputies were injured trying to break up fights.
Necropsy reports explain deaths of 52 sloths for 'Sloth World'
What led to the deaths of 52 sloths brought to Florida for the Sloth World attraction in Orlando? Necropsy reports detail how each sloth was affected including diet, stress during transport and vomit. Now, 13 sloths are being cared for at the Central Florida Zoo.
What led to the deaths of 52 sloths brought to Florida for the Sloth World attraction in Orlando? Necropsy reports detail how each sloth was affected including diet, stress during transport and vomit. Now, 13 sloths are being cared for at the Central Florida Zoo.
Crash scheme? Man arrested for allegedly staging crash
A Florida man was arrested after deputies say he staged a car crash. Now, the crash victim claimed the passengers faked injuries and the driver crashed into him.
A Florida man was arrested after deputies say he staged a car crash. Now, the crash victim claimed the passengers faked injuries and the driver crashed into him.
Chaos at ICON Park: Thousands of Florida teens 'takeover' public space
Florida residents are speaking out after an alleged teen takeover at ICON Park on April 25 resulted in nine arrests. People became afraid when the teens started running, leaving those nearby not sure what was happening.
Florida residents are speaking out after an alleged teen takeover at ICON Park on April 25 resulted in nine arrests. People became afraid when the teens started running, leaving those nearby not sure what was happening.
Sloth World animal death count increases, FWC reports show
After Sloth World planned to open a sloth exhibit in Orlando, records released by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission show that tens of sloths died before the exhibit was set to take place. Now, the Central Florida Zoo is caring for 13 sloths that arrived underweight and dehydrated, one of which is in critical condition.
After Sloth World planned to open a sloth exhibit in Orlando, records released by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission show that tens of sloths died before the exhibit was set to take place. Now, the Central Florida Zoo is caring for 13 sloths that arrived underweight and dehydrated, one of which is in critical condition.
Orlando PM Weather Forecast: 90 degree heat, rain incoming
As temperature highs rise into the high 80s to low 90s this week, isolated showers hit parts of Osceola, Orange and Volusia counties.
As temperature highs rise into the high 80s to low 90s this week, isolated showers hit parts of Osceola, Orange and Volusia counties.
Fights broke out, deputies hurt in ICON park teen 'takeover'
Over 1,000 teenagers swarmed ICON Park on International Drive over the weekend, part of an apparent "takeover' event. The Orange County Sheriff's office said the takeover was organized through social media, though there's not a single promoter identified.
Over 1,000 teenagers swarmed ICON Park on International Drive over the weekend, part of an apparent "takeover' event. The Orange County Sheriff's office said the takeover was organized through social media, though there's not a single promoter identified.
Central Florida Weather Forecast, Mon 4/27/2026 - Meteorologist Brooks Garner
Heat builds this week, with a chance for strong to severe storms by early next week. Late April and early May are classic transition season in Florida, and we will feel that change in the days ahead. Meteorologist Brooks Garner breaks down the heat, humidity, and the potential impacts from a complex storm system moving toward our region.
Heat builds this week, with a chance for strong to severe storms by early next week. Late April and early May are classic transition season in Florida, and we will feel that change in the days ahead. Meteorologist Brooks Garner breaks down the heat, humidity, and the potential impacts from a complex storm system moving toward our region.
Sloth World: Warehouse lacked proper permits for animals; 'stop work' order issued by county
The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.
The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.
4 arrested in alleged fake immigration law office fraud scheme in Orlando
Four people are facing extortion and fraud charges in connection with what authorities say was a fake immigration law office that stole millions of dollars from vulnerable victims.
Four people are facing extortion and fraud charges in connection with what authorities say was a fake immigration law office that stole millions of dollars from vulnerable victims.