Rep. Soto announces grants for Orlando, Kissimmee airports
Congressman Darren Soto hosted a press conference on Wednesday afternoon at the Orlando International Airport (MCO) with Greater Orlando Aviation Authority and Kissimmee Gateway Airport representatives to announce more than $33.5 million in FY25 Airport Infrastructure Grants for MCO and Kissimmee Gateway Airport.
Congressman Darren Soto hosted a press conference on Wednesday afternoon at the Orlando International Airport (MCO) with Greater Orlando Aviation Authority and Kissimmee Gateway Airport representatives to announce more than $33.5 million in FY25 Airport Infrastructure Grants for MCO and Kissimmee Gateway Airport.
Mayonnaise request may have led to Checkers employee shooting, killing customer: Investigators
A fast food worker accused of fatally shooting a customer who complained about his order appeared in court Friday as new and disturbing details emerged about the incident outside a Checkers restaurant in Kissimmee.
A fast food worker accused of fatally shooting a customer who complained about his order appeared in court Friday as new and disturbing details emerged about the incident outside a Checkers restaurant in Kissimmee.
Gov. DeSantis speaks at annual homeschool convention in Kissimmee
Gov. Ron DeSantis gave remarks at the Florida Parent Educators Association's Annual homeschool convention in Kissimmee on Friday morning.
Gov. Ron DeSantis gave remarks at the Florida Parent Educators Association's Annual homeschool convention in Kissimmee on Friday morning.
Missing tot with mental disabilities rescued from retention pond in Kissimmee after hours-long search
A 3-year-old boy with mental disabilities went missing in Kissimmee and was found in a nearby retention pond after hours of searching.
A 3-year-old boy with mental disabilities went missing in Kissimmee and was found in a nearby retention pond after hours of searching.
Green Meadows Petting Farm reopens in new location
Green Meadows Petting Farm has officially reopened in a new location at 1881 Jack Calhoun Drive in Kissimmee. The educational petting farm has cattle, pigs, goats and more, as well as hay rides and leafy open spaces.
Green Meadows Petting Farm has officially reopened in a new location at 1881 Jack Calhoun Drive in Kissimmee. The educational petting farm has cattle, pigs, goats and more, as well as hay rides and leafy open spaces.
CVS catches fire in Kissimmee
Firefighters are battling a fire at a CVS in Kissimmee. Three people were injured in the fire, and two were taken to the hospital. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns gives us live updates from the scene.
Firefighters are battling a fire at a CVS in Kissimmee. Three people were injured in the fire, and two were taken to the hospital. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns gives us live updates from the scene.
New Kissimmee police chief sworn in
Kissimmee's new police chief, Charles Broadway, has been officially sworn in. Broadway has 29 years of law enforcement experience and most recently served as Clermont's police chief.
Kissimmee's new police chief, Charles Broadway, has been officially sworn in. Broadway has 29 years of law enforcement experience and most recently served as Clermont's police chief.
Mugshot released for man arrested for attempted murder, chase
Officials have released a mugshot for Jordan Bailey, who was arrested earlier this week after a cross-county chase. He eventually crashed while trying to get away from deputies and was taken to the hospital. Bailey was wanted on an attempted murder charge in Kissimmee.
Officials have released a mugshot for Jordan Bailey, who was arrested earlier this week after a cross-county chase. He eventually crashed while trying to get away from deputies and was taken to the hospital. Bailey was wanted on an attempted murder charge in Kissimmee.
3 arrested in connection to violent robberies, credit card fraud
Three man have been arrested in Osceola County in connection to violent robberies and credit card fraud. The sheriff's office said all three of the suspects are from Venezuela and came to the United States illegally.
Three man have been arrested in Osceola County in connection to violent robberies and credit card fraud. The sheriff's office said all three of the suspects are from Venezuela and came to the United States illegally.
'Up and Overboard' now open at Fun Spot in Kissimmee
FOX 35's David Martin heads over to Fun Spot America in Kissimmee, where he takes a chance riding one of the theme park's newest thrill rides: "Up and Overboard." The full experience is all in the name, as the ride sends passengers soaring head over heels for a dizzying and memorable aerial adventure.
FOX 35's David Martin heads over to Fun Spot America in Kissimmee, where he takes a chance riding one of the theme park's newest thrill rides: "Up and Overboard." The full experience is all in the name, as the ride sends passengers soaring head over heels for a dizzying and memorable aerial adventure.
Massive alligator spotted by Florida golfers in Kissimmee ahead of peak mating season
A gigantic gator gave some golfers in Kissimmee a real fright this week.
A gigantic gator gave some golfers in Kissimmee a real fright this week.
Enormous Florida alligator wanders golf course
A Florida woman recently captured a video of an enormous alligator wandering about a golf course at Stonegate Oaks in Kissimmee. The alligator can be seen walking a few yards at a time before then deciding to lay down and take a break in the spring sunshine. (Credit: Shirley Schultz)
A Florida woman recently captured a video of an enormous alligator wandering about a golf course at Stonegate Oaks in Kissimmee. The alligator can be seen walking a few yards at a time before then deciding to lay down and take a break in the spring sunshine. (Credit: Shirley Schultz)
Kissimmee mayor addresses search for police chief
Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa gave updates to the media on Thursday morning about the continued search for the city's next police chief. The search is down to two individuals ? retired Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolon and current Clermont Police Chief Charles "Chuck" Broadway. Kissimmee City Manager Mike Steigerwald said he will make the final decision on the new chief in the coming weeks. Robert Anzueto, from the Orange County Sheriff's Office, was named interim police chief in October, but will return to his previous department this month. Wilson Mu?oz will serve as the acting police chief during the final transition period. The search for the new chief comes after the former police chief and the deputy chief resigned following an investigation into a 2023 use-of-force case, as well as allegations of "systemic issues" within the department.
Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa gave updates to the media on Thursday morning about the continued search for the city's next police chief. The search is down to two individuals ? retired Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolon and current Clermont Police Chief Charles "Chuck" Broadway. Kissimmee City Manager Mike Steigerwald said he will make the final decision on the new chief in the coming weeks. Robert Anzueto, from the Orange County Sheriff's Office, was named interim police chief in October, but will return to his previous department this month. Wilson Mu?oz will serve as the acting police chief during the final transition period. The search for the new chief comes after the former police chief and the deputy chief resigned following an investigation into a 2023 use-of-force case, as well as allegations of "systemic issues" within the department.
Florida dad charged after letting unlicensed son drive family car involved in deadly crash: Records
The father of a Florida teen accused of causing a deadly crash in 2023 has been charged with several counts of manslaughter related to that crash, according to court records.
The father of a Florida teen accused of causing a deadly crash in 2023 has been charged with several counts of manslaughter related to that crash, according to court records.
Man set on fire by Taser sues Florida sheriff's office, deputies over use of force: court records
A Florida man who was set on fire by a Taser at a gas station has filed a lawsuit against the Osceola County Sheriff's Office, alleging the agency used excessive resources to target bikers for minor traffic violations.
A Florida man who was set on fire by a Taser at a gas station has filed a lawsuit against the Osceola County Sheriff's Office, alleging the agency used excessive resources to target bikers for minor traffic violations.
Police searching for missing Florida woman with dementia
Police said they are searching for an 81-year-old woman with dementia who is missing from Florida.
Police said they are searching for an 81-year-old woman with dementia who is missing from Florida.
Crews to break ground on 2 Habitat for Humanity homes
Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando and Osceola County are taking on a new challenge by building two homes at the same time as part of their Builder Blitz 2025.
Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando and Osceola County are taking on a new challenge by building two homes at the same time as part of their Builder Blitz 2025.
Cold weather shelters activated across Central Florida
This cold weather will be sticking around all day and into the night, which leaves those without a place to warm up in a dangerous position.
This cold weather will be sticking around all day and into the night, which leaves those without a place to warm up in a dangerous position.
Bond denied for celebratory gunfire death suspect
A judge denied bond for the next two days for the man accused of killing a woman by shooting into the air to celebrate the New Year.
A judge denied bond for the next two days for the man accused of killing a woman by shooting into the air to celebrate the New Year.
Police give update on arrest made in celebratory gunfire death
The Kissimmee Police Department gave an update Friday after the arrest of Carlos Tejada, 44, on charges of manslaughter by culpable negligence. The arrest comes after 56-year-old Carmen Neira Ochoa was killed by celebratory gunfire in the early hours of Jan. 1.
The Kissimmee Police Department gave an update Friday after the arrest of Carlos Tejada, 44, on charges of manslaughter by culpable negligence. The arrest comes after 56-year-old Carmen Neira Ochoa was killed by celebratory gunfire in the early hours of Jan. 1.