Fires break out across Florida amid ongoing drought conditions
Crews across Florida and Central Florida are working to contain ongoing brush fires. A mandatory evacuation order was issued for residents in the Silver Springs area of Marion County on Friday due to a 150-acre active wildfire. Meanwhile, a 116-acre brush fire is burning in Osceola County in the Holopaw area. Three fires are also burning in Volusia County.
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.
Gatorland Global's conservation efforts reach new milestone with nonprofit status
Gatorland is expanding their conservation efforts as the popular adventure theme park announces Gatorland Global has secured 501(c)(3) not-for-profit status.
Driver sought in deadly Osceola County hit-and-run crash
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is still searching for the driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run crash in Osceola County. The incident happened early Friday morning in the Buena Ventura Lakes area. Troopers say they have found the vehicle, but are still searching for its driver.
Apopka man arrested in cold case, unsolved for 33 years, police credit DNA advancements
A 33-year-old cold case has been solved with the arrest of a 72-year-old Apopka man in connection to the 1991 murder of Julia Sue Wilbanks, authorities announced Monday.
St. Cloud dedicates memorial bench to Maddie Soto
The City of St. Cloud is remembering Maddie Soto with a special bench at Lakefront Park. Maddie, 13, was found dead last year just days after she was reported missing. Prosecutors say Stephen Sterns, the boyfriend of Maddie's mom, killed her. Officials say Sterns is also facings sex crime charges after abusing Maddie for years.
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.
Florida bus attendant seen kissing students on cheeks
A St. Cloud bus attendant is accused of kissing and inappropriately touching multiple children. Police say Bryan Louis has now been removed from his position and fired. Officials are asking anyone with information to come forward.
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.
Florida attorney general to look into Worrell over new protocol
The state attorney for Orange and Osceola counties is in hot water with the state after rolling out her latest policy. Monique Worrell told local law enforcement to get an arrest warrant for a suspect before sending the case to her office. The attorney general is now reviewing her office.
Florida men arrested for robbing people after going to bank
Law enforcement across Central Florida say criminals are stalking people who are leaving a bank or store with money or valuables. Officials are warning people to protect themselves so they don't become victims. In almost all of the cases reported, authorities say suspects target a victim, follow the victim and then steal cash.
2 arrested in 'bank jugging' incident at Kissimmee shopping plaza: deputies
The Osceola County Sheriff's Office has made two arrests in connection to a "bank jugging" incident that occurred last week at a shopping center.
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.
Osceola County deputies share new chase video
New body camera video from the Osceola County Sheriff's Office shows a high-speed chase that ended in a dramatic crash at a storage facility in Winter Park. Deputies said the suspect, Jordan Bailey, was wanted on attempted murder charges in Kissimmee.
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.
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.
Florida stepmom charged in child's death expected in court
The Florida woman being charged in the death of her 5-year-old stepson is set to have a pre-trial hearing today. Cheyenne Fite is accused of leaving the boy to die in a man-made ditch. Deputies say Fite was supposed to be watching the boy, but she wasn't.
Madeline Soto update: Will the media, public be banned from Stephan Sterns' pretrial court hearings?
A court hearing was held Thursday to discuss a motion filed by a public defender representing Stephan Sterns, the man accused of raping and murdering Madeline Soto. The motion requests that all pre-trial proceedings in his sexual battery case be closed.
Florida police officer will run 200 miles to raise awareness for first responder mental health
A Central Florida police officer is running 200 miles over five days to raise awareness for first responder mental health.
Netflix to release new documentary on local shooting case
Central Florida will be featured in a new Netflix documentary called "The Perfect Neighbor," which follows a deadly dispute between neighbors in Ocala. The film follows the 2023 killing of Ajike Owens, and police bodycam footage and interviews explore the impact of Stand Your Ground laws.