Fourth of July travel safety reminders
Before the Fourth of July fireworks fly, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is talking safety. The long is expected to generate record levels of travel. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish speaks with Garrett Popovich, an FDOT road ranger,, who shares some travel safety reminders.
Majesty Building, nicknamed ‘I-4 Eyesore,’ may soon open after 20-year delay
A 20-story structure that’s loomed unfinished over Interstate 4 for more than two decades — nicknamed the “I-4 Eyesore" — may finally be opening its doors.
Seminole County property tax hike
Seminole County is experiencing its first property tax hike in several years. J.R. Kroll, the Seminole County tax collector, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the changes.
FOX 35 Care Force: Seminole County deputy revives child
This week, the FOX 35 Care Force is honoring the heroic work of a Seminole County deputy who sprang into action to revive a toddler who had fallen into a family pool and drowned. Deputy Gibran Bakhshi said he was in the right place at the right time to receive the urgent 911 call, and the young girl is expected to make a full recovery.
Matt Morgan coming out of retirement for charity event
Matt Morgan, Longwood city commissioner and former WWE wrestler, is coming out of retirement for a charity event. The "Grapple for Good" event is taking place on Wednesday, June 18, at Tuffy's Music Box in Sanford. The event is to benefit "Hollerbach’s Has Heart," which supports local causes and giving back to the Seminole County community through compassion, kindness and action
2 hospitalized after mobile home fire
A mobile home caught fire on Saturday morning in Geneva. Two people were taken to the hospital. The investigation is still active and ongoing.
Kids making crafts for Father's Day in Lake Mary
Children at the Ladybird Academy of Lake Mary started Friday off by making some beautiful crafts for their dads ahead of Father's Day. FOX 35's Marley Capper speaks with some of the children about their love for their fathers.
1 killed, 3 hurt in Seminole County multi-car crash
Six people were involved in a deadly three-car fiery crash that took place Saturday morning in Seminole County, officials say. State Road 46 was closed in both directions at Osceola Road for several hours after the crash. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is assisting in the investigation.
Neighbor saves woman's Sanford home from fire
A group of Sanford neighbors rushed to the rescue of a widow and her cat after her home broke out in a raging fire on Friday. Authorities said there were no injuries in the fire. It is currently unclear how the fire started.
Seminole County deputy suspended after failure to act
A Seminole County deputy has been suspended for failing to act immediately after a staff member at Milwee Middle School noticed a former student with a gun while standing outside a fence during a student release.
Otter bites person at Wekiva Island; FWC searching for animal
A person was bitten by an otter at Wekiva Island on May 29, prompting a response from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), officials said.
Is lightning damage covered by insurance? Strike sparks fire that destroys Seminole County home
A home in Seminole County was destroyed after it was struck by lightning late Monday night, sparking a massive fire that left the structure with its roof collapsed and neighbors shaken.
Several students fall ill during middle school dance
Questions are swirling after an eighth grader was transported to the hospital after several students fell ill during a middle school dance in Seminole County. The incident happened Friday night at the Teague Middle School dance, which was held at the Hilton hotel in Altamonte Springs.
2 prescribed burns happening in Central Florida area
There are currently two prescribed burns happening in the Central Florida area. In Seminole County, 325 acres are being burned, while in Lake County, 200 acres are being burned.
Local players earn college flag football scholarships
Six Seminole High School girls flag football team members recently received scholarships to play in college. The girls who received scholarships are: Mikazia Carmenatty, Justyce Knight, Aaliyah Bailey, Nakyla Simms, Shyla Fideum and Gianna Diaz. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish talks to the girls, as well as their coach, about the impact of the scholarships.
Layla Bennett shooting: Sanford PD release new video
Sanford Police are looking for at least four people suspected in a drive-by shooting in April 29, 2024, that injured Layla Bennett. The shooting happened while Layla was outside her home on Scott Drive.
Oviedo Aquatic Center officially opens for the summer
The Oviedo Aquatic Center has officially opened for the summer. The city is kicking things off with a free water safety event featuring local vendors, swim lessons, information on joining the swim team and more.
Central Florida company developing sustainable, U.S.-sourced batteries
As reports of lithium-ion batteries overheating and catching fire continue to make headlines, a Central Florida company says it may have found a sustainable solution.
Longwood Police buy woman a new walker
In this segment of FOX 35 CareForce, we highlight Cpl. Pugh and Ofc. Camejo of the Longwood Police Department, who bought a brand-new walker for a local resident after hers went missing.
Florida woman uses bag of cookies to escape bear attack near home
A Florida woman and her little dog were charged by a bear while out for a walk in Sanford. With no time to think, Kristen Savage used a bag of cookies to save their lives.