VIDEO: Florida teens drive lawn mower into Target for social media stunt
The Ocala Police Department arrested two teens after they filmed reckless social media stunts that caused damage and raised safety concerns at a Target on Saturday. Authorities say 18-year-old Janek Szkaradek drove a lawnmower through a Target store on SW College Road, damaging a door, while 18-year-old Luke Charske recorded the incident. The night before, Szkaradek also used a leaf blower inside a nearby Culver’s restaurant.
The Ocala Police Department arrested two teens after they filmed reckless social media stunts that caused damage and raised safety concerns at a Target on Saturday. Authorities say 18-year-old Janek Szkaradek drove a lawnmower through a Target store on SW College Road, damaging a door, while 18-year-old Luke Charske recorded the incident. The night before, Szkaradek also used a leaf blower inside a nearby Culver’s restaurant.
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.
Standoff ends in Winter Park, suspect surrenders
Standoff ends at Lake Killarney Condos in Winter Park; Suspect surrenders.
Standoff ends at Lake Killarney Condos in Winter Park; Suspect surrenders.
VIDEO: Truck runs over 250K Lamborghini in parking lot
What would you do? A Florida man was behind the wheel of his $250,000 Lamborghini Huracan headed to the gym when a pickup truck drove on top of the it. It happened in the parking lot of a shopping center in Lake Nona. FOX 35's Chris Lindsay talked to the owner of the Lamborghini. He said he had got the vehicle recently and hadn't driven it much. Photos showed the windshield shattered and significant scratches on the hood. The car is in the shop awaiting repairs.
What would you do? A Florida man was behind the wheel of his $250,000 Lamborghini Huracan headed to the gym when a pickup truck drove on top of the it. It happened in the parking lot of a shopping center in Lake Nona. FOX 35's Chris Lindsay talked to the owner of the Lamborghini. He said he had got the vehicle recently and hadn't driven it much. Photos showed the windshield shattered and significant scratches on the hood. The car is in the shop awaiting repairs.
Lawsuit: Daytona Beach Spring Break takeovers cost taxpayers $800,000
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood has partnered with a law firm to file civil lawsuits against alleged two social media promoters, who promoted unsanctioned, unpermitted "takeover" events over Spring Break in Daytona Beach. According to the lawsuit, it cost taxpayers more than $800,000 as law enforcement had to bring in extra resources to handle the crowds, the sheriff said.
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood has partnered with a law firm to file civil lawsuits against alleged two social media promoters, who promoted unsanctioned, unpermitted "takeover" events over Spring Break in Daytona Beach. According to the lawsuit, it cost taxpayers more than $800,000 as law enforcement had to bring in extra resources to handle the crowds, the sheriff said.
No charges in Pulse crosswalk chalk protests
State Attorney Monique Worrell said her office would not prosecute those arrested for allegedly defacing the Pulse memorial crosswalk with rainbow chalk. She said there is no way to prove damage since chalk is designed to wash away. The state painted over several crosswalks, following federal guidance, that sought to eliminate any perceived social or political messaging from public roadways and streets. Worrell cautioned that dropping the charges in these specific cases should not encourage people to deface other crosswalks.
State Attorney Monique Worrell said her office would not prosecute those arrested for allegedly defacing the Pulse memorial crosswalk with rainbow chalk. She said there is no way to prove damage since chalk is designed to wash away. The state painted over several crosswalks, following federal guidance, that sought to eliminate any perceived social or political messaging from public roadways and streets. Worrell cautioned that dropping the charges in these specific cases should not encourage people to deface other crosswalks.
Florida mom accused of abandoning child for days, weeks
A Florida mom has been arrested under suspicion of child neglect after allegedly abandoning her child alone at home, which was dirty, covered in animal waste, and with aggressive dogs. Ashley Burdick, 31, faces a felony charge of child neglect. The Brevard County Sheriff's Office said neighbors contacted 911 after becoming concerned. The child said he couldn't open the door due to the dogs and instead talked to them through a bathroom window, according to the arrest report. The child told him that he was once left alone for two weeks and ran out of food, the report said.
A Florida mom has been arrested under suspicion of child neglect after allegedly abandoning her child alone at home, which was dirty, covered in animal waste, and with aggressive dogs. Ashley Burdick, 31, faces a felony charge of child neglect. The Brevard County Sheriff's Office said neighbors contacted 911 after becoming concerned. The child said he couldn't open the door due to the dogs and instead talked to them through a bathroom window, according to the arrest report. The child told him that he was once left alone for two weeks and ran out of food, the report said.
Sloth World owner declares bankruptcy, no plans to open
The owner of Sloth World filed for bankruptcy and there are now no plans to open the attraction after more than 30 sloths died ahead of the planned opening. 13 of the surviving sloths were taken to the Central Florida Zoo.
The owner of Sloth World filed for bankruptcy and there are now no plans to open the attraction after more than 30 sloths died ahead of the planned opening. 13 of the surviving sloths were taken to the Central Florida Zoo.
13 sloths tied to Sloth World removed from warehouse
FOX 35's Hannah MacKenzie and Marie Edinger joins John Brown and LuAnne Sorrell to break down the latest details into the investigation of Sloth World, where more than 30 sloths died in a warehouse ahead of the attraction's intended opening. 13 of the sloths were removed from the warehouse and are on their way to the Central Florida Zoo.
FOX 35's Hannah MacKenzie and Marie Edinger joins John Brown and LuAnne Sorrell to break down the latest details into the investigation of Sloth World, where more than 30 sloths died in a warehouse ahead of the attraction's intended opening. 13 of the sloths were removed from the warehouse and are on their way to the Central Florida Zoo.
'I'm not OK with this': Woman wants refund from Sloth World
Lindsey Courtney said she was excited for Sloth World Orlando to open. So, she purchased two pre-sale tickets in January. Sloth World was expected to open in March, but that has not happened. And now, questions are being raised after 31 sloths under their care died between Dec. 2024 and Feb. 2025, according to an August 2025 FWC incident report. FOX 35 also found out that the building where the animals were allegedly stored was permitted to store vehicles, not animals. Lindsey said she now wants a refund -- and requested one, but has not heard back.
Lindsey Courtney said she was excited for Sloth World Orlando to open. So, she purchased two pre-sale tickets in January. Sloth World was expected to open in March, but that has not happened. And now, questions are being raised after 31 sloths under their care died between Dec. 2024 and Feb. 2025, according to an August 2025 FWC incident report. FOX 35 also found out that the building where the animals were allegedly stored was permitted to store vehicles, not animals. Lindsey said she now wants a refund -- and requested one, but has not heard back.
Deputies arrest driver of pickup truck traveling on just 3 wheels after chase on I-4
Authorities in Volusia County arrested a 47-year-old man accused of driving a damaged pickup truck along Interstate 4, striking vehicles and guardrails before crashing at a construction site.
Authorities in Volusia County arrested a 47-year-old man accused of driving a damaged pickup truck along Interstate 4, striking vehicles and guardrails before crashing at a construction site.
Sheriff releases video from body camera credited with deflecting bullet, saving Florida deputy's life
Newly released video shows a Volusia County deputy’s body camera stopping a bullet during a shooting, an impact authorities say likely saved his life.
Newly released video shows a Volusia County deputy’s body camera stopping a bullet during a shooting, an impact authorities say likely saved his life.
Ormond Beach woman remains hospitalized weeks after being run over on beach, son says
A woman who was sunbathing on the sand in Ormond Beach last month when she was struck by a pickup truck remains hospitalized nearly six weeks later, according to her family.
A woman who was sunbathing on the sand in Ormond Beach last month when she was struck by a pickup truck remains hospitalized nearly six weeks later, according to her family.
Hotel employee found dead under industrial dryer in Orlando tourist district
Authorities are investigating the death of a hotel employee who was found trapped beneath an industrial dryer at a Hilton property near Orlando’s tourist district.
Authorities are investigating the death of a hotel employee who was found trapped beneath an industrial dryer at a Hilton property near Orlando’s tourist district.
Winter Garden votes to reopen the historic Garden Theatre
City leaders in Winter Garden voted to reopen the historic Garden Theatre, which has been closed since 2024.
City leaders in Winter Garden voted to reopen the historic Garden Theatre, which has been closed since 2024.
Oviedo volleyball team says Hawaii trip still on
An Oviedo High School volleyball team will be allowed to travel to Hawaii for a national tournament after school officials reversed an earlier decision that had denied the trip.
An Oviedo High School volleyball team will be allowed to travel to Hawaii for a national tournament after school officials reversed an earlier decision that had denied the trip.
Woman remains hospitalized weeks after being run over on beach
A woman who was sitting on the sand in Ormond Beach last month when she was struck by a pickup truck remains hospitalized nearly six weeks later, according to her family.
A woman who was sitting on the sand in Ormond Beach last month when she was struck by a pickup truck remains hospitalized nearly six weeks later, according to her family.
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.
Winter Park approves first step for teacher housing project
Winter Park commissioners have approved the first reading of a measure that would allow Orange County Public Schools to build housing for educators on district-owned land in the city, part of an effort to address rising housing costs for school employees.
Winter Park commissioners have approved the first reading of a measure that would allow Orange County Public Schools to build housing for educators on district-owned land in the city, part of an effort to address rising housing costs for school employees.
Sloth facility lacked proper permits after deaths of 31 animals: Officials
Orange County inspectors say a warehouse linked to a planned Orlando attraction should never have housed live animals following the deaths of 31 sloths earlier this year.
Orange County inspectors say a warehouse linked to a planned Orlando attraction should never have housed live animals following the deaths of 31 sloths earlier this year.