Persistent rain causes flood problems along Michigan Avenue
Seminole County crews worked to clear drains and brush to reduce the flooding risk along Michigan Avenue following days of already heavy rainfall. FOX 35's Marie Edinger talked with a business owner about his flooding concerns, and talked with the county about its long-term plans to address flooding concerns in the area.
Seminole County crews worked to clear drains and brush to reduce the flooding risk along Michigan Avenue following days of already heavy rainfall. FOX 35's Marie Edinger talked with a business owner about his flooding concerns, and talked with the county about its long-term plans to address flooding concerns in the area.
1st hurricane of Atlantic season headed towards Florida
While those in the Florida Panhandle prepare for Hurricane Isaias to make landfall, volunteers in Central Florida are preparing to deploy to help if needed.
While those in the Florida Panhandle prepare for Hurricane Isaias to make landfall, volunteers in Central Florida are preparing to deploy to help if needed.
Tornado threat hits Central Florida ahead of Hurricane Isaias
Hurricane Isaias is expected to make landfall Friday night in the Florida Panhandle, potentially as a major Cat. 3 storm. Here is the latest forecast, as well as how Central Florida volunteers are prepping to help and deploy if needed.
Hurricane Isaias is expected to make landfall Friday night in the Florida Panhandle, potentially as a major Cat. 3 storm. Here is the latest forecast, as well as how Central Florida volunteers are prepping to help and deploy if needed.
Heavy rain floods Central Florida as rescue crews deploy to Panhandle ahead of Hurricane Isaias
Heavy rain flooded streets and threatened homes across parts of Central Florida on Thursday as emergency crews warned drivers to stay away from roads covered by water.
Heavy rain flooded streets and threatened homes across parts of Central Florida on Thursday as emergency crews warned drivers to stay away from roads covered by water.
NHC warns Hurricane Isaias could strengthen further as it approaches Gulf Coast
Hurricane Isaias strengthened into a Category 2 storm Thursday as it moved toward the northern Gulf Coast, where officials warned of dangerous flooding, storm surge, and damaging winds. Isaias had maximum sustained winds of 100 mph Thursday evening and could strengthen further overnight, Jamie Rhome, deputy director of NOAA’s National Hurricane Center, told FOX 35.
Hurricane Isaias strengthened into a Category 2 storm Thursday as it moved toward the northern Gulf Coast, where officials warned of dangerous flooding, storm surge, and damaging winds. Isaias had maximum sustained winds of 100 mph Thursday evening and could strengthen further overnight, Jamie Rhome, deputy director of NOAA’s National Hurricane Center, told FOX 35.
Heavy rain floods Central Florida as rescue crews deploy to Panhandle
Heavy rain flooded streets and threatened homes across parts of Central Florida on Thursday as emergency crews warned drivers to stay away from roads covered by water.
Heavy rain flooded streets and threatened homes across parts of Central Florida on Thursday as emergency crews warned drivers to stay away from roads covered by water.
Osceola Schools cut 785 jobs, $15M amid funding concerns
Osceola County Schools is asking voters to approve a property tax increase in November to prevent further budget cuts and help retain teachers. FOX 35's Matt Trezza talked with board member Teresa Castillo about the proposed millage increase and why it's been proposed.
Osceola County Schools is asking voters to approve a property tax increase in November to prevent further budget cuts and help retain teachers. FOX 35's Matt Trezza talked with board member Teresa Castillo about the proposed millage increase and why it's been proposed.
Plan to connect 417 to Orlando Sanford Airport clears another hurdle
The Central Florida Expressway Authority approved 12M for SR 452, a roadway project intended to connect 417 to Orlando Sanford International Airport.
The Central Florida Expressway Authority approved 12M for SR 452, a roadway project intended to connect 417 to Orlando Sanford International Airport.
SpaceX wants to add natural gas pipeline to Space Coast
SpaceX wants to add a 34-mile natural gas pipeline to its launch facility along the Space Coast. FOX 35's Esther Bower talks to an expert about SpaceX's proposal, and what it means for future space flights.
SpaceX wants to add a 34-mile natural gas pipeline to its launch facility along the Space Coast. FOX 35's Esther Bower talks to an expert about SpaceX's proposal, and what it means for future space flights.
Mom remembers son killed in Polk County bus crash: 'A kind soul'
DeShawn Smith was on his way to work when a chain-reaction reaction caused a Polk County school bus to hit his Jeep, killing him. FOX 35's Alexus Cleavenger talked with Tina Griffin, Smith's mom. She remembered her son as a kind soul, someone who worked hard, and her best friend.
DeShawn Smith was on his way to work when a chain-reaction reaction caused a Polk County school bus to hit his Jeep, killing him. FOX 35's Alexus Cleavenger talked with Tina Griffin, Smith's mom. She remembered her son as a kind soul, someone who worked hard, and her best friend.
'We're so broken': Family of boy killed by video display speaks out
Bellamy Dawkins-Morris, 5, died after a 120-pound video display fell on top of him at Riviera Elementary in Brevard County, officials said. FOX 35's Esther Bower talked with Miriam Rodriguez, the boy's great aunt. "He was doing so well. He just started kindergarten. He was such a happy boy. He was so happy, and he was so smart, and we’re just broken, I’m sorry. We’re just so broken."
Bellamy Dawkins-Morris, 5, died after a 120-pound video display fell on top of him at Riviera Elementary in Brevard County, officials said. FOX 35's Esther Bower talked with Miriam Rodriguez, the boy's great aunt. "He was doing so well. He just started kindergarten. He was such a happy boy. He was so happy, and he was so smart, and we’re just broken, I’m sorry. We’re just so broken."
SpaceX growth raises collision concerns as low Earth orbit gets crowded
Low Earth orbit is becoming increasingly crowded as thousands of satellites circle Earth, raising concerns about collisions and prompting calls for greater coordination among satellite operators.
Low Earth orbit is becoming increasingly crowded as thousands of satellites circle Earth, raising concerns about collisions and prompting calls for greater coordination among satellite operators.
Isaias strengthens into Category 2 hurricane, targeting northern Gulf Coast
Hurricane Isaias strengthened into a Category 2 storm Thursday as it moved toward the U.S. Gulf Coast, with Hurricane Hunters finding that maximum sustained winds had increased to 100 mph.
Hurricane Isaias strengthened into a Category 2 storm Thursday as it moved toward the U.S. Gulf Coast, with Hurricane Hunters finding that maximum sustained winds had increased to 100 mph.
Operation Cooked: 20 arrested in undercover, online predator bust
Osceola County Sheriff Christopher Blackmon held a news conference to share details on "Operation Cooked," a 5-day undercover operation that targeted adults allegedly attempting to exploit children via the internet. Officials announced the arrest of 20 men. He was joined by Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier.
Osceola County Sheriff Christopher Blackmon held a news conference to share details on "Operation Cooked," a 5-day undercover operation that targeted adults allegedly attempting to exploit children via the internet. Officials announced the arrest of 20 men. He was joined by Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier.
Watch again: Crew-12 splashes down on Earth
NASA's SpaceX Crew 12 successfully splashed down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California, following a months-long mission aboard the International Space Station.
NASA's SpaceX Crew 12 successfully splashed down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California, following a months-long mission aboard the International Space Station.
Disney Believe: What you should know about Disney's new cruise ship
Disney Believe, the newest cruise ship to join the Disney Cruise Line fleet, will set sail on its maiden voyage in December 2027.
Disney Believe, the newest cruise ship to join the Disney Cruise Line fleet, will set sail on its maiden voyage in December 2027.
NHC: Isaias strengthens into Cat. 1 hurricane, targeting northern Gulf Coast
Tropical Storm Isaias strengthened into a hurricane late Wednesday evening. With a projected track that is targeting the northern Gulf Coast, forecasters are warning of dangerous coastal flooding, damaging winds and heavy rain.
Tropical Storm Isaias strengthened into a hurricane late Wednesday evening. With a projected track that is targeting the northern Gulf Coast, forecasters are warning of dangerous coastal flooding, damaging winds and heavy rain.
Mom sues Universal after son allegedly suffers injuries on Stardust Racers
A Georgia mother is suing Universal and a ride manufacturer, alleging her 9-year-old son suffered permanent brain, spinal, and other injuries while riding Stardust Racers at Universal Epic Universe.
A Georgia mother is suing Universal and a ride manufacturer, alleging her 9-year-old son suffered permanent brain, spinal, and other injuries while riding Stardust Racers at Universal Epic Universe.
Florida woman flood proofs home with berm, pipes, pumps and portable barriers
After Hurricane Milton flooded Donna McDavid’s Edgewater home, she decided she’d had enough.
After Hurricane Milton flooded Donna McDavid’s Edgewater home, she decided she’d had enough.
Woman flood proofs home with berm, pipes, pumps
After Hurricane Milton flooded Donna McDavid’s house, she decided she’d had enough. Floodwaters had entered her home for the third time in a matter of years, and she shares it with her mother and son.
After Hurricane Milton flooded Donna McDavid’s house, she decided she’d had enough. Floodwaters had entered her home for the third time in a matter of years, and she shares it with her mother and son.