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The FOX 35 Care Force is saluting Wekiva High School Student Resource Officer George Spearman. From a freshman at Evans High School to a dedicated school resource officer, Spearman's path is a testament to the power of positive influence and the unexpected turns life can take. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz introduces us to Spearman and what makes him special.

The FOX 35 Care Force is recognizing West Orange High School Head Athletic Trainer Matt Laws. The school said Laws is dedicated to the profession, treats the athletes with the utmost care and attention, and is a model employee for how a professional should act in all situations. FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the school to share more about Laws' impact on the community.

Labor Day weekend is now here, and millions of travelers are preparing for their last getaway of the summer season. Millions are expected to travel over the weekend, setting trave records across the country. FOX 35's Matt Trezza gives us a look at what to expect in Orlando.

New signs are now up around the crosswalk in front of Pulse Nightclub. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) first painted over the rainbow crosswalk last week. Although protestors attempted to color it back in again, the paint and chalk was removed several different times. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie shows us what the scene looks like now.

Lawrence Dority, the man found guilty of killing a former Orlando Magic player in 2022, is set to be sentenced today. Dority shot and killed former NBA player Adreian Payne, who was attempting to mediate a dispute between Dority and his girlfriend. FOX 35's Matt Trezza breaks down what to expect from the sentencing hearing today.

FOX 35's Chancelor Winn has the report ahead of the reopening!

The crash happened on westbound Interstate 4 near mile marker 105, which falls between Lake Monroe and Deltona.

Astrotech Space Operations is sending three satellites to space to track solar storms, which can have an impact on Earth. FOX 35's Esther Bower got a first look at the satellites before they launched to space.

Orange County Public Schools said it's seeing a larger drop in student enrollment, based on its initial estimates. OCSO expected about 3,000 fewer students this year. Now that school is in session, OCSO said the number is closer to 6,000, which could result in a $25M funding drop.

A 20-year-old man is accused of firing his gun in the direction of three police officers who were eating dinner because he was "drunk" and wanted to "get their attention," according to the Winter Springs Police Department.

Richard Felton, 58, was arrested on charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and aggravated child abuse. He's accused of threatening a kid who was picking his sister up from the bus stop. Felton was apparently mad that the boy's car was parked in front of his house. However, it was determined that he was parked on a public street, not Felton's property.

A man and woman in their 40s were found dead inside a home on Courtney Chase Circle in Orange County. The Orange County Sheriff's Office said both have obvious signs of trauma. OCSO added that the investigation was active.