Repairs stalled after crane falls on Merritt Island home
After a crane fell on a Merritt Island home two months ago, James and Amanda Crane are still dealing with the damage as they say the insurance company hasn't given them enough money to start construction repairs. Now, the couple is living in a rental and waiting for guidance to fix their home.
Orlando Air Dot Show cancelled, U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds pull out
The Orlando Air Dot show was cancelled due to the ongoing government shutdown, its website stated, after the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds were likely to not perform.
Python No More: DeSantis talks funding for Everglades python removal
Ongoing action against predator pythons continues in Florida's Everglades as Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke on the 2025 Florida Python Challenge, funding toward python removal and Everglades restoration plans.
NASA threatens to pull SpaceX's Artemis III contract, re-open competition
Transportation Secretary and acting NASA administrator Sean Duffy says SpaceX is falling behind on Artemis III, so they could lose a contract.
Former Osceola County Sheriff Lopez speedy trial waved
Former Osceola County Sheriff Lopez, who's accused of being part of an illegal gambling ring, filed documents waving his right to a speedy trial. His attorney wants the November trial date pushed back.
How Government Shutdown affects Sanford's airshow
The U.S. Airforce Thunderbirds pulled out of air shows in California, Georgia and Mississippi due to the government shutdown, which mandates that military can't participate in the airshow. Will Sanford cancel the show or conduct festivities without the Thunderbirds?
Jacoby Tillman at bond hearing: 'I didn't do it' | FULL
A judge revoked bond for Jacoby Tillman, the man accused of attacking a woman on the Little Econ Trail. Tillman was arrested and then granted bond by another judge, which sparked surprise and outrage. Prosecutors filed a motion to revoke bond after Tillman allegedly posted a video on social media about the case. Another judge granted the state's motion and revoked his bond. Tillman was immediately placed in handcuffs. Tillman then addressed the judge briefly in court before being quieted by his defense attorney.
Florida bill would bring cursive writing back to schools
A new bill in the Florida House of Representatives (HB 127) proposes teaching cursive to students in grades 2–5.
Mom not charged with neglect after girl falls 50 feet overboard Disney Dream
Prosecutors say the mom of a 5-year-old girl who fell overboard the Disney Dream in June had a "momentary lapse in proper judgement." Here's a timeline of what happened that day.
Jacoby Tillman update: Motion to revoke bond filed
Jacoby Tillman, accused of grabbing a girl on an Orange County trail, made bond, but now got turned in on Oct. 9 for allegedly threatening a witness who turned him in on social media. Florida state prosecutors want Tillman's bond revoked.
Mims residents demand fixes for constant flooding issues
Tired residents think its "absurd" that drains aren't being fixed after multiple storms flood their areas and won't drain. FOX 35's Esther Bower reported that residents ask for the area to be "de-mucked" to allow for more water to flow. Brevard County Commissioner Katie Delaney wants engineers to study flooding in an area before a rezoning goes through, Bower reported.
Driver's joyride destroys Florida golf course green
Over $161,000 in damages were done to the Venetian Bay Golf Club in New Smyrna Beach as footage shows a pick up driver doing donuts in the second hole putting green around 3:30 a.m., Oct. 20. Now, the golf course is hoping the grass won't go dormant as winter kicks in, potentially pushing back the restoration to April 2026, FOX 35's Marie Edinger reported.
Attempted kidnapping suspect wanted in Osceola County: officials
Officials with the Osceola County Sheriff's Office are seeking the public's assistance in finding a suspect after an attempted kidnapping early Saturday morning, according to deputies. Deputies were called out to the area of E. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway around 4 a.m. after the victim said she was walking in the area toward the intersection of Cross Prairie Parkway when a man in a silver SUV stopped in front of her. The victim entered the vehicle believing the man to be an Uber driver, according to officials. Deputies said while driving on Cross Prairie Parkway, the victim demanded to be let out after the man began making sexual comments.
Lake County officials raise concerns over landfill expansion near sensitive water feature
The City of Mount Dora is home to an extremely unique water feature called the Wolf Branch Sink, which has a direct path to the aquifer. Right next to it is a landfill that officials in Lake County fear could pollute the water.
Roblox facing several Central Florida lawsuits questioning the company's safety features
Roblox is a free gaming app you can download onto a phone, tablet, computer, or gaming console and encourages users to interact with one another. Now, there are three lawsuits from Central Florida filed recently, all claiming the interaction is often predatory and criminal.
New I-4 express lanes, 'air taxi' testing facility part of latest transportation initiatives
A set of major infrastructure initiatives aimed at reducing traffic congestion along parts of Interstate 4 were unveiled on Friday.
Orange County security guards save man from burning car
Now hailed as heroes by Orange County government officials, two orange county security guards saved a man who crashed his car into the Northwest Water Reclamation Facility in Apopka. The security guards acted quickly as one pulled the driver from his burning car and the second guard called first responders.
Meet 'Billie': Doh found tied to pole in Winter Sperings
A family in Winter Springs tried to get last-second tickets to see Billie Eilish in Orlando. That didn't work out, but they think it was meant to be. On their way home, ticketless, they pulled into their neighborhood and found a dog tied to a pole. They're now trying to find the dog her forever home. "She is the sweetest dog ever. Everyone who comes up, like our friends have been coming over and seeing her and she's so lovable and just the sweet dog ever," the daughter said.
Sanford Oktoberfest: What to expect this weekend
Hollerbach's German Restaurant kicks off its 21st Octoberfest. This two-day event offers food, drinks and entertainment Oct. 17-18.
Palm Bay Councilman sues city over Council's censure
Palm Bay councilman Chandler Langevin says his comments made about immigrants fall under free speech. Following the decision in an Oct. 16 meeting to censure Langevin's vote, he's now suing under his first amendment rights. However, some say the lawsuit is a plan to pull money from the city.