Royal Caribbean's 'Star of the Seas' arrives at Port Canaveral
The world?s largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean?s "Star of the Seas," arrived at Port Canaveral for the very first time Saturday morning, sailing past Jetty Park with a water cannon tugboat escort before docking at the recently renovated Cruise Terminal 1. FOX 35'S Esther Bower was there for the special moment.
The world?s largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean?s "Star of the Seas," arrived at Port Canaveral for the very first time Saturday morning, sailing past Jetty Park with a water cannon tugboat escort before docking at the recently renovated Cruise Terminal 1. FOX 35'S Esther Bower was there for the special moment.
Florida, Gulf Coast face weekend washout amid waves of tropical downpours
A round of storms is bringing soaking tropical moisture to the Gulf Coast and Florida this weekend.
A round of storms is bringing soaking tropical moisture to the Gulf Coast and Florida this weekend.
Royal Caribbean water slide panel breaks
A guest aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise captured video of frightened passengers as water poured from a damaged section of the ship?s water slide. The cruise line confirmed that one passenger was injured in the incident.
A guest aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise captured video of frightened passengers as water poured from a damaged section of the ship?s water slide. The cruise line confirmed that one passenger was injured in the incident.
Police ID suspects in 3-year-old contract killing of Ocoee father
More than three years after a father was fatally shot in front of his family, police have charged two men in connection with the contract killing. Authorities say Samuel Wright, already serving a 22-year prison sentence for drug trafficking, ordered the hit on a key police informant, Mugen Pintar, to prevent him from testifying in Wright?s trafficking case. Jamarcus Lane is accused of pulling the trigger.
More than three years after a father was fatally shot in front of his family, police have charged two men in connection with the contract killing. Authorities say Samuel Wright, already serving a 22-year prison sentence for drug trafficking, ordered the hit on a key police informant, Mugen Pintar, to prevent him from testifying in Wright?s trafficking case. Jamarcus Lane is accused of pulling the trigger.
Seminole County considers raising gas tax from 7 to 12 cents per gallon
Seminole County residents may soon pay more at the pump as county officials consider increasing the local gas tax from 7 cents to 12 cents per gallon ? a 5-cent hike that would match neighboring Volusia County?s rate.
Seminole County residents may soon pay more at the pump as county officials consider increasing the local gas tax from 7 cents to 12 cents per gallon ? a 5-cent hike that would match neighboring Volusia County?s rate.
Ormond Beach bear sightings put neighborhood on alert
Residents near Airport Road in Ormond Beach say they are on ?bear watch? after multiple sightings of a black bear roaming through yards ? and in some cases, breaking through fences.
Residents near Airport Road in Ormond Beach say they are on ?bear watch? after multiple sightings of a black bear roaming through yards ? and in some cases, breaking through fences.
?Ugly cute? Labubu toys fuel latest collectible craze
The latest toy craze sweeping through kids? wish lists and adult collectors? shelves isn?t a water bottle or a trading card ? it?s Labubus. The gremlin-like figurines, made by Pop Mart, are marketed as ?ugly cute? and known for their mischievous expressions.
The latest toy craze sweeping through kids? wish lists and adult collectors? shelves isn?t a water bottle or a trading card ? it?s Labubus. The gremlin-like figurines, made by Pop Mart, are marketed as ?ugly cute? and known for their mischievous expressions.
Orange County Animal Shelter offers $8 pet adoptions
The Orange County Animal Shelter is marking Aug. 8 ? or ?8-8? ? with a steep discount on adoption fees in hopes of finding homes for hundreds of animals.
The Orange County Animal Shelter is marking Aug. 8 ? or ?8-8? ? with a steep discount on adoption fees in hopes of finding homes for hundreds of animals.
Missing Giovanni Pelletier never came to Brevard County: Sheriff
Giovanni Pelletier, 18, has now been missing for eight days, and his family is offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to his whereabouts. Sheriff Wayne Ivey held a press conference on Friday morning to provide updates, saying that nothing from the investigation so far indicates that Pelletier ever came to Brevard County.
Giovanni Pelletier, 18, has now been missing for eight days, and his family is offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to his whereabouts. Sheriff Wayne Ivey held a press conference on Friday morning to provide updates, saying that nothing from the investigation so far indicates that Pelletier ever came to Brevard County.
?Adventures on Tap? mixes fantasy gaming, fundraising for charities
The gaming collective Adventures on Tap combines fantasy role-playing with philanthropy, hosting Dungeons & Dragons campaigns and other tabletop games to support local causes. Founded in 2021, the group has raised more than $20,000 for organizations including Second Harvest Food Bank and the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando.
The gaming collective Adventures on Tap combines fantasy role-playing with philanthropy, hosting Dungeons & Dragons campaigns and other tabletop games to support local causes. Founded in 2021, the group has raised more than $20,000 for organizations including Second Harvest Food Bank and the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando.
New Orange County unit to track, stop school threats
With the start of the school year approaching, the Orange County Sheriff?s Office is rolling out a specialized unit to investigate and prevent threats, including those targeting local schools.
With the start of the school year approaching, the Orange County Sheriff?s Office is rolling out a specialized unit to investigate and prevent threats, including those targeting local schools.
National Pickleball Day: Orlando-made app helps players connect
As pickleball continues its rapid rise in popularity, a new Orlando-made app is giving players a fresh way to celebrate National Pickleball Day. PicklePalz, created by local developer Adam Mendelson, is designed to help players across the United States and Canada find courts, track games and connect with fellow enthusiasts.
As pickleball continues its rapid rise in popularity, a new Orlando-made app is giving players a fresh way to celebrate National Pickleball Day. PicklePalz, created by local developer Adam Mendelson, is designed to help players across the United States and Canada find courts, track games and connect with fellow enthusiasts.
Apopka opens new fire station to meet growth expectations
After eight years in temporary quarters, Apopka firefighters have a permanent home with the opening of Fire Station 6.
After eight years in temporary quarters, Apopka firefighters have a permanent home with the opening of Fire Station 6.
Florida GOP leadership pushing to redraw congressional maps
Florida?s House speaker is joining Gov. Ron DeSantis in supporting a mid-decade review of the state?s congressional districts, a move that could spark a legal battle over the state?s constitutional ban on partisan gerrymandering.
Florida?s House speaker is joining Gov. Ron DeSantis in supporting a mid-decade review of the state?s congressional districts, a move that could spark a legal battle over the state?s constitutional ban on partisan gerrymandering.
Motorcyclist arrested under Florida's 'super speeder' law
A Volusia County man was arrested on Thursday after deputies say he was caught traveling more than 120 mph in a 70 mph zone.
A Volusia County man was arrested on Thursday after deputies say he was caught traveling more than 120 mph in a 70 mph zone.
Orlando to be audited by Florida DOGE
The City of Orlando is next on the list of local municipalities being audited by Florida DOGE after direction from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
The City of Orlando is next on the list of local municipalities being audited by Florida DOGE after direction from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
FDLE Orlando arrests undocumented immigrant, wanted 'felon and fugitive': officials
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Orlando recently assisted in arresting an undocumented immigrant who officials say is a wanted “aggravated felon and fugitive."
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Orlando recently assisted in arresting an undocumented immigrant who officials say is a wanted “aggravated felon and fugitive."
Pricey flood prevention project in Sanford fails
Forecast rain this weekend has some Seminole County residents bracing for more flooding, just days after downtown Sanford streets were inundated despite a costly project meant to prevent it. Video taken earlier this week shows water rushing along First Street in waves during what officials described as a normal downpour.
Forecast rain this weekend has some Seminole County residents bracing for more flooding, just days after downtown Sanford streets were inundated despite a costly project meant to prevent it. Video taken earlier this week shows water rushing along First Street in waves during what officials described as a normal downpour.
Viral racist TikTok video linked to hazmat scare in Orange County
A viral TikTok video showing a Hunters Creek couple allegedly hurling racist slurs at a solar panel salesman is now being linked to a hazmat investigation at their home. The Orange County Sheriff's Office confirmed is investigating.
A viral TikTok video showing a Hunters Creek couple allegedly hurling racist slurs at a solar panel salesman is now being linked to a hazmat investigation at their home. The Orange County Sheriff's Office confirmed is investigating.
Florida man arrested after allegedly stabbing wife in face and neck while sleeping
A Florida man was arrested on Thursday after he allegedly attacked his wife with half of a pair of scissors, stabbing her in the face and neck, before then turning the scissors on himself.
A Florida man was arrested on Thursday after he allegedly attacked his wife with half of a pair of scissors, stabbing her in the face and neck, before then turning the scissors on himself.