Officials step up beach safety efforts ahead of Fourth of July
Public safety officials are increasing patrols and urging caution as large crowds head to Volusia County beaches for the Fourth of July weekend, with dangerous weather and beach conditions expected.
Public safety officials are increasing patrols and urging caution as large crowds head to Volusia County beaches for the Fourth of July weekend, with dangerous weather and beach conditions expected.
Dad of woman killed in alligator attack calls for safety changes
The father of a 31-year-old woman who was killed in an alligator attack in Seminole County is urging state officials to improve safety measures at the park where the incident occurred.
The father of a 31-year-old woman who was killed in an alligator attack in Seminole County is urging state officials to improve safety measures at the park where the incident occurred.
911 call, deputy body cam released in Florida alligator attack: 'She needs help'
Following a deadly alligator attack on 31-year-old Brittany Clark at the Little Big Econ State Forest, officials released 911 audio and body camera footage showing her friends and a deputy rushing to save her life.
Following a deadly alligator attack on 31-year-old Brittany Clark at the Little Big Econ State Forest, officials released 911 audio and body camera footage showing her friends and a deputy rushing to save her life.
Seminole County deputy responds to deadly alligator attack | Body Cam
Released body camera footage shows a Seminole County deputy respond to a deadly alligator attack in the Little Big Econ State Forest on June 28. The victim, Brittany Clark, 31, died after being transported to the hospital as a trauma alert.
Released body camera footage shows a Seminole County deputy respond to a deadly alligator attack in the Little Big Econ State Forest on June 28. The victim, Brittany Clark, 31, died after being transported to the hospital as a trauma alert.
Video: Small fire sparks at Disney World's 'it's a small world' after portable charger ignites
Guests were briefly evacuated from the typically calm and peaceful "it's a small world" ride at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom on Wednesday, July 1, after a small fire sparked within one of the ride's boats, according to a witness.
Guests were briefly evacuated from the typically calm and peaceful "it's a small world" ride at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom on Wednesday, July 1, after a small fire sparked within one of the ride's boats, according to a witness.
Guest's personal charger ignites at Disney's 'it's a small world'
There was a small fire at Disney's "It's a small world ride" after a guest's portable charge caught fire near the entrance. FOX 35 has learned that Disney Cast Members quickly grabbed a fire extinguisher and put the fire out. No one was hurt, officials said.
There was a small fire at Disney's "It's a small world ride" after a guest's portable charge caught fire near the entrance. FOX 35 has learned that Disney Cast Members quickly grabbed a fire extinguisher and put the fire out. No one was hurt, officials said.
Florida issues 1st Spectrum Alert: What is it? How to sign up?
Florida has officially launched and issued its first-ever "Spectrum Alert," which is used to mobilize communities to search for missing children with autism. Here's how the system works and how to sign up for alerts.
Florida has officially launched and issued its first-ever "Spectrum Alert," which is used to mobilize communities to search for missing children with autism. Here's how the system works and how to sign up for alerts.
Spectrum Alerts for missing kids with autism goes into effect July 1
The FDLE launched the "Florida Spectrum Alert" on July 1, a new emergency alert tool to quickly mobilize the community in locating and rescuing missing children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
The FDLE launched the "Florida Spectrum Alert" on July 1, a new emergency alert tool to quickly mobilize the community in locating and rescuing missing children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Friend of Florida woman attacked, killed by alligator: She was a bright light
There is new heartbreak for the loved ones of a Florida woman killed in an alligator attack. Not only are they grieving her sudden loss, but they are also now facing cruel comments online.
There is new heartbreak for the loved ones of a Florida woman killed in an alligator attack. Not only are they grieving her sudden loss, but they are also now facing cruel comments online.
Friend remembers woman killed in alligator attack as family mourns
The childhood best friend of a woman killed in an alligator attack in Central Florida is asking the public to remember her for the life she lived rather than the way she died.
The childhood best friend of a woman killed in an alligator attack in Central Florida is asking the public to remember her for the life she lived rather than the way she died.
Florida issues first Spectrum Alert for missing teen with autism
Florida authorities have issued the state's first Spectrum Alert for a missing 17-year-old with autism after the new emergency notification system took effect Tuesday.
Florida authorities have issued the state's first Spectrum Alert for a missing 17-year-old with autism after the new emergency notification system took effect Tuesday.
Border Patrol agent charged after alleged shootout in Orlando
A U.S. Customs and Border Protection agent from New York has been charged with attempted murder after investigators said he and his wife confronted a woman with whom he had previously had an affair, leading to a shootout with an Orlando community service officer.
A U.S. Customs and Border Protection agent from New York has been charged with attempted murder after investigators said he and his wife confronted a woman with whom he had previously had an affair, leading to a shootout with an Orlando community service officer.
First-ever Florida Spectrum Alert issued: 17-year-old boy found safe, chief says
A missing 17-year-old boy with autism has been found safe in DeLand, according to Holly Hill Police Chief Bryon Williams.
A missing 17-year-old boy with autism has been found safe in DeLand, according to Holly Hill Police Chief Bryon Williams.
Vets urge owners to protect animals from extreme summer heat
Veterinarians are urging pet owners to take extra precautions as high summer temperatures increase the risk of heat-related illness in dogs and cats.
Veterinarians are urging pet owners to take extra precautions as high summer temperatures increase the risk of heat-related illness in dogs and cats.
Florida AG accuses State Attorney Worrell of lenient plea deals
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is accusing Orange and Osceola State Attorney Monique Worrell of being too lenient in prosecuting violent offenders, citing several plea agreements involving murder and child exploitation cases.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is accusing Orange and Osceola State Attorney Monique Worrell of being too lenient in prosecuting violent offenders, citing several plea agreements involving murder and child exploitation cases.
Woman killed in Lake Mary hit-and-run; driver faces homicide charge
A woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash Tuesday night in Lake Mary, and the driver accused of fleeing the scene faces multiple felony charges, police said.
A woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash Tuesday night in Lake Mary, and the driver accused of fleeing the scene faces multiple felony charges, police said.
AI helps labs along the Space Coast speed up results, experts say
Artificial Intelligence is transforming routine lab work analysis for patients. Labs along the Space Coast are able to expedite the processing of more than nine million vials a year by using AI as a tool in the clinical laboratory.
Artificial Intelligence is transforming routine lab work analysis for patients. Labs along the Space Coast are able to expedite the processing of more than nine million vials a year by using AI as a tool in the clinical laboratory.
AI transforms medical lab results on the Space Coast: Experts weigh in
Health First labs on the Space Coast are integrating artificial intelligence, seeing the process of results being expedited.
Health First labs on the Space Coast are integrating artificial intelligence, seeing the process of results being expedited.
Orlando loses huge convention to Las Vegas
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is moving its annual International Builders' Show from Orlando to Las Vegas. The massive convention has been held in Orlando for several years. The new contract takes the show to Vegas through at least 2039 – 13 years.
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is moving its annual International Builders' Show from Orlando to Las Vegas. The massive convention has been held in Orlando for several years. The new contract takes the show to Vegas through at least 2039 – 13 years.
Paramedic pulls people from burning car after crash
Rosalee Rositer, a firefighter/paramedic with New Smyrna Beach Fire Rescue, was on her way home when she saw another driver leave the roadway and crash into the woods off the highway. Moments later, the vehicle caught fire. She and others rushed in to help pull the couple from the vehicle.
Rosalee Rositer, a firefighter/paramedic with New Smyrna Beach Fire Rescue, was on her way home when she saw another driver leave the roadway and crash into the woods off the highway. Moments later, the vehicle caught fire. She and others rushed in to help pull the couple from the vehicle.