Logan Tipton's father on Ky. convict arrested in Fla.
Ronald Exantus, a convicted felon who served less than half of a 20-year prison sentence in Kentucky for the death of a child was arrested in Marion County after deputies discovered he had failed to register as a felon, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. Ronald Exantus recently moved to Florida, investigators said, and was living in a home next to an elementary school. Exantus was convicted in 2015 for the stabbing of 6-year-old Logan Tipton' sister in Versailles, Kentucky, a crime that shocked the community. He was found "not guilty by reason of insanity" in Logan's death. He received a 20-year prison sentence but was released on parole after serving less than half of it. His early release and subsequent move to Florida reignited concerns about how parolees are monitored once they leave prison and cross state lines. Drew Tipton, Logan's father, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer via Zoom to talk about Logan's life, learning Exantus was released from prison and his response to social media outrage and the word of Florida officials upon Exantus' arrest in Florida for failing to register as a felon.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Kut Kingz Barber Shop in Orlando
FOX 35 News is continuing its celebrations for Hispanic Heritage Month by this week featuring Kut Kingz Barber Shop in Orlando. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz introduces us to the owner of the shop who shares his story.
Friday Football Blitz: Lake Mary High School
On this week's segment of Friday Football Blitz, FOX 35's Jessica Dobson visits Lake Mary High School as they prepare to play against Seminole High School.
Father, son die in small plane crash in Levy County near Williston
An 11-year-old boy and his 41-year-old father were killed when their small plane crashed near Williston last weekend, authorities said.
A year after Hurricane Milton, South Daytona community still rebuilding
Thursday marked one year since Hurricane Milton slammed into Florida as a Category 3 storm, leaving behind widespread devastation and dozens dead.
'Child killer' from Kentucky arrested in Marion County after failing to register as felon, deputies say
A “child killer" who served less than half of a 20-year prison sentence in Kentucky for the death of a child was arrested in Marion County after deputies discovered he had failed to register as a felon, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
Florida lawmaker moves to lower gun purchase age as Supreme Court weighs case
Florida House Majority Leader Tyler Sirois, R-Merritt Island, has filed legislation that would lower the minimum age to purchase rifles and other long guns from 21 to 18.
Travel agent accused of $400K Florida school trip scam located in California
New details have emerged about a travel agent accused of defrauding Seabreeze High School students, teachers, and chaperones out of hundreds of thousands of dollars for a European trip that never happened.
Florida couple scammed out of $2,500 after seeking help for Amazon Alexa device
A Marion County couple claims they were scammed out of thousands of dollars after attempting to resolve a problem with their Amazon Alexa device.
Kevin Rodriguez Zavala's family again demands Epic Universe's Stardust Racers to close for investigations
The family of 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, who died after riding Epic Universe's Stardust Racers, is now demanding the roller coaster be closed after new alleged reports of restraint malfunctions on the ride.
Jonathan Rinderknecht: Palisades Fire suspect denied bond, moved to Florida 5 months ago
Jonathan Rinderknecht, the 29-year-old man charged with starting what became the deadly Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, California, was in federal court in Orlando on Thursday.
Florida congressman wants to eliminate presidential term limits after Trump's Gaza peace plan
Randy Fine, U.S. Rep. for Florida's 6th congressional district, has called for the elimination of the law that limits presidents to two terms after Israel and Hamas both agreed to the "first phase" of President Donald Trumps' Gaza peace plan.
Falling in love with Central Florida: Spotlighting Mount Dora
It's finally fall, and the Good Day Orlando team is celebrating the season by spotlighting local municipalities across Central Florida. This week, the team heads over to Mount Dora to learn more about the area's planned festivities.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Quesa Loco in Winter Park
FOX 35 News is continuing its celebrations for Hispanic Heritage Month by this week featuring Quesa Loco in Winter Park. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz introduces to the owners of the eatery who dish up Mexican street food, including birria, quesadillas and tacos.
Publix to allow open carry of guns inside Florida stores, officials say
Publix has confirmed with FOX 35 News that it will allow customers to openly carry guns in its Florida grocery stores. Here's what we know.
State rep's bill would punish colleges financially if they don't rename roads after Charlie Kirk
Florida state Rep. Kevin Steele has fielded a bill that would order institutions of higher education to rename roads after the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
A real Trooper: Abandoned dog left for dead finds new, loving home year after Hurricane Milton
One year ago, an abandoned Bull Terrier was left for dead, chained to a fence along Tampa's Interestate 75 as storm surges from Hurricane Milton rushed around the poor pup.
SpaceX prepares to launch Amazon Project Kuiper satellites on Thursday night from Florida: How to watch
SpaceX crews are gearing up to launch another set of Amazon Project Kuiper broadband satellites on Thursday night from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. Here's how you can watch and stream the event live.
Man sues St. Cloud after K-9 bite during police encounter
A lawsuit has been filed against the city of St. Cloud after a 71-year-old man, Manuel Martinez, was bitten by a police K-9 during a confrontation outside his home. New body camera footage provides additional details of the encounter, showing the K-9 attack and the aftermath.
Massive iguana wrangled by Daytona Beach police officers
Daytona Beach police officers had an unusual call this week — a massive iguana roaming through a neighborhood.



















