Is a pilot dog beach program staying in Satellite Beach? Turtle advocates stand against
A heated debate is surfacing on the Space Coast as Satellite Beach officials prepare to vote on whether to make dog-friendly beaches a permanent fixture. While pet owners are pushing for more coastal freedom, environmental advocates warn that the expansion could be a recipe for disaster for Florida’s rarest sea turtles.
A heated debate is surfacing on the Space Coast as Satellite Beach officials prepare to vote on whether to make dog-friendly beaches a permanent fixture. While pet owners are pushing for more coastal freedom, environmental advocates warn that the expansion could be a recipe for disaster for Florida’s rarest sea turtles.
No bond for arson suspect of Buddhist temple fire
A place of worship, a Buddhist temple in Sanford, was destroyed as footage captured Singhasouk "Danny" Phanouvong, 51 tossing the temple and setting it on fire. The temple's attorney said the suspect is known to the temple.
A place of worship, a Buddhist temple in Sanford, was destroyed as footage captured Singhasouk "Danny" Phanouvong, 51 tossing the temple and setting it on fire. The temple's attorney said the suspect is known to the temple.
Teachers, support staff get in free at WonderWorks Orlando in May
WonderWorks Orlando, the attraction with the upside-down looking building, has a special ticket deal for teachers this month.
WonderWorks Orlando, the attraction with the upside-down looking building, has a special ticket deal for teachers this month.
Man arrested for setting fire to Sanford temple, high-speed chase, officials say
A man is in custody after officials said he set a Sanford Buddhist temple on fire before leading them on a high-speed chase that spanned several counties.
A man is in custody after officials said he set a Sanford Buddhist temple on fire before leading them on a high-speed chase that spanned several counties.
Spirit airlines shutting down operations
Spirit airlines shutting down operations, all flights cancelled
Spirit airlines shutting down operations, all flights cancelled
Trump: U.S. to provide GLP-1 drugs for Medicare patients
President Donald Trump: U.S. to provide GLP-1 drugs for Medicare patients
President Donald Trump: U.S. to provide GLP-1 drugs for Medicare patients
President Donald Trump in The Villages | Full speech
President Donald Trump delivered a 90-minute speech in The Villages on Friday, May 1. He talked about a number of topics, including taxes and social security, gas prices, Iran, the upcoming midterm elections, and the recently announced TrumpIRA retirement account program.
President Donald Trump delivered a 90-minute speech in The Villages on Friday, May 1. He talked about a number of topics, including taxes and social security, gas prices, Iran, the upcoming midterm elections, and the recently announced TrumpIRA retirement account program.
Beach safety battle underway over lifesaving rings
A courtroom battle is now underway regarding lifesaving beach rings after two people drowned in Cocoa Beach. The flotation devices are at center of a heated ownership dispute between the Rotary Club of Cocoa Beach and company "Drown Zero."
A courtroom battle is now underway regarding lifesaving beach rings after two people drowned in Cocoa Beach. The flotation devices are at center of a heated ownership dispute between the Rotary Club of Cocoa Beach and company "Drown Zero."
Rebuilding Brevard County's shoreline: Could this increase rip currents?
Crews are working to rebuild Brevard County's shoreline in a beach renourishment project. However, some research points to shifts in the surf’s natural flow when new sand is put in. Project sponsors of renourishment argue there are other factors at play, and they don’t see a direct link.
Crews are working to rebuild Brevard County's shoreline in a beach renourishment project. However, some research points to shifts in the surf’s natural flow when new sand is put in. Project sponsors of renourishment argue there are other factors at play, and they don’t see a direct link.
Florida AG opens criminal investigation into 'Sloth World' after over 50 dead
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said his office is assisting the Ninth Circuit with its "ongoing criminal investigation" into Sloth World Orlando. Uthmeier issued a letter in response to state Rep. Anna Eskamani's request for an investigation. "We will ensure accountability wherever the evidence requires."
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said his office is assisting the Ninth Circuit with its "ongoing criminal investigation" into Sloth World Orlando. Uthmeier issued a letter in response to state Rep. Anna Eskamani's request for an investigation. "We will ensure accountability wherever the evidence requires."
Sen. Ashley Moody at Trump event | Full speech
Florida Sen. Ashley Moody talks to crowds in The Villages ahead of President Donald Trump's planned remarks.
Florida Sen. Ashley Moody talks to crowds in The Villages ahead of President Donald Trump's planned remarks.
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson | Full speech
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson delivered remarks ahead of President Donald Trump's speech in The Villages, Florida.
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson delivered remarks ahead of President Donald Trump's speech in The Villages, Florida.
Evacuations lifted after third consecutive brush fire at The Compound
Palm Bay residents are bearing their frustrations after asked to leave their homes on April 30 out of caution when a brush fire threatened nearby homes. The fire comes after the area caught fire twice earlier in the week.
Palm Bay residents are bearing their frustrations after asked to leave their homes on April 30 out of caution when a brush fire threatened nearby homes. The fire comes after the area caught fire twice earlier in the week.
Armed carjacker under the influence during incident: Arrest report
James Yawn was said to be traveling at a high speed, weaving in and out of moderate traffic and driving aggressively without regard to the safety of others in the road, a Florida Highway Patrol report said. Yawn was described as having very red, watery glossy bloodshot eyes and white crust in the corners of his mouth, troopers said. He also showed indicators of being under the influence of cannabis, FHP said.
James Yawn was said to be traveling at a high speed, weaving in and out of moderate traffic and driving aggressively without regard to the safety of others in the road, a Florida Highway Patrol report said. Yawn was described as having very red, watery glossy bloodshot eyes and white crust in the corners of his mouth, troopers said. He also showed indicators of being under the influence of cannabis, FHP said.
Palm Bay Fire update on fires at 'The Compound'
John Ringleb, assistant fire chief with the City of Palm Bay, said another fire sparked Thursday within "The Compound." Officials have gotten a handle on the latest fire.
John Ringleb, assistant fire chief with the City of Palm Bay, said another fire sparked Thursday within "The Compound." Officials have gotten a handle on the latest fire.
Rape survivor demands accountability: 'You deserve to be safe in your home'
"You deserve to be safe in your home." A Florida woman is demanding change, accountability, and safety improvements after she said she was watched, attacked, and raped inside her apartment in Merritt Island. She claims her reports of unsecured doors and locks at her apartment complex were ignored, which allowed the alleged suspect to walk in and attack her. She and her attorney said Thursday they're planning to file a lawsuit against the apartment complex. FOX 35 is not naming the woman or showing her face. When reached by FOX 35, the apartment complex had no comment on the allegations or the alleged lawsuit.
"You deserve to be safe in your home." A Florida woman is demanding change, accountability, and safety improvements after she said she was watched, attacked, and raped inside her apartment in Merritt Island. She claims her reports of unsecured doors and locks at her apartment complex were ignored, which allowed the alleged suspect to walk in and attack her. She and her attorney said Thursday they're planning to file a lawsuit against the apartment complex. FOX 35 is not naming the woman or showing her face. When reached by FOX 35, the apartment complex had no comment on the allegations or the alleged lawsuit.
FSU's Ethan Pritchard honored with Doc Fauls Rise Above Adversity Award
Florida State University freshman and football athlete Ethan Pritchard was awarded with "The Doc Fauls Rise Above Adversity Award." The award honors those who rise above adversity. In August 2025, a day after FSU's opening win against Alabama, Pritchard was shot in the head while driving to his aunt's house. Officials said Pritchard was shot in a case of mistaken identity. He was in a coma for days. Today, he is walking and talking. Coach Mike Norvell fought back years in honoring Pritchard: "We are so fortunate to be able to be around a true walking miracle." "I just wanna say I appreciate everybody. Keep me in ya'll's prayers. I appreciate my family," Pritchard said, specifically mentioning his dad.
Florida State University freshman and football athlete Ethan Pritchard was awarded with "The Doc Fauls Rise Above Adversity Award." The award honors those who rise above adversity. In August 2025, a day after FSU's opening win against Alabama, Pritchard was shot in the head while driving to his aunt's house. Officials said Pritchard was shot in a case of mistaken identity. He was in a coma for days. Today, he is walking and talking. Coach Mike Norvell fought back years in honoring Pritchard: "We are so fortunate to be able to be around a true walking miracle." "I just wanna say I appreciate everybody. Keep me in ya'll's prayers. I appreciate my family," Pritchard said, specifically mentioning his dad.
James Duckett: Florida Supreme Court OKs additional DNA testing
The Florida Supreme Court issued a ruling on Thursday allowing further DNA testing, continuing the stay of James Duckett's execution. In its ruling, Duckett wants the full results of the DNA testing he requested earlier and to have those results analyzed by a qualified bioinformaticist. Duckett, a former Mascotte Police Officer, was sentenced to death after being convicted in the 1987 rape and murder of 11-year-old Teresa McAbee. He was set to be executed on March 31, but that was stayed after a last-minute request to conduct DNA testing of a sample found on the girl's jeans. Those results came back inconclusive, records stated. Teresa McAbee was out with a 16-year-old boy on May 11, 1987. Both were approached by Duckett, a Mascotte Police Officer at the time. He allegedly told the girl to get in his patrol vehicle. She was reported missing. The next day, her body was found in Knight Lake.
The Florida Supreme Court issued a ruling on Thursday allowing further DNA testing, continuing the stay of James Duckett's execution. In its ruling, Duckett wants the full results of the DNA testing he requested earlier and to have those results analyzed by a qualified bioinformaticist. Duckett, a former Mascotte Police Officer, was sentenced to death after being convicted in the 1987 rape and murder of 11-year-old Teresa McAbee. He was set to be executed on March 31, but that was stayed after a last-minute request to conduct DNA testing of a sample found on the girl's jeans. Those results came back inconclusive, records stated. Teresa McAbee was out with a 16-year-old boy on May 11, 1987. Both were approached by Duckett, a Mascotte Police Officer at the time. He allegedly told the girl to get in his patrol vehicle. She was reported missing. The next day, her body was found in Knight Lake.
Rosen Hotels awards 47 students with college scholarships
More than 40 students from several high schools in Central Florida, including Jones, Boone, Wekiva, and Dr. Phillips, received college scholarships from the Harris Rosen Foundation, named after Harris Rosen, founder of Rosen Hotels & Resorts.
More than 40 students from several high schools in Central Florida, including Jones, Boone, Wekiva, and Dr. Phillips, received college scholarships from the Harris Rosen Foundation, named after Harris Rosen, founder of Rosen Hotels & Resorts.
Volusia Deputy Jose Rivera: 'I'm honestly feeling really great'
Volusia County Deputy Jose Rivera is back at work, limited to "light duty" as he continues to heal. He sat down with FOX 35 News for his first on-camera interview since the shooting and since returning to work. Deputy Rivera responded to a disturbance call in Deltona in March, when he was shot twice. One bullet hit his body camera, which was on his chest. That bullet than ricocheted to his shoulder. He was also shot in the thigh. "I'm honestly feeling really great," he told FOX 35. "I'm healing good. My emotions are good. Overall, cause of my family, I'm happy."
Volusia County Deputy Jose Rivera is back at work, limited to "light duty" as he continues to heal. He sat down with FOX 35 News for his first on-camera interview since the shooting and since returning to work. Deputy Rivera responded to a disturbance call in Deltona in March, when he was shot twice. One bullet hit his body camera, which was on his chest. That bullet than ricocheted to his shoulder. He was also shot in the thigh. "I'm honestly feeling really great," he told FOX 35. "I'm healing good. My emotions are good. Overall, cause of my family, I'm happy."