Florida man accused of flashing gun at student driver in road rage incident
A Central Florida man was arrested after deputies say he pulled a gun during a road rage incident involving a student driver.
Florida inmate caught in razor wire during failed jail escape, authorities say
A Volusia County inmate attempting to escape jail was caught in razor wire before he could get far, officials said.
Robotic rabbits deployed to help track invasive Burmese pythons in South Florida
Wildlife officials in South Florida are testing a new tool in their battle against Burmese pythons: robotic rabbits.
Florida man accused of forging petitions for marijuana ballot initiative
A Seminole County man has been arrested on accusations that he forged hundreds of signatures on petitions aimed at putting recreational marijuana on Florida’s 2026 ballot, state officials said.
Cocoa teen missing for 17 months was human trafficking victim, U.S. Marshals say
U.S. Marshals have found a teenage girl missing for nearly 17 months, authorities announced Friday.
UCF student arrested after allegedly recording up woman's skirt at school's library
A University of Central Florida (UCF) student has been arrested after officials say he was caught recording up a woman's skirt in the school's library. When confronted by a witness, the man allegedly said taking videos was "his job."
Florida man convicted of triple murder dies by lethal injection, extending execution record to 11
A Florida man convicted of killing his girlfriend, her mother and a man he said owed him money more than 30 years ago was put to death on Thursday, extending the record number of executions carried out in the Sunshine State to 11 so far this year.
Officials: Plane crash in New Smyrna Beach; 2 hurt
A small plane has crashed near New Smyrna Beach Municipal Airport, officials said.
FOX 35 Care Force: Wekiva High School SRO
The FOX 35 Care Force is saluting Wekiva High School Student Resource Officer George Spearman. From a freshman at Evans High School to a dedicated school resource officer, Spearman's path is a testament to the power of positive influence and the unexpected turns life can take. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz introduces us to Spearman and what makes him special.
FOX 35 Care Force: West Orange HS head athletic trainer
The FOX 35 Care Force is recognizing West Orange High School Head Athletic Trainer Matt Laws. The school said Laws is dedicated to the profession, treats the athletes with the utmost care and attention, and is a model employee for how a professional should act in all situations. FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the school to share more about Laws' impact on the community.
New warning signs posted near Pulse in Downtown Orlando amidst ongoing crosswalk controversy
New warning signs have now been placed near the Pulse crosswalk site as the ongoing controversy over crosswalks across Florida and beyond continues.
Millions expected to travel for Labor Day weekend
Labor Day weekend is now here, and millions of travelers are preparing for their last getaway of the summer season. Millions are expected to travel over the weekend, setting trave records across the country. FOX 35's Matt Trezza gives us a look at what to expect in Orlando.
Flesh-eating bacteria on the rise in Florida, CDC says; Deaths traced back to contaminated oysters
Two people have died after eating oysters contaminated with flesh-eating bacteria, health officials confirmed, and others have been infected.
New signs posted near crosswalk by Pulse site
New signs are now up around the crosswalk in front of Pulse Nightclub. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) first painted over the rainbow crosswalk last week. Although protestors attempted to color it back in again, the paint and chalk was removed several different times. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie shows us what the scene looks like now.
Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights kicks off on Friday
Universal Orlando is kicking off its spooky season with the return of Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) on Friday. Here's everything you need to know about this year's event, how to get tickets and what's new at the theme park.
‘The Beak and Barrel’ opens at Disney; reservations for new 'immersive' themed tavern sold out for months
The Beak and Barrel at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom opens on Friday, and getting a reservation at the eagerly-anticipated new tavern is already proving difficult.
OCPS estimate enrollment numbers lower than expected
Orange County Public Schools said it's seeing a larger drop in student enrollment, based on its initial estimates. OCSO expected about 3,000 fewer students this year. Now that school is in session, OCSO said the number is closer to 6,000, which could result in a $25M funding drop.
Man accused of shooting at 3 Winter Springs officers
A 20-year-old man is accused of firing his gun in the direction of three police officers who were eating dinner because he was "drunk" and wanted to "get their attention," according to the Winter Springs Police Department.
Man accused of pointing gun at kids at bus stop
Richard Felton, 58, was arrested on charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and aggravated child abuse. He's accused of threatening a kid who was picking his sister up from the bus stop. Felton was apparently mad that the boy's car was parked in front of his house. However, it was determined that he was parked on a public street, not Felton's property.
Man, woman found dead at Orange County home: OCSO
A man and woman in their 40s were found dead inside a home on Courtney Chase Circle in Orange County. The Orange County Sheriff's Office said both have obvious signs of trauma. OCSO added that the investigation was active.