Project turns wastewater into renewable energy while reducing PFAS
Altamonte Springs officials say a new wastewater treatment technology is showing promising results, converting sewage byproducts into renewable energy while significantly reducing harmful PFAS levels.
Altamonte Springs officials say a new wastewater treatment technology is showing promising results, converting sewage byproducts into renewable energy while significantly reducing harmful PFAS levels.
New barriers installed as Volusia County officials seek safer beach access
A deadly toll booth crash has prompted Volusia County officials to accelerate efforts to improve safety at beach access points. Temporary barriers and water-filled barricades have been installed while county leaders evaluate longer-term solutions for protecting employees and visitors.
A deadly toll booth crash has prompted Volusia County officials to accelerate efforts to improve safety at beach access points. Temporary barriers and water-filled barricades have been installed while county leaders evaluate longer-term solutions for protecting employees and visitors.
Entanglements increasingly threaten dolphins in Indian River Lagoon
Wildlife researchers are raising concerns about a sharp increase in dolphin entanglements in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon, where discarded fishing gear has become a leading cause of death for the region’s bottlenose dolphins.
Wildlife researchers are raising concerns about a sharp increase in dolphin entanglements in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon, where discarded fishing gear has become a leading cause of death for the region’s bottlenose dolphins.
Honoring Ashtyn: Florida teen killed in crash saves many through organ donation; 'She was fearless'
A Florida mom is grieving the death of her 19-year-old daughter, but has found solace that her legacy will live on in others.
A Florida mom is grieving the death of her 19-year-old daughter, but has found solace that her legacy will live on in others.
New York tourist sues Osceola County after wrongful detention
A New York man has filed a lawsuit against the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office, alleging deputies wrongfully detained and handcuffed him while searching for a different person during a March 2025 incident in Central Florida.
A New York man has filed a lawsuit against the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office, alleging deputies wrongfully detained and handcuffed him while searching for a different person during a March 2025 incident in Central Florida.
Jerry Demings suspends governor campaign after cancer diagnosis
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings announced Thursday that he is suspending his campaign for Florida governor after being diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings announced Thursday that he is suspending his campaign for Florida governor after being diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings diagnosed with cancer, suspends campaign for governor
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said Friday that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and that he will suspend his campaign for Florida governor in order to receive treatment, calling it a “difficult decision."
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said Friday that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and that he will suspend his campaign for Florida governor in order to receive treatment, calling it a “difficult decision."
Florida theme parks hurricane, weather policies: What you need to know
If you're visiting the Florida theme parks during hurricane season, it's important to know what policies are in place for severe weather.
If you're visiting the Florida theme parks during hurricane season, it's important to know what policies are in place for severe weather.
Fun Spot offering $28 tickets for birthday sale
For one day only, the amusement park will offer single-day passes for $28.
For one day only, the amusement park will offer single-day passes for $28.
Crash and fight in Sanford lead to arrests after chase in Orlando
Two suspects were arrested Thursday after a vehicle connected to a felony investigation in Sanford fled from deputies in Orange County, authorities said.
Two suspects were arrested Thursday after a vehicle connected to a felony investigation in Sanford fled from deputies in Orange County, authorities said.
Flagler County launches oyster garden project to improve water quality
Flagler County is partnering with the nonprofit Oysters for My Neighborhood to install vertical oyster gardens at public docks in an effort to improve water quality and support marine life.
Flagler County is partnering with the nonprofit Oysters for My Neighborhood to install vertical oyster gardens at public docks in an effort to improve water quality and support marine life.
Florida man accused of sexually assaulting DoorDash driver in Cocoa
A Brevard County man is accused of sexually assaulting a DoorDash driver after she delivered food to his Cocoa home, according to police.
A Brevard County man is accused of sexually assaulting a DoorDash driver after she delivered food to his Cocoa home, according to police.
Lynette Hooker: Dinghy found in search for missing American woman
Investigators have seized a dinghy believed to be the last vessel used by missing American woman Lynette Hooker before she disappeared in the Bahamas two months ago.
Investigators have seized a dinghy believed to be the last vessel used by missing American woman Lynette Hooker before she disappeared in the Bahamas two months ago.
Neighborhood pet pantry shut down, now looking for new home
A mini "little library"-style pet pantry in Palm Bay had to close after the woman's landlord said a business could not be run in front of the home. So now, Cortney Larson, founder of Isla's Journey Rescue, is looking for help figuring out her next steps. She said she has the supplies. She just needs the space.
A mini "little library"-style pet pantry in Palm Bay had to close after the woman's landlord said a business could not be run in front of the home. So now, Cortney Larson, founder of Isla's Journey Rescue, is looking for help figuring out her next steps. She said she has the supplies. She just needs the space.
Downtown Apopka redevelopment project stalled, city says
A development project to build a focal point in the heart of downtown Apopka has stalled, the city says, and is blaming the developer. The city said the developer was supposed to submit design plans for the plaza in 2024, but those has not been submitted. The deal was reportedly included in a large plan to build affordable housing in the city. The developer has a 30-day deadline to submit those design plans.
A development project to build a focal point in the heart of downtown Apopka has stalled, the city says, and is blaming the developer. The city said the developer was supposed to submit design plans for the plaza in 2024, but those has not been submitted. The deal was reportedly included in a large plan to build affordable housing in the city. The developer has a 30-day deadline to submit those design plans.
Monstropolis at Disney World: New details just released
Disney has released more details on the highly-anticipated Monstropolis Land, based on Monster's Inc., coming to Hollywood Studios. FOX 35's Hannah Mackenzie talks with some theme park experts all about the latest updates.
Disney has released more details on the highly-anticipated Monstropolis Land, based on Monster's Inc., coming to Hollywood Studios. FOX 35's Hannah Mackenzie talks with some theme park experts all about the latest updates.
Man pulls 3 teens from water after they hit a tree
Three kids were thrown into the water at a lake in Lake County after their personal watercraft (PWC) hit a tree, the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission said. A nearby boater saw the kids in the water and went over to help, pulling each of them out, and bringing them to shore.
Three kids were thrown into the water at a lake in Lake County after their personal watercraft (PWC) hit a tree, the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission said. A nearby boater saw the kids in the water and went over to help, pulling each of them out, and bringing them to shore.
Fraternal Order of the Eagles reopens 3 years after fire
Three years after losing their building in a fire, the Fraternal Order of the Eagles cut the ribbon on their newly-rebuilt building in Orange City. Friends and members gathered to see the new building for the first time.
Three years after losing their building in a fire, the Fraternal Order of the Eagles cut the ribbon on their newly-rebuilt building in Orange City. Friends and members gathered to see the new building for the first time.
Palm Bay road repair halted over pay dispute
Several metal plates have been installed along a neighborhood road in Palm Bay, which started to collapse after days of heavy rains. The neighborhood HOA said a pipe failed, as well as heavy rains. The City of Palm Bay said the private road needs to be maintained by the HOA, while the HOA said it's not their pipe.
Several metal plates have been installed along a neighborhood road in Palm Bay, which started to collapse after days of heavy rains. The neighborhood HOA said a pipe failed, as well as heavy rains. The City of Palm Bay said the private road needs to be maintained by the HOA, while the HOA said it's not their pipe.
Deanna Harrell: Woman accused in deadly beach toll booth crash held without bond as new barriers installed
A Florida woman charged in a crash that killed a toll booth worker at a Volusia County beach entrance will remain in jail for now after a judge ordered her held without bond Thursday.
A Florida woman charged in a crash that killed a toll booth worker at a Volusia County beach entrance will remain in jail for now after a judge ordered her held without bond Thursday.