Woman attacked at South Daytona motel

A 70-year-old South Daytona woman was attacked on Friday morning at the Red Carpet Inn, police say. Officials said a person of interest has been identified, and there is no danger to the public at this time.

Tavares mom and boyfriend indicted for alleged child abuse

The mother and boyfriend accused of brutally beating and killing 10-year-old Tavares boy Xavier Williams have been indicted on murder and abuse charges. Kimberley Mills and her boyfriend, Andre Walker, each received two counts of aggravated child abuse with aggravated battery and aggravated child abuse with malicious punishment. They also each received an indictment for first-degree murder.

Woman missing after home trashed in Lake County

Deputies with the Lake County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) say they are now looking for the woman whose home was trashed in Clermont. She was last see yesterday with her boyfriend Nickolis Dewitt.

Early morning launch set for Saturday

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch is set to take place from Florida's Space Coast in the early hours of Saturday morning. The launch is currently set for 4:28 a.m.

Husband of missing woman sentenced in child porn case

The husband of a missing woman will spend 15 years in prison. He was arrested in 2023 on child pornography charges. Officials said they found the videos on the man's phone while they were investigating the disappearance of his wife.

New hearing in Xbox murders case

The two men convicted of brutally murdering six people over an Xbox in 2004 want their cases to be separated. A Volusia County judge is yet to met her final decision.

Home mysteriously destroyed in Lake County

A home in Lake County was mysteriously damaged – almost destroyed – and officials are now looking to figure out why, how and by whom. Deputies found an SUV and manufactured home significantly damaged on Friday morning. Photos showed the front walls of the home almost completely ripped off, and a not-so-hidden message spray-painted on a side wall. FOX 35's Hannah Mackenzie shows us the damage.

State attorney speaks after 3 Florida teens sentenced

All 3 suspects have been sentenced in the 2023 Ocklawaha triple-murder case. Defendants Robinson and Brewton were sentenced to life in prison. Defendant Atkins was sentenced to 40 years in prison. All three defendants were charged as adults. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer shows us what the state attorney had to say after the sentencings.

New Disney experience, new HHN show, pass holder deals

Tharin White, theme park expert with EYNTK, joins Good Day Orlando for Theme Park Thursday. This week, White discusses the Disney's new animation-inspired experience at Disney's Hollywood Studios, Shark Week celebrations happening at ICON Park, Halloween Horror Nights scare zone construction and more.

Melbourne residents can weigh in on pedestrian safety

Today, residents will meet to discuss proposed pedestrian safety changes coming to Melbourne Beach. This comes after several deadly crashes were reported in the area. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie explains the changes and discusses what both sides on the issue are saying.

Regional surf lifesaving championships in Daytona Beach

More than 200 lifeguards from more than 20 teams across the state will go head-to-head on the beach today outside the Hard Rock Hotel in Daytona Beach. In addition to co-hosting the event, Volusia County Beach Safety will field its own team, joining fellow lifeguards in a series of water-based challenges, beach sprints and relay races — all designed to mirror the real-life demands of professional lifesaving. FOX 35's Matt Trezza heads over to the beach to speak with some of the participants.