OUC hosting Youth Energy Academy
Students from Orange, Osceola, Seminole and Lake counties are participating in interactive and educational exercises, such as a mock hurricane simulation and a drone presentation, at OUC's Youth Energy Academy today in Orlando. FOX 35's Marley Capper gives us a behind-the-scenes look.
Florida AG, Polk sheriff: 8 charged in multi-state, $8.8 million bank fraud, racketeering scheme
Eight people are facing charges in a multi-state, $8.8 million bank fraud and racketeering scheme impacting 235 people, mainly those who are elderly, according to Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.
Gov. DeSantis, First Lady announce more than $200 million for Florida cancer research and treatment
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, First Lady Casey DeSantis, Florida Department of Health Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo and other health officials have announced more than $200 million that will be allocated to cancer research and treatment funding in the state.
Bodycam shows violent Jacksonville arrest, sparks excessive force debate
Newly released footage shows the violent arrest of a 22-year-old man during a February traffic stop by Jacksonville deputies, sparking renewed scrutiny of the department’s use of force.
Tropical depression could form over Gulf later this week, forecasters say
A tropical depression could form later this week in the Gulf, but meteorologists say the system poses no threat to Florida.
Lightning strike collapses ceiling onto man sleeping in Florida home
A lightning strike ripped through the roof of an Ormond Beach home over the weekend, collapsing part of the ceiling directly onto a man who was lying in bed.
Thief steals $30K in Pokémon cards from DeLand store in 75-second smash-and-grab
A thief made off with up to $30,000 worth of Pokémon cards during a smash-and-grab burglary at a trading card shop in DeLand, marking the latest in a string of similar heists across Central Florida.
Florida infant left strapped in car seat, alone outside business; babysitter arrested
A Florida babysitter has been arrested and charged with child neglect after she mistakenly left one of the kids she was caring for – a 3-month-old baby – outside in a hot parking lot, still strapped into a car seat, according to Eustis Police Chief Craig Capri.
Eustis police host presser after babysitter arrest
A 46-year-old babysitter, Wendy Michelle Kirk, was arrested after allegedly leaving an infant unattended on hot asphalt outside an Eustis business. The baby was found by a witness and transported to the hospital but showed no medical issues. Kirk was charged with child neglect and released on $2,000 bond as the Department of Children and Families launched an investigation.
What is 'Door Kick Challenge'? Florida teen kicks house door in, shoots airsoft gun, deputies say
Known as the “Door Kick Challenge," the trend — popular on TikTok and other platforms — involves teens running up to a home, kicking the front door loudly, and running off, often while recording the incident for social media views.
Marion County teen sentenced to 40 years in 2023 Ocklawaha triple murder case
A Marion County judge on Tuesday sentenced 15-year-old Christopher Atkins to 40 years in prison for his role in a 2023 triple homicide that shocked the Ocklawaha community.
Gov. DeSantis announces DOGE audit in Gainesville
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Tuesday morning in Gainesville. During the press conference, DeSantis announced on-site audits of city and county governments starting July 31, targeting areas with complaints from taxpayers of wasteful spending. Over the last five years, DeSantis said taxpayers in Gainesville have watched as the local government has increased burdens on property owners. He said there was more than $30 million in additional ad valorem tax collections, which represents an increase of almost 86% since 2020. He said part of the increased spending is in the Gainesville operating budget, which has expanded by more than $90 million a year.
High Tide Harry's in Orlando
On this episode of Central Florida Eats, FOX 35's David Martin takes us over to High Tide Harry's in Orlando. The independent, family owned and operated seafood restaurant is located two miles north of the Orlando International Airport (MCO) and has been serving the locals crab legs, lobster, shrimp, fresh fish, oysters, steaks, ribs, burgers, chicken, pasta and more since 1995!
Central Florida first responders returning from Texas
Six members of the US&R Task Force 4 were deployed to Texas earlier this month as part of a small Swift Water Rescue Team. The members of the team included first responders from Seminole County, Orange County and Orlando. Tod Zellers, assistant chief at the Seminole County Fire Department, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the rescue efforts.
Grandson of Dog the Bounty Hunter's wife dies in Florida shooting accident
The 13-year-old grandson of Dog the Bounty Hunter's wife Francie Chapman has been killed in an apparent accidental shooting at his Florida home.
Port Canaveral welcomes Royal Caribbean’s ‘Star of the Seas,’ boosting local economy
Port Canaveral’s cruise industry is expanding with the arrival of Royal Caribbean’s newest ship, the Star of the Seas, a vessel capable of carrying more than 5,000 passengers — essentially a floating city.
Gainesville police continue to search for 2 suspects tied to Easter shooting
Gainesville police are still searching for a suspect seen on surveillance video opening fire during a chaotic shooting that left a woman dead at a community Easter egg hunt three months ago.
Florida couple left infant alone in running car outside Palm Coast bar, deputies say
A Florida couple were arrested late Friday night after Flagler County deputies said they found an infant left alone in a running vehicle outside a local bar, according to the sheriff's office.
Madeline Soto case: Stephan Sterns gets life in prison, avoids death in Florida girl's murder
Editor's note: Our live coverage of Stephan Sterns plea hearing has concluded. Scroll down to view highlights from Monday's court hearing.
Florida man arrested after driving 155 mph on I-4, troopers say
Troopers said he had three passengers in his vehicle at the time of his arrest.