Teen suspect in alleged double stabbing killed after charging at deputies with dagger: Sheriff
An 18-year-old suspect was shot and killed by law enforcement after reportedly charging at a Daytona Beach sergeant with a dagger at home on Saturday night.
Texas flooding: Florida sends crews to assist in search and rescue efforts
Florida is sending three swiftwater rescue teams to help Texas after deadly July 4th flooding.
Man makes ultimate sacrifice to protect fiancee
A woman is recovering in the hospital tonight, and it's only because of her fiancée. A truck came barreling towards them while they were crossing a street in Sanford. She survived, but he did not.
Cocoa Beach ditching fireworks for drone show
The first-ever drone show is taking place tonight in Brevard County. The show is part of the city's Fourth of July celebration, which is taking place over the ocean in Cocoa Beach. However, some cities in the area have eliminated their drone shows after a tragic incident last year in Orlando.
Firefighters rescue 12 dogs from house fire
Twelve dogs were saved by firefighters after a fire broke out at a Marion County home on Friday night. No firefighters or civilians were reported injured at the scene. Investigators say the cause and origin of the fire currently remain under investigation.
Man shoots intruder trying to burglarize mother's home
An intruder was shot by a man after he allegedly attempted to burglarize a home on Friday night in Osceola County. Mitchell Platt, 37, has been arrested for Burglary and Possession of Burglary Tools. Officials are asking anyone with information about the incident to call the sheriff’s office on its non-emergency number at (407) 348-2222.
Deputy-involved shooting leaves man in critical condition
A man is in critical condition after a deputy-involved shooting that took place in the early hours of Saturday morning in Orange County, officials say. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is investigating the shooting and will turn over its findings to the State Attorney’s Office (SAO) for review.
Bus erupts in flames on I-95 in Volusia County
Fifty-five people were evacuated from a bus after it caught fire Saturday on Interstate 95 in Volusia County, officials say. Troopers say the passengers were picked up at the scene by another bus. Authorities say the incident currently remains under investigation.
Deputy presence at Orange County apartment complex
A large deputy presence was spotted at an apartment complex on Saturday evening off Lombard Street in Orange County. FOX 35 has reached out to authorities for information.
12 dogs saved by Marion County firefighters after home engulfed in flames
Twelve dogs were saved by firefighters after a fire broke out at a Marion County home on Friday night.
3 Florida beachgoers injured by lightning strike on Fourth of July along Gulf Coast
A beach outing on the Fourth of July turned tragic along Florida’s Gulf Coast after three people were struck by lightning.
Man in critical condition after deputy-involved shooting
A man is in critical condition after a deputy-involved shooting that took place in the early hours of Saturday morning in Orange County, officials say. The deputies who fired their service weapons have been placed on temporary, paid administrative leave pending review of the investigation.
'Boom, boom!' | Lightning hits tree, sparks house fire
Lightning is believed to have sparked at least two house fires in Apopka, Florida. Strong showers and thunderstorms moved through the area on Thursday. FOX 35's Marie Edinger talked with both families about what they heard, saw, and felt.
Florida pharmacist arrested for DUI after allegedly hitting 3 pedestrians, 1 that might lose leg
A Florida pharmacist has been arrested after he allegedly drove under the influence and crashed into several people, one of whom may need to have his leg amputated.
Eagles soar at Audubon Center for Birds of Prey
The bald eagle is the national bird of the United States. To celebrate the Fourth of July holiday, FOX 35's Matt Trezza heads over to the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey in Maitland to meet one of the location's three eagles.
4th of July celebration in Central Park
People are already starting to gather on Friday morning for the Fourth of July holiday celebrations. In Winter Park, a watermelon contest is getting ready to kick off. FOX 35's Marley Capper heads over to watch the event.
Off-duty officer, flight nurse save 5-year-old boy after accidental shooting
A five-year-old boy is recovering in the hospital after accidentally shooting himself in the head, and officials say the quick actions of two off-duty first responders may have saved his life.
Former Olympic swim coach arrested in Florida, facing child sex abuse allegations
George Gibney, a former Olympic swim coach accused of decades-old child sex abuse crimes, was arrested this week by U.S. Marshals in Florida after evading justice for years, authorities said.
Florida restaurant owners accused of scamming the elderly across country
A Florida couple who own a sushi restaurant in Rockledge are accused of scamming seniors out of thousands of dollars across multiple states, according to police in Wisconsin who have been investigating the case since 2023.
Lee County deputies rescue 2 men after boat capsizes in Pine Island Sound
Two men were rescued Monday after their boat capsized in Pine Island Sound, officials with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office said.


















