20-acre fire off of I-95 in Mims prompts resident evacuation
Brush fires have sparked in Brevard County, with active blazes reported in Melbourne near Wickham Road and Holy Trinity Drive, and in Mims near Blounts Ridge Road and Rose Marie Place, where evacuations are underway.
Brush fires have sparked in Brevard County, with active blazes reported in Melbourne near Wickham Road and Holy Trinity Drive, and in Mims near Blounts Ridge Road and Rose Marie Place, where evacuations are underway.
Daytona Beach boy, 8, in custody after pointing gun at person, police say
An 8-year-old boy was arrested after authorities say he pointed a gun at someone at his apartment complex in Daytona Beach.
An 8-year-old boy was arrested after authorities say he pointed a gun at someone at his apartment complex in Daytona Beach.
Man accused of killing 3 Kissimmee tourists indicted first-degree murder
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | Ahmad Bojeh, who is accused of killing three men visiting Kissimmee in January, was indicted by a grand jury with three counts of first-degree murder on Feb. 26, State Attorney Monique Worrell said.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | Ahmad Bojeh, who is accused of killing three men visiting Kissimmee in January, was indicted by a grand jury with three counts of first-degree murder on Feb. 26, State Attorney Monique Worrell said.
Florida mom, Volusia Sheriff talk 5-year-old boy hit by e-bike
Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood and Taylor Upchurch, the mother of 5-year-old Cole, who was hit by an e-bike while on the beach, joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando talk about the crash, the investigation, and their new efforts to change e-bike regulations. The Volusia Sheriff's Office is looking to identify two teenagers who were on the bike.
Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood and Taylor Upchurch, the mother of 5-year-old Cole, who was hit by an e-bike while on the beach, joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando talk about the crash, the investigation, and their new efforts to change e-bike regulations. The Volusia Sheriff's Office is looking to identify two teenagers who were on the bike.
South Florida man charged after deadly multi-county shooting spree
A South Florida man is facing multiple charges after a deadly crime spree that left two people dead and another injured across more than 200 miles on Friday, authorities said.
A South Florida man is facing multiple charges after a deadly crime spree that left two people dead and another injured across more than 200 miles on Friday, authorities said.
Disney unveils new attractions, refurbishments, and experiences for 2026
Walt Disney World is rolling out new attractions, ride refurbishments, and experiences across all four parks in 2026, offering guests fresh ways to explore the resort. Highlights include a Zootopia-themed area at Animal Kingdom, an updated Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin, and the return of Cinderella Castle to its classic color palette. The park is also reimagining Animation Courtyard at Hollywood Studios and introducing Muppet Mayhem, replacing the Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith.
Walt Disney World is rolling out new attractions, ride refurbishments, and experiences across all four parks in 2026, offering guests fresh ways to explore the resort. Highlights include a Zootopia-themed area at Animal Kingdom, an updated Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin, and the return of Cinderella Castle to its classic color palette. The park is also reimagining Animation Courtyard at Hollywood Studios and introducing Muppet Mayhem, replacing the Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith.
Man reunites with Orlando firefighters who saved his life
A decade after being electrocuted while trimming trees at a church in Orlando, Matt Manzari reunited with the firefighters who saved his life. Doctors once said he had only hours or days to live due to severe fourth- and fifth-degree burns, but he survived dozens of surgeries at Orlando Regional Medical Center.
A decade after being electrocuted while trimming trees at a church in Orlando, Matt Manzari reunited with the firefighters who saved his life. Doctors once said he had only hours or days to live due to severe fourth- and fifth-degree burns, but he survived dozens of surgeries at Orlando Regional Medical Center.
Florida mom claims her toddler was abused at Marion County daycare
A mother says her 1-year-old son was abused at a daycare in Marion County and that she was not notified until days after the alleged incident.
A mother says her 1-year-old son was abused at a daycare in Marion County and that she was not notified until days after the alleged incident.
Brush fire in Pine Hills burns 2 acres, threatens nearby homes
A brush fire scorched nearly two acres Monday in the Pine Hills area of Orange County, coming within hundreds of feet of nearby homes before crews brought it under control, authorities said.
A brush fire scorched nearly two acres Monday in the Pine Hills area of Orange County, coming within hundreds of feet of nearby homes before crews brought it under control, authorities said.
Mom claims her toddler was abused at Marion County daycare
Prishawna Smith said she was stunned when detectives told her that her son, Josiah, was allegedly picked up and slammed back onto a nap mat by a teacher at Bright Beginnings Learning Center in Summerfield.
Prishawna Smith said she was stunned when detectives told her that her son, Josiah, was allegedly picked up and slammed back onto a nap mat by a teacher at Bright Beginnings Learning Center in Summerfield.
Historic Lubbe House at Lake Eola home will not be demolished
The last remaining historic home along Lake Eola will not be torn down to make way for expanded park space and a new gateway entrance, city officials said. Buddy Dyer said the two-story Lubbe House, built about 100 years ago at 215 E. Central Blvd., will remain standing.
The last remaining historic home along Lake Eola will not be torn down to make way for expanded park space and a new gateway entrance, city officials said. Buddy Dyer said the two-story Lubbe House, built about 100 years ago at 215 E. Central Blvd., will remain standing.
Criminal investigation launched into alleged fence fraud
The Brevard County Sheriff's Office has launched a criminal investigation into a local fence contractor following reports of unfinished projects and unreturned deposits across Florida’s Space Coast.
The Brevard County Sheriff's Office has launched a criminal investigation into a local fence contractor following reports of unfinished projects and unreturned deposits across Florida’s Space Coast.
Off-duty officer helps with rescue efforts in a boat crash on Lake Dora
An off-duty police officer in Lake County helped rescue multiple people after a boat crash on Lake Dora, authorities said.
An off-duty police officer in Lake County helped rescue multiple people after a boat crash on Lake Dora, authorities said.
Off-duty Mount Dora officer helps with rescue efforts in a boat crash
An off-duty police officer in Lake County helped rescue multiple people after a boat crash on Lake Dora, authorities said. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said a 39-foot center console vessel collided with a pontoon boat Saturday night on Lake Dora. Seven people were involved in the crash, and five were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. All have since been released.
An off-duty police officer in Lake County helped rescue multiple people after a boat crash on Lake Dora, authorities said. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said a 39-foot center console vessel collided with a pontoon boat Saturday night on Lake Dora. Seven people were involved in the crash, and five were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. All have since been released.
Florida mom petitioning for e-bike regulations after 5-year-old son hit at beach
A child was struck by two teenagers riding an electric bike while walking toward the ocean at a beach in Volusia County, authorities and family members said. Now the mother of that chid is pushing for stricter e-bike regulations.
A child was struck by two teenagers riding an electric bike while walking toward the ocean at a beach in Volusia County, authorities and family members said. Now the mother of that chid is pushing for stricter e-bike regulations.
DeBary school surprises classmate with positive sticky notes
A Debary Elementary school teacher and classroom went viral for the kindness they showed to another classmate. Teacher Joanne Miller leads the Kindness Squad. Recently, her classmates noticed another classmate was feeling down, so they decorated her desk with colorful sticky notes filled with positive messages. "I'm crying and laughing," the student said in the video. "I'm happy." The video was posted and has reached millions.
A Debary Elementary school teacher and classroom went viral for the kindness they showed to another classmate. Teacher Joanne Miller leads the Kindness Squad. Recently, her classmates noticed another classmate was feeling down, so they decorated her desk with colorful sticky notes filled with positive messages. "I'm crying and laughing," the student said in the video. "I'm happy." The video was posted and has reached millions.
Meet Florida teacher behind viral 'Kindness Squad'
A Debary Elementary school teacher and classroom went viral for the kindness they showed to another classmate. Teacher Joanne Miller leads the Kindness Squad. Recently, her classmates noticed another classmate was feeling down, so they decorated her desk with colorful sticky notes filled with positive messages. "I'm crying and laughing," the student said in the video. "I'm happy." The video was posted and has reached millions.
A Debary Elementary school teacher and classroom went viral for the kindness they showed to another classmate. Teacher Joanne Miller leads the Kindness Squad. Recently, her classmates noticed another classmate was feeling down, so they decorated her desk with colorful sticky notes filled with positive messages. "I'm crying and laughing," the student said in the video. "I'm happy." The video was posted and has reached millions.
Runner hit by car during Florida half-marathon, dies days later
A 74-year-old man who was hit by a car while running in the Florida Half Marathon on Feb. 8 has died, officials said. Friends and fellow runners remembered AJ Swann as an avid runner, golfer, and a business man. According to The Florida Marathon, AJ had completed 9 marathons, 30 half-marathons, and "scored" of 5K and 10K races during his running career. "AJ was a great guy; he always had a smile on his face," said fellow runner, Orrie McCrea. "He was a great encourager, very inquisitive, thoughtful." McCrea and Swann were in the same running club, Golden Isles Track Club, in Georgia, where Swann lived.
A 74-year-old man who was hit by a car while running in the Florida Half Marathon on Feb. 8 has died, officials said. Friends and fellow runners remembered AJ Swann as an avid runner, golfer, and a business man. According to The Florida Marathon, AJ had completed 9 marathons, 30 half-marathons, and "scored" of 5K and 10K races during his running career. "AJ was a great guy; he always had a smile on his face," said fellow runner, Orrie McCrea. "He was a great encourager, very inquisitive, thoughtful." McCrea and Swann were in the same running club, Golden Isles Track Club, in Georgia, where Swann lived.
Artemis II: Launch on hold as rocket rolls back to VAB
The Artemis II launch date is up in the air, while the rocket, spacecraft, and crew remain on the ground awaiting repairs after detecting a helium flow issue. The entire rocket is being rolled back to the Vehicle Assembly Building, a slow process that will take 12 hours, spanning 4 miles.
The Artemis II launch date is up in the air, while the rocket, spacecraft, and crew remain on the ground awaiting repairs after detecting a helium flow issue. The entire rocket is being rolled back to the Vehicle Assembly Building, a slow process that will take 12 hours, spanning 4 miles.
Suspect in Florida shooting spree arrested in Cocoa: Officials
Dennard Barnes was arrested in Cocoa on a charge of shooting into an occupied dwelling and attempted murder. He's accused of shooting a 24-year-old in the abdomen. Records show that Barnes is also suspected of two other shootings in South Florida.
Dennard Barnes was arrested in Cocoa on a charge of shooting into an occupied dwelling and attempted murder. He's accused of shooting a 24-year-old in the abdomen. Records show that Barnes is also suspected of two other shootings in South Florida.