Anna Kepner's father summoned to testify in custody case
The father of Anna Kepner, the Titusville teenager who died aboard a cruise ship, has been ordered to testify in a civil custody case, a development that has shed new light on a separate FBI investigation into the girl’s death.
The father of Anna Kepner, the Titusville teenager who died aboard a cruise ship, has been ordered to testify in a civil custody case, a development that has shed new light on a separate FBI investigation into the girl’s death.
DOJ opens investigation into SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay over rollator walker ban
The U.S. Department of Justice announced Tuesday that it is opening an investigation to figure out whether SeaWorld Orlando's recent policy change to ban rollator walkers with seats violated the Americans with Disabilities Act.
The U.S. Department of Justice announced Tuesday that it is opening an investigation to figure out whether SeaWorld Orlando's recent policy change to ban rollator walkers with seats violated the Americans with Disabilities Act.
DOJ investigates SeaWorld: Walker ban draws federal scrutiny
A FOX 35 report on SeaWorld’s new mobility-aid policy has prompted a federal investigation. Two weeks after we first reported that SeaWorld had begun banning walkers with built-in seats, known as rollators, the U.S. Department of Justice has confirmed it is reviewing whether the policy violates the Americans with Disabilities Act.
A FOX 35 report on SeaWorld’s new mobility-aid policy has prompted a federal investigation. Two weeks after we first reported that SeaWorld had begun banning walkers with built-in seats, known as rollators, the U.S. Department of Justice has confirmed it is reviewing whether the policy violates the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Battle of the Bands preview at Kia Center
FOX 35 Meteorologist Laurel Blanchard previews the Battle of the Bands at the Kia Center on November 21, 2025.
FOX 35 Meteorologist Laurel Blanchard previews the Battle of the Bands at the Kia Center on November 21, 2025.
Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft won’t carry astronauts on next mission
NASA and Boeing also agreed to reduce the number of Starliner flights to the International Space Station.
NASA and Boeing also agreed to reduce the number of Starliner flights to the International Space Station.
Daytona Beach police officer arrested for domestic battery
A Daytona Beach police officer is on administrative leave after she was arrested and charged with domestic battery.
A Daytona Beach police officer is on administrative leave after she was arrested and charged with domestic battery.
United Football League wants fans to vote for new Orlando Storm mascot
The United Football League is calling on fans to pick the new mascot for the Orlando Storm ahead of the 2026 season.
The United Football League is calling on fans to pick the new mascot for the Orlando Storm ahead of the 2026 season.
Term 'murder' used to describe to Titusville teen's death
New details are emerging in the death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner, whose case remains under FBI investigation more than two weeks after she died aboard a Carnival cruise ship. Her 16-year-old stepbrother is considered a suspect, but no arrests have been made.
New details are emerging in the death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner, whose case remains under FBI investigation more than two weeks after she died aboard a Carnival cruise ship. Her 16-year-old stepbrother is considered a suspect, but no arrests have been made.
Brevard homeowner cited after flood cleanup
A month after a flash flood swamped hundreds of homes in Brevard County, some residents say they are still struggling to reach their properties — and now one homeowner has been cited for trying to pump water out.
A month after a flash flood swamped hundreds of homes in Brevard County, some residents say they are still struggling to reach their properties — and now one homeowner has been cited for trying to pump water out.
Investment firm CEO James Fishback joins growing field in Florida’s 2026 governor’s race
James Fishback, a 30-year-old CEO and former federal DOGE adviser, has entered Florida’s 2026 governor’s race, joining an increasingly crowded Republican field.
James Fishback, a 30-year-old CEO and former federal DOGE adviser, has entered Florida’s 2026 governor’s race, joining an increasingly crowded Republican field.
Central Florida sees 3 police standoffs in almost as many days
Central Florida law enforcement responded to three separate police standoffs in almost as many days, including one that left three people dead. In Deltona, Volusia County deputies confronted a man armed with multiple weapons who was reportedly setting fires in the street on Patron Avenue. In Brevard County, an hours-long standoff in Titusville ended with the arrest of a man who police said had threatened family members—meanwhile, a shooting during an eviction in Indian River County on Friday left a deputy, a locksmith, and the suspect dead.
Central Florida law enforcement responded to three separate police standoffs in almost as many days, including one that left three people dead. In Deltona, Volusia County deputies confronted a man armed with multiple weapons who was reportedly setting fires in the street on Patron Avenue. In Brevard County, an hours-long standoff in Titusville ended with the arrest of a man who police said had threatened family members—meanwhile, a shooting during an eviction in Indian River County on Friday left a deputy, a locksmith, and the suspect dead.
Universal Studios developing new safety technology for rides, patents reveal
Universal Studios is pursuing new technology aimed at improving safety on its rides, according to recently published patent filings obtained by FOX 35.
Universal Studios is pursuing new technology aimed at improving safety on its rides, according to recently published patent filings obtained by FOX 35.
Judge allows Florida’s first bear hunt in a decade to proceed
A Tallahassee judge declined to block Florida’s upcoming black bear hunt despite an ongoing lawsuit.
A Tallahassee judge declined to block Florida’s upcoming black bear hunt despite an ongoing lawsuit.
Universal Studios developing new safety technology for rides
Universal Studios is pursuing new technology aimed at improving safety on its rides, according to recently published patent filings obtained by FOX 35.
Universal Studios is pursuing new technology aimed at improving safety on its rides, according to recently published patent filings obtained by FOX 35.
James Fishback joins Florida’s 2026 governor’s race
The race for governor is getting more crowded here in Florida. Republican James Fishback, an investment firm CEO who consulted on federal Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) operations this year, announced Monday he will run for Florida governor in 2026.
The race for governor is getting more crowded here in Florida. Republican James Fishback, an investment firm CEO who consulted on federal Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) operations this year, announced Monday he will run for Florida governor in 2026.
Judge allows Florida’s first bear hunt in a decade to proceed
A judge on Tuesday refused to halt Florida’s upcoming black bear hunt, allowing the state’s first hunt in a decade to move forward despite an ongoing lawsuit.
A judge on Tuesday refused to halt Florida’s upcoming black bear hunt, allowing the state’s first hunt in a decade to move forward despite an ongoing lawsuit.
2 killed, 2 injured in Apopka crash involving LYNX van
Two people were killed, and two teenagers were injured after a Ford Mustang slammed into the side of a van in Apopka, authorities said. The crash happened at the intersection of Rock Springs Road and Alexandria Place as an ACCESS LYNX van was making a turn, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Two people were killed, and two teenagers were injured after a Ford Mustang slammed into the side of a van in Apopka, authorities said. The crash happened at the intersection of Rock Springs Road and Alexandria Place as an ACCESS LYNX van was making a turn, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Family court documents confirm Anna Kepner murder case
A Nov. 20 family custody court filing, confirms the FBI is conducing a murder investigation into the death of Titusville teen, Anna Kepner. Kepner's 16-year-old step brother -- who previous documents identified as a suspect in her death -- is named in these documents. Now, Kepner's stepmother wants to keep the public from viewing these documents, motioning for a gag order.
A Nov. 20 family custody court filing, confirms the FBI is conducing a murder investigation into the death of Titusville teen, Anna Kepner. Kepner's 16-year-old step brother -- who previous documents identified as a suspect in her death -- is named in these documents. Now, Kepner's stepmother wants to keep the public from viewing these documents, motioning for a gag order.
Robin Severance-Lopez: Sheriff’s estranged wife accepts plea deal, avoids jail time in gambling case
Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, will change her plea and avoid jail time by accepting 24 months of probation on reduced charges.
Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, will change her plea and avoid jail time by accepting 24 months of probation on reduced charges.
Severance-Lopez accepts plea deal, avoids jail time in gambling case
The estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Morcos Lopez is changing her plea in a racketeering case tied to an alleged illegal gambling ring.
The estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Morcos Lopez is changing her plea in a racketeering case tied to an alleged illegal gambling ring.