How to spot the fakes? False websites flood Google with reviews and phantom addresses
For the owner of Smart Home Air and Heat in Orlando business has been hurting. He said the reason why his phone stopped ringing is because customer are being tricked by fake websites. FOX 35's Marie Edinger investigated these websites, some with great reviews and accreditation, but with fake phone numbers and addresses.
For the owner of Smart Home Air and Heat in Orlando business has been hurting. He said the reason why his phone stopped ringing is because customer are being tricked by fake websites. FOX 35's Marie Edinger investigated these websites, some with great reviews and accreditation, but with fake phone numbers and addresses.
Indoor pickle ball complex coming to revitalized Sanford area
With positive changes underway to the Seminole County Towne Center, a new pickleball complex is coming in addition to a new Costco. Though the membership-only store is expected in 2027, FOX 35 got new details on what's expected for pickleball fans.
With positive changes underway to the Seminole County Towne Center, a new pickleball complex is coming in addition to a new Costco. Though the membership-only store is expected in 2027, FOX 35 got new details on what's expected for pickleball fans.
Cocoa Beach air show returns this weekend with high-flying Blue Angels
The U.S. Navy Blue Angels will headline this year's Cocoa Beach air show, which returns to the Space Coast this weekend.
The U.S. Navy Blue Angels will headline this year's Cocoa Beach air show, which returns to the Space Coast this weekend.
Operation Highway Shield: 37 arrests in four-day operation of unsafe drivers
In a four-day investigation with 3,300 inspections, 37 criminal arrests occurred and 42 referrals were made for immigration violations throughout Florida.
In a four-day investigation with 3,300 inspections, 37 criminal arrests occurred and 42 referrals were made for immigration violations throughout Florida.
Investigation ongoing as 3 cats died, 16 found at DeLand motel
Nineteen cats were found abandoned, in separate rooms, of a DeLand motel. Authorities said they were notified of the incident after calls of a "rancid" smell coming from the room. While three cats died, 16 were rescued and are currently receiving care.
Nineteen cats were found abandoned, in separate rooms, of a DeLand motel. Authorities said they were notified of the incident after calls of a "rancid" smell coming from the room. While three cats died, 16 were rescued and are currently receiving care.
Florida man drives into canal, trapping ex-girlfriend inside
A man is facing attempted murder charges after he allegedly strangled his ex-girlfriend and drove her car into a canal with the victim trapped inside, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office. John Manlio Lucas appeared before a judge Wednesday following a massive manhunt. Deputies say he fled the scene after the car plunged into the water, leaving the victim behind to drown.
A man is facing attempted murder charges after he allegedly strangled his ex-girlfriend and drove her car into a canal with the victim trapped inside, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office. John Manlio Lucas appeared before a judge Wednesday following a massive manhunt. Deputies say he fled the scene after the car plunged into the water, leaving the victim behind to drown.
Judge rules to release part of confession after Florida man shoots deputies
One month after Luis Diaz Polanco, 31, was arrested after shooting at Volusia County deputies when they showed up to his home, a judge now rules to release part of Polanco's confession. Polanco's lawyers wanted part of his alleged confession sealed in which he reportedly confessed to shooting the deputies.
One month after Luis Diaz Polanco, 31, was arrested after shooting at Volusia County deputies when they showed up to his home, a judge now rules to release part of Polanco's confession. Polanco's lawyers wanted part of his alleged confession sealed in which he reportedly confessed to shooting the deputies.
Semi driver arrested after swerving on I-95: Breathalyzer shows 7x legal limit
A truck driver was arrested for DUI after the tractor-trailer he was driving was seen drifting across multiple lanes of I-75, according to Florida Highway Patrol. Multiple motorists reported seeing the tractor-trailer failing to stay in its lane and nearly hitting another vehicle.
A truck driver was arrested for DUI after the tractor-trailer he was driving was seen drifting across multiple lanes of I-75, according to Florida Highway Patrol. Multiple motorists reported seeing the tractor-trailer failing to stay in its lane and nearly hitting another vehicle.
Operation Highway Shield: Full speech
FDLE and other agencies held a news conference on Thursday, April 9, to discuss Operation Highway Shield, a 4-day enforcement operation targeting commercial vehicles and CDL drivers. Officials said 3,300 vehicles were stopped for inspections or an observed violation. Of those, 176 drivers were taken out of service, 54 were found to have language deficiencies, 35 were arrested on alleged criminal charges, and 42 were referred to ICE.
FDLE and other agencies held a news conference on Thursday, April 9, to discuss Operation Highway Shield, a 4-day enforcement operation targeting commercial vehicles and CDL drivers. Officials said 3,300 vehicles were stopped for inspections or an observed violation. Of those, 176 drivers were taken out of service, 54 were found to have language deficiencies, 35 were arrested on alleged criminal charges, and 42 were referred to ICE.
Google results flooded with fake HVAC repair websites
Right now, when you search for HVAC companies in Orlando, you’re likely to get an AI-generated website for a fake company. Dozens have flooded Google’s front pages, making reputable sites harder to find.
Right now, when you search for HVAC companies in Orlando, you’re likely to get an AI-generated website for a fake company. Dozens have flooded Google’s front pages, making reputable sites harder to find.
Tractor-trailer swerving on I-75 in Sumter County leads to DUI arrest of driver
A truck driver is accused of driving under the influence after the tractor-trailer he was driving was seen swerving between lanes on Interstate 75 in Sumter County.
A truck driver is accused of driving under the influence after the tractor-trailer he was driving was seen swerving between lanes on Interstate 75 in Sumter County.
Florida hurricane season: CSU releases 2025 forecast
FOX 35's Brooks Garner explains Colorado State University's outlook for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. CSU is predicting a "below average" season.
FOX 35's Brooks Garner explains Colorado State University's outlook for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. CSU is predicting a "below average" season.
CSU hurricane season forecast explained | FULL
Colorado State University released its first forecast for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. FOX 35 meteorologists Noah Bergren and Laurel Blanchard explain the forecast, what it means, what we know, don't know, and changed to the tropical forecast zone.
Colorado State University released its first forecast for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. FOX 35 meteorologists Noah Bergren and Laurel Blanchard explain the forecast, what it means, what we know, don't know, and changed to the tropical forecast zone.
Atlantic hurricane season 2026: Here's Colorado State University's tropical forecast
The start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is less than two months away, and Colorado State University has released its first forecast for the upcoming season.
The start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is less than two months away, and Colorado State University has released its first forecast for the upcoming season.
Florida towns weigh budget cuts as property tax debate continues
Small towns across Florida are weighing budget cuts amid uncertainty over the future of property taxes, a key source of local revenue.
Small towns across Florida are weighing budget cuts amid uncertainty over the future of property taxes, a key source of local revenue.
Tourists charged after hauling dead alligator strapped on roof of car
Two tourists are facing felony charges after deputies say they strapped a dead alligator to the roof of their vehicle and drove across Central Florida.
Two tourists are facing felony charges after deputies say they strapped a dead alligator to the roof of their vehicle and drove across Central Florida.
2 dogs die after locked in car in 78 degree weather, DeLand Police say
A DeLand man was arrested on felony animal torture charges after his two dogs died of heat stroke inside a locked car at a Volusia County Walmart on April 6.
A DeLand man was arrested on felony animal torture charges after his two dogs died of heat stroke inside a locked car at a Volusia County Walmart on April 6.
Fisherman risks life to rescue great white shark caught on fishing line: ‘He didn’t hesitate’
Dramatic footage captured the moment a fisherman rescued a great white shark caught on a fishing line in Hermosa Beach, California on April 1.
Dramatic footage captured the moment a fisherman rescued a great white shark caught on a fishing line in Hermosa Beach, California on April 1.
Florida man arrested after 2 die in car from heat stroke
A Florida man, David Micale, was arrested after a man, appearing to be drunk near a DeLand Walmart, left his dogs in a car. Both dogs later died from heat stroke, deputies said.
A Florida man, David Micale, was arrested after a man, appearing to be drunk near a DeLand Walmart, left his dogs in a car. Both dogs later died from heat stroke, deputies said.
Tussock caterpillars: Woman hospitalized after contact with fuzzy Central Florida bug
A local woman is sounding the alarm on how dangerous the fuzzy tussock Caterpillars really are. She was hospitalized after coming into contact with one and says the pain is excruciating.
A local woman is sounding the alarm on how dangerous the fuzzy tussock Caterpillars really are. She was hospitalized after coming into contact with one and says the pain is excruciating.