Alachua School Board Chair defends Charlie Kirk comments
The Florida Board of Education said its keeping an eye on Tina Certain, Alachua County School Board Vice Chair, for her comments about Charlie Kirk days after his murder on Facebook. The board said the posts were "egregious for anyone to make, let alone an school board leader." Certain said the comment was made her personal Facebook profile, not one representing the board.
The Florida Board of Education said its keeping an eye on Tina Certain, Alachua County School Board Vice Chair, for her comments about Charlie Kirk days after his murder on Facebook. The board said the posts were "egregious for anyone to make, let alone an school board leader." Certain said the comment was made her personal Facebook profile, not one representing the board.
Orlando Police officer not charged in bystander's death
An officer with the Orlando Police Department, Christopher Moulton, won't face charges in a February incident in which a bystander died during a police pursuit. The chase ended with Gerald Neal, 56, trapped under the suspect's car. A state attorney says there's not enough proof to charge Moulton with manslaughter, with not enough proof of negligence on his part.
An officer with the Orlando Police Department, Christopher Moulton, won't face charges in a February incident in which a bystander died during a police pursuit. The chase ended with Gerald Neal, 56, trapped under the suspect's car. A state attorney says there's not enough proof to charge Moulton with manslaughter, with not enough proof of negligence on his part.
MCO faces delays after government shutdown ending
Flights at Orlando International Airport are still operating with a 6% reduction, even after government shutdown ended and air traffic control workers are back to work. The FAA says they want to keep monitoring and make sure its safe before flights ramp back up. At this time, there’s no need to additional flight cuts, the FAA said, but they’ll continue to monitor flight traffic.
Flights at Orlando International Airport are still operating with a 6% reduction, even after government shutdown ended and air traffic control workers are back to work. The FAA says they want to keep monitoring and make sure its safe before flights ramp back up. At this time, there’s no need to additional flight cuts, the FAA said, but they’ll continue to monitor flight traffic.
Blue Origin New Glenn Mission NG-2 headed to Mars with NASA's Escapade spacecraft
Blue Origin's New Glen NG-2 Mission successfully launched from Florida's Launch Complex 36 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station en route to Mars with NASA's Escapade spacecraft.
Blue Origin's New Glen NG-2 Mission successfully launched from Florida's Launch Complex 36 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station en route to Mars with NASA's Escapade spacecraft.
Boy, 8, gives Narcan to father after overdose, sheriff says: 'His courage undoubtedly saved his dad’s life'
An 8-year-old Florida boy saved his father’s life this week after using Narcan to reverse a suspected heroin overdose, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
An 8-year-old Florida boy saved his father’s life this week after using Narcan to reverse a suspected heroin overdose, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Family fights for stricter Florida laws on pool features after daughter's drowning death
The mother of Mia Xu, who died after drowning on an Orlando hotel pool last year, spreads awareness about child drowning rates in Florida to help change the law about the safety of pool features in this state.
The mother of Mia Xu, who died after drowning on an Orlando hotel pool last year, spreads awareness about child drowning rates in Florida to help change the law about the safety of pool features in this state.
8-year-old boy uses Narcan to save father’s life, deputies say
An 8-year-old boy in Edgewater saved his father’s life this week after using Narcan to reverse a suspected heroin overdose, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said the boy’s father, 44-year-old Daniel Johnson, had shown his son earlier in the day how to administer the medication “in case something happened.”
An 8-year-old boy in Edgewater saved his father’s life this week after using Narcan to reverse a suspected heroin overdose, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said the boy’s father, 44-year-old Daniel Johnson, had shown his son earlier in the day how to administer the medication “in case something happened.”
Universal Orlando launches $220 'Freedom Pass' for military members
Universal Orlando has a special annual pass just for members of the military and their families.
Universal Orlando has a special annual pass just for members of the military and their families.
Corvette driver was going 110 mph before crash: FHP
A driver who crashed into a Jeep on Nov. 1, allegedly killing two people, was reportedly traveling 110mph, FHP said.
A driver who crashed into a Jeep on Nov. 1, allegedly killing two people, was reportedly traveling 110mph, FHP said.
Floridians feel lingering effects of government shutdown
President Donald Trump on Wednesday night signed legislation to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Experts say the return to normal operations could take time. University of Central Florida political analyst Dr. Larry Walker told FOX 35 that “relief at airports will be slow and steady,” with normal schedules likely resuming over several days.
President Donald Trump on Wednesday night signed legislation to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Experts say the return to normal operations could take time. University of Central Florida political analyst Dr. Larry Walker told FOX 35 that “relief at airports will be slow and steady,” with normal schedules likely resuming over several days.
Edgewater woman running pop-up food pantry out of front yard
While the government shutdown may have brought relief to many federal employees, food insecurity continues to weigh on families. In Edgewater, resident Katie Williams has turned her front yard into a free 24-hour food pantry stocked with canned goods, diapers, and toiletries.
While the government shutdown may have brought relief to many federal employees, food insecurity continues to weigh on families. In Edgewater, resident Katie Williams has turned her front yard into a free 24-hour food pantry stocked with canned goods, diapers, and toiletries.
Repairs continue on collapsed bridge in Eustis neighborhood
Two weeks after a bridge in Eustis partially collapsed, crews have made significant progress restoring the vital crossing that connects 21 homes to the main road.
Two weeks after a bridge in Eustis partially collapsed, crews have made significant progress restoring the vital crossing that connects 21 homes to the main road.
3D motion technology transforms ACL recovery
Orlando Health’s Jewett Orthopedic Institute has introduced a new 3D motion analysis system designed to make ACL recovery safer and more precise.
Orlando Health’s Jewett Orthopedic Institute has introduced a new 3D motion analysis system designed to make ACL recovery safer and more precise.
Thousands in The Villages could be forced to switch insurance or doctors
The Villages Health System LLC filed for bankruptcy back in July. That case is still active; they just filed a proposed order on Nov. 12, seeking permission to borrow additional funds.
The Villages Health System LLC filed for bankruptcy back in July. That case is still active; they just filed a proposed order on Nov. 12, seeking permission to borrow additional funds.
Florida set to execute 16th inmate this year for 1979 murder of 6-year-old girl
Florida is scheduled to carry out its 16th execution of the year Thursday, marking a record pace for the state.
Florida is scheduled to carry out its 16th execution of the year Thursday, marking a record pace for the state.
Thousands in The Villages could be forced to switch insurance
The Villages Health System LLC filed for bankruptcy back in July. That case is still active; they just filed a proposed order on Nov. 12, seeking permission to borrow additional funds. After some back-and-forth, the company was able to sell the majority of its assets to CenterWell, whose parent company is Humana Inc.
The Villages Health System LLC filed for bankruptcy back in July. That case is still active; they just filed a proposed order on Nov. 12, seeking permission to borrow additional funds. After some back-and-forth, the company was able to sell the majority of its assets to CenterWell, whose parent company is Humana Inc.
Northern Lights in Florida: Where to see them, best time to look up, how to take photos
Central Florida residents were treated to a rare light show Tuesday night as the aurora borealis, or Northern Lights, lit up skies from Sanford to Satellite Beach. Another show is possible on Wednesday.
Central Florida residents were treated to a rare light show Tuesday night as the aurora borealis, or Northern Lights, lit up skies from Sanford to Satellite Beach. Another show is possible on Wednesday.
Parking garage worker allegedly stole $57K in fees: Audit
An audit by the Orange County Comptroller allegedly found that a parking garage employee had secretly taken $57,000 in parking fees. Those missing fees went unnoticed until the audit was conducted, the report said, adding that it went unnoticed for a while due to surveillance cameras not being installed in the toll booths.
An audit by the Orange County Comptroller allegedly found that a parking garage employee had secretly taken $57,000 in parking fees. Those missing fees went unnoticed until the audit was conducted, the report said, adding that it went unnoticed for a while due to surveillance cameras not being installed in the toll booths.
EPIC Universe expansion | Experts guess what's coming
A new permit filed by Universal last week indicates that the resort is getting ready for an expansion project at Epic Universe. A new construction permit filed last week with Orange County shows that Universal is planning site development work at an address that corresponds with the new park. The permit specifically calls for "site utilities" and "foundation" work for a 150,000-square-foot project. Beyond that, the permit doesn't offer any details about what the project is or where exactly in the park it will be.
A new permit filed by Universal last week indicates that the resort is getting ready for an expansion project at Epic Universe. A new construction permit filed last week with Orange County shows that Universal is planning site development work at an address that corresponds with the new park. The permit specifically calls for "site utilities" and "foundation" work for a 150,000-square-foot project. Beyond that, the permit doesn't offer any details about what the project is or where exactly in the park it will be.
No bond for teen accused of killing classmate
An Orange County teen – who was charged with manslaughter in connection to a deadly shooting on a basketball court – was denied bond in court on Nov. 12. Jacori Redding, 15, is accused of shooting and killing his classmate at an Orange County public park. Orange County Judge Cherish Adams granted a pre-trial detention for Redding, meaning he’ll remain in jail while he's awaiting trial. Bond was denied.
An Orange County teen – who was charged with manslaughter in connection to a deadly shooting on a basketball court – was denied bond in court on Nov. 12. Jacori Redding, 15, is accused of shooting and killing his classmate at an Orange County public park. Orange County Judge Cherish Adams granted a pre-trial detention for Redding, meaning he’ll remain in jail while he's awaiting trial. Bond was denied.