Jacoby Tillman update: Motion to revoke bond filed
Jacoby Tillman, accused of grabbing a girl on an Orange County trail, made bond, but now got turned in on Oct. 9 for allegedly threatening a witness who turned him in on social media. Florida state prosecutors want Tillman's bond revoked.
Mims residents demand fixes for constant flooding issues
Tired residents think its "absurd" that drains aren't being fixed after multiple storms flood their areas and won't drain. FOX 35's Esther Bower reported that residents ask for the area to be "de-mucked" to allow for more water to flow. Brevard County Commissioner Katie Delaney wants engineers to study flooding in an area before a rezoning goes through, Bower reported.
Driver's joyride destroys Florida golf course green
Over $161,000 in damages were done to the Venetian Bay Golf Club in New Smyrna Beach as footage shows a pick up driver doing donuts in the second hole putting green around 3:30 a.m., Oct. 20. Now, the golf course is hoping the grass won't go dormant as winter kicks in, potentially pushing back the restoration to April 2026, FOX 35's Marie Edinger reported.
Attempted kidnapping suspect wanted in Osceola County: officials
Officials with the Osceola County Sheriff's Office are seeking the public's assistance in finding a suspect after an attempted kidnapping early Saturday morning, according to deputies. Deputies were called out to the area of E. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway around 4 a.m. after the victim said she was walking in the area toward the intersection of Cross Prairie Parkway when a man in a silver SUV stopped in front of her. The victim entered the vehicle believing the man to be an Uber driver, according to officials. Deputies said while driving on Cross Prairie Parkway, the victim demanded to be let out after the man began making sexual comments.
Lake County officials raise concerns over landfill expansion near sensitive water feature
The City of Mount Dora is home to an extremely unique water feature called the Wolf Branch Sink, which has a direct path to the aquifer. Right next to it is a landfill that officials in Lake County fear could pollute the water.
Roblox facing several Central Florida lawsuits questioning the company's safety features
Roblox is a free gaming app you can download onto a phone, tablet, computer, or gaming console and encourages users to interact with one another. Now, there are three lawsuits from Central Florida filed recently, all claiming the interaction is often predatory and criminal.
New I-4 express lanes, 'air taxi' testing facility part of latest transportation initiatives
A set of major infrastructure initiatives aimed at reducing traffic congestion along parts of Interstate 4 were unveiled on Friday.
Orange County security guards save man from burning car
Now hailed as heroes by Orange County government officials, two orange county security guards saved a man who crashed his car into the Northwest Water Reclamation Facility in Apopka. The security guards acted quickly as one pulled the driver from his burning car and the second guard called first responders.
Meet 'Billie': Doh found tied to pole in Winter Sperings
A family in Winter Springs tried to get last-second tickets to see Billie Eilish in Orlando. That didn't work out, but they think it was meant to be. On their way home, ticketless, they pulled into their neighborhood and found a dog tied to a pole. They're now trying to find the dog her forever home. "She is the sweetest dog ever. Everyone who comes up, like our friends have been coming over and seeing her and she's so lovable and just the sweet dog ever," the daughter said.
Sanford Oktoberfest: What to expect this weekend
Hollerbach's German Restaurant kicks off its 21st Octoberfest. This two-day event offers food, drinks and entertainment Oct. 17-18.
Palm Bay Councilman sues city over Council's censure
Palm Bay councilman Chandler Langevin says his comments made about immigrants fall under free speech. Following the decision in an Oct. 16 meeting to censure Langevin's vote, he's now suing under his first amendment rights. However, some say the lawsuit is a plan to pull money from the city.
FOX 35 Investigates: Is landfills proximity to aquifer a concern?
Lake County officials fear after heavy rainfall, chemicals can be carried into a county-run lake called Wolf Branch Sink. The United States Geological Survey, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Lake County Water Authority and a private environmental engineer told FOX 35 water from the Wolf Branch Sink drains straight into the aquifer.
'Come Out With Pride' Orlando this weekend: Preview
"Come Out With Pride" starts this Saturday in Orlando. The event will feature a parade, live entertainment, and a variety of activities designed to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz is live with the details.
Service dog survives rattlesnake bite after life-saving ER trip in Ocala
Konah is a good dog. He became part of the family when he was needed the most. Recently, he went outside to use the bathroom and returned unusually early. That's when his owner knew something wasn't right.
Special needs horse therapy center in Cocoa struggling with flooding: 'Really hard'
It’s been a wet month all across Central Florida, and low-lying areas are feeling that even more. The Harmony Farms Equine Assisted Therapy off Pluckebaum Road is underwater.
Orlando-area church leader accused of fraudulently obtaining life insurance policy
An Orlando-area pastor is accused of conspiring with an insurance agent to fraudulently apply for a life insurance policy using a Wisconsin woman’s identity without her consent, according to an arrest affidavit.
What were those bright, shiny clouds in the sky? Here's the answer
On Thursday morning, beautiful noctilucent clouds were spotted off the Florida Coast.
Viral Walt Disney World photographer honored with huge award
It is hard not to smile when Walt Disney World PhotoPass Photographer Willie Jackson is looking back at you.
Palm Bay council considers to vote on censuring member
The Palm Bay City Council to vote Thursday evening on whether to censure Councilman Chandler Langevin following his social media comments about immigrants.
Kissimmee junkyard fire burns for hours
A fire broke out at a Kissimmee junkyard Thursday afternoon, with high columns of smoke visible from the sky. It was then a suppression operation as 34 fire units fought a scrapyard fire at S. Orange Blossom Trail in Kissimmee, Oct. 16. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.