Florida woman hospitalized from tussock caterpillars: 'Stay away'
"All I could do was just scream." Nicole Herndon said she felt as if every inch of her body was on fire after she came into contact with a tussock caterpillar at her Mims home. Now, Herndon is cautioning people to stay aware and stay away from the caterpillars.
"All I could do was just scream." Nicole Herndon said she felt as if every inch of her body was on fire after she came into contact with a tussock caterpillar at her Mims home. Now, Herndon is cautioning people to stay aware and stay away from the caterpillars.
No more property taxes? Indialantic considers eliminating police call center
In Indialantic, Florida, the city is discussing whether to get rid of its police call center and move dispatchers to the sheriff's office. The police and fire dispatch costs the city around $500,000 per year. This discussion comes after legislators in Tallahassee are arguing to get rid of property taxes.
In Indialantic, Florida, the city is discussing whether to get rid of its police call center and move dispatchers to the sheriff's office. The police and fire dispatch costs the city around $500,000 per year. This discussion comes after legislators in Tallahassee are arguing to get rid of property taxes.
Deputy tricked by deepfake video on social media; suspect arrested
A South Florida man, Alexis Martínez-Arizala, was arrested after authorities accuse him a false reporting, after he allegedly told a Seminole County deputy that people were in his squad car, when the video was artificially created. Arizala is being extradited from Puerto Rico where he was arrested.
A South Florida man, Alexis Martínez-Arizala, was arrested after authorities accuse him a false reporting, after he allegedly told a Seminole County deputy that people were in his squad car, when the video was artificially created. Arizala is being extradited from Puerto Rico where he was arrested.
911 call, body cam released of arrest after 2 window workers shot
Newly released body camera footage shows the arrest of a driver who fled from Winter Park to Lake Mary after two window workers were shot.
Newly released body camera footage shows the arrest of a driver who fled from Winter Park to Lake Mary after two window workers were shot.
Artemis II: What happens after splashdown?
During a press briefing on April 8, NASA discussed the splashdown of the Artemis II. The crew is expected to splashdown in the Pacific Ocean, off the coast of Southern California, on Friday night, April 10. NASA explains how the Orion spacecraft will re-enter Earth's atmosphere and a step-by-step guide of what happens during splashdown, and after splashdown.
During a press briefing on April 8, NASA discussed the splashdown of the Artemis II. The crew is expected to splashdown in the Pacific Ocean, off the coast of Southern California, on Friday night, April 10. NASA explains how the Orion spacecraft will re-enter Earth's atmosphere and a step-by-step guide of what happens during splashdown, and after splashdown.
Artemis II splashdown: Where will crew land, how does that happen?
During a press briefing on April 8, NASA discussed the splashdown of the Artemis II. The crew is expected to splashdown in the Pacific Ocean, off the coast of Southern California, on Friday night, April 10. NASA explains how the Orion spacecraft will re-enter Earth's atmosphere and a step-by-step guide of what happens during splashdown.
During a press briefing on April 8, NASA discussed the splashdown of the Artemis II. The crew is expected to splashdown in the Pacific Ocean, off the coast of Southern California, on Friday night, April 10. NASA explains how the Orion spacecraft will re-enter Earth's atmosphere and a step-by-step guide of what happens during splashdown.
No arrests after 2 hurt in shooting near University Central Florida
Two men were hurt in a shooting that took place near the University of Central Florida on April 8. Deputies reported that the men were transported to the hospital, but have not disclosed whether an arrest has been made in connection to this incident.
Two men were hurt in a shooting that took place near the University of Central Florida on April 8. Deputies reported that the men were transported to the hospital, but have not disclosed whether an arrest has been made in connection to this incident.
2 sailboats wash up on New Smyrna Beach amid rough wave conditions
Amid the fast 40 mile per hour wind and 14 foot waves, two sailboats were found washed on the shore of New Smyrna Beach. A couple in the boat, who called 911, are expected to be Ok.
Amid the fast 40 mile per hour wind and 14 foot waves, two sailboats were found washed on the shore of New Smyrna Beach. A couple in the boat, who called 911, are expected to be Ok.
Florida Film Festival debuts 160 groundbreaking films
Wade Neal, Executive Director of the Enzian Theater and Tim Anderson, Programming Manager with the Enzian Theater join FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to preview the Florida Film Festival, showcasing 160 films from 31 countries at the Enzian Theater in Orlando, featuring directors and filmmakers speaking with attendees about their works live at the Enzian Theater and local Regal Theaters the Florida Film Festival partners with.
Wade Neal, Executive Director of the Enzian Theater and Tim Anderson, Programming Manager with the Enzian Theater join FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to preview the Florida Film Festival, showcasing 160 films from 31 countries at the Enzian Theater in Orlando, featuring directors and filmmakers speaking with attendees about their works live at the Enzian Theater and local Regal Theaters the Florida Film Festival partners with.
New video: Sumter County vs train crash caught on camera
New video obtained by FOX 35 shows a Sumter County school bus, driven by Yvonne Hampton, slowly inching forward across railroad tracks in Bushnell as a CSX train sweeps by and hits the back of the train. Hampton has now been charged with 29 counts of child neglect.
New video obtained by FOX 35 shows a Sumter County school bus, driven by Yvonne Hampton, slowly inching forward across railroad tracks in Bushnell as a CSX train sweeps by and hits the back of the train. Hampton has now been charged with 29 counts of child neglect.
Edgewater crews pump lakes in preparation for flooding
The city of Edgewater is planning ahead in anticipation of flooding by draining a pond and emptying the water into a lagoon as heavy rains persist.
The city of Edgewater is planning ahead in anticipation of flooding by draining a pond and emptying the water into a lagoon as heavy rains persist.
Former Sumter County bus driver released on bond
Yvonne Hampton, 67, was released on bond in Sumter County after being charged with child neglect after a train crashed into a school bus with students on it. FOX 35 crews caught Hampton leaving the jail on April 7.
Yvonne Hampton, 67, was released on bond in Sumter County after being charged with child neglect after a train crashed into a school bus with students on it. FOX 35 crews caught Hampton leaving the jail on April 7.
Florida man accused of killing his mom: 'God told him to do it'
A Sumter County man, Derek Vaughn, is accused of killing his mother, claiming "God told him to do it." Investigators say the mother was on the phone saying her son was going to kill her. Vaughn stabbed his mother and later shot her, deputies say.
A Sumter County man, Derek Vaughn, is accused of killing his mother, claiming "God told him to do it." Investigators say the mother was on the phone saying her son was going to kill her. Vaughn stabbed his mother and later shot her, deputies say.
6 neglected horses rescued after owners arrested
After horses at an Ocala horse rescue were found neglected and the owners were arrested, the horse are now under the care of a rescue.
After horses at an Ocala horse rescue were found neglected and the owners were arrested, the horse are now under the care of a rescue.
Couple rescued after sailboat Ponce Inlet crash amid high waves
A couple was rescued after their sailboat crashed into the jetty in Ponce Inlet during a High Surf Advisory.
A couple was rescued after their sailboat crashed into the jetty in Ponce Inlet during a High Surf Advisory.
Former Sumter County school bus driver released on $30K bond
A now former Sumter County school bus driver, Yvonne Hampton, 67, was released on a $30,000 bond after being charged with 29 counts of child neglect -- $1,000 per count.
A now former Sumter County school bus driver, Yvonne Hampton, 67, was released on a $30,000 bond after being charged with 29 counts of child neglect -- $1,000 per count.
Florida teen allegedly swung, kicked baby alligator, deputies say
A Florida 14-year-old is potentially facing charges after surveillance video showed him picking up a baby alligator by its tail and swinging it around his head, and kicking dirt onto it, according to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office. The teenager was arrested and booked into the juvenile detention center for possessing or harming an alligator without approval from the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission, a level 4 felony, according to the arrest affidavit.
A Florida 14-year-old is potentially facing charges after surveillance video showed him picking up a baby alligator by its tail and swinging it around his head, and kicking dirt onto it, according to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office. The teenager was arrested and booked into the juvenile detention center for possessing or harming an alligator without approval from the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission, a level 4 felony, according to the arrest affidavit.
Florida mom charged with murder in newborn's death
Anne Demegillo, 20, has been indicted on a charge of first-degree murder in the death of a newborn. The Flagler County Sheriff's Office said Demegillo delivered the newborn in a toilet, where she allegedly let it drown. She then hid the newborn in a duffle bag in a closet, then buried her in a shallow grave, officials said. She's also facing charges of aggravated child abuse and failure to report the death of a person with intent to conceal the death. The woman initially told deputies that she did not know she was pregnant. In a March court appearance, attorneys for Demegillo described the incident as an "isolated episode."
Anne Demegillo, 20, has been indicted on a charge of first-degree murder in the death of a newborn. The Flagler County Sheriff's Office said Demegillo delivered the newborn in a toilet, where she allegedly let it drown. She then hid the newborn in a duffle bag in a closet, then buried her in a shallow grave, officials said. She's also facing charges of aggravated child abuse and failure to report the death of a person with intent to conceal the death. The woman initially told deputies that she did not know she was pregnant. In a March court appearance, attorneys for Demegillo described the incident as an "isolated episode."
Florida woman accused of impersonating nurse reaches plea deal
Autumn Bardisa, a Florida woman accused of impersonating a registered nurse, pleaded no contest to her charges in court on Tuesday, April 7, and was sentenced to five years probation.
Autumn Bardisa, a Florida woman accused of impersonating a registered nurse, pleaded no contest to her charges in court on Tuesday, April 7, and was sentenced to five years probation.
Iran War: Will Iran reopen Strait of Hormuz by Trump's deadline?
President Donald Trump has demanded that Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz by 8 p.m. Tuesday. The Strait of Hormuz is a major shipping lane for oil and fuel. Iran has closed it amid the ongoing conflict in Iran. President Trump has posted strongly-worded threats towards Iran amid negotiations on his Truth Social platform.
President Donald Trump has demanded that Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz by 8 p.m. Tuesday. The Strait of Hormuz is a major shipping lane for oil and fuel. Iran has closed it amid the ongoing conflict in Iran. President Trump has posted strongly-worded threats towards Iran amid negotiations on his Truth Social platform.