Judge rejects more delays in FSU mass shooting case
A judge on Tuesday rejected another request to delay deadlines in the case against Phoenix Ikner, the man accused in last year’s deadly mass shooting at Florida State University.
A judge on Tuesday rejected another request to delay deadlines in the case against Phoenix Ikner, the man accused in last year’s deadly mass shooting at Florida State University.
Daytona Beach daycare teacher accused of child abuse
A daycare teacher in Daytona Beach has been fired and charged with child abuse following an investigation into an alleged incident involving a child at The Chiles Academy, police said.
A daycare teacher in Daytona Beach has been fired and charged with child abuse following an investigation into an alleged incident involving a child at The Chiles Academy, police said.
Florida hurricane season: Sen. Rick Scott talks preparation | FULL
Florida Sen. Rick Scott and the National Hurricane Center held a news conference on Tuesday, May 26, in Miami, where officials talked about how to prepare for the 2026 hurricane season. Officials reminded Floridians and tourists to prepare early for the upcoming hurricane season, which starts on June 1 and ends on November 30.
Florida Sen. Rick Scott and the National Hurricane Center held a news conference on Tuesday, May 26, in Miami, where officials talked about how to prepare for the 2026 hurricane season. Officials reminded Floridians and tourists to prepare early for the upcoming hurricane season, which starts on June 1 and ends on November 30.
Is 'Alligator Alcatraz' closing? Florida congressman speaks at ICE detention center
State leaders are addressing the rumored June closure of the Everglades Detention Facility, known as "Alligator Alcatraz." A May 26 press conference comes before a tour of the facility.
State leaders are addressing the rumored June closure of the Everglades Detention Facility, known as "Alligator Alcatraz." A May 26 press conference comes before a tour of the facility.
Michael Millett: Judge urges speed in case where dog mauled child to death
A judge on Tuesday set an October trial date in the case involving the deadly dog mauling of 8-year-old Michael Millett, while criticizing prosecutors over delays in the proceedings.
A judge on Tuesday set an October trial date in the case involving the deadly dog mauling of 8-year-old Michael Millett, while criticizing prosecutors over delays in the proceedings.
Quarantine extended for sloths surrendered by Sloth World owner
The quarantine period has been extended to 90 days for six sloths surrendered by the owner of Sloth World, as Florida wildlife officials consider a permanent ban on importing wild sloths.
The quarantine period has been extended to 90 days for six sloths surrendered by the owner of Sloth World, as Florida wildlife officials consider a permanent ban on importing wild sloths.
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket has been cleared to fly again after the Federal Aviation Administration concluded its investigation into an April launch failure that grounded the company for several weeks.
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket has been cleared to fly again after the Federal Aviation Administration concluded its investigation into an April launch failure that grounded the company for several weeks.
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket has been cleared to fly again after the Federal Aviation Administration concluded its investigation into an April launch failure that grounded the company for several weeks.
Sargassum seaweed piles up on Space Coast beaches
Large amounts of sargassum seaweed are washing onto beaches along Florida’s Space Coast, covering parts of Brevard County shorelines with thick, foul-smelling algae as researchers warn the problem could worsen through the summer.
Large amounts of sargassum seaweed are washing onto beaches along Florida’s Space Coast, covering parts of Brevard County shorelines with thick, foul-smelling algae as researchers warn the problem could worsen through the summer.
Woman killed in shooting in Apopka, deputies say
Orange County deputies are investigating a deadly shooting that happened Monday evening in Apopka.
Orange County deputies are investigating a deadly shooting that happened Monday evening in Apopka.
Lightning strike kills cattle on Marion County farm, NWS says
A lightning strike killed four cows and a calf on a Marion County farm during severe thunderstorms over the weekend, according to the National Weather Service in Jacksonville and the farm owner.
A lightning strike killed four cows and a calf on a Marion County farm during severe thunderstorms over the weekend, according to the National Weather Service in Jacksonville and the farm owner.
FAA clears Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket to fly again as company announces major Florida expansion
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket has been cleared to return to flight after a failed April mission grounded the company for several weeks.
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket has been cleared to return to flight after a failed April mission grounded the company for several weeks.
Family visiting Central Florida says dog died after attack at Kissimmee vacation rental
What was supposed to be a relaxing Central Florida vacation ended in heartbreak for one visiting family.
What was supposed to be a relaxing Central Florida vacation ended in heartbreak for one visiting family.
Family visiting Central Florida says dog died after attack
What was supposed to be a relaxing Central Florida vacation ended in heartbreak for one visiting family. Susan Lawson says her 11-year-old golden retriever, Brodie, died after being attacked by another dog.
What was supposed to be a relaxing Central Florida vacation ended in heartbreak for one visiting family. Susan Lawson says her 11-year-old golden retriever, Brodie, died after being attacked by another dog.
Memorial Day in Central Florida: Honoring, mourning those lost
Several ceremonies and remembrances were held across Central Florida on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, to honor and remember those lost while defending the United States of America.
Several ceremonies and remembrances were held across Central Florida on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, to honor and remember those lost while defending the United States of America.
Expert: 'How in the world can this big of a mistake be made?'
Lindsay Issacs spent nearly two weeks in jail after being wrongfully arrested in connection to a deadly crash that happened months earlier. She has since been released from jail and the charges filed against her have been dropped. And a new person has been arrested and charged. However, the damage has been done, Isaacs told FOX 35, alongside her attorneys. Former FBI agent Jennifer Coffindaffer has one question: "How in the world could this big of a mistake be made?"
Lindsay Issacs spent nearly two weeks in jail after being wrongfully arrested in connection to a deadly crash that happened months earlier. She has since been released from jail and the charges filed against her have been dropped. And a new person has been arrested and charged. However, the damage has been done, Isaacs told FOX 35, alongside her attorneys. Former FBI agent Jennifer Coffindaffer has one question: "How in the world could this big of a mistake be made?"
Heavy rain floods popular Tavares waterfront bar, Lake Harris Hideaway
Heavy rain caused flooding at a popular waterfront bar in Lake County over the weekend, forcing a band to stop performing as water rushed through the building.
Heavy rain caused flooding at a popular waterfront bar in Lake County over the weekend, forcing a band to stop performing as water rushed through the building.
Heavy rains flood Lake Harris Hideaway bar
Lake Harris Hideaway Bar in Lake County was open on Monday, Memorial Day, after strong thunderstorms on Saturday caused flash flooding inside the bar. Video showed a mass rush of water flow into the bar, including where a band was playing. The bar's owner said some fencing, tables, and boards were damaged, but all that matters is that everyone -- the staff, customers, and band -- were OK and safe.
Lake Harris Hideaway Bar in Lake County was open on Monday, Memorial Day, after strong thunderstorms on Saturday caused flash flooding inside the bar. Video showed a mass rush of water flow into the bar, including where a band was playing. The bar's owner said some fencing, tables, and boards were damaged, but all that matters is that everyone -- the staff, customers, and band -- were OK and safe.
High rip current warning at Florida's beaches
As many hit the beaches in Florida for Memorial Day, there is a high rip current risk.
As many hit the beaches in Florida for Memorial Day, there is a high rip current risk.
Florida dad remembers daughter hit, killed at New Smyrna Beach
Avery Lynn Sexton was the "happiest little girl you could ever meet," her dad, Dante Sexton, told FOX 35's Marie Edinger. Little Avery, who would have turned 2 in July, darted into a traffic lane on the beach, where she was hit. She died at the hospital. On Monday, a makeshift memorial with photos and notes was created on the beach.
Avery Lynn Sexton was the "happiest little girl you could ever meet," her dad, Dante Sexton, told FOX 35's Marie Edinger. Little Avery, who would have turned 2 in July, darted into a traffic lane on the beach, where she was hit. She died at the hospital. On Monday, a makeshift memorial with photos and notes was created on the beach.
New photos, names of rescued sloths at Central Florida Zoo
It has been 30 days since 13 dehydrated, underweight, and ill sloths shipped to Florida, intended to be part of the Sloth World Orlando attraction, were rescued from a warehouse in Orange County and brought to the Central Florida Zoo for emergency care.
It has been 30 days since 13 dehydrated, underweight, and ill sloths shipped to Florida, intended to be part of the Sloth World Orlando attraction, were rescued from a warehouse in Orange County and brought to the Central Florida Zoo for emergency care.