Drones used to drop drugs onto jail grounds
The Orange County Jail is investigating whether contraband has been dropped onto the jail grounds via drones, and the facility is now working to implement new procedures and technology to prevent this.
The Orange County Jail is investigating whether contraband has been dropped onto the jail grounds via drones, and the facility is now working to implement new procedures and technology to prevent this.
Florida back-to-school tax holiday kicks off
Monday kicks of Florida's back-to-school tax holiday where shoppers can buy specific items tax-free. Some of those items include school supplies, personal computers, shoes, and more
Monday kicks of Florida's back-to-school tax holiday where shoppers can buy specific items tax-free. Some of those items include school supplies, personal computers, shoes, and more
Disney seeks dismissal of DeSantis lawsuit
Disney is asking a Florida judge on Friday to toss out a lawsuit against the company?s efforts to neutralize a takeover of Disney World?s governing district by Gov. Ron DeSantis and his appointees.
Disney is asking a Florida judge on Friday to toss out a lawsuit against the company?s efforts to neutralize a takeover of Disney World?s governing district by Gov. Ron DeSantis and his appointees.
Florida's home insurance crisis and climate
Insurance rates nationwide have jumped 9% this year. Computer models are predicting a steady increase in severe weather events like hurricanes, tornadoes and oppressive heat and that is pushing premiums higher everywhere as the industry factors in more catastrophic losses. The Florida legislature has passed bills to try to stabilize rates, focusing on subsidizing the private market and making it harder to sue private insurance companies. However, companies continue to pull out of the Sunshine State.
Insurance rates nationwide have jumped 9% this year. Computer models are predicting a steady increase in severe weather events like hurricanes, tornadoes and oppressive heat and that is pushing premiums higher everywhere as the industry factors in more catastrophic losses. The Florida legislature has passed bills to try to stabilize rates, focusing on subsidizing the private market and making it harder to sue private insurance companies. However, companies continue to pull out of the Sunshine State.
Florida suitcase murder trial delayed
The trial for Sarah Boone has been delayed. The Florida woman is accused of zipping up her boyfriend inside a suitcase and leaving him to die. She is now expected to go to trial in October.
The trial for Sarah Boone has been delayed. The Florida woman is accused of zipping up her boyfriend inside a suitcase and leaving him to die. She is now expected to go to trial in October.
Sheriff Grady Judd gains national attention
His way with words gets a lot of attention. Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd has a huge following both in Central Florida and across the country.
His way with words gets a lot of attention. Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd has a huge following both in Central Florida and across the country.
'Armed fisherman' promotes gun law loophole
Floridians can now carry a firearm without a permit in most places, as long as the weapon is concealed and they?re not a felon. However, some are still pushing the envelope, using a loophole in state law to carry guns out in the open. A YouTube video shot in Sanford a couple of years ago shows Michael Taylor, the so-called ?Armed Fisherman,? walking down the street. He?s armed with two guns and a fishing pole.
Floridians can now carry a firearm without a permit in most places, as long as the weapon is concealed and they?re not a felon. However, some are still pushing the envelope, using a loophole in state law to carry guns out in the open. A YouTube video shot in Sanford a couple of years ago shows Michael Taylor, the so-called ?Armed Fisherman,? walking down the street. He?s armed with two guns and a fishing pole.
Made in Central Florida: Teleties
Every day is a busy day for employees at Teleties in Maitland, Florida. The hair accessory company that combines fashion and function has quickly gained popularity.
Every day is a busy day for employees at Teleties in Maitland, Florida. The hair accessory company that combines fashion and function has quickly gained popularity.
Seminole Commission to discuss water quality
The Seminole County Commission will meet on Tuesday to discuss reports of contaminated water in the northwestern part of the county believed to be tied to a defunct chemical factory.
The Seminole County Commission will meet on Tuesday to discuss reports of contaminated water in the northwestern part of the county believed to be tied to a defunct chemical factory.
1 dead after shooting on Semoran Blvd
A fight that led to a shooting claimed the life of a man in Orlando
A fight that led to a shooting claimed the life of a man in Orlando
Florida man allegedly shoots, kills wife
An 80-year-old man was arrested for allegedly shooting and killing his wide, according to Florida police. Nicholas Coulantes, 80, is facing one count of second degree homicide, the Sanford Police Department said.
An 80-year-old man was arrested for allegedly shooting and killing his wide, according to Florida police. Nicholas Coulantes, 80, is facing one count of second degree homicide, the Sanford Police Department said.
Melbourne homes riddled with bullets
One person was injured in a shooting and three homes were riddled with bullets after gunfire rang out in a Melbourne, Florida neighborhood
One person was injured in a shooting and three homes were riddled with bullets after gunfire rang out in a Melbourne, Florida neighborhood
Reliving congestion on I-4 near Disney
In May, FOX 35 News reported on reckless merging onto Interstate 4 near Walt Disney World Resort, with drivers cruising over muddy trails where State Road 417 merges into the roadway. Less than two months later, metal barriers have been erected to stop it from happening again.
In May, FOX 35 News reported on reckless merging onto Interstate 4 near Walt Disney World Resort, with drivers cruising over muddy trails where State Road 417 merges into the roadway. Less than two months later, metal barriers have been erected to stop it from happening again.
Explosion risk at Tampa children's clinic
A children's clinic in Tampa was at risk of explosion after MRI batteries were on the verge of exploding.
A children's clinic in Tampa was at risk of explosion after MRI batteries were on the verge of exploding.
New barrier on I-4 near Disney
In May, FOX 35 News reported on reckless merging onto Interstate 4 near Walt Disney World Resort, with drivers cruising over muddy trails where State Road 417 merges into the roadway.
In May, FOX 35 News reported on reckless merging onto Interstate 4 near Walt Disney World Resort, with drivers cruising over muddy trails where State Road 417 merges into the roadway.
Man goes overboard Carnival ship: officials
Crews are searching for a man who reportedly jumped off a Carnival Cruise Line ship near the coast of Florida, the US Coast Guard confirmed with FOX 35 News Monday morning. The 30-year-old was on the Carnival Elation when he jumped overboard about 95 nautical miles east of Melbourne in Brevard County.
Crews are searching for a man who reportedly jumped off a Carnival Cruise Line ship near the coast of Florida, the US Coast Guard confirmed with FOX 35 News Monday morning. The 30-year-old was on the Carnival Elation when he jumped overboard about 95 nautical miles east of Melbourne in Brevard County.
Adopt-A-Pet: Meet Candy Corn
Candy Corn, a 5-year-old large mixed breed dog, is looking for her forever home. She is available for adoption at the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando Shelter.
Candy Corn, a 5-year-old large mixed breed dog, is looking for her forever home. She is available for adoption at the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando Shelter.
Fewer lifeguard towers in Volusia County
Volusia County Beach Patrol is looking for solutions to its extensive staffing shortage. Deputy Chief Tammy Malphurs with Volusia County Beach Patrol said if conditions were ideal, they would have roughly 300 active lifeguards. They currently have about 130 full-time and part-time people on patrol.
Volusia County Beach Patrol is looking for solutions to its extensive staffing shortage. Deputy Chief Tammy Malphurs with Volusia County Beach Patrol said if conditions were ideal, they would have roughly 300 active lifeguards. They currently have about 130 full-time and part-time people on patrol.
Florida sea turtle released back into the ocean after recovery
A green sea turtle was released back into the ocean after being nursed back to health
A green sea turtle was released back into the ocean after being nursed back to health
Back-to-school sales tax holiday begins
The first day of school is less than three weeks away for many districts in Central Florida. Now is the perfect time to start shopping for back-to-school needs because of the state's sales tax holiday.
The first day of school is less than three weeks away for many districts in Central Florida. Now is the perfect time to start shopping for back-to-school needs because of the state's sales tax holiday.