Volusia County warns Spring Break promoters to stop before legal action is taken
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood is warning social media promoters against a "Daytona Beach Takeover" event after flyers were posted on social media sites. The event is scheduled for this week, April 6 through 11. Chitwood is warning promoters now, this event should not take place. “You can't promote events which shoot and loot is the underscoring theme to this,” Chitwood told FOX 35's Chancelor Winn.
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood is warning social media promoters against a "Daytona Beach Takeover" event after flyers were posted on social media sites. The event is scheduled for this week, April 6 through 11. Chitwood is warning promoters now, this event should not take place. “You can't promote events which shoot and loot is the underscoring theme to this,” Chitwood told FOX 35's Chancelor Winn.
Florida school bus teacher fired, arrested after train crash
Students were in shock after their school bus was involved in a crash with a train. "I closed my eyes as hard as I could before that, and I’m thankful that nothing really bad happened, but it could’ve been way worse," said a student. Now, the bus driver is behind bars and facing 29 counts of child neglect without great bodily harm.
Students were in shock after their school bus was involved in a crash with a train. "I closed my eyes as hard as I could before that, and I’m thankful that nothing really bad happened, but it could’ve been way worse," said a student. Now, the bus driver is behind bars and facing 29 counts of child neglect without great bodily harm.
Traffic on I-4 halts as FDOT pumps water from flooding
Part of Interstate 4 in Osceola County was closed for hours due to flooding. The eastbound and westbound sides of I-4 have reopened after being closed for several hours. Drivers faced traffic delays during the morning commute.
Part of Interstate 4 in Osceola County was closed for hours due to flooding. The eastbound and westbound sides of I-4 have reopened after being closed for several hours. Drivers faced traffic delays during the morning commute.
Florida school bus driver fired, arrested after train crash
A school bus driver for the Sumter County School District, who has been working as a bus driver for the district for over 10 years, was recently fired after she was involved in a crash with a train. A train clipped the back of the bus. Though no injuries were reported, the woman is accused of 29 counts of child neglect without great bodily harm.
A school bus driver for the Sumter County School District, who has been working as a bus driver for the district for over 10 years, was recently fired after she was involved in a crash with a train. A train clipped the back of the bus. Though no injuries were reported, the woman is accused of 29 counts of child neglect without great bodily harm.
Oviedo looks to step up security with new vehicle barrier system
The City of Oviedo is considering buying a nearly $200,000 vehicle barrier system to help with safety at large outdoor events. The system is designed to stop vehicles from entering crowded spaces. If approved, city leaders hope to have it in place by the Fourth of July.
The City of Oviedo is considering buying a nearly $200,000 vehicle barrier system to help with safety at large outdoor events. The system is designed to stop vehicles from entering crowded spaces. If approved, city leaders hope to have it in place by the Fourth of July.
Will Church Street transition into a walkable, lively Downtown Orlando?
A revitalization to Downtown Orlando, at Church Street, is underway. Current plans are to demolish curbs on the street to create a walkable area for everyone.
A revitalization to Downtown Orlando, at Church Street, is underway. Current plans are to demolish curbs on the street to create a walkable area for everyone.
Artemis II breaks Apollo 13 record of space travel from Earth
The Artemis II crew has now traveled farther from Earth than any other human ever on its way to the moon. At 1:57 p.m. on Monday, April 6, Artemis II's astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft, traveled more than 248,655 miles from Earth, breaking the previous record set by the historic Apollo 13 mission in 1970. The Artemis II crew is expected to reach a maximum distance of 252,752 miles from Earth as it conducts a flyby of the moon – the pivotal part of its 10-day lunar mission.
The Artemis II crew has now traveled farther from Earth than any other human ever on its way to the moon. At 1:57 p.m. on Monday, April 6, Artemis II's astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft, traveled more than 248,655 miles from Earth, breaking the previous record set by the historic Apollo 13 mission in 1970. The Artemis II crew is expected to reach a maximum distance of 252,752 miles from Earth as it conducts a flyby of the moon – the pivotal part of its 10-day lunar mission.
Artemis II: Moon crater named after Commander Reid Wiseman's late wife
The Artemis II named two craters on the moon during their lunar flyby: one named "Integrity" and the other named "Carroll." The one named "Carroll," is after Commander Reid Wiseman's late wife, who died in 2020.
The Artemis II named two craters on the moon during their lunar flyby: one named "Integrity" and the other named "Carroll." The one named "Carroll," is after Commander Reid Wiseman's late wife, who died in 2020.
Orlando weather: Dry Easter morning before storms develop in the afternoon
FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Brooks Garner provides an Easter weekend weather forecast update.
FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Brooks Garner provides an Easter weekend weather forecast update.
Alligator spotted near dog park in Oviedo
City officials in Oviedo are urging caution after spotting an alligator at Shane Kelly Park, noting increased activity during mating season.
City officials in Oviedo are urging caution after spotting an alligator at Shane Kelly Park, noting increased activity during mating season.
Artemis II crew nears lunar flyby as mission continues smoothly
Astronauts aboard Artemis II were about halfway to the moon late Friday night, preparing for a key lunar flyby milestone as the mission enters its third day.
Astronauts aboard Artemis II were about halfway to the moon late Friday night, preparing for a key lunar flyby milestone as the mission enters its third day.
Vigil held for woman shot and killed in Orlando
A community is reeling, and a family is demanding answers after 20-year-old Celebrity Green was shot and killed earlier this week.
A community is reeling, and a family is demanding answers after 20-year-old Celebrity Green was shot and killed earlier this week.
FHP: Semi truck driver arrested after false bomb threat shuts down I-4
A semi-truck driver was arrested after telling his company there were bombs in his truck, prompting a heavy law enforcement response on Interstate 4.
A semi-truck driver was arrested after telling his company there were bombs in his truck, prompting a heavy law enforcement response on Interstate 4.
Orlando HOA dispute in Stonebridge Place escalates
A dispute involving the Stonebridge Place homeowners association has escalated into multiple lawsuits after the board was removed amid allegations of financial mismanagement.
A dispute involving the Stonebridge Place homeowners association has escalated into multiple lawsuits after the board was removed amid allegations of financial mismanagement.
Florida man attacked after trying to help man in crash: 'His eyes were demonic, like a monster'
A driver who stopped to help what appeared to be a crash victim along State Road 429 was attacked and seriously injured, authorities and the victim said.
A driver who stopped to help what appeared to be a crash victim along State Road 429 was attacked and seriously injured, authorities and the victim said.
Driver attacked after stopping to help crash victim: Authorities
A driver who stopped to help what appeared to be a crash victim along State Road 429 was attacked and seriously injured, authorities and the victim said. Hans Hamilton said the incident happened near the Seidel Road exit when he saw a car by the guardrail and a man lying face-up in the grass.
A driver who stopped to help what appeared to be a crash victim along State Road 429 was attacked and seriously injured, authorities and the victim said. Hans Hamilton said the incident happened near the Seidel Road exit when he saw a car by the guardrail and a man lying face-up in the grass.
Attorneys seek delays in Kissimmee triple-murder case amid issues over witnesses
Attorneys in a Central Florida triple-murder case are seeking delays as they work through challenges tied to overseas witnesses and pending legal decisions.
Attorneys in a Central Florida triple-murder case are seeking delays as they work through challenges tied to overseas witnesses and pending legal decisions.
Iran war latest: 2nd US military aircraft downed in war with Iran
The war with Iran continues into its sixth week, likely to extend for at least two more weeks with the Strait of Hormuz remaining a major focal point to a ceasefire.
The war with Iran continues into its sixth week, likely to extend for at least two more weeks with the Strait of Hormuz remaining a major focal point to a ceasefire.
Tiger Woods denied a urine test after rollover crash: What does this mean under Florida law?
Professional golfer Tiger Woods denied a urine test following a DUI arrest last month in South Florida. Under Florida law, the refusal is classified as a second-degree misdemeanor.
Professional golfer Tiger Woods denied a urine test following a DUI arrest last month in South Florida. Under Florida law, the refusal is classified as a second-degree misdemeanor.
Attorneys seek delays in triple-murder case amid witness issues
Attorneys in a Central Florida triple-murder case are seeking delays as they work through challenges tied to overseas witnesses and pending legal decisions.
Attorneys in a Central Florida triple-murder case are seeking delays as they work through challenges tied to overseas witnesses and pending legal decisions.