Meet Andrew Cherico, the UCF journalist inspiring many
Andrew Cherico is a broadcast journalism student at UCF who provides content for the "Sons of UCF" and "Knights 247" as well as Orlando Magic content for the website round table. Andrew was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy when he was two and a half years old. When he was nine years old, he lost his ability to walk. He now works on the adult advisory council at Cure SMA and shares his story at speaking events to help bring awareness to his condition and give those with similar conditions someone to look up to. Andrew's story will air on FOX's Big Noon Kickoff on Saturday between 11:15 and 11:30.
Andrew Cherico is a broadcast journalism student at UCF who provides content for the "Sons of UCF" and "Knights 247" as well as Orlando Magic content for the website round table. Andrew was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy when he was two and a half years old. When he was nine years old, he lost his ability to walk. He now works on the adult advisory council at Cure SMA and shares his story at speaking events to help bring awareness to his condition and give those with similar conditions someone to look up to. Andrew's story will air on FOX's Big Noon Kickoff on Saturday between 11:15 and 11:30.
Affidavit: Woman beat elderly stepmother for months
An Orlando woman was arrested Tuesday after she allegedly beat and confined her elderly stepmother. Officials have been called to the home where the woman was arrested several times in the last few months for domestic-related incidents and threats, according to Orange County court records. The alleged victim, who lived at the home, was taken to the hospital after being found with multiple injuries. According to an arrest report, the elderly woman had contusions on her eye, chin and cheek, as well as severe swelling on her face and lacerations on her hand, forearm and elbow. The woman told investigators that she had been beaten by her stepdaughter, 55-year-old Cheryl Pyle, and her boyfriend, who both moved into her home in December 2024, shortly after her husband died.
An Orlando woman was arrested Tuesday after she allegedly beat and confined her elderly stepmother. Officials have been called to the home where the woman was arrested several times in the last few months for domestic-related incidents and threats, according to Orange County court records. The alleged victim, who lived at the home, was taken to the hospital after being found with multiple injuries. According to an arrest report, the elderly woman had contusions on her eye, chin and cheek, as well as severe swelling on her face and lacerations on her hand, forearm and elbow. The woman told investigators that she had been beaten by her stepdaughter, 55-year-old Cheryl Pyle, and her boyfriend, who both moved into her home in December 2024, shortly after her husband died.
'We were so upset': Florida student victim of hoax study abroad trip
The Florida Attorney General has filed a $2.5M lawsuit against a Massachusetts man accused of scamming Florida students with a hoax international trip. Officials allege that the 56-year-old man scammed students and chaperones out of international trips.
The Florida Attorney General has filed a $2.5M lawsuit against a Massachusetts man accused of scamming Florida students with a hoax international trip. Officials allege that the 56-year-old man scammed students and chaperones out of international trips.
Can't catch a break: Mims residents worried about flooding
People who live along the Florida Coastline have been pumping water all day as heavy rains hit the area causing some flooding.
People who live along the Florida Coastline have been pumping water all day as heavy rains hit the area causing some flooding.
Florida Super Speeder Law: 50 arrests in Central Florida
It has been three months since Florida's "Super Speeder" law went into effect, increasing penalties for people who drive over 100 mph or 50 mph over the posted speed limit. Under the law, drivers can be cuffed and arrested. FOX 35 reached out to various agencies to see how many people have been arrested under the new law.
It has been three months since Florida's "Super Speeder" law went into effect, increasing penalties for people who drive over 100 mph or 50 mph over the posted speed limit. Under the law, drivers can be cuffed and arrested. FOX 35 reached out to various agencies to see how many people have been arrested under the new law.
Florida questions Orlando, Orange County spending
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia took a poetic approach to his criticism of alleged spending by some cities and counties in the state, part of the Florida DOGE team's financial audits of those cities. Ingoliga and Gov. Ron DeSantis discussed the findings of the Florida DOGE audit during a press conference on Wednesday. "Stop waste" read the sign on the podium. "These audits have uncovered many irresponsible uses of taxpayer funds. It's unconscionable for local governments to raise taxes on Floridians in order to subsidize wasteful spending," Gov. Desantis said in a statement, noting that Florida's DOGE team has visited 12 cities and counties in the state "to seek out waste, fraud, and abuse."
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia took a poetic approach to his criticism of alleged spending by some cities and counties in the state, part of the Florida DOGE team's financial audits of those cities. Ingoliga and Gov. Ron DeSantis discussed the findings of the Florida DOGE audit during a press conference on Wednesday. "Stop waste" read the sign on the podium. "These audits have uncovered many irresponsible uses of taxpayer funds. It's unconscionable for local governments to raise taxes on Floridians in order to subsidize wasteful spending," Gov. Desantis said in a statement, noting that Florida's DOGE team has visited 12 cities and counties in the state "to seek out waste, fraud, and abuse."
New details in Epic Universe Stardust Racers death
The Orange County Sheriff's Office released the incident report from the night first responders arrived at Universal's Epic Universe theme park after a 32-year-old man -- later identified as Kevin Rodriguez Zavala -- became unresponsive while on the Stardust Racers coaster and died. The new report details the response time, timeline, and where Zavala was on the ride. Zavala died from blunt force injuries, the Orange County Medical Examiner determined.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office released the incident report from the night first responders arrived at Universal's Epic Universe theme park after a 32-year-old man -- later identified as Kevin Rodriguez Zavala -- became unresponsive while on the Stardust Racers coaster and died. The new report details the response time, timeline, and where Zavala was on the ride. Zavala died from blunt force injuries, the Orange County Medical Examiner determined.
Palm Bay Council member apologizes for comments
Palm Bay Council Member Chandler Langevin appeared to walk back some of his comments towards Indian Americans, which have received heavy backlash. He posted a statement Thursday night on X.
Palm Bay Council Member Chandler Langevin appeared to walk back some of his comments towards Indian Americans, which have received heavy backlash. He posted a statement Thursday night on X.
DeSantis, Ingoglia scold Orlando, Orange County over 'wasteful' spending
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia took a poetic approach to his criticism of alleged spending by some cities and counties in the state, part of the Florida DOGE team's financial audits of those cities.
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia took a poetic approach to his criticism of alleged spending by some cities and counties in the state, part of the Florida DOGE team's financial audits of those cities.
Disney attendance plunges to all-time low for 2025 as visitors report 'ghost towns' at parks
Walt Disney World logged its slowest three-week stretch of the year in September, putting it on track to be the quietest month since 2021.
Walt Disney World logged its slowest three-week stretch of the year in September, putting it on track to be the quietest month since 2021.
Florida maid arrested after pawning multiple pieces of jewelry stolen from clients’ homes, deputies say
A Florida maid has been arrested on theft-related charges following a month-long investigation where she allegedly pawned multiple pieces of jewelry stolen from her clients’ homes.
A Florida maid has been arrested on theft-related charges following a month-long investigation where she allegedly pawned multiple pieces of jewelry stolen from her clients’ homes.
Florida felon arrested after fleeing scene of crash that killed 13-year-old girl, officers say
A Florida felon has been arrested after he fled the scene of a crash that killed a 13-year-old girl earlier this week, officers say.
A Florida felon has been arrested after he fled the scene of a crash that killed a 13-year-old girl earlier this week, officers say.
CFO Blaise Ingoglia critiques Orlando poet laureate, hot yoga programs
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia scrutinized several cities' and counties' spending in Florida discovered through the state's DOGE efforts, including Jacksonville, Orlando, Gainesville, Orange County. In Orlando, he questioned the funding for Orlando's Poet Laureate program, hot yoga classes for employees, and some other training programs.
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia scrutinized several cities' and counties' spending in Florida discovered through the state's DOGE efforts, including Jacksonville, Orlando, Gainesville, Orange County. In Orlando, he questioned the funding for Orlando's Poet Laureate program, hot yoga classes for employees, and some other training programs.
Disney renovations, holiday events, current deals and more
On this Theme Park Thursday, Matthew Miller, creative director with Innovated Studios, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the latest Disney renovations, holiday events at the theme parks, current deals for the parks and more.
On this Theme Park Thursday, Matthew Miller, creative director with Innovated Studios, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the latest Disney renovations, holiday events at the theme parks, current deals for the parks and more.
Fugitive wanted for murder arrested in DeLand after 2-month investigation, officials say
A wanted Arkansas fugitive accused of murder was arrested on Wednesday in DeLand after a two-month investigation, officials say.
A wanted Arkansas fugitive accused of murder was arrested on Wednesday in DeLand after a two-month investigation, officials say.
Madison Cawthorn aims to make political comeback, announces run for Congress
Former North Carolina Republican Congressman Madison Cawthorn announced he will be running for Florida’s 19th congressional seat on Wednesday during a phone call with Fox News Digital.
Former North Carolina Republican Congressman Madison Cawthorn announced he will be running for Florida’s 19th congressional seat on Wednesday during a phone call with Fox News Digital.
Termites create trouble for 100-year-old Brevard building
A veteran resource center in Cocoa could have to close its doors. The American Legion Post 22 is dealing with a termite infestation, and the nonprofit doesn?t have the money to fix it. Ron Chabot, commander at the American Legion post, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the organization's funding efforts to save the space.
A veteran resource center in Cocoa could have to close its doors. The American Legion Post 22 is dealing with a termite infestation, and the nonprofit doesn?t have the money to fix it. Ron Chabot, commander at the American Legion post, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the organization's funding efforts to save the space.
Fall Festival at Great Scott Farms in Mount Dora
Great Scott Farms in Mount Dora is back with its annual Fall Festival, which will run Saturdays and Sundays through Nov. 16. The event includes a pumpkin patch, corn maze, photo opportunities, food and drink, food and craft vendors, and a local farmers market. FOX 35's David Martin heads over to meet the friendly faces behind the event.
Great Scott Farms in Mount Dora is back with its annual Fall Festival, which will run Saturdays and Sundays through Nov. 16. The event includes a pumpkin patch, corn maze, photo opportunities, food and drink, food and craft vendors, and a local farmers market. FOX 35's David Martin heads over to meet the friendly faces behind the event.
FOX 35 Weather Spotter Program: Meet Dan and Chandra Herrera
Become part of a community of weather enthusiasts and engage in discussions with the FOX 35 meteorologists through the new FOX 35 Weather Spotter Program. The program aims to foster a community for weather enthusiasts and create a direct line of communication with the station's meteorologists. Spotters provide the station with eyewitness accounts of local weather, especially severe weather, which helps the community stay safe. This week, FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Brooks Garner sits down with Dan and Chandra Herrera in Oviedo.
Become part of a community of weather enthusiasts and engage in discussions with the FOX 35 meteorologists through the new FOX 35 Weather Spotter Program. The program aims to foster a community for weather enthusiasts and create a direct line of communication with the station's meteorologists. Spotters provide the station with eyewitness accounts of local weather, especially severe weather, which helps the community stay safe. This week, FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Brooks Garner sits down with Dan and Chandra Herrera in Oviedo.
Palm Bay council member's posts spark community outrage
The City of Palm Bay will hold a council meeting Thursday night as controversy continues to brew over a council member's social media post. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie shares more on what we could see at the meeting.
The City of Palm Bay will hold a council meeting Thursday night as controversy continues to brew over a council member's social media post. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie shares more on what we could see at the meeting.