Man wrongly jailed after deputies confuse him for another
A Jacksonville man spent nearly two weeks in jail and missed the birth of his child after deputies mistakenly arrested him in place of a suspect with a similar name, his attorneys said.
A Jacksonville man spent nearly two weeks in jail and missed the birth of his child after deputies mistakenly arrested him in place of a suspect with a similar name, his attorneys said.
Florida substitute teacher accused of slapping students
Parents at South Ocala Elementary are demanding answers after a substitute teacher was accused of hitting students and using inappropriate language in a fourth-grade classroom.
Parents at South Ocala Elementary are demanding answers after a substitute teacher was accused of hitting students and using inappropriate language in a fourth-grade classroom.
Man accused of 3D-printing guns after calling police about stolen firearms
A convicted felon who reported stolen guns to police is now facing charges after officers discovered he was allegedly manufacturing 3D-printed weapons inside his home, authorities said.
A convicted felon who reported stolen guns to police is now facing charges after officers discovered he was allegedly manufacturing 3D-printed weapons inside his home, authorities said.
Universal ride death sparks ADA, safety questions after lawsuit filed
Safety questions are mounting after a man who used a wheelchair died last week while riding the Stardust Racers coaster at Universal Orlando?s Epic Universe.
Safety questions are mounting after a man who used a wheelchair died last week while riding the Stardust Racers coaster at Universal Orlando?s Epic Universe.
Florida Amber Alert: No evidence missing Marion County teenager abducted by 4 men, deputies say
Authorities have issued a Florida Amber Alert for a missing 17-year-old Marion County boy.
Authorities have issued a Florida Amber Alert for a missing 17-year-old Marion County boy.
Epic Universe lawsuit: Woman claims 'permanent injuries' after Stardust Racers ride
Days after a man died following a ride on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers dueling coaster, a woman has filed a lawsuit alleging that she suffered “permanent injuries" after riding the coaster earlier this year.
Days after a man died following a ride on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers dueling coaster, a woman has filed a lawsuit alleging that she suffered “permanent injuries" after riding the coaster earlier this year.
Epic Universe death: Expert talks restraint questions
As the investigation into how -- and why -- a man died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, and whether the ride itself had any impact on the man's death, FOX 35 talked with an expert about roller coaster ride restraints. Kevin Zavala became unresponsive while on Stardust Racers, officials and the family's attorney, Ben Crump said. Zavala died at the hospital. Zavala died from multiple blunt force injuries, according to the Medical Examiner. The family's attorney, Crump, questioned the potential of whether there could have been an issue with the ride's restraints.
As the investigation into how -- and why -- a man died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, and whether the ride itself had any impact on the man's death, FOX 35 talked with an expert about roller coaster ride restraints. Kevin Zavala became unresponsive while on Stardust Racers, officials and the family's attorney, Ben Crump said. Zavala died at the hospital. Zavala died from multiple blunt force injuries, according to the Medical Examiner. The family's attorney, Crump, questioned the potential of whether there could have been an issue with the ride's restraints.
Florida woman arrested for online threat of mass school shooting, police say
A Florida woman was arrested on Wednesday after she allegedly made a post on social media threatening a mass school shooting.
A Florida woman was arrested on Wednesday after she allegedly made a post on social media threatening a mass school shooting.
Fujiwhara Effect: What is it, what happens? Will Invest 94L and Tropical Storm Humberto combine?
With things finally heating up in the tropics for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, the FOX 35 Storm Team answers a question many people have had on their minds: Can several hurricanes merge into a single, stronger hurricane?
With things finally heating up in the tropics for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, the FOX 35 Storm Team answers a question many people have had on their minds: Can several hurricanes merge into a single, stronger hurricane?
Gov. DeSantis touts school choice as Florida welcomes Success Academy to state
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Success Academy, a charter school network, is coming to Florida.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Success Academy, a charter school network, is coming to Florida.
'Threw her to the floor': Care worker accused of elderly abuse
A former employee at Spring Hills Lake Mary is accused of elderly abuse against a woman she was tasked with caring for. Springs Hills told FOX 35 that the employee was suspended, then terminated. According to the woman's daughter, the aide lifted her mom's arms up and pushed her to the floor, then left her on the floor. The woman, Gene, is at the facility because she has dementia.
A former employee at Spring Hills Lake Mary is accused of elderly abuse against a woman she was tasked with caring for. Springs Hills told FOX 35 that the employee was suspended, then terminated. According to the woman's daughter, the aide lifted her mom's arms up and pushed her to the floor, then left her on the floor. The woman, Gene, is at the facility because she has dementia.
Red Bull Tandem Roller Coaster in Altamonte Springs
The Red Bull Tandem Rollercoaster is coming to the United States for the first time. The creative and fun event asks teams of two to race custom-built, non-motorized tandem bikes down a water-filled obstacle course. The event will take place on Saturday at Cranes Roost Park in Altamonte Springs. Jason Siegel, CEO of the Greater Orlando Sports Commission, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the event.
The Red Bull Tandem Rollercoaster is coming to the United States for the first time. The creative and fun event asks teams of two to race custom-built, non-motorized tandem bikes down a water-filled obstacle course. The event will take place on Saturday at Cranes Roost Park in Altamonte Springs. Jason Siegel, CEO of the Greater Orlando Sports Commission, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the event.
Florida elderly abuse: Lake Mary employee arrested after allegedly assaulting 85-year-old woman
A Florida assisted living facility employee was arrested after she allegedly pushed an 85-year-old woman with dementia to the ground, causing her a head injury. Investigators say the employee then walked away, leaving the woman laying on the ground.
A Florida assisted living facility employee was arrested after she allegedly pushed an 85-year-old woman with dementia to the ground, causing her a head injury. Investigators say the employee then walked away, leaving the woman laying on the ground.
Florida's open carry law in effect starting Thursday: What to know
As of Thursday, Florida's open carry is now in effect. Although you may now legally carry a firearm openly in the state, there are specific guidelines to follow. Here's everything you need to know about the change.
As of Thursday, Florida's open carry is now in effect. Although you may now legally carry a firearm openly in the state, there are specific guidelines to follow. Here's everything you need to know about the change.
ULA rocket launches 27 of Amazon's Project Kuiper internet satellites into space
Another batch of Amazon's Project Kuiper broadband satellites took flight Thursday morning from Florida's Space Coast.
Another batch of Amazon's Project Kuiper broadband satellites took flight Thursday morning from Florida's Space Coast.
Aide arrested after allegedly assaulting elderly woman
An 85-year-old woman with dementia was allegedly pushed to the ground by an employee at an assisted living facility in Lake Mary. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie walks us through the disturbing charges and case.
An 85-year-old woman with dementia was allegedly pushed to the ground by an employee at an assisted living facility in Lake Mary. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie walks us through the disturbing charges and case.
Family wants answers after Stardust Racers death
Attorneys representing the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the man who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, remembered him as a "theme park enthusiast" and someone who lived a completely independent life. Attorneys and family said that Zavala, who used a wheelchair and was born with a spinal injury, did not have a medical emergency and was not under any medical restrictions on the day that he and his girlfriend were at Epic Universe. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz shares the latest updates in the ongoing death investigation.
Attorneys representing the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the man who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, remembered him as a "theme park enthusiast" and someone who lived a completely independent life. Attorneys and family said that Zavala, who used a wheelchair and was born with a spinal injury, did not have a medical emergency and was not under any medical restrictions on the day that he and his girlfriend were at Epic Universe. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz shares the latest updates in the ongoing death investigation.
Volusia residents press officials for flooding fixes at town hall
Frustration over chronic flooding boiled over in Volusia County on Tuesday night as hundreds of residents packed a town hall to demand answers from local leaders.
Frustration over chronic flooding boiled over in Volusia County on Tuesday night as hundreds of residents packed a town hall to demand answers from local leaders.
Rockledge man accused of making 3D-printed guns
A Brevard County man is behind bars after police say he used a 3D printer to make firearms, including one that was converted into a submachine gun.
A Brevard County man is behind bars after police say he used a 3D printer to make firearms, including one that was converted into a submachine gun.
Bear believed to be hit by vehicle near Florida Mall
A black bear was reportedly struck by a vehicle in the parking lot of the Florida Mall on Tuesday afternoon, officials said.
A black bear was reportedly struck by a vehicle in the parking lot of the Florida Mall on Tuesday afternoon, officials said.