Orange County looks to put the brakes on e-bikes
Orange County leaders will look to improve public safety for e-bikes.
Orange County leaders will look to improve public safety for e-bikes.
Orange County considers new rules for e-bike and e-scooter riders
Orange County leaders are looking at making changes to e-bike and e-scooter safety laws after a 13-year-old boy was killed in a crash. Officials say the goal is education and prevention. Commissioners are expected to receive recommendations from the Sheriff’s Office and school district data during an upcoming meeting.
Orange County leaders are looking at making changes to e-bike and e-scooter safety laws after a 13-year-old boy was killed in a crash. Officials say the goal is education and prevention. Commissioners are expected to receive recommendations from the Sheriff’s Office and school district data during an upcoming meeting.
Eduardo Machado: Life sentence for murder of Edgewater officer
The man accused of shooting and killing Edgewater Police Officer David Jewell was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole on Monday. Eduardo Machado pleaded no contest to first-degree murder, part of a plea agreement to avoid the death penalty.
The man accused of shooting and killing Edgewater Police Officer David Jewell was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole on Monday. Eduardo Machado pleaded no contest to first-degree murder, part of a plea agreement to avoid the death penalty.
Florida man plows truck down Orlando road, hitting vehicles: Police
A truck driver is accused of hitting a parked car and then driving off, according to Orlando police. Rakeem Williams, 32, faces a charge of leaving the scene of a crash with property damage, according to an arrest affidavit. Police said Williams attempted to drive down a narrow road near South Street when he hit the parked car.
A truck driver is accused of hitting a parked car and then driving off, according to Orlando police. Rakeem Williams, 32, faces a charge of leaving the scene of a crash with property damage, according to an arrest affidavit. Police said Williams attempted to drive down a narrow road near South Street when he hit the parked car.
Puppy, found left in hot car, rescued by police
A Florida woman was arrested for animal cruelty after leaving her dog in a hot car while shopping in a store. Police rescued the dog from the hot car, giving her water and taking her into their air-conditioned patrol vehicle. The dog's owner claimed she wasn't gone long and that she was waiting in line.
A Florida woman was arrested for animal cruelty after leaving her dog in a hot car while shopping in a store. Police rescued the dog from the hot car, giving her water and taking her into their air-conditioned patrol vehicle. The dog's owner claimed she wasn't gone long and that she was waiting in line.
Puppy rescued after left in hot car in Florida heat | Body camera
Body camera footage from the Lady Lake Police Department shows the rescue of a puppy after she was left in a car turned off in an unshaded area of shopping plaza parking lot. Officers saved the dog, giving her water before taking her into their air conditioned vehicle.
Body camera footage from the Lady Lake Police Department shows the rescue of a puppy after she was left in a car turned off in an unshaded area of shopping plaza parking lot. Officers saved the dog, giving her water before taking her into their air conditioned vehicle.
Edgewater cop killer avoids death penalty in plea deal
Eduardo Machado, the man accused of shooting and killing Edgewater Police Officer David Jewell, pleaded no contest to first-degree murder, part of a plea agreement with prosecutors. In exchange, prosecutors dropped the death penalty.
Eduardo Machado, the man accused of shooting and killing Edgewater Police Officer David Jewell, pleaded no contest to first-degree murder, part of a plea agreement with prosecutors. In exchange, prosecutors dropped the death penalty.
Edgewater Police Officer David Jewell's widow: 'A once-in-a-lifetime love'
Elizabeth Jewell, the widow of Edgewater Police Officer David Jewell, who was shot and killed in September 2025 inside a Circle K gas station, remembered her husband as her best friend, partner, and security. "We had a once-in-a-lifetime love," she said. Her husband's killer, Eduardo Machado, pleaded no contest to first-degree murder, part of a plea deal to remove the death penalty. A judge sentenced him to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Elizabeth Jewell, the widow of Edgewater Police Officer David Jewell, who was shot and killed in September 2025 inside a Circle K gas station, remembered her husband as her best friend, partner, and security. "We had a once-in-a-lifetime love," she said. Her husband's killer, Eduardo Machado, pleaded no contest to first-degree murder, part of a plea deal to remove the death penalty. A judge sentenced him to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
2 rescued Sloth World sloths out of ICU, zoo says
The Central Florida Zoo recently announced that 2 of the Sloth World sloths under its care have been cleared from ICU are are considered to be in stable condition. The zoo described Dolce and Chewie as "fighters." It follows a challenging and emotional three weeks, where 4 of the 13 sloths brought to the zoo died. "While their situation can still chance at any moment, they are doing better and continuing to fight every day," the zoo said.
The Central Florida Zoo recently announced that 2 of the Sloth World sloths under its care have been cleared from ICU are are considered to be in stable condition. The zoo described Dolce and Chewie as "fighters." It follows a challenging and emotional three weeks, where 4 of the 13 sloths brought to the zoo died. "While their situation can still chance at any moment, they are doing better and continuing to fight every day," the zoo said.
Swatch store swarmed at Mall at Millenia over watch collaboration
Swatch at the Mall at Millenia closed Saturday and Sunday after swarms of people crowded outside the store, hoping to be among the first to get a new watch collaboration with Audemars Piguet. Similar incidents were reported at Swatch locations across the country. On Sunday night, The Mall of Millenia posted on its Facebook page that the Orlando Swatch store would not carry the AP watch. In its own post, Swatch said the AP collaboration was not a limited release.
Swatch at the Mall at Millenia closed Saturday and Sunday after swarms of people crowded outside the store, hoping to be among the first to get a new watch collaboration with Audemars Piguet. Similar incidents were reported at Swatch locations across the country. On Sunday night, The Mall of Millenia posted on its Facebook page that the Orlando Swatch store would not carry the AP watch. In its own post, Swatch said the AP collaboration was not a limited release.
Suspect to change plea in Officer David Jewell’s killing
Eduardo Machado, the man accused of shooting and killing off-duty Edgewater Police Officer David Jewell in September 2025, will be in court on Monday, where he is expected to change his plea. He was charged with first-degree murder in Officer Jewell's death and had previously pleaded not guilty to the charge. According to online court records, Machado will be in court Monday for a plea hearing and a sentencing hearing. Details on the plea agreement were not revealed in those court documents. The shooting happened inside a Circle K convenience store in Ormond-by-the-Sea on Sept. 15, 2025.
Eduardo Machado, the man accused of shooting and killing off-duty Edgewater Police Officer David Jewell in September 2025, will be in court on Monday, where he is expected to change his plea. He was charged with first-degree murder in Officer Jewell's death and had previously pleaded not guilty to the charge. According to online court records, Machado will be in court Monday for a plea hearing and a sentencing hearing. Details on the plea agreement were not revealed in those court documents. The shooting happened inside a Circle K convenience store in Ormond-by-the-Sea on Sept. 15, 2025.
Orlando weather: Hot, humid day with possible storms
Orlando weather: Hot, humid day with possible storms to conclude weekend
Orlando weather: Hot, humid day with possible storms to conclude weekend
New collection forces Swatch store shutdown
Swatch, AP watch collaboration attracts massive crowds, police respond at multiple stores including Mall at Millenia in Orlando.
Swatch, AP watch collaboration attracts massive crowds, police respond at multiple stores including Mall at Millenia in Orlando.
Orlando weather: Hot Saturday with spotty storms possible this afternoon
Hot and humid Saturday with spotty afternoon storms possible, bringing brief heavy rain and lightning to parts of Central Florida.
Hot and humid Saturday with spotty afternoon storms possible, bringing brief heavy rain and lightning to parts of Central Florida.
Oviedo Youth Baseball All-Stars Blocked From Post-Season
It was supposed to be the highlight of their season representing Oviedo on the All-Star diamond. Instead, three local youth baseball divisions are completely banned from the post-season, leaving young players heartbroken and parents arguing the call. Following a multi-week investigation launched after numerous complaints, the Babe Ruth Assistant State Baseball Commissioner handed down a devastating punishment. The teams were hit with a two-year probation for Oviedo Babe Ruth, and an immediate post-season ban for the T-Ball, Rookie Coach Pitch, and 10U All-Star teams. A chance to be All-Star champions was within arm's reach, but for the youngest All-Stars in Oviedo, the game was over before it even started. They were defeated not by a loss on the field, but by the adults running the league.
It was supposed to be the highlight of their season representing Oviedo on the All-Star diamond. Instead, three local youth baseball divisions are completely banned from the post-season, leaving young players heartbroken and parents arguing the call. Following a multi-week investigation launched after numerous complaints, the Babe Ruth Assistant State Baseball Commissioner handed down a devastating punishment. The teams were hit with a two-year probation for Oviedo Babe Ruth, and an immediate post-season ban for the T-Ball, Rookie Coach Pitch, and 10U All-Star teams. A chance to be All-Star champions was within arm's reach, but for the youngest All-Stars in Oviedo, the game was over before it even started. They were defeated not by a loss on the field, but by the adults running the league.
U.S. Coastguard seizes sailboat after woman, Lynette Hooker, missing
A sailboat was seized off the coast of Melbourne after a woman went missing while on a trip with her husband. Investigators are now working to dig into the data on the boat to build a timeline as to the whereabouts of Lynette Hooker.
A sailboat was seized off the coast of Melbourne after a woman went missing while on a trip with her husband. Investigators are now working to dig into the data on the boat to build a timeline as to the whereabouts of Lynette Hooker.
Melbourne to update city code to crack down on 'horror houses'
The City of Melbourne is moving to clean up—or tear down—chronic "horror houses" that have plagued local neighborhoods for years. Following a series of FOX 35 investigations into neglected properties, city leaders are now updating local codes to give officials the power to step in when homeowners refuse to take action.
The City of Melbourne is moving to clean up—or tear down—chronic "horror houses" that have plagued local neighborhoods for years. Following a series of FOX 35 investigations into neglected properties, city leaders are now updating local codes to give officials the power to step in when homeowners refuse to take action.
Is the viral 'doorkick' challenge dangerous? Sheriff gives warning
After teens were caught on video kicking in doors in Deltona, leading to one arrest, authorities are warning the viral "door kicking" challenge is dangerous. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood believes if these incidents continue, someone could die, FOX 35's Chris Lindsay reported.
After teens were caught on video kicking in doors in Deltona, leading to one arrest, authorities are warning the viral "door kicking" challenge is dangerous. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood believes if these incidents continue, someone could die, FOX 35's Chris Lindsay reported.
Deputies use "grappler" tool to apprehend shooting suspects
Orange County deputies used a specialized "Grappler" tool to end a high-speed pursuit and arrest two suspects connected to a shooting at the Kingswood Apartments on April 12. The sheriff's office said this tool helps "bring dangerous situations to a safer end."
Orange County deputies used a specialized "Grappler" tool to end a high-speed pursuit and arrest two suspects connected to a shooting at the Kingswood Apartments on April 12. The sheriff's office said this tool helps "bring dangerous situations to a safer end."
Kid arrested after kicking door, part of viral TikTok challenge
Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood has stern warning for kids kicking homeowners' doors, apparently part of a TikTok challenge, that they may choose the wrong house -- and get shot. He told parents to talk to their kids. VSO released this montage of video clips, which show a 12-year-old boy being handcuffed and arrested after he allegedly kicked someone's door and then ran away. The incident was caught on home surveillance video. In the video, a deputy talks to the boy, who is seated inside a patrol vehicle, about the seriousness of the situation, but encouraging him that he can be better in the future.
Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood has stern warning for kids kicking homeowners' doors, apparently part of a TikTok challenge, that they may choose the wrong house -- and get shot. He told parents to talk to their kids. VSO released this montage of video clips, which show a 12-year-old boy being handcuffed and arrested after he allegedly kicked someone's door and then ran away. The incident was caught on home surveillance video. In the video, a deputy talks to the boy, who is seated inside a patrol vehicle, about the seriousness of the situation, but encouraging him that he can be better in the future.