Apopka man fights off bear attack
A Central Florida man says he fought off a black bear outside his mother-in-law?s home in Apopka after the animal charged and bit him last week.
A Central Florida man says he fought off a black bear outside his mother-in-law?s home in Apopka after the animal charged and bit him last week.
At least 18 other decorative crosswalks not in FDOT compliance
A rainbow-colored sidewalk near the Pulse nightclub memorial was painted over this week by the Florida Department of Transportation, sparking frustration among survivors and renewed protests in Orlando. The FDOT stated that the crosswalk was out of compliance with its 2025 design standards and has directed officials to correct at least 18 other decorative crosswalks or intersections by September 4.
A rainbow-colored sidewalk near the Pulse nightclub memorial was painted over this week by the Florida Department of Transportation, sparking frustration among survivors and renewed protests in Orlando. The FDOT stated that the crosswalk was out of compliance with its 2025 design standards and has directed officials to correct at least 18 other decorative crosswalks or intersections by September 4.
Sheriff seeks return of man accused in child sex assault
Authorities in Flagler County are working with governors in Florida and North Carolina to bring back a 72-year-old man accused of sexually assaulting a child more than a decade ago.
Authorities in Flagler County are working with governors in Florida and North Carolina to bring back a 72-year-old man accused of sexually assaulting a child more than a decade ago.
First look: 'Beak and Barrel' pirate-themed tavern at Magic Kingdom
A pirate-themed tavern is set to debut at Walt Disney World?s Magic Kingdom next week, and demand is already so high that reservations are booked through late October.
A pirate-themed tavern is set to debut at Walt Disney World?s Magic Kingdom next week, and demand is already so high that reservations are booked through late October.
Florida teacher faces discipline after 'Most Likely to Become A Dictator' mock award sparks backlash
A teacher in Florida is facing possible discipline after reportedly giving a student a mock award, sparking backlash from the student’s family and state officials.
A teacher in Florida is facing possible discipline after reportedly giving a student a mock award, sparking backlash from the student’s family and state officials.
Defiant protesters repaint Pulse Memorial crosswalk in rainbow colors after state covers it
Protesters returned to the Pulse Memorial crosswalk in downtown Orlando this week after state crews painted over the rainbow-colored markings, sparking renewed outrage from LGBTQ+ advocates and local residents.
Protesters returned to the Pulse Memorial crosswalk in downtown Orlando this week after state crews painted over the rainbow-colored markings, sparking renewed outrage from LGBTQ+ advocates and local residents.
Defiant protesters repaint Pulse Memorial crosswalk in rainbow colors
Protesters returned to the Pulse Memorial crosswalk in downtown Orlando on Friday after state crews painted over the rainbow-colored markings, sparking renewed outrage from LGBTQ+ advocates and residents.
Protesters returned to the Pulse Memorial crosswalk in downtown Orlando on Friday after state crews painted over the rainbow-colored markings, sparking renewed outrage from LGBTQ+ advocates and residents.
Teacher faces discipline after mock award sparks backlash
A Gainesville High School history teacher is facing possible discipline after reportedly giving a student a mock award labeling him ?most likely to become a dictator,? sparking backlash from the student?s family and state officials.
A Gainesville High School history teacher is facing possible discipline after reportedly giving a student a mock award labeling him ?most likely to become a dictator,? sparking backlash from the student?s family and state officials.
DeLand firefighters alert system to protect hearing
A new alert system aimed at protecting firefighters? health is being introduced at the DeLand Fire Department, where officials say it could help reduce hearing damage and stress from traditional alarms. The Emergency Alerting System, or EAS, uses red flashing lights and vibration to wake firefighters for calls instead of loud sirens.
A new alert system aimed at protecting firefighters? health is being introduced at the DeLand Fire Department, where officials say it could help reduce hearing damage and stress from traditional alarms. The Emergency Alerting System, or EAS, uses red flashing lights and vibration to wake firefighters for calls instead of loud sirens.
Truck driver accused in deadly Florida U-turn crash back in Florida
Harjinder Singh, the man accused of killing three people after he allegedly made an illegal U-turn on the Florida Turnpike, has been extradited to Florida. Singh's brother has also been arrested on charges related to the deadly crash.
Harjinder Singh, the man accused of killing three people after he allegedly made an illegal U-turn on the Florida Turnpike, has been extradited to Florida. Singh's brother has also been arrested on charges related to the deadly crash.
Orlando police officers shoot man who charged with scissors: OPD
Orlando police officers shot and killed a man who allegedly charged at them with a pair of scissors in a downtown park, sending stray bullets into a nearby coffee shop, authorities said.
Orlando police officers shot and killed a man who allegedly charged at them with a pair of scissors in a downtown park, sending stray bullets into a nearby coffee shop, authorities said.
‘Alligator Alcatraz’ fight: DeSantis vows to appeal judge's order to scale back Everglades immigrant-detention center
Gov. Ron DeSantis is pushing ahead with plans for a controversial immigrant-detention center in the Everglades despite a federal judge’s order to begin dismantling parts of the facility.
Gov. Ron DeSantis is pushing ahead with plans for a controversial immigrant-detention center in the Everglades despite a federal judge’s order to begin dismantling parts of the facility.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis press conference
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a press conference to discuss the state's immigration efforts and Alligator Alcatraz.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a press conference to discuss the state's immigration efforts and Alligator Alcatraz.
Coke Zero Sugar 400 weekend at Daytona International Speedway
The Coke Zero Sugar 400 is this weekend at Daytona International Speedway. Track president Frank Kelleher joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about the race, the fan experience, and what's at stake for the professional drivers.
The Coke Zero Sugar 400 is this weekend at Daytona International Speedway. Track president Frank Kelleher joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando to talk about the race, the fan experience, and what's at stake for the professional drivers.
Christina Hollerbach intends to run for Sanford Mayor
Christina Hollerbach, a longtime Sanford resident and business leader, announced Thursday her intent to run for mayor in 2026. A formal campaign filing is expected in November ahead of the August election.
Christina Hollerbach, a longtime Sanford resident and business leader, announced Thursday her intent to run for mayor in 2026. A formal campaign filing is expected in November ahead of the August election.
Armed man shot, killed by Orlando police
Orlando police officers shot and killed a man near a park in downtown Orlando early Friday morning after that man charged at them with a pair of scissors and refused commands to drop them, according to Deputy Chief Chad Ochiuzzo. The shooting happened shortly before 4 a.m. nearWest Chatham Avenue and Amelia Street, west of Interstate 4, and not far from Luminary Green Park.
Orlando police officers shot and killed a man near a park in downtown Orlando early Friday morning after that man charged at them with a pair of scissors and refused commands to drop them, according to Deputy Chief Chad Ochiuzzo. The shooting happened shortly before 4 a.m. nearWest Chatham Avenue and Amelia Street, west of Interstate 4, and not far from Luminary Green Park.
Orlando police give update on downtown incident | FULL
Orlando Police Deputy Chief Chad Ochiuzzo provide an update on a deadly officer-involved shooting. The shooting happened around 3:40 a.m. at Luminary Green Park. A man sleeping at the park woke up and charged at officers, who shot him. He died. FDLE is investigating the shooting, police said.
Orlando Police Deputy Chief Chad Ochiuzzo provide an update on a deadly officer-involved shooting. The shooting happened around 3:40 a.m. at Luminary Green Park. A man sleeping at the park woke up and charged at officers, who shot him. He died. FDLE is investigating the shooting, police said.
Judge bars new detainees from Alligator Alcatraz
A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction barring new detainees from being brought to the Everglades detention facility known as "Alligator Alcatraz" and requiring that equipment brought in for its operation be removed. Construction at the site, including paving, filling, excavation, fencing, and lighting, must also stop, the ruling said.
A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction barring new detainees from being brought to the Everglades detention facility known as "Alligator Alcatraz" and requiring that equipment brought in for its operation be removed. Construction at the site, including paving, filling, excavation, fencing, and lighting, must also stop, the ruling said.
Active police investigation in downtown Orlando
The Orlando Police Department is working an "active investigation" in downtown Orlando early Friday morning, and has asked the public to avoid the area.
The Orlando Police Department is working an "active investigation" in downtown Orlando early Friday morning, and has asked the public to avoid the area.
Firefighters battle brush fire in Brevard County near Micco
Fire crews in Brevard County contained a brush fire Monday evening that spread to 15 acres after being sparked by lightning during a thunderstorm, officials said.
Fire crews in Brevard County contained a brush fire Monday evening that spread to 15 acres after being sparked by lightning during a thunderstorm, officials said.