Florida's DOGE to begin Orange County audit on Tuesday
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State auditors from DOGE are scheduled to be in Orange County on Tuesday to begin an on-site review of county financial records. The review follows a letter sent to Mayor Jerry Demings last month, which expressed concern over increased county spending. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie reports.

New PopStroke location opening in Winter Garden
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The highly anticipated PopStroke Winter Garden opens this week, and Good Day Orlando is getting the first look at Tiger Woods? family-friendly mini golf attraction in Southwest Orange County.

Orange County DOGE audit starting today: What we know, what leaders are saying

Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia hosted a news conference on Tuesday morning in Orlando to discuss the Florida Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) audit into Orange County’s spending and operations.

Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia speaks in Orlando
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Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia hosted a press gaggle regarding local government audits on Tuesday morning in Orlando. During the event, the CFO discussed the Florida Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) audit into Orange County’s spending and operations.

Eskamani's message to DeSantis: 'Go DOGE yourself'
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U.S. Rep. Anna Eskamani praised Orange County leaders for standing firm in protecting local resources during the "Defending Your Dollars" news conference, calling out state overreach into county governance. She also condemned Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for excessive spending on the Alligator Alcatraz immigration detention center in the Everglades, highlighting the lack of transparency and due process.

FULL: Commissioner Kelly Martinez Semrad speaks out on state overreach
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Orange County Commissioner Kelly Martinez Semrad held a news conference to denounce state overreach by Florida officials, accusing them of using political pressure and audits to undermine local governance.

Orange County Commissioner Kelly Martinez Semrad speaks on defending tax dollars
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Orange County Commissioner Kelly Martinez Semrad held a ?Defending Your Dollars? news conference Tuesday morning. She spoke out against alleged state overreach and its impact on local control and public services.

Homeschooling sees increase in Central Florida
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Homeschooling in Florida, particularly in the Central Florida area, has seen a significant increase in popularity in recent years. Joette and Lilian Pearl join Good Day Orlando to talk about the benefits to homeschooling.

Orange County commissioners to look at ICE agreement
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The Orange County Commission will vote on a new agreement with ICE to transport detainees to Alligator Alcatraz. Mayor Jerry Demings says that the county was backed into a corner due to a state law ? so it needs to be passed, but some county leaders are pushing back.

Registered sex offender accused of groping teen on plane
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Registered sex offender John Fowler is facing charges after allegedly groping a 17-year-old girl on a Spirit Airlines flight from Indianapolis to Orlando last month, according to police.

Florida DOGE set to begin auditing Orange County
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State auditors from DOGE are scheduled to be in Orange County on Tuesday to begin an on-site review of county financial records. The review follows a letter sent to Mayor Jerry Demings last month, which expressed concern over increased county spending. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie reports.

Unlicensed med spa worker arrested in Orlando: Police
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A woman working at a med spa in Orlando is facing nearly two dozen charges after authorities say she performed medical procedures without a license, including one that allegedly left a woman with lifelong injuries.

Edgewater drops proposed e-bike ban
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The Edgewater City Council has backed away from a proposed ordinance that would have banned e-bikes from city sidewalks and parks after an emotionally charged public meeting Monday night.

Registered sex offender accused of groping teen on flight
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A registered sex offender from Indiana is facing charges after allegedly groping a 17-year-old girl on a Spirit Airlines flight from Indianapolis to Orlando last month, according to Orlando police.

Neighbor arrested after gunfire erupts in Fruitland Park
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A Central Florida man is facing attempted murder charges after deputies say he fired multiple shots into his neighbor?s home while a family was sleeping inside, following a dispute over loud music.

Video shows funnel cloud over Central Florida
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The National Weather Service issued a brief tornado warning in parts of Orange and Osceola counties early Monday evening. This video was recorded by FOX 35 News viewer Matthew Thompson.

Tornado warning issued as severe storms pound Central Florida
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Severe thunderstorms rolled through Central Florida on Monday night, bringing torrential rain, frequent lightning and a brief tornado warning to parts of the region.

Florida launches program to streamline ICE detainee transports in North Florida

Florida officials launched a pilot program on Monday that could help streamline U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainee transports in the northern part of the state.

Florida deputy removes alligator from pool
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A St. Johns County deputy calmly removed an unexpected visitor from a backyard pool, impressing onlookers and social media users with his cool demeanor ? and his sense of humor.