DOJ lawsuit: SeaWorld walker policy violates Americans with Disabilities Act
The U.S. Department of Justice filed a civil lawsuit against United Parks & Resorts, the parent company of SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, alleging that its ban on certain wheeled walkers and rollator walkers violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). "The ADA requires equal access for people with disabilities, and theme parks such as SeaWorld are no exception," said Assistant Attorney General Harmeet K. Dhillon of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division in a statement. FOX 35 Orlando has been reporting on SeaWorld's policy change since November 2025. Two weeks after FOX 35's reporting, the DOJ announced that it would open an investigation into potential ADA violations after receiving numerous complaints regarding the policy.
The U.S. Department of Justice filed a civil lawsuit against United Parks & Resorts, the parent company of SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, alleging that its ban on certain wheeled walkers and rollator walkers violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). "The ADA requires equal access for people with disabilities, and theme parks such as SeaWorld are no exception," said Assistant Attorney General Harmeet K. Dhillon of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division in a statement. FOX 35 Orlando has been reporting on SeaWorld's policy change since November 2025. Two weeks after FOX 35's reporting, the DOJ announced that it would open an investigation into potential ADA violations after receiving numerous complaints regarding the policy.
'Don't feed the swans': Orlando implements policy against feeding Lake Eola wildlife
The city of Orlando has implemented a "no-feeding" policy for the swans at Lake Eola. The public is no longer allowed to feed the birds and all coin-operated, public bird feeders have been removed. The change comes after dozens of swans died from an avian flu outbreak.
The city of Orlando has implemented a "no-feeding" policy for the swans at Lake Eola. The public is no longer allowed to feed the birds and all coin-operated, public bird feeders have been removed. The change comes after dozens of swans died from an avian flu outbreak.
Brevard County deputies serve search warrant at salvage yard
Brevard County deputies arrived at a Rockledge salvage yard, March 26, to reportedly serve a search warrant for allegedly "violating state law," deputies said.
Brevard County deputies arrived at a Rockledge salvage yard, March 26, to reportedly serve a search warrant for allegedly "violating state law," deputies said.
Lawsuit filed against The Rialto after relocation checks bounced, tenants claim
Tenants of The Rialto in Orange County, Florida are suing the apartment owners after they were evacuated due to structural concerns. $1,000 checks were given to tenants as a relocation fee, but the residents claim these checks bounced.
Tenants of The Rialto in Orange County, Florida are suing the apartment owners after they were evacuated due to structural concerns. $1,000 checks were given to tenants as a relocation fee, but the residents claim these checks bounced.
Florida man charged with aircraft piracy, crashed through Daytona Beach Airport fence
A Florida man, Bryan Parker, 58, is accused of aircraft piracy, in addition to seven other charges, after Volusia County deputies said he crashed into a fence at the Daytona Beach Airport and attempted to board a plane.
A Florida man, Bryan Parker, 58, is accused of aircraft piracy, in addition to seven other charges, after Volusia County deputies said he crashed into a fence at the Daytona Beach Airport and attempted to board a plane.
Execution stayed for former Florida cop accused of murder
The Florida Supreme Court has halted the planned execution of James Duckett, the Mascotte Police officer who was convicted of the brutal rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl in 1987. Duckett’s defense attorneys say DNA evidence being tested right now will prove his innocence. Results are expected back March 27th, days before his execution.
The Florida Supreme Court has halted the planned execution of James Duckett, the Mascotte Police officer who was convicted of the brutal rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl in 1987. Duckett’s defense attorneys say DNA evidence being tested right now will prove his innocence. Results are expected back March 27th, days before his execution.
Bodycam: Florida man hits gate, drives onto tarmac, tries to board planes
A Florida man was arrested at Daytona Beach Airport after he drove though a gate, onto an active runway, nearly hitting a student flight on the taxiway, officials said. Deputies said he also attempted to get into three small planes, before he was detained. Bodycam shows the man told deputies he went to an AA meeting, then proceeded to allegedly drink and do drugs before the incident.
A Florida man was arrested at Daytona Beach Airport after he drove though a gate, onto an active runway, nearly hitting a student flight on the taxiway, officials said. Deputies said he also attempted to get into three small planes, before he was detained. Bodycam shows the man told deputies he went to an AA meeting, then proceeded to allegedly drink and do drugs before the incident.
85 apartment units evacuated: Building 'sinking, settling to the ground'
Tenants of over 80 units at a Lake Mary apartment complex were told to move out after a fire – which took place months prior – uncovered significant structural issues. These affected units were deemed "unsafe" to live in, as the Seminole County Fire Department cited "several deficiencies" that were found.
Tenants of over 80 units at a Lake Mary apartment complex were told to move out after a fire – which took place months prior – uncovered significant structural issues. These affected units were deemed "unsafe" to live in, as the Seminole County Fire Department cited "several deficiencies" that were found.
Fertility clinic faces lawsuit after surrogate baby dies 10 days after birth
The power attorney of a surrogate mother filed a lawsuit against a Longwood fertility clinic after a baby died 10 days after birth. The lawsuit alleges that the clinic implanted an embryo into a surrogate who didn't have the capability to make an informed decision by herself.
The power attorney of a surrogate mother filed a lawsuit against a Longwood fertility clinic after a baby died 10 days after birth. The lawsuit alleges that the clinic implanted an embryo into a surrogate who didn't have the capability to make an informed decision by herself.
Intoxicated driver goes through Daytona Beach Airport fence to airfield
An intoxicated man was taken into custody after crashing his vehicle through a security gate at the Daytona Beach International Airport. Volusia County deputies said the man attempted to enter an occupied, running aircraft. The breach occurred at the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University flight ramp, where university security and airport staff intervened to resolve the situation safely before the FBI and local deputies arrived.
An intoxicated man was taken into custody after crashing his vehicle through a security gate at the Daytona Beach International Airport. Volusia County deputies said the man attempted to enter an occupied, running aircraft. The breach occurred at the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University flight ramp, where university security and airport staff intervened to resolve the situation safely before the FBI and local deputies arrived.
Where do HOA fees go? Residents concerned about missing money
The Stonebridge Place association has seen four different management companies in just nine months. Ending those contracts early has already cost the HOA $18,000 in termination fees during those nine months. Now, homeowners want to know: where are HOA dues going?
The Stonebridge Place association has seen four different management companies in just nine months. Ending those contracts early has already cost the HOA $18,000 in termination fees during those nine months. Now, homeowners want to know: where are HOA dues going?
Lake Mary apartment evacuation: 85 units ruled 'unsafe'
Approximately 85 units at the Pebble Creek apartments in Lake Mary were condemned this week after fire and structural inspections revealed life-threatening "deficiencies," Seminole County officials said. Officials said some issues they saw included stairs pulling away from walls and buildings physically "settling on themselves."
Approximately 85 units at the Pebble Creek apartments in Lake Mary were condemned this week after fire and structural inspections revealed life-threatening "deficiencies," Seminole County officials said. Officials said some issues they saw included stairs pulling away from walls and buildings physically "settling on themselves."
Merritt Island natural gas plant proposal rejected: What's next?
Brevard County residents cheered after the proposal for a natural gas plant in Merritt Island was unanimously rejected. Brevard County commissioners believed property values of those living near the plant could be negatively impacted.
Brevard County residents cheered after the proposal for a natural gas plant in Merritt Island was unanimously rejected. Brevard County commissioners believed property values of those living near the plant could be negatively impacted.
Winter Park shooting suspects denied bond: 2 window installers hospitalized
Frederick Leonzo Callaway and James Robinson, charged with felony murder, armed burglary, armed robbery, and aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude law enforcement, were denied bond on March 25 after two window installment workers were hospitalized from shooting injuries. The shooting was reported on Tuesday around 3:50 p.m. at a home near Overlook Road and Sylvan Boulevard. Police found two men who had been shot and taken to the hospital.
Frederick Leonzo Callaway and James Robinson, charged with felony murder, armed burglary, armed robbery, and aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude law enforcement, were denied bond on March 25 after two window installment workers were hospitalized from shooting injuries. The shooting was reported on Tuesday around 3:50 p.m. at a home near Overlook Road and Sylvan Boulevard. Police found two men who had been shot and taken to the hospital.
1 dead in shooting after man crashes car into Florida home
A man armed with a hatchet was shot and killed by Fruitland Park Police early, March 25. Police said the suspect crashed his truck into a house. When deputies responded, the man had a hatchet and would not drop it, police said. An officer shot the man. He later died at the hospital. No officers were hurt in the shooting.
A man armed with a hatchet was shot and killed by Fruitland Park Police early, March 25. Police said the suspect crashed his truck into a house. When deputies responded, the man had a hatchet and would not drop it, police said. An officer shot the man. He later died at the hospital. No officers were hurt in the shooting.
85 apartment units evacuated: Officials site damage to stairs, structure
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | Seminole County officials discuss three key issues at a Lake Mary apartment -- prompting the evacuation of 85 units. Officials cited damage to stairs, structural damage and damage from a previous fire.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | Seminole County officials discuss three key issues at a Lake Mary apartment -- prompting the evacuation of 85 units. Officials cited damage to stairs, structural damage and damage from a previous fire.
Fruitland Park update on officer-involved shooting
Fruitland Park Interim Police Chief Henry Rains gives an update on a deadly officer-involved shooting that happened Wednesday morning. Police said a man armed with a hatchet and a gun was shot and killed. He was identified as 53-year-old Duane Terrell Holston.
Fruitland Park Interim Police Chief Henry Rains gives an update on a deadly officer-involved shooting that happened Wednesday morning. Police said a man armed with a hatchet and a gun was shot and killed. He was identified as 53-year-old Duane Terrell Holston.
NASA moon base and Mars mission announced: What to know
NASA gave details of America’s future in space this week, laying out plans in the coming years to build a base on the moon and send a nuclear spacecraft to Mars.
NASA gave details of America’s future in space this week, laying out plans in the coming years to build a base on the moon and send a nuclear spacecraft to Mars.
Florida BBB: Fake toll scam, court flyers targeting drivers
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) said a new scam involving counterfeit court notices is making the rounds. Counterfeit notices – designed to look like records from a state or county court – are demanding people pay fines ("judgments") against them for various parking or toll violations. Holly Salmons, President/CEO of the Better Business Bureau Serving Central Florida, stopped by Good Day Orlando to talk about the latest scams targeting Florida residents.
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) said a new scam involving counterfeit court notices is making the rounds. Counterfeit notices – designed to look like records from a state or county court – are demanding people pay fines ("judgments") against them for various parking or toll violations. Holly Salmons, President/CEO of the Better Business Bureau Serving Central Florida, stopped by Good Day Orlando to talk about the latest scams targeting Florida residents.
TSA vs. private airport security: Orlando Sanford Airport talks benefits, differences
More than 20 airports across the country use private security vs. TSA. Orlando Sanford International Airport is one of at least three airports that use private security, through a TSA partnership program. George Speake, executive vice president and Deputy CEO at Orlando Sanford Airport, joined FOX 35 to talk about why that decision was made more than a decade ago, how it works, and how it has faired during the funding lapse impacting other airports in Georgia and Texas.
More than 20 airports across the country use private security vs. TSA. Orlando Sanford International Airport is one of at least three airports that use private security, through a TSA partnership program. George Speake, executive vice president and Deputy CEO at Orlando Sanford Airport, joined FOX 35 to talk about why that decision was made more than a decade ago, how it works, and how it has faired during the funding lapse impacting other airports in Georgia and Texas.