Alachua school board under state scrutiny over free speech clash
Florida Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas sent the Alachua County School Board a letter threatening sanctions against the district for what he called a free speech violation. The accusation centers on a board member requesting the removal of a man who criticized Chair Dr. Sarah Rockwell after he shared a "conservative" viewpoint during public comment. The school district denies any First Amendment violation.
Florida Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas sent the Alachua County School Board a letter threatening sanctions against the district for what he called a free speech violation. The accusation centers on a board member requesting the removal of a man who criticized Chair Dr. Sarah Rockwell after he shared a "conservative" viewpoint during public comment. The school district denies any First Amendment violation.
Orlando hosts Florida Freedom Forum
Governor Ron DeSantis was one of the speaker during Saturday's event.
Governor Ron DeSantis was one of the speaker during Saturday's event.
Marion County authorities identify victim in deadly Silver Springs shooting
The shooting remains under investigation.
The shooting remains under investigation.
Jeanine Pirro, former Fox News host, confirmed as top federal prosecutor
The Senate has confirmed former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as the top federal prosecutor for the nation’s capital.
The Senate has confirmed former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as the top federal prosecutor for the nation’s capital.
Jack Smith investigation: Case opened into ex-Trump prosecutor
An independent watchdog agency responsible for enforcing a law against partisan political activity by federal employees has opened an investigation into Jack Smith.
An independent watchdog agency responsible for enforcing a law against partisan political activity by federal employees has opened an investigation into Jack Smith.
Sen. Rick Scott, former Florida governor, endorses Trump-backed Byron Donalds
Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., has endorsed fellow Republican Rep. Byron Donalds' Florida gubernatorial bid. Scott served as governor of the Sunshine State prior to current Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., has endorsed fellow Republican Rep. Byron Donalds' Florida gubernatorial bid. Scott served as governor of the Sunshine State prior to current Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Orlando hosts 2025 Florida Freedom Forum
The Republican Party of Florida hosted its�2025 Florida Freedom Forum, a one-day gathering of top conservative leaders, on Saturday in Orlando. The forum included a multitude of events and featured speeches from top speakers throughout the day.
The Republican Party of Florida hosted its�2025 Florida Freedom Forum, a one-day gathering of top conservative leaders, on Saturday in Orlando. The forum included a multitude of events and featured speeches from top speakers throughout the day.
2 detained after shots fired in Lake Nona neighborhood
Two people have been detained after shots were fired on Friday in a Lake Nona neighborhood, police say. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Two people have been detained after shots were fired on Friday in a Lake Nona neighborhood, police say. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Deputy killed in ambush honored with road-renaming
The Lake County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) has renamed a portion of one of its highways in honor of fallen Master Deputy Sheriff Bradley Michael Link. The road-renaming ceremony took place at 10 a.m. on Saturday at Minneola City Hall. Link, 28, was killed in an ambush last year, while two other deputies were injured.
The Lake County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) has renamed a portion of one of its highways in honor of fallen Master Deputy Sheriff Bradley Michael Link. The road-renaming ceremony took place at 10 a.m. on Saturday at Minneola City Hall. Link, 28, was killed in an ambush last year, while two other deputies were injured.
6 Florida men sentenced for trafficking military-grade firearms to Mexican drug cartels, officials say
Six Florida men have been sentenced to federal prison terms for their roles in trafficking military-grade firearms to Mexican drug cartels, officials say.
Six Florida men have been sentenced to federal prison terms for their roles in trafficking military-grade firearms to Mexican drug cartels, officials say.
Gov. DeSantis delivers remarks at Florida Freedom Forum
The Republican Party of Florida hosted its Florida Freedom Forum on Saturday in Orlando. The annual fundraiser event serves as a platform for the party to gather, discuss their agenda and celebrate the conservative movement in Florida. The forum includes a multitude of events and features speeches from top speakers throughout the day. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was one of the many to share remarks at the event.
The Republican Party of Florida hosted its Florida Freedom Forum on Saturday in Orlando. The annual fundraiser event serves as a platform for the party to gather, discuss their agenda and celebrate the conservative movement in Florida. The forum includes a multitude of events and features speeches from top speakers throughout the day. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was one of the many to share remarks at the event.
Former Florida school teacher and dean arrested on child sex abuse charges, more victims likely: Officers
A 27-year-old former Florida charter school dean and teacher has been arrested on multiple child sexual abuse charges, and officers believe there may be more victims.
A 27-year-old former Florida charter school dean and teacher has been arrested on multiple child sexual abuse charges, and officers believe there may be more victims.
DeSantis clashes with protestors at Florida Freedom Forum
The Republican Party of Florida is hosting its Florida Freedom Forum on Saturday in Orlando. The annual fundraiser event serves as a platform for the party to gather, discuss their agenda and celebrate the conservative movement in Florida. The forum includes a multitude of events and features speeches from top speakers throughout the day. During Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' speech, several protestors were heard sharing their distaste for DeSantis' words.
The Republican Party of Florida is hosting its Florida Freedom Forum on Saturday in Orlando. The annual fundraiser event serves as a platform for the party to gather, discuss their agenda and celebrate the conservative movement in Florida. The forum includes a multitude of events and features speeches from top speakers throughout the day. During Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' speech, several protestors were heard sharing their distaste for DeSantis' words.
Florida gov. candidate Byron Donalds speaks on 'Alligator Alcatraz'
The Republican Party of Florida is hosting its Florida Freedom Forum on Saturday in Orlando. The annual fundraiser event serves as a platform for the party to gather, discuss their agenda and celebrate the conservative movement in Florida. The forum includes a multitude of events and features speeches from top speakers throughout the day. U.S. Congressman and Florida gov. candidate shared his thoughts on "Alligator Alcatraz" at the event.
The Republican Party of Florida is hosting its Florida Freedom Forum on Saturday in Orlando. The annual fundraiser event serves as a platform for the party to gather, discuss their agenda and celebrate the conservative movement in Florida. The forum includes a multitude of events and features speeches from top speakers throughout the day. U.S. Congressman and Florida gov. candidate shared his thoughts on "Alligator Alcatraz" at the event.
Trump Florida assassination attempt suspect can't see classified info relating to case, judge rules
The man accused of trying to assassinate President Donald Trump in Florida last year was barred by a federal judge from seeing classified material related to the case.
The man accused of trying to assassinate President Donald Trump in Florida last year was barred by a federal judge from seeing classified material related to the case.
6 DeLand men facing prison time for trafficking firearms
Six men from DeLand will spend time in federal prison, as they're accused of trafficking firearms to Mexican drug cartels. The sentences range for each suspect, with one facing as long as nine years.
Six men from DeLand will spend time in federal prison, as they're accused of trafficking firearms to Mexican drug cartels. The sentences range for each suspect, with one facing as long as nine years.
Teen dead, 4 injured in S.R. 44 crash in Volusia County
One teen is dead, and four other people were seriously injured, during a crash early Saturday morning on State Road 44 in Volusia County, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) says. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
One teen is dead, and four other people were seriously injured, during a crash early Saturday morning on State Road 44 in Volusia County, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) says. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
2 killed in fiery crash on Merritt Island Causeway
Florida Highway Patrol officials responded to a crash early Saturday morning on State Road 520 and Kiwanis Island Park Road. The crash left two people dead after their vehicle became engulfed in flames, according to troopers.
Florida Highway Patrol officials responded to a crash early Saturday morning on State Road 520 and Kiwanis Island Park Road. The crash left two people dead after their vehicle became engulfed in flames, according to troopers.
Kennedy Space Center named top U.S. attraction by Tripadvisor
Florida's Kennedy Space Center has been named the top attraction in the United States by Tripadvisor. Two other locations in the Sunshine State also received Tripadvisor's awards, and none of them were related to Disney.
Florida's Kennedy Space Center has been named the top attraction in the United States by Tripadvisor. Two other locations in the Sunshine State also received Tripadvisor's awards, and none of them were related to Disney.
Halloween happenings at Central Florida's theme parks
Even though the summer is still blazing hot, the holiday season is right around the corner. FOX 35's T.J. Springer breaks down the local Halloween happenings at Central Florida's theme parks.
Even though the summer is still blazing hot, the holiday season is right around the corner. FOX 35's T.J. Springer breaks down the local Halloween happenings at Central Florida's theme parks.