Friends, classmates hold vigil for 14-year-old Hunter Russey
riends, classmates and community members are preparing to honor Hunter Russey, a 14-year-old who died after authorities say a convenience store owner struck him with a vehicle in an alleged intentional hit-and-run.
riends, classmates and community members are preparing to honor Hunter Russey, a 14-year-old who died after authorities say a convenience store owner struck him with a vehicle in an alleged intentional hit-and-run.
New study reveals why dangerous fungus is so difficult to treat
Scientists discovered how the deadly fungus Candida auris can survive antifungal treatment – a finding that could lead to new therapies.
Scientists discovered how the deadly fungus Candida auris can survive antifungal treatment – a finding that could lead to new therapies.
Kissimmee mayor posts $70,000 bond after arrest on theft, fraud charges
Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa posted a $70,000 bond following her arrest on charges of grand theft and scheme to defraud.
Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa posted a $70,000 bond following her arrest on charges of grand theft and scheme to defraud.
Shooting investigation near Marion County middle school leaves man dead, deputies say
An investigation into a shooting and crash near Liberty Middle School in Ocala could cause delays during morning drop-off, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
An investigation into a shooting and crash near Liberty Middle School in Ocala could cause delays during morning drop-off, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
Sumter County man sentenced to 100 years in prison for 2023 shooting
A 28-year-old man has been sentenced to 100 years in prison for an ambush shooting in Sumter County that left a victim with a gunshot wound to the back, prosecutors said.
A 28-year-old man has been sentenced to 100 years in prison for an ambush shooting in Sumter County that left a victim with a gunshot wound to the back, prosecutors said.
Florida governor, U.S. Senate races tighten in latest poll from UNF
A new University of North Florida poll shows competitive races for Florida governor and the U.S. Senate, with Republican candidates Byron Donalds and Ashley Moody holding narrow leads over their Democratic opponents.
A new University of North Florida poll shows competitive races for Florida governor and the U.S. Senate, with Republican candidates Byron Donalds and Ashley Moody holding narrow leads over their Democratic opponents.
New poll shows close races for Florida governor, U.S. Senate
Two major Florida races are competitive, according to a new University of North Florida poll, with Republican Byron Donalds leading Democrat David Jolly by 2 percentage points in the governor's race and Republican incumbent Ashley Moody leading Democrat Angie Nixon by 4 points in the U.S. Senate contest.
Two major Florida races are competitive, according to a new University of North Florida poll, with Republican Byron Donalds leading Democrat David Jolly by 2 percentage points in the governor's race and Republican incumbent Ashley Moody leading Democrat Angie Nixon by 4 points in the U.S. Senate contest.
Orlando International Airport moves closer to bringing electric air taxis to Central Florida
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is advancing plans for a temporary landing area for electric air taxis, a step toward introducing a new form of transportation to Central Florida.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is advancing plans for a temporary landing area for electric air taxis, a step toward introducing a new form of transportation to Central Florida.
MCO moves closer to bringing electric air taxis to Central Florida
Orlando International Airport is advancing plans for a temporary landing area for electric air taxis, a step toward introducing a new form of transportation to Central Florida. The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority is working with federal and state partners to explore how these aircraft could operate safely alongside traditional commercial flights.
Orlando International Airport is advancing plans for a temporary landing area for electric air taxis, a step toward introducing a new form of transportation to Central Florida. The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority is working with federal and state partners to explore how these aircraft could operate safely alongside traditional commercial flights.
Dead hammerhead on Indian Harbour Beach points to alarming ocean trend
Researchers are trying to figure out why dead sharks keep washing ashore along Florida's east coast, including a hammerhead that recently turned up on Indian Harbour Beach. Sharks as a whole are struggling to survive and facing extinction if their numbers keep dwindling.
Researchers are trying to figure out why dead sharks keep washing ashore along Florida's east coast, including a hammerhead that recently turned up on Indian Harbour Beach. Sharks as a whole are struggling to survive and facing extinction if their numbers keep dwindling.
Daytona Beach considers pond fencing after child drownings
Daytona Beach city commissioners are considering requiring fences or other barriers around retention ponds following the drowning deaths of two young boys at an apartment complex.
Daytona Beach city commissioners are considering requiring fences or other barriers around retention ponds following the drowning deaths of two young boys at an apartment complex.
Dead sharks wash ashore along Florida's Space Coast as researchers investigate
Researchers are investigating a series of hammerhead shark deaths along Florida's east coast, with at least 13 dead sharks reported washing ashore this year, including one recently found in Indian Harbour Beach.
Researchers are investigating a series of hammerhead shark deaths along Florida's east coast, with at least 13 dead sharks reported washing ashore this year, including one recently found in Indian Harbour Beach.
What's the difference between a tropical and sub tropical system?
Subtropical Storm Josephine formed in the Atlantic on Wednesday, but its unusual characteristics set it apart from a typical tropical storm.
Subtropical Storm Josephine formed in the Atlantic on Wednesday, but its unusual characteristics set it apart from a typical tropical storm.
Students arrested after alleged attack near Harmony High School
Nine students were arrested after allegedly beating a fellow student outside Harmony High School in Osceola County, authorities said. Investigators said the attack followed a cafeteria confrontation in which the victim intervened to defend a girl who was being bullied.
Nine students were arrested after allegedly beating a fellow student outside Harmony High School in Osceola County, authorities said. Investigators said the attack followed a cafeteria confrontation in which the victim intervened to defend a girl who was being bullied.
Kissimmee mayor arrested on charges tied to COVID-19 relief funds
Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa was arrested Wednesday on charges of grand theft and scheming to defraud in an investigation into the alleged misuse of $50,000 in city grant money intended to help businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, authorities said.
Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa was arrested Wednesday on charges of grand theft and scheming to defraud in an investigation into the alleged misuse of $50,000 in city grant money intended to help businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, authorities said.
Subtropical Storm Josephine forms in Atlantic, expected to move away from U.S. coast, NHC says
Subtropical Storm Josephine (formerly Invest 93-L) formed Wednesday in the Atlantic Ocean, with forecasters expecting the storm to accelerate northeastward and move away from the United States, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Subtropical Storm Josephine (formerly Invest 93-L) formed Wednesday in the Atlantic Ocean, with forecasters expecting the storm to accelerate northeastward and move away from the United States, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Florida AG Uthmeier talks Kissimmee mayor's arrest | FULL
Kissimmee mayor Jackie Espinosa was arrested Wednesday on charges of grand theft and fraud allegedly tied to applications submitted to the city's COVID boost program. Espinosa is accused of submitting applications on behalf of herself and family members, securing some $90,000 in city funds, despite ethical warnings and concerns from other staff members, officials said. Those actions have been part of city and state ethics investigations.
Kissimmee mayor Jackie Espinosa was arrested Wednesday on charges of grand theft and fraud allegedly tied to applications submitted to the city's COVID boost program. Espinosa is accused of submitting applications on behalf of herself and family members, securing some $90,000 in city funds, despite ethical warnings and concerns from other staff members, officials said. Those actions have been part of city and state ethics investigations.
Florida man armed with knife accused of forcing woman into bathroom, attempting to attack her, officials say
A Florida man allegedly opened a knife inside a Dollar Tree store and forced a woman into a bathroom, where he attempted to sexually attack her, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office.
A Florida man allegedly opened a knife inside a Dollar Tree store and forced a woman into a bathroom, where he attempted to sexually attack her, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office.
SeaWorld Orlando reopens Mako after temporary closure following Six Flags death
SeaWorld Orlando has reopened its popular Mako roller coaster after temporarily closing it following a deadly incident at Six Flags Over Georgia.
SeaWorld Orlando has reopened its popular Mako roller coaster after temporarily closing it following a deadly incident at Six Flags Over Georgia.
What happens to leftover funds from campaign donations?
Alicia Farrant, who unsuccessfully ran for Orange County's School Board, donated $19,000 in unused campaign donations to a nonprofit she owns with her husband. She said the money will be used to help open an orphanage in Latin America. Is it legal? Ethical? FOX 35's Marie Edinger talks with experts about it.
Alicia Farrant, who unsuccessfully ran for Orange County's School Board, donated $19,000 in unused campaign donations to a nonprofit she owns with her husband. She said the money will be used to help open an orphanage in Latin America. Is it legal? Ethical? FOX 35's Marie Edinger talks with experts about it.