Federal budget cuts hit after-school programs
Federal budget cuts are hitting after-school programs hard, with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida facing a $250,000 funding gap in July alone.
Federal budget cuts are hitting after-school programs hard, with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida facing a $250,000 funding gap in July alone.
Seminole County installs lightning alert systems
Lightning can strike without warning ? even when skies appear calm ? and Seminole County officials are taking steps to keep residents safe with new technology aimed at providing critical early alerts.
Lightning can strike without warning ? even when skies appear calm ? and Seminole County officials are taking steps to keep residents safe with new technology aimed at providing critical early alerts.
Florida?s school voucher surge draws fire from critics
As Florida?s new state budget channels more money toward private and charter schools, public school advocates are sounding the alarm about the future of public education ? warning that already-strained classrooms could suffer further setbacks.
As Florida?s new state budget channels more money toward private and charter schools, public school advocates are sounding the alarm about the future of public education ? warning that already-strained classrooms could suffer further setbacks.
Orange County looks to exit immigration detention agreement
Orange County commissioners signaled on Tuesday their intent to move away from immigration detention duties, specifically declining to use county correctional officers to transport undocumented immigrants to detention centers, including the facility nicknamed ?Alligator Alcatraz.?
Orange County commissioners signaled on Tuesday their intent to move away from immigration detention duties, specifically declining to use county correctional officers to transport undocumented immigrants to detention centers, including the facility nicknamed ?Alligator Alcatraz.?
Florida man accused of poisoning ex-girlfriend with bleach
A man is facing felony charges after deputies say he poured bleach into a bottle belonging to his ex-girlfriend during a heated breakup, nearly poisoning her uncle in the process. According to the Volusia County Sheriff?s Office, a woman called authorities claiming her ex-boyfriend, 23-year-old Edward Guzman III, had intentionally tainted a drink with bleach after she told him she was coming to retrieve her belongings.
A man is facing felony charges after deputies say he poured bleach into a bottle belonging to his ex-girlfriend during a heated breakup, nearly poisoning her uncle in the process. According to the Volusia County Sheriff?s Office, a woman called authorities claiming her ex-boyfriend, 23-year-old Edward Guzman III, had intentionally tainted a drink with bleach after she told him she was coming to retrieve her belongings.
Florida daycare employee accused of abusing 6 infants as police, DCF investigate
A Central Florida daycare worker is accused of abusing six infants, ages 4 to 9 months, which has prompted staff retraining as ordered by the state.
A Central Florida daycare worker is accused of abusing six infants, ages 4 to 9 months, which has prompted staff retraining as ordered by the state.
Daycare employee accused of abusing 6 infants
Ocala Police (OPD) arrested Karla L. Penalverty-Gonzalez, 33, in connection with multiple allegations of child abuse at All Star Learning Academy on West Silver Springs Boulevard.
Ocala Police (OPD) arrested Karla L. Penalverty-Gonzalez, 33, in connection with multiple allegations of child abuse at All Star Learning Academy on West Silver Springs Boulevard.
St. Augustine man charged after attempted kidnapping caught on camera
A 31-year-old man is facing multiple felony charges after deputies say he tried to kidnap a woman outside a St. Augustine business in broad daylight last month, which was captured on surveillance video.
A 31-year-old man is facing multiple felony charges after deputies say he tried to kidnap a woman outside a St. Augustine business in broad daylight last month, which was captured on surveillance video.
VIDEO: Woman fights off kidnapping attempt
Viewer discretion: The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office shared surveillance of a man allegedly attempting to force a woman into his truck, as she screams and fights. Deputies said the woman was able to escape and draw the attention of someone else, who intervened to help. Theodore Michael Tundidor, 31, was later arrested and charged with kidnapping, robbery, and grand theft auto. The woman is OK.
Viewer discretion: The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office shared surveillance of a man allegedly attempting to force a woman into his truck, as she screams and fights. Deputies said the woman was able to escape and draw the attention of someone else, who intervened to help. Theodore Michael Tundidor, 31, was later arrested and charged with kidnapping, robbery, and grand theft auto. The woman is OK.
Flash flooding hits parts of Central Florida
Residents across parts of Central Florida spent Monday recovering from widespread flooding after heavy rainfall overwhelmed neighborhoods, submerged streets, and forced families to scramble for safety and salvage their belongings.
Residents across parts of Central Florida spent Monday recovering from widespread flooding after heavy rainfall overwhelmed neighborhoods, submerged streets, and forced families to scramble for safety and salvage their belongings.
Florida man accused of trying to poison ex with bleach: Deputies
A man was taken to jail after authorities said he put bleach in his ex-girlfriend?s drink. According to the Volusia County Sheriff?s Office, 23-year-old Edwin Guzman was charged with poisoning ? a felony offense.
A man was taken to jail after authorities said he put bleach in his ex-girlfriend?s drink. According to the Volusia County Sheriff?s Office, 23-year-old Edwin Guzman was charged with poisoning ? a felony offense.
Deltona man arrested after attempted robbery of two gas stations, holding clerk hostage, police say
A 20-year-old man is in custody after robbing two gas stations early Tuesday and forcibly holding a store clerk hostage while claiming he had a gun, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
A 20-year-old man is in custody after robbing two gas stations early Tuesday and forcibly holding a store clerk hostage while claiming he had a gun, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Gainesville woman sentenced to 7 years for DUI manslaughter in 2024 crash: Officials
A Gainesville woman has been sentenced to seven years in prison for DUI manslaughter in connection with a 2024 crash that killed a 53-year-old passenger, authorities said.
A Gainesville woman has been sentenced to seven years in prison for DUI manslaughter in connection with a 2024 crash that killed a 53-year-old passenger, authorities said.
Invest 93L update: Heavy rains over Florida
FOX 35 meteorologist T.J. Springer provides an update on Invest 93L, an area of low pressure bringing heavy rains and minor flooding to Orlando and Central Florida.
FOX 35 meteorologist T.J. Springer provides an update on Invest 93L, an area of low pressure bringing heavy rains and minor flooding to Orlando and Central Florida.
Gov. DeSantis opens C-43 Reservoir to help protect Everglades
Governor DeSantis announces the opening of C-43 Reservoir in Hendry County Tuesday afternoon. The goal is to help protect the Florida Everglades.
Governor DeSantis announces the opening of C-43 Reservoir in Hendry County Tuesday afternoon. The goal is to help protect the Florida Everglades.
Florida AG threatens legal action against U.S. Masters Swimming
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hosted a news conference on Tuesday morning in Orlando to address U.S. Masters Swimming. The AG said the organization needs to keep men out of female competitions and locker rooms. Otherwise, he said they will face a lawsuit.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hosted a news conference on Tuesday morning in Orlando to address U.S. Masters Swimming. The AG said the organization needs to keep men out of female competitions and locker rooms. Otherwise, he said they will face a lawsuit.
Florida man convicted of killing 2 people outside a bar set to be put to death
A Florida man who was convicted in the 1993 shooting deaths of a man and woman outside a bar as part of an attempted revenge killing is set to be executed on Tuesday.
A Florida man who was convicted in the 1993 shooting deaths of a man and woman outside a bar as part of an attempted revenge killing is set to be executed on Tuesday.
15-year-old speaks out after fighting off 10-foot gator
15-year-old Summer Hinote fought off a 10-foot gator Monday and spoke with FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte about the frightening experience.
15-year-old Summer Hinote fought off a 10-foot gator Monday and spoke with FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte about the frightening experience.
Lake County residents voice their concerns over growth plan
FOX 35's Hannah Mackenzie spoke with some Lake County residents who are concerned about the counties growth plan during a meeting Monday.
FOX 35's Hannah Mackenzie spoke with some Lake County residents who are concerned about the counties growth plan during a meeting Monday.
Victims recall abduction attempt in Daytona Beach
A mother and her daughter recall the scary moments during an attempted abduction in Daytona Beach. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns has the exclusive interview. The suspect is now in custody.
A mother and her daughter recall the scary moments during an attempted abduction in Daytona Beach. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns has the exclusive interview. The suspect is now in custody.