Cold weather prompts Central Florida residents to turn on heat
A cold weather alert is prompting many Central Florida residents to turn on their heat, in some cases for the first time this season, as temperatures drop behind a strong cold front.
A cold weather alert is prompting many Central Florida residents to turn on their heat, in some cases for the first time this season, as temperatures drop behind a strong cold front.
Countdown begins for Cheez-It Citrus Bowl in Orlando
The countdown is on for the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl, the final of three bowl games at Camping World Stadium, set to kick off on Wednesday.
The countdown is on for the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl, the final of three bowl games at Camping World Stadium, set to kick off on Wednesday.
Ex-Marion County Fire workers claim 'roughhousing' happened often at Fire Station 21
Leaders with Marion County Fire Rescue admit firing 10 people from one fire station – Fire Station 21 – is a tough loss for the department and the community – years and years of firefighting experience gone, but they are firm that violence and hazing have no place whatsoever within the department.
Leaders with Marion County Fire Rescue admit firing 10 people from one fire station – Fire Station 21 – is a tough loss for the department and the community – years and years of firefighting experience gone, but they are firm that violence and hazing have no place whatsoever within the department.
Johnny Damon steps up to help bring MLB to Orlando
Orlando native and former Major League Baseball All-Star Johnny Damon is joining an effort to bring an MLB franchise to Central Florida. The Orlando Dreamers announced that Damon has signed on as an MLB strategic advisor as the group continues its push to land a professional baseball team.
Orlando native and former Major League Baseball All-Star Johnny Damon is joining an effort to bring an MLB franchise to Central Florida. The Orlando Dreamers announced that Damon has signed on as an MLB strategic advisor as the group continues its push to land a professional baseball team.
Woman accused of trying to kill disabled granddaughter
A DeLand woman is in custody after deputies say she drugged her disabled 13-year-old great-granddaughter in what authorities describe as a foiled murder-suicide attempt.
A DeLand woman is in custody after deputies say she drugged her disabled 13-year-old great-granddaughter in what authorities describe as a foiled murder-suicide attempt.
Ex-Marion County firefighters: 'Roughhousing' was common
Former Marion County Fire Rescue employees terminated amid investigations into alleged hazing of a 19-year-old rookie firefighter told investigations that "roughousing" was common at Fire Station 21. FOX 35 obtained the investigative interviews and transcripts that were conducted amid the investigation via a public records request. In those interviews, the former employees said the situation started as a playful joke and admitted it got out of hand.
Former Marion County Fire Rescue employees terminated amid investigations into alleged hazing of a 19-year-old rookie firefighter told investigations that "roughousing" was common at Fire Station 21. FOX 35 obtained the investigative interviews and transcripts that were conducted amid the investigation via a public records request. In those interviews, the former employees said the situation started as a playful joke and admitted it got out of hand.
New details in alleged Marion County firefighter hazing investigation
A 19-year-old rookie firefighter at Marion County Fire Rescue's Fire Station 21 described to detectives the horror he underwent as his colleagues allegedly tackled him, put him into a leg lock, whipped him with a belt, and waterboarded him – all over the desire to gain access to his cell phone to watch a viral video he posted a while back on social media. A 19-year-old rookie firefighter at Marion County Fire Rescue's Fire Station 21 described to detectives the horror he underwent as his colleagues allegedly tackled him, put him into a leg lock, whipped him with a belt, and waterboarded him – all over the desire to gain access to his cell phone to watch a viral video he posted a while back on social media.
A 19-year-old rookie firefighter at Marion County Fire Rescue's Fire Station 21 described to detectives the horror he underwent as his colleagues allegedly tackled him, put him into a leg lock, whipped him with a belt, and waterboarded him – all over the desire to gain access to his cell phone to watch a viral video he posted a while back on social media. A 19-year-old rookie firefighter at Marion County Fire Rescue's Fire Station 21 described to detectives the horror he underwent as his colleagues allegedly tackled him, put him into a leg lock, whipped him with a belt, and waterboarded him – all over the desire to gain access to his cell phone to watch a viral video he posted a while back on social media.
Grocery store hours: What's open on New Year's Eve, New Year's Day?
Whether you need a last-minute appetizer or dessert for that New Year's party or simply need to run to the grocery store, here is a quick list of the stores that will be open on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Whether you need a last-minute appetizer or dessert for that New Year's party or simply need to run to the grocery store, here is a quick list of the stores that will be open on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Woman accused of trying to kill 13-year-old great-granddaughter in attempted murder-suicide
A DeLand woman is accusing of trying to kill her disabled great-granddaughter in a murder-suicide attempt, according to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.
A DeLand woman is accusing of trying to kill her disabled great-granddaughter in a murder-suicide attempt, according to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.
Florida bear hunt: 52 black bears killed, FWC says
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission released initial numbers from the 2025 Bear Hunt, the first bear hunt in Florida after nearly a decade.
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission released initial numbers from the 2025 Bear Hunt, the first bear hunt in Florida after nearly a decade.
DNA leads to arrest 21 years after armed masked man sexually assaulted Florida woman in her home: CCSO
Twenty-one years after a Florida woman was reportedly sexually assaulted inside her home by an armed, masked intruder, law enforcement officers have made an arrest.
Twenty-one years after a Florida woman was reportedly sexually assaulted inside her home by an armed, masked intruder, law enforcement officers have made an arrest.
Florida grandma, caregiver accused of drugging great-granddaughter in alleged murder-suicide plan: Deputies
A Florida grandma has been arrested, accused of drugging her 13-year-old disabled great-granddaughter in an alleged murder-suicide plan, according to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.
A Florida grandma has been arrested, accused of drugging her 13-year-old disabled great-granddaughter in an alleged murder-suicide plan, according to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.
Ambulance hit while responding to crash on I-95 in Volusia County, FHP says
The crashes happened on the northbound side of the interstate near Ormond Beach, just before mile marker 268.
The crashes happened on the northbound side of the interstate near Ormond Beach, just before mile marker 268.
Multi-vehicle crash on I-95 in Volusia County
A crash on I-95 northbound in Volusia County is causing traffic delays.
A crash on I-95 northbound in Volusia County is causing traffic delays.
Central Florida water parks close as arctic blast hits the area
Both Disney World and Universal Orlando are closing their water parks for a few days due to “inclement weather."
Both Disney World and Universal Orlando are closing their water parks for a few days due to “inclement weather."
Travel disruptions at Orlando airport begin to ease
Travel disruptions at Orlando International Airport are beginning to ease after a busy holiday stretch, though delays and cancellations are still affecting some flights, particularly those connected to colder regions of the country.
Travel disruptions at Orlando International Airport are beginning to ease after a busy holiday stretch, though delays and cancellations are still affecting some flights, particularly those connected to colder regions of the country.
New Florida laws that go into effect Jan. 1, 2026
The countdown to the start of the new year is on – and while that means celebrations, champagne, and midnight kisses for some – it also means the start of several new laws in Florida.
The countdown to the start of the new year is on – and while that means celebrations, champagne, and midnight kisses for some – it also means the start of several new laws in Florida.
Cold snap prompts Central Florida gardeners to protect plants
Gardeners across Central Florida are being urged to take precautions as colder winter weather returns to the Sunshine State, threatening sensitive plants. FOX 35 Storm Team meteorologist TJ Springer visited a nursery in DeLand to learn how residents can protect their gardens from frost and cold air.
Gardeners across Central Florida are being urged to take precautions as colder winter weather returns to the Sunshine State, threatening sensitive plants. FOX 35 Storm Team meteorologist TJ Springer visited a nursery in DeLand to learn how residents can protect their gardens from frost and cold air.
Teen killed on Christmas Day described as bubbly, outgoing
A 13-year-old girl who was counting down the days until she could try out for her high school cheerleading team was killed on Christmas Day in Pine Hills, authorities said.
A 13-year-old girl who was counting down the days until she could try out for her high school cheerleading team was killed on Christmas Day in Pine Hills, authorities said.
Orlando airport Chili’s to close at year’s end
A longtime fan-favorite Chili’s restaurant at Orlando International Airport will close Dec. 31, marking the end of an era for travelers passing through the busy terminal.
A longtime fan-favorite Chili’s restaurant at Orlando International Airport will close Dec. 31, marking the end of an era for travelers passing through the busy terminal.