Brevard County baby dolphin in distress, neighbors jump to help
Brevard County residents are trying to find a baby dolphin who was seen with rope around there tail. FOX 35's Esther Bower learns more about the efforts to help the animal.
Brevard County residents are trying to find a baby dolphin who was seen with rope around there tail. FOX 35's Esther Bower learns more about the efforts to help the animal.
Marcos Lopez, suspended Osceola County Sheriff, out of jail
Suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez was released from the Lake County Jail Thursday after posting $1M bond. He is facing two charges of conspiracy to commit racketeering and racketeering related to an alleged illegal gambling operation.
Suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez was released from the Lake County Jail Thursday after posting $1M bond. He is facing two charges of conspiracy to commit racketeering and racketeering related to an alleged illegal gambling operation.
FULL: Suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez released
Suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez was released from jail on Thursday after posting $1M bond. He was arrested on two charges of conspiracy to commit racketeering and racketeering related to an alleged illegal gambling operation in Osceola County.
Suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez was released from jail on Thursday after posting $1M bond. He was arrested on two charges of conspiracy to commit racketeering and racketeering related to an alleged illegal gambling operation in Osceola County.
Marcos Lopez bonds out of jail
Suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez was released from jail Thursday after posting $1M bond. He was arrested and charged with two counts of conspiracy to commit racketeering and racketeering related to an alleged illegal gambling operation.
Suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez was released from jail Thursday after posting $1M bond. He was arrested and charged with two counts of conspiracy to commit racketeering and racketeering related to an alleged illegal gambling operation.
Daytona Beach high priced high rise gets cut short
A planned Daytona Beach high rise was cut short and will no longer be built. FOX 35's Chris Lindsay says it is now planned to be a one story building.
A planned Daytona Beach high rise was cut short and will no longer be built. FOX 35's Chris Lindsay says it is now planned to be a one story building.
Ocala baseball coach accused of inappropriate relationships with minors
An Ocala baseball coach and youth church volunteer has been arrested after he allegedly engaged in sexual misconduct with minors that spanned over several years. FOX 35's Marie Edinger has more on the case.
An Ocala baseball coach and youth church volunteer has been arrested after he allegedly engaged in sexual misconduct with minors that spanned over several years. FOX 35's Marie Edinger has more on the case.
Marcos Lopez satisfies court's requirements for bond; OK'd for release
Marcos Lopez, who was suspended as Osceola County Sheriff amid his alleged involvement in an illegal gambling business, posted bond Thursday, according to online records. FOX 35's Matt Trezza is outside the Lake County Jail awaiting Lopez's release.
Marcos Lopez, who was suspended as Osceola County Sheriff amid his alleged involvement in an illegal gambling business, posted bond Thursday, according to online records. FOX 35's Matt Trezza is outside the Lake County Jail awaiting Lopez's release.
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White House: U.S. strikes on Iran a 'massive success'
President Donald Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt held a press briefing on Thursday afternoon in the White House Briefing Room. During the event Leavitt spoke on what the Trump administration is calling a "massive success" following the United States strikes on Iran. Leavitt said Trump wants peace, but is not afraid to exercise strength.
President Donald Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt held a press briefing on Thursday afternoon in the White House Briefing Room. During the event Leavitt spoke on what the Trump administration is calling a "massive success" following the United States strikes on Iran. Leavitt said Trump wants peace, but is not afraid to exercise strength.
Ocala baseball coach, youth church volunteer arrested for alleged sexual misconduct with minors
An Ocala baseball coach and youth church volunteer has been arrested after he allegedly engaged in sexual misconduct with minors that spanned over several years.
An Ocala baseball coach and youth church volunteer has been arrested after he allegedly engaged in sexual misconduct with minors that spanned over several years.
Man arrested after allegedly pointing gun at family during road rage
A man was taken into custody Tuesday for allegedly threatening a family with a gun during a road rage incident near State Road 528 and International Drive, according to the Orange County Sheriff?s Office.
A man was taken into custody Tuesday for allegedly threatening a family with a gun during a road rage incident near State Road 528 and International Drive, according to the Orange County Sheriff?s Office.
DeSantis announces Commission for Public Higher Education
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced a new higher education accreditor for the Sunshine State called the Commission for Public Higher Education. DeSantis says the new accreditor will ensure that colleges and universities meet and maintain academic quality and operational excellence on behalf of their students. The commission will include six public university systems that will focus on academic excellence, student outcomes, process efficiency and the pursuit of quality assurance for public post-secondary education.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced a new higher education accreditor for the Sunshine State called the Commission for Public Higher Education. DeSantis says the new accreditor will ensure that colleges and universities meet and maintain academic quality and operational excellence on behalf of their students. The commission will include six public university systems that will focus on academic excellence, student outcomes, process efficiency and the pursuit of quality assurance for public post-secondary education.
DeSantis shares details on immigration detention plans
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosting a press conference on Thursday morning in Boca Raton. DeSantis answered reporter's questions following his announcement, in which one media member asked him about Florida's plans for immigration detention facilities. On Wednesday, DeSantis said his administration is working on plans for a new ICE detention center at Camp Blanding ? Florida?s National Guard training headquarters located southwest of Jacksonville. The announcement followed the launch of construction for another ICE facility near the Everglades.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosting a press conference on Thursday morning in Boca Raton. DeSantis answered reporter's questions following his announcement, in which one media member asked him about Florida's plans for immigration detention facilities. On Wednesday, DeSantis said his administration is working on plans for a new ICE detention center at Camp Blanding ? Florida?s National Guard training headquarters located southwest of Jacksonville. The announcement followed the launch of construction for another ICE facility near the Everglades.
Axiom Mission 4 docks at International Space Station
Axiom Mission 4, which launched at 2:31 a.m. on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 from the Florida Space Coast, docked at the International Space Station at 6:31 a.m. on Thursday, June 26, 2025. NASA congratulated the crew, Commander Peggy Whitson, Pilot Shubhanshu Shukla, and Mission Specialists S?awosz Uzna?ski-Wi?niewski and Tibor Kapu, on a successful docking.
Axiom Mission 4, which launched at 2:31 a.m. on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 from the Florida Space Coast, docked at the International Space Station at 6:31 a.m. on Thursday, June 26, 2025. NASA congratulated the crew, Commander Peggy Whitson, Pilot Shubhanshu Shukla, and Mission Specialists S?awosz Uzna?ski-Wi?niewski and Tibor Kapu, on a successful docking.
Kissimmee Prairie Preservation State Park
It?s time to trade city lights for starry nights! FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the 54,000 acre Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park to experience something most people have never tried: a new moon night at a designated International Dark Sky Zone. Astronomers, campers and adventurers flock to this part of the Sunshine State to experience the jaw-dropping celestial beauty.
It?s time to trade city lights for starry nights! FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the 54,000 acre Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park to experience something most people have never tried: a new moon night at a designated International Dark Sky Zone. Astronomers, campers and adventurers flock to this part of the Sunshine State to experience the jaw-dropping celestial beauty.
U-Haul crash shuts down University Boulevard
A U-Haul truck ran off the roadway, crashing into a fence and knocking down a light pole on Thursday morning in Orange County. There is currently roadblock on University Boulevard due to the wires from the light pole.
A U-Haul truck ran off the roadway, crashing into a fence and knocking down a light pole on Thursday morning in Orange County. There is currently roadblock on University Boulevard due to the wires from the light pole.
Hegseth argues with press; general asked if pressured
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force General Dan Caine held an on-camera press briefing on Thursday morning in the Pentagon. At the event, Hegseth shared that the United States' strikes against Iran were "historically successful," saying the American forces caused "enormous damage." Caine then shared additional details on the operation. Hegseth and Caine both answered reporter's questions at the event, with Hegseth arguing with several of the media members.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force General Dan Caine held an on-camera press briefing on Thursday morning in the Pentagon. At the event, Hegseth shared that the United States' strikes against Iran were "historically successful," saying the American forces caused "enormous damage." Caine then shared additional details on the operation. Hegseth and Caine both answered reporter's questions at the event, with Hegseth arguing with several of the media members.
Hegseth bashes media after feud over Iran bomb damage
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth spoke at an on-camera press briefing on Thursday morning at the Pentagon. At the event, Hegseth shared that the United States' strikes against Iran were "historically successful," saying the American forces caused "enormous damage." However, some media organizations have said the U.S. airstrikes did not destroy Iran's nuclear capability and only set it back by a few months. Hegseth said he believes the media is overly focused on finding scandals and negative stories about him and the administration, rather than acknowledging positive achievements.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth spoke at an on-camera press briefing on Thursday morning at the Pentagon. At the event, Hegseth shared that the United States' strikes against Iran were "historically successful," saying the American forces caused "enormous damage." However, some media organizations have said the U.S. airstrikes did not destroy Iran's nuclear capability and only set it back by a few months. Hegseth said he believes the media is overly focused on finding scandals and negative stories about him and the administration, rather than acknowledging positive achievements.
Pete Hegseth speaks on U.S. strikes against Iran
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth spoke at an on-camera press briefing on Thursday morning at the Pentagon. At the event, Hegseth shared that the United States' strikes against Iran were "historically successful," saying the American forces caused "enormous damage." On June 22, the U.S. targeted three Iranian nuclear facilities: Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan. President Donald Trump said the goal was to destroy Iran's nuclear facilities and prevent it from acquiring a nuclear weapon. Officials claimed the sites sustained "extremely severe damage and destruction," setting back Iran's nuclear program. However, Iran claimed the sites sustained "quite superficial" damage.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth spoke at an on-camera press briefing on Thursday morning at the Pentagon. At the event, Hegseth shared that the United States' strikes against Iran were "historically successful," saying the American forces caused "enormous damage." On June 22, the U.S. targeted three Iranian nuclear facilities: Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan. President Donald Trump said the goal was to destroy Iran's nuclear facilities and prevent it from acquiring a nuclear weapon. Officials claimed the sites sustained "extremely severe damage and destruction," setting back Iran's nuclear program. However, Iran claimed the sites sustained "quite superficial" damage.
Telerobotic-assisted surgery performed over 7,000 miles away
An Orlando-based doctor is paving the way for tele-robotic-assisted surgery globally. AdventHealth?s Dr. Vipul Patel and his team have just completed a robotic radical prostatectomy on a patient over 7,000 miles away in Africa.
An Orlando-based doctor is paving the way for tele-robotic-assisted surgery globally. AdventHealth?s Dr. Vipul Patel and his team have just completed a robotic radical prostatectomy on a patient over 7,000 miles away in Africa.



















