Singing River Tours in Dunnellon
FOX 35's David Martin heads over to Dunnellon in Marion County to check out the Singing River Tours. The tours offer education about the local area and its history, as well as the environment and wildlife along the beautiful waters of the crystal clear spring-fed Rainbow River and the dark, swamp-fed Withlacoochee River. Your tour guide, Jon Semmes, is a professional boat captain and musician.
FOX 35's David Martin heads over to Dunnellon in Marion County to check out the Singing River Tours. The tours offer education about the local area and its history, as well as the environment and wildlife along the beautiful waters of the crystal clear spring-fed Rainbow River and the dark, swamp-fed Withlacoochee River. Your tour guide, Jon Semmes, is a professional boat captain and musician.
U.S. senate hearing on drug cartels
The Senate Judiciary Committee held a full committee hearing titled ?The Thin Blue Line Protecting America from the Cartels" on Tuesday morning. The hearing examined federal law enforcement efforts to combat drug trafficking, violent crime and cross-border threats posed by transnational criminal organizations, including Mexican cartels. Lawmakers discussed coordination between agencies, challenges at the southern border and strategies to dismantle cartel operations within the United States. Sen. Ashley Moddy spoke out during the meeting.
The Senate Judiciary Committee held a full committee hearing titled ?The Thin Blue Line Protecting America from the Cartels" on Tuesday morning. The hearing examined federal law enforcement efforts to combat drug trafficking, violent crime and cross-border threats posed by transnational criminal organizations, including Mexican cartels. Lawmakers discussed coordination between agencies, challenges at the southern border and strategies to dismantle cartel operations within the United States. Sen. Ashley Moddy spoke out during the meeting.
Sheriff Grady Judd leads cartel crackdown
Sheriff Grady Judd says Polk County detectives seized 64 pounds of fentanyl in what the sheriff's office calls the largest fentanyl seizure in the county's history. Judd says the investigation began in July 2024 and involved Mexico's two largest cartels: Jalisco and Sinaloa. Six suspected Jalisco members and two Sinaloa members have been arrested. A total of 35 pounds of fentanyl were seized from Jalisco and another 29 pounds were seized from Sinaloa, according to Judd ? enough to kill 14.5 million people.
Sheriff Grady Judd says Polk County detectives seized 64 pounds of fentanyl in what the sheriff's office calls the largest fentanyl seizure in the county's history. Judd says the investigation began in July 2024 and involved Mexico's two largest cartels: Jalisco and Sinaloa. Six suspected Jalisco members and two Sinaloa members have been arrested. A total of 35 pounds of fentanyl were seized from Jalisco and another 29 pounds were seized from Sinaloa, according to Judd ? enough to kill 14.5 million people.
Naked man arrested for allegedly breaking into car
New body camera video shows the moments Volusia County deputies responded to a robbery only to find the suspect in his birthday suit.
New body camera video shows the moments Volusia County deputies responded to a robbery only to find the suspect in his birthday suit.
Robin Lynn Severance Lopez: Wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez in court
Robin Lynn Severance Lopez, the wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, made her first court appearance Tuesday after being booked on charges of conspiracy to commit racketeering and conspiracy to use or invest proceeds from racketeering.
Robin Lynn Severance Lopez, the wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, made her first court appearance Tuesday after being booked on charges of conspiracy to commit racketeering and conspiracy to use or invest proceeds from racketeering.
Special elections taking place today
A special primary election will be held on Tuesday to fill the vacancies for state senate, Senate District 15, and state representative, Florida House District 40. Polls open Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
A special primary election will be held on Tuesday to fill the vacancies for state senate, Senate District 15, and state representative, Florida House District 40. Polls open Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
President Trump on Israel and Iran ceasefire
President Donald Trump swore Tuesday morning while talking to reporters about the faltering ceasefire between Israel and Iran. Although Israel and Iran agreed to a ceasefire, Israel accused Iran Tuesday morning of launching missiles into its airspace after the truce was supposed to be in effect. Trump expressed disappointment about the continued attacks.
President Donald Trump swore Tuesday morning while talking to reporters about the faltering ceasefire between Israel and Iran. Although Israel and Iran agreed to a ceasefire, Israel accused Iran Tuesday morning of launching missiles into its airspace after the truce was supposed to be in effect. Trump expressed disappointment about the continued attacks.
Man with knife shot, killed by deputies
A large law enforcement presence was reported Monday evening at the Isles at East Millenia apartment complex on Lake Fountain Drive near Americana Boulevard in Orlando. According to the Orange County Sheriff's Office, the response is the result of a deadly shooting involving two deputies.
A large law enforcement presence was reported Monday evening at the Isles at East Millenia apartment complex on Lake Fountain Drive near Americana Boulevard in Orlando. According to the Orange County Sheriff's Office, the response is the result of a deadly shooting involving two deputies.
Weather alert system helps keep golfers, swimmers at Evermore Orlando Resort safe during storms
Evermore Orlando Resort is enhancing guest safety with a high-tech inclement weather alert system designed to provide early warnings when lightning is detected near the 1,100-acre property.
Evermore Orlando Resort is enhancing guest safety with a high-tech inclement weather alert system designed to provide early warnings when lightning is detected near the 1,100-acre property.
High-tech alert system helps keep golfers, swimmers
Evermore Orlando Resort is leading the way in safety by using a high-tech inclement weather system to make sure guests and golfers are safe when lightning is nearby.
Evermore Orlando Resort is leading the way in safety by using a high-tech inclement weather system to make sure guests and golfers are safe when lightning is nearby.
UCF students safely return home from Israel
Three University of Central Florida students have returned home safely after a harrowing effort to evacuate Israel amid intensifying violence in the region.
Three University of Central Florida students have returned home safely after a harrowing effort to evacuate Israel amid intensifying violence in the region.
NASA, Axiom, SpaceX target new launch date for fourth private ISS mission
NASA, Axiom Space, and SpaceX are targeting 2:31 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, June 25, for the launch of Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4).
NASA, Axiom Space, and SpaceX are targeting 2:31 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, June 25, for the launch of Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4).
Man with knife shot, killed inside Orlando apartment
A large law enforcement presence was reported Monday evening at the Isles at East Millenia apartment complex on Lake Fountain Drive near Americana Boulevard in Orlando. According to the Orange County Sheriff's Office, the response is the result of a deadly shooting involving two deputies.
A large law enforcement presence was reported Monday evening at the Isles at East Millenia apartment complex on Lake Fountain Drive near Americana Boulevard in Orlando. According to the Orange County Sheriff's Office, the response is the result of a deadly shooting involving two deputies.
Concerns over sewage in the Space Coast
Brevard County residents are wondering where the sewage came from after multiple mishaps. FOX 35's Esther Bower learns more about the ongoing Space Coast sewage situation.
Brevard County residents are wondering where the sewage came from after multiple mishaps. FOX 35's Esther Bower learns more about the ongoing Space Coast sewage situation.
Large deputy presence in Orlando Monday evening
There is a large deputy presence at an Orlando apartment complex as of Monday evening. FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte is learning more.
There is a large deputy presence at an Orlando apartment complex as of Monday evening. FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte is learning more.
Pet Alliance of Orlando closer to re-opening after fire
The Pet Alliance of Orlando is one step closer to reopening after having a new roof installed. This comes after a tragic fire in 2021. FOX 35's Marley Capper has the latest updates on the future reopening.
The Pet Alliance of Orlando is one step closer to reopening after having a new roof installed. This comes after a tragic fire in 2021. FOX 35's Marley Capper has the latest updates on the future reopening.
Doctor saves teen at Disney World
A 17-year-old girl on a high school band trip was saved by a family physician visiting Walt Disney World earlier this year, after she collapsed from a sudden cardiac event at Disney?s Hollywood Studios.
A 17-year-old girl on a high school band trip was saved by a family physician visiting Walt Disney World earlier this year, after she collapsed from a sudden cardiac event at Disney?s Hollywood Studios.
Sidewalk safety needed in Satellite Beach
Satellite Beach is applying for a federal grant to improve sidewalk safety, following nearly 30 bike and pedestrian accidents between 2018 and 2022. FOX 35's Esther Bower spoke with residents concerned with safety and hoping for the added sidewalks.
Satellite Beach is applying for a federal grant to improve sidewalk safety, following nearly 30 bike and pedestrian accidents between 2018 and 2022. FOX 35's Esther Bower spoke with residents concerned with safety and hoping for the added sidewalks.
iPhone alerts 911 after truck crash in Marion County
A truck crashed in Marion County early Monday morning and the drivers iPhone is what alerted officials. FOX 35's Caroline Coles talks about how this high-tech saved the man's life.
A truck crashed in Marion County early Monday morning and the drivers iPhone is what alerted officials. FOX 35's Caroline Coles talks about how this high-tech saved the man's life.
Woman used gun hidden in pants to shoot deputy, officials say
The Marion County Sheriff's Office says 22-year-old Rheanna Harden shot at a deputy from the back seat of his patrol car while he was driving. The gun was allegedly concealed in Harden's pants. FOX 35's Marie Edinger has the latest information.
The Marion County Sheriff's Office says 22-year-old Rheanna Harden shot at a deputy from the back seat of his patrol car while he was driving. The gun was allegedly concealed in Harden's pants. FOX 35's Marie Edinger has the latest information.