Scam Alert: Florida drivers warned about new unpaid toll, ticket text scheme

Florida officials are once again sounding the alarm over a resurfacing scam targeting drivers with fake text messages claiming they owe unpaid tolls or traffic tickets.

Trump will decide on attacking Iran in next 2 weeks
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President Donald Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing on Thursday afternoon at the White House. At the event, Leavitt said that based on the "substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place" with Iran in the near future, he will make his decision "whether or not to go" in the next two weeks.

Trump: 'Zero illegal aliens' released into country
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President Donald Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing on Thursday afternoon at the White House. During the briefing, Leavitt said President Donald Trump's plans to crack down on undocumented immigrants are working. Last month, border patrol officers said they saw a 93% decrease of undocumented immigrants crossing the Southwest border. In May, Leavitt said zero undocumented immigrants were released into the country by border patrol.

How to get a Florida learners permit? New class required for teen drivers

Starting July 1, teens in Florida seeking a learner’s permit will be required to complete a state-approved driver education course, according to the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV).

Melbourne Beach mayor censured for a 2nd time
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The Melbourne Beach mayor has been censured for a second time by the city commission after a heated meeting.

Arrest made in 2023 deadly hit-and-run crash
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A Brevard County woman is now behind bars arrested for allegedly killing a 23-year-old man Christmas morning in 2023. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie spoke with the victims father. The woman is supposed to make her first court appearance Thursday.

Scam of the week: Bogus traffic ticket texts
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Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles is alerting drivers about a new text message scam circulating across the state, this time claiming that recipients have unpaid traffic tickets. Holly Salmons, the President and Ceo of the Better Business Bureau serving Central Florida, discusses how to recognize a fraudulent message.

The Landing Strip Tavern in Palm Coast
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FOX 35's David Martin heads to Palm Coast to check out The Landing Strip Tavern. David got to try some drinks a bites while watching the planes take off at the Flagler Executive Airport.

Possible sale of Tampa Rays may impact future of Orlando Dreamers
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The possible sale of the Tampa Bay Rays MLB team may negatively impact the future of the Orlando Dreamers bringing MLB to Orlando. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish has the latest details.

Search for police impersonator in Lake County
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The search is still on for a man who is accused of impersonating a police officer in Lake County. Crimeline is offering a $1,000 reward for any information on the investigation. Crimeline's Barb Bergin joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the case.

26-year-old motorcyclist dies in crash
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A motorcyclist was killed on Thursday morning in an Orange County crash involving a pickup truck, troopers say. The crash currently remains under investigation.

Satellite Beach considers smoking ban
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The Satellite Beach City Council is considering an ordinance that would prohibit smoking and vaping in public parks and on public beaches. FOX 35's Marley Capper shares details about the ordinance and what it would mean for the community.

Brevard County manatee deaths spiking
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Brevard County is leading the state in manatee deaths in 2025, according to the FWC. Patrick Rose, executive director of the Save the Manatee Club, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about why this might be happening and what can be done to change the troubling trend.

FHP speaks after shots fired on I-4
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A road rage incident reportedly led to shots being fired out of a moving car on Interstate 4 in Volusia County. Florida Highway Patrol Trooper Migdalisis Garcia joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the investigation and what others can do to protect themselves during any potential road rage incidents.

Florida summer heatwave: No heat advisories so far this year. Here's why.

While Florida is no stranger to summer swelter, 2025 has been pretty quiet in one key way: the National Weather Service (NWS) in Melbourne has issued zero heat advisories this year — a dramatic contrast to the previous two summers when they started rolling in as early as May.

Israel and Iran continue to trade strikes
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Israeli and Iranian forces are continuing to trade war missile attacks, leaving massive destruction in their wake. Israel was hit by a new wave of Iranian missiles on Thursday, with a major hospital in the south sustaining ?extensive damage,? according to officials.

Florida fugitive ex-deputy vanishes before trial in deadly sports car crash

An arrest warrant has been issued for an ex-deputy in Polk County, Florida, who failed to appear for his April trial after being charged with two counts of manslaughter in 2022.

Florida AG subpoenas Chinese company over 'compromised' medical devices that can transmit private data

Florida's Republican Attorney General James Uthmeier has taken legal action against a Chinese medical device manufacturer, accusing the company of selling "compromised" medical devices that allegedly include a "backdoor" that bad actors can manipulate.

Space Station leak investigation continues to shift launch date of Axiom Space crew

An active investigation into a leak repair on the International Space Station continues to cause NASA to shift the launch of four private astronauts on the Axiom Space Mission 4.

ICE raids ramp up on Florida's Space Coast with construction workers, landscapers detained

The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Wednesday that deputies assisted federal immigration authorities in Cocoa this week, sparking concern among residents and drawing new calls for transparency in immigration enforcement.