Brevard, Seminole County prosecutor starts new victim advocacy program
After being kidnapped, shot at twice and robbed, State Attorney, William Scheiner started his course in the criminal justice system. Now, Scheiner is starting a new victim advocate program to help survivors. The program's goal is to improve outcomes in court by building expert criminal cases while minimizing stress on victims.
After being kidnapped, shot at twice and robbed, State Attorney, William Scheiner started his course in the criminal justice system. Now, Scheiner is starting a new victim advocate program to help survivors. The program's goal is to improve outcomes in court by building expert criminal cases while minimizing stress on victims.
Space Shakeup: New leaders for NASA and ULA
As NASA gained a new CEO, ULA lost theirs. NASA is led by tech-billionaire Jared isaacman, who has flown to space twice. ULA's CEO, Tony Bruno resigns after 12 years.
As NASA gained a new CEO, ULA lost theirs. NASA is led by tech-billionaire Jared isaacman, who has flown to space twice. ULA's CEO, Tony Bruno resigns after 12 years.
Holiday shoppers look for gifts on Christmas Eve
Christmas shoppers were busy at local stores Wednesday afternoon, looking for last minute gifts.
Christmas shoppers were busy at local stores Wednesday afternoon, looking for last minute gifts.
Daytona Beach hit-and-run victim recovers during Christmas
A man who was injured in a hit-and-run has a long road to recovery. Jim Waskowiak suffered a a broken tailbone, pelvis, femur, wrist, sternum, and ribs. Detectives say the woman accused of committing the hit-and-run was caught with two bottles of liquor and a bag of cocaine in the car.
A man who was injured in a hit-and-run has a long road to recovery. Jim Waskowiak suffered a a broken tailbone, pelvis, femur, wrist, sternum, and ribs. Detectives say the woman accused of committing the hit-and-run was caught with two bottles of liquor and a bag of cocaine in the car.
What are travelers experiencing at Orlando's MCO airport on Christmas Eve?
As travelers are flying for the holidays, some traveling to Orlando International Airport said the experience has been "smooth." According the FlightAware, the airport has had 88 delays on Christmas Eve.
As travelers are flying for the holidays, some traveling to Orlando International Airport said the experience has been "smooth." According the FlightAware, the airport has had 88 delays on Christmas Eve.
17-year-old shot, killed in Orlando on Christmas Eve
Orange County deputies responded to a shooting on PGA Boulevard in Orlando around 2:30 p.m., Dec. 24, where they say a 17-year-old was shot and died on the scene.
Orange County deputies responded to a shooting on PGA Boulevard in Orlando around 2:30 p.m., Dec. 24, where they say a 17-year-old was shot and died on the scene.
Search continues for missing Florida woman, Sara Ebersole, 3 years later
It's been nearly three years since Sara Ebersole, 28, went missing. Now, an anonymous donor is offering a $35,000 reward for tips that lead to her whereabouts – an increase from $4,000 last year. Now, Sara's sister Michele is frustrated to spend another Christmas without her.
It's been nearly three years since Sara Ebersole, 28, went missing. Now, an anonymous donor is offering a $35,000 reward for tips that lead to her whereabouts – an increase from $4,000 last year. Now, Sara's sister Michele is frustrated to spend another Christmas without her.
Orlando dispatchers helped deliver 3 babies in 3 months
Thanks to quick, calm and professional dispatchers, three healthy babies were welcomed into the world. The Orlando Fire Department reported that dispatchers helped guide mothers through a delivery. Dispatchers helped deliver three babies in three months.
Thanks to quick, calm and professional dispatchers, three healthy babies were welcomed into the world. The Orlando Fire Department reported that dispatchers helped guide mothers through a delivery. Dispatchers helped deliver three babies in three months.
Surveillance video shows person pushing child underwater
Tiffany Griffith, 36, of Fort Myers, has been charged with child abuse – which was downgraded from aggravated child abuse – in court on Tuesday after her arrest. Witnesses told deputies that a woman, later identified as Griffith, entered the pool where a group of children were playing and began splashing water on them. Griffin then grabbed the 6-year-old boy by the shoulders and held him underwater for a few seconds, according to the sheriff's office arrest affidavit. A surveillance video showed the dunking taking place from between two and four seconds.
Tiffany Griffith, 36, of Fort Myers, has been charged with child abuse – which was downgraded from aggravated child abuse – in court on Tuesday after her arrest. Witnesses told deputies that a woman, later identified as Griffith, entered the pool where a group of children were playing and began splashing water on them. Griffin then grabbed the 6-year-old boy by the shoulders and held him underwater for a few seconds, according to the sheriff's office arrest affidavit. A surveillance video showed the dunking taking place from between two and four seconds.
At least 2 killed in Penn. nursing home explosion: officials
An explosion at a Pennsylvania nursing home on Dec. 23 killed at least two people, officials said.
An explosion at a Pennsylvania nursing home on Dec. 23 killed at least two people, officials said.
Orange County leads state in Legionnaires' disease cases
Legionnaires', a serious type of pneumonia, is rising Orange County. Signs at the federal courthouse say the airborne disease has been found in the drinking water. The disease, which is spread by AC units, a Seminole County Medical Director said,
Legionnaires', a serious type of pneumonia, is rising Orange County. Signs at the federal courthouse say the airborne disease has been found in the drinking water. The disease, which is spread by AC units, a Seminole County Medical Director said,
Orlando Magic coach speaks on 23-point loss
After suffering a 23-point loss, the Orlando Magic discusses turnovers, attacking the basket and scoring strategies to improve upon going into their next game.
After suffering a 23-point loss, the Orlando Magic discusses turnovers, attacking the basket and scoring strategies to improve upon going into their next game.
Orlando Magic players share holiday traditions
Orlando Magic players shared their holiday traditions and best holiday memories, including when to put up and take down Christmas trees and when they open presents.
Orlando Magic players shared their holiday traditions and best holiday memories, including when to put up and take down Christmas trees and when they open presents.
Man charged, accused of shooting, injuring cat
Bullet fragments were found in a cat's leg, later forcing the cat's leg to be amputated, after a man shot at the cat when it was near his car, the Brevard County Sheriff says. The man's said the cat was damaging his car. The man was charged with animal cruelty, with a bond set at $6,000.
Bullet fragments were found in a cat's leg, later forcing the cat's leg to be amputated, after a man shot at the cat when it was near his car, the Brevard County Sheriff says. The man's said the cat was damaging his car. The man was charged with animal cruelty, with a bond set at $6,000.
Skate Bud: bringing skateboards, supporting to kids
Skate Bud is a non-profit program that supports kids through skating.
Skate Bud is a non-profit program that supports kids through skating.
Great Dane recovering after Palm Coast home fire
Great Dane Keira's got her sight returned and is now walking after firefighters pulled her from a burning Palm Coast home. Now, Keira is energetic and running around by her family's side.
Great Dane Keira's got her sight returned and is now walking after firefighters pulled her from a burning Palm Coast home. Now, Keira is energetic and running around by her family's side.
OSHA closes investigations into Merritt Island deadly crane collapse
OSHA closed two investigations regarding the construction company and contractor when a crane collapsed in Merritt Island in June, claiming no violations were found.
OSHA closed two investigations regarding the construction company and contractor when a crane collapsed in Merritt Island in June, claiming no violations were found.
Mayor Demings on Orange County agreement house ICE detainees
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings called the county's agreement with the state to house ICE detainees a "financial burden." He sent a message, alleging the the federal government owes Orange County taxpayers over $300,000.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings called the county's agreement with the state to house ICE detainees a "financial burden." He sent a message, alleging the the federal government owes Orange County taxpayers over $300,000.
Woman in court for allegedly holding down child in hotel pool
Tiffany Griffith, 36, of Fort Myers, has been charged with aggravated child abuse after she was accused of pushing a 6-year-old boy underwater at a hotel swimming pool in Osceola County. A judge set her bond at $20,000.
Tiffany Griffith, 36, of Fort Myers, has been charged with aggravated child abuse after she was accused of pushing a 6-year-old boy underwater at a hotel swimming pool in Osceola County. A judge set her bond at $20,000.
Inside a condemned Indialantic "House of Horrors"
After an Indialantic home was condemned earlier this month – with city officials trying to get to the bottom of this “nuisance property" – neighbors are saying the state of the home is giving them nightmares. Neighbors reported the conditions are the worst they’ve seen since the homeowner moved out. For the first time and after months of reporting, FOX 35 got an inside look into what the home looks like. Trash, furniture and boxes were piled up in the home.
After an Indialantic home was condemned earlier this month – with city officials trying to get to the bottom of this “nuisance property" – neighbors are saying the state of the home is giving them nightmares. Neighbors reported the conditions are the worst they’ve seen since the homeowner moved out. For the first time and after months of reporting, FOX 35 got an inside look into what the home looks like. Trash, furniture and boxes were piled up in the home.