Oviedo mayor floats idea of cutting events amid budget concerns
Oviedo Mayor Megan Sladek requested that the city council reassess municipal funding for booze-centered events during a recent council meeting, but colleagues quickly rejected the idea.
Oviedo Mayor Megan Sladek requested that the city council reassess municipal funding for booze-centered events during a recent council meeting, but colleagues quickly rejected the idea.
Sloths Act: Proposed federal bill would ban sloth imports
Two of Florida's Congressional leaders have introduced the "Sloths Act," a bill that would largely ban the importation of sloths into the United States. It comes after the deaths of more than 50 sloths that were imported to Florida to be part of the now-closed Sloth World Orlando attraction.
Two of Florida's Congressional leaders have introduced the "Sloths Act," a bill that would largely ban the importation of sloths into the United States. It comes after the deaths of more than 50 sloths that were imported to Florida to be part of the now-closed Sloth World Orlando attraction.
11-foot alligator removed from Florida neighborhood dock
FOX 35's Laryssa Leone talked to Randy Forbes about an 11-foot alligator that he had removed from his home. Following a deadly alligator attack in Winter Garden, FOX 35 talked with Gatorland's Brandon Fisher about alligator safety.
FOX 35's Laryssa Leone talked to Randy Forbes about an 11-foot alligator that he had removed from his home. Following a deadly alligator attack in Winter Garden, FOX 35 talked with Gatorland's Brandon Fisher about alligator safety.
Cooca Beach wants FWC to revisit some ocean speed limits
The Cocoa Beach City Commission unanimously passed a proposal asking Florida wildlife officials to review local manatee speed zones to give boaters faster transit routes through some parts of the Banana River.
The Cocoa Beach City Commission unanimously passed a proposal asking Florida wildlife officials to review local manatee speed zones to give boaters faster transit routes through some parts of the Banana River.
OCPS enrollment down 8,000. Where did the students go?
Orange County Public Schools lost more than 8,000 students between the 2025-26 school year and the current school year, which the District says is driven largely by shifts in federal policy affecting immigrant families. OCPS has already closed schools and cut budgets to account for reductions in state funding. FOX 35's Marie Edinger reports.
Orange County Public Schools lost more than 8,000 students between the 2025-26 school year and the current school year, which the District says is driven largely by shifts in federal policy affecting immigrant families. OCPS has already closed schools and cut budgets to account for reductions in state funding. FOX 35's Marie Edinger reports.
'You have to stop': Arrest made after 15-year-old's death
Four months after 15-year-old Isaiah Irizarry was hit and killed while riding his scooter, FHP has made an arrest. Aidan Perry 19, was arrested in connection to the deadly June 21 crash.
Four months after 15-year-old Isaiah Irizarry was hit and killed while riding his scooter, FHP has made an arrest. Aidan Perry 19, was arrested in connection to the deadly June 21 crash.
Rapper Rick Ross' son threatened, pistol-whipped in Florida
Rapper Rick Ross' son, William Roberts III, who is a student at Bethune-Cookman University, was threatened and pistol-whipped near the school, according to court documents. Don Roberts, the alleged suspect, was arrested and booked into jail on charges of aggravated assault and aggravated battery, records show.
Rapper Rick Ross' son, William Roberts III, who is a student at Bethune-Cookman University, was threatened and pistol-whipped near the school, according to court documents. Don Roberts, the alleged suspect, was arrested and booked into jail on charges of aggravated assault and aggravated battery, records show.
Prosecutors: Dale Smith Jr. bought flight days before arrest
Less than two weeks before Dale Smith Jr. was arrested for second-degree murder connected to the 2011 disappearance and presumed death of his ex-fiancée Michelle Parker, his son went to the Orlando Police Department to ask if his dad was still a suspect in Parker's case, and Dale Smith Jr. had purchased a plane ticket, according to a new court filing.
Less than two weeks before Dale Smith Jr. was arrested for second-degree murder connected to the 2011 disappearance and presumed death of his ex-fiancée Michelle Parker, his son went to the Orlando Police Department to ask if his dad was still a suspect in Parker's case, and Dale Smith Jr. had purchased a plane ticket, according to a new court filing.
Seaplane crashes in wooded area in Lake County, officials say
A small seaplane crashed Tuesday afternoon in a large wooded, marshy area in Lake County, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
A small seaplane crashed Tuesday afternoon in a large wooded, marshy area in Lake County, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.
Florida leaders, advocates propose SLOTHS Act | FULL
Congressman Maxwell Frost and Congresswoman Laurel Lee have introduced the SLOTHS Act, which would ban the import of sloths into the U.S., following the deaths of more than 50 sloths tied to the now-closed Sloth World Orlando. The bill would have limited exceptions for research or conservation-focused breeding programs. Oct. 20 is also International Sloth Day.
Congressman Maxwell Frost and Congresswoman Laurel Lee have introduced the SLOTHS Act, which would ban the import of sloths into the U.S., following the deaths of more than 50 sloths tied to the now-closed Sloth World Orlando. The bill would have limited exceptions for research or conservation-focused breeding programs. Oct. 20 is also International Sloth Day.
Man arrested months after 15-year-old killed in Brevard County hit-and-run, FHP says
A Melbourne man has been arrested four months after a hit-and-run crash that killed a 15-year-old boy who was riding his scooter on Father's Day, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A Melbourne man has been arrested four months after a hit-and-run crash that killed a 15-year-old boy who was riding his scooter on Father's Day, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Orange County approves hundreds of millions in tourist tax funding
Orange County commissioners approved hundreds of millions of dollars in tourist tax funding for major projects after a contentious debate that drew dozens of public speakers and a labor union-led protest.
Orange County commissioners approved hundreds of millions of dollars in tourist tax funding for major projects after a contentious debate that drew dozens of public speakers and a labor union-led protest.
Suspicious letters sent to Florida lawmakers as investigation expands nationwide
At least three Florida lawmakers have received suspicious letters as federal investigators work to identify who is sending the mail to elected officials across the country.
At least three Florida lawmakers have received suspicious letters as federal investigators work to identify who is sending the mail to elected officials across the country.
Suspicious letter sent to another Florida lawmaker
At least three Florida lawmakers have received suspicious letters as federal investigators work to identify who is sending the mail to elected officials across the country. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz's office in Sunrise received one of the letters.
At least three Florida lawmakers have received suspicious letters as federal investigators work to identify who is sending the mail to elected officials across the country. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz's office in Sunrise received one of the letters.
Peacocks spark dispute over property damage in Casselberry neighborhood
Residents of the Lost Lake subdivision are asking city officials to reconsider an ordinance protecting peacocks, saying the birds are damaging property and creating a nuisance.
Residents of the Lost Lake subdivision are asking city officials to reconsider an ordinance protecting peacocks, saying the birds are damaging property and creating a nuisance.
Substitute teacher accused of kicking student with special needs
A 60-year-old substitute teacher at Matanzas High School in Flagler County is facing a felony child abuse charge after allegedly kicking a student with special needs, according to an arrest report.
A 60-year-old substitute teacher at Matanzas High School in Flagler County is facing a felony child abuse charge after allegedly kicking a student with special needs, according to an arrest report.
Flooding closes parts of Playalinda Beach in Canaveral National Seashore
Powerful waves, high winds and coastal flooding have forced temporary closures at Playalinda Beach in Central Florida, disrupting visitors' plans and creating hazardous conditions along the shoreline.
Powerful waves, high winds and coastal flooding have forced temporary closures at Playalinda Beach in Central Florida, disrupting visitors' plans and creating hazardous conditions along the shoreline.
Store owner faces second-degree murder charge after teen dies from alleged intentional hit-and-run
A 14-year-old boy has died after his family took him off life support, and a store owner accused of intentionally hitting him with a car now faces a second-degree murder charge, authorities said.
A 14-year-old boy has died after his family took him off life support, and a store owner accused of intentionally hitting him with a car now faces a second-degree murder charge, authorities said.
Trump renews push to rename New Mexico ‘New America,’ touts higher home values and incomes
President Donald Trump is giving New Mexico another branding pitch, urging the state to swap "Mexico" for "America" and suggesting the change could boost everything from home values to state pride.
President Donald Trump is giving New Mexico another branding pitch, urging the state to swap "Mexico" for "America" and suggesting the change could boost everything from home values to state pride.
Court rules Florida can enforce social media ban on kids under 14
A federal appeals court upheld a Florida law that bans children under 14 from having social media accounts. FOX 35's LuAnne Sorrell spoke with Dr. Andrew Selepak, a professor and social media program coordinator at the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications, about the ruling.
A federal appeals court upheld a Florida law that bans children under 14 from having social media accounts. FOX 35's LuAnne Sorrell spoke with Dr. Andrew Selepak, a professor and social media program coordinator at the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications, about the ruling.