1 arrested after hours-long stand-off in Apopka
The Apopka Police Department said they responded to a reference of a domestic disturbance around 7 a.m. on Saturday in the area of the Breckenridge subdivision. After an hours-long stand-off, officials said they arrested 39-year-old Joseph Rivera. Authorities said Rivera is facing charges of aggravated battery and aggravated assault with a firearm, and further charges are currently under review.
The Apopka Police Department said they responded to a reference of a domestic disturbance around 7 a.m. on Saturday in the area of the Breckenridge subdivision. After an hours-long stand-off, officials said they arrested 39-year-old Joseph Rivera. Authorities said Rivera is facing charges of aggravated battery and aggravated assault with a firearm, and further charges are currently under review.
Clermont man shot and killed by deputies overnight
A Clermont man was shot and killed by deputies overnight after they responded to reports of a suspicious person, officials say. The man killed has been identified as 39-year-old Eric Escoba. Officials have confirmed the deputy involved in the shooting was placed on administrative leave pending a review by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, which they said is normal procedure.
A Clermont man was shot and killed by deputies overnight after they responded to reports of a suspicious person, officials say. The man killed has been identified as 39-year-old Eric Escoba. Officials have confirmed the deputy involved in the shooting was placed on administrative leave pending a review by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, which they said is normal procedure.
Sen. Bernie Sanders speaks at LA rally
Sen. Bernie Sanders spoke at a rally on Saturday in Los Angeles, California. The rally is part of the "Fighting Oligarchy" tour with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez are visiting cities across the United States to discuss how to "take on the Oligarchs and corporate interests who have so much power and influence in this country."
Sen. Bernie Sanders spoke at a rally on Saturday in Los Angeles, California. The rally is part of the "Fighting Oligarchy" tour with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez are visiting cities across the United States to discuss how to "take on the Oligarchs and corporate interests who have so much power and influence in this country."
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez speaks at LA rally
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez spoke at a rally on Saturday in Los Angeles, California. The rally is part of the "Fighting Oligarchy" tour with Sen. Bernie Sanders. Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez are visiting cities across the United States to discuss how to "take on the Oligarchs and corporate interests who have so much power and influence in this country."
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez spoke at a rally on Saturday in Los Angeles, California. The rally is part of the "Fighting Oligarchy" tour with Sen. Bernie Sanders. Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez are visiting cities across the United States to discuss how to "take on the Oligarchs and corporate interests who have so much power and influence in this country."
NYC mayor, family of Hudson River helicopter victims speak
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and family members of the Hudson River helicopter victims are speaking at a press event on Saturday afternoon. As more details emerge, investigators are still looking to see what went wrong during Thursday's helicopter crash in the Hudson River that killed a family of five who were celebrating a birthday and a career pilot. Authorities are now focusing on the moments leading up to the crash and working to determine the cause of the incident.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and family members of the Hudson River helicopter victims are speaking at a press event on Saturday afternoon. As more details emerge, investigators are still looking to see what went wrong during Thursday's helicopter crash in the Hudson River that killed a family of five who were celebrating a birthday and a career pilot. Authorities are now focusing on the moments leading up to the crash and working to determine the cause of the incident.
Convicted killer wrongly freed from jail captured in Florida
Kathan Guzman, the convicted killer who was mistakenly released from a Georgia prison, was captured in Florida on Friday. He was located by U.S. Marshals Service at his mother's house, the U.S. Marshals Service and Clayton County District Attorney's Office told FOX 35. Officials say he was released due to a paperwork error. Guzman was expected to appear in court on Saturday morning.
Kathan Guzman, the convicted killer who was mistakenly released from a Georgia prison, was captured in Florida on Friday. He was located by U.S. Marshals Service at his mother's house, the U.S. Marshals Service and Clayton County District Attorney's Office told FOX 35. Officials say he was released due to a paperwork error. Guzman was expected to appear in court on Saturday morning.
New energy surrounds UCF Knights Football program
There's a new energy surrounding the UCF Knights Football program. Training camp is coming to an end, and the team is trying to get back to their winning ways. FOX 35's Jessica Eley attends Friday night's practice, sharing how some new faces are creating a new vibe.
There's a new energy surrounding the UCF Knights Football program. Training camp is coming to an end, and the team is trying to get back to their winning ways. FOX 35's Jessica Eley attends Friday night's practice, sharing how some new faces are creating a new vibe.
SpaceX Starlink launch scrubbed again
SpaceX has pushed back its Starlink launch again. Liftoff was rescheduled for 1 a.m., but it got scrubbed. The company will now launch the Falcon 9 rocket tonight, with the window opening at 8:53 p.m. Another batch of Starlink satellites is also expected to launch Sunday night.
SpaceX has pushed back its Starlink launch again. Liftoff was rescheduled for 1 a.m., but it got scrubbed. The company will now launch the Falcon 9 rocket tonight, with the window opening at 8:53 p.m. Another batch of Starlink satellites is also expected to launch Sunday night.
Florida woman accused of buying and selling human remains
A Florida woman has been arrested after police say she bought and sold human bones in her curio store. Kymberlee Schopper, 52, is facing charges of trading in human tissue. Records show Schopper was released Friday from the Volusia County Jail on a bond of $7,500.
A Florida woman has been arrested after police say she bought and sold human bones in her curio store. Kymberlee Schopper, 52, is facing charges of trading in human tissue. Records show Schopper was released Friday from the Volusia County Jail on a bond of $7,500.
Florida police officer recounts head-on crash with suspected undocumented immigrant
The Belle Isle police officer who survived a head-on crash troopers said was caused by an undocumented immigrant said he’s thankful to be back at work.
The Belle Isle police officer who survived a head-on crash troopers said was caused by an undocumented immigrant said he’s thankful to be back at work.
Trulieve pumps $19.6M into renewed recreational marijuana push in Florida
Trulieve contributed $19.6 million in early 2025 to support a renewed push for legal recreational marijuana in Florida.
Trulieve contributed $19.6 million in early 2025 to support a renewed push for legal recreational marijuana in Florida.
Officer recounts crash with suspected undocumented immigrant
he Belle Isle police officer who survived a head-on crash troopers said was caused by an undocumented immigrant said he?s thankful to be back at work Officer Jacob Tapia said his patrol truck saved his life in the April 3 crash.
he Belle Isle police officer who survived a head-on crash troopers said was caused by an undocumented immigrant said he?s thankful to be back at work Officer Jacob Tapia said his patrol truck saved his life in the April 3 crash.
Florida teacher’s dismissal over use of student’s preferred name, sparks protests
A Brevard County teacher's contract wasn’t renewed after using a student’s preferred name without parental consent, citing state law.
A Brevard County teacher's contract wasn’t renewed after using a student’s preferred name without parental consent, citing state law.
Kathan Guzman: Convicted killer wrongly freed from Georgia jail found in Florida
A man convicted of murder and serving a life sentence in Georgia has been captured in Central Florida – two weeks after he was mistakenly released, officials said Friday.
A man convicted of murder and serving a life sentence in Georgia has been captured in Central Florida – two weeks after he was mistakenly released, officials said Friday.
RFK Jr. defends deep health care cuts
Public health officials across the country are sounding the alarm about deep cuts to health care services. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Junior is doubling down on some of the cuts and even calling for more. FOX 35's Mike Emanuel brings us the latest updates.
Public health officials across the country are sounding the alarm about deep cuts to health care services. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Junior is doubling down on some of the cuts and even calling for more. FOX 35's Mike Emanuel brings us the latest updates.
U.S. Treasury: DOGE doesn't deny deficit
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) says it has now saved taxpayers more than $150 billion so far, but new date shows that DOGE hasn't made a dent in the deficit because of increased spending. The treasury department reports that spending is up more than $139 billion in the first three months of this yea. The federal government has borrowed $41 million more during that period than last year. Democrats are now questioning where DOGE is adding to the deficit by making cuts that later end up being overturned by the courts.
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) says it has now saved taxpayers more than $150 billion so far, but new date shows that DOGE hasn't made a dent in the deficit because of increased spending. The treasury department reports that spending is up more than $139 billion in the first three months of this yea. The federal government has borrowed $41 million more during that period than last year. Democrats are now questioning where DOGE is adding to the deficit by making cuts that later end up being overturned by the courts.
President Trump's immigration crackdown being tested in courts
President Donald J. Trump's immigration crackdown is being tested in the courts. Judges handed down several rulings on various cases. FOX 35's Caroline Shively has the details from Washington, D.C.
President Donald J. Trump's immigration crackdown is being tested in the courts. Judges handed down several rulings on various cases. FOX 35's Caroline Shively has the details from Washington, D.C.
Bill to cut college-readiness program funding advances
School districts across Florida could lose millions of dollars in funding for acceleration programs, and these cuts could have a big impact on families as their students prepare for college. The bill in the house would cut funding by 50% for programs such as advanced placement, international baccalaureate, career-technical courses and dual enrollment. The measure, along with another bill in the senate, would change how schools calculate enrollment and funding.
School districts across Florida could lose millions of dollars in funding for acceleration programs, and these cuts could have a big impact on families as their students prepare for college. The bill in the house would cut funding by 50% for programs such as advanced placement, international baccalaureate, career-technical courses and dual enrollment. The measure, along with another bill in the senate, would change how schools calculate enrollment and funding.
Florida video: Car theft, alligator attack and sharks
New video today shows the moment that two men were arrested after being accused of breaking into vehicles across Clermont. For the first time, we are also hearing the 911 call for help from Tuesday's alligator attack in Florida. Lastly, caught on camera is a shark's eye view of another shark.
New video today shows the moment that two men were arrested after being accused of breaking into vehicles across Clermont. For the first time, we are also hearing the 911 call for help from Tuesday's alligator attack in Florida. Lastly, caught on camera is a shark's eye view of another shark.
Brevard County sheriff creates music video on highway safety
The Brevard County sheriff is taking a creative approach to highway safety. He recently made a farm-inspired video that herd's drivers toward safer choices. He says the video may be "udderly ridiculous," but its message is important.
The Brevard County sheriff is taking a creative approach to highway safety. He recently made a farm-inspired video that herd's drivers toward safer choices. He says the video may be "udderly ridiculous," but its message is important.