Puppy, beaten beyond recognition, recovering after surgery
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A 10-week-old puppy named Sweetpea is recovering after a brutal beating in Live Oak, Florida. Police arrested Eric Ivan Roldan, 45, who now faces felony animal cruelty charges. Rescuers say Sweetpea is showing signs of recovery after her surgery earlier today. Vets say she was beaten so badly that she needed the procedure to be able to see again.

Tariff battle continues between U.S. and China
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The tariff battle is continuing between the United States and China, but the ongoing fight between the two countries is starting to have an impact on how Americans feel about the economy. Despite the fears, the White House says dozens of countries are coming to the table.

Orange County student brings alcohol to school
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A student at Ridgewood Park Elementary School is in trouble for bringing alcohol to school today. The Orange County school district has confirmed the student shared the alcohol with other students on campus. All the students were checked out by paramedics and were OK.

Florida girl with 2 genetic disorders masters karate training
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A young girl in Florida is proving that determination can beak through even the toughest barriers. The 12-year-old is battling two rare diseases, both which impact her mobility, but she is still achieving great things, including martial arts.

How to weather a financial storm in the U.S.
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Despite the ongoing trade war battle between the U.S. and China, some economists on Wall Street are now downgrading their predictions for a recession this year. But, as we know, it's still a tough time for any Americans given their rising cost of living. FOX 35's Heather Sullivan is asking the experts how to weather a financial storm.

Orange County Sheriff's Office welcomes new K-9
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Meet Luma, the newest K-9 at the Orange County Sheriff's Office. She is trained to find hidden electronic devices, such as SIM cards, SD cards and cell phones. Investigators say these items are often used by criminals to store illegal material or to evade law enforcement.

Families offered tour of Orlando Pulse sight
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It's been nine years since the Orlando Pulse nightclub shooting, and the community is still trying to heal from the tragedy. Families and survivors of the shooting got an email today inviting them to apply to go inside the building before it's torn down. FOX 35's Marley Capper speaks to some of the family members, who say it would be meaningful for them to go back to the building.

Could trade policies help U.S. furniture industry?
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There are some signs that President Donald J. Trump's trade policies might be helping the United States furniture industry. Some American manufacturers say they are already seeing some benefits. FOX 35's Chelsea Torres speaks to some of the local businesses in the furniture capital of the U.S. in High Point, North Carolina.

Suspect accused of attacking jogger says he's being framed
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A woman jogging in Orlando?s College Park neighborhood was allegedly attacked by a man early Thursday but managed to fight off the suspect. The man accused of attacking the jogger had his first appearance in court today, but it wasn't his first time in that court room. Tyler Feight, 26, faces charges of attempted sexual battery and battery.

Delila Grayson's mom relieved convicted killer captured | FULL
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Christina Grayson, the mother of Delila Grayson, who was strangled by her ex-boyfriend, said she is relieved that her daughter's killer is back in custody, nearly two weeks after he was mistakenly released from prison. But, she has questions. Why was Kathan Guzman released in the first place, and how? Officials told FOX 5 that it was due to a paperwork error. Christina talked with FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte.

3 dead, 1 injured in Boca Raton Florida plane crash
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A small plane crashed around 10:20 a.m. Friday morning in Boca Raton, Florida, officials said. Authorities said all three people aboard the Cessna 310 were killed. Another person on the ground suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to the hospital. Investigators believe the plane crashed due to mechanical issues.

Kathan Guzman's mom: Convicted killer wasn't hiding | FULL
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Iris Guzman, the mother of Kathan Guzman, a convicted murderer who was mistakenly released from a Georgia jail two weeks ago, told FOX 35's Matt Trezza that his son was not a fugitive and was not hiding from law enforcement. She said she went to pick him up, even called the sheriff's office to make sure her son, who was sentenced to life in prison, was being released. She said she drove to Georgia, picked her son up, and brought him to her house in Ocoee, Florida. She said both she and her son were surprised on Friday when U.S. Marshals swarmed her house and took her son into custody. Guzman was convicted of strangling his ex-girlfriend.

School district sticks by decision after teacher loses job
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The Brevard County School District says it's sticking by Florida law and not renewing a teacher's contract after she called a student by their preferred name without parental approval. The decision has sparked protests by students, but the district says there are consequences for actions.

Man arrested for allegedly killing girlfriend's cat in Florida
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A man accused of killing his girlfriend's cat in Palm Coast, Florida, has been captured in Mississippi. Atticus Robert is facing felony charges of animal cruelty after he allegedly prevented his girlfriend from calling 911 or even leaving when she found her dead cat. The girlfriend told investigators she thought something was wrong due to the severe physical injuries her cat suffered. A full investigation found the cat had died of blunt force trauma and a collapsed lung.

Suspect pleads guilty to commit money laundering
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The husband of a woman who was carjacked and killed in Seminole County has just accepted a plea deal. Miguel Aguas-Vivas pled guilty to conspiracy to commit money laundering. Federal investigators believe his please could assist in convicting the other four suspects.

Convicted killer recaptured in Central Florida
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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. He was released due to a paperwork error.

Florida transgender student arrested after violating bathroom law; thought to be a first: officials

A transgender college student was arrested after saying “I am here to break the law" and then entering a women’s restroom at the Florida State Capitol. Civil rights attorneys say the arrest is the first they know of for violating transgender bathroom restrictions passed by numerous state legislatures across the country.

Hudson River helicopter crash updates: NTSB
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The National Transportation Safety Board gave an update on the Hudson River helicopter crash that took place Thursday afternoon. A family of five, three children and two adults, were killed in the crash, along with the pilot. The helicopter model has been confirmed as a Bell 206 L-4 flying for New York Helicopters.

Karoline Leavitt White House press briefing
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U.S. President Donald J. Trump's Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing at 1 p.m. Friday at the White House. Leavitt discussed several updates from Trump, including immigration, tariffs, economy, inflation and the release of detained Americans abroad.

3 dead in Boca Raton, Florida plane crash: officials
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Authorities confirmed that three people aboard a small plane died after it crashed along a busy street Friday morning in Boca Raton, Florida. Another person on the ground was injured and taken to the hospital. Officials believe the plane crashed due to mechanical issues.