'Tragic accident': 2 missing boys found dead in pond, chief says
Daytona Beach Police Chief Jakari Young said the deaths of two boys who went missing over the weekend and were later found submerged in a nearby retention pond appeared to be “a tragic accident." During a Monday press conference, Chief Young said it appeared that the boys were able to navigate a child lock on the door and get out of their apartment while the mother took a short nap.
Daytona Beach Police Chief Jakari Young said the deaths of two boys who went missing over the weekend and were later found submerged in a nearby retention pond appeared to be “a tragic accident." During a Monday press conference, Chief Young said it appeared that the boys were able to navigate a child lock on the door and get out of their apartment while the mother took a short nap.
Florida deputy killed in crash while responding to deputy-involved shooting
FOX 35 reporter Matt Trezza shares the latest information on the Brevard County deputy who was killed in a crash while responding to a deputy-involved shooting.
FOX 35 reporter Matt Trezza shares the latest information on the Brevard County deputy who was killed in a crash while responding to a deputy-involved shooting.
E-bike rider survives hit-and-run crash, driver arrested
A Lake County man is recovering after authorities say a driver struck him from behind while he was riding his bicycle home from work and then left the scene.
A Lake County man is recovering after authorities say a driver struck him from behind while he was riding his bicycle home from work and then left the scene.
Hurricane Isaias brings torrential rain, heavy wind to Panhandle
Hurricane Isaias battered the Florida Panhandle on Friday night after making landfall near Destin, knocking down trees and power lines as heavy rain and dangerous coastal flooding affected communities across the region.
Hurricane Isaias battered the Florida Panhandle on Friday night after making landfall near Destin, knocking down trees and power lines as heavy rain and dangerous coastal flooding affected communities across the region.
Mother hurt in New Smyrna Beach house collapse faces long recovery
A mother of two is fighting to recover after being trapped under debris during a home construction collapse in New Smyrna Beach about two weeks ago.
A mother of two is fighting to recover after being trapped under debris during a home construction collapse in New Smyrna Beach about two weeks ago.
Man sentenced to life for deadly shooting outside Marion County middle school
A 36-year-old man has been convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison for fatally shooting a man outside a Marion County middle school following a student awards ceremony in 2024.
A 36-year-old man has been convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison for fatally shooting a man outside a Marion County middle school following a student awards ceremony in 2024.
Long recovery for mom hurt in New Smyrna Beach house collapse
A mother of two is fighting to recover after being trapped under debris during a home construction collapse in New Smyrna Beach about two weeks ago. Marisela Gonzalez was working on a house under construction in a New Smyrna Beach neighborhood when the structure collapsed.
A mother of two is fighting to recover after being trapped under debris during a home construction collapse in New Smyrna Beach about two weeks ago. Marisela Gonzalez was working on a house under construction in a New Smyrna Beach neighborhood when the structure collapsed.
Florida AG warns looters, scammers ahead of Hurricane Isaias
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about the state's price gouging hotline, and his warning to potential looters or scammers as Hurricane Isaias makes its way towards Florida's northern Gulf coast.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about the state's price gouging hotline, and his warning to potential looters or scammers as Hurricane Isaias makes its way towards Florida's northern Gulf coast.
Persistent rain causes flood problems along Michigan Avenue
Seminole County crews worked to clear drains and brush to reduce the flooding risk along Michigan Avenue following days of already heavy rainfall. FOX 35's Marie Edinger talked with a business owner about his flooding concerns, and talked with the county about its long-term plans to address flooding concerns in the area.
Seminole County crews worked to clear drains and brush to reduce the flooding risk along Michigan Avenue following days of already heavy rainfall. FOX 35's Marie Edinger talked with a business owner about his flooding concerns, and talked with the county about its long-term plans to address flooding concerns in the area.
1st hurricane of Atlantic season headed towards Florida
While those in the Florida Panhandle prepare for Hurricane Isaias to make landfall, volunteers in Central Florida are preparing to deploy to help if needed.
While those in the Florida Panhandle prepare for Hurricane Isaias to make landfall, volunteers in Central Florida are preparing to deploy to help if needed.
Tornado threat hits Central Florida ahead of Hurricane Isaias
Hurricane Isaias is expected to make landfall Friday night in the Florida Panhandle, potentially as a major Cat. 3 storm. Here is the latest forecast, as well as how Central Florida volunteers are prepping to help and deploy if needed.
Hurricane Isaias is expected to make landfall Friday night in the Florida Panhandle, potentially as a major Cat. 3 storm. Here is the latest forecast, as well as how Central Florida volunteers are prepping to help and deploy if needed.
Vance casts doubt on livestreaming Hasan execution: ‘I’m not going to be watching it’
Vice President JD Vance questioned whether the Pentagon will livestream the December execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, while saying he would not watch it if the broadcast proceeds.
Vice President JD Vance questioned whether the Pentagon will livestream the December execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, while saying he would not watch it if the broadcast proceeds.
Heavy rain floods Central Florida as rescue crews deploy to Panhandle ahead of Hurricane Isaias
Heavy rain flooded streets and threatened homes across parts of Central Florida on Thursday as emergency crews warned drivers to stay away from roads covered by water.
Heavy rain flooded streets and threatened homes across parts of Central Florida on Thursday as emergency crews warned drivers to stay away from roads covered by water.
NHC warns Hurricane Isaias could strengthen further as it approaches Gulf Coast
Hurricane Isaias strengthened into a Category 2 storm Thursday as it moved toward the northern Gulf Coast, where officials warned of dangerous flooding, storm surge, and damaging winds. Isaias had maximum sustained winds of 100 mph Thursday evening and could strengthen further overnight, Jamie Rhome, deputy director of NOAA’s National Hurricane Center, told FOX 35.
Hurricane Isaias strengthened into a Category 2 storm Thursday as it moved toward the northern Gulf Coast, where officials warned of dangerous flooding, storm surge, and damaging winds. Isaias had maximum sustained winds of 100 mph Thursday evening and could strengthen further overnight, Jamie Rhome, deputy director of NOAA’s National Hurricane Center, told FOX 35.
Heavy rain floods Central Florida as rescue crews deploy to Panhandle
Heavy rain flooded streets and threatened homes across parts of Central Florida on Thursday as emergency crews warned drivers to stay away from roads covered by water.
Heavy rain flooded streets and threatened homes across parts of Central Florida on Thursday as emergency crews warned drivers to stay away from roads covered by water.
Osceola Schools cut 785 jobs, $15M amid funding concerns
Osceola County Schools is asking voters to approve a property tax increase in November to prevent further budget cuts and help retain teachers. FOX 35's Matt Trezza talked with board member Teresa Castillo about the proposed millage increase and why it's been proposed.
Osceola County Schools is asking voters to approve a property tax increase in November to prevent further budget cuts and help retain teachers. FOX 35's Matt Trezza talked with board member Teresa Castillo about the proposed millage increase and why it's been proposed.
Plan to connect 417 to Orlando Sanford Airport clears another hurdle
The Central Florida Expressway Authority approved 12M for SR 452, a roadway project intended to connect 417 to Orlando Sanford International Airport.
The Central Florida Expressway Authority approved 12M for SR 452, a roadway project intended to connect 417 to Orlando Sanford International Airport.
What Christa Pike said when she woke up Tuesday
Christa Pike was "angry and confused about everything" after waking up in a hospital bed days after Tennessee's failed execution attempt.
Christa Pike was "angry and confused about everything" after waking up in a hospital bed days after Tennessee's failed execution attempt.
SpaceX wants to add natural gas pipeline to Space Coast
SpaceX wants to add a 34-mile natural gas pipeline to its launch facility along the Space Coast. FOX 35's Esther Bower talks to an expert about SpaceX's proposal, and what it means for future space flights.
SpaceX wants to add a 34-mile natural gas pipeline to its launch facility along the Space Coast. FOX 35's Esther Bower talks to an expert about SpaceX's proposal, and what it means for future space flights.
Mom remembers son killed in Polk County bus crash: 'A kind soul'
DeShawn Smith was on his way to work when a chain-reaction reaction caused a Polk County school bus to hit his Jeep, killing him. FOX 35's Alexus Cleavenger talked with Tina Griffin, Smith's mom. She remembered her son as a kind soul, someone who worked hard, and her best friend.
DeShawn Smith was on his way to work when a chain-reaction reaction caused a Polk County school bus to hit his Jeep, killing him. FOX 35's Alexus Cleavenger talked with Tina Griffin, Smith's mom. She remembered her son as a kind soul, someone who worked hard, and her best friend.