Spotlight on ride safety
Days after a man died following a ride on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers dueling coaster, a woman has filed a lawsuit alleging that she suffered "permanent injuries" after riding the coaster earlier this year. Daniel Leavelle, Midway Mayhem, joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about ride safety.
Days after a man died following a ride on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers dueling coaster, a woman has filed a lawsuit alleging that she suffered "permanent injuries" after riding the coaster earlier this year. Daniel Leavelle, Midway Mayhem, joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about ride safety.
Florida AG James Uthmeier accuses State Attorney Monique Worrell of being ‘soft on crime'
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hosted a press conference Friday morning in Orlando, where he called out State Attorney Monique Worrell for what he calls “soft on crime policies."
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hosted a press conference Friday morning in Orlando, where he called out State Attorney Monique Worrell for what he calls “soft on crime policies."
Woman sues Universal, claims she was injured on ride
Days after a man died following a ride on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers dueling coaster, a woman has filed a lawsuit alleging that she suffered "permanent injuries" after riding the coaster earlier this year. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie walks us through the lawsuit.
Days after a man died following a ride on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers dueling coaster, a woman has filed a lawsuit alleging that she suffered "permanent injuries" after riding the coaster earlier this year. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie walks us through the lawsuit.
Man who died on Stardust Racers to be laid to rest
On Sept. 17, 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala was at Epic Universe where he rode Stardust Racers, a dual-launch coaster. At some point, Zavala became unconscious. He was rushed to the hospital, where he later died. Zavala will be laid to rest on Friday morning.
On Sept. 17, 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala was at Epic Universe where he rode Stardust Racers, a dual-launch coaster. At some point, Zavala became unconscious. He was rushed to the hospital, where he later died. Zavala will be laid to rest on Friday morning.
Florida man wrongly jailed after deputies confuse him with suspect of similar name
A Jacksonville man spent nearly two weeks in jail and missed the birth of his child after deputies mistakenly arrested him in place of a suspect with a similar name, his attorneys said.
A Jacksonville man spent nearly two weeks in jail and missed the birth of his child after deputies mistakenly arrested him in place of a suspect with a similar name, his attorneys said.
Amber Alert issued for missing teen after shooting in Marion County
Deputies in Marion County are searching for a 17-year-old boy who is believed to have been the victim of a shooting before disappearing Thursday afternoon. That prompted the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to issue a Florida Amber Alert.
Deputies in Marion County are searching for a 17-year-old boy who is believed to have been the victim of a shooting before disappearing Thursday afternoon. That prompted the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to issue a Florida Amber Alert.
Melbourne council rejects renaming road after Charlie Kirk
A push to rename a street in Melbourne after conservative activist Charlie Kirk has failed. The Melbourne City Council on Wednesday voted down a proposal to change the name of Cypress Ave., between Eau Gallie Boulevard and Orange Street, to Charlie Kirk Lane.
A push to rename a street in Melbourne after conservative activist Charlie Kirk has failed. The Melbourne City Council on Wednesday voted down a proposal to change the name of Cypress Ave., between Eau Gallie Boulevard and Orange Street, to Charlie Kirk Lane.
Man wrongly jailed after deputies confuse him for another
A Jacksonville man spent nearly two weeks in jail and missed the birth of his child after deputies mistakenly arrested him in place of a suspect with a similar name, his attorneys said.
A Jacksonville man spent nearly two weeks in jail and missed the birth of his child after deputies mistakenly arrested him in place of a suspect with a similar name, his attorneys said.
Florida substitute teacher accused of slapping students
Parents at South Ocala Elementary are demanding answers after a substitute teacher was accused of hitting students and using inappropriate language in a fourth-grade classroom.
Parents at South Ocala Elementary are demanding answers after a substitute teacher was accused of hitting students and using inappropriate language in a fourth-grade classroom.
Man accused of 3D-printing guns after calling police about stolen firearms
A convicted felon who reported stolen guns to police is now facing charges after officers discovered he was allegedly manufacturing 3D-printed weapons inside his home, authorities said.
A convicted felon who reported stolen guns to police is now facing charges after officers discovered he was allegedly manufacturing 3D-printed weapons inside his home, authorities said.
Universal ride death sparks ADA, safety questions after lawsuit filed
Safety questions are mounting after a man who used a wheelchair died last week while riding the Stardust Racers coaster at Universal Orlando?s Epic Universe.
Safety questions are mounting after a man who used a wheelchair died last week while riding the Stardust Racers coaster at Universal Orlando?s Epic Universe.
Florida Amber Alert: No evidence missing Marion County teenager abducted by 4 men, deputies say
Authorities have issued a Florida Amber Alert for a missing 17-year-old Marion County boy.
Authorities have issued a Florida Amber Alert for a missing 17-year-old Marion County boy.
Epic Universe lawsuit: Woman claims 'permanent injuries' after Stardust Racers ride
Days after a man died following a ride on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers dueling coaster, a woman has filed a lawsuit alleging that she suffered “permanent injuries" after riding the coaster earlier this year.
Days after a man died following a ride on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers dueling coaster, a woman has filed a lawsuit alleging that she suffered “permanent injuries" after riding the coaster earlier this year.
Epic Universe death: Expert talks restraint questions
As the investigation into how -- and why -- a man died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, and whether the ride itself had any impact on the man's death, FOX 35 talked with an expert about roller coaster ride restraints. Kevin Zavala became unresponsive while on Stardust Racers, officials and the family's attorney, Ben Crump said. Zavala died at the hospital. Zavala died from multiple blunt force injuries, according to the Medical Examiner. The family's attorney, Crump, questioned the potential of whether there could have been an issue with the ride's restraints.
As the investigation into how -- and why -- a man died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, and whether the ride itself had any impact on the man's death, FOX 35 talked with an expert about roller coaster ride restraints. Kevin Zavala became unresponsive while on Stardust Racers, officials and the family's attorney, Ben Crump said. Zavala died at the hospital. Zavala died from multiple blunt force injuries, according to the Medical Examiner. The family's attorney, Crump, questioned the potential of whether there could have been an issue with the ride's restraints.
Florida woman arrested for online threat of mass school shooting, police say
A Florida woman was arrested on Wednesday after she allegedly made a post on social media threatening a mass school shooting.
A Florida woman was arrested on Wednesday after she allegedly made a post on social media threatening a mass school shooting.
Fujiwhara Effect: What is it, what happens? Will Invest 94L and Tropical Storm Humberto combine?
With things finally heating up in the tropics for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, the FOX 35 Storm Team answers a question many people have had on their minds: Can several hurricanes merge into a single, stronger hurricane?
With things finally heating up in the tropics for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, the FOX 35 Storm Team answers a question many people have had on their minds: Can several hurricanes merge into a single, stronger hurricane?
Gov. DeSantis touts school choice as Florida welcomes Success Academy to state
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Success Academy, a charter school network, is coming to Florida.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Success Academy, a charter school network, is coming to Florida.
'Threw her to the floor': Care worker accused of elderly abuse
A former employee at Spring Hills Lake Mary is accused of elderly abuse against a woman she was tasked with caring for. Springs Hills told FOX 35 that the employee was suspended, then terminated. According to the woman's daughter, the aide lifted her mom's arms up and pushed her to the floor, then left her on the floor. The woman, Gene, is at the facility because she has dementia.
A former employee at Spring Hills Lake Mary is accused of elderly abuse against a woman she was tasked with caring for. Springs Hills told FOX 35 that the employee was suspended, then terminated. According to the woman's daughter, the aide lifted her mom's arms up and pushed her to the floor, then left her on the floor. The woman, Gene, is at the facility because she has dementia.
Red Bull Tandem Roller Coaster in Altamonte Springs
The Red Bull Tandem Rollercoaster is coming to the United States for the first time. The creative and fun event asks teams of two to race custom-built, non-motorized tandem bikes down a water-filled obstacle course. The event will take place on Saturday at Cranes Roost Park in Altamonte Springs. Jason Siegel, CEO of the Greater Orlando Sports Commission, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the event.
The Red Bull Tandem Rollercoaster is coming to the United States for the first time. The creative and fun event asks teams of two to race custom-built, non-motorized tandem bikes down a water-filled obstacle course. The event will take place on Saturday at Cranes Roost Park in Altamonte Springs. Jason Siegel, CEO of the Greater Orlando Sports Commission, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the event.
Florida elderly abuse: Lake Mary employee arrested after allegedly assaulting 85-year-old woman
A Florida assisted living facility employee was arrested after she allegedly pushed an 85-year-old woman with dementia to the ground, causing her a head injury. Investigators say the employee then walked away, leaving the woman laying on the ground.
A Florida assisted living facility employee was arrested after she allegedly pushed an 85-year-old woman with dementia to the ground, causing her a head injury. Investigators say the employee then walked away, leaving the woman laying on the ground.