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World Cup 2026

IRS in the hot seat over potential cash grab from Spain's World Cup winnings: 'It's a rip-off'

As reigning 2026 FIFA World Cup champions, Spain won $50 million in prize money, but a large portion of that could be subject to federal taxes in the United States — potentially up to 30%.

2030 FIFA World Cup will span across 3 continents and 6 countries, may expand to 64 teams

President Trump presents World Cup to Spain

Mbappé tops Messi for Golden Boot, all-time record

Shakira, Justin Bieber, Muppets take stage for World Cup halftime

World Cup final: How much money does the winning team get?

Bill Bellamy is bringing his stand-up comedy to Orlando. The actor and comedian will be performing at the Funny Bone Comedy Club at Pointe Orlando on July 24 and 25. Bellamy stops by Good Day Orlando to talk about his show.

Summer Block Party Beach Bash in Cocoa Beach

Adopt-A-Pet: Meet Chase

The End of an Era: "The Voice of the Orlando Magic" Play-by Play announces retirement

Money Monday: Pell Grants for job training programs

Importance of the Strait of Hormuz

Central Florida News

Florida man accused of child abuse, feeding boy food tainted with animal feces: VSO

A Volusia County man was arrested Thursday after detectives say he put two children through prolonged abuse, including intentionally feeding a 12-year-old boy food contaminated with animal feces.

July 25, 2026 2:42pm EDT

Stray kitten rescued by Florida deputy during DUI stop finds forever home

July 25, 2026 1:58pm EDT

13-year-old girl rescued from Florida motel; kidnapping suspects arrested: JSO

July 25, 2026 1:37pm EDT

Police search for suspects after shooting into Titusville home, officials say

July 25, 2026 11:37am EDT

Lake Eola swans head to new homes ahead of $60 million park renovation

July 25, 2026 10:57am EDT

City of Orlando completes final phase of Lake Eola swan relocation, officials say

July 25, 2026 9:57am EDT

Mission Control - Space News

SpaceX Starship clears major hurdles in latest test flight, pushing closer to orbital missions

SpaceX achieved a significant leap forward in its rocket development program following its latest Starship test flight from Starbase in Texas, overcoming obstacles that previously triggered in-flight breakups.

July 24, 2026 11:33pm EDT

Antarctica's 'hummingbird' revealed in stunning new NASA radar

July 24, 2026 2:03pm EDT

NASA cancels $73 million moon lander mission with contractor Draper

July 20, 2026 9:20pm EDT

NORAD F-16s intercept multiple aircraft violating temporary flight restrictions over New Jersey

July 20, 2026 4:25pm EDT

NASA’s Webb and Chile telescope discover faint new planet after 11-year cosmic hide-and-seek

July 16, 2026 3:50pm EDT

Frontier Airlines to add Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi on flights

July 15, 2026 12:15pm EDT

Florida's Theme Parks

Fortnite, Art the Clown come to Halloween Horror Nights

Tharin White, Lead Publisher at EYNTK.info joins FOX 35's Laryssa Leone live via Zoom to break down the latest details of Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights, kicking off August 28, including Art the Clown's return and the debut of the Fortnitemares scare zone.

Universal reports 'softened' attendance at Orlando theme parks

Universal Orlando permit fuels speculation about new Islands of Adventure attraction

Universal files new permit: What could it mean?

Universal Orlando reveals Fortnite scare zone for Halloween Horror Nights

Halloween Horror Nights: Universal adds 'Evil Dead Burn' haunted house

Consumer, Finances, and Money

Disney reportedly lays off hundreds of employees, Pixar hit hard despite blockbuster success

Civil rights groups sue HHS for cutting child care, family assistance

New Trump tariffs: President imposes double-digit levies as temporary tariffs expire

Buc-ee's reveals managers can earn up to $275K without college degree

30% of Americans admit to shoplifting, annual survey finds

Teen gets hefty payout for rare find from NBA legend

Politics

Student standing behind Trump at Georgia speech speaks out after going viral

WATCH: President Trump speaks at rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner

Sen. Ashley Moody's new bill to fight accident fraud

Education Department removing 'disparate impact' discrimination rule

Map: 24 states sue Trump administration over FEMA disaster funding

Rick Scott breaks with DeSantis on Florida property tax amendment: 'I'm worried'

Health News

Lou Koller, Sick of It All frontman, dies at 59 after cancer battle

Lou Koller, the longtime frontman and co-founder of New York hardcore band Sick of It All, has died at age 59 after a two-year battle with cancer.

Measles surge hits new milestone as US cases surpass last year's total

Cyclosporiasis outbreak: Florida cases up to 168; county-by-county breakdown

The hidden cost of GLP-1s: Popularity surge raises long-term affordability questions

Here's how much retiring in 2026 could cost you in health care expenses

Four more states linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak, reports say

U.S. National News

8 family members found dead in Michigan fire; police say at least 1 was shot

Authorities in Michigan are investigating possible foul play after eight people, including six children, were found dead inside a burning home Friday with some of the victims suffering gunshot wounds.

Fourth firefighter dies after Colorado wildfire burnover near Utah border

Vending machine burritos recalled in 8 states

WATCH: President Trump speaks at rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner

Simone Biles undergoes procedure after near-death experience in June: Reports

Ex-'Teacher of the Year,' assistant principal arrested on child sex charges

Movies, TV, and Hollywood

Lou Koller, Sick of It All frontman, dies at 59 after cancer battle

Lou Koller, the longtime frontman and co-founder of New York hardcore band Sick of It All, has died at age 59 after a two-year battle with cancer.

Simone Biles undergoes procedure after near-death experience in June: Reports

Disney reportedly lays off hundreds of employees, Pixar hit hard despite blockbuster success

Luke Skywalker's lightsaber nets $3.75 million at auction

D4vd in court: Preliminary hearing begins in gruesome Hollywood Hills murder case

Kaylee Hottle, Godzilla vs Kong actress, dies at 18

Unusual

Student standing behind Trump at Georgia speech speaks out after going viral

A Wheeler High School graduate went viral global after doing an impression of Donald Trump behind the president during a speech in Marietta.

Suspect jumps off bridge after police chase

Houston DoorDash driver completes delivery after being hit by suspect in police chase

Florida airboat captain helps stranded helicopter crew from alligator-filled Lake Jesup

Florida man accused of stealing, selling Smokey Bear signs online for $1,900 a piece

Empire State Building climbers display quote on banner: What does it say?

We Love Florida

Inside the Milkshake Factory in downtown Orlando

A new shop in downtown Orlando is serving up cool treats. The Milkshake Factory offers a lineup flavorful milkshakes and a selection of handmade chocolate barks and cake pops. FOX 35's David Martin takes a look around and gets all the details.

July 24, 2026 11:43am EDT