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The story behind Mecatos Bakery & Cafe

One man's passion for his culture has turned into a business that now has 9 locations across Central Florida. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz talks with the owners of Mecatos Bakery & Cafe.

Checking back in with mystery box business Fundelivered

Florida wrongfully arrested to testify before U.S. Senate

Tensions Rise Between the U.S. and Iran after President Trump Threatens to 'annihilate' the Country

Tensions Rise Between the U.S. and Iran after President Trump Threatens to "annihilate" the Country

SURGING OIL COSTS: MAJOR AIRLINES PREPARE TO SLASH ROUTES

Central Florida News

Home under construction collapses in New Smyrna Beach, 1 hurt, officials say

A home under construction in New Smyrna Beach collapsed on Thursday afternoon, trapping at least one person inside, according to the New Smyrna Beach Fire Department.

September 24, 2026 4:42pm EDT

2 workers hurt after roof collapse at Winter Garden construction site

September 24, 2026 4:21pm EDT

Florida woman abandoned by accomplices during botched prison drop with 464 grams of meth: MCSO

September 24, 2026 2:10pm EDT

Canadian woman living in Florida federally charged with illegally voting in 3 elections: DOJ

September 24, 2026 11:13am EDT

Hilary Duff adds Orlando stop to 2027 'The Lucky Me' tour

September 24, 2026 10:08am EDT

Florida woman died after eating E coli-tainted frozen blueberries from Publix, lawsuit alleges

September 24, 2026 6:15am EDT

Mission Control - Space News

NASA, SpaceX target October for Crew-13 launch from Florida to ISS

NASA has set a new date for Crew-13's flight to the International Space Station after the original launch was delayed.

September 23, 2026 1:54pm EDT

Pentagon releases sixth batch of declassified UFO files including video of swarm of objects over Utah in 1952

September 18, 2026 12:23pm EDT

NASA images reveal ‘once-in-a-century’ moon crater, largest recent impact discovered

September 17, 2026 5:34pm EDT

US Space Force increasing ranks, offers service members from other branches transfer opportunity

September 15, 2026 11:13am EDT

NASA turns to AI to speed lunar research and future moon missions

September 14, 2026 7:42pm EDT

Chinese tourist charged after allegedly flying drone in restricted airspace near Kennedy Space Center

September 11, 2026 9:48pm EDT

Drew Smith, aka DrewDisneyDude, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to bring an inside look at Walt Disney World cast members, major construction at Disney's Animal Kingdom, and key updates on Toy Story 5, Fortnite, and Alien Swirling Saucers.

Meet Bakari, Disney's new silverback gorilla at Animal Kingdom

Behind the scenes: Walt Disney World's costume team keeps the magic alive

Joey Fatone opens new hot dog spot at Universal CityWalk

Fun Spot to bring rides from closed Atlanta park to Central Florida

Universal King Kong ride closed after animatronic damaged during maintenance

Consumer, Finances, and Money

These cities are spending the most on fast food

30-year mortgage rates hit 2-year high: What homebuyers need to know

CVS agrees to $20.5M class action settlement: Here’s who qualifies for a payment

Data shows the best and worst cities for women’s health, jobs and quality of life

The fast-food chain where managers average more than $200K a year

Toys R Us makes major comeback with 120 new stores opening across US this holiday season

Politics

Amendment 3: Seminole County warns property tax vote could trigger budget cuts

Trump welcomes China’s Xi with rare planeside greeting ahead of talks

POLITICS OF AI: Why Emerging Tech Is Shaping the Midterms

Who leads 2026 Texas Senate race? Paxton vs. Talarico poll tracker

Trump has mentioned Biden nearly 900 times on the campaign trail

White House TV pool to suspend coverage of Trump events

Health News

Thyroid medication recall upgraded to FDA's highest risk level

A thyroid medication that was recalled last month because it’s potentially “superpotent" has been upgraded to the Food and Drug Administration’s highest risk level.

FDA-endorsed blood test can spot early signs of more than 50 types of cancer, drugmaker says

FDA approves Eli Lilly's once-a-week insulin injection for type 2 diabetes treatment

‘Miracle on the Hudson’ hero Sully Sullenberger reveals Alzheimer’s warning signs he missed years ago

Fall allergy season has gotten longer since 1970: Here's where it's worst

Trump administration halts Obamacare enrollment for 760,000, citing suspected fraud

U.S. National News

Gordon Ramsay’s ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ returns for milestone 25th season: What to expect

“Hell’s Kitchen" is celebrating its 25th season with a new generation of chefs competing for a $250,000 prize and a job with Gordon Ramsay. Here’s what to expect this season.

Judge blocks Trump’s White House ban on CNN, MS NOW, Politico

Multistate manhunt for accused sexual predator who skipped on $10K bond

Trump welcomes China’s Xi with rare planeside greeting ahead of talks

Cities where you'll save the most by renting instead of buying a home

Study ranks the best and worst US cities for people with disabilities

Movies, TV, and Hollywood

Gordon Ramsay’s ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ returns for milestone 25th season: What to expect

“Hell’s Kitchen" is celebrating its 25th season with a new generation of chefs competing for a $250,000 prize and a job with Gordon Ramsay. Here’s what to expect this season.

Microsoft files patent that could bring game-pausing ads to Xbox

Disney to increase monthly subscription price for Disney+, Hulu

Hilary Duff adds Orlando stop to 2027 'The Lucky Me' tour

'Home Improvement' star Jonathan Taylor Thomas arrested for alleged public intoxication, resisting deputy

Judge grants restraining order against Dolly Parton’s nephew over alleged threats

Unusual

Pentagon releases sixth batch of declassified UFO files including video of swarm of objects over Utah in 1952

A sixth batch of declassified UFO files were released by the Pentagon Friday, the latest such release in the Trump administration's new wave of public disclosure of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP).

Georgia man wanted after being filmed 'intensely interacting' with rubber duck in stranger's hot tub

Grisly discovery from legendary Roman emperor's reign reveals soldiers' remains, weapons

Watch: Homeowners get a shock when man falls through ceiling

Wild video shows person dangling after I-20 crash in Atlanta

WATCH: ‘Dead’ deer scares Texas deputy in viral video

We Love Florida

Picking pumpkins at Cannon Farms

Cannon Farms in Dunnellon is one of few places in Central Florida that grows pumpkins. The farm lets visitors pick pumpkins from its pumpkin patches. FOX 35's David Martin has the details.

September 24, 2026 1:50pm EDT