Stephanie Buffamonte
Stephanie Buffamonte is an Emmy nominated journalist who joined the FOX 35 News team in November 2019.
Stephanie grew up on Long Island before moving to the Windy City to attend Loyola University Chicago. She’s excited to get away from the cold and move to the Sunshine State.
Prior to FOX 35 Orlando, Stephanie was a reporter in Milwaukee where she covered the city’s lead crisis, reckless driving epidemic, and many stories that impacted the community. She also spent two years anchoring/reporting in Wausau, Wisconsin before moving to Milwaukee.
In her free time Stephanie likes to run, hike outdoors, try out new restaurants and enjoy the company of her cats Ellie and Tigger. She hopes to participate in the Walt Disney World Half Marathon next year!
The latest from Stephanie Buffamonte
'I'm really homeless': Orlando resident struggling after driver crashes into home
A homeowner is picking up the pieces after a man driving a stolen car crashed into his home.
City of Daytona Beach to discuss 'disruptive' truck event not returning next year
The Mayor of Daytona Beach says he would not like the Daytona Truck Meet to return next year.
Cashing In: Drivers renting out their own vehicles amid rental car shortage
Travelers either can't find rental cars or they cost too much as the country faces a rental car shortage and many are turning to alternatives.
'Seek anything else': Officials warn Floridians to avoid emergency shelters this hurricane season
As hurricane season begins in Central Florida, an emergency official is advising people to not go to a shelter because he's concerned about a COVID-19 outbreak in a packed shelter.
Memorial Day weekend brings the crowds to local businesses
New Smyrna Beach has been packed this weekend and local businesses are cashing in.
Daytona Beach sees busy Memorial Day weekend
Hundreds of thousands of people made their way to Daytona Beach this Memorial Day weekend.
'She wasn’t alone': Former paramedic tends to Sanford mother killed in crash
A Good Samaritan worked to try to save the Lake Mary mother who was hit and killed by a truck, and even though she died, the man is thankful she wasn't alone in her final moments.
Hot, dry conditions pose increased risk of wildfires in Central Florida
Central Florida is expected to see an increase in temperature, little to no rain and it's expected to be windy. The Florida Forest Service says these conditions could cause big problems when it comes to wildfires.
'We need each other': Orlando pastor helps family lay mother shot and killed to rest
As a family mourns the loss of an Orange County mother, they're thankful for the church that donated a funeral service they couldn't afford.
Orange Co. firefighter loses battle to cancer, brings awareness to cancer-related deaths
Retired Orange County Fire Rescue Lt. Eric Siena is being honored Monday after he lost his battle with cancer. Now, his story is bringing attention to cancer in firefighters.