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
Doctors warn your mask might not protect you from COVID-19 variant
Health experts say a regular cloth mask just won't cut it for the more contagious strain.
Foster family hopes for dad's recovery after losing mom to coronavirus
Susan and Dennis Braley both got COVID-19 and went to AdventHealth Celebration. Susan died several days ago, while her husband is still fighting for his life. The couple had been foster parents for 20 years and fostered 300 children during that time.
Orlando Commissioner raising awareness for COVID-19 vaccine in Black communities
An Orlando City Commissioner is trying to bring awareness to the disparity between races when it comes to the COVID-19 vaccine.
Some concerned residency requirement will deter people from getting vaccine
As Florida moves to make it mandatory to require proof of residency at COVID-19 vaccination sites, some community leaders say it will stop some people from getting the vaccine.
Health officials urging seniors to get 2nd vaccine dose amid fears of side effects
County health officials say some long-term care facility residents are worried about taking the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine because of the potential for side effects. They're now trying to get the message out that it's important and safe to take both doses.
Lawmakers express concern over Florida's vaccination appointment system
Several counties in the state were part of Florida's pilot program for the COVID-19 vaccination appointment system, including Seminole County.
Assisted living facilities question why residents still don't have COVID-19 vaccines
Some assisted living facilities had expected their residents to be vaccinated for COVID-19 by now, but many are still waiting for the vaccines. The state is now working to try to make the process go faster.
Brevard County lawmaker helps get COVID-19 vaccines for Omni Healthcare
Omni Healthcare received 2,000 doses of the vaccine this week.
'Confusion, frustration, and desperation': Assisted living facilities wait on COVID-19 vaccine
Many assisted living facilities in Florida are waiting for the COVID-19 vaccine, even though they were promised to be a top priority.
Orlando International Airport sees busiest weekend of holiday season
Orlando International Airport officials say this weekend was expected to be its busiest weekend of the holiday season.