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
Florida teen reflects a year after being run over by lifeguard truck on Daytona Beach
One year after being run over by a lifeguard truck while sunbathing on Daytona Beach, 19-year-old Sierra Trumbull says her recovery has been long, emotional and life-changing — but her spirit remains strong.
Walt Disney World is using new tech to protect monarch butterflies: Here's how it works
Walt Disney World is pioneering new technology to protect monarch butterflies.
AI versus free speech: Lawsuit could set landmark ruling following teen’s suicide
A Central Florida family is suing Character.ai, claiming an AI chatbot encouraged their teen son’s suicide.
Orange County nonprofit faces funding crisis after major donor loss, seeks community support
A local Orange County nonprofit needs the community’s help in a major way.
Orlando hearing to weigh lawsuit claiming AI chatbot encouraged teen’s suicide
A courtroom hearing involving artificial intelligence and free speech will be held in Orlando on Monday. The Central Florida family claims a chatbot drove their teenage son to suicide, but the company says they’re protected by free speech.
Michigan man canoes 6,000-mile 'Great Loop,' overcoming challenges and inspiring thousands
A 23-year-old from Michigan is canoeing what is known as “The Great Loop,” a 6,000-mile journey, and has completed 2,500 miles so far.
Democratic lawmakers travel to El Salvador to support return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia
Four more Democratic lawmakers, including a Florida Congressman, traveled to El Salvador to visit an illegal immigrant and suspected MS-13 gang member deported by President Donald Trump’s administration.
Community hosts vigil for Orlando Magic Mall shooting victim
A vigil was held Saturday night for the man who was shot and killed earlier this month in the Magic Mall parking lot in Orlando. Family and friends of 46-year-old Joseph Phillips wore his favorite color, sang songs and read prayers to remember him during the ceremony.
Anti-Trump rallies break out across the U.S., including in Central Florida
Protests, rallies and demonstrations against the Trump administration are taking place in cities across the country this weekend, including in Central Florida.
Poinciana woman who lost her family in a reckless driving crash, warns local teens ahead of prom
After a Poinciana woman lost her family in a reckless driving crash, she’s now sharing her tragedy with local teens ahead of prom.