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
USPS facility races to handle holiday rush, ensure on-time deliveries
The holiday rush is here, and FOX 35 got a behind-the-scenes look at the U.S. Postal Service's Seminole Processing and Distribution Center as they work to bring packages on time.
Orange County funding dispute threatens School Resource Officers
A funding battle is brewing, and it could impact students in Orange County.
Florida storage unit treasure hunters find former NBA player's championship rings, jerseys
When Thomas and Dan Kline bought an abandoned storage unit in Seminole County, they had no idea it belonged to a former NBA player. And when they found the valuables inside, like championship rings, they knew exactly what they had to do.
Family of Marion County teen shot, killed by friend speaks out: 'I loved him'
The family of the Marion County teen who deputies say was shot and killed by his 15-year-old friend is speaking out.
Sarah Boone trial: Jury begins deliberations; here's what they can decide
The fate of Sarah Boone is in the hands of the jury.
Daytona Beach Police investigating shooting where bystander was nearly hit by flying bullets: 'I’m grateful'
A woman said flying bullets nearly hit her during a shooting in Daytona Beach.
Behind-the-scenes look at Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a fan favorite. FOX 35 got an exclusive behind-the-scenes ride and featured one of its guides who makes every ride unique.
Disney World moving manatee, three dolphins from EPCOT's 'Nemo & Friends' attraction
A manatee and three dolphins will be leaving "The Seas with Nemo & Friends" at Walt Disney World's EPCOT theme park -- and moving to new facilities in Florida.
Good Samaritan rescues man from sinking truck in Indian River Lagoon: 'God gave me the strength'
Two Good Samaritans are being hailed heroes for saving the life of a man who was drowning in Brevard County.
Orange County deputy accused of interferring in deadly carjacking case gets plea deal, likely to avoid jail
The Orange County deputy arrested in connection with the deadly Seminole County carjacking case won’t be facing any prison time.