Deborah Choe
Deborah Choe joined the FOX 35 team July 2022 as a weekend co-anchor and reporter.
From Disneyland to Walt Disney World, the southern California native is very excited to be in the sunshine state!
She graduated from Chapman University with a degree in Television and Broadcast Journalism. After graduation, she decided she wanted an adventure, and the Midwest was calling.
Deborah’s came to Central Florida from Columbia, Missouri where she was the Evening Anchor/Investigative reporter for KMIZ. While there, she covered an EF3 tornado that tore through the capital city, a former governor’s scandal that eventually led to his resignation, Former President Donald Trump’s visit to Columbia, along with First Lady Jill Biden’s visit to the area.
During her time, she was awarded an Edward R. Murrow for her investigative work looking into a school district’s lack of fire drills. Deborah was also recognized by the Missouri Broadcaster’s Association as Best News Anchor and Best Investigative Reporting.
Deborah is a Korean American and is part of the Asian American Journalists Association. She loves getting involved in the community, and wants to continue to shine a spotlight on Asian American’s and their contributions to society.
Being closer to family in Florida was a huge draw for Deborah coming to the sunshine state. She is looking forward to exploring what Orlando and the surrounding areas have to offer. She is excited to cover central Florida news, give her a buzz if you have any tips for her!
The latest from Deborah Choe
'We decided to list our home for sale': Residents fight proposed animal shelter in Marion County
Plans to use a property for a proposed animal shelter in Ocala were put on pause on Tuesday.
Student cut with pocket knife in fight with another student at Volusia County high school, officials say
A student's face was cut with a knife during a fight with another student at University High School in Orange City, the Volusia Sheriff's Office and the school district confirmed.
Family speaks out after tourist dies at New Smyrna Beach: 'One minute you're here, and one minute you're gone'
The woman's sister Shana Clare told FOX 35 News it was supposed to be a fun holiday weekend for the two sisters from Louisiana.
Volusia County beach rescues reach extremely high numbers over Labor Day weekend
Beach rescues were in extremely high numbers over the Labor Day holiday weekend in Volusia County. Captain A.J. Miller, the spokesperson of Volusia County Beach Safety, said lifeguards made 178 rescues this weekend. Last year, there were 16.
Florida girl selling lemonade to raise funds in fight against rare cancer
An eight-year-old Florida girl is not letting a rare cancer diagnosis stop her from living her best life.
Former NCIS special agent weighs in on Michelle Parker cold case
Michelle Parker, 33, was last seen dropping off the two children she shared with her ex-fiancé, Dale Smith Jr., at his house on November 17, 2011. She was never seen again.
Central Florida schools gear up for first day amid heat wave
Thousands of kids are heading back to school across central Florida on Thursday amid a heat wave. School districts tell FOX 35 they're monitoring the weather, and will adjust as needed. Here's what some of the districts are doing to prepare.
Effectiveness of ankle monitors in tracking criminals
Court records show the man who shot two Orlando Police officers last Friday night was supposed to be under police supervision.
Dog dies at Central Florida doggy daycare: 'I was in complete shock,' owner says
An Ocala family is adjusting to life without their beloved pet, Chevy, an English bulldog.
Florida dog shelter needs help after learning lease will be terminated
A Forever Home Animal Rescue received a letter that its lease wouldn't be renewed, and it would need to be out by December 31, 2023. The facility has been operating at its Tavares location for seven years. The news came as a shock to owner, Lori Mastrantoni.