Manny Martinez
Manny Martinez joined FOX 35 News in July 2023 as a reporter and weekend anchor.
Prior to FOX 35, Martinez worked at WBTW (CBS) in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina as an anchor and reporter. He covered Hurricane Ian’s second American landfall in 2022 and the suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down off the Myrtle Beach area coast in February 2023.
Born and raised in the Chicago suburb of Glenview, Illinois, Manny's love for broadcasting began in high school, where he was part of the school's radio and television programs. He studied broadcast and digital journalism at Syracuse University and graduated in 2021. He also has a minor in political science.
Manny is a member of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists.
He is an avid Chicago Cubs fan and splits season tickets with a group of friends. He’s also a fan of all things racing: IndyCar, NASCAR and Formula 1. He goes to the Indianapolis 500 every year. You can bet he’ll be at Daytona for a race!
Manny loves to play pickleball and ride his bike in his spare time. Don’t be afraid to say hi if you see him on the streets.
The latest from Manny Martinez
Family 'in shock' after man dies in Palm Bay construction accident involving steam roller
A Florida family is grieving the loss of its patriarch after a construction accident in Palm Bay.
Florida woman watched home burn as hydrant closest to her house was broken: 'Not an easy feeling'
A woman in Orange County watched as her home – and all of her belongings inside – burned, as firefighters had to quickly find a second water hydrant as the one closest to her home malfunctioned.
Tyre Sampson's father speaks on eve of trial in lawsuit over son's deadly fall from Orlando ride
The father of the boy who fell off a theme park ride to his death in Orlando spoke exclusively with FOX 35 News on the night before a trial is set to begin.
Port Orange councilman sworn in amid controversy over alleged DUI
Just three months after police alleged he drunkenly crashed his truck and attempted to switch seats with his wife, Lance Green was sworn into public office as the newest Port Orange city councilman.
Orlando firefighters union calls for more firefighters to match city’s growth
Orlando Professional Firefighters, the union representing 500 of the city’s firefighters, is calling for an increase in staffing.
Projected 2024 Thanksgiving travel forecast expected to set records
Millions of Americans are heading to their Thanksgiving holiday destinations.
Unpermitted rideshare drivers raise safety concerns at Orlando International Airport
Ride-share drivers are capitalizing on the holiday travel surge at Orlando International Airport, but some lack proper permits, raising safety and liability concerns, airport officials say.
Florida couple allegedly assaulted Volusia County school resource officer
A Volusia County teacher and her husband were arrested Tuesday morning after authorities say they attacked a school resource officer during a meeting about their son’s behavior at Deltona Middle School.
Latino voters propel Donald Trump to victory in Osceola County, nationwide
As Donald Trump gets ready for a second term as president, political experts believe he has growing Latino support to thank.
Exclusive video shows crowd rush for cover inside nightclub during Orlando shooting: 'They were terrified'
New exclusive video shows the chaos in downtown Orlando in the moments after Friday's mass shooting.