Newsom threatens to yank funding from universities that comply with Trump demands
Colleges and universities in California could be caught in a showdown between President Trump and Gov. Newsom. We explain what the president is demanding in exchange for better access to federal funding.
Colleges and universities in California could be caught in a showdown between President Trump and Gov. Newsom. We explain what the president is demanding in exchange for better access to federal funding.
Meet Andrew Cherico, the UCF journalist inspiring many
Andrew Cherico is a broadcast journalism student at UCF who provides content for the "Sons of UCF" and "Knights 247" as well as Orlando Magic content for the website round table. Andrew was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy when he was two and a half years old. When he was nine years old, he lost his ability to walk. He now works on the adult advisory council at Cure SMA and shares his story at speaking events to help bring awareness to his condition and give those with similar conditions someone to look up to. Andrew's story will air on FOX's Big Noon Kickoff on Saturday between 11:15 and 11:30.
Andrew Cherico is a broadcast journalism student at UCF who provides content for the "Sons of UCF" and "Knights 247" as well as Orlando Magic content for the website round table. Andrew was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy when he was two and a half years old. When he was nine years old, he lost his ability to walk. He now works on the adult advisory council at Cure SMA and shares his story at speaking events to help bring awareness to his condition and give those with similar conditions someone to look up to. Andrew's story will air on FOX's Big Noon Kickoff on Saturday between 11:15 and 11:30.
Student loan payments are the highest in these states in 2025, data shows
Ongoing research shows that having a college degree leads to higher earnings over your lifetime and is still worth the investment to ensure a life of financial stability and well-being. But for many students, earning a degree also means incurring student loan debt.
Ongoing research shows that having a college degree leads to higher earnings over your lifetime and is still worth the investment to ensure a life of financial stability and well-being. But for many students, earning a degree also means incurring student loan debt.
Could metal detectors be installed in Flagler County schools?
Flagler County is looking to make schools safer for students by possibly adding metal detectors. Flagler Schools School Board Chair Will Furry joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about safety measures.
Flagler County is looking to make schools safer for students by possibly adding metal detectors. Flagler Schools School Board Chair Will Furry joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about safety measures.
‘Reading Rainbow’ returning after nearly 20 years
“Reading Rainbow" is coming back soon! Here's what we know.
“Reading Rainbow" is coming back soon! Here's what we know.
Jane Goodall, renowned conservationist, dies at 91
Jane Goodall, the famed conservationist known for her expertise on chimpanzees and her globe-spanning advocacy of environmental causes, has died.
Jane Goodall, the famed conservationist known for her expertise on chimpanzees and her globe-spanning advocacy of environmental causes, has died.
Just 3 states are responsible for 80% of known school book bans
An annual report on book bans in U.S. schools finds that 80% of the nearly 7,000 books banned for the 2024-2025 school year took place in just three states.
An annual report on book bans in U.S. schools finds that 80% of the nearly 7,000 books banned for the 2024-2025 school year took place in just three states.
Here's how a government shutdown affects student loan payments
The U.S. Department of Education says many of its core operations will continue despite a government shutdown – though 87% of its workforce will be furloughed.
The U.S. Department of Education says many of its core operations will continue despite a government shutdown – though 87% of its workforce will be furloughed.
Students preparing for the PSAT/NMSQT
Students are getting ready for a big exam later this month. Priscilla Rodriguez, senior vice president with College Readiness Assessments, joins Good day Orlando to talk more about the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test
Students are getting ready for a big exam later this month. Priscilla Rodriguez, senior vice president with College Readiness Assessments, joins Good day Orlando to talk more about the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test
Eatonville mayor backs historic Hungerford property deal amid council pushback
The Orange County School Board has approved the transfer of the historic Hungerford property from Orange County Public Schools to Dr. Phillips Charities, a decision officials called a milestone for Eatonville and one of the largest community-led preservation efforts in the country.
The Orange County School Board has approved the transfer of the historic Hungerford property from Orange County Public Schools to Dr. Phillips Charities, a decision officials called a milestone for Eatonville and one of the largest community-led preservation efforts in the country.
Corporal punishment or discipline? Why Marion County substitute accused of hitting kids to likely avoid arrest
A substitute teacher filling in at South Ocala Elementary School has been fired from the Marion County Public School District after several students accused her of slapping, grabbing, and pushing kids, and of using racial slurs and other curse words.
A substitute teacher filling in at South Ocala Elementary School has been fired from the Marion County Public School District after several students accused her of slapping, grabbing, and pushing kids, and of using racial slurs and other curse words.
Another Brevard County teacher facing discipline over student nickname
Florida’s education commissioner has filed an administrative complaint seeking disciplinary action against a Brevard County science teacher accused of violating state law and professional conduct rules by using a name for a student without parental permission.
Florida’s education commissioner has filed an administrative complaint seeking disciplinary action against a Brevard County science teacher accused of violating state law and professional conduct rules by using a name for a student without parental permission.
OCPS to vote on Hungerford deal Tuesday
A multimillion dollar deal is on the line for a historic property in Eatonville on Tuesday. The Hungerford 117-acre site has long been viewed as a symbol of Eatonville?s resilience and history. FOX 35's Marley Capper shares more about the deal and why it's controversial in the community.
A multimillion dollar deal is on the line for a historic property in Eatonville on Tuesday. The Hungerford 117-acre site has long been viewed as a symbol of Eatonville?s resilience and history. FOX 35's Marley Capper shares more about the deal and why it's controversial in the community.
Full Sail University facing federal lawsuit alleging fraud
Full Sail University and the Los Angeles Film School are facing a federal lawsuit accusing them of defrauding the government and pressuring students to enroll.
Full Sail University and the Los Angeles Film School are facing a federal lawsuit accusing them of defrauding the government and pressuring students to enroll.
Des Moines schools superintendent detained by ICE
Des Moines Public Schools superintendent has been detained by Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
Des Moines Public Schools superintendent has been detained by Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
Some student loan borrowers brace for smaller paychecks: What to know
Student loan borrowers who have defaulted on payments could have up to 15% of their pay docked by the federal government starting soon.
Student loan borrowers who have defaulted on payments could have up to 15% of their pay docked by the federal government starting soon.
Substitute teacher accused of hitting kids, using racial slurs in Ocala elementary school
Parents at South Ocala Elementary are demanding answers after allegations surfaced that a substitute teacher struck a student and used racial slurs in class this week.
Parents at South Ocala Elementary are demanding answers after allegations surfaced that a substitute teacher struck a student and used racial slurs in class this week.
Florida welcomes Success Academy to state
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins spoke on Thursday morning in Miami. At the event, DeSantis announced that Success Academy, a charter school network, is coming to the Sunshine State. Success Academy will start in Miami, and DeSantis said he believes it will expand throughout the state in the future.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins spoke on Thursday morning in Miami. At the event, DeSantis announced that Success Academy, a charter school network, is coming to the Sunshine State. Success Academy will start in Miami, and DeSantis said he believes it will expand throughout the state in the future.
Gov. DeSantis touts school choice as Florida welcomes Success Academy to state
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Success Academy, a charter school network, is coming to Florida.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Success Academy, a charter school network, is coming to Florida.
Brevard teacher's request for early release from probation after disorderly conduct conviction delayed
A former teacher trying to get off probation was denied early release Wednesday after being convicted of disorderly intoxication and resisting an officer in May, court records show.
A former teacher trying to get off probation was denied early release Wednesday after being convicted of disorderly intoxication and resisting an officer in May, court records show.