Rider weight has played a part in previous amusement ride accidents, investigations show

Tyre Sampson was not the first person to fall from a theme park ride. The teenager fell to his death while on the Orlando Freefall just weeks ago. While a rare occurrence, people are sharing their horrific encounters with these kind of thrill rides. FOX 35 investigating what you can do to possibly prevent being injured, even before you head to the park.

Protecting yourself from theme park dangers
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Tyre Sampson was not the first person to fall from a theme park ride. The teenager fell to his death while on the Orlando Freefall just weeks ago. While a rare occurrence, people are sharing their horrific encounters with these kind of thrill rides. FOX 35 investigating what you can do to possibly prevent being injured, even before you head to the park.

Residents along Orlando's Lake Giles report fish kill

Residents along Lake Giles in Orlando are reporting a massive fish kill event. They said it smells so bad, that they don't even want to go outside.

'It was unreal': Women recount Daytona Beach roller coaster accident

In a never-before-seen photograph, two women from Kentucky who were visiting Florida are smiling, holding up their hands, about to take off on the Daytona Beach Sandblaster roller coaster. Moments later, their lives would be turned upside down.

Orlando FreeFall ride death: State Senator looking to take action to make amusement rides safer

Florida State Senator Linda Stewart is keeping a close eye on the investigation into how 14-year-old Tyre Sampson fell to his death from Orlando FreeFall, the drop tower amusement ride at ICON Park. 

Storm spotters keeping communities safe in tornado detection ‘dead zone’

FOX 35 News continues to dig into the tornado detection "dead one,” where minimal radar coverage is available to track severe storms. We are learning of a possible solution, although it doesn’t appear like it will be coming to central Florida anytime soon. That means storm spotters in the area will continue to play a critical role in the community.

Residents say trashy lot is eyesore in heart of Orlando's tourist district

Thousands of drivers pass through the busy intersection of Turkey Lake and Sand Lake roads each day. On nearby property, a lot is strewn with junk and trash, and it looks like a mess, residents say.

DCF working to resolve SNAP benefit delays due to staffing shortage

A worker shortage within the government is keeping some Floridians from getting SNAP benefits, which includes food stamps.

SunPass charges overturned after FOX 35 story
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A man said after his license plate was stolen during a trip to Miami, he began receiving bills from SunPass. FOX 35 News looked into his story and he tells us that charges have been overturned.

FOX 35 INVESTIGATES: A closer look at Black militant group NFAC

The Daytona Beach Police Department said early Saturday morning that a suspect in the shooting of a police officer was captured in Georgia.

Man billed by SunPass after license plate is stolen
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A man said after his license plate was stolen during a trip to Miami, he began receiving bills from SunPass.

FOX 35 INVESTIGATES: Cryptocurrency confusion

Over the last few months, cryptocurrency has exploded in popularity and value. So, why are so many people buying it? It’s confusing, but FOX 35 is here to clear it up.

FOX 35 INVESTIGATES: Mining cryptocurrency
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Over the last few months, cryptocurrency has exploded in popularity and value. You can buy cryptocurrency or you can earn it by mining it. You just need a computer and some equipment. It can be a pricey hobby though.

FOX 35 INVESTIGATES: Used car boom
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Used cars are a hot commodity right now. Market research company J.D. Power is reporting this week that used car prices are at an all time high. We take a closer look at what's driving the increased value.