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.

Modified mosquitoes to be released in Florida Keys
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Genetically modified mosquitoes are being released in the Florida Keys in an effort to combat persistent insect-borne diseases such as Dengue fever and the Zika virus.

FOX 35 INVESTIGATES: Why didn't fire hydrants work at condemned condo complex?

FOX 35 investigates after a fire ripped apart an abandoned condominium complex. Firefighters had to cut open a fence to get water because nearby hydrants were shut off.

FOX 35 INVESTIGATES: Abandoned condo fire
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FOX 35 investigates after a fire ripped apart an abandoned condominium complex. Firefighters had to cut open a fence to get water because nearby hydrants were shut off.

FOX 35 INVESTIGATES: Federal coronavirus relief money for schools

Florida schools received about $700 million in Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act money. Some are still working through those funds.

FOX 35 INVESTIGATES: Huge disparities in CARE money distribution
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The coronavirus pandemic is not only just a health crisis, but it is also an economic crisis for the United States. About a year ago, the nearly $3 trillion CARES Act was signed into law. It turns out that some Florida counties are still waiting to be paid back after spending their own money on programs to help struggling residents and businesses.