Melbourne Officer Resigns After Takedown of Wrong Teen
A Melbourne police officer has resigned following the arrest of 15-year-old boy in a case of mistaken identity. Records indicate that the officer has a history of disciplinary issues before the incident. FOX 35's Esther Bower joined Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down the latest.
A Melbourne police officer has resigned following the arrest of 15-year-old boy in a case of mistaken identity. Records indicate that the officer has a history of disciplinary issues before the incident. FOX 35's Esther Bower joined Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down the latest.
Orlando Dreamers ask for $975M to build MLB stadium
JC Carnahan, staff writer with the Orlando Business Journal joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the Orlando Dreamers' request for nearly a billion dollars in Tourist Development Tax dollars to build a MLB-caliber stadium near SeaWorld Orlando, which other projects Orange County has to weigh and what this request means for the future of professional baseball in Central Florida.
JC Carnahan, staff writer with the Orlando Business Journal joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the Orlando Dreamers' request for nearly a billion dollars in Tourist Development Tax dollars to build a MLB-caliber stadium near SeaWorld Orlando, which other projects Orange County has to weigh and what this request means for the future of professional baseball in Central Florida.
Florida theater shows The Odyssey in IMAX 70mm
Joseph Cox, President and CEO of the Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale, Florida joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to showcase the IMAX 70mm screens available at the museum's movie theater, which critics and director Christopher Nolan say is the way his adaptation of The Odyssey is meant to be seen. The MODS theater is one of 40 in the world and just 24 in the United States available to watch films like The Odyssey in IMAX 70mm. They're seeing sold-out showings, already selling 12,000 tickets ahead of the film's worldwide release.
Joseph Cox, President and CEO of the Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale, Florida joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to showcase the IMAX 70mm screens available at the museum's movie theater, which critics and director Christopher Nolan say is the way his adaptation of The Odyssey is meant to be seen. The MODS theater is one of 40 in the world and just 24 in the United States available to watch films like The Odyssey in IMAX 70mm. They're seeing sold-out showings, already selling 12,000 tickets ahead of the film's worldwide release.
Magic of Disney Animation to open on September 14
Disney has announced that the Magic of Disney Animation will open at Disney's Hollywood Studios on September 14, 2026. The reimagined space will feature an indoor playground based on Alice in Wonderland, unique character meet-and-greets, and an Animation Academy hosted by an advanced Olaf Audio-Animatronics figure. Drew Smith, aka @DrewDisneyDude, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down what we know.
Disney has announced that the Magic of Disney Animation will open at Disney's Hollywood Studios on September 14, 2026. The reimagined space will feature an indoor playground based on Alice in Wonderland, unique character meet-and-greets, and an Animation Academy hosted by an advanced Olaf Audio-Animatronics figure. Drew Smith, aka @DrewDisneyDude, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down what we know.
Tensions Rise: U.S. launches renewed strikes against Iran
President Donald Trump met with the new Iraqi Prime Minister, Ali al-Zaidi, at the White House Tuesday morning following a series of dramatic U.S. airstrikes against Iran. As tensions escalate in the Middle East, UCF Associate Professor Dr. Houman Sadri joined FOX 35’s Garrett Wymer live to analyze the fallout and what comes next.
President Donald Trump met with the new Iraqi Prime Minister, Ali al-Zaidi, at the White House Tuesday morning following a series of dramatic U.S. airstrikes against Iran. As tensions escalate in the Middle East, UCF Associate Professor Dr. Houman Sadri joined FOX 35’s Garrett Wymer live to analyze the fallout and what comes next.
NASA drafts first steps of commercial ISS replacement
NASA released it's draft Request for Proposals last week, laying out guidelines for a commercial replacement for the ISS. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer speaks with Zac Aubert of The Launch Pad Network about what we can expect for human's futures in orbit commercial space companies' timeline may look like.
NASA released it's draft Request for Proposals last week, laying out guidelines for a commercial replacement for the ISS. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer speaks with Zac Aubert of The Launch Pad Network about what we can expect for human's futures in orbit commercial space companies' timeline may look like.
FIFA Top 4 Ranked Teams Advance to World Cup Semifinals
The USMNT may be out after the Round of 16, but World Cup fever is only heating up as we enter the final stretch of the tournament. The final four teams are locked in for a week of blockbuster matches, including the massive bronze medal game in Miami. Miami Herald sports reporter, Michelle Kaufman, joined FOX 35's Garret Wymer live over Zoom to break down what to expect as the world's best duke it out for the gold.
The USMNT may be out after the Round of 16, but World Cup fever is only heating up as we enter the final stretch of the tournament. The final four teams are locked in for a week of blockbuster matches, including the massive bronze medal game in Miami. Miami Herald sports reporter, Michelle Kaufman, joined FOX 35's Garret Wymer live over Zoom to break down what to expect as the world's best duke it out for the gold.
Osceola Sheriff Details Shooting of 2-Year-Old Boy
A two-year-old child from Georgia was shot and killed in an apartment complex in Osceola County Yesterday, according to officials. Oseola Sheriff Chris Blackmon held a news conference Monday morning, detailing the events that led to the tragedy. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer took the full news conference live.
A two-year-old child from Georgia was shot and killed in an apartment complex in Osceola County Yesterday, according to officials. Oseola Sheriff Chris Blackmon held a news conference Monday morning, detailing the events that led to the tragedy. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer took the full news conference live.
Operation Silver Spur: Sex offenders arrested in county-wide crackdown
Osceola County Sheriff Chris Blackmon was joined by Lt. Governor Jay Collins and officials with the U.S. Marshals Service to announce the arrests of sex offenders in a massive joint-operation. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer took the news conference live.
Osceola County Sheriff Chris Blackmon was joined by Lt. Governor Jay Collins and officials with the U.S. Marshals Service to announce the arrests of sex offenders in a massive joint-operation. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer took the news conference live.
HHN Update: Hellraiser house, scare zone props and more
A Hellraiser-themed house will be coming to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando this fall. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer talks to Matt Prevor, also known as HHNSpeculationMatt, about the Hellraiser's first real appearance in during the Halloween celebration, as well as updates on the scare zones and Nightmare Fuel series.
A Hellraiser-themed house will be coming to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando this fall. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer talks to Matt Prevor, also known as HHNSpeculationMatt, about the Hellraiser's first real appearance in during the Halloween celebration, as well as updates on the scare zones and Nightmare Fuel series.
Community Crossroads: Low-budget weekend events
Looking for the ultimate weekend plans in Orlando? From the highly anticipated Love Island finale watch parties and high-energy 2000s raves to cheap eats, local thrifting spots, and local conventions like Minicon or the Merry & Scary Mashup, UNATION's got you covered. Ashley Edward and Sarh Barkley joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom for this week's Community Crossroads.
Looking for the ultimate weekend plans in Orlando? From the highly anticipated Love Island finale watch parties and high-energy 2000s raves to cheap eats, local thrifting spots, and local conventions like Minicon or the Merry & Scary Mashup, UNATION's got you covered. Ashley Edward and Sarh Barkley joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom for this week's Community Crossroads.
2026 World Cup Quarterfinals Begins
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup heads into the quarterfinals, Team USA is on the sidelines after a 4-1 loss to Belgium. FOX 35’s Garrett Wymer caught up with UF Associate Professor Roxane Coche to look at what’s next for the tournament.
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup heads into the quarterfinals, Team USA is on the sidelines after a 4-1 loss to Belgium. FOX 35’s Garrett Wymer caught up with UF Associate Professor Roxane Coche to look at what’s next for the tournament.
Cyclosporiasis: How to prevent the produce parasite
Cyclosporiasis, an illness caused by a parasite that leads to explosive diarrhea, has cases in 31 states. Its cause, Cyclospora cayetanensis, is often found on raw, imported produce like leafy greens, cilantro, basil, and raspberries. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer speaks with Dr. George Rust of FSU College of Medicine about where this parasite comes from, what it does and what you can do to avoid getting it.
Cyclosporiasis, an illness caused by a parasite that leads to explosive diarrhea, has cases in 31 states. Its cause, Cyclospora cayetanensis, is often found on raw, imported produce like leafy greens, cilantro, basil, and raspberries. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer speaks with Dr. George Rust of FSU College of Medicine about where this parasite comes from, what it does and what you can do to avoid getting it.
Alleged Kirk shooter's hearing ends: Key takeaways
The five day long preliminary hearing for the alleged Charlie Kirk shooter Tyler Robinson, where a variety of witness testimony and evidence was presented to the court to determine whether prosecutors have enough evidence to move case toward trial or seek death penalty. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer talks to Judge Tarlika Nunez-Navarro, the Dean of St. Thomas College of Law, about the moves made by Judge Tony Graf Jr. made and the next steps for the prosecution and defense.
The five day long preliminary hearing for the alleged Charlie Kirk shooter Tyler Robinson, where a variety of witness testimony and evidence was presented to the court to determine whether prosecutors have enough evidence to move case toward trial or seek death penalty. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer talks to Judge Tarlika Nunez-Navarro, the Dean of St. Thomas College of Law, about the moves made by Judge Tony Graf Jr. made and the next steps for the prosecution and defense.
New invasive species threatens Florida agriculture
The invasive pasture mealybug, native to South Asia, has been devastating pasture grass and sugarcane crops in 15 Florida counties, as well as Texas. These mealybugs can take over an entire pasture in a a couple of weeks. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer talks to Isaac Esquivel, Assistant Professor of Entomology at the UF/IFAS North Florida Research and Education Center, about what signs to look for and what you can do if you spot these agricultural pests.
The invasive pasture mealybug, native to South Asia, has been devastating pasture grass and sugarcane crops in 15 Florida counties, as well as Texas. These mealybugs can take over an entire pasture in a a couple of weeks. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer talks to Isaac Esquivel, Assistant Professor of Entomology at the UF/IFAS North Florida Research and Education Center, about what signs to look for and what you can do if you spot these agricultural pests.
2 dead in Polk county officer-involved shooting
The Polk County Sheriff's Office held a press conference on an incident that Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd called a "classic suicide-by-cop." Derrick Byathrite allegedly mortally shot a his girlfriend the Spectrum parking lot where she worked, saying he'll kill her and then kill himself. Byathrite was then shot by five officers and two deputies after pointing a gun in their direction.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office held a press conference on an incident that Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd called a "classic suicide-by-cop." Derrick Byathrite allegedly mortally shot a his girlfriend the Spectrum parking lot where she worked, saying he'll kill her and then kill himself. Byathrite was then shot by five officers and two deputies after pointing a gun in their direction.
A new post-grad salary test for federal student loans
Starting this month, the U.S. Department of Education will start rolling out an "accountability test" that universities and colleges will have to pass as a part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. If an undergraduate program's graduates don't earn more than workers who never went to college, that program could be cut off from federal student loans. FOX 35's Orion Boone speaks with Jessica Wensel, Associate Director of Employer & Alumni Connections at Rollins College, about what this means for degree programs going forward.
Starting this month, the U.S. Department of Education will start rolling out an "accountability test" that universities and colleges will have to pass as a part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. If an undergraduate program's graduates don't earn more than workers who never went to college, that program could be cut off from federal student loans. FOX 35's Orion Boone speaks with Jessica Wensel, Associate Director of Employer & Alumni Connections at Rollins College, about what this means for degree programs going forward.
What the new TB Rays Stadium could look like inside
The Tampa Bay Rays unveiled new renderings of the inside of the proposed stadium Wednesday during the team's game against the New York Yankees. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer speaks with Alex Murphy, co-founder of the Rays the Roof podcast, about what the images show and what fans can expect.
The Tampa Bay Rays unveiled new renderings of the inside of the proposed stadium Wednesday during the team's game against the New York Yankees. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer speaks with Alex Murphy, co-founder of the Rays the Roof podcast, about what the images show and what fans can expect.
Trump airport name change: PBI Is Now DJT
The FAA has begun to transition Palm Beach International Airport to Donald J. Trump International Airport, changing the identifier from PBI to DJT. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer speaks to Dr. Michael J. McCormick, the Associate Professor & Program Coordinator of Air Traffic Management at Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University, about what the change means for the technical side of air travel.
The FAA has begun to transition Palm Beach International Airport to Donald J. Trump International Airport, changing the identifier from PBI to DJT. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer speaks to Dr. Michael J. McCormick, the Associate Professor & Program Coordinator of Air Traffic Management at Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University, about what the change means for the technical side of air travel.
New theme park ticket deals for Florida residents
Universal Orlando, LEGOLAND and Busch Gardens are among the many theme parks with deals for Florida residents this summer. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer speaks with Tharin White, Lead publisher at EYNTK.info, about all of the theme park experience Florida residents can enjoy for a fraction of the cost.
Universal Orlando, LEGOLAND and Busch Gardens are among the many theme parks with deals for Florida residents this summer. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer speaks with Tharin White, Lead publisher at EYNTK.info, about all of the theme park experience Florida residents can enjoy for a fraction of the cost.