Do the Magic or Heat pick Walter Clayton Jr. tomorrow?
The NBA Draft kicks off tomorrow, and multiple outlets are reporting the Orlando Magic and Miami Heat may fight over the rights to select former Florida Gators star and National Champion Walter Clayton Jr. Brandon Kravitz, Host of In The Zone on 96.9 The Game joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the battle for the Florida star, and who the Magic may pivot to if the Heat end up picking the star guard. The Miami Heat have the 20th overall selection in the NBA Draft, 5 picks ahead of the Magic at 25.
Playbook Tuesday: Special election day in Florida
This Playbook Tuesday, POLITICO Reporter and Florida Playbook Author Kimberly Leonard joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the Special Primary Elections in Florida for State Senate District 15 to replace Geraldine Thompson and a primary special election to replace Rep. Lavon Bracy Davis, who is running for that State Senate seat. Plus, the pair discuss Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear's visit with the Florida Democratic Party and how the party is looking for the so-called "secret sauce" as to how they could proceed in making political progress in a Republican-dominated state.
Florida Power & Light prepares for hurricane season
Tropical Storm Andrea is the first named storm to form in the Atlantic this hurricane season. Florida Power & Light prepares for the above-average hurricane season, and Jack Eble, FPL Spokesperson joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live to break down their preparation process, how they restore power as quickly as possible after storms roll through and the biggest threats after the storm people may not think about.
Iran attacks U.S. Military base in Qatar after Trump approves missile strike
FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith and Garrett Wymer break down the top news stories of the day, starting with everything we know about Iran attacking the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, a U.S. base in the Middle East. Qatar says all the missiles were intercepted, with no known injuries or casualties. This attack comes just days after the U.S. carried out a surprise attack on three of Iran’s nuclear sites, joining the Israeli war. Iran had vowed to retaliate against the U.S. after American B-2 bombers dropped 14 bunker-buster bombs on three Iranian nuclear sites. Iran has insisted for decades that its nuclear program is peaceful. However, its officials increasingly threaten to pursue a nuclear weapon. Iran has the ability to enrich the purity of uranium and stockpile it. Russia condemned the US strikes and claims Trump's order opened Pandora's Box and constitutes violations of the United Nations charter. Some federal lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have come out against the attack, citing the War Powers Act and arguing President Donald Trump overstepped his Constitutional authority by carrying out an attack without Congressional Approval. UCF Political Science Lecturer John Hanley joined FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith to break down the War Powers Act, the reaction from lawmakers on both sides of the issue and the history of Presidential administrations sidestepping the requirements of receiving Congressional approval for military attacks in the past.
Could Congress invoke War Powers Act against Trump?
FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith and Garrett Wymer break down the top news stories of the day, starting with everything we know about Iran attacking the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, a U.S. base in the Middle East. Qatar says all the missiles were intercepted, with no known injuries or casualties. This attack comes just days after the U.S. carried out a surprise attack on three of Iran’s nuclear sites, joining the Israeli war. Iran had vowed to retaliate against the U.S. after American B-2 bombers dropped 14 bunker-buster bombs on three Iranian nuclear sites. Iran has insisted for decades that its nuclear program is peaceful. However, its officials increasingly threaten to pursue a nuclear weapon. Iran has the ability to enrich the purity of uranium and stockpile it. Russia condemned the US strikes and claims Trump's order opened Pandora's Box and constitutes violations of the United Nations charter. Some federal lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have come out against the attack, citing the War Powers Act and arguing President Donald Trump overstepped his Constitutional authority by carrying out an attack without Congressional Approval. UCF Political Science Lecturer John Hanley joined FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith to break down the War Powers Act, the reaction from lawmakers on both sides of the issue and the history of Presidential administrations sidestepping the requirements of receiving Congressional approval for military attacks in the past.
Israel-Iran conflict's impact on your gas prices
Mark Jenkins, Spokesman for AAA - The Auto Club Group joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the tensions in the Middle East fueling uncertainty in oil markets after Iran threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz, a critical passageway for global oil shipments. Jenkins talks about factors to watch and what it means for American drivers. FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith and Garrett Wymer break down the top news stories of the day, starting with everything we know about Iran attacking the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, a U.S. base in the Middle East. Qatar says all the missiles were intercepted, with no known injuries or casualties. This attack comes just days after the U.S. carried out a surprise attack on three of Iran’s nuclear sites, joining the Israeli war. Iran had vowed to retaliate against the U.S. after American B-2 bombers dropped 14 bunker-buster bombs on three Iranian nuclear sites. Iran has insisted for decades that its nuclear program is peaceful. However, its officials increasingly threaten to pursue a nuclear weapon. Iran has the ability to enrich the purity of uranium and stockpile it. Russia condemned the US strikes and claims Trump's order opened Pandora's Box and constitutes violations of the United Nations charter. Some federal lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have come out against the attack, citing the War Powers Act and arguing President Donald Trump overstepped his Constitutional authority by carrying out an attack without Congressional Approval.
Top 4 news stories you need to know: June 19, 2025
FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith and Garrett Wymer break down the top news stories of the day from an Orlando high school tutor and teacher behind bars, accused of sexual misconduct with a student, the woman accused of hitting and killing a man days after serving as his dad's best man appearing in court for the first time, the SpaceX Starship exploding in a static fire test and Juneteenth celebrations honoring the holiday across Central Florida.
Scammers place fake phone numbers on legit websites
Scammers are hijacking legitimate websites to insert fake phone numbers to get your personal info. Matt Rose, CXO of Tech Rage IT joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down these attacks, how scammers make these changes to authentic websites, the red flags and what you can do to ensure you're keeping your personal data safe.
Future of the Trop & Gas Plant District if Rays sell
The future of the Tropicana Field site and Historic Gas Plant District are up in the air as the local governments of St. Petersburg and Pinellas County continue to respond to the Rays entering exclusive and advance negotiations on a potential sale to a group of business leaders who would likely keep the team in the Tampa Bay area but not at the Trop site in St. Pete. Anthony Close, Founder of St. Pete Rising joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the future of the Trop site after St. Pete and Pinellas County agreed to conduct a feasibility study for a potential convention center as part of the new redevelopment plan for the Historic Gas Plant District.
Juneteenth celebrations across Florida today
Juneteenth, observed annually on June 19, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. On Thursday, people all across the country ? including in Orlando and the Central Florida region ? will come together to celebrate the monumental day in American history. Russell Drake, Founder & CEO of Build Black Daily joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to talk about the importance and legacy of Juneteenth celebrations in Central Florida.
Rays may stay in Tampa Bay: Are the Dreamers dead?
The Tampa Bay Rays confirmed owner Stu Sternberg is in exclusive and serious talks to potentially sell the team to a group of investors led by Patrick Zapulski, a Jacksonville-based home builder. Zapulski's group reportedly offered $1.7 billion for the Rays and would plan to keep the team in Tampa Bay. JP Peterson, host of the JP Peterson show joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about the potential sale, what it would mean for the Rays to stay in the Tampa Bay region and if this sale kills the idea of the Orlando Dreamers bringing Major League Baseball down the I-4 corridor to Orlando.
Top 4 news stories you need to know: June 18, 2025
FOX 35's Garrett Wymer and Marlisa Goldsmith break down the top news stories of the day, from Kissimmee Police disciplining 12 officers following an investigation by the Orange County Sheriff's Office into a use-of-force case, Florida Congressman Maxwell Frost introducing the SUDEM Act to hold ICE detainment facilities accountable, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier being held in civil contempt of federal court over refusing to comply with a court stay on a new state immigration law and the Tampa Bay Rays confirming they are in talks to sell the team to a group spearheaded by a Jacksonville-based developer who reportedly plans to keep the team in Tampa.
Kissimmee PD disciplines 12 officers over misconduct
The Kissimmee Police Department is expected to present the findings of an independent investigation conducted by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. This investigation followed concerns the State Attorney’s Office raised in October 2024 regarding the conduct and/or truthfulness of several sworn officers. Tis comes after the former police chief and the deputy chief resigned following an investigation into a 2023 use-of-force case and allegations of systemic issues within the department. Former Kissimmee Police Chief Betty Holland and Former Deputy Chief Camille Alicia both resigned from their positions in October. On Oct. 21, then-State Attorney Andrew Bain's Office sent a letter to Kissimmee leadership requesting a formal investigation into allegations of untruthfulness and misconduct by some members of the police department. It also followed an Osceola County grand jury's findings and recommendations. Jamie Copenhaver, a former sheriff's detective and investigator joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the allegations against the Kissimmee Police Department and the next steps after the reveal of the investigations' findings with the public.
Fla. AG held in contempt over illegal immigration law
Jose Rivas, criminal defense attorney with Rivas Law joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the next steps for Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier after U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams held him in contempt of court over her ruling to pause a new state law making it a crime for people living in the U.S. illegally to enter the state. U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams ordered on April 29 that Uthmeier show cause on "why he should not be held in contempt or sanctioned" for violating a temporary restraining order (TRO) from the court, though Williams ultimately decided he was unable to convince her otherwise. "If being held in contempt is what it costs to defend the rule of law and stand firmly behind President Trump's agenda on illegal immigration, so be it," Uthmeier said Tuesday in a post on X.
Top 4 news stories you need to know: June 17, 2025
FOX 35's Garrett Wymer and John Brown break down the top news stories of the day, from the latest in the conflict between Israel and Iran to 2 production companies cited after a worker died just days before the 2024 EDC festival in Orlando according to OSHA, 44 suspects arrested in connection with a suspected retail theft ring according to Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and the Orlando Magic introducing their newest trade acquisition Desmond Bane.
Playbook Tuesday: Late-night budget vote ends session
POLITICO reporter Gary Fineout joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer via Zoom to break down the late night vote where lawmakers passed a $115 billion state budget, the future of proposed property tax reforms by Governor Ron DeSantis and the state legislature.
Orlando Dreamers president on MLB becoming reality
Dr. Rick Workman sat down with FOX 35's Randi Hildreth for an in-depth discussion on his background, growing up as a St. Louis Cardinals fan, where he found his love for baseball and his path to becoming the anchor investor and president of the Orlando Dreamers, the organization working to bring Major League Baseball to Orlando by relocating an existing team or through league expansion. Right now, the Dreamers' chief target appears to be the Tampa Bay Rays after the team and owner Stu Sternberg backed out of their $1.3 billion stadium deal with St. Petersburg and Pinellas County. Dr. Workman speaks on the next steps with the Orange County Commission and City of Orlando to pursue a public-private partnership and the more than $2 billion the Dreamers say they have ready to purchase an MLB franchise and begin work on building a new stadium in the I-Drive area.
Amy Kaufdelt, John Brown talk Pulse nightclub tour | FULL
On Monday, FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt and John Brown and other reporters were able to go inside Pulse nightclub. It was the site where 49 people were killed and 53 others hurt in a mass shooting in June 2016. Amy and John sat down with Garrett Wymer to talk about reporting on the event, but also what it looked like inside the club. Family members of the victims were able to tour the venue days earlier.
Orlando Magic trade for Desmond Bane
The Orlando Magic traded for guard and forward Desmond Bane from the Memphis Grizzlies. The Magic gave up guards Cole Anthony, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and a slew of future first-round picks. Independent Reporter Sean Green joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the trade and whether it could be considered an overpay for the Magic, who try to make it out of the first playoff round for the first time since the 2009-2010 season.
'No Kings Day' Protests start across Orlando
Democratic State Representative Anna Eskamani and Republican Congressman Randy Fine join FOX 35's Garrett Wymer, Chris Lindsay and Anna Eskamani live to break down their reactions to the protests and the vibes across Florida on this joint Flag Day & 'No Kings Day of Defiance.' "No Kings Day" protests are being held nationwide this weekend to protest President Donald Trump’s policies. Demonstrators are expected to rally in almost 2,000 cities on Saturday, and it will coincide with Trump’s military parade, commemorating the Army’s 250th anniversary, which also happens to be the president’s birthday and Flag Day. The No Kings Day of Defiance has been organized to reject authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics, and the militarization of the country’s democracy, according to a statement by organizers. The No Kings Day of Defiance is expected to be the largest single-day mobilization since Trump returned to office, organizers said. Organizers said they are preparing for millions of people to take to the streets across all 50 states and commonwealths. Locally, law enforcement is issuing strong warnings to keep protests peaceful, emphasizing zero tolerance for violence. Florida officials have mobilized resources, including local police, state agencies, and the National Guard as a precaution. The tension reflects heightened political divisions nationwide, with protests symbolizing broader struggles over immigration policy and civil rights.