Sheriff Eric Flowers honors deputy killed in Vero Beach
A funeral service was held Tuesday morning for Sergeant Terri Sweeting-Mashkow, a 25-year veteran of the Indian River County Sheriff's Office who tragically lost her life in the line of duty. Sheriff Eric Flowers gave a eulogy the service, honoring her life and her career.
SpaceX to build starship launchpads in Cape Canaveral
SpaceX has recently gotten approval to build starship launchpads in Cape Canaveral. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer spoke with Dr. Don Platt from the Florida Institute of Technology live via Zoom to go over what this development means for the state's space industry.
Bluey and Bingo coming to Disney's Animal Kingdom
Bluey and Bingo are coming to Disney's Animal Kingdom. Fans will be able to take a train ride to the Conservation Station in summer 2026 to meet the characters before they also appear in other Disney properties, including the Disney Cruise Line. Tharin White, theme park expert and lead publisher at EYNTK.INFO, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to go over what parents and kids can expect.
Playbook Tuesday: Movement in 2026 governor's race
Tallahassee is set to be the stage for a number of interim committee meetings discussing issues such as property taxes and redistricting. Politico reporter Gary Fineout spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss what's next for Florida politics.
UK police arrest man for posing with gun on LinkedIn
Jon Richelieu-Booth, a British IT consultant was arrested by police in England after posting photos holding guns during a holiday in Florida. Richelieu-Booth joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss his case, from the initial complaints made against him to the original charges of possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear and violence to multiple visits from police, multiple arrests and the outpouring of support across the internet, including a shoutout from Elon Musk.
Gators new head coach Jon Sumrall takes questions
After two seasons of serving as head coach for Tulane University, Jon Sumrall has been named by University of Florida as the 31st head coach in the program's history. With potentially a new era inbound for the Gators, Sumrall took questions live Monday afternoon after a press conference.
Deland PD gives update after homeowner shoots invader
An intruder was shot Monday morning after, deputies say, he tried to break into a Deland home. The homeowner reportedly opened fire after encountering the suspect at the door. The Deland Police Department held a press conference Monday morning as they continue to work on confirming the details.
Florida death row inmate back in court for evidentiary hearing
FOX35 gives you a glimpse of what entails to the Florida man who has been on death row for nearly 50 years. The evidentiary hearing will consider DNA results from a 1975 crime scene. FOX35 News+ Anchor Garrett Wymer speaks to FOX35 Reporter Matt Trezza and discusses the latest involving this case.
Over 80 traffic stops conducted in Mount Dora illegal handicap placard bust
30 illegally used disabled parking placards were seized during a two-day enforcement operation – and ahead of the busy holiday shopping season. These placards are designed to protect accessible parking spaces for those who need them. Over 80 traffic stops were conducted. FOX35 News+ Anchor Garrett Wymer spoke with Mt. Dora Officers Ariel D'Angelillo and Keith Vidler on this crackdown.
Florida Gators hire new head coach, Thanksgiving weekend standouts | MMQB
The University of Florida has named Jon Sumrall as their newest head coach in the program's history. Timothy Walters, Sports Editor with the Florida Times-Union and FLORIDA TODAY joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the Florida football Thanksgiving weekend that was on Monday Morning Quarterbacking.
Community Crossroads: Best of this Orlando weekend
On this Community Crossroads, Ashley Edwards and Sarah Barkley from UNATION join FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the best ways to spend your Thanksgiving weekend in the Orlando area, from Dazzling Nights at the Leu Gardens, FusionFest at Doctor Phillips and the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays.
DOJ investigates SeaWorld over potential ADA violations
The U.S. Department of Justice announced Tuesday that it is opening an investigation to figure out whether SeaWorld Orlando's recent policy change to ban rollator walkers with seats violated the Americans with Disabilities Act. FOX 35's Hannah MacKenzie joins Garrett Wymer live via Zoom for the latest information on the investigation, her conversations with doctors and disability advocates and where this investigation could go moving forward.
FSU & Driveline launch game-changing pitching lab
Alex Britton, Lead Engineer with Driveline Baseball joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom coming off building a new high-tech pitching development launch pad at Florida State University. The Seminoles say they're excited for the new technology to improve their pitchers and elevate their recruiting pitch to incoming arms who want to become the best pitchers they can and go to a team who cares about every factor of pitching development.
The best ways to spend the holidays at the theme parks
Tharin White, Lead Publisher of EYNTK.info joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the best ways to spend Thanksgiving and Christmas at Florida's theme parks, from ice skating at SeaWorld to the Grinch and Grinchmas taking over Universal Orlando Resort.
Lane Kiffin sweepstakes coming to an end this weekend
Ole Miss Rebels head football coach, Lane Kiffin, is expected to make an announcement on Saturday, one day after the Egg Bowl against Mississippi State. 247 Sports Florida Gators reporter, Graham Hall, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest on his potential coaching future
Why no Atlantic hurricanes hit Florida this year
FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Brooks Garner joins Garrett Wymer to wrap up the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Hurricane season officially ends on November 30. To date, there have been five hurricanes and eight tropical storms, one of which made landfall along the East Coast of the United States. As it stands, 2025 is the first years since 2015 without a hurricane landfall to Florida, and just the second year ever with 3 or more Category 5 hurricanes in the same season
Playbook Tuesday: Venezuela and US tensions rise
Florida leaders are pushing back against recent proposals by the White House amid escalating tensions between the nation and Venezuela. Politico Reporter and author of the Florida Playbook, Kimberly Leonard, joins FOX35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the latest.
New details from Anna Kepner's death certificate
Anna Kepner's father was subpoenaed in the family court custody case this morning. In addition, a copy of Anna Kepner's death certificate obtained by FOX News reveals Anna's body was cremated after her death on board the Carnival Horizon cruise ship. The publicly available document does not include her cause or manner of death. The Miami-Dade Medical Examiner's Office and FBI refused to comment, citing the ongoing investigation into Anna Kepner's death. The FBI previously listed Anna's teen stepbrother as a suspect in a potential murder case surrounding Anna Kepner's death.
Lionel Messi hits 1300 goal contributions
Inter Miami is set to play against New York City FC on Saturday for a chance at a first ever playoff trophy. This comes after Argentine soccer legend, Lionel Messi, scored one goal and three assists, bringing his career goal contributions to 1300, the first in the sport's history. Michelle Kaufman with the Miami Herald joins Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the recent milestone.
Could Robin testify against Sheriff Marcos Lopez?
Robin Severance Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, pled guilty to a reduced charge of money laundering and will avoid jail time under a new agreement that calls for 24 months of probation. She will also receive probation for providing false or misleading information on a bail application — the allegation that led to her being taken back into custody after she was first released on bond. The case is part of a broader investigation into an alleged illegal gambling operation. According to documents filed last week, Krishna Deokaran, another person charged in the alleged illegal gambling operation, was expected to testify that he handed Severance Lopez an envelope of cash in 2022 — a claim that could have further weakened her defense. Several co-defendants in the racketeering case have already pleaded guilty. Court records indicate the judge will withhold adjudication as part of Severance-Lopez’s agreement — a key sticking point in previous negotiations, as she sought to avoid being formally adjudicated guilty and labeled a convicted felon.