Pulse Night Club: 10 years later
Demolition has begun for the Pulse Nightclub, ten years after one of the deadliest mass shootings in U.S. history. A memorial is set to be built on the site, honoring the victims who lost their lives. FOX 35 Reporter, Amanda McKenzie, was live on the scene of the demolition. She spoke with Garrett Wymer on the latest developments.
Demolition has begun for the Pulse Nightclub, ten years after one of the deadliest mass shootings in U.S. history. A memorial is set to be built on the site, honoring the victims who lost their lives. FOX 35 Reporter, Amanda McKenzie, was live on the scene of the demolition. She spoke with Garrett Wymer on the latest developments.
Playbook Tuesday: What's new in Florida politics?
The legislature in Tallahassee ended the regular session earlier this month, however, Senators will be back in the Florida capitol to discuss the budget. Meanwhile, across the country, many are likening the Californian governor, Gavin Newsom, to Florida's own Ron DeSantis. Kimberly Leonard, POLITICO reporter and author of the Florida Playbook newsletter, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom for this week's Playbook Tuesday.
The legislature in Tallahassee ended the regular session earlier this month, however, Senators will be back in the Florida capitol to discuss the budget. Meanwhile, across the country, many are likening the Californian governor, Gavin Newsom, to Florida's own Ron DeSantis. Kimberly Leonard, POLITICO reporter and author of the Florida Playbook newsletter, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom for this week's Playbook Tuesday.
Sheriff Grady Judd calls out Trump mass deportations
Liv Caputo, Immigration Reporter with the Florida Phoenix joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down her reporting on the Florida State Immigration Enforcement Board led by top law enforcement officials across Florida sharing their concerns with the Trump and DeSantis administrations' mass deportation policies and how they are working in Florida. Plus, discussion on Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters calling out those sheriffs and sharing his support for mass deportations and speaking out against the proposed letter addressed to President Trump, Senate Leader John Thune and House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Liv Caputo, Immigration Reporter with the Florida Phoenix joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down her reporting on the Florida State Immigration Enforcement Board led by top law enforcement officials across Florida sharing their concerns with the Trump and DeSantis administrations' mass deportation policies and how they are working in Florida. Plus, discussion on Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters calling out those sheriffs and sharing his support for mass deportations and speaking out against the proposed letter addressed to President Trump, Senate Leader John Thune and House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Florida Attorney General announces child predator bust
State Attorney General James Uthmeier held a press conference in Orlando Tuesday morning, where he and other law enforcement officials announced the arrest of another child predator. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer took the full conference live.
State Attorney General James Uthmeier held a press conference in Orlando Tuesday morning, where he and other law enforcement officials announced the arrest of another child predator. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer took the full conference live.
University of Florida Gators open NCAA tournament in Tampa
For the first time in the school's history, the UF men's basketball team has earned the number 1 seed for two years in a row. With the Southeastern Conference champions ready to try their hand at another championship, Kevin Brockway, a reporter with Gainesville Sun Sports, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom about what Gator fans can expect their team to face.
For the first time in the school's history, the UF men's basketball team has earned the number 1 seed for two years in a row. With the Southeastern Conference champions ready to try their hand at another championship, Kevin Brockway, a reporter with Gainesville Sun Sports, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom about what Gator fans can expect their team to face.
Severe thunderstorms, tornado watches across Florida
A tornado watch is in effect for Flagler, Marion and Sumter Counties. Locals are advised to take shelter indoors. FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Laurel Blanchard joined Garrett Wymer live to go over what to expect on this FOX 35 Storm Team Alert.
A tornado watch is in effect for Flagler, Marion and Sumter Counties. Locals are advised to take shelter indoors. FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Laurel Blanchard joined Garrett Wymer live to go over what to expect on this FOX 35 Storm Team Alert.
How Orange County halved drug deaths in 5 years
Dr. Thomas Hall with the Orange County drug-free Coalition joins FOX 35's Johnny Jackson via Zoom to discuss his work in halving drug-related deaths in Orange County through combined efforts with law enforcement, first responders and drug advocate and rehabilitation programs.
Dr. Thomas Hall with the Orange County drug-free Coalition joins FOX 35's Johnny Jackson via Zoom to discuss his work in halving drug-related deaths in Orange County through combined efforts with law enforcement, first responders and drug advocate and rehabilitation programs.
Community Crossroads: Best things to do in Orlando this weekend
Forget the three-hour lines and the $14 turkey legs, UNATION is diving into the Orlando that locals actually keep for themselves. From the St. Paw-Trick's Day paw-ty at Barkhaven to Sip and Thrift Pop-Up in Orlando, there's no shortage of fun things to do in Central Florida. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer spoke with Ashley Edwards and Sarah Barkley from UNATION for this week's Community Crossroads.
Forget the three-hour lines and the $14 turkey legs, UNATION is diving into the Orlando that locals actually keep for themselves. From the St. Paw-Trick's Day paw-ty at Barkhaven to Sip and Thrift Pop-Up in Orlando, there's no shortage of fun things to do in Central Florida. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer spoke with Ashley Edwards and Sarah Barkley from UNATION for this week's Community Crossroads.
ODU shooter was convicted of ISIS support, officials say
36-year-old Mohamed Jalloh, the suspect officials say is responsible for the deadly Old Dominion University shooting, had previously been convicted of attempting to help the terrorist group Islamic State. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer spoke with UCF Terrorism Studies Program Director, Dr. Ted Reynolds, about what factors drive lone-wolf terrorism.
36-year-old Mohamed Jalloh, the suspect officials say is responsible for the deadly Old Dominion University shooting, had previously been convicted of attempting to help the terrorist group Islamic State. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer spoke with UCF Terrorism Studies Program Director, Dr. Ted Reynolds, about what factors drive lone-wolf terrorism.
Could a deal come between Trump, Cuban president?
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel addressed ongoing conversations with the Trump administration this morning, marking the first time Cuba confirmed speculation of talks between them and the U.S. Nora Gamez-Torres, Cuba and Latin American Policy Reporter with the Miami Herald joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the context of these ongoing discussions, Cuba trying to avoid military action while dealing with ongoing blackouts due to the U.S. pressuring nations supplying oil and fuel to Cuba.
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel addressed ongoing conversations with the Trump administration this morning, marking the first time Cuba confirmed speculation of talks between them and the U.S. Nora Gamez-Torres, Cuba and Latin American Policy Reporter with the Miami Herald joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the context of these ongoing discussions, Cuba trying to avoid military action while dealing with ongoing blackouts due to the U.S. pressuring nations supplying oil and fuel to Cuba.
Is Dwight Howard's legacy a message to today's Magic?
Orlando Magic and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Dwight Howard officially announced his retirement from basketball. Independent reporter Sean Green joins FOX 35's Johnny Jackson via Zoom to discuss Dwight Howard's legacy in Orlando with the Magic, how time healed the bitterness of his exit and how the current roster should weigh Howard and other Magic legends' legacies in their career.
Orlando Magic and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Dwight Howard officially announced his retirement from basketball. Independent reporter Sean Green joins FOX 35's Johnny Jackson via Zoom to discuss Dwight Howard's legacy in Orlando with the Magic, how time healed the bitterness of his exit and how the current roster should weigh Howard and other Magic legends' legacies in their career.
Is Epic Universe the greatest theme park in the world?
Tharin White, Lead Publisher at EYNTK.info joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the TIME Magazine naming Universal's Epic Universe one of the World's Greatest Places, the only U.S. theme park on the list, Stardust Racers' reopening for annual maintenance being delayed again and Bar 17 Bistro at Universal Aventura Hotel getting a revamped menu.
Tharin White, Lead Publisher at EYNTK.info joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the TIME Magazine naming Universal's Epic Universe one of the World's Greatest Places, the only U.S. theme park on the list, Stardust Racers' reopening for annual maintenance being delayed again and Bar 17 Bistro at Universal Aventura Hotel getting a revamped menu.
Is this the year for a Players Championship UPSET?
Timothy Walters, Sports Editor for the Florida Times-Union and FLORIDA TODAY joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom from The Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass for an update on the back injuries and wild wind and rain conditions leading to a slew of circumstances where an underdog winner is very much on the table.
Timothy Walters, Sports Editor for the Florida Times-Union and FLORIDA TODAY joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom from The Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass for an update on the back injuries and wild wind and rain conditions leading to a slew of circumstances where an underdog winner is very much on the table.
Michigan synagogue shooting updates: Everything we know
A Jewish Synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan was targeted by an active assailant on Thursday. The suspect is dead after being shot by a security guard, according to law enforcement. The Temple Israel building had smoke billowing out of the roof after a fire broke out from the car driven by the suspect. Dave Benson, a security expert joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down everything we know about the Temple Israel shooting, the suspect's history and how places of worship can improve their security to protect against potential attacks.
A Jewish Synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan was targeted by an active assailant on Thursday. The suspect is dead after being shot by a security guard, according to law enforcement. The Temple Israel building had smoke billowing out of the roof after a fire broke out from the car driven by the suspect. Dave Benson, a security expert joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down everything we know about the Temple Israel shooting, the suspect's history and how places of worship can improve their security to protect against potential attacks.
Cyberattack against Stryker linked to pro-Iranian group
Stryker, a major U.S. medical device company, has experienced a massive network disruption as a result of a cyberattack linked to a pro-Iranian group. This comes after the United States and Israel continue to mount strikes against the Middle East. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer spoke with Matt Rose, CXO of Tech Rage, IT, on the potential motives.
Stryker, a major U.S. medical device company, has experienced a massive network disruption as a result of a cyberattack linked to a pro-Iranian group. This comes after the United States and Israel continue to mount strikes against the Middle East. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer spoke with Matt Rose, CXO of Tech Rage, IT, on the potential motives.
Oscar Pareja parts ways with Orlando City SC
Head Coach for Orlando City, Oscar Pareja, has formally parted ways with the club after a six-season tenure. This comes amid an official notice of retirement from the club's co-founder, Kay Rawlins. FOX 35's Jonah Karp sat with Garrett Wymer live to talk more on what comes next for Orlando City.
Head Coach for Orlando City, Oscar Pareja, has formally parted ways with the club after a six-season tenure. This comes amid an official notice of retirement from the club's co-founder, Kay Rawlins. FOX 35's Jonah Karp sat with Garrett Wymer live to talk more on what comes next for Orlando City.
Bam Adebayo scores 83 points: 2nd highest in NBA history
Tuesday night was a historic night for Miami Heat's Bam Adebayo after scoring 83 points against the Washington Wizards. This marks the second-highest scoring performance by any player in NBA history, edged out only by Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game. Brady Hawk, lead Miami Heat Writer for 5 Reasons Sports, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer on what comes next.
Tuesday night was a historic night for Miami Heat's Bam Adebayo after scoring 83 points against the Washington Wizards. This marks the second-highest scoring performance by any player in NBA history, edged out only by Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game. Brady Hawk, lead Miami Heat Writer for 5 Reasons Sports, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer on what comes next.
Sen. Rick Scott: Cuba is next after Iran war
Florida Senator Rick Scott joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer via Zoom to discuss the Iran War and his support for President Trump's decisive action in ordering strikes on Iran, the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and says the current Communist Cuban regime is next on the list. Plus, his condolences for the family of Cody Khork, a Florida soldier who died when a drone struck a command center in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait, as one of 6 U.S. service members killed since the beginning of the war with Iran.
Florida Senator Rick Scott joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer via Zoom to discuss the Iran War and his support for President Trump's decisive action in ordering strikes on Iran, the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and says the current Communist Cuban regime is next on the list. Plus, his condolences for the family of Cody Khork, a Florida soldier who died when a drone struck a command center in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait, as one of 6 U.S. service members killed since the beginning of the war with Iran.
How the Iran War could impact your wallet
Dr. Sean Snaith, an economist with the University of Central Florida joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the UCF's Institute for Economic Forecasting's projections for the next four years, with rising energy prices and global instability expected to test the resilience of a global and domestic economy still recovering from high periods of inflation.
Dr. Sean Snaith, an economist with the University of Central Florida joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the UCF's Institute for Economic Forecasting's projections for the next four years, with rising energy prices and global instability expected to test the resilience of a global and domestic economy still recovering from high periods of inflation.
Rep. Anna Eskamani's farewell to Florida Legislature
State Representative Anna V. Eskamani, a Democrat representing Orlando in the Florida House of Representatives delivers her farewell speech on the House floor, thanking her family, mentors, colleagues and friends during her time in the legislature as she is term-limited from the State Legislature. Eskamani has filed paperwork to succeed Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer after his final term in the 2027 election cycle.
State Representative Anna V. Eskamani, a Democrat representing Orlando in the Florida House of Representatives delivers her farewell speech on the House floor, thanking her family, mentors, colleagues and friends during her time in the legislature as she is term-limited from the State Legislature. Eskamani has filed paperwork to succeed Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer after his final term in the 2027 election cycle.