Susan Lorincz looks to countersue AJ Owens' children
Susan Lorincz, the Marion County woman at the center of the Perfect Neighbor Netflix documentary, convicted of shooting and killing her neighbor, Ajike Owens in Ocala in 2023 is currently serving a 25-year-prison sentence. AJ Owens' family filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Lorincz earlier this year. In response, Lorincz penned a handwritten letter saying she plans to countersue Owens' mother and children for "slander, libel and defamation of character," arguing Owens and her children were told by the Marion County Sheriff's Office to stay off her property. FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte joins Garrett Wymer live to break down these letters and the latest on the case of Susan Lorincz.
Susan Lorincz, the Marion County woman at the center of the Perfect Neighbor Netflix documentary, convicted of shooting and killing her neighbor, Ajike Owens in Ocala in 2023 is currently serving a 25-year-prison sentence. AJ Owens' family filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Lorincz earlier this year. In response, Lorincz penned a handwritten letter saying she plans to countersue Owens' mother and children for "slander, libel and defamation of character," arguing Owens and her children were told by the Marion County Sheriff's Office to stay off her property. FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte joins Garrett Wymer live to break down these letters and the latest on the case of Susan Lorincz.
Titusville police officers hospitalized after crash
FOX 35's Esther Bower joins Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the latest updates on the conditions of two Titusville police officers transported to hospitals after being injured in a crash while responding to an armed gun call. Parts of South Hopkins Avenue between Birch Street and Pritchard Street are closed due to that crash and response. One officer is being flown to a trauma center, while the other officer is being transported to a local hospital.
FOX 35's Esther Bower joins Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the latest updates on the conditions of two Titusville police officers transported to hospitals after being injured in a crash while responding to an armed gun call. Parts of South Hopkins Avenue between Birch Street and Pritchard Street are closed due to that crash and response. One officer is being flown to a trauma center, while the other officer is being transported to a local hospital.
Could the Senate end the filibuster to end shutdown?
The federal government shutdown enters Day 31 on All Hallow's Eve. Dr. Aubrey Jewett, a political analyst and UCF Associate Professor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the political implications behind the continued government shutdown, which forces could bring it to and end and if the Republican majority in the US Senate could follow President Trump's direction to eliminate the filibuster to reopen the government.
The federal government shutdown enters Day 31 on All Hallow's Eve. Dr. Aubrey Jewett, a political analyst and UCF Associate Professor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the political implications behind the continued government shutdown, which forces could bring it to and end and if the Republican majority in the US Senate could follow President Trump's direction to eliminate the filibuster to reopen the government.
Orange Co. Mayor to enter 2026 Fla. Governor's race
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings is expected to enter the Florida Governor's race for 2026 and challenge David Jolly for the Democratic nomination. Dr. Larry Walker, a political analyst and UCF Associate Professor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down his chances in a ruby-red Florida and what we could expect from a Jerry Demings gubernatorial campaign.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings is expected to enter the Florida Governor's race for 2026 and challenge David Jolly for the Democratic nomination. Dr. Larry Walker, a political analyst and UCF Associate Professor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down his chances in a ruby-red Florida and what we could expect from a Jerry Demings gubernatorial campaign.
Cold front coming in for Halloweekend
FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Laurel Blanchard joins Garrett Wymer for a look at the cold front brining in the coldest Central Florida Halloween weekend in decades.
FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Laurel Blanchard joins Garrett Wymer for a look at the cold front brining in the coldest Central Florida Halloween weekend in decades.
Eustis Bridge Collapse likely to get worse: fire chief
FOX 35's Marie Edinger joins Garrett Wymer live from the Spring Ridge Estates in Eustis, where a partial bridge collapse forced a neighborhood to evacuate their homes. Fire Chief Michael Swanson says this situation could get worse, as it's probably a matter of time before the rest of the bridge collapses.
FOX 35's Marie Edinger joins Garrett Wymer live from the Spring Ridge Estates in Eustis, where a partial bridge collapse forced a neighborhood to evacuate their homes. Fire Chief Michael Swanson says this situation could get worse, as it's probably a matter of time before the rest of the bridge collapses.
Travis Hunter OUT in Jax | Dolphins drop GM Chris Grier
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 latest with the Jacksonville Jaguars placing wide receiver and cornerback Travis Hunter on injured reserve, keeping him out for at least four weeks and how they may move at the trade deadline next week. The Miami Dolphins' trade deadline just got a LOT more interesting, with the Fins parting ways with general manager Chris Grier, who's led the front office since 2016. The Dolphins' disappointing season cost the GM his job, but initial reports say head coach Mike McDaniel will stick around until at least the end of the season.
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 latest with the Jacksonville Jaguars placing wide receiver and cornerback Travis Hunter on injured reserve, keeping him out for at least four weeks and how they may move at the trade deadline next week. The Miami Dolphins' trade deadline just got a LOT more interesting, with the Fins parting ways with general manager Chris Grier, who's led the front office since 2016. The Dolphins' disappointing season cost the GM his job, but initial reports say head coach Mike McDaniel will stick around until at least the end of the season.
First look at Zootopia, Holiday decor at Disney World
Drew Smith, Drew the Disney Dude joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest news out of Walt Disney World, from a first look at the Zootopia: Better Zoogether! show opening at Animal Kingdom, to a pumpkin enrichment for the animals inside. Plus, updates on the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad ride testing at Magic Kingdom and a new schedule for holiday decorations going up over the weekend.
Drew Smith, Drew the Disney Dude joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest news out of Walt Disney World, from a first look at the Zootopia: Better Zoogether! show opening at Animal Kingdom, to a pumpkin enrichment for the animals inside. Plus, updates on the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad ride testing at Magic Kingdom and a new schedule for holiday decorations going up over the weekend.
Exciting Halloweekend events in Orlando
Ashley Edwards, Content Execution Manager with UNATION, Inc. joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom for this week's Community Crossroads, highlighting a trio of special Halloweekend Halloween events in Downtown Orlando, plus a local business spotlight of Hall's on 5th food hall in Apopka.
Ashley Edwards, Content Execution Manager with UNATION, Inc. joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom for this week's Community Crossroads, highlighting a trio of special Halloweekend Halloween events in Downtown Orlando, plus a local business spotlight of Hall's on 5th food hall in Apopka.
Could Florida Dems open primaries to independent voters?
Florida Democrats are having internal discussions about trying to open its primaries to No Party Affiliated voters, POLITICO reported on Thursday. (Open primaries are currently not allowed under state law.) POLITICO's Gary Fineout joined Florida Live to discuss his reporting, how a move might come about, and what it would mean for elections.
Florida Democrats are having internal discussions about trying to open its primaries to No Party Affiliated voters, POLITICO reported on Thursday. (Open primaries are currently not allowed under state law.) POLITICO's Gary Fineout joined Florida Live to discuss his reporting, how a move might come about, and what it would mean for elections.
Unbeatens face off in Orlando's 'Battle for the Barrel'
Chris Hays of the Orlando Sentinel joined FOX 35 News+ to preview Thursday night's Battle for the Barrel rivalry matchup between 9-0 Edgewater and 9-0 Boone, two of the top-ranked teams in the state.
Chris Hays of the Orlando Sentinel joined FOX 35 News+ to preview Thursday night's Battle for the Barrel rivalry matchup between 9-0 Edgewater and 9-0 Boone, two of the top-ranked teams in the state.
Following Hurricane Melissa's aftermath
Fox35 News+ anchor Garrett Wymer spoke with Fox35 Storm Team Meteorologist Laurel Blanchard on the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa as it churns on into the Caribbean, just after impacting Jamaica.
Fox35 News+ anchor Garrett Wymer spoke with Fox35 Storm Team Meteorologist Laurel Blanchard on the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa as it churns on into the Caribbean, just after impacting Jamaica.
Richard Ferguson found guilty on four counts of manslaughter
Fox35 News+ anchor Garrett Wymer broke news following a Osceola County case of a teenager, who drove without a license, ran a stop sign in Poinciana in 2023, killing a grandmother and her three grandchildren, according to authorities. His father, Richard Ferguson, was later charged for allowing him to drive.
Fox35 News+ anchor Garrett Wymer broke news following a Osceola County case of a teenager, who drove without a license, ran a stop sign in Poinciana in 2023, killing a grandmother and her three grandchildren, according to authorities. His father, Richard Ferguson, was later charged for allowing him to drive.
Cat 5 Hurricane Melissa makes landfall in Jamaica
Hurricane Melissa made landfall over New Hope, Jamaica on Tuesday afternoon as a powerful and destructive Category 5 storm. Melissa made landfall around 1 p.m. near New Hope, Jamaica with sustained winds of 185 MPH, the National Hurricane Center said. FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist TJ Springer joins Garrett Wymer to discuss the path, projections and devastation Hurricane Melissa is likely to leave on Jamaica and the rest of the Caribbean.
Hurricane Melissa made landfall over New Hope, Jamaica on Tuesday afternoon as a powerful and destructive Category 5 storm. Melissa made landfall around 1 p.m. near New Hope, Jamaica with sustained winds of 185 MPH, the National Hurricane Center said. FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist TJ Springer joins Garrett Wymer to discuss the path, projections and devastation Hurricane Melissa is likely to leave on Jamaica and the rest of the Caribbean.
Julio Foolio murder trial continues in Tampa
Florida vs. Alicia Andrews, the first of four murder trials in the shooting death of rising Florida rapper Julio Foolio enters its fifth day in the Tampa area. AV Pires, Legal Analyst with AV to the 7th Power on YouTube joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the latest on the case, from the murder charges against Alicia Andrews, her defense's strategy in court dealing with more than 30 witnesses from the prosecution whose argument hinges around an alleged gang beef and where the trial stands as the prosecution rests and the defense prepares to put on their case.
Florida vs. Alicia Andrews, the first of four murder trials in the shooting death of rising Florida rapper Julio Foolio enters its fifth day in the Tampa area. AV Pires, Legal Analyst with AV to the 7th Power on YouTube joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the latest on the case, from the murder charges against Alicia Andrews, her defense's strategy in court dealing with more than 30 witnesses from the prosecution whose argument hinges around an alleged gang beef and where the trial stands as the prosecution rests and the defense prepares to put on their case.
Obamacare dominates Florida politics | Playbook Tuesday
On this Playbook Tuesday with POLITICO Florida, Kimberly Leonard, POLITICO reporter and Florida Playbook author joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the pulse of Florida politics, from key local elections upcoming, the growing consequences of the government shutdown on SNAP, Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, as well as President Donald Trump's endorsements for statewide positions in Florida.
On this Playbook Tuesday with POLITICO Florida, Kimberly Leonard, POLITICO reporter and Florida Playbook author joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the pulse of Florida politics, from key local elections upcoming, the growing consequences of the government shutdown on SNAP, Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, as well as President Donald Trump's endorsements for statewide positions in Florida.
Poll: Donalds, Casey DeSantis lead Fla. Gov. race
UCF Political Science Lecturer John Hanley joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down a new poll from UNF showing the state of the race for Florida's next Governor in 2026. According to the poll, Republicans lead by double digits, regardless of if Congressman Byron Donalds or Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis makes it out of the primary, and whether they face former Congressman David Jolly or Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings. The poll also took a look at the top issues facing Floridians, which came out to a focus on housing, property insurance, property tax and the economy.
UCF Political Science Lecturer John Hanley joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down a new poll from UNF showing the state of the race for Florida's next Governor in 2026. According to the poll, Republicans lead by double digits, regardless of if Congressman Byron Donalds or Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis makes it out of the primary, and whether they face former Congressman David Jolly or Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings. The poll also took a look at the top issues facing Floridians, which came out to a focus on housing, property insurance, property tax and the economy.
Fuel Girls shine at Universal HHN's Nightmare Fuel
Nightmare Fuel: Circus of Decay is the newest edition of the high-octane, high-flying, fire-burning live performance show at Universal Orlando Resort's Halloween Horror Nights. Time is running out to see the full performance, but FOX 35 got to speak with Charles Gray, Senior Show Director with Universal Orlando Resort and some of the Fuel Girls, a team of flame-wielding dancers from London who continue to up the ante and the amount of flames they bring to Nightmare Fuel.
Nightmare Fuel: Circus of Decay is the newest edition of the high-octane, high-flying, fire-burning live performance show at Universal Orlando Resort's Halloween Horror Nights. Time is running out to see the full performance, but FOX 35 got to speak with Charles Gray, Senior Show Director with Universal Orlando Resort and some of the Fuel Girls, a team of flame-wielding dancers from London who continue to up the ante and the amount of flames they bring to Nightmare Fuel.
Dangerous flooding across Lake County
FOX 35's TJ Springer joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest developments on dangerous flooding across Lake County, with Mount Dora being a specific spot where the flooding is worse for some families than when Hurricane Milton tore through Florida.
FOX 35's TJ Springer joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest developments on dangerous flooding across Lake County, with Mount Dora being a specific spot where the flooding is worse for some families than when Hurricane Milton tore through Florida.
USF blows CFP chances, signs of life for Tua & the Fins
On this week's Monday Morning Quarterbacking, Florida Times-Union & FLORIDA TODAY Sports Editor Timothy Walters joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the Florida Football weekend that was, from Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa showing some life in a big win against the Atlanta Falcons and a look at the most dominant football performances from the Florida high school and collegiate ranks, plus the head-scratching loss by the USF Bulls which likely keeps them out of the College Football Playoff.
On this week's Monday Morning Quarterbacking, Florida Times-Union & FLORIDA TODAY Sports Editor Timothy Walters joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the Florida Football weekend that was, from Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa showing some life in a big win against the Atlanta Falcons and a look at the most dominant football performances from the Florida high school and collegiate ranks, plus the head-scratching loss by the USF Bulls which likely keeps them out of the College Football Playoff.