Drinking water dangers in Mount Dora
FOX 35's Marie Edinger breaks down the potential dangers to drinking waters in Mount Dora stemming from the Wolf Branch sink, which has a direct path to the aquifer, which is next to a landfill which Lake County officials fear could pollute the water and carry sewage into the drinking water supply.
FOX 35's Marie Edinger breaks down the potential dangers to drinking waters in Mount Dora stemming from the Wolf Branch sink, which has a direct path to the aquifer, which is next to a landfill which Lake County officials fear could pollute the water and carry sewage into the drinking water supply.
No Kings Day protests in Downtown Orlando tomorrow
No Kings Day anti-Trump protests are happening across the country tomorrow, October 18. Republican Congressman Jimmy Patronis held a news conference where he called them "Hate America" parades. Anna Eskamani, Democratic State Representative and Orlando Mayoral candidate joins FOX 35's Hannah MacKenzie live via Zoom to break down her perspective on the protest in Orlando, her reasons for planning to attend and the causes protestors are advocating for.
No Kings Day anti-Trump protests are happening across the country tomorrow, October 18. Republican Congressman Jimmy Patronis held a news conference where he called them "Hate America" parades. Anna Eskamani, Democratic State Representative and Orlando Mayoral candidate joins FOX 35's Hannah MacKenzie live via Zoom to break down her perspective on the protest in Orlando, her reasons for planning to attend and the causes protestors are advocating for.
Grand Jury examines Hope Florida Foundation
Grand Jury proceedings are under way in Leon county in connection with the investigation into the Hope Florida Foundation and a $10 million settlement between a Medicaid provider and the state over alleged overpayments. The Hope Florida Foundation is intended to raise money for a charity led by Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis, which is under investigation for steering money to nonprofits that then gave money to a political action committee headed by Attorney General James Uthmeier, then Gov. DeSantis' Chief of Staff, who used the money to oppose adult-use marijuana and abortion ballot questions. Alexandra Glorioso, State Government Reporter with the Miami Herald and Lawrence Mower, Tallahassee Correspondent with the Tampa Bay Times join FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down their reporting of the Hope Florida probe and the status of the grand jury proceedings.
Grand Jury proceedings are under way in Leon county in connection with the investigation into the Hope Florida Foundation and a $10 million settlement between a Medicaid provider and the state over alleged overpayments. The Hope Florida Foundation is intended to raise money for a charity led by Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis, which is under investigation for steering money to nonprofits that then gave money to a political action committee headed by Attorney General James Uthmeier, then Gov. DeSantis' Chief of Staff, who used the money to oppose adult-use marijuana and abortion ballot questions. Alexandra Glorioso, State Government Reporter with the Miami Herald and Lawrence Mower, Tallahassee Correspondent with the Tampa Bay Times join FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down their reporting of the Hope Florida probe and the status of the grand jury proceedings.
BBB warns of Facebook Marketplace scams
Holly Salmons, President & CEO of the Better Business Bureau serving Central Florida joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer in studio to break down the advent of Facebook Marketplace scams, what trends to look out for and what you can do to keep yourself safe in the meantime.
Holly Salmons, President & CEO of the Better Business Bureau serving Central Florida joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer in studio to break down the advent of Facebook Marketplace scams, what trends to look out for and what you can do to keep yourself safe in the meantime.
Holiday light shows across Aquatica, Leu Gardens
Tharin White, Lead Publisher at EYNTK.info joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest developments on holiday celebrations across Florida's theme parks, including light shows at Aquatica, Leu Gardens and a first look at Disney's Holiday merch and the Jingle Cruise.
Tharin White, Lead Publisher at EYNTK.info joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest developments on holiday celebrations across Florida's theme parks, including light shows at Aquatica, Leu Gardens and a first look at Disney's Holiday merch and the Jingle Cruise.
State Attorney Worrell escalates feud with AG Uthmeier
Florida State Attorney Monique Worrell, covering Orange and Osceola Counties, continues to strike back at Governor Ron DeSantis' threats and attacks against her office, including allegations of being soft on crime for refusing to prosecute certain cases or pursue higher charges on specific cases. Worrell claims DeSantis is lying to give pretext to remove her from office again, repeating his actions from 2023. Worrell was later re-elected to her position as state attorney in 2024. Aubrey Jewett, UCF Political Science Professor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the political implications of the feud between Worrell and the state government, including the allegations by Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier of Worrell's office having a massive backlog of cases and calling her out for alleged poor handling of cases involving fentanyl, sex crimes and stand your ground.
Florida State Attorney Monique Worrell, covering Orange and Osceola Counties, continues to strike back at Governor Ron DeSantis' threats and attacks against her office, including allegations of being soft on crime for refusing to prosecute certain cases or pursue higher charges on specific cases. Worrell claims DeSantis is lying to give pretext to remove her from office again, repeating his actions from 2023. Worrell was later re-elected to her position as state attorney in 2024. Aubrey Jewett, UCF Political Science Professor joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the political implications of the feud between Worrell and the state government, including the allegations by Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier of Worrell's office having a massive backlog of cases and calling her out for alleged poor handling of cases involving fentanyl, sex crimes and stand your ground.
Instagram teen accounts now guided by PG-13 ratings
The social media app Instagram is now creating content restrictions for teens. FOX 35 News+ anchor Garrett Wymer spoke with Matt Rose of Tech Rage IT about this and other pressing tech issues.
The social media app Instagram is now creating content restrictions for teens. FOX 35 News+ anchor Garrett Wymer spoke with Matt Rose of Tech Rage IT about this and other pressing tech issues.
Teachers still facing investigations over Charlie Kirk posts
At least 30 Florida teachers, staff and professors are facing investigations over social media posts deemed insensitive after Charlie Kirk's death. FOX35 News+ anchor Garrett Wymer speaks with Clara-Sophia Daly, education reporter for the Miami Herald on this topic.
At least 30 Florida teachers, staff and professors are facing investigations over social media posts deemed insensitive after Charlie Kirk's death. FOX35 News+ anchor Garrett Wymer speaks with Clara-Sophia Daly, education reporter for the Miami Herald on this topic.
Disney World demolitions move ahead, Cars land coming
Drew Smith, Drew The Disney Dude and Zach Perilstein, Editor-In-Chief of the Boardwalk Times join FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest developments at Walt Disney World, from Monstropolis' progress in Hollywood Studios, a new Disney Imagineering preview display at Walt Disney Presents, the demoltion on Tom Sawyer Island and Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom continuing ahead of the planned replacement by new Cars and Disney Villains areas, as well as Mickey's PhilharMagic announcing its closing date for refurbishment.
Drew Smith, Drew The Disney Dude and Zach Perilstein, Editor-In-Chief of the Boardwalk Times join FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest developments at Walt Disney World, from Monstropolis' progress in Hollywood Studios, a new Disney Imagineering preview display at Walt Disney Presents, the demoltion on Tom Sawyer Island and Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom continuing ahead of the planned replacement by new Cars and Disney Villains areas, as well as Mickey's PhilharMagic announcing its closing date for refurbishment.
Playbook Tuesday: Trump's endorsement dominates Florida
On this Playbook Tuesday, POLITICO reporter and Florida Playbook author Kimberly Leonard joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the immense weight of President Donald Trump's endorsement in Florida politics after he threw his weight behind currently appointed Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and the factions beginning to fall in line behind Florida Congressman Byron Donalds and former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner in the 2026 Governor's race.
On this Playbook Tuesday, POLITICO reporter and Florida Playbook author Kimberly Leonard joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the immense weight of President Donald Trump's endorsement in Florida politics after he threw his weight behind currently appointed Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and the factions beginning to fall in line behind Florida Congressman Byron Donalds and former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner in the 2026 Governor's race.
Disney Parks, Resorts celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
FOX 35's Reina Nieves spoke with Juan Carlos Cardona, of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, about how the Disney World parks and resorts commemorated Hispanic Heritage Month.
FOX 35's Reina Nieves spoke with Juan Carlos Cardona, of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, about how the Disney World parks and resorts commemorated Hispanic Heritage Month.
Latina-owned "The New Romantics" Orlando bookstore sees success
"The New Romantics" bookstore is a proud Latina-owned bookstore located in Orlando, Florida. FOX35's Reina Nieves spoke with owner, Jane Rodriguez on her heritage and the success she's seeing.
"The New Romantics" bookstore is a proud Latina-owned bookstore located in Orlando, Florida. FOX35's Reina Nieves spoke with owner, Jane Rodriguez on her heritage and the success she's seeing.
How Leo Schofield served decades for murder he denies
Gilbert King and Leo Schofield join FOX 35's Hannah MacKenzie live in studio to discuss the case of Leo Schofield, a Florida man who spent 35 years in Florida prison for the murder of his wife, Michelle. Schofield maintained his innocence for decades behind bars. King investigated Schofield's claims and detailed his investigation in his new book, the New York Times Best-Selling Bone Valley: A True Story of Injustice and Redemption in the Heart of Florida.
Gilbert King and Leo Schofield join FOX 35's Hannah MacKenzie live in studio to discuss the case of Leo Schofield, a Florida man who spent 35 years in Florida prison for the murder of his wife, Michelle. Schofield maintained his innocence for decades behind bars. King investigated Schofield's claims and detailed his investigation in his new book, the New York Times Best-Selling Bone Valley: A True Story of Injustice and Redemption in the Heart of Florida.
Incredible Bucs catch tops Florida football weekend
Timothy Walters, sports editor with the Florida Times-Union & FLORIDA TODAY joins FOX 35 to break down the standouts of the Florida football weekend, from a high schooler balling out on his 18th birthday, the USF Bulls carrying on their case for a College Football Playoff bid and a Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie making the catch of the year to secure a big win in Tampa Bay.
Timothy Walters, sports editor with the Florida Times-Union & FLORIDA TODAY joins FOX 35 to break down the standouts of the Florida football weekend, from a high schooler balling out on his 18th birthday, the USF Bulls carrying on their case for a College Football Playoff bid and a Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie making the catch of the year to secure a big win in Tampa Bay.
Breaking down Benny Johnson threat investigation
Former Sheriff's detective and investigator James Copenhaver joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the arrest and investigation of a San Diego man accused of mailing death threats to conservative political activist Benny Johnson, who appeared at a news conference in Tampa with U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi. Investigators say they used fingerprints on the package to identify and track down the suspect in California.
Former Sheriff's detective and investigator James Copenhaver joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the arrest and investigation of a San Diego man accused of mailing death threats to conservative political activist Benny Johnson, who appeared at a news conference in Tampa with U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi. Investigators say they used fingerprints on the package to identify and track down the suspect in California.
Logan Tipton's father on Ky. convict arrested in Fla.
Ronald Exantus, a convicted felon who served less than half of a 20-year prison sentence in Kentucky for the death of a child was arrested in Marion County after deputies discovered he had failed to register as a felon, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. Ronald Exantus recently moved to Florida, investigators said, and was living in a home next to an elementary school. Exantus was convicted in 2015 for the stabbing of 6-year-old Logan Tipton' sister in Versailles, Kentucky, a crime that shocked the community. He was found "not guilty by reason of insanity" in Logan's death. He received a 20-year prison sentence but was released on parole after serving less than half of it. His early release and subsequent move to Florida reignited concerns about how parolees are monitored once they leave prison and cross state lines. Drew Tipton, Logan's father, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer via Zoom to talk about Logan's life, learning Exantus was released from prison and his response to social media outrage and the word of Florida officials upon Exantus' arrest in Florida for failing to register as a felon.
Ronald Exantus, a convicted felon who served less than half of a 20-year prison sentence in Kentucky for the death of a child was arrested in Marion County after deputies discovered he had failed to register as a felon, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. Ronald Exantus recently moved to Florida, investigators said, and was living in a home next to an elementary school. Exantus was convicted in 2015 for the stabbing of 6-year-old Logan Tipton' sister in Versailles, Kentucky, a crime that shocked the community. He was found "not guilty by reason of insanity" in Logan's death. He received a 20-year prison sentence but was released on parole after serving less than half of it. His early release and subsequent move to Florida reignited concerns about how parolees are monitored once they leave prison and cross state lines. Drew Tipton, Logan's father, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer via Zoom to talk about Logan's life, learning Exantus was released from prison and his response to social media outrage and the word of Florida officials upon Exantus' arrest in Florida for failing to register as a felon.
Wildfire arson suspect will remain in custody
FOX 35's Hannah MacKenzie joins Garrett Wymer live via Zoom just outside the federal courthouse where Jonathan Rinderknecht was denied bond and the federal judge ordered him to remain in custody of US Marshals. Find out more about his appearance in court and when his next hearing will be.
FOX 35's Hannah MacKenzie joins Garrett Wymer live via Zoom just outside the federal courthouse where Jonathan Rinderknecht was denied bond and the federal judge ordered him to remain in custody of US Marshals. Find out more about his appearance in court and when his next hearing will be.
AAA: Speeding just as bad as drunk driving
Mark Jenkins, Spokesperson with AAA the Auto Club Group joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to discuss the new campaign highlighting the risks of speeding on the roads eerily similar to the risks of driving under the influence of alcohol.
Mark Jenkins, Spokesperson with AAA the Auto Club Group joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to discuss the new campaign highlighting the risks of speeding on the roads eerily similar to the risks of driving under the influence of alcohol.
New Food Hall opens in Downtown Orlando
A La Cart City is the newest food hall opening up with the Art2 Park at the corner of Orange Avenue and Robinson Street in Downtown Orlando. April & Dustin Williams, the owners of A La Cart City joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer via Zoom to preview the soft opening Saturday and some of the vendors on display at A La Cart City.
A La Cart City is the newest food hall opening up with the Art2 Park at the corner of Orange Avenue and Robinson Street in Downtown Orlando. April & Dustin Williams, the owners of A La Cart City joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer via Zoom to preview the soft opening Saturday and some of the vendors on display at A La Cart City.
How investigators caught Calif. wildfire arson suspect
Jonathan Rinderknecht is accused of starting the Pacific Palisades Wildfire in LA County which killed 12 people, destroyed 6,000 buildings and burned 23,000 acres across California. Rinderknecht is scheduled to be in federal court in Orlando for a preliminary hearing. Investigators released the full criminal complaint after the news conference announcing the arrest and charges against Rinderknecht. Dale Reisen, Operating Manager with Reisen Fire Consultants LLC joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer
Jonathan Rinderknecht is accused of starting the Pacific Palisades Wildfire in LA County which killed 12 people, destroyed 6,000 buildings and burned 23,000 acres across California. Rinderknecht is scheduled to be in federal court in Orlando for a preliminary hearing. Investigators released the full criminal complaint after the news conference announcing the arrest and charges against Rinderknecht. Dale Reisen, Operating Manager with Reisen Fire Consultants LLC joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer