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.
Anna Kepner's dad subpoenaed in family court
Christopher Kepner, the father of Anna Kepner, was served a subpoena to appear in family court for a child custody civil case. Information about Anna Kepner's death – of which the FBI has provided little details about – is being released through an unrelated court case in a dispute between Kepner's stepmother and her ex-husband – the father of the 16-year-old "suspect" in Kepner's death. To be clear, the FBI has not confirmed its investigation nor named anyone a suspect. FOX 35 and other outlets have reached out to the FBI several times regarding the case. Last week, Kepner's stepmom, Hudson, filed a motion for a gag order in the case, claiming through an attorney that the public exposure and reporting on the case and subsequent fillings could lead to "possible irreversible harm" to the children and family or could jeopardize the investigation and presumed defense.
Slender Man stabber back in custody; what's next?
The nationwide manhunt for Morgan Geyser, the Wisconsin woman convicted in the 2014 Slender Man stabbing, came to an end Sunday night. Today, the District Attorney held a news conference calling for Geyser to remain in custody on no bond until the next court hearing as the case moves forward.
Why Anna Kepner's stepmom wants family court private
Anna Kepner's stepmother filed new court documents in the civil custody case, seeking a gag order for people involved in the case and to keep the rest of the case private so as to protect the FBI criminal investigation into Anna Kepner's death. FOX 35's Esther Bower joins Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss this latest court filing, why Anna's stepmother or the FBI would want these proceedings private, and its potential impact on the FBI investigation, where Anna Kepner's stepbrother is a suspect in her death aboard a Carnival cruise ship.
New court docs filed in Anna Kepner cruise ship death
Anna Kepner's stepmother filed new court documents in the civil custody case, seeking a gag order for people involved in the case and to keep the rest of the case private so as to protect the FBI criminal investigation into Anna Kepner's death. Criminal Defense Attorney Jose Rivas joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss this latest court filing, why Anna's stepmother or the FBI would want these proceedings private, and its potential impact on the FBI investigation, where Anna Kepner's stepbrother is a suspect in her death aboard a Carnival cruise ship.
Jaguars defense shows out in Arizona, are the Bucs still legit contenders?
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 including shouting out Jaguars Defense, head scratching if the Bucs are still legit contenders, and much more.
Importance of water safety during Thanksgiving holiday
As the holiday season quickly approaches, water safety experts urge the importance of keeping safety at top of mind. FOX35 News+ anchor Garrett Wymer spoke with Megan Ferraro, Executive Director of the ZAC Foundation on keeping you and your children safe throughout this holiday season.
Deputy dead, others injured after shooting in Vero Beach
An Indian River County deputy was killed while trying to serve an eviction notice in Vero Beach Friday morning. Gunfire erupted on the scene, leading to two officers, the suspect, and a locksmith on the scene to suffer gunshot wounds. Both the suspect and locksmith are in critical condition. Terri Mashcow, a 25-year veteran with the Sheriff's Office, passed away from her injuries. Former Sheriff's detective and investigator, James Copenhaver, joins Garrett Wymer live via ZOOM to discuss the details.
Realtor Association ex-CEO arrested after stealing $81K
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd held a news conference this afternoon detailing the arrest of former East Polk County Association of Realtors CEO, Jennifer Garula-Mers. Accused of stealing over $81k from the association, she is currently in the Orlando County jail under no bond.
Final highlights from this year's IAAPA Expo
IAAPA Expo is set to wrap up this weekend at the Orange County Convention Center, coming off a busy week of unveiling some of the nation's most innovative attractions. Tharin White, lead publisher at EYNTK.info, joins Garrett Wymer live via ZOOM to go over some of the biggest moments.
Florida leads the nation with highest foreclosure rates
According to a report from ATTOM Data Solutions, Florida tops the country in foreclosure rates, with 1 foreclosure for every 1,829 units. Several Florida cities top the charts, with Orlando sitting at number 3. President of the Orlando Regional Realtors Association, Lawrence Bellido, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via ZOOM to discuss the current state of the local housing market.
Community Crossroads: What to do this weekend in Orlando
The holidays are on the horizon, and Orlando is showcasing some local festivities this weekend. Ashley Edwards and Sarah Barkley with UNATION join Garrett Wymer live via Zoom with more details in this week's Community Crossroads.
Anna Kepner: Latest developments on maritime tragedy
18-year-old Anna Kepner was found dead on a Carnival cruise ship earlier this month. While law enforcement did not initially open the case as a homicide, paperwork found in seemingly unrelated divorce proceedings reveal the FBI may be looking into Kepner's stepbrother as a suspect. FOX35 reporter Marie Edinger joins Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the latest details on the tragedy.
Orlando Democrats poised to lead national party
According to New York Magazine and dozens of political insiders, Florida Congressman Maxwell Frost and State Representative Anna Eskamani could lead the next chapter of the National Democratic Party. Kaleigh Rogers, a freelance reporter with bylines in New York Magazine and the New York Times joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss two of Orlando's local leaders gaining national exposure and why they were selected as two of the 25 young Democrats across the country identified by Democratic insiders as leaders of the future. Plus, a discussion on State Rep. Eskamani's upcoming Orlando Mayoral campaign and the continued impact of Congressman Maxwell Frost in a state which continues to vote overwhelmingly red and Republican at the state and national levels.
Anna Kepner cruise death: FBI suspects stepbrother?
Lauren Cadilac, an attorney from Texas, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest on the FBI investigation into Anna Kepner's death aboard a Carnival cruise ship, the family dynamics of Anna Kepner's multiple stepmothers and stepsiblings and where the investigation and criminal charges may lead us, as court documents show the FBI is investigating Anna's stepbrother as a suspect.
How Florida Reps will weigh property tax cuts
Lawmakers are scheduled to meet at the state capital on Thursday to discuss proposals to reduce and potentially eliminate property taxes. The House Select Committee on Property Taxes will take a look at eight proposals and what they might entail. Florida Democratic Representative Anna Eskamani joins Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to preview the meeting and the potential measures introduced.