Efforts continue on Florida redistricting after committee assignments
These efforts continue as Republican lawmakers advocate for a new U.S. House seat for the Sunshine State, arguing the state was undercounted in the 2020 Census. Similar redistricting cases are going on in states like Texas and California. Fox 35 Anchor Garrett Wymer speaks with UCF History Professor Dr. John Sacher about ongoing conversations about these efforts.
These efforts continue as Republican lawmakers advocate for a new U.S. House seat for the Sunshine State, arguing the state was undercounted in the 2020 Census. Similar redistricting cases are going on in states like Texas and California. Fox 35 Anchor Garrett Wymer speaks with UCF History Professor Dr. John Sacher about ongoing conversations about these efforts.
Fla. School Board Member challenges Sen. Ashley Moody
Jennifer Jenkins, a member of the Brevard County Public School Board launched her campaign for U.S. Senate today as a Democrat, challenging Republican Ashley Moody in 2026. FOX 35's Ryan Elijah sat down with Jennifer Jenkins to discuss her reasons for running for office, her policy positions and how she plans to fundraise in an uphill election against a sitting popular Republican.
Jennifer Jenkins, a member of the Brevard County Public School Board launched her campaign for U.S. Senate today as a Democrat, challenging Republican Ashley Moody in 2026. FOX 35's Ryan Elijah sat down with Jennifer Jenkins to discuss her reasons for running for office, her policy positions and how she plans to fundraise in an uphill election against a sitting popular Republican.
Playbook Tuesday: DeSantis outlines final session wish list
POLITICO Reporter Kimberly Leonard joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down DeSantis's legislative wishlist, jury selection for the Ryan Routh trial, Speaker Daniel Perez's White House meeting and the push to end vaccine mandates.
POLITICO Reporter Kimberly Leonard joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down DeSantis's legislative wishlist, jury selection for the Ryan Routh trial, Speaker Daniel Perez's White House meeting and the push to end vaccine mandates.
Orlando Dreamer joins Rays purchase group
Multiple reports put out show Rick Workman, the Orlando Dreamers anchor investor in their push to bring Major League Baseball and the Tampa Bay Rays to Orlando has joined the potential purchasing group led by Jacksonville-area developer Patrick Zalupski who reportedly intends to keep the Rays in Tampa Bay, preferably in Tampa. FOX 13 Reporter Evan Axelbank joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the state of the Rays purchasing saga, where Tampa Bay area officials say the new ownership group could finalize their purchase of the Rays within the next two weeks.
Multiple reports put out show Rick Workman, the Orlando Dreamers anchor investor in their push to bring Major League Baseball and the Tampa Bay Rays to Orlando has joined the potential purchasing group led by Jacksonville-area developer Patrick Zalupski who reportedly intends to keep the Rays in Tampa Bay, preferably in Tampa. FOX 13 Reporter Evan Axelbank joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the state of the Rays purchasing saga, where Tampa Bay area officials say the new ownership group could finalize their purchase of the Rays within the next two weeks.
Epic Universe dominates 2025 Golden Ticket Awards
Universal's Orlando theme parks brought home various awards recognized on a global scale including: Best Water Park, Best New Coaster and Best New Theme Concept, plus many more. The Golden Ticket Awards awards achievements across the theme park industry. The winners are voted on by theme park enthusiasts, journalists and suppliers and manufacturers worldwide. Tharin White, Lead Publisher with EYNTK.Info joined Fox 35's Garrett Wymer and spoke about the awards, and what they mean.
Universal's Orlando theme parks brought home various awards recognized on a global scale including: Best Water Park, Best New Coaster and Best New Theme Concept, plus many more. The Golden Ticket Awards awards achievements across the theme park industry. The winners are voted on by theme park enthusiasts, journalists and suppliers and manufacturers worldwide. Tharin White, Lead Publisher with EYNTK.Info joined Fox 35's Garrett Wymer and spoke about the awards, and what they mean.
Suspected Trump attempted assassin Ryan Routh in court
Ryan Routh, the man accused of plotting to kill President Donald Trump, questioned potential jurors in federal court today as jury selection begins in his criminal case. Criminal defense attorney Jose Rivas joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the implications of Routh choosing to represent himself in court and how that will impact the ongoing trial and court procedures.
Ryan Routh, the man accused of plotting to kill President Donald Trump, questioned potential jurors in federal court today as jury selection begins in his criminal case. Criminal defense attorney Jose Rivas joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to discuss the implications of Routh choosing to represent himself in court and how that will impact the ongoing trial and court procedures.
Fla. AG warning puts state attorney on notice
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier sent out a warning to State Attorney Monique Worrell, pushing her to stop prosecuting Tina Allgeo in connection with an alleged road rage incident turned deadly shooting. Dr. Larry Walker, Political Analyst and UCF Associate Professor joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer via Zoom to break down the political implications of Uthmeier's threat and the potential for Governor Ron DeSantis to move towards her removal from office.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier sent out a warning to State Attorney Monique Worrell, pushing her to stop prosecuting Tina Allgeo in connection with an alleged road rage incident turned deadly shooting. Dr. Larry Walker, Political Analyst and UCF Associate Professor joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer via Zoom to break down the political implications of Uthmeier's threat and the potential for Governor Ron DeSantis to move towards her removal from office.
Florida AG calls out State Attorney Worrell
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has issued a word of warning to State Attorney Monique Worrell, saying she "got it wrong" in a recent case. Uthmeier posted a video on his social media explaining what he believes Worrell missed.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has issued a word of warning to State Attorney Monique Worrell, saying she "got it wrong" in a recent case. Uthmeier posted a video on his social media explaining what he believes Worrell missed.
Top 4 news stories you need to know: September 5, 2025
FOX 35's John Brown and Garrett Wymer break down the top news stories of the day, from Florida Congressman Cory Mills and his ex-girlfriend testifying in an injunction hearing over a potential restraining order, a former Florida deputy denied bond as he faces first-degree murder charges in the death of his wife where prosecutors claim he staged her death as a suicide, embattled ex-Orlando City Commissioner Regina Hill qualifying for re-election to the Orlando City Council and Seminole High School set to honor alumnus Ethan Pritchard, who is still in critical condition almost a week after being shot near FSU in Tallahassee.
FOX 35's John Brown and Garrett Wymer break down the top news stories of the day, from Florida Congressman Cory Mills and his ex-girlfriend testifying in an injunction hearing over a potential restraining order, a former Florida deputy denied bond as he faces first-degree murder charges in the death of his wife where prosecutors claim he staged her death as a suicide, embattled ex-Orlando City Commissioner Regina Hill qualifying for re-election to the Orlando City Council and Seminole High School set to honor alumnus Ethan Pritchard, who is still in critical condition almost a week after being shot near FSU in Tallahassee.
Poll: Parents worry they'll miss drug use warnings
A new poll from The Harris Poll on behalf of Victoria's Voice Foundation showed 51% of parents are concerned about missing warning signs of potential drug use from their kids and parents' overall knowledge of naloxone is low. Leah Shepherd, Executive Director of Victoria's Voice Foundation joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to share her foundation's goals in spreading awareness of signs of drug use in kids and teens and how parents and children can access naloxone to prevent potential drug overdoses.
A new poll from The Harris Poll on behalf of Victoria's Voice Foundation showed 51% of parents are concerned about missing warning signs of potential drug use from their kids and parents' overall knowledge of naloxone is low. Leah Shepherd, Executive Director of Victoria's Voice Foundation joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to share her foundation's goals in spreading awareness of signs of drug use in kids and teens and how parents and children can access naloxone to prevent potential drug overdoses.
Rep. Cory Mills testifies in restraining order hearing
FOX 35's Randi Hildreth joins Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the Columbia County court case where Congressman Cory Mills faces a potential restraining order from his ex-girlfriend, reigning Miss USA Lindsey Langston over allegations of revenge porn and threatening messages Langston claims were sent to threaten potential future partners.
FOX 35's Randi Hildreth joins Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the Columbia County court case where Congressman Cory Mills faces a potential restraining order from his ex-girlfriend, reigning Miss USA Lindsey Langston over allegations of revenge porn and threatening messages Langston claims were sent to threaten potential future partners.
12 suspected 'Hood Boys' arrested in Florida PPP loan scheme
Florida officials held a press conference on Friday morning to discuss the arrest of 12 suspected members of the Lakeland-based gang called "Hood Boys." Those arrested are facing charges related to a PPP loan scheme. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer tunes us into the press conference to learn the latest updates in the investigation.
Florida officials held a press conference on Friday morning to discuss the arrest of 12 suspected members of the Lakeland-based gang called "Hood Boys." Those arrested are facing charges related to a PPP loan scheme. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer tunes us into the press conference to learn the latest updates in the investigation.
Top 4 news stories you need to know: September 4, 2025
FOX 35's Garrett Wymer and Luanne Sorrell break down the top news stories of the day, from Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier issuing criminal and civil subpoenas against the trucking company who employed Harjinder Singh, the man accused of being in the country illegally when he made an illegal u-turn on the Florida Turnpike, killing 3 Floridians, a bond hearing for a former Orange County Deputy accused of staging his wife's death to look like a suicide, reaction to the Florida MAHA movement continuing to pour in and the NFL season kicking off tonight in Philadelphia.
FOX 35's Garrett Wymer and Luanne Sorrell break down the top news stories of the day, from Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier issuing criminal and civil subpoenas against the trucking company who employed Harjinder Singh, the man accused of being in the country illegally when he made an illegal u-turn on the Florida Turnpike, killing 3 Floridians, a bond hearing for a former Orange County Deputy accused of staging his wife's death to look like a suicide, reaction to the Florida MAHA movement continuing to pour in and the NFL season kicking off tonight in Philadelphia.
Sheriff: illegal immigrant raped 14-year-old girl
Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco holds a news conference to announce the arrest of Eduardo Villareal, a man suspected of being in the country illegally and sexually trafficking and raping a 14-year-old girl the sheriff says he met at a bus stop in Florida.
Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco holds a news conference to announce the arrest of Eduardo Villareal, a man suspected of being in the country illegally and sexually trafficking and raping a 14-year-old girl the sheriff says he met at a bus stop in Florida.
Florida Mayor takes on ICE, 287(g) agreements
City of South Miami Mayor Javier Fernandez held a virtual news conference today, calling for cities to end their 287(g) agreements with ICE after the state of Florida's arguments in court allegedly argue that only counties and sheriffs are legally required to enter into immigration enforcement agreements with ICE.
City of South Miami Mayor Javier Fernandez held a virtual news conference today, calling for cities to end their 287(g) agreements with ICE after the state of Florida's arguments in court allegedly argue that only counties and sheriffs are legally required to enter into immigration enforcement agreements with ICE.
Florida Sheriff Grady Judd on illegal gambling bust
More than two dozen people are facing criminal charges after an undercover operation dubbed "Operation Bad Odds." Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says detectives seized a total of 48 machines from 12 stores countywide. Investigators also confiscated more than $100,000 in cash.
More than two dozen people are facing criminal charges after an undercover operation dubbed "Operation Bad Odds." Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says detectives seized a total of 48 machines from 12 stores countywide. Investigators also confiscated more than $100,000 in cash.
Casey DeSantis, Lt. Gov. speak on MAHA in Orlando
Florida's First Lady Casey DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins spoke on the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative on Thursday afternoon in Orlando. The event came after Florida officials on Wednesday announced their plans to become the first state to end all vaccine mandates, including for schoolchildren.
Florida's First Lady Casey DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins spoke on the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative on Thursday afternoon in Orlando. The event came after Florida officials on Wednesday announced their plans to become the first state to end all vaccine mandates, including for schoolchildren.
Top 4 news stories you need to know: September 3, 2025
FOX 35's Garrett Wymer and Marlisa Goldsmith break down the top news stories of the day, from sex trafficking victims of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell threatening to release their own client lists if Congress won't release the full Epstein Files, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo starting a Florida MAHA Commission whose first major goal is to end school vaccine mandates, a former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner throwing his hat into the ring for Florida Governor and EBay celebrating its 30th anniversary.
FOX 35's Garrett Wymer and Marlisa Goldsmith break down the top news stories of the day, from sex trafficking victims of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell threatening to release their own client lists if Congress won't release the full Epstein Files, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo starting a Florida MAHA Commission whose first major goal is to end school vaccine mandates, a former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner throwing his hat into the ring for Florida Governor and EBay celebrating its 30th anniversary.
Jeffrey Epstein survivors call to release Epstein files
Survivors of sex trafficking at the hands of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell spoke at a news conference organized by a bipartisan group of House members to advocate for the full release of the Epstein files and client list. Several of the speakers testified against Epstein and Maxwell in their criminal trials and one victim said if Congress won't share the client list, the survivors will share their own list of suspects allegedly linked to Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking ring.
Survivors of sex trafficking at the hands of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell spoke at a news conference organized by a bipartisan group of House members to advocate for the full release of the Epstein files and client list. Several of the speakers testified against Epstein and Maxwell in their criminal trials and one victim said if Congress won't share the client list, the survivors will share their own list of suspects allegedly linked to Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking ring.
Walt Disney World confirms last day for DinoLand USA
Drew Smith, AKA Drew the Disney Dude joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest news surrounding the shutdown of DinoLand USA as the Boneyard is officially closed as the park plans for the Tropical Americas takeover, including attractions based on Encanto and Indiana Jones.
Drew Smith, AKA Drew the Disney Dude joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest news surrounding the shutdown of DinoLand USA as the Boneyard is officially closed as the park plans for the Tropical Americas takeover, including attractions based on Encanto and Indiana Jones.