Juneteenth celebrations across Florida today
Juneteenth, observed annually on June 19, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. On Thursday, people all across the country ? including in Orlando and the Central Florida region ? will come together to celebrate the monumental day in American history. Russell Drake, Founder & CEO of Build Black Daily joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to talk about the importance and legacy of Juneteenth celebrations in Central Florida.
Juneteenth, observed annually on June 19, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. On Thursday, people all across the country ? including in Orlando and the Central Florida region ? will come together to celebrate the monumental day in American history. Russell Drake, Founder & CEO of Build Black Daily joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to talk about the importance and legacy of Juneteenth celebrations in Central Florida.
Rays may stay in Tampa Bay: Are the Dreamers dead?
The Tampa Bay Rays confirmed owner Stu Sternberg is in exclusive and serious talks to potentially sell the team to a group of investors led by Patrick Zapulski, a Jacksonville-based home builder. Zapulski's group reportedly offered $1.7 billion for the Rays and would plan to keep the team in Tampa Bay. JP Peterson, host of the JP Peterson show joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about the potential sale, what it would mean for the Rays to stay in the Tampa Bay region and if this sale kills the idea of the Orlando Dreamers bringing Major League Baseball down the I-4 corridor to Orlando.
The Tampa Bay Rays confirmed owner Stu Sternberg is in exclusive and serious talks to potentially sell the team to a group of investors led by Patrick Zapulski, a Jacksonville-based home builder. Zapulski's group reportedly offered $1.7 billion for the Rays and would plan to keep the team in Tampa Bay. JP Peterson, host of the JP Peterson show joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about the potential sale, what it would mean for the Rays to stay in the Tampa Bay region and if this sale kills the idea of the Orlando Dreamers bringing Major League Baseball down the I-4 corridor to Orlando.
Top 4 news stories you need to know: June 18, 2025
FOX 35's Garrett Wymer and Marlisa Goldsmith break down the top news stories of the day, from Kissimmee Police disciplining 12 officers following an investigation by the Orange County Sheriff's Office into a use-of-force case, Florida Congressman Maxwell Frost introducing the SUDEM Act to hold ICE detainment facilities accountable, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier being held in civil contempt of federal court over refusing to comply with a court stay on a new state immigration law and the Tampa Bay Rays confirming they are in talks to sell the team to a group spearheaded by a Jacksonville-based developer who reportedly plans to keep the team in Tampa.
FOX 35's Garrett Wymer and Marlisa Goldsmith break down the top news stories of the day, from Kissimmee Police disciplining 12 officers following an investigation by the Orange County Sheriff's Office into a use-of-force case, Florida Congressman Maxwell Frost introducing the SUDEM Act to hold ICE detainment facilities accountable, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier being held in civil contempt of federal court over refusing to comply with a court stay on a new state immigration law and the Tampa Bay Rays confirming they are in talks to sell the team to a group spearheaded by a Jacksonville-based developer who reportedly plans to keep the team in Tampa.
Kissimmee PD disciplines 12 officers over misconduct
The Kissimmee Police Department is expected to present the findings of an independent investigation conducted by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. This investigation followed concerns the State Attorney’s Office raised in October 2024 regarding the conduct and/or truthfulness of several sworn officers. Tis comes after the former police chief and the deputy chief resigned following an investigation into a 2023 use-of-force case and allegations of systemic issues within the department. Former Kissimmee Police Chief Betty Holland and Former Deputy Chief Camille Alicia both resigned from their positions in October. On Oct. 21, then-State Attorney Andrew Bain's Office sent a letter to Kissimmee leadership requesting a formal investigation into allegations of untruthfulness and misconduct by some members of the police department. It also followed an Osceola County grand jury's findings and recommendations. Jamie Copenhaver, a former sheriff's detective and investigator joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the allegations against the Kissimmee Police Department and the next steps after the reveal of the investigations' findings with the public.
The Kissimmee Police Department is expected to present the findings of an independent investigation conducted by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. This investigation followed concerns the State Attorney’s Office raised in October 2024 regarding the conduct and/or truthfulness of several sworn officers. Tis comes after the former police chief and the deputy chief resigned following an investigation into a 2023 use-of-force case and allegations of systemic issues within the department. Former Kissimmee Police Chief Betty Holland and Former Deputy Chief Camille Alicia both resigned from their positions in October. On Oct. 21, then-State Attorney Andrew Bain's Office sent a letter to Kissimmee leadership requesting a formal investigation into allegations of untruthfulness and misconduct by some members of the police department. It also followed an Osceola County grand jury's findings and recommendations. Jamie Copenhaver, a former sheriff's detective and investigator joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the allegations against the Kissimmee Police Department and the next steps after the reveal of the investigations' findings with the public.
Fla. AG held in contempt over illegal immigration law
Jose Rivas, criminal defense attorney with Rivas Law joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the next steps for Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier after U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams held him in contempt of court over her ruling to pause a new state law making it a crime for people living in the U.S. illegally to enter the state. U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams ordered on April 29 that Uthmeier show cause on "why he should not be held in contempt or sanctioned" for violating a temporary restraining order (TRO) from the court, though Williams ultimately decided he was unable to convince her otherwise. "If being held in contempt is what it costs to defend the rule of law and stand firmly behind President Trump's agenda on illegal immigration, so be it," Uthmeier said Tuesday in a post on X.
Jose Rivas, criminal defense attorney with Rivas Law joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the next steps for Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier after U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams held him in contempt of court over her ruling to pause a new state law making it a crime for people living in the U.S. illegally to enter the state. U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams ordered on April 29 that Uthmeier show cause on "why he should not be held in contempt or sanctioned" for violating a temporary restraining order (TRO) from the court, though Williams ultimately decided he was unable to convince her otherwise. "If being held in contempt is what it costs to defend the rule of law and stand firmly behind President Trump's agenda on illegal immigration, so be it," Uthmeier said Tuesday in a post on X.
Top 4 news stories you need to know: June 17, 2025
FOX 35's Garrett Wymer and John Brown break down the top news stories of the day, from the latest in the conflict between Israel and Iran to 2 production companies cited after a worker died just days before the 2024 EDC festival in Orlando according to OSHA, 44 suspects arrested in connection with a suspected retail theft ring according to Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and the Orlando Magic introducing their newest trade acquisition Desmond Bane.
FOX 35's Garrett Wymer and John Brown break down the top news stories of the day, from the latest in the conflict between Israel and Iran to 2 production companies cited after a worker died just days before the 2024 EDC festival in Orlando according to OSHA, 44 suspects arrested in connection with a suspected retail theft ring according to Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and the Orlando Magic introducing their newest trade acquisition Desmond Bane.
Playbook Tuesday: Late-night budget vote ends session
POLITICO reporter Gary Fineout joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer via Zoom to break down the late night vote where lawmakers passed a $115 billion state budget, the future of proposed property tax reforms by Governor Ron DeSantis and the state legislature.
POLITICO reporter Gary Fineout joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer via Zoom to break down the late night vote where lawmakers passed a $115 billion state budget, the future of proposed property tax reforms by Governor Ron DeSantis and the state legislature.
Orlando Dreamers president on MLB becoming reality
Dr. Rick Workman sat down with FOX 35's Randi Hildreth for an in-depth discussion on his background, growing up as a St. Louis Cardinals fan, where he found his love for baseball and his path to becoming the anchor investor and president of the Orlando Dreamers, the organization working to bring Major League Baseball to Orlando by relocating an existing team or through league expansion. Right now, the Dreamers' chief target appears to be the Tampa Bay Rays after the team and owner Stu Sternberg backed out of their $1.3 billion stadium deal with St. Petersburg and Pinellas County. Dr. Workman speaks on the next steps with the Orange County Commission and City of Orlando to pursue a public-private partnership and the more than $2 billion the Dreamers say they have ready to purchase an MLB franchise and begin work on building a new stadium in the I-Drive area.
Dr. Rick Workman sat down with FOX 35's Randi Hildreth for an in-depth discussion on his background, growing up as a St. Louis Cardinals fan, where he found his love for baseball and his path to becoming the anchor investor and president of the Orlando Dreamers, the organization working to bring Major League Baseball to Orlando by relocating an existing team or through league expansion. Right now, the Dreamers' chief target appears to be the Tampa Bay Rays after the team and owner Stu Sternberg backed out of their $1.3 billion stadium deal with St. Petersburg and Pinellas County. Dr. Workman speaks on the next steps with the Orange County Commission and City of Orlando to pursue a public-private partnership and the more than $2 billion the Dreamers say they have ready to purchase an MLB franchise and begin work on building a new stadium in the I-Drive area.
Amy Kaufdelt, John Brown talk Pulse nightclub tour | FULL
On Monday, FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt and John Brown and other reporters were able to go inside Pulse nightclub. It was the site where 49 people were killed and 53 others hurt in a mass shooting in June 2016. Amy and John sat down with Garrett Wymer to talk about reporting on the event, but also what it looked like inside the club. Family members of the victims were able to tour the venue days earlier.
On Monday, FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt and John Brown and other reporters were able to go inside Pulse nightclub. It was the site where 49 people were killed and 53 others hurt in a mass shooting in June 2016. Amy and John sat down with Garrett Wymer to talk about reporting on the event, but also what it looked like inside the club. Family members of the victims were able to tour the venue days earlier.
Orlando Magic trade for Desmond Bane
The Orlando Magic traded for guard and forward Desmond Bane from the Memphis Grizzlies. The Magic gave up guards Cole Anthony, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and a slew of future first-round picks. Independent Reporter Sean Green joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the trade and whether it could be considered an overpay for the Magic, who try to make it out of the first playoff round for the first time since the 2009-2010 season.
The Orlando Magic traded for guard and forward Desmond Bane from the Memphis Grizzlies. The Magic gave up guards Cole Anthony, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and a slew of future first-round picks. Independent Reporter Sean Green joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the trade and whether it could be considered an overpay for the Magic, who try to make it out of the first playoff round for the first time since the 2009-2010 season.
'No Kings Day' Protests start across Orlando
Democratic State Representative Anna Eskamani and Republican Congressman Randy Fine join FOX 35's Garrett Wymer, Chris Lindsay and Anna Eskamani live to break down their reactions to the protests and the vibes across Florida on this joint Flag Day & 'No Kings Day of Defiance.' "No Kings Day" protests are being held nationwide this weekend to protest President Donald Trump’s policies. Demonstrators are expected to rally in almost 2,000 cities on Saturday, and it will coincide with Trump’s military parade, commemorating the Army’s 250th anniversary, which also happens to be the president’s birthday and Flag Day. The No Kings Day of Defiance has been organized to reject authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics, and the militarization of the country’s democracy, according to a statement by organizers. The No Kings Day of Defiance is expected to be the largest single-day mobilization since Trump returned to office, organizers said. Organizers said they are preparing for millions of people to take to the streets across all 50 states and commonwealths. Locally, law enforcement is issuing strong warnings to keep protests peaceful, emphasizing zero tolerance for violence. Florida officials have mobilized resources, including local police, state agencies, and the National Guard as a precaution. The tension reflects heightened political divisions nationwide, with protests symbolizing broader struggles over immigration policy and civil rights.
Democratic State Representative Anna Eskamani and Republican Congressman Randy Fine join FOX 35's Garrett Wymer, Chris Lindsay and Anna Eskamani live to break down their reactions to the protests and the vibes across Florida on this joint Flag Day & 'No Kings Day of Defiance.' "No Kings Day" protests are being held nationwide this weekend to protest President Donald Trump’s policies. Demonstrators are expected to rally in almost 2,000 cities on Saturday, and it will coincide with Trump’s military parade, commemorating the Army’s 250th anniversary, which also happens to be the president’s birthday and Flag Day. The No Kings Day of Defiance has been organized to reject authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics, and the militarization of the country’s democracy, according to a statement by organizers. The No Kings Day of Defiance is expected to be the largest single-day mobilization since Trump returned to office, organizers said. Organizers said they are preparing for millions of people to take to the streets across all 50 states and commonwealths. Locally, law enforcement is issuing strong warnings to keep protests peaceful, emphasizing zero tolerance for violence. Florida officials have mobilized resources, including local police, state agencies, and the National Guard as a precaution. The tension reflects heightened political divisions nationwide, with protests symbolizing broader struggles over immigration policy and civil rights.
LIVE: Protests Across America
Political analyst Rishi Bagga joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the political climate surrounding the Trump military parade and the No Kings Day of protests across Florida and the United States today. "No Kings Day" protests are being held nationwide this weekend to protest President Donald Trump’s policies. Demonstrators are expected to rally in almost 2,000 cities on Saturday, and it will coincide with Trump’s military parade, commemorating the Army’s 250th anniversary, which also happens to be the president’s birthday and Flag Day. The No Kings Day of Defiance has been organized to reject authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics, and the militarization of the country’s democracy, according to a statement by organizers. The No Kings Day of Defiance is expected to be the largest single-day mobilization since Trump returned to office, organizers said. Organizers said they are preparing for millions of people to take to the streets across all 50 states and commonwealths. Locally, law enforcement is issuing strong warnings to keep protests peaceful, emphasizing zero tolerance for violence. Florida officials have mobilized resources, including local police, state agencies, and the National Guard as a precaution. The tension reflects heightened political divisions nationwide, with protests symbolizing broader struggles over immigration policy and civil rights.
Political analyst Rishi Bagga joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the political climate surrounding the Trump military parade and the No Kings Day of protests across Florida and the United States today. "No Kings Day" protests are being held nationwide this weekend to protest President Donald Trump’s policies. Demonstrators are expected to rally in almost 2,000 cities on Saturday, and it will coincide with Trump’s military parade, commemorating the Army’s 250th anniversary, which also happens to be the president’s birthday and Flag Day. The No Kings Day of Defiance has been organized to reject authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics, and the militarization of the country’s democracy, according to a statement by organizers. The No Kings Day of Defiance is expected to be the largest single-day mobilization since Trump returned to office, organizers said. Organizers said they are preparing for millions of people to take to the streets across all 50 states and commonwealths. Locally, law enforcement is issuing strong warnings to keep protests peaceful, emphasizing zero tolerance for violence. Florida officials have mobilized resources, including local police, state agencies, and the National Guard as a precaution. The tension reflects heightened political divisions nationwide, with protests symbolizing broader struggles over immigration policy and civil rights.
No Kings Day anti-Trump protests in Daytona Beach
FOX 35's Matt Trezza joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer and Morgan Parrish live from the No Kings Day protests in Daytona Beach, Volusia County and protestor Judy Diemer to discuss her reasons for joining anti-Trump demonstrations and her issues with President Trump's actions and policies, from immigration to alleged executive overreach. "No Kings Day" protests are being held nationwide this weekend to protest President Donald Trump’s policies. Demonstrators are expected to rally in almost 2,000 cities on Saturday, and it will coincide with Trump’s military parade, commemorating the Army’s 250th anniversary, which also happens to be the president’s birthday and Flag Day. The No Kings Day of Defiance has been organized to reject authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics, and the militarization of the country’s democracy, according to a statement by organizers. The No Kings Day of Defiance is expected to be the largest single-day mobilization since Trump returned to office, organizers said. Organizers said they are preparing for millions of people to take to the streets across all 50 states and commonwealths. Locally, law enforcement is issuing strong warnings to keep protests peaceful, emphasizing zero tolerance for violence. Florida officials have mobilized resources, including local police, state agencies, and the National Guard as a precaution. The tension reflects heightened political divisions nationwide, with protests symbolizing broader struggles over immigration policy and civil rights.
FOX 35's Matt Trezza joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer and Morgan Parrish live from the No Kings Day protests in Daytona Beach, Volusia County and protestor Judy Diemer to discuss her reasons for joining anti-Trump demonstrations and her issues with President Trump's actions and policies, from immigration to alleged executive overreach. "No Kings Day" protests are being held nationwide this weekend to protest President Donald Trump’s policies. Demonstrators are expected to rally in almost 2,000 cities on Saturday, and it will coincide with Trump’s military parade, commemorating the Army’s 250th anniversary, which also happens to be the president’s birthday and Flag Day. The No Kings Day of Defiance has been organized to reject authoritarianism, billionaire-first politics, and the militarization of the country’s democracy, according to a statement by organizers. The No Kings Day of Defiance is expected to be the largest single-day mobilization since Trump returned to office, organizers said. Organizers said they are preparing for millions of people to take to the streets across all 50 states and commonwealths. Locally, law enforcement is issuing strong warnings to keep protests peaceful, emphasizing zero tolerance for violence. Florida officials have mobilized resources, including local police, state agencies, and the National Guard as a precaution. The tension reflects heightened political divisions nationwide, with protests symbolizing broader struggles over immigration policy and civil rights.
Top 4 news stories you need to know: June 13, 2025
FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith and Garrett Wymer break down the top news stories you need to know, from the ongoing missile strikes between Israel and Iran as Iran retaliates and sends strikes towards Tel Aviv after Israel bombed Tehran, Titusville Police releasing edited bodycam video from a February deadly shooting, a family from Apopka fighting their deportations and No Kings protests scheduled across Florida and the United States tomorrow in direct opposition to the Trump military parade.
FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith and Garrett Wymer break down the top news stories you need to know, from the ongoing missile strikes between Israel and Iran as Iran retaliates and sends strikes towards Tel Aviv after Israel bombed Tehran, Titusville Police releasing edited bodycam video from a February deadly shooting, a family from Apopka fighting their deportations and No Kings protests scheduled across Florida and the United States tomorrow in direct opposition to the Trump military parade.
Friday the 13th coming to Halloween Horror Nights
Tharin White, Lead Publisher at EYNTK.info joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the new Friday the 13th haunted house coming to Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights, plus everything Summer Spectacular at SeaWorld Orlando, from the new drone show to the emperor penguins and a super-early tease of what's coming to Howl-O-Scream.
Tharin White, Lead Publisher at EYNTK.info joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the new Friday the 13th haunted house coming to Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights, plus everything Summer Spectacular at SeaWorld Orlando, from the new drone show to the emperor penguins and a super-early tease of what's coming to Howl-O-Scream.
No Kings Day anti-Trump protests across Florida, U.S.
As a lavish military parade rolls through the streets of Washington, D.C., Saturday, millions of Americans in nearly 2,000 cities will be rallying against President Trump on his 79th birthday. No Kings Day of Defiance demonstrations will be held nationwide to reject authoritarianism and the militarization of America?s democracy, organizers say. Michael Kniant, a spokesperson for Brevard No Kings Day of Resistance, and Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer on the plans for tomorrow's protests in Brevard County and Cocoa, which is expecting 2,000 people at their rally. Law enforcement and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier have warned protestors of severe consequences for violence or destruction if they break out from these protests.
As a lavish military parade rolls through the streets of Washington, D.C., Saturday, millions of Americans in nearly 2,000 cities will be rallying against President Trump on his 79th birthday. No Kings Day of Defiance demonstrations will be held nationwide to reject authoritarianism and the militarization of America?s democracy, organizers say. Michael Kniant, a spokesperson for Brevard No Kings Day of Resistance, and Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer on the plans for tomorrow's protests in Brevard County and Cocoa, which is expecting 2,000 people at their rally. Law enforcement and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier have warned protestors of severe consequences for violence or destruction if they break out from these protests.
Remembering Pulse: The path to a permanent memorial
Dr. Larry Schooler, Pulse Memorial Advisory Committee Facilitator, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer via Zoom to discuss the path to creating a permanent memorial to honor the victims of the Pulse shooting at the site of the Pulse nightclub. The City of Orlando purchased the nightclub property in October 2023 and the Pulse Memorial Advisory Committee began meeting in July 2024 before presenting their final concept to the city in February 2025. Dr. Schooler spoke on the process of soliciting community input to build the memorial and the meaning of the design elements as Orlando gets closer to having a permanent memorial to honor the victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting. Thursday marks nine years since a gunman opened fire at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida, killing 49 people and leaving 53 wounded. Survivors and families of the 49 victims killed in the Pulse Nightclub shooting were invited this week to walk through the nightclub for the first time since the June 12, 2016, massacre, just before the site is demolished. FOX 35's live team coverage includes Pulse survivors and victims' families speaking on their trips inside the Pulse nightclub site, the designer behind the permanent memorial and how the city of Orlando and Orange County choose to honor the victims of this tragedy. Pulse was hosting a Latin Night when Omar Mateen opened fire, killing 49 and wounding 53 in what was then the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history. Survivors and families had long pushed for meaningful access to the site and a permanent tribute, but a controversial foundation failed to deliver on its $100 million memorial plan, prompting the city to step in.
Dr. Larry Schooler, Pulse Memorial Advisory Committee Facilitator, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer via Zoom to discuss the path to creating a permanent memorial to honor the victims of the Pulse shooting at the site of the Pulse nightclub. The City of Orlando purchased the nightclub property in October 2023 and the Pulse Memorial Advisory Committee began meeting in July 2024 before presenting their final concept to the city in February 2025. Dr. Schooler spoke on the process of soliciting community input to build the memorial and the meaning of the design elements as Orlando gets closer to having a permanent memorial to honor the victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting. Thursday marks nine years since a gunman opened fire at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida, killing 49 people and leaving 53 wounded. Survivors and families of the 49 victims killed in the Pulse Nightclub shooting were invited this week to walk through the nightclub for the first time since the June 12, 2016, massacre, just before the site is demolished. FOX 35's live team coverage includes Pulse survivors and victims' families speaking on their trips inside the Pulse nightclub site, the designer behind the permanent memorial and how the city of Orlando and Orange County choose to honor the victims of this tragedy. Pulse was hosting a Latin Night when Omar Mateen opened fire, killing 49 and wounding 53 in what was then the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history. Survivors and families had long pushed for meaningful access to the site and a permanent tribute, but a controversial foundation failed to deliver on its $100 million memorial plan, prompting the city to step in.
Remembering Pulse: Survivors and victims' families talk
Survivors and victim's families speak on their decisions to tour or avoid touring the Pulse nightclub site ahead of its planned demolition to begin construction of a permanent memorial. The City of Orlando says 25 of the 49 victims' families chose to tour the site and around 250 people signed up total. Thursday marks nine years since a gunman opened fire at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida, killing 49 people and leaving 53 wounded. Survivors and families of the 49 victims killed in the Pulse Nightclub shooting were invited this week to walk through the nightclub for the first time since the June 12, 2016, massacre, just before the site is demolished. FOX 35's live team coverage includes Pulse survivors and victims' families speaking on their trips inside the Pulse nightclub site, the designer behind the permanent memorial and how the city of Orlando and Orange County choose to honor the victims of this tragedy. Pulse was hosting a Latin Night when Omar Mateen opened fire, killing 49 and wounding 53 in what was then the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history. Survivors and families had long pushed for meaningful access to the site and a permanent tribute, but a controversial foundation failed to deliver on its $100 million memorial plan, prompting the city to step in.
Survivors and victim's families speak on their decisions to tour or avoid touring the Pulse nightclub site ahead of its planned demolition to begin construction of a permanent memorial. The City of Orlando says 25 of the 49 victims' families chose to tour the site and around 250 people signed up total. Thursday marks nine years since a gunman opened fire at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida, killing 49 people and leaving 53 wounded. Survivors and families of the 49 victims killed in the Pulse Nightclub shooting were invited this week to walk through the nightclub for the first time since the June 12, 2016, massacre, just before the site is demolished. FOX 35's live team coverage includes Pulse survivors and victims' families speaking on their trips inside the Pulse nightclub site, the designer behind the permanent memorial and how the city of Orlando and Orange County choose to honor the victims of this tragedy. Pulse was hosting a Latin Night when Omar Mateen opened fire, killing 49 and wounding 53 in what was then the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history. Survivors and families had long pushed for meaningful access to the site and a permanent tribute, but a controversial foundation failed to deliver on its $100 million memorial plan, prompting the city to step in.
Remembering Pulse: Annual remembrance ceremony tonight
FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live ahead of the annual Pulse remembrance ceremony scheduled for 5:30pm at the First United Methodist Church in Downtown Orlando. The ceremony will include the reading of the names of the 49 victims, the tolling of 49 bells, remarks from family members and survivors and musical and cultural performances to honor the memories of the fallen angels. Thursday marks nine years since a gunman opened fire at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida, killing 49 people and leaving 53 wounded. Survivors and families of the 49 victims killed in the Pulse Nightclub shooting were invited this week to walk through the nightclub for the first time since the June 12, 2016, massacre, just before the site is demolished. FOX 35's live team coverage includes Pulse survivors and victims' families speaking on their trips inside the Pulse nightclub site, the designer behind the permanent memorial and how the city of Orlando and Orange County choose to honor the victims of this tragedy. Pulse was hosting a Latin Night when Omar Mateen opened fire, killing 49 and wounding 53 in what was then the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history. Survivors and families had long pushed for meaningful access to the site and a permanent tribute, but a controversial foundation failed to deliver on its $100 million memorial plan, prompting the city to step in.
FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live ahead of the annual Pulse remembrance ceremony scheduled for 5:30pm at the First United Methodist Church in Downtown Orlando. The ceremony will include the reading of the names of the 49 victims, the tolling of 49 bells, remarks from family members and survivors and musical and cultural performances to honor the memories of the fallen angels. Thursday marks nine years since a gunman opened fire at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida, killing 49 people and leaving 53 wounded. Survivors and families of the 49 victims killed in the Pulse Nightclub shooting were invited this week to walk through the nightclub for the first time since the June 12, 2016, massacre, just before the site is demolished. FOX 35's live team coverage includes Pulse survivors and victims' families speaking on their trips inside the Pulse nightclub site, the designer behind the permanent memorial and how the city of Orlando and Orange County choose to honor the victims of this tragedy. Pulse was hosting a Latin Night when Omar Mateen opened fire, killing 49 and wounding 53 in what was then the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history. Survivors and families had long pushed for meaningful access to the site and a permanent tribute, but a controversial foundation failed to deliver on its $100 million memorial plan, prompting the city to step in.
Remembering Pulse: Orlando Ribbon Project honors the 49
Ben Johansen, Founder of the Orlando Ribbon Project joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to talk about his work with the Orlando Ribbon Project created to honor the 49 angels and the project coming up on 2 million ribbons sent across more than 60 countries and every continent on the world, and what those ribbons mean in honoring the angels and the LGBTQ+ community. Thursday marks nine years since a gunman opened fire at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida, killing 49 people and leaving 53 wounded. Survivors and families of the 49 victims killed in the Pulse Nightclub shooting were invited this week to walk through the nightclub for the first time since the June 12, 2016, massacre, just before the site is demolished. FOX 35's live team coverage includes Pulse survivors and victims' families speaking on their trips inside the Pulse nightclub site, the designer behind the permanent memorial and how the city of Orlando and Orange County choose to honor the victims of this tragedy. Pulse was hosting a Latin Night when Omar Mateen opened fire, killing 49 and wounding 53 in what was then the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history. Survivors and families had long pushed for meaningful access to the site and a permanent tribute, but a controversial foundation failed to deliver on its $100 million memorial plan, prompting the city to step in.
Ben Johansen, Founder of the Orlando Ribbon Project joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to talk about his work with the Orlando Ribbon Project created to honor the 49 angels and the project coming up on 2 million ribbons sent across more than 60 countries and every continent on the world, and what those ribbons mean in honoring the angels and the LGBTQ+ community. Thursday marks nine years since a gunman opened fire at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida, killing 49 people and leaving 53 wounded. Survivors and families of the 49 victims killed in the Pulse Nightclub shooting were invited this week to walk through the nightclub for the first time since the June 12, 2016, massacre, just before the site is demolished. FOX 35's live team coverage includes Pulse survivors and victims' families speaking on their trips inside the Pulse nightclub site, the designer behind the permanent memorial and how the city of Orlando and Orange County choose to honor the victims of this tragedy. Pulse was hosting a Latin Night when Omar Mateen opened fire, killing 49 and wounding 53 in what was then the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history. Survivors and families had long pushed for meaningful access to the site and a permanent tribute, but a controversial foundation failed to deliver on its $100 million memorial plan, prompting the city to step in.