2nd flesh-eating bacteria death reported in Fla. this year
The second death tied to the "flesh-eating" Vibrio vulnificus in Florida has been reported, according to health officials, alongside several additional cases. Dr. Norman Beatty, UF Associate Professor of Medicine, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest on the case, and what Floridians should do to keep themselves safe.
The second death tied to the "flesh-eating" Vibrio vulnificus in Florida has been reported, according to health officials, alongside several additional cases. Dr. Norman Beatty, UF Associate Professor of Medicine, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest on the case, and what Floridians should do to keep themselves safe.
Florida leprosy cases are on the rise
In August 2026, Florida has recorded 19 statewide cases of Hansen's disease, also known as leprosy, keeping pace with a recent multi-year high that saw a record 36 cases reported across the state in 2025. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer speaks with Dr. Norman Beatty, Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Florida about the reasons behind the rise and what you can do to stay safe.
In August 2026, Florida has recorded 19 statewide cases of Hansen's disease, also known as leprosy, keeping pace with a recent multi-year high that saw a record 36 cases reported across the state in 2025. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer speaks with Dr. Norman Beatty, Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Florida about the reasons behind the rise and what you can do to stay safe.
Swift Observatory boost mission faces setbacks
Engineers have successfully slowed the spinning of the LINK satellite to just one degree per second following a late July anomaly that caused it to tumble across multiple axes. Ken Kremer, Managing Editor for Space UpClose, joined FOX 53's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down the latest.
Engineers have successfully slowed the spinning of the LINK satellite to just one degree per second following a late July anomaly that caused it to tumble across multiple axes. Ken Kremer, Managing Editor for Space UpClose, joined FOX 53's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to break down the latest.
Fmr. investigator reacts to Polk Co. K9 unit shot during Florida arrest
Former sheriff's detective and investigator James Copenhaver joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the relationship between K9 units and their assigned deputies after Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says a suspect opened fire on deputies during an attempted arrest, forcing the department to airlift K9 Ace to Lakewood Ranch.
Former sheriff's detective and investigator James Copenhaver joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the relationship between K9 units and their assigned deputies after Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says a suspect opened fire on deputies during an attempted arrest, forcing the department to airlift K9 Ace to Lakewood Ranch.
Second arrest made in DeLand double murder case
Police have arrested a second suspect in connection to a fatal DeLand double murder, charging 41-year-old Daytron W. Etkins as an accessory after the fact. Investigators say Etkins actively helped his 17-year-old son, primary suspect Keyan Rundell, evade law enforcement following the fatal shootings of Dustin Rose and Samson Campbell. Etkins was taken into custody in Eustis after a joint operation between DeLand police and Lake County authorities. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer covered the breaking news live.
Police have arrested a second suspect in connection to a fatal DeLand double murder, charging 41-year-old Daytron W. Etkins as an accessory after the fact. Investigators say Etkins actively helped his 17-year-old son, primary suspect Keyan Rundell, evade law enforcement following the fatal shootings of Dustin Rose and Samson Campbell. Etkins was taken into custody in Eustis after a joint operation between DeLand police and Lake County authorities. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer covered the breaking news live.
FAA Investigates Marine One Near-Miss With Passenger Jet
A near-miss between Marine One and a passenger jet has prompted an investigation into air traffic control procedures. The commercial flight was cleared for takeoff despite being within a mile of Donald Trump's helicopter. Former Marine One Commander, Captain Ron Alvarado, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to discuss how the dangerous overlap occurred and how future occurrences can potentially be prevented.
A near-miss between Marine One and a passenger jet has prompted an investigation into air traffic control procedures. The commercial flight was cleared for takeoff despite being within a mile of Donald Trump's helicopter. Former Marine One Commander, Captain Ron Alvarado, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom to discuss how the dangerous overlap occurred and how future occurrences can potentially be prevented.
Mayra Uribe's plan for Orange County Mayor
FOX35 is speaking to Orange County Mayoral Candidates as the race continues. Commissioner Mayra Uribe sat down with FOX35's Garrett Wymer to talk about her transportation plans and her take on the potential plan to bring the Dreamers team to Orlando.
FOX35 is speaking to Orange County Mayoral Candidates as the race continues. Commissioner Mayra Uribe sat down with FOX35's Garrett Wymer to talk about her transportation plans and her take on the potential plan to bring the Dreamers team to Orlando.
Stephanie Murphy's plan for Orange County
With Election Day rapidly approaching, the fight for Orange County’s mayoral seat centers on one defining issue: the rising cost of living. Former Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy sat down with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to discuss her campaign for Orange County Mayor.
With Election Day rapidly approaching, the fight for Orange County’s mayoral seat centers on one defining issue: the rising cost of living. Former Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy sat down with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to discuss her campaign for Orange County Mayor.
New GTA 6 'Extended Look' to debut on Netflix
Kahlief Adams, CEO of Spawn on Me Entertainment joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer LIVE via Zoom to break down the announcement of Rockstar Games debuting an extended look at the highly-anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI video game, debuting on Netflix on August 27. Plus, updates on the status of GTA VI and what we could see from this presentation.
Kahlief Adams, CEO of Spawn on Me Entertainment joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer LIVE via Zoom to break down the announcement of Rockstar Games debuting an extended look at the highly-anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI video game, debuting on Netflix on August 27. Plus, updates on the status of GTA VI and what we could see from this presentation.
The U.S. running out of long ranged missiles, reports say
The rapid expenditure of high-tech precision missiles against Iran has pushed America's military supply lines to a critical tipping point, according to reports. Draining global reserves faster than defense contractors can manufacture replacements, the shortage leaves military planners facing a high-stakes dilemma. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer spoke with Philip Sheers, Associate Fellow on the Defense Program for the Center for New American Security live over Zoom.
The rapid expenditure of high-tech precision missiles against Iran has pushed America's military supply lines to a critical tipping point, according to reports. Draining global reserves faster than defense contractors can manufacture replacements, the shortage leaves military planners facing a high-stakes dilemma. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer spoke with Philip Sheers, Associate Fellow on the Defense Program for the Center for New American Security live over Zoom.
SpaceX rocket crash creates new moon crater
Zac Aubert, CEO of The Launch Pad Network joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest details on the Blue Origin rocket explosion after the company's report became public, as well as the impacts of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket slamming into the moon at 5,400 mph creating a new crater on the Moon's surface.
Zac Aubert, CEO of The Launch Pad Network joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the latest details on the Blue Origin rocket explosion after the company's report became public, as well as the impacts of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket slamming into the moon at 5,400 mph creating a new crater on the Moon's surface.
UCF's Coach Bear leads Utah Talons to 2nd AUSL title
Fresh off leading the Utah Talons to a second AUSL championship, UCF Softball Head Coach Cindy "Coach Bear" Ball-Malone spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about the huge win and what comes next.
Fresh off leading the Utah Talons to a second AUSL championship, UCF Softball Head Coach Cindy "Coach Bear" Ball-Malone spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about the huge win and what comes next.
'Spiderman: Brand New Day' shatters box office records
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has officially taken the global box office by storm, shattering domestic opening records and swinging past the $1 billion milestone in just six days. Powered by immense fan hype and stellar word-of-mouth, Tom Holland’s latest Marvel outing is proving to be a massive theatrical juggernaut. FOX 35's Reina Nieves spoke with Jerry Houston, At-Large Officer of the Critics Association of Central Florida, about what this means for movies in 2026.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has officially taken the global box office by storm, shattering domestic opening records and swinging past the $1 billion milestone in just six days. Powered by immense fan hype and stellar word-of-mouth, Tom Holland’s latest Marvel outing is proving to be a massive theatrical juggernaut. FOX 35's Reina Nieves spoke with Jerry Houston, At-Large Officer of the Critics Association of Central Florida, about what this means for movies in 2026.
DeLand murder suspect arrested by U.S. Marshals
Chief of Police Jason Umberger with the DeLand Police Department held a news conference Wednesday afternoon, providing updates on the arrest of a 17-year-old in charged with the murder of two teenagers in DeLand on July 29. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer took the news conference live.
Chief of Police Jason Umberger with the DeLand Police Department held a news conference Wednesday afternoon, providing updates on the arrest of a 17-year-old in charged with the murder of two teenagers in DeLand on July 29. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer took the news conference live.
Tiffany Moore Russell's plan for Orange Co. Mayor
Tiffany Moore Russell, Orange County Clerk of Courts joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to share the state of her campaign for Orange County Mayor and the big issues she plans to address, from her perspective on making Orange County and Central Florida more affordable, cutting property taxes to whether she supports the Orlando Dreamers in their quest for nearly $1 billion to build a new MLB-caliber stadium.
Tiffany Moore Russell, Orange County Clerk of Courts joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to share the state of her campaign for Orange County Mayor and the big issues she plans to address, from her perspective on making Orange County and Central Florida more affordable, cutting property taxes to whether she supports the Orlando Dreamers in their quest for nearly $1 billion to build a new MLB-caliber stadium.
South Fla. steakhouse offers 'classy' nude dining
South Florida’s C.L.A.S.S. Soiree Steakhouse is turning up the heat by introducing monthly nude dining nights in Hollywood, Florida. Guests can leave their clothes at the door and enjoy a premium five-course meal completely in the buff. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer spoke with owner Chef Maurad Ali, and hostess Tashiba Hart.
South Florida’s C.L.A.S.S. Soiree Steakhouse is turning up the heat by introducing monthly nude dining nights in Hollywood, Florida. Guests can leave their clothes at the door and enjoy a premium five-course meal completely in the buff. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer spoke with owner Chef Maurad Ali, and hostess Tashiba Hart.
Walt Disney World leads $10b quarter for Disney
Ashley Carter, FOX 35 Digital Content Creator joins Garrett Wymer to break down the Disney company earnings call, highlighted by a nearly $10 billion quarter for Disney Experiences, spearheaded by $7 billion in revenue from Walt Disney World in Orlando and Disneyland in California.
Ashley Carter, FOX 35 Digital Content Creator joins Garrett Wymer to break down the Disney company earnings call, highlighted by a nearly $10 billion quarter for Disney Experiences, spearheaded by $7 billion in revenue from Walt Disney World in Orlando and Disneyland in California.
Did the Rays do enough at the MLB Trade Deadline?
Alex Murphy, Co-Founder of the Rays the Roof Podcast joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the Tampa Bay Rays' big trade deadline, headlined by the acquisitions of starting pitcher Freddy Peralta from the New York Mets, catcher and first baseman Liam Hicks from the Miami Marlins and outfielder Jack Suwinski from the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Alex Murphy, Co-Founder of the Rays the Roof Podcast joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the Tampa Bay Rays' big trade deadline, headlined by the acquisitions of starting pitcher Freddy Peralta from the New York Mets, catcher and first baseman Liam Hicks from the Miami Marlins and outfielder Jack Suwinski from the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Community Crossroads: Places for splashing and sipping
Looking for the ultimate weekend plans in Orlando? Start August off right by relaxing by a resort pool or in Kelly Rock Park Springs. Sipping more your style? Find drinks and more at Boxi Park or The Black Sheep Shop. Ashley Edward and Sarh Barkley from UNATION join FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom for this week's Community Crossroads.
Looking for the ultimate weekend plans in Orlando? Start August off right by relaxing by a resort pool or in Kelly Rock Park Springs. Sipping more your style? Find drinks and more at Boxi Park or The Black Sheep Shop. Ashley Edward and Sarh Barkley from UNATION join FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live over Zoom for this week's Community Crossroads.
FIFA’s $20B World Cup Stake Proposal Sparks Outrage
Global soccer is facing an unprecedented controversy as major confederations unite against FIFA's plan to privatize World Cup commercial rights. Governing bodies—who claim they were blind-sided by media leaks—have soundly rejected Infantino’s $40 million voting incentive, with UEFA promising to boycott all FIFA events if the deal advances. Kieran Maguire, Associate Professor in Football Finance at the University of Liverpool in the UK, joined FOX 35 News+ to breakdown the latest in this saga.
Global soccer is facing an unprecedented controversy as major confederations unite against FIFA's plan to privatize World Cup commercial rights. Governing bodies—who claim they were blind-sided by media leaks—have soundly rejected Infantino’s $40 million voting incentive, with UEFA promising to boycott all FIFA events if the deal advances. Kieran Maguire, Associate Professor in Football Finance at the University of Liverpool in the UK, joined FOX 35 News+ to breakdown the latest in this saga.