Top 4 news stories you need to know: April 9, 2025
FOX 35's Garrett Wymer and Marlisa Goldsmith break down the top news stories of the day, including President Donald Trump raising tariffs on China to 125% while pausing others, the husband of the deadly Seminole County carjacking victim expecting to take a plea deal, a tense hearing for NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman where Senator Ed Markey grilled him on his relationship with Elon Musk, and Amazon's Project Kuiper launch scheduled to set off for space at 7pm. Watch FOX 35 News+ with Garrett Wymer weekdays from 11 a.m. - noon, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. on the FOX Local app. Watch Florida Live weekdays from 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. for the latest breaking news, political updates in Orlando, Tampa, and Central Florida.
FOX 35's Garrett Wymer and Marlisa Goldsmith break down the top news stories of the day, including President Donald Trump raising tariffs on China to 125% while pausing others, the husband of the deadly Seminole County carjacking victim expecting to take a plea deal, a tense hearing for NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman where Senator Ed Markey grilled him on his relationship with Elon Musk, and Amazon's Project Kuiper launch scheduled to set off for space at 7pm. Watch FOX 35 News+ with Garrett Wymer weekdays from 11 a.m. - noon, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. on the FOX Local app. Watch Florida Live weekdays from 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. for the latest breaking news, political updates in Orlando, Tampa, and Central Florida.
Tariff concerns delay US Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders
Tariff concerns are impacting tech companies across the globe. Apple reportedly sent 5 airplanes full of iPhones to the US to avoid President Trump's increased tariffs and Nintendo pausing pre-orders for the upcoming Switch 2 console which were supposed to open today. Gene Park, reporter with the Washington Post, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the latest news and possible next steps for the world's biggest tech and video gaming companies.
Tariff concerns are impacting tech companies across the globe. Apple reportedly sent 5 airplanes full of iPhones to the US to avoid President Trump's increased tariffs and Nintendo pausing pre-orders for the upcoming Switch 2 console which were supposed to open today. Gene Park, reporter with the Washington Post, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the latest news and possible next steps for the world's biggest tech and video gaming companies.
Science behind AI-processed images to crack cold cases
Fort Myers police hope a new image can help crack a cold case surrounding Bryan Dos Santos Gomes, who has been missing since 2006 after he was abducted by knifepoint at 4 weeks old. Colin McNally, Supervising forensic artist with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the science behind creating these images, and how age-progressed images can help crack decades-old cold cases.
Fort Myers police hope a new image can help crack a cold case surrounding Bryan Dos Santos Gomes, who has been missing since 2006 after he was abducted by knifepoint at 4 weeks old. Colin McNally, Supervising forensic artist with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the science behind creating these images, and how age-progressed images can help crack decades-old cold cases.
Top 4 stories you need to know: April 8
FOX 35's LuAnne Sorrell and Garrett Wymer break down four big stories on Tuesday, April 8 - including the Florida Gators' national championship, the answers Rep. Maxwell Frost wants from Elon Musk, a scam suspect flown back to central Florida, and Epic Universe announcing passholder previews.
FOX 35's LuAnne Sorrell and Garrett Wymer break down four big stories on Tuesday, April 8 - including the Florida Gators' national championship, the answers Rep. Maxwell Frost wants from Elon Musk, a scam suspect flown back to central Florida, and Epic Universe announcing passholder previews.
UF beats Houston for national title. How'd they do it?
Brandon Kravitz, co-host of "In the Zone" on 96.9 FM The Game, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer and Amy Kaufeldt to break down the national championship game and how the Gators were able to outlast the Houston Cougars despite trailing by 12 at one point earlier in the game.
Brandon Kravitz, co-host of "In the Zone" on 96.9 FM The Game, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer and Amy Kaufeldt to break down the national championship game and how the Gators were able to outlast the Houston Cougars despite trailing by 12 at one point earlier in the game.
Florida makes history with national championship win
While waiting for the Florida Gators men's basketball team to arrive back on the UF campus in Gainesville, FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt and Garrett Wymer talk about the national championship game, reaction to the big win, and several players' ties to central Florida.
While waiting for the Florida Gators men's basketball team to arrive back on the UF campus in Gainesville, FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt and Garrett Wymer talk about the national championship game, reaction to the big win, and several players' ties to central Florida.
What UF's national championship means for the program
Kevin Brockway, Florida Gators beat reporter for the Gainesville Sun, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about what the program's third national championship means and how Head Coach Todd Golden can continue to build on the success.
Kevin Brockway, Florida Gators beat reporter for the Gainesville Sun, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about what the program's third national championship means and how Head Coach Todd Golden can continue to build on the success.
Tensions rise between DeSantis, Fla. House Republicans
POLITICO reporter Gary Fineout spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about the latest in Florida politics on this edition of 'Playbook Tuesday' with POLITICO Florida on Florida Live.
POLITICO reporter Gary Fineout spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about the latest in Florida politics on this edition of 'Playbook Tuesday' with POLITICO Florida on Florida Live.
Rep. Frost wants transparency from Elon Musk about NASA
Rep. Maxwell Frost, D-Florida District 10, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about the investigation that congressional Democrats hope to launch into potential conflicts of interest with Elon Musk when it comes to NASA and contracts with his private space company, SpaceX.
Rep. Maxwell Frost, D-Florida District 10, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about the investigation that congressional Democrats hope to launch into potential conflicts of interest with Elon Musk when it comes to NASA and contracts with his private space company, SpaceX.
Is relationship between Rays owner, fans souring?
JP Peterson, host of The JP Peterson Show, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about the ongoing stadium saga for the Tampa Bay Rays and what the seemingly deteriorating relationship between the team's owner and elected officials in the region means for the future.
JP Peterson, host of The JP Peterson Show, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about the ongoing stadium saga for the Tampa Bay Rays and what the seemingly deteriorating relationship between the team's owner and elected officials in the region means for the future.
Top 4 news stories you need to know: April 7, 2025
FOX 35's John Brown and Garrett Wymer break down the news stories you need to know, including the latest on President Trump's tariff threats against China and trade talks with Israel, the reaction to the Westgate Resort founder's death, a man run over while sunbathing on Ormond Beach, and the Florida Gators seeking their 3rd National Championship tonight against Houston. Watch FOX 35 News+ with Garrett Wymer weekdays from 11 a.m. - noon, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. on the FOX Local app. Watch Florida Live weekdays from 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. for the latest breaking news, political updates in Orlando, Tampa, and Central Florida.
FOX 35's John Brown and Garrett Wymer break down the news stories you need to know, including the latest on President Trump's tariff threats against China and trade talks with Israel, the reaction to the Westgate Resort founder's death, a man run over while sunbathing on Ormond Beach, and the Florida Gators seeking their 3rd National Championship tonight against Houston. Watch FOX 35 News+ with Garrett Wymer weekdays from 11 a.m. - noon, 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. on the FOX Local app. Watch Florida Live weekdays from 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. for the latest breaking news, political updates in Orlando, Tampa, and Central Florida.
Science behind MLB's new 'torpedo bats'
Driveline Baseball Tampa Lead Hitting Trainer Travis Fitta joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the new torpedo bats making waves across Major League Baseball, why hitters may choose this new bat to hit the ball harder, and why it's all perfectly legal according to MLB.
Driveline Baseball Tampa Lead Hitting Trainer Travis Fitta joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the new torpedo bats making waves across Major League Baseball, why hitters may choose this new bat to hit the ball harder, and why it's all perfectly legal according to MLB.
Inside Epic Universe: Celestial Park and Dark Universe
FOX 35's David Martin and Garrett Wymer take you inside Epic Universe to check out Celestial Park and another world the LIVE audience of FOX 35 News+ selected this morning!
FOX 35's David Martin and Garrett Wymer take you inside Epic Universe to check out Celestial Park and another world the LIVE audience of FOX 35 News+ selected this morning!
Top 4 news stories you need to know today: April 4, 2025
FOX 35's John Brown and Garrett Wymer break down the top 4 news stories you need to know today, including U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi announcing the arrest of several MS-13 gang members in connection with a string of murders in South Florida, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier vowing to review State Attorney Monique Worrell's new policy of not accepting new non-arrest cases from law enforcement, a Florida woman rescuing her dog from the jaws of an alligator, and the Florida Gators basketball team preparing for their matchup against the Auburn Tigers in the NCAA Final Four tomorrow night.
FOX 35's John Brown and Garrett Wymer break down the top 4 news stories you need to know today, including U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi announcing the arrest of several MS-13 gang members in connection with a string of murders in South Florida, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier vowing to review State Attorney Monique Worrell's new policy of not accepting new non-arrest cases from law enforcement, a Florida woman rescuing her dog from the jaws of an alligator, and the Florida Gators basketball team preparing for their matchup against the Auburn Tigers in the NCAA Final Four tomorrow night.
Up close and personal with white rhinos at ZooTampa
Mallory Register, Animal Care Professional, took FOX 35's Garrett Wymer up close and personal with the Southern White Rhinos at ZooTampa, and lets you know how you can put your hands on these incredible animals at ZooTampa!
Mallory Register, Animal Care Professional, took FOX 35's Garrett Wymer up close and personal with the Southern White Rhinos at ZooTampa, and lets you know how you can put your hands on these incredible animals at ZooTampa!
Impact of State Attorney refusing new non-arrest cases
State Attorney Monique Worrell's decision to refuse non-arrest cases is causing tension between her office and Orange County Sheriff John Mina, who voiced his opposition to this new procedure. James Copenhaver, former Sheriff's Detective and Investigator joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the impact of these cases no longer going to the State Attorney's Office, and the potential fallout of Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier vowing to look into this policy change.
State Attorney Monique Worrell's decision to refuse non-arrest cases is causing tension between her office and Orange County Sheriff John Mina, who voiced his opposition to this new procedure. James Copenhaver, former Sheriff's Detective and Investigator joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the impact of these cases no longer going to the State Attorney's Office, and the potential fallout of Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier vowing to look into this policy change.
Trump tariff impacts on your investments: hold or sell?
The sweeping tariffs enacted by President Donald this week are having huge impacts on the stock market and international trade. Joe Bert, certified planner and Chairman/CEO of Certified Financial Group in Altamonte Springs, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to discuss how these tariffs could impact your investments and retirement funds and the importance of staying away from emotional decisions when it comes to your accounts.
The sweeping tariffs enacted by President Donald this week are having huge impacts on the stock market and international trade. Joe Bert, certified planner and Chairman/CEO of Certified Financial Group in Altamonte Springs, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to discuss how these tariffs could impact your investments and retirement funds and the importance of staying away from emotional decisions when it comes to your accounts.
UF Gators play Auburn Tigers in NCAA Final Four
The Florida Gators Basketball team takes on the Auburn Tigers in the NCAA Tournament semifinals tomorrow night in San Antonio, Texas. Kevin Brockway, Florida Gators Beat Reporter for the Gainesville Sun, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the Gators' matchup and what they need to make it to the National Championship.
The Florida Gators Basketball team takes on the Auburn Tigers in the NCAA Tournament semifinals tomorrow night in San Antonio, Texas. Kevin Brockway, Florida Gators Beat Reporter for the Gainesville Sun, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the Gators' matchup and what they need to make it to the National Championship.
UCF in College Basketball Crown with NIL cash at stake
Jim Jackson, FOX Sports college basketball announcer, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the College Basketball Crown, a high-stakes tournament including UCF where players compete for glory and NIL money.
Jim Jackson, FOX Sports college basketball announcer, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the College Basketball Crown, a high-stakes tournament including UCF where players compete for glory and NIL money.
Top 4 news stories you need to know today: April 3, 2025
FOX 35's LuAnne Sorrell and Garrett Wymer break down the top 4 news stories you need to know today, including the stock market plunging on the first day of President Donald Trump's tariffs going into effect, prosecutors seeking the death penalty for two suspects in a Tavares child abuse and murder case, two suspects arrested in Orlando for staging a home invasion to cover up an alleged murder, and Colorado State University projecting an above-average hurricane season for 2025.
FOX 35's LuAnne Sorrell and Garrett Wymer break down the top 4 news stories you need to know today, including the stock market plunging on the first day of President Donald Trump's tariffs going into effect, prosecutors seeking the death penalty for two suspects in a Tavares child abuse and murder case, two suspects arrested in Orlando for staging a home invasion to cover up an alleged murder, and Colorado State University projecting an above-average hurricane season for 2025.