Top 4 stories you need to know: Jan. 1
FOX 35's John Brown joined FOX 35 News+ to break down four big stories of the day, including what we're learning about the New Orleans truck crash attack, two people in Florida killed by celebratory gunfire on NYE, the state's new homelessness law going into effect, and New Year's resolutions.
FOX 35's John Brown joined FOX 35 News+ to break down four big stories of the day, including what we're learning about the New Orleans truck crash attack, two people in Florida killed by celebratory gunfire on NYE, the state's new homelessness law going into effect, and New Year's resolutions.
5 trials to watch in 2025
FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt and Garrett Wymer break down five high-profile criminal cases in Central Florida that are scheduled to go to trial in 2025, including Stephen Sterns, Keith Moses, Tyshael Martin and Regina Hill.
FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt and Garrett Wymer break down five high-profile criminal cases in Central Florida that are scheduled to go to trial in 2025, including Stephen Sterns, Keith Moses, Tyshael Martin and Regina Hill.
The history behind Orange County's 200th birthday
Rachel Williams, historian at the Orange County Regional History Center, joined FOX 35 News+ to share some interesting facts about the history of Orange County as it celebrates its 200th birthday - including why its current name is much more welcoming than its original one.
Rachel Williams, historian at the Orange County Regional History Center, joined FOX 35 News+ to share some interesting facts about the history of Orange County as it celebrates its 200th birthday - including why its current name is much more welcoming than its original one.
NOLA attack: ?Soft targets? a real danger, expert says
James Copenhaver, a private investigator and former detective joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the New Orleans attack that killed 10 and injured at least 30. Copenhaver brings up the need to harden so-called 'soft targets' to protect people from attacks during large events and gatherings.
James Copenhaver, a private investigator and former detective joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the New Orleans attack that killed 10 and injured at least 30. Copenhaver brings up the need to harden so-called 'soft targets' to protect people from attacks during large events and gatherings.
Free wellness offerings this month at Disney Springs
Tharin White, Lead Publisher at EYNTK.info, joins FOX 35 News+ to break down the free wellness offerings at Disney Springs for their Wellness Month this January.
Tharin White, Lead Publisher at EYNTK.info, joins FOX 35 News+ to break down the free wellness offerings at Disney Springs for their Wellness Month this January.
Top 4 stories you need to know: Dec. 31
FOX 35's LuAnne Sorrell joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about the top four stories of the day, including a Puerto Rico power blackout, a Volusia County woman entering a 'no contest' plea after shooting her husband inside his hospital room, convicted suitcase killer Sarah Boone being transferred to a state prison, and new details on the new home of Orlando's New Year's Eve orange drop.
FOX 35's LuAnne Sorrell joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about the top four stories of the day, including a Puerto Rico power blackout, a Volusia County woman entering a 'no contest' plea after shooting her husband inside his hospital room, convicted suitcase killer Sarah Boone being transferred to a state prison, and new details on the new home of Orlando's New Year's Eve orange drop.
25 years since Y2K: What did we learn?
It has been 25 years since Y2K fears peaked on New Year's Eve 1999. What was the issue? How was the crisis averted? And did we learn anything from the panic? Matt Rose, CXO of TechRage IT in Winter Springs, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about how technology - and the world - has changed in the last quarter-century.
It has been 25 years since Y2K fears peaked on New Year's Eve 1999. What was the issue? How was the crisis averted? And did we learn anything from the panic? Matt Rose, CXO of TechRage IT in Winter Springs, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about how technology - and the world - has changed in the last quarter-century.
Top 4 stories you need to know: Dec. 30
FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the top 4 news stories you need to know today, starting with the death of former President Jimmy Carter, an off-duty paramedic rescuing a driver from a burning car on I-75, the Orange Ball Drop on New Year's Eve being up in the air, and a new law restricting children from social media which goes into effect at the start of the New year.
FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the top 4 news stories you need to know today, starting with the death of former President Jimmy Carter, an off-duty paramedic rescuing a driver from a burning car on I-75, the Orange Ball Drop on New Year's Eve being up in the air, and a new law restricting children from social media which goes into effect at the start of the New year.
NYE vital for Orlando bars as police prepare for crowds
FOX 35's Randi Hildreth spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about how police are preparing for big crowds in downtown Orlando - the first big downtown holiday event since the mass shooting on Halloween night. She also talked about why business owners need people to feel safe enough to come out to celebrate as more businesses have shut their doors.
FOX 35's Randi Hildreth spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about how police are preparing for big crowds in downtown Orlando - the first big downtown holiday event since the mass shooting on Halloween night. She also talked about why business owners need people to feel safe enough to come out to celebrate as more businesses have shut their doors.
'Celltowers in space' could be helpful after hurricanes
Dr. Don Platt, associate professor of space systems and the director of the Spaceport Education Center at Florida Institute of Technology, joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about satellites with direct-to-cell capabilities, the game-changing possibilities when it comes to communications, and how that could spark more competition in the space industry.
Dr. Don Platt, associate professor of space systems and the director of the Spaceport Education Center at Florida Institute of Technology, joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about satellites with direct-to-cell capabilities, the game-changing possibilities when it comes to communications, and how that could spark more competition in the space industry.
How Florida helped push Jimmy Carter to the presidency
UCF political science professor Aubrey Jewett joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about the pivotal role Florida voters played in the 1976 Democratic presidential primary and how Jimmy Carter's surprise win here helped propel him to the presidency.
UCF political science professor Aubrey Jewett joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about the pivotal role Florida voters played in the 1976 Democratic presidential primary and how Jimmy Carter's surprise win here helped propel him to the presidency.
Florida Habitat for Humanity remembers Jimmy Carter
Former President Jimmy Carter died Sunday at the age of 100, and Penny Seater, CEO of Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka, spoke to FOX 35 to celebrate his life and philanthropic efforts with the organization.
Former President Jimmy Carter died Sunday at the age of 100, and Penny Seater, CEO of Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka, spoke to FOX 35 to celebrate his life and philanthropic efforts with the organization.
Top 4 stories you need to know: Dec. 27
FOX 35's Hannah MacKenzie joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the top 4 news stories you need to know today, including former Congressman Matt Gaetz not expected to face criminal charges due to the statute of limitations expiring, according to law enforcement in Orange and Seminole Counties, Country Thunder fans still waiting for their refunds that were reportedly processed a week ago, an airplane making an emergency landing at a Melbourne flea market, and the top Google searches of 2024.
FOX 35's Hannah MacKenzie joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the top 4 news stories you need to know today, including former Congressman Matt Gaetz not expected to face criminal charges due to the statute of limitations expiring, according to law enforcement in Orange and Seminole Counties, Country Thunder fans still waiting for their refunds that were reportedly processed a week ago, an airplane making an emergency landing at a Melbourne flea market, and the top Google searches of 2024.
Transfer portal report card: Is UCF making the grade?
Sean Green, host of Charge On: A UCF Football Podcast, joined FOX 35 News+ to break down the Knights' additions and subtractions via the transfer portal and to grade the football team's roster to this point in the offseason.
Sean Green, host of Charge On: A UCF Football Podcast, joined FOX 35 News+ to break down the Knights' additions and subtractions via the transfer portal and to grade the football team's roster to this point in the offseason.
Previewing Saturday's Pop-Tarts Bowl matchup
Jordan McPherson, Sports Reporter at The Miami Herald, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the matchup between the Miami Hurricanes and Iowa State Cyclones in the Pop-Tarts Bowl Saturday at 3:30pm.
Jordan McPherson, Sports Reporter at The Miami Herald, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the matchup between the Miami Hurricanes and Iowa State Cyclones in the Pop-Tarts Bowl Saturday at 3:30pm.
Deep Dive | Missing Country Thunder Refunds
FOX 35's Marie Edinger joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down issues with refunds for the Country Thunder Music Festival that was canceled in October. Country Thunder claims they processed refunds on Dec 20, but FOX 35 has received half a dozen and counting emails from people who claim their bank accounts don't show any refund processing.
FOX 35's Marie Edinger joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down issues with refunds for the Country Thunder Music Festival that was canceled in October. Country Thunder claims they processed refunds on Dec 20, but FOX 35 has received half a dozen and counting emails from people who claim their bank accounts don't show any refund processing.
Matt Gaetz will not face criminal charges in Florida
Criminal defense attorney Jose Rivas joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the Orange and Seminole County Sheriff's Offices announcing they will not pursue criminal charges in relation to the House Ethics Committee's report alleging sexual misconduct and drug abuse against former Congressman Matt Gaetz because the statute of limitations has passed.
Criminal defense attorney Jose Rivas joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the Orange and Seminole County Sheriff's Offices announcing they will not pursue criminal charges in relation to the House Ethics Committee's report alleging sexual misconduct and drug abuse against former Congressman Matt Gaetz because the statute of limitations has passed.
Top 4 stories you need to know: Dec. 26
FOX 35's Manny Martinez joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the top 4 news stories you need to know about today, including an off-duty corrections officer accused of shooting and killing an alleged car thief in Orlando, an Edgewater man accused of leading police in a high-speed chase with a stolen car with a long rap sheet, the Miami Hurricanes' basketball coach suddenly stepping down in the middle of the season, and the $1.15 billion Mega Millions Jackpot.
FOX 35's Manny Martinez joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the top 4 news stories you need to know about today, including an off-duty corrections officer accused of shooting and killing an alleged car thief in Orlando, an Edgewater man accused of leading police in a high-speed chase with a stolen car with a long rap sheet, the Miami Hurricanes' basketball coach suddenly stepping down in the middle of the season, and the $1.15 billion Mega Millions Jackpot.
Retailers preparing for waves of returned gifts
Amanda Bevis, the Spokesperson for the Florida Retail Federation, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the wave of shoppers returning unwanted gifts to stores. Nearly 17% of all gifts are expected to be returned.
Amanda Bevis, the Spokesperson for the Florida Retail Federation, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the wave of shoppers returning unwanted gifts to stores. Nearly 17% of all gifts are expected to be returned.
Universal plans to replace Rip Ride Rockit!
Matthew Miller, Senior Director at The Orlando Informer, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer after Universal Orlando filed plans to replace Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. The plans are not surprising, and the pair look into what could be next for their New York City area of Universal Studios.
Matthew Miller, Senior Director at The Orlando Informer, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer after Universal Orlando filed plans to replace Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. The plans are not surprising, and the pair look into what could be next for their New York City area of Universal Studios.