What could a John Morgan run for governor look like?
UCF political science professor Aubrey Jewett joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about President-Elect Donald Trump's nomination of an Orlando attorney as ambassador to Columbia, President Joe Biden's record-setting act of clemency, and what a potential run for governor could look like for John Morgan if he were to create his own new political party.
UCF political science professor Aubrey Jewett joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about President-Elect Donald Trump's nomination of an Orlando attorney as ambassador to Columbia, President Joe Biden's record-setting act of clemency, and what a potential run for governor could look like for John Morgan if he were to create his own new political party.
Top 4 news stories you need to know: Dec. 11
FOX 35's John Brown joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down four big stories of the day: Fingerprints tie the CEO shooting suspect to the scene of the crime; the legal team for the Trump assassination attempt suspect consider an insanity defense; a 'historic low' citrus crop expected from Florida this year; and the governor and MLB commissioner get involved to try to salvage a stadium deal for the Tampa Bay Rays in St. Pete -- but should they?
FOX 35's John Brown joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down four big stories of the day: Fingerprints tie the CEO shooting suspect to the scene of the crime; the legal team for the Trump assassination attempt suspect consider an insanity defense; a 'historic low' citrus crop expected from Florida this year; and the governor and MLB commissioner get involved to try to salvage a stadium deal for the Tampa Bay Rays in St. Pete -- but should they?
Next steps in the Tampa Bay Rays stadium saga
St. Petersburg has a chance to approve the repairs to Tropicana Field, and that is just the start of the cascading events involving the Tampa Bay Rays and a potential stadium situation. Governor Ron DeSantis and MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred met with Pinellas County Commissioners to try and drum up support for the bonds for the Rays' new stadium in St. Pete, which are expected to pass.
St. Petersburg has a chance to approve the repairs to Tropicana Field, and that is just the start of the cascading events involving the Tampa Bay Rays and a potential stadium situation. Governor Ron DeSantis and MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred met with Pinellas County Commissioners to try and drum up support for the bonds for the Rays' new stadium in St. Pete, which are expected to pass.
Rare white alligator celebrates one year at Gatorland
One of the rarest alligators in the world just celebrated a birthday at Gatorland Orlando. Mystic the Leucistic is a rare white gator, and Gatorland Global International Ambassador Savannah Boan joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to celebrate this special birthday celebration.
One of the rarest alligators in the world just celebrated a birthday at Gatorland Orlando. Mystic the Leucistic is a rare white gator, and Gatorland Global International Ambassador Savannah Boan joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to celebrate this special birthday celebration.
'Historic low' Florida citrus harvest expected
Florida's citrus industry is already expecting historically low crop production numbers for 2024, and now those projections are even lower. Matt Joyner, the Executive Vice President and CEO of Florida Citrus Mutual, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about the lowered citrus crop forecast.
Florida's citrus industry is already expecting historically low crop production numbers for 2024, and now those projections are even lower. Matt Joyner, the Executive Vice President and CEO of Florida Citrus Mutual, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to talk about the lowered citrus crop forecast.
Top 4 news stories you need to know: Dec. 10
FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down new details about the CEO shooting suspect after his extradition hearing Tuesday, a California wildfire that continues to rage, a central Florida teacher arrested, and what's next for TikTok as it asks the Supreme Court to review the ban that could shut it down in January.
FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down new details about the CEO shooting suspect after his extradition hearing Tuesday, a California wildfire that continues to rage, a central Florida teacher arrested, and what's next for TikTok as it asks the Supreme Court to review the ban that could shut it down in January.
Welcome back: McKenzie Milton hired as UCF QB coach
Former UCF QB McKenzie Milton has been hired as Scott Frost's quarterbacks coach, the team announced Tuesday. Milton led the team during its 2017 undefeated season (under Head Coach Scott Frost). Independent reporter Sean Green, host of Charge On: A UCF Football Podcast, joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about what the hire means for the Knights.
Former UCF QB McKenzie Milton has been hired as Scott Frost's quarterbacks coach, the team announced Tuesday. Milton led the team during its 2017 undefeated season (under Head Coach Scott Frost). Independent reporter Sean Green, host of Charge On: A UCF Football Podcast, joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about what the hire means for the Knights.
Orlando Magic open NBA Cup Quarterfinal without Franz
The Orlando Magic play the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA Cup Quarterfinal tonight, and they will play without Paolo Banchero or Franz Wagner, as both are sidelined with oblique injuries. Brandon Kravitz, host of In The Zone on 96.9 The Game, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the matchup and what the Magic need to make a run in the East while their two stars are out.
The Orlando Magic play the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA Cup Quarterfinal tonight, and they will play without Paolo Banchero or Franz Wagner, as both are sidelined with oblique injuries. Brandon Kravitz, host of In The Zone on 96.9 The Game, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the matchup and what the Magic need to make a run in the East while their two stars are out.
"Sloppy" mistakes led to CEO shooting suspect's capture
Accused UnitedHealthcare CEO killer Luigi Mangione is now charged with murder. The 26-year-old was arrested Monday in Altoona, Pennsylvania after a five-day nationwide manhunt. Brian Thompson was shot from behind on a sidewalk outside a New York City hotel on December 4. Mangione was found at a McDonald's after an employee recognized him and called police. James Copenhaver, a private investigator and former detective, joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about the case and what proved to be Mangione's downfall.
Accused UnitedHealthcare CEO killer Luigi Mangione is now charged with murder. The 26-year-old was arrested Monday in Altoona, Pennsylvania after a five-day nationwide manhunt. Brian Thompson was shot from behind on a sidewalk outside a New York City hotel on December 4. Mangione was found at a McDonald's after an employee recognized him and called police. James Copenhaver, a private investigator and former detective, joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about the case and what proved to be Mangione's downfall.
Affidavit: Teacher "sexually" grabbed student's neck
A Lake Weir High School teacher has been arrested after a student accused him of touching her inappropriately inside the classroom. Separately, deputies are also trying to identify and find the suspect wanted in an armed robbery at an Ocala gas station. Zach Moore, public information officer for the Marion County Sheriff's Office, joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about the cases.
A Lake Weir High School teacher has been arrested after a student accused him of touching her inappropriately inside the classroom. Separately, deputies are also trying to identify and find the suspect wanted in an armed robbery at an Ocala gas station. Zach Moore, public information officer for the Marion County Sheriff's Office, joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about the cases.
Tennis National Championships' new home in Orlando
The USTA National Campus in Lake Nona will host the Division 1 Tennis National Championships for 10 years starting in 2028. USTA National Campus General Manager Joanne Wallen joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer on FOX 35 News+ to break down the announcement and share the details of the new improvements coming to the National Campus to prepare for the National Championships.
The USTA National Campus in Lake Nona will host the Division 1 Tennis National Championships for 10 years starting in 2028. USTA National Campus General Manager Joanne Wallen joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer on FOX 35 News+ to break down the announcement and share the details of the new improvements coming to the National Campus to prepare for the National Championships.
Top 4 news stories you need to know: Dec 9
FOX 35 anchor LuAnne Sorrell joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the top 4 news stories you need to know, including a person who is now in custody after matching the CEO murder suspect description, a day of 9th Circuit SAO transition troubles after statements were released, charges were dropped against Florida State Rep. Carolina Amesty, and Scott Frost is returning to UCF as the head football coach.
FOX 35 anchor LuAnne Sorrell joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the top 4 news stories you need to know, including a person who is now in custody after matching the CEO murder suspect description, a day of 9th Circuit SAO transition troubles after statements were released, charges were dropped against Florida State Rep. Carolina Amesty, and Scott Frost is returning to UCF as the head football coach.
Lot of work to do as Scott Frost retakes helm at UCF
UCF introduced Scott Frost, who coached the Knights from 2016-2017, as their new head football coach. Independent reporter Sean Green, host of Charge On: A UCF Football Podcast, joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about what's next for the program.
UCF introduced Scott Frost, who coached the Knights from 2016-2017, as their new head football coach. Independent reporter Sean Green, host of Charge On: A UCF Football Podcast, joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about what's next for the program.
Top 4 news stories you need to know: Dec 6
FOX 35 anchor Marlisa Goldsmith joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the top 4 news stories you need to know, including an Ormond Beach realtor arrested in a complicated plot in Volusia County, a doctor who police say told them his wife needed to die, the family of Tyre Sampson's $310 million verdict in their wrongful death suit, and a potential TikTok ban being upheld in a federal appeals court.
FOX 35 anchor Marlisa Goldsmith joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down the top 4 news stories you need to know, including an Ormond Beach realtor arrested in a complicated plot in Volusia County, a doctor who police say told them his wife needed to die, the family of Tyre Sampson's $310 million verdict in their wrongful death suit, and a potential TikTok ban being upheld in a federal appeals court.
Delays to NASA moon mission signal concern for future
NASA's Artemis program is facing more setbacks, administrators announced this week. Artemis II, which will launch astronauts around the moon, was originally scheduled for November 2024, then September 2025 and has been delayed again until April 2026. Artemis III, which will land astronauts on the moon, was originally scheduled for late 2025, then September 2026 and has been delayed again until mid-2027. Meanwhile, a former astronaut is expressing concern about NASA's decision to use in the next flight the same heat shield that failed in the last one. Dr. Don Platt, associate professor of space systems and director of the Spaceport Education Center at Florida Institute of Technology, joined FOX 35 News+ to weigh in on the delays and concerns and what it all means for the future of America's space program.
NASA's Artemis program is facing more setbacks, administrators announced this week. Artemis II, which will launch astronauts around the moon, was originally scheduled for November 2024, then September 2025 and has been delayed again until April 2026. Artemis III, which will land astronauts on the moon, was originally scheduled for late 2025, then September 2026 and has been delayed again until mid-2027. Meanwhile, a former astronaut is expressing concern about NASA's decision to use in the next flight the same heat shield that failed in the last one. Dr. Don Platt, associate professor of space systems and director of the Spaceport Education Center at Florida Institute of Technology, joined FOX 35 News+ to weigh in on the delays and concerns and what it all means for the future of America's space program.
Officer shoots, kills armed suspect in Titusville
FOX 35's Esther Bower joined FOX 35 News+ to provide the latest details about an officer-involved shooting in Titusville.
FOX 35's Esther Bower joined FOX 35 News+ to provide the latest details about an officer-involved shooting in Titusville.
WATCH: Robot 3D-prints affordable homes in Melbourne
FOX 35's Matt Trezza joined FOX 35 News+ to show how a robot is 3D-printing affordable homes in Melbourne. The printing process has several benefits over traditional construction, Trezza explains.
FOX 35's Matt Trezza joined FOX 35 News+ to show how a robot is 3D-printing affordable homes in Melbourne. The printing process has several benefits over traditional construction, Trezza explains.
Disney welcomes new lions, tiger cub to Animal Kingdom
Tharin White, lead publisher of EYNTK.info, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about three new lions brought in to Disney's Animal Kingdom, and the birth of a new tiger cub.
Tharin White, lead publisher of EYNTK.info, spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about three new lions brought in to Disney's Animal Kingdom, and the birth of a new tiger cub.
7.0 quake off CA coast could trigger another major one
FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Noah Bergren joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about the major earthquake off the coast of California on Thursday, the numerous aftershocks that followed, and why the tectonic activity could lead to another major earthquake in the coming days.
FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Noah Bergren joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about the major earthquake off the coast of California on Thursday, the numerous aftershocks that followed, and why the tectonic activity could lead to another major earthquake in the coming days.
Holiday handiwork at the Jingle Build-Off
FOX 35's David Martin takes us on a tour of the Jingle Build-Off, where local businesses and organizations compete to build the best playhouses for Habitat for Humanity of Lake & Sumter counties. All of these playhouses are donated to deserving families, and all proceeds for the event go directly to building affordable housing in Central Florida.
FOX 35's David Martin takes us on a tour of the Jingle Build-Off, where local businesses and organizations compete to build the best playhouses for Habitat for Humanity of Lake & Sumter counties. All of these playhouses are donated to deserving families, and all proceeds for the event go directly to building affordable housing in Central Florida.