Nikki's Place serving up soul food in downtown Orlando
Nikki's Place, a restaurant in downtown Orlando, has been serving up soul food since 1999. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz stopped by to see what's cooking in the kitchen.
Nikki's Place, a restaurant in downtown Orlando, has been serving up soul food since 1999. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz stopped by to see what's cooking in the kitchen.
Burn survivor 'Miracle' Matt Manzari survives electrocution, sharing near-death experience
It's a miracle Matt Manzari is alive. After being rescued by member of the Orlando Fire Department after he was electrocuted, Matt, now a motivational speaker. met up with his rescuers 12 years later - sharing that experience with Good Day Orlando.
It's a miracle Matt Manzari is alive. After being rescued by member of the Orlando Fire Department after he was electrocuted, Matt, now a motivational speaker. met up with his rescuers 12 years later - sharing that experience with Good Day Orlando.
Adopt-A-Pet: Meet Damack
Looking for a new furry friend? Meet Damack, who is looking for his forever home. He's a just over a year old and is good with other dogs and kids. This segment is sponsored by Stanley Steemer, which covers the adoption fee.
Looking for a new furry friend? Meet Damack, who is looking for his forever home. He's a just over a year old and is good with other dogs and kids. This segment is sponsored by Stanley Steemer, which covers the adoption fee.
Bike Week kicks off in Daytona Beach
Bike Week is back. More than 100,000 people are expected to attend the event, which includes bike shows, live music, food vendors and more.
Bike Week is back. More than 100,000 people are expected to attend the event, which includes bike shows, live music, food vendors and more.
SpaceX launches Starlink satellites from Florida's Space Coast
SpaceX sent another batch of Starlink satellites into space on Friday. A Falcon 9 rocket carried 29 satellites into low-Earth orbit.
SpaceX sent another batch of Starlink satellites into space on Friday. A Falcon 9 rocket carried 29 satellites into low-Earth orbit.
New simulator teaches you how to escape a rip current
Do you know how to get out of a rip current? Do you know what a rip current feels like? A new simulator has debuted at Daytona State College, where Volusia County Beach Safety lifeguards can show kids, adults, and families what happens when you're stuck in a rip current and, most important, how to get out of one. Here are the main steps: Swim near a lifeguard, signal for help, then swim parallel to the shore. Once you realize you're out of one, then you can begin to swim towards shore again. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz talked with Volusia County Beach Safety about the new simulator.
Do you know how to get out of a rip current? Do you know what a rip current feels like? A new simulator has debuted at Daytona State College, where Volusia County Beach Safety lifeguards can show kids, adults, and families what happens when you're stuck in a rip current and, most important, how to get out of one. Here are the main steps: Swim near a lifeguard, signal for help, then swim parallel to the shore. Once you realize you're out of one, then you can begin to swim towards shore again. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz talked with Volusia County Beach Safety about the new simulator.
'Smash the vape': School board member proposes idea to crack down on vaping
The Brevard County school district is trying to find ways to address the ongoing issue of students vaping on campus. School board member Megan Wright joins Good Day Orlando to discuss possible ideas.
The Brevard County school district is trying to find ways to address the ongoing issue of students vaping on campus. School board member Megan Wright joins Good Day Orlando to discuss possible ideas.
Florida mom, Volusia Sheriff talk 5-year-old boy hit by e-bike
Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood and Taylor Upchurch, the mother of 5-year-old Cole, who was hit by an e-bike while on the beach, joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando talk about the crash, the investigation, and their new efforts to change e-bike regulations. The Volusia Sheriff's Office is looking to identify two teenagers who were on the bike.
Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood and Taylor Upchurch, the mother of 5-year-old Cole, who was hit by an e-bike while on the beach, joined FOX 35's Good Day Orlando talk about the crash, the investigation, and their new efforts to change e-bike regulations. The Volusia Sheriff's Office is looking to identify two teenagers who were on the bike.
FOX 35 honors Thomas Cole with Care Force Award
Thomas Cole was honored with the FOX 35 Care Force award on Wednesday morning for his lifelong commitment to Cocoa's children and families. Cole was born and raised in Florida, and graduated from FAMU. Among a list of achievements, one is the founding of the Emma Jewel Charter Academy in the former Monroe High School building. FOX 35's Marley Capper presented the award to Cole this morning.
Thomas Cole was honored with the FOX 35 Care Force award on Wednesday morning for his lifelong commitment to Cocoa's children and families. Cole was born and raised in Florida, and graduated from FAMU. Among a list of achievements, one is the founding of the Emma Jewel Charter Academy in the former Monroe High School building. FOX 35's Marley Capper presented the award to Cole this morning.
Court documents reveal new details in Anna Kepner case
New documents appear to have new information into the death of Anna Kepner, the Florida teen who died in November 2025 aboard a cruise ship. Retired FBI special agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the case.
New documents appear to have new information into the death of Anna Kepner, the Florida teen who died in November 2025 aboard a cruise ship. Retired FBI special agent Jennifer Coffindaffer joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the case.
Florida hockey team wins big tournament in Canada
The Florida Alliance girls 12 and under hockey team recently won the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament. FOX 35's Marley Capper talks with the team about their victory.
The Florida Alliance girls 12 and under hockey team recently won the Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament. FOX 35's Marley Capper talks with the team about their victory.
Central Florida man stuck in Mexico as Americans shelter in place
A Central Florida man is sheltering in place at a Mexican resort after violence erupted across the country after the death of a cartel leader.
A Central Florida man is sheltering in place at a Mexican resort after violence erupted across the country after the death of a cartel leader.
Drones to help Orlando Police fight crime
The city of Orlando has approved a multi-million program use drones around the city to help fight crime. Eleven drones will be placed at different locations to respond quicker to scenes. Orlando Police Chief Eric Smith joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the program.
The city of Orlando has approved a multi-million program use drones around the city to help fight crime. Eleven drones will be placed at different locations to respond quicker to scenes. Orlando Police Chief Eric Smith joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the program.
State of the Union preview
President Donald Trump is set to deliver his State of the Union address Tuesday. Dr. Larry Walker, an associate professor at UCF, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss topics Trump might outline in his speech.
President Donald Trump is set to deliver his State of the Union address Tuesday. Dr. Larry Walker, an associate professor at UCF, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss topics Trump might outline in his speech.
Fundraiser to support bringing back Porchfest
An upcoming event will help raise money for Porchfest to return to Sanford. The annual music festival was canceled this year, but organizers say it will return in 2027.
An upcoming event will help raise money for Porchfest to return to Sanford. The annual music festival was canceled this year, but organizers say it will return in 2027.
Money Monday: Sticker shock at the dealership
Car prices have reached record highs. If you're looking for a new ride, you might experience sticker shock at the dealership. Bankrate senior industry analyst Ted Rossman stops by Good Day Orlando to talk about why cars are so expensive now.
Car prices have reached record highs. If you're looking for a new ride, you might experience sticker shock at the dealership. Bankrate senior industry analyst Ted Rossman stops by Good Day Orlando to talk about why cars are so expensive now.
Adopt-A-Pet: Meet Rocky
Meet Rocky, who is this week's adoptable pet. This 4-year-old Terrier mix is up for adoption at Seminole County Animal Services. Rocky is described as having a sweet personality, and he's good with kids, adults and other dogs. This segment is sponsored by Stanley Steemer, which is covering the adoption fees.
Meet Rocky, who is this week's adoptable pet. This 4-year-old Terrier mix is up for adoption at Seminole County Animal Services. Rocky is described as having a sweet personality, and he's good with kids, adults and other dogs. This segment is sponsored by Stanley Steemer, which is covering the adoption fees.
Florida Children's Book Festival comes to Orlando
The first-ever Florida Children's Book Festival will take place this weekend in Orlando. The event will include interactive activities, shows and author readings.
The first-ever Florida Children's Book Festival will take place this weekend in Orlando. The event will include interactive activities, shows and author readings.
Silver Spurs Rodeo rides back into Kissimmee
The Silver Spurs Rodeo, an Osceola County tradition, returns this weekend to Kissimmee. The rodeo features bull riding, barrel racing and more events. FOX 35's Marley Capper has the details.
The Silver Spurs Rodeo, an Osceola County tradition, returns this weekend to Kissimmee. The rodeo features bull riding, barrel racing and more events. FOX 35's Marley Capper has the details.
Southern Hill Farms accessing damage from Florida freeze
The Florida freeze was tough on crops across Central Florida. David Hill of Southern Hill Farms joins Good Day Orlando to talk about how the crops are doing.
The Florida freeze was tough on crops across Central Florida. David Hill of Southern Hill Farms joins Good Day Orlando to talk about how the crops are doing.