Could Marion County teen face charges after hoax?
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A Marion County teen?s claim of being shot and abducted was exposed as a hoax, Sheriff Billy Woods said. Investigators found the 17-year-old bought camping gear, fled on a bicycle and later shot himself in the leg. Attorney Whitney Boan joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about the possible charges the teen could face as the case continues.

Students preparing for the PSAT/NMSQT
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Students are getting ready for a big exam later this month. Priscilla Rodriguez, senior vice president with College Readiness Assessments, joins Good day Orlando to talk more about the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test

St. Cloud police chief shares details on hit-and-run arrest
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New details are being unveiled about a deadly hit-and-run crash that took place over the weekend in St. Cloud. A bartender who was allegedly drinking is now behind bars, accused of being the driver. St. Cloud Police Chief Douglas Goerke joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the quick arrest.

U.S. Rep. Haridopolos on government shutdown
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The U.S. is under its first federal government shutdown in nearly seven years after Senate Democrats rejected a Republican-backed bill to keep funding the government. Government funding legislation was not passed by Congress on Tuesday night, which means many government offices across the nation will be temporarily shuttered, and nonexempt federal employees will be furloughed, adding to the strain on workers and the nation?s economy. U.S. Rep. Mike Haridopolos joins Good Day Orlando to share his thoughts.

Government shuts down after failure to pass funding bill
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The U.S. is under its first federal government shutdown in nearly seven years after Senate Democrats rejected a Republican-backed bill to keep funding the government. Government funding legislation was not passed by Congress on Tuesday night, which means many government offices across the nation will be temporarily shuttered, and nonexempt federal employees will be furloughed, adding to the strain on workers and the nation?s economy. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader brings us the latest updates.

Hurricane Imelda causing beach erosion in Volusia County
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Hurricane Imelda is continuing to batter the Florida coast, even as it moves away from the U.S. In the Daytona Beach area, the beach is even starting to erode. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz shares more about some of the local damage.

Government shutdown takes effect: Impacts to Americans
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The U.S. is under its first federal government shutdown in nearly seven years after Senate Democrats rejected a Republican-backed bill to keep funding the government. Government funding legislation was not passed by Congress on Tuesday night, which means many government offices across the nation will be temporarily shuttered, and nonexempt federal employees will be furloughed, adding to the strain on workers and the nation?s economy. Here's the latest on the effort to avoid a government shutdown.

Orlando ranks as a Top 5 Foodie City in new report
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In a new report, WalletHub ranked Orlando as No. 5 in the Best Foodie Cities in America, with Miami taking the top spot. Kwame B, a local restauranter and food influencer, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about some of his favorite spots.

Unexpected causes of heart attacks for younger women
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There are many unexpected causes of heart attacks in young women, including Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD), a tear in the artery wall often occurring in otherwise healthy women, and conditions like congenital heart disorders and stress-induced cardiomyopathy. FOX Medical's Dr. Mike Cirigliano joins Good Day Orlando to talk about more, as well as how to avoid them.

Attorney Ben Crump holds news conference in Orlando
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Ben Crump, the attorney representing the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, held a news conference Tuesday morning to share the latest updates in the Epic Universe death investigation case. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie fills us in on what was discussed.

Searching for motives in deadly U.S. mass shootings
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Authorities are continuing to investigate two U.S. mass shootings that took place in the last week. Elizabeth Jackson, Armor Program community engagement and partnership coordinator, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the suspects and their possible motives.

Florida's minimum wage goes up to $14
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Florida's minimum wage increased to $14 per hour for non-tipped employees and $10.98 per hour for tipped employees on Tuesday as part of the voter-approved Amendment 2. This is the next step in a phased plan to reach $15 per hour by Sept. 30, 2026. Sean Snaith, University of Central Florida economist, joins Good Day Orlando to share what impacts this change could have.

FHP trooper injured in crash after performing pit maneuver
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A Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) troopers has been injured after a crash on Interstate 4. According to FHP, a suspect in a stolen vehicle was traveling from Polk County to Orlando. The suspect began to head back towards Polk County, leading officials on a chase. One trooper was seriously injured while performing a pit maneuver.

OCPS to vote on Hungerford deal Tuesday
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A multimillion dollar deal is on the line for a historic property in Eatonville on Tuesday. The Hungerford 117-acre site has long been viewed as a symbol of Eatonville?s resilience and history. FOX 35's Marley Capper shares more about the deal and why it's controversial in the community.

President Trump, PM Netanyahu unveil Gaza peace proposal
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On Monday, President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a 20-point peace proposal to end the war in Gaza, which began with Hamas's attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. Netanyahu publicly supported the plan, but Hamas has yet to officially respond. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader walks us through what we know about the proposal.

Epic Universe death: Ben Crump schedules news conference
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On Tuesday morning, Attorney Ben Crump is expected to deliver an update in the case of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala. Zavala became unresponsive while on Epic Universe's Stardust Racers roller coaster and later died at the hospital, officials said. He died from "multiple blunt force injuries." His death was ruled an accident.

Tropical Storm Imelda impacting Florida's East Coast
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Tropical Storm Imelda is forecast to become a hurricane on Tuesday as the storm meanders off the Southeastern U.S. coast. Forecasters say minor coastal flooding is possible in areas of onshore winds over the Southeastern U.S. coastline. Swells generated by Imelda are also currently spreading to much of the U.S. East Coast. These swells are likely to cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz walks us through the potential storm impacts.

2024 Senior Chef Showdown winner Chef Taylor Ebersol
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Chef Taylor Ebersol, of Legacy Pointe at the University of Central Florida (UCF), joins Good Day Orlando with his mouthwatering crab cakes. Ebersol is the winner of the 2024 Senior Chef Showdown, which is a charity event that directly impacts Central Florida seniors through a culinary competition among chefs at local senior living communities.

Pumpkin Concierge: A pumpkin delivery & design service
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Halloween is a little more than a month away. If you need a little help making it festive, we've got an easy way to bring the fall season to life inside your home. FOX 35's Marley Capper stops by to meet with Pumpkin Concierge in Groveland, which creates unique "pumpkinscapes."

New AI campaigns easier to manage, harder to detect
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The rise of generative artificial-intelligence tools has made botnet campaigns both easier to manage and harder to detect. Tom Jelneck, digital marketing and technology expert, joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about the "bot-roversy."