Oviedo City Council approves license plate reader lease
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The City of Oviedo has voted, 3-2, to approve a license plate reader lease. The mayor voted against the lease, citing privacy concerns, but the police chief says he disagrees with that. Oviedo Police Chef Dale Coleman joins Good Day Orlando to talk about why.

Epic Universe death: Tyre Sampson attorney weighs in
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A 32-year-old man died last week after becoming unresponsive after riding the Stardust Racers dueling coaster at Epic Universe in Orlando. FOX 35 News Anchor Ryan Elijah speaks with Michael Haggard, the lawyer representing Tyre Sampson's family, more about the death investigation. Tyre is the 14-year-old boy who died riding the Orlando Free Fall ride at Icon Park.

FOX 35 Weather Spotter Program: Meet Steve Maniec
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Become part of a community of weather enthusiasts and engage in discussions with the FOX 35 meteorologists through the new FOX 35 Weather Spotter Program. The program aims to foster a community for weather enthusiasts and create a direct line of communication with the station's meteorologists. Spotters provide the station with eyewitness accounts of local weather, especially severe weather, which helps the community stay safe

Calls for change after kids nearly hit in DeLand bike lane
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Members of a DeLand neighborhood are seeking help from officials after video shows two kids nearly struck by a vehicle. FOX 35's Marley Capper walks us through what happened.

President Trump to make announcement on autism
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On Monday, the Trump administration is expected to announce that Tylenol use during pregnancy could contribute to the development of autism in children. Trump will hold the news conference around 4 p.m. with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Water polo taken off FHSAA meeting agenda
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The Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) is set to have its first regularly scheduled meeting of the 2025-26 school year on Monday. The meeting comes after water polo was saved this past weekend and taken off the agenda.

State to discuss eliminating or lowering property taxes
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Florida lawmakers are exploring new proposals to reduce property taxes, including a plan to replace the current tax model with alternative taxes. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie explains why this matters, as well as potential impacts.

Camping World Stadium information session
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Locals can learn more about the Camping World Stadium redevelopment project at a meeting Monday night at The Varsity Club. The next phase of the stadium renovation will increase capacity, enhance accessibility, upgrade and add premium spaces and more.

Edith I. Starke Elementary School now open
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Edith I. Starke Elementary School is now open in Volusia County. The school is designed to accommodate 650 students.

Adding more red light cameras to Orlando
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The Orlando City Council will meet on Monday to discuss the possibility of adding more red light cameras. Leaders will look to add cameras to about four dozen intersections.

Renaissance Theatre Company condemned, ordered to vacate
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Fire safety concerns have forced the Renaissance Theatre Company in Orlando to shut down a lease temporarily. The City of Orlando placed neon green signs on the establishment's doors Friday, with a notice to vacate the property. The theatre company says they've never received any major negative feedback during their inspections in the past.

Defense to start in Ryan Routh trial
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The Ryan Routh trial will kick off its third, and possibly final week, on Monday in Fort Piece, Florida. Routh is accused of trying to assassinate President Donald Trump last September.

Worker accused of locking man inside convenience store
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Sanford police say a convenience store clerk intentionally locked a customer in the store after an argument. The incident, which was caught on camera, landed the clerk in jail on a kidnapping charge. FOX 35 spoke with the man who captured the alleged crime on video.

Arrest made in Orange County shooting of 4-year-old boy
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A man accused of shooting a 4-year-old boy last month in Apopka has now been arrested. Rey Campos, a convicted felon, is the boyfriend of the boy's mother. The boy is expected to survive.

Universal president issues letter after guest's death
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A letter was sent out to employees from the Universal Orlando president following the death of a guest last week after riding an Epic Universe ride. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz tells us more about what the letter said.

Adopt-A-Pet: Meet King
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Looking to add a furry friend to your family? Meet King, who is up for adoption at Seminole County Animal Services. He's described as being a senior dog with a gentle soul, great with children and other dogs, and loving pup cups. Segment sponsored by Stanley Steemer, who is also covering the cost of the pet adoption fee.

Friday Football Blitz: Mount Dora vs. South Lake
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On this segment of Friday Football Blitz, FOX 35's Laurel Blanchard visits South Lake High School as their football team prepares to take on Mount Dora High School.

Friday Football Blitz: South Lake vs. Mount Dora
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On this segment of Friday Football Blitz, FOX 35's TJ Springer visits Mount Dora High School as their football team prepares to take on South Lake High School.

PJ's farewell party and World Rhino Day in Sanford
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The Central Florida Zoo in Sanford is getting ready for a big party tomorrow, because not only is it World Rhino Day, but the zoo is also saying farewell to its rhino, PJ. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz introduces us to PJ, who has been a major attraction at the zoo for more than a decade.

Reported injuries at Florida theme parks
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When a guest fell unconscious and later died after riding a roller coaster at Universal's Epic Universe, the newest theme park to open in Florida, FOX 35 News decided to look at the latest self-reported injuries report from Central Florida's major theme parks. Here's what we found.