Millions traveling during Labor Day weekend
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Millions of Americans are hitting the roads, skies, and rails this Labor Day weekend, making it one of the busiest travel periods of the year. FOX 35's Matt Trezza has more information on the Central Florida impacts.

Special election in Orange County Tuesday
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A special election will be held in Orange County Tuesday for Senate District 15 and State Representative District 40.

3 arrested for coloring in crosswalk outside Pulse, expected in court
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Three people were arrested after attempting to color in the crosswalk outside the Pulse memorial. They are expected to appear in court following the incident. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz has the latest.

3 people shot, child killed in Melbourne
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The Melbourne Police Department (MPD) is investigating a Friday night shooting at a home that left a 2-year-old dead and two adults critically injured. Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact the MPD at (321) 608-6450 or to call Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS (8477) to remain anonymous.

Florida surfer rescues father and son from rip current
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A 72-year-old surfer is being hailed as a hero after rescuing a father and son from dangerous waters off New Smyrna Beach. Surfer David "Bean" Coffee joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the life-saving incident.

Adopt-A-Pet: Meet Ariel
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Looking to add a furry friend to your family? Meet Ariel, who is up for adoption at the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando. She's described as being 7 years old, friendly, sweet, and loves giving hugs and kisses. Segment sponsored by Stanley Steemer, who is also covering the cost of the pet adoption fee.

FOX 35 Care Force: Wekiva High School SRO
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The FOX 35 Care Force is saluting Wekiva High School Student Resource Officer George Spearman. From a freshman at Evans High School to a dedicated school resource officer, Spearman's path is a testament to the power of positive influence and the unexpected turns life can take. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz introduces us to Spearman and what makes him special.

FOX 35 Care Force: West Orange HS head athletic trainer
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The FOX 35 Care Force is recognizing West Orange High School Head Athletic Trainer Matt Laws. The school said Laws is dedicated to the profession, treats the athletes with the utmost care and attention, and is a model employee for how a professional should act in all situations. FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the school to share more about Laws' impact on the community.

Millions expected to travel for Labor Day weekend
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Labor Day weekend is now here, and millions of travelers are preparing for their last getaway of the summer season. Millions are expected to travel over the weekend, setting trave records across the country. FOX 35's Matt Trezza gives us a look at what to expect in Orlando.

Does eating garlic really help to prevent mosquito bites?
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Dr. Matthew Knight, of Knight Dermatology, joins Good Day Orlando to debunk some medical myths. Knight answers several health-related questions, including if garlic really helps to prevent mosquito bites.

Hurricane Katrina: Reflecting 20 years later
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On Aug. 28, 2005, an urgent and ominous weather message was sent out by the National Weather Service calling Katrina "a most powerful hurricane with unprecedented strength." The aftermath of?Hurricane Katrina has left lasting and devastating impacts across the country. FOX Weather's Bryan Norcross discusses the hurricane and its effects 20 years later.

Answering questions about kratom and 7-OH
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Dr. Josef Thundiyil is an emergency medicine physician and toxicologist at Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center. He has been personally researching kratom, working with a couple dozen medical examiners across the state of Florida about the potential deadly impacts of kratom. Thundiyil joins Good Day Orlando to share a sneak peek at some of his findings.

Flesh-eating bacteria warning in Florida
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Health officials are warning the public about a dangerous increase in flesh-eating bacterial infections, which thrive in warm coastal waters and have been confirmed in Florida this month. Bobby Henderson, a local resident who had a rare bacterial infection from Lake Dora, joins Good Day Orlando to share his experiences.

New signs posted near crosswalk by Pulse site
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New signs are now up around the crosswalk in front of Pulse Nightclub. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) first painted over the rainbow crosswalk last week. Although protestors attempted to color it back in again, the paint and chalk was removed several different times. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie shows us what the scene looks like now.

Man found guilty of killing former Magic player to be sentenced
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Lawrence Dority, the man found guilty of killing a former Orlando Magic player in 2022, is set to be sentenced today. Dority shot and killed former NBA player Adreian Payne, who was attempting to mediate a dispute between Dority and his girlfriend. FOX 35's Matt Trezza breaks down what to expect from the sentencing hearing today.

Gov. Newsom launches CHP crime suppression teams
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In partnership with city officials and local law enforcement, California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced on Thursday that he is expanding the deployment of the California Highway Patrol (CHP) in major cities amid positive efforts that have reduced crime in the state. This comes after President Donald Trump has heightened the pressure on Democratic cities to crack down on crime.

2 found dead in Orlando home; investigation underway
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Officials with the Orange County Sheriff's Office are investigating after a man and woman were found dead in an Orange County home Thursday morning. The two people in their 40s showed obvious signs of trauma, according to deputies.

Labor Day weekend travel underway
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Labor Day weekend is quickly approaching, and Orlando is one of the top destinations for Labor Day weekend vacations. The Orlando International Airport (MCO) is expecting even more travelers than last year. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz breaks down how the airport is preparing for the busy travel weekend.

Labor Day recipe: Grilled peaches and cream
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Shannon O'Meara shares a healthy and delicious Labor Day BBQ recipe: Grilled peaches and cream. And how to make it.

Howl-O-Scream 2025 Preview: What to expect
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Susan Storey, theme park expert, joined FOX 35's Good Day Xtra to give us a first look at SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay's Halloween events.