National Wildlife Day with Gatorland in Orlando
The Good Day Orlando team is celebrating National Wildlife Day with the help of the Gatorland team on Thursday. The day encourages people to learn about local and global animals, support conservation efforts through donations or volunteering, and promote understanding of wildlife's role in the environment.
The Good Day Orlando team is celebrating National Wildlife Day with the help of the Gatorland team on Thursday. The day encourages people to learn about local and global animals, support conservation efforts through donations or volunteering, and promote understanding of wildlife's role in the environment.
Miss America Week in Orlando
It's Miss America Week in Orlando, and 52 young women are here to compete for the crown. The new Miss America will be crowned during the finals on Sunday. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz introduces us to Miss Florida.
It's Miss America Week in Orlando, and 52 young women are here to compete for the crown. The new Miss America will be crowned during the finals on Sunday. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz introduces us to Miss Florida.
New bank scam in Brevard County
The Brevard County sheriff is warning residents about a new scam going around involving banks. Holly Salmons, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Serving Central Florida, joins Good Day Orlando to give tips on what to do if you receive a suspicious text regarding your private bank information.
The Brevard County sheriff is warning residents about a new scam going around involving banks. Holly Salmons, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Serving Central Florida, joins Good Day Orlando to give tips on what to do if you receive a suspicious text regarding your private bank information.
Orange County Animal Services flash sale
Orange County Animal Services is having a flash sale for cats and dogs on Thursday. The center took in around 150 new animals over the holiday weekend. FOX 35's Marley Capper walks us through the adoption process.
Orange County Animal Services is having a flash sale for cats and dogs on Thursday. The center took in around 150 new animals over the holiday weekend. FOX 35's Marley Capper walks us through the adoption process.
TSA working to speed up the screening process
The TSA is working to speed up security by integrating advanced technologies such as CT scanners and AI, piloting self-service checkpoints, and using biometrics for faster identity verification, with the ultimate goal of an efficient, seamless screening process for travelers. Adam Stahl, TSA acting deputy admin, joins Good Day Orlando to explain the process.
The TSA is working to speed up security by integrating advanced technologies such as CT scanners and AI, piloting self-service checkpoints, and using biometrics for faster identity verification, with the ultimate goal of an efficient, seamless screening process for travelers. Adam Stahl, TSA acting deputy admin, joins Good Day Orlando to explain the process.
Crimeline offering reward after toddler shot, no suspects named
A 2-year-old was shot and killed on Friday night in Melbourne. Days later, police still haven?t released any information on a suspect or motive after the triple shooting that killed the child and critically injured two adults. Barb Bergin, executive director of Crimeline, joins Good Day to talk about the case.
A 2-year-old was shot and killed on Friday night in Melbourne. Days later, police still haven?t released any information on a suspect or motive after the triple shooting that killed the child and critically injured two adults. Barb Bergin, executive director of Crimeline, joins Good Day to talk about the case.
Painkillers may fuel superbugs that resist antibiotics
Scientists are warning that over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen may fuel the antibiotic resistance crisis, especially in elder care facilities. Dr. Case Tedder, with Orlando Health Physician Associates, joins Good Day Orlando to walk us through some alternatives.
Scientists are warning that over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen may fuel the antibiotic resistance crisis, especially in elder care facilities. Dr. Case Tedder, with Orlando Health Physician Associates, joins Good Day Orlando to walk us through some alternatives.
Florida would be first U.S. state to ban all vaccine mandates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo have announced a proposal to eliminate all vaccine mandates in the state, including for routine childhood immunizations required for school entry. If successful, Florida would be the first state in the U.S. to end these requirements. Dr. Jason Littleton, a board-certified family physician from Littleton Concierge Medicine, joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about what this could mean.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo have announced a proposal to eliminate all vaccine mandates in the state, including for routine childhood immunizations required for school entry. If successful, Florida would be the first state in the U.S. to end these requirements. Dr. Jason Littleton, a board-certified family physician from Littleton Concierge Medicine, joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about what this could mean.
Mailbox explosion rattles Orange County neighborhood
Orange County deputies are investigating after a mailbox exploded early Saturday morning in a Whisper Lakes neighborhood. Investigators are asking the public for help identifying suspects. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie walks us through the timeline of events.
Orange County deputies are investigating after a mailbox exploded early Saturday morning in a Whisper Lakes neighborhood. Investigators are asking the public for help identifying suspects. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie walks us through the timeline of events.
Hearing on 'Alligator Alcatraz' happening Thursday
A federal court hearing concerning the legal rights of detainees at the "Alligator Alcatraz" immigration center is set for Thursday in Fort Myers, Florida. There has been a large amount of controversy surrounding the detention center since it first opened.
A federal court hearing concerning the legal rights of detainees at the "Alligator Alcatraz" immigration center is set for Thursday in Fort Myers, Florida. There has been a large amount of controversy surrounding the detention center since it first opened.
Florida pushes to remove vaccine mandates
Florida is aiming to become the first state to cancel all of its vaccine mandates, many of which require children to get jabs against diseases like polio in order to attend public schools. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo made the announcement at a press conference on Wednesday. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz shares the Florida leaders' plans.
Florida is aiming to become the first state to cancel all of its vaccine mandates, many of which require children to get jabs against diseases like polio in order to attend public schools. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo made the announcement at a press conference on Wednesday. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz shares the Florida leaders' plans.
Man donates 20,000 pounds of food to Second Harvest
On Wednesday, a truck from the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida will be picking up a food donation from a local resident at Margaritaville. This donation is special, because it puts the total amount of food the resident has collected for Second Harvest at more than 20,000 pounds.
On Wednesday, a truck from the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida will be picking up a food donation from a local resident at Margaritaville. This donation is special, because it puts the total amount of food the resident has collected for Second Harvest at more than 20,000 pounds.
Volusia County Schools launches online driver?s ed to meet new state law
FOX 35 speaks with Principal Anthony Serianni, head of online learning for Volusia County Schools, about the district?s new online driver education program. He explains how the course aligns with Florida?s updated requirements and why it?s designed to better prepare students for safe driving on the road.
FOX 35 speaks with Principal Anthony Serianni, head of online learning for Volusia County Schools, about the district?s new online driver education program. He explains how the course aligns with Florida?s updated requirements and why it?s designed to better prepare students for safe driving on the road.
Sheriff Lemma on Seminole County?s fight against fentanyl
Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma joins FOX 35 in studio to discuss new data showing no fentanyl deaths in July and a major drop in overdoses this year. He explains how education, Narcan access, and tough prosecution of dealers are saving lives, while reminding families of the real dangers and tragic stories behind this crisis.
Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma joins FOX 35 in studio to discuss new data showing no fentanyl deaths in July and a major drop in overdoses this year. He explains how education, Narcan access, and tough prosecution of dealers are saving lives, while reminding families of the real dangers and tragic stories behind this crisis.
New state initiative for e-bike and scooter safety
There's a new push to keep people safe on electric bikes and scooters as the state has continued to see an increase in the modes of transposition on the roads. The new safety initiative, Safe Streets for Small Wheels, will host an event on Wednesday at the University of Central Florida (UCF) in Orlando. FOX 35's Marley Capper explains what the initiative's goal is.
There's a new push to keep people safe on electric bikes and scooters as the state has continued to see an increase in the modes of transposition on the roads. The new safety initiative, Safe Streets for Small Wheels, will host an event on Wednesday at the University of Central Florida (UCF) in Orlando. FOX 35's Marley Capper explains what the initiative's goal is.
Living Separately with Dementia: Tough Choices for Caregivers
FOX 35 sits down with Dr. Kenny Tello of Orlando Health to discuss the difficult decisions caregivers face when a loved one has dementia. From living separately to the guilt of ?not doing enough,? they explore the emotional toll, financial barriers, and the support groups available to families navigating this journey.
FOX 35 sits down with Dr. Kenny Tello of Orlando Health to discuss the difficult decisions caregivers face when a loved one has dementia. From living separately to the guilt of ?not doing enough,? they explore the emotional toll, financial barriers, and the support groups available to families navigating this journey.
Trump considers sending National Guard to Chicago
President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he plans to deploy the National Guard to Chicago in an effort to curb violent crime, though he did not provide a timeline. Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson condemned the move, warning of armed federal agents and vowing legal challenges.
President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he plans to deploy the National Guard to Chicago in an effort to curb violent crime, though he did not provide a timeline. Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson condemned the move, warning of armed federal agents and vowing legal challenges.
OCPS enrollment drops could affect budget
Orange County Public Schools has seen declining enrollment for years now. This year, they say thousands of students are again missing, and about half of the students come from immigrant families. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie explains why some parents say they're scared to send their child to school.
Orange County Public Schools has seen declining enrollment for years now. This year, they say thousands of students are again missing, and about half of the students come from immigrant families. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie explains why some parents say they're scared to send their child to school.
Boy grazed by bullet from gun fired by off-duty deputy
A Flagler County boy was injured when a stray bullet pierced his bedroom wall while he was playing video games, according to the Flagler County Sheriff?s Office. Deputies said a neighbor who lives several houses away admitted to firing .556-caliber rounds on his property during target practice with his daughter. The neighbor was identified as a deputy sheriff. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz breaks down what we know about the incident so far.
A Flagler County boy was injured when a stray bullet pierced his bedroom wall while he was playing video games, according to the Flagler County Sheriff?s Office. Deputies said a neighbor who lives several houses away admitted to firing .556-caliber rounds on his property during target practice with his daughter. The neighbor was identified as a deputy sheriff. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz breaks down what we know about the incident so far.
Travel Tuesday: Cruise deals for the fall
Summer is over, but that doesn't mean the cruise deals are! Multiple cruise lines offer deals going into the fall season, which make the perfect weekend getaway trip. Stewart Chiron, known as The Cruise Guy, joins Good Day Orlando to explain the offerings.
Summer is over, but that doesn't mean the cruise deals are! Multiple cruise lines offer deals going into the fall season, which make the perfect weekend getaway trip. Stewart Chiron, known as The Cruise Guy, joins Good Day Orlando to explain the offerings.