National Stop on Red Week
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The goal during National Stop on Red Week is to highlight the significance of fully stopping at a red light, which cuts down on potential accidents and injuries to others. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz shares how the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDOT) is keeping everyone safe.

Island H2O holds 'Back to School Splash'
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Island H2O Water Park is holding its "Back to School Splash" on Aug. 8 from 8:30 p.m. to midnight in Kissimmee. Guests can enjoy water slides, a foam party and more with Star 94.5. FOX 35's David Martin reports.

Chef Kamal Philibert teaches, inspires local kids
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In this FOX 35 Care Force segment, we honor Chef Kamal Philibert, who volunteers his time at a local community center to teach and inspire children. FOX 35?s Amanda Ruiz has the story.

Keeping kids safe while sharing back-to-school photos
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Central Florida students head back to class next week. While many parents are excited to share their children?s back-to-school photos online, officials are warning against sharing too much personal information, as scammers may be watching.

When should you stop for a school bus?
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Students across Central Florida are headed back to class next week, which means drivers will see the return of school buses on the road. FOX 35's Traffic Anchor Stephanie Rivas shows when drivers should stop for a school bus.

Staying safe on the roads when heading to school
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Most Central Florida students will return to class for the new school year next week. FOX 35's Matt Trezza shares how we can keep students safe on the roads when heading to school.

Rip Ride Rockit rollercoaster closing at Universal
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Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit at Universal Studios Florida will permanently close on August 18 to make way for a new attraction. Theme park expert Tharin White shares his thoughts on the closure, along with new details about SeaWorld Orlando?s Howl-O-Scream haunted houses, Epic Universe, and more.

Cracking down on school threats in Volusia County
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Volusia County deputies are rolling out a new team as students are heading back to school next week. Last year, they had dozens of swatting calls. They had bomb threats. They had some shooting threats. So they are starting a behavioral threat assessment unit. Captain Todd Smith from the Volusia Sheriff's Office joins FOX 35 to talk more about it.

101 Paws And Claws in Deltona
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FOX 35's David Martin takes you on an exclusive tour of 101 Paws And Claws, a USDA and FWC licensed non-profit exotic animal facility in Deltona committed to public education and wildlife awareness.

Protecting students on the way to and from campus
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Central Florida school crossings are prepared for the start of the new school year, with crossing guards ready to help keep students safe on their way to and from school. Emili Sommers, Volusia County?s School Crossing Guard Program Coordinator, shares how the team plans to ensure student safety.

Operation Best Foot Forward: Drivers watch for pedestrians
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Central Florida students are getting ready to head back to school, and law enforcement wants you to watch the roadways. More families and children are going to be out waiting on school buses and even walking to school. That is why St. Cloud Police are kicking off "Operation Best Foot Forward." this morning. FOX 35's Matt Trezza reports.

Florida Highway Patrol enforcing 'super speeder' law
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The top prosecutor for Orange and Osceola counties is warning drivers to ease off the gas pedal or face serious consequences under a new state law which makes extreme speeding an arrestable offense. Florida Highway Patrol Trooper Migdalisis Garcia weighs in.

Lifeguards warn of dangerous rip currents
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Lifeguards are warning of rip current dangers after more than 120 people were pulled from the ocean off Volusia County beaches over that past few days.

New tariffs take effect; Trump could meet with Putin
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FOX News' Doug Luzader shares the latest political headlines from Washington, D.C. Thursday?s topics include new tariffs going into effect, President Trump possibly meeting with President Putin soon, and Vice President Vance denying reports of meeting regarding Jeffrey Epstein.

Providing cool air to shelter animals
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The sweltering Central Florida summer is not just affecting humans, animals are also struggling in the high heat. The Southeast Volusia Humane Society says they are in crisis mode. FOX 35's Marlisa Goldsmith shares how you can lend a helping hand.

Matcha Mania
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Christina Morin from Foxtail Coffee joins the Good Day Orlando team to demonstrate how to make matcha.

Crossing guards ready for the school year
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Crossing guards across Central Florida are gearing up for the new school year to keep students safe as they arrive and leave campus. Dacia Maisonave, the Seminole County Sheriff's Office crossing guard supervisor, joins Good Day Xtra to share more about the program.

School safety in Seminole County
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As Seminole County students return to school, the district is prioritizing safety, particularly online threats, with support from law enforcement. Captain Ron Shaw, from the "School Safety Team" at the Seminole County Sheriff's Office weighs in.

Trump: FBI ?may have to? help bring back Dems who left Texas
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President Donald Trump said Tuesday evening that the FBI "may have to" round up a group of Democratic lawmakers who fled Texas to avoid voting on the state?s proposed redistricting map. This comes as Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and several Texas leaders, including Attorney General Ken Paxton, have demanded that the 50 Democratic members of the state legislature who fled the state return or face consequences.