New library coming to Maitland
Maitland city leaders have approved the final plans for a new two-story public library and upgrades to Quinn Strong Park, marking a major milestone for a project years in the making. Maitland's original library was built in 1907. Stacie Larson, director of the Maitland library, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the $16 million project.
Maitland city leaders have approved the final plans for a new two-story public library and upgrades to Quinn Strong Park, marking a major milestone for a project years in the making. Maitland's original library was built in 1907. Stacie Larson, director of the Maitland library, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the $16 million project.
Flooding fixes in Apopka discussed at meeting
Heavy downpours have caused big flooding problems for a neighborhood in Apopka. The city has implemented several temporary fixes in an effort to prevent the water from rising too high. FOX 35's Marley Capper explains more on the city's decision to keep the short-term solution for a little while longer.
Heavy downpours have caused big flooding problems for a neighborhood in Apopka. The city has implemented several temporary fixes in an effort to prevent the water from rising too high. FOX 35's Marley Capper explains more on the city's decision to keep the short-term solution for a little while longer.
Protecting yourself from flesh-eating bacteria
It's summer, which means more people are enjoying time in the water to ward off the brutal heat in Florida. Fresh water can carry some risks with it, including flesh-eating bacteria. The Vibrio vulnificus bacteria, found in saltwater, brackish water and inside raw or undercooked seafood, led to deaths in Bay, Broward, Hillsborough and St. Johns counties, according to the Florida Department of Health (FDOH). Orlando Health's Dr. Daniel Egan joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the bacteria and how to keep yourself safe.
It's summer, which means more people are enjoying time in the water to ward off the brutal heat in Florida. Fresh water can carry some risks with it, including flesh-eating bacteria. The Vibrio vulnificus bacteria, found in saltwater, brackish water and inside raw or undercooked seafood, led to deaths in Bay, Broward, Hillsborough and St. Johns counties, according to the Florida Department of Health (FDOH). Orlando Health's Dr. Daniel Egan joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the bacteria and how to keep yourself safe.
'Good Trouble Lives On' protests happening today
Several "Good Trouble Lives On" protests will be taking place across the country today, including in Central Florida. The national day of action aims to "respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration." Nearly 50 Florida cities are expected to participate.
Several "Good Trouble Lives On" protests will be taking place across the country today, including in Central Florida. The national day of action aims to "respond to the attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration." Nearly 50 Florida cities are expected to participate.
Senate passes spending cuts; Epstein case tensions rise
President Donald Trump?s multibillion-dollar clawback package was passed early Thursday morning. The final vote tally was 51-48, with Republican Sens. Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska joining every Democrat in voting against it. The package will now be sent to the House, which has until Friday to pass it.
President Donald Trump?s multibillion-dollar clawback package was passed early Thursday morning. The final vote tally was 51-48, with Republican Sens. Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska joining every Democrat in voting against it. The package will now be sent to the House, which has until Friday to pass it.
Astro Fest at the Orlando Science Center
Experience an interstellar weekend at the Orlando Science Center! Presented by Spotlight Energy, residents and visitors can embark on a journey through the stars with hands-on activities, captivating films, inspiring talks and live shows that illuminate the mysteries of the cosmos.
Experience an interstellar weekend at the Orlando Science Center! Presented by Spotlight Energy, residents and visitors can embark on a journey through the stars with hands-on activities, captivating films, inspiring talks and live shows that illuminate the mysteries of the cosmos.
Make-A-Wish Mexico trip reveal for local teen
The FOX 35 Care Force heads out to a local Make-A-Wish reveal party on Wednesday. Jeremy, known fondly as ?Tripp," is a brave young man who has been fighting a respiratory disease. As part of his wish, Tripp will embark on a thrilling adventure to Cabo, Mexico, for a sport fishing experience of a lifetime.
The FOX 35 Care Force heads out to a local Make-A-Wish reveal party on Wednesday. Jeremy, known fondly as ?Tripp," is a brave young man who has been fighting a respiratory disease. As part of his wish, Tripp will embark on a thrilling adventure to Cabo, Mexico, for a sport fishing experience of a lifetime.
Tiny Cazel to compete in her 25th 'National Senior Games'
The National Senior Games Association is holding the 2025 Nationals from July 24 to Aug. 4, and Central Florida has several seniors who will be repping the state of Florida. FOX 35's Marley Capper speaks with one of the local competitors, Tony Cazel, who will be participating in her 25th games.
The National Senior Games Association is holding the 2025 Nationals from July 24 to Aug. 4, and Central Florida has several seniors who will be repping the state of Florida. FOX 35's Marley Capper speaks with one of the local competitors, Tony Cazel, who will be participating in her 25th games.
Community helps humane society after storms
The community has been stepping up to help the Southeast Volusia Humane Society after recent storms. The storms caused a large tree on the property to split dangerously. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish heads over to New Smyrna Beach for a look at the recovery efforts.
The community has been stepping up to help the Southeast Volusia Humane Society after recent storms. The storms caused a large tree on the property to split dangerously. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish heads over to New Smyrna Beach for a look at the recovery efforts.
FSU shooting suspect has hearing
Phoenix Ikner, the student accused of a mass shooting at Florida State University (FSU), had a case management hearing on Wednesday morning. Ikner did not appear in court for the hearing. The case is set to go to trial on Nov. 3 and will begin with jury selection.
Phoenix Ikner, the student accused of a mass shooting at Florida State University (FSU), had a case management hearing on Wednesday morning. Ikner did not appear in court for the hearing. The case is set to go to trial on Nov. 3 and will begin with jury selection.
Sanford sealing and expungement clinic
Community Lega Services is hosting a sealing and expungement clinic tomorrow in Sanford. The event is being held in partnership with District 2 Commissioner Kerry Wiggins Sr. The commissioner joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about the importance of the event and the impact that he hopes it has.
Community Lega Services is hosting a sealing and expungement clinic tomorrow in Sanford. The event is being held in partnership with District 2 Commissioner Kerry Wiggins Sr. The commissioner joins Good Day Orlando to talk more about the importance of the event and the impact that he hopes it has.
Flooding damages motel, residents displaced
There were some areas that were hit hard in Volusia and Brevard counties following the heavy rain and storms on Tuesday. Residents are continuing to deal with flooding even after the storms have passed. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish shows the damage at The Patio Motel in Mims.
There were some areas that were hit hard in Volusia and Brevard counties following the heavy rain and storms on Tuesday. Residents are continuing to deal with flooding even after the storms have passed. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish shows the damage at The Patio Motel in Mims.
Staying ahead of storms with lightning tech
Summer weather in Florida can be unpredictable, and lightning can strike at any moment. Leaders in Seminole County are taking proactive measures to keep people safe before any lightning strikes happen. FOX 35's Marley Capper explains the local lightning detection devices spread out at local parks.
Summer weather in Florida can be unpredictable, and lightning can strike at any moment. Leaders in Seminole County are taking proactive measures to keep people safe before any lightning strikes happen. FOX 35's Marley Capper explains the local lightning detection devices spread out at local parks.
Spending cuts divide lawmakers in U.S.
Lawmakers are currently facing a divide as they debate proposed spending cuts, most notably in areas such as education and foreign aid. The disagreements center around the extent and impact of the cuts, with some lawmakers arguing for austerity measures while others advocate for maintaining or even increasing funding levels in certain areas.
Lawmakers are currently facing a divide as they debate proposed spending cuts, most notably in areas such as education and foreign aid. The disagreements center around the extent and impact of the cuts, with some lawmakers arguing for austerity measures while others advocate for maintaining or even increasing funding levels in certain areas.
Money Monday: How to become a millionaire
James Royal, a Bankrate investing and markets analyst, talked with FOX 35's Danielle Knox on Good Day Orlando to talk about how to become a millionaire. Some of his advice is that building wealth is a marathon, not a sprint. More time equals a bigger snowball.
James Royal, a Bankrate investing and markets analyst, talked with FOX 35's Danielle Knox on Good Day Orlando to talk about how to become a millionaire. Some of his advice is that building wealth is a marathon, not a sprint. More time equals a bigger snowball.
More flamingos spotted across Florida
Staff with the South Florida Water Management District report recently spotting around 125 American flamingos around the Everglades, marking the largest flock seen in South Florida in at least the last decade.
Staff with the South Florida Water Management District report recently spotting around 125 American flamingos around the Everglades, marking the largest flock seen in South Florida in at least the last decade.
Seminole State's Derek Demeter finds meteorite in Chile
FOX 35 speaks with Seminole State's Derek Demeter about his interesting meteorite find in Chile.
FOX 35 speaks with Seminole State's Derek Demeter about his interesting meteorite find in Chile.
Trump threatens Russia with 100% tariffs
President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will send "top-of-the-line weapons" to Ukraine while also threatening Russia with severe tariffs if a deal to end the war is not reached within 50 days. Two rounds of ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine took place earlier this year, but no other meetings have so far been scheduled.
President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will send "top-of-the-line weapons" to Ukraine while also threatening Russia with severe tariffs if a deal to end the war is not reached within 50 days. Two rounds of ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine took place earlier this year, but no other meetings have so far been scheduled.
Christmas in July in Ormond Beach
FOX 35's David Martin visits a local business in Ormond Beach for Christmas in July.
FOX 35's David Martin visits a local business in Ormond Beach for Christmas in July.
Veteran makes quilt for kids battling cancer
On this segment of FOX 35 Care Force, we introduce you to a local veteran who makes quilts for children battling cancer.
On this segment of FOX 35 Care Force, we introduce you to a local veteran who makes quilts for children battling cancer.