Meet the power couple on Capitol Hill
A power couple from Central Florida is taking over Washington, D.C. That couple is Mike Haridopolos, representative of the 8th District of Florida, and his wife, Dr. Stephanie Haridopolos, acting chief of staff and senior advisor for the office of the surgeon genera. FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt talks to the couple about their dynamic and how they make it work despite their prominent titles and influential positions.
A power couple from Central Florida is taking over Washington, D.C. That couple is Mike Haridopolos, representative of the 8th District of Florida, and his wife, Dr. Stephanie Haridopolos, acting chief of staff and senior advisor for the office of the surgeon genera. FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt talks to the couple about their dynamic and how they make it work despite their prominent titles and influential positions.
FWC to discuss proposed bear hunt today
Today, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) will discuss possibly allowing bear hunts in the state. If FWC choose to move forward with the controversial proposal, the bear hunt could become an annual event. Officials say a bear hunt would support bear conservation. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish brings the latest details.
Today, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) will discuss possibly allowing bear hunts in the state. If FWC choose to move forward with the controversial proposal, the bear hunt could become an annual event. Officials say a bear hunt would support bear conservation. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish brings the latest details.
President Trump's Golden Dome missile program, GOP budget push
On Tuesday, President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans for the Golden Dome missile defense system. Trump says the project will cost a total of $175 billion - $25 billion initial investment and another $150 billion to be budgeted over the course of two years. In addition, Trump's "big, beautiful budget" plan remains mired in uncertainty despite a last minute, in-person pitch to House Republicans.
On Tuesday, President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans for the Golden Dome missile defense system. Trump says the project will cost a total of $175 billion - $25 billion initial investment and another $150 billion to be budgeted over the course of two years. In addition, Trump's "big, beautiful budget" plan remains mired in uncertainty despite a last minute, in-person pitch to House Republicans.
Epic Universe: Explore Dark Universe
Universal's Epic Universe opens this week in Orlando, Florida -- the first major theme park to open in Florida in nearly two decades. Epic Universe will be Universal's fourth theme park in Florida, joining Universal's Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, and Volcano Bay. Epic Universal is home to Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, Dark Universe, Super Nintendo World, and How To Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, each with their own attractions, rides, shows, and restaurants. Epic Universe officially opens on Thursday, May 22, 2025 .FOX 35's David Martin gives us a preview of Dark Universe.
Universal's Epic Universe opens this week in Orlando, Florida -- the first major theme park to open in Florida in nearly two decades. Epic Universe will be Universal's fourth theme park in Florida, joining Universal's Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, and Volcano Bay. Epic Universal is home to Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, Dark Universe, Super Nintendo World, and How To Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, each with their own attractions, rides, shows, and restaurants. Epic Universe officially opens on Thursday, May 22, 2025 .FOX 35's David Martin gives us a preview of Dark Universe.
Epic Universe: Countdown to opening day
Epic Universe will open to the public on Thursday, May 22.
Epic Universe will open to the public on Thursday, May 22.
Should couples merge bank accounts - and when?
Finance expert Rachel Cruze talks with FOX 35's Good Day Orlando about the latest finance trends, and how couple's should handle finances. Do you merge bank accounts? And when in the relationship? How should you talk about money, budgeting, and finances with each other? Cruze offers some advice.
Finance expert Rachel Cruze talks with FOX 35's Good Day Orlando about the latest finance trends, and how couple's should handle finances. Do you merge bank accounts? And when in the relationship? How should you talk about money, budgeting, and finances with each other? Cruze offers some advice.
Study finds high levels of arsenic in rice
A new nationwide investigation by Healthy Babies Bright Futures (HBBF) has uncovered widespread contamination in store-bought rice sold in the United States, raising concerns about arsenic and cadmium exposure?especially among infants, toddlers and pregnant people. The 2025 report, "What?s in Your Family?s Rice?," found arsenic in every single rice sample tested, with more than 1 in 4 samples exceeding the FDA?s safety limit for infant rice cereal. FOX Medical's Dr. Mike Cirigliano joins Good Day Orlando to discuss.
A new nationwide investigation by Healthy Babies Bright Futures (HBBF) has uncovered widespread contamination in store-bought rice sold in the United States, raising concerns about arsenic and cadmium exposure?especially among infants, toddlers and pregnant people. The 2025 report, "What?s in Your Family?s Rice?," found arsenic in every single rice sample tested, with more than 1 in 4 samples exceeding the FDA?s safety limit for infant rice cereal. FOX Medical's Dr. Mike Cirigliano joins Good Day Orlando to discuss.
Grandmother and granddaughter graduate together
Lake-Sumter State College recently celebrated its largest graduating class in college history at the Spring 2025 commencement ceremony. Included in the graduates were a grandmother and granddaughter who walked the stage together. Diane Maca, 71, and her granddaughter, Payton Kuhn, join Good Day Orlando to talk about their journey.
Lake-Sumter State College recently celebrated its largest graduating class in college history at the Spring 2025 commencement ceremony. Included in the graduates were a grandmother and granddaughter who walked the stage together. Diane Maca, 71, and her granddaughter, Payton Kuhn, join Good Day Orlando to talk about their journey.
Keepings kids on a routine during the summer
Maintaining a routine for children during the summer is crucial for their well-being and development. While summer offers a break from the structured school environment, completely abandoning routines can lead to various challenges. Connie Albers, parenting education and family expert, joins FOX 35 to talk about the importance of a schedule and offers some helpful tips.
Maintaining a routine for children during the summer is crucial for their well-being and development. While summer offers a break from the structured school environment, completely abandoning routines can lead to various challenges. Connie Albers, parenting education and family expert, joins FOX 35 to talk about the importance of a schedule and offers some helpful tips.
Students design their own food truck concepts
Children at Park Maitland School are learning about the art of being entrepreneurs. They're competing "Shark Tank" style to present their own business concepts. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie heads out to the school to talk to some of the students about their creations.
Children at Park Maitland School are learning about the art of being entrepreneurs. They're competing "Shark Tank" style to present their own business concepts. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie heads out to the school to talk to some of the students about their creations.
College graduates face tougher job market
Recent college graduates are encountering a more challenging job market. Jessica Wensel, Associate Director of Employer and Alumni Connections at Rollins College, offers practical tips for landing a job.
Recent college graduates are encountering a more challenging job market. Jessica Wensel, Associate Director of Employer and Alumni Connections at Rollins College, offers practical tips for landing a job.
Sheriff Chitwood on preparing for busy Memorial Day weekend
FOX 35 caught up with Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood to see how his agency is preparing for Memorial Day weekend.
FOX 35 caught up with Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood to see how his agency is preparing for Memorial Day weekend.
Epic Universe Orlando: Inside How To Train Your Dragon
Universal's Epic Universe opens this week in Orlando, Florida -- the first major theme park to open in Florida in nearly two decades. Epic Universe will be Universal's fourth theme park in Florida, joining Universal's Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, and Volcano Bay. Epic Universal is home to Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, Dark Universe, Super Nintendo World, and How To Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, each with their own attractions, rides, shows, and restaurants. Epic Universe officially opens on Thursday, May 22, 2025. Here is a first look inside Epic Universe.
Universal's Epic Universe opens this week in Orlando, Florida -- the first major theme park to open in Florida in nearly two decades. Epic Universe will be Universal's fourth theme park in Florida, joining Universal's Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, and Volcano Bay. Epic Universal is home to Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, Dark Universe, Super Nintendo World, and How To Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, each with their own attractions, rides, shows, and restaurants. Epic Universe officially opens on Thursday, May 22, 2025. Here is a first look inside Epic Universe.
Doctor talks prostate cancer following Biden's diagnosis
Dr. Mike Cirigliano talks about prostate cancer following former President Joe Biden's recent diagnosis.
Dr. Mike Cirigliano talks about prostate cancer following former President Joe Biden's recent diagnosis.
Make it Monday: Pull-apart cupcake flag
On this segment of Make it Monday, Special Treats by Tanya owner, Tanya Jackson, shares how to create a pull-apart cupcake flag.
On this segment of Make it Monday, Special Treats by Tanya owner, Tanya Jackson, shares how to create a pull-apart cupcake flag.
Money Monday: Talking to your partner about finances
Personal Finance Expert and Bestselling Author Rachel Cruze gives insightful advice on how to speak with your partner about money.
Personal Finance Expert and Bestselling Author Rachel Cruze gives insightful advice on how to speak with your partner about money.
Self-defense insurance
Attorney Whitney Boan talks having an insurance policy for self defense.
Attorney Whitney Boan talks having an insurance policy for self defense.
Teen shot in Sanford drive-by set to walk at graduation
One year after a drive-by shooting left her with a traumatic brain injury, a Sanford teenager is preparing to walk across the graduation stage ? a milestone once thought impossible.
One year after a drive-by shooting left her with a traumatic brain injury, a Sanford teenager is preparing to walk across the graduation stage ? a milestone once thought impossible.
Advice for parents dealing with 'empty nest syndrome'
Robin Jonas talks the transition to empty nest for parents who are sending their children off to college.
Robin Jonas talks the transition to empty nest for parents who are sending their children off to college.
Epic Universe preview ahead of grand opening
FOX 35's David Martin shares what you need to know ahead of the grand opening of Universal's Epic Universe.
FOX 35's David Martin shares what you need to know ahead of the grand opening of Universal's Epic Universe.