Florida dad sentenced to life in prison for son's death
Larry Rhodes, the Florida man accused of killing his 6-year-old son for drinking out of a toilet, will spend the rest of his life in prison, according to court records. An Osceola County grand jury formally indicted the 25-year-old on Wednesday for first-degree murder, two counts of aggravated child abuse and four counts of child abuse, in the murder of his son and the alleged felony abuse of his other children.
Larry Rhodes, the Florida man accused of killing his 6-year-old son for drinking out of a toilet, will spend the rest of his life in prison, according to court records. An Osceola County grand jury formally indicted the 25-year-old on Wednesday for first-degree murder, two counts of aggravated child abuse and four counts of child abuse, in the murder of his son and the alleged felony abuse of his other children.
Workout Wednesday: RCG Health & Fitness
On this segment of Workout Wednesday, FOX 35's Marley Capper pays a visit to RCG Health & Fitness in Sanford.
On this segment of Workout Wednesday, FOX 35's Marley Capper pays a visit to RCG Health & Fitness in Sanford.
Orlando Science Center hosting 'Science & Wine' fundraiser
The Orlando Science Center is hosting a 'Science & Wine' event on Saturday, April 26. Science presenter Zachary Mailhot and senior marketing manager Chrissy Schreiber share more details about the event.
The Orlando Science Center is hosting a 'Science & Wine' event on Saturday, April 26. Science presenter Zachary Mailhot and senior marketing manager Chrissy Schreiber share more details about the event.
Young Orlando Solar Bears fan joins Good Day Orlando
FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt speaks with Morgan Holstrom and her young son, Brooks ? a huge fan of the Orlando Solar Bears.
FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt speaks with Morgan Holstrom and her young son, Brooks ? a huge fan of the Orlando Solar Bears.
Teen boy hit on scooter hit by car in Lake Mary
A 15-year-old boy crossing the street on a scooter was hit by a car on Tuesday in Lake Mary, officials say. The boy was taken to the hospital, and the driver is facing numerous traffic charges.
A 15-year-old boy crossing the street on a scooter was hit by a car on Tuesday in Lake Mary, officials say. The boy was taken to the hospital, and the driver is facing numerous traffic charges.
MLP Orlando pickleball tournament starts Thursday
The MLP Orlando pickleball tournament starts Thursday at the USTA national campus. Ryan Devos, the co-owner and general manager of Major League Pickleball's Orlando Squeeze franchise, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss more about it.
The MLP Orlando pickleball tournament starts Thursday at the USTA national campus. Ryan Devos, the co-owner and general manager of Major League Pickleball's Orlando Squeeze franchise, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss more about it.
Mangrove Marketplace features self-serving ramen station
FOX 35's David Martin pays a trip to the Mangrove Marketplace in Brevard County that features a self-serving ramen station.
FOX 35's David Martin pays a trip to the Mangrove Marketplace in Brevard County that features a self-serving ramen station.
Impacts of wildfires on the Florida ecosystem
FOX 35 Meteorologist Brooks Garner speaks with Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services' Wildfire Mitigation Specialist, Cliff Frazier, about recent wildfires in Florida and their impacts to the state's ecosystem.
FOX 35 Meteorologist Brooks Garner speaks with Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services' Wildfire Mitigation Specialist, Cliff Frazier, about recent wildfires in Florida and their impacts to the state's ecosystem.
Florida kidney donation success story
FOX 35 News sits down with Victoria "Tori" Myers, Catherine Rivera, Eddie Rivera, and Colton Myers about their successful kidney donation success story.
FOX 35 News sits down with Victoria "Tori" Myers, Catherine Rivera, Eddie Rivera, and Colton Myers about their successful kidney donation success story.
Celebrating Earth Day with eco-friendly fashion
In celebration of Earth Day, Alyssa Bolanos, an eco-conscious creator and owner of "Oh Eco" in Orlando, shares practical tips for embracing sustainable fashion. She also highlights Wekiva Island's upcoming Earth Day celebration, scheduled for April 25.
In celebration of Earth Day, Alyssa Bolanos, an eco-conscious creator and owner of "Oh Eco" in Orlando, shares practical tips for embracing sustainable fashion. She also highlights Wekiva Island's upcoming Earth Day celebration, scheduled for April 25.
Apopka man arrested for 1991 deadly stabbing
The St. Cloud Police Department has arrested 72-year-old Gene Stuller in connection to the 1991 murder of Julia Sue Wilbanks, solving a cold case that remained unsolved for 33 years. Police Chief Douglas Goerke joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the case.
The St. Cloud Police Department has arrested 72-year-old Gene Stuller in connection to the 1991 murder of Julia Sue Wilbanks, solving a cold case that remained unsolved for 33 years. Police Chief Douglas Goerke joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the case.
Apopka man arrested in cold case, unsolved for 33 years
St. Cloud police have arrested 72-year-old Gene Stuller in connection to the 1991 murder of Julia Sue Wilbanks, solving a cold case that remained unsolved for 33 years. DNA advancements led investigators to identify Stuller as a suspect earlier this year. St. Cloud Police Chief Douglas Goerke joins FOX 35 to talk about the arrest.
St. Cloud police have arrested 72-year-old Gene Stuller in connection to the 1991 murder of Julia Sue Wilbanks, solving a cold case that remained unsolved for 33 years. DNA advancements led investigators to identify Stuller as a suspect earlier this year. St. Cloud Police Chief Douglas Goerke joins FOX 35 to talk about the arrest.
Jeep owners clean beach in Daytona on Earth Day
This Earth Day, FOX 35's David Martin heads over to Daytona Beach to hang out with hundreds of Jeep owners as they spend the morning cleaning the sandy shores near and around the Hard Rock Hotel. The public is invited to join the fun and dump trash in the dumpster for prizes as part of the event.
This Earth Day, FOX 35's David Martin heads over to Daytona Beach to hang out with hundreds of Jeep owners as they spend the morning cleaning the sandy shores near and around the Hard Rock Hotel. The public is invited to join the fun and dump trash in the dumpster for prizes as part of the event.
Backstreet Boy opening new restaurant in Central Florida
Backstreet Boy Howie Dorough has opened a restaurant, lounge and condo complex called "Coa" in Cocoa Beach, Florida. The restaurant and lounge are located in a five-story oceanfront condo complex called "The Surf." The Surf is a high-end development, with all the condos reportedly sold out. Coa serves modern American cuisine with global influences, and the Coa Lounge is a Floridaterranean cocktail lounge.
Backstreet Boy Howie Dorough has opened a restaurant, lounge and condo complex called "Coa" in Cocoa Beach, Florida. The restaurant and lounge are located in a five-story oceanfront condo complex called "The Surf." The Surf is a high-end development, with all the condos reportedly sold out. Coa serves modern American cuisine with global influences, and the Coa Lounge is a Floridaterranean cocktail lounge.
Stephan Sterns to appear in court hearing today
Stephan Sterns, the man accused of raping and murdering 13-year-old Madeline Soto, is seeking to delay a scheduled suppression hearing, citing newly obtained "confidential information," according to court records. The defense hopes to prevent jurors from seeing evidence from Sterns? phone and Google account, which they claim was unlawfully obtained, though prosecutors argue he gave consent. A hearing to determine whether the delay will be granted is set for this morning.
Stephan Sterns, the man accused of raping and murdering 13-year-old Madeline Soto, is seeking to delay a scheduled suppression hearing, citing newly obtained "confidential information," according to court records. The defense hopes to prevent jurors from seeing evidence from Sterns? phone and Google account, which they claim was unlawfully obtained, though prosecutors argue he gave consent. A hearing to determine whether the delay will be granted is set for this morning.
Eli Lilly launches new weight loss drug pill
Eli Lilly is launching a new weight loss option -- a pill vs. an injectable. The new weight loss pill, orforglipron, is a once-daily oral GLP-1 receptor agonist that is designed to lower blood sugar and help with weight loss. Experts are watching to see how it competes with Novo Nordisk, the maker of Ozempic and Wegovy, other weight-loss options. Editor's note: An earlier description incorrectly said Eli Lilly manufactured Ozempic. That is not correct.
Eli Lilly is launching a new weight loss option -- a pill vs. an injectable. The new weight loss pill, orforglipron, is a once-daily oral GLP-1 receptor agonist that is designed to lower blood sugar and help with weight loss. Experts are watching to see how it competes with Novo Nordisk, the maker of Ozempic and Wegovy, other weight-loss options. Editor's note: An earlier description incorrectly said Eli Lilly manufactured Ozempic. That is not correct.
Former FOX 35 employee describes meeting Pope Francis
A funeral has been scheduled for Pope Francis on Saturday. The Pope died at age 88 of a stroke and heart failure. Former FOX 35 employee Lauren Holley talks about her experience of meeting the Pope in 2022.
A funeral has been scheduled for Pope Francis on Saturday. The Pope died at age 88 of a stroke and heart failure. Former FOX 35 employee Lauren Holley talks about her experience of meeting the Pope in 2022.
Orange County commission to discuss important items today
The Orange County Board of County Commissioners is meeting today, with a few important items up for discussion on the agenda. The items include rezoning land for new transitional housing, increasing LYNX bus services and a tourist development tax sports incentive.
The Orange County Board of County Commissioners is meeting today, with a few important items up for discussion on the agenda. The items include rezoning land for new transitional housing, increasing LYNX bus services and a tourist development tax sports incentive.
Brevard County could issue burn ban today
The dry conditions are continuing across Central Florida, causing brush fires to spark up in the area. To help prevent those fires, a burn ban could go into effect in Brevard County today.
The dry conditions are continuing across Central Florida, causing brush fires to spark up in the area. To help prevent those fires, a burn ban could go into effect in Brevard County today.
Lion photobombs wedding ceremony pictures
A couple recently had their Brevard Zoo wedding crashed by an unexpected friendly visitor, when a large lion made a special appearance to watch the happy pair speak their vows.
A couple recently had their Brevard Zoo wedding crashed by an unexpected friendly visitor, when a large lion made a special appearance to watch the happy pair speak their vows.