Mystery donor drops gold coin worth thousands in Salvation Army bucket
A Salvation Army location in Vermont recently received an unexpected and heartwarming surprise among its holiday donations.
Must-see video: Father, son dramatically rescued from deep in the alligator-infested Florida Everglades
A father and son in Florida were rescued from the alligator-filled Everglades after their ATV ran out of gas -- stranding them shortly before sunset.
Season of giving: These charities are making a difference this Christmas
As the Christmas season approaches, a range of charities working tirelessly to support families and individuals in need.
More people crowdfunded for basic needs like food in 2025, GoFundMe report finds
A new GoFundMe report shows a significant rise in people turning to crowdfunding for basic needs like food in 2025.
California dog found in Lincoln Park after 4 years, returned to family
The dog - who was microchipped - was recently found tied to the fence of a small shelter in Lincoln Park four years and seven months later - and 2,289 miles away.
'A miracle happened': Lifeguards rescue runaway dog swept out to sea in rip current
A beloved black lab mix named Sadie had luck, lifeguards and an AirTag on her side when she escaped from the San Diego home she was visiting and got swept out to sea by a rip current.
Watch: Michigan woman rescues raccoon stuck inside dumpster
The woman attempted using a metal trashcan and a cardboard box to get the raccoon out, but neither option worked.
Made in Central Florida: How Huey Magoo's got its start near UCF
Did you know that Huey Magoo's was founded in Florida, not far from the University of Central Florida, in fact?
Orange County security guards save man from burning car
Now hailed as heroes by Orange County government officials, two orange county security guards saved a man who crashed his car into the Northwest Water Reclamation Facility in Apopka. The security guards acted quickly as one pulled the driver from his burning car and the second guard called first responders.
Viral Walt Disney World photographer honored with huge award
It is hard not to smile when Walt Disney World PhotoPass Photographer Willie Jackson is looking back at you.
❤️ U MITCH: Sign seen by millions during Brewers-Cubs game stirs curiosity
As hometown baseball fans celebrated a Brewers victory over the Chicago Cubs at American Family Field on Saturday, Oct. 11, a mystery emerged.
Florida thrift shop helps find military burial uniforms for veterans: 'the right thing'
The FOX 35 Care Force is honoring a Central Florida Navy Veteran making a difference in the lives of military families as they strive to give their veterans a burial with honors.
Thunderstorm sparks mysterious 2,000-mile journey for spooked California pup later found in Illinois
One theory behind the impressive journey is that Opie, while lost, was mistakenly thought to be dumped and unwanted. They might’ve then scooped him up to save him.
A real Trooper: Abandoned dog left for dead finds new, loving home year after Hurricane Milton
One year ago, an abandoned Bull Terrier was left for dead, chained to a fence along Tampa's Interestate 75 as storm surges from Hurricane Milton rushed around the poor pup.
Disney specialty license plate raises $5M for Make-A-Wish kids: 'Power to transform a child’s life'
The Walt Disney World specialty license plate has raised $5 million for Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida, helping grant wishes for more than 600 children with critical illnesses, according to Disney.
Lake Mary football player's fight for his life after touchdown, broken arm
A Lake Mary High School football player is finally back home after spending three weeks in the hospital after breaking his arm following a touchdown. What was thought to be a simple break – and a routine recovery – suddenly became a fight for his life.
FOX 35 Care Force: Honoring Brenda Whitaker, Seminole County Crossing Guard of the Year
The FOX 35 Care Force is honoring Brenda Whitaker, the 2024 Seminole County Crossing Guard of the Year, for making a difference in the lives of the students she helps to protect.
Meet Chris Robinson, Cocoa High School's football captain, star, and academic leading man
Have you met Chris Robinson yet? He's a star on his high school football team and on the field, a star in the choir, and in the classroom.
Virginia woman wins lottery, donates it all to charity: 'I feel blessed'
One local woman is turning her luck into generosity and splitting her big check three ways, gifting thousands to three different charities.



















