Push to merge NASA and the U.S. Space Force
As Florida leaders call for moving the nation?s space-agency headquarters to Brevard County, Space Florida is launching a study about how NASA and U.S. Space Force operations could be merged at Cape Canaveral. Winston Scott, retired U.S. Navy captain, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the possible merge and what it would mean for space exploration.
As Florida leaders call for moving the nation?s space-agency headquarters to Brevard County, Space Florida is launching a study about how NASA and U.S. Space Force operations could be merged at Cape Canaveral. Winston Scott, retired U.S. Navy captain, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the possible merge and what it would mean for space exploration.
Florida Missing Child Alert canceled for 2 Jacksonville girls
A Missing Child Alert issued for Brooklyn Albertie, 10, and Taylor Muller, 11, of Jacksonville, has been canceled.
A Missing Child Alert issued for Brooklyn Albertie, 10, and Taylor Muller, 11, of Jacksonville, has been canceled.
Tavares couple found dead in home after likely murder-suicide, police say
A Tavares married couple were found dead in their home Tuesday night in what appears to be a murder-suicide, police say.
A Tavares married couple were found dead in their home Tuesday night in what appears to be a murder-suicide, police say.
Osceola County hit-and-run crash
A woman was killed Wednesday morning in a crash in an Osceola County neighborhood. Investigators are searching for the driver of the vehicle involved in the crash who fled the scene. There is currently roadblock for both directions on Florida Parkway at Birchwood Circle.
A woman was killed Wednesday morning in a crash in an Osceola County neighborhood. Investigators are searching for the driver of the vehicle involved in the crash who fled the scene. There is currently roadblock for both directions on Florida Parkway at Birchwood Circle.
Sheldon Wetherholt appears in court
A third suspect, Sheldon Wetherholt, has been arrested on racketeering and conspiracy charges related to an illegal gambling operation tied to former Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, officials say. Wetherholt, 58, appeared in court on Wednesday morning. At the hearing, a judge set his bond at $100,000 and ordered him to run over any firearms, as well as be fitted with a GPS monitor.
A third suspect, Sheldon Wetherholt, has been arrested on racketeering and conspiracy charges related to an illegal gambling operation tied to former Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, officials say. Wetherholt, 58, appeared in court on Wednesday morning. At the hearing, a judge set his bond at $100,000 and ordered him to run over any firearms, as well as be fitted with a GPS monitor.
Third co-defendant tied to ex-Sheriff Marcos Lopez's illegal gambling scheme released on bond
A third co-defendant accused of racketeering and conspiracy charges related to an alleged illegal gambling operation tied to former Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, has been released from jail.
A third co-defendant accused of racketeering and conspiracy charges related to an alleged illegal gambling operation tied to former Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, has been released from jail.
Newsom claims Trump 'chose theatrics over safety' in deploying National Guard to LA
California Governor Gavin Newsom is accusing President Donald Trump of deliberately making the anti-ICE protests worse.
California Governor Gavin Newsom is accusing President Donald Trump of deliberately making the anti-ICE protests worse.
Glass shatters on Royal Caribbean ship near Port Canaveral
A Royal Caribbean cruise passenger captured video of a frightening incident Sunday when a large pane of glass shattered and fell from a restaurant window aboard the Symphony of the Seas, narrowly missing people on the deck below.
A Royal Caribbean cruise passenger captured video of a frightening incident Sunday when a large pane of glass shattered and fell from a restaurant window aboard the Symphony of the Seas, narrowly missing people on the deck below.
Rep. LaMonica McIver indicted on federal charges after scuffle at ICE facility
U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver has disputed the allegations as baseless.
U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver has disputed the allegations as baseless.
National Guard in LA: Why is Newsom suing the Trump administration?
As anti-ICE protests continue in LA, President Trump deployed 4,000 National Guard troops—without approval from Gov. Newsom, sparking legal action and political outrage.
As anti-ICE protests continue in LA, President Trump deployed 4,000 National Guard troops—without approval from Gov. Newsom, sparking legal action and political outrage.
Enough fentanyl to kill 4 times Georgia's population: Massive drug bust
A federal grand jury in the Northern District of Georgia has indicted 47-year-old Bartholomew Keeton Harralson of Atlanta on multiple drug and weapons charges.
A federal grand jury in the Northern District of Georgia has indicted 47-year-old Bartholomew Keeton Harralson of Atlanta on multiple drug and weapons charges.
Gov. DeSantis, Florida Cabinet approve protection of more than 78,000 acres of land
Gov. Ron DeSantis, Attorney General James Uthmeier and Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson have approved the protection of more than 78,000 acres of land throughout Florida, including more than 76,000 thousand in the rural area within the Ocala-to-Osceola Wildlife Corridor.
Gov. Ron DeSantis, Attorney General James Uthmeier and Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson have approved the protection of more than 78,000 acres of land throughout Florida, including more than 76,000 thousand in the rural area within the Ocala-to-Osceola Wildlife Corridor.
Woman sues Costco in Santa Rosa for $14M after display falls on her head
A woman has sued Costco in Santa Rosa for $14 million after she said a display fell on her, causing her to suffer a traumatic brain injury – although her original injury complaint did not mention her head.
A woman has sued Costco in Santa Rosa for $14 million after she said a display fell on her, causing her to suffer a traumatic brain injury – although her original injury complaint did not mention her head.
Chicago anti-ICE protests prompt street closures while car speeds into crowd
Hundreds protest ICE arrests in downtown Chicago, leading to clashes with police, and a car speeding through a crowd.
Hundreds protest ICE arrests in downtown Chicago, leading to clashes with police, and a car speeding through a crowd.
Florida Gov. DeSantis signs 3 bills to protect children, hold alleged predators accountable
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is signing bills to protect children and hold alleged predators accountable.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is signing bills to protect children and hold alleged predators accountable.
Mountaineer dies after falling 3,000 feet from Mount McKinley in Alaska
The 41-year-old man wasn’t wearing a rope while ski mountaineering on Mount McKinley, park officials said.
The 41-year-old man wasn’t wearing a rope while ski mountaineering on Mount McKinley, park officials said.
U.S. border policies impacting Olympics, World Cup
The U.S. Senate, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Governmental Affairs Oversight Committee held a meeting Tuesday to talk about the impact of President Donald Trump's border policies when it comes to international sporting events, such as the 2028 Olympic Games and the FIFA World Cup.
The U.S. Senate, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Governmental Affairs Oversight Committee held a meeting Tuesday to talk about the impact of President Donald Trump's border policies when it comes to international sporting events, such as the 2028 Olympic Games and the FIFA World Cup.
Gov. DeSantis slams anti-ICE protests
Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke at a Florida Cabinet meeting on Tuesday to honor first responders. During his remarks, DeSantis also touched on his push to eliminate property taxes and ended by slamming the anti-ICE protects taking place around the country.
Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke at a Florida Cabinet meeting on Tuesday to honor first responders. During his remarks, DeSantis also touched on his push to eliminate property taxes and ended by slamming the anti-ICE protects taking place around the country.
Florida organization sets record for python captures
The Conservancy of Southwest Florida says teams captured 6,300 pounds of invasive snakes this season, setting a record. Burmese pythons are invasive, with experts saying they pose a threat to Florida's ecosystem. The state also offers opportunities year-round to remove invasive pythons.
The Conservancy of Southwest Florida says teams captured 6,300 pounds of invasive snakes this season, setting a record. Burmese pythons are invasive, with experts saying they pose a threat to Florida's ecosystem. The state also offers opportunities year-round to remove invasive pythons.
Port Orange revitalization project
Port Orange Mayor Scott Stillner joins Good Day Orlando to discuss phase one of the city's "Down Under" revamp. The revitalization project is for one of the area's most popular business districts and includes adjustments for stormwater, parking and pedestrian safety.
Port Orange Mayor Scott Stillner joins Good Day Orlando to discuss phase one of the city's "Down Under" revamp. The revitalization project is for one of the area's most popular business districts and includes adjustments for stormwater, parking and pedestrian safety.