Pres. Trump signs 'Take It Down Act' bill designed to fight AI deepfakes, revenge porn

President Donald Trump was joined by First Lady Melania Trump on Monday afternoon to sign a bill targeting non-censual images, including deepfakes made with artificial intelligence and revenge porn.

Judge rules DOGE takeover of US Institute of Peace 'unlawful'

A federal district judge declared that actions by the Department of Government Efficiency to take over the U.S. Institute of Peace were “unlawful" and had to be declared “null and void."

17 arrested in Florida drug trafficking operation; Fentanyl and cocaine worth $1.5M seized

A drug trafficking organization that imported pounds of fentanyl from Mexico and California, and cocaine from Puerto Rico, has been dismantled following a multi-county investigation in Florida, authorities said.

Mexican navy ship hits Brooklyn Bridge, killing 2 crew members

The ship, named the Cuauhtemoc, was in New York on a global goodwill tour when it hit the bridge and snapped its three masts.

Officials give update on New Orleans jail escape
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Governor Jeff Landry will be joined by FBI New Orleans Special Agent in Charge Jonathan Tapp and LSP Superintendent Colonel Robert Hodges to discuss the ongoing investigative efforts to locate the remaining Orleans Parish Prison fugitives. Numerous local, state and federal public safety representatives will also be present at the briefing. Ten inmates escaped from a New Orleans jail on Friday, including a convicted killer. Officials say there?s evidence they received help from someone inside the sheriff?s department.

Sheriff Grady Judd: 'Violent death' at group home prompts murder investigation

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says that his office is helping the Bartow Police Department investigate what they are calling a “violent death."

Manhunt continues for escaped inmates; Pope Leo's inauguration
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FOX 35 News has been following huge breaking news across the United States this weekend. The manhunt in New Orleans is continuing following a jail escape on Friday. Only three of the 10 men who escaped were back behind bars by Saturday morning, and authorities warned that one of the fugitives may go after witnesses from his murder trial. Meanwhile, on Sunday, Pope Leo XIV offered a message of love and unity during an inaugural mass in St. Peter?s Square before an estimated 200,000 pilgrims, presidents, patriarchs and princes. Lastly, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) bomb technicians are investigating after an explosion in Palm Springs, California, on Saturday left a swath of destruction near a fertility clinic.

Brooklyn Bridge crash kills 2; tornadoes rip through Midwest, South
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FOX 35 News has been following huge breaking news across the United States this weekend. A Mexican navy sailing ship struck the iconic Brooklyn Bridge Saturday evening, killing two crew members and leaving some sailors dangling in the air while waiting for help. Meanwhile, a tornado outbreak swept across the Ohio Valley Friday night, leaving at least 27 dead and rescue crews frantically searching neighborhoods left in ruins for any other survivors.

Lake Square Mall adds 4 new businesses
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While some malls are struggling to maintain business, the Lake Square Mall wants people to know it's still thriving. FOX 35's Matt Trezza shows us how the county's largest mall is bringing back businesses.

Roofer arrested after scamming customers out of thousands
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A roofer who allegedly scammed multiple customers out of thousands of dollars has been arrested by the Volusia Sheriff's Office (VSO). Deputies say 43-year-old Andrew Ingram, the owner of Busy Bee Roofing, had multiple warrants out for his arrest. Authorities believe there may be additional victims and are asking those who may have been scammed to call the VSO Financial Crimes Unit at (386) 254-1537.

Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive form' of prostate cancer
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Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, just five months after leaving office. According to his office, Biden, 82, went to a doctor last week after urinary symptoms. Doctors found a prostate nodule and he was diagnosed with prostate cancer Friday. The cells have spread to the bone, according to his office.

FHP arrests 2 drivers for racing over 125 MPH on I-4

Two men were arrested for racing at speeds of over 125 MPH on I-4 early on Sunday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Palm Springs bombing suspect identified: 'Intentional act of terrorism'

The man who bombed a Palm Springs, California, fertility clinic Saturday is the man suspected to have died in the explosion, authorities said.

Officials give update on Palm Springs explosion
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Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) bomb technicians are investigating after an explosion in Palm Springs, California, on Saturday left a swath of destruction near a fertility clinic. The blast, which FBI Los Angeles assistant director Akil David called an "intentional act of terrorism," happened just before 11 a.m. local time near an American Reproductive Centers facility.

Several students fall ill during middle school dance
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Questions are swirling after an eighth grader was transported to the hospital after several students fell ill during a middle school dance in Seminole County. The incident happened Friday night at the Teague Middle School dance, which was held at the Hilton hotel in Altamonte Springs.