Gov. DeSantis announces DOGE audit in Gainesville
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Tuesday morning in Gainesville. During the press conference, DeSantis announced on-site audits of city and county governments starting July 31, targeting areas with complaints from taxpayers of wasteful spending. Over the last five years, DeSantis said taxpayers in Gainesville have watched as the local government has increased burdens on property owners. He said there was more than $30 million in additional ad valorem tax collections, which represents an increase of almost 86% since 2020. He said part of the increased spending is in the Gainesville operating budget, which has expanded by more than $90 million a year.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Tuesday morning in Gainesville. During the press conference, DeSantis announced on-site audits of city and county governments starting July 31, targeting areas with complaints from taxpayers of wasteful spending. Over the last five years, DeSantis said taxpayers in Gainesville have watched as the local government has increased burdens on property owners. He said there was more than $30 million in additional ad valorem tax collections, which represents an increase of almost 86% since 2020. He said part of the increased spending is in the Gainesville operating budget, which has expanded by more than $90 million a year.
Maddie Soto case: Life in prison for Stephan Sterns
Stephan Sterns was sentenced to multiple life sentences in prison without the possibility of parole in the sexual assault and murder of Madeline Soto, part of a plea deal that avoided two public trials and removed the death penalty as a potential penalty. Sterns pleaded no contest to first-degree murder in the disappearance and death of 13-year-old Madeline and guilty to several counts of sexual abuse. A Florida judge accepted the plea deal and adjudicated Sterns guilty, before sentencing him to multiple life sentences in prison. Lauren Cadilac, attorney at Cadilac Law, joins FOX 35 News+ to talk about the plea deal.
Stephan Sterns was sentenced to multiple life sentences in prison without the possibility of parole in the sexual assault and murder of Madeline Soto, part of a plea deal that avoided two public trials and removed the death penalty as a potential penalty. Sterns pleaded no contest to first-degree murder in the disappearance and death of 13-year-old Madeline and guilty to several counts of sexual abuse. A Florida judge accepted the plea deal and adjudicated Sterns guilty, before sentencing him to multiple life sentences in prison. Lauren Cadilac, attorney at Cadilac Law, joins FOX 35 News+ to talk about the plea deal.
2 taken to hospital after car drives off road, crashes into Ocoee pond: Police
Two people were taken to the hospital on Monday after a car ran off the road and crashed into a pond in Ocoee, police say.
Two people were taken to the hospital on Monday after a car ran off the road and crashed into a pond in Ocoee, police say.
Naked Florida man hides in tanning bed after trying to set gym on fire at closing time: LCSO
A Florida man’s attempt to get buff ended up with him behind bars when deputies say he ran through a gym in the buff and tried to hide in a tanning bed at closing time.
A Florida man’s attempt to get buff ended up with him behind bars when deputies say he ran through a gym in the buff and tried to hide in a tanning bed at closing time.
Florida farmers to receive $675.9M in disaster assistance for hurricane damage
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) said Monday that it will provide $675.9 million in disaster assistance to help Florida farmers recover from two years of hurricane damage.
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) said Monday that it will provide $675.9 million in disaster assistance to help Florida farmers recover from two years of hurricane damage.
Hunter Biden blasts George Clooney, Democrats alleging they undermined his father
Hunter Biden went on a profane tirade against George Clooney over the actor's essay calling for President Joe Biden to be replaced as the Democratic presidential nominee.
Hunter Biden went on a profane tirade against George Clooney over the actor's essay calling for President Joe Biden to be replaced as the Democratic presidential nominee.
Central Florida first responders returning from Texas
Six members of the US&R Task Force 4 were deployed to Texas earlier this month as part of a small Swift Water Rescue Team. The members of the team included first responders from Seminole County, Orange County and Orlando. Tod Zellers, assistant chief at the Seminole County Fire Department, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the rescue efforts.
Six members of the US&R Task Force 4 were deployed to Texas earlier this month as part of a small Swift Water Rescue Team. The members of the team included first responders from Seminole County, Orange County and Orlando. Tod Zellers, assistant chief at the Seminole County Fire Department, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the rescue efforts.
Department of Education suspends student loan forgiveness under IBR. What it means for borrowers
The Income-Based Repayment plan provides borrowers with a feasible option to repay their student loans, and here’s what you need to know.
The Income-Based Repayment plan provides borrowers with a feasible option to repay their student loans, and here’s what you need to know.
Daytona Beach child taken to hospital after severe fireworks injuries, officials say
A Daytona Beach child was taken to the hospital after being severely injured during a fireworks accident, officials say.
A Daytona Beach child was taken to the hospital after being severely injured during a fireworks accident, officials say.
RFK Jr.'s choice of attire while hiking in Arizona sparks online chatter
It's not often that one sees a member of the president's cabinet hiking in Phoenix on an otherwise average weekend day, but what Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. was wearing during his Camelback Mountain hike on July 19 sparked discussions online.
It's not often that one sees a member of the president's cabinet hiking in Phoenix on an otherwise average weekend day, but what Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. was wearing during his Camelback Mountain hike on July 19 sparked discussions online.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner's NYC high school reacts to 'Cosby Show' star's sudden death
News of “The Cosby Show" star's sudden passing left the country shocked on Monday as tributes poured in from former costars, friends, fans, and even his high school in Manhattan.
News of “The Cosby Show" star's sudden passing left the country shocked on Monday as tributes poured in from former costars, friends, fans, and even his high school in Manhattan.
Sterns given 21 life sentences in death of Maddie Soto
Stephan Sterns was found guilty of first-degree murder and sexual battery, among other charges, in the death of 13-year-old Madeline Soto on Monday, July 21. Sterns pleaded no contest to murder and guilty to sexual battery after reaching a plea agreement with prosecutors. He was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Attorney Whitney Boan joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the plea deal.
Stephan Sterns was found guilty of first-degree murder and sexual battery, among other charges, in the death of 13-year-old Madeline Soto on Monday, July 21. Sterns pleaded no contest to murder and guilty to sexual battery after reaching a plea agreement with prosecutors. He was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Attorney Whitney Boan joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the plea deal.
Trump 'caught off guard' by Israel's actions in Gaza
President Donald Trump was ?caught off guard? by the recent Israeli strikes in Syria and on a Catholic church in Gaza, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Monday. ?In both accounts, the president quickly called the prime minister to rectify those situations,? Leavitt said. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader talks all the latest political headlines.
President Donald Trump was ?caught off guard? by the recent Israeli strikes in Syria and on a Catholic church in Gaza, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Monday. ?In both accounts, the president quickly called the prime minister to rectify those situations,? Leavitt said. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader talks all the latest political headlines.
Grandson of Dog the Bounty Hunter's wife dies in Florida shooting accident
The 13-year-old grandson of Dog the Bounty Hunter's wife Francie Chapman has been killed in an apparent accidental shooting at his Florida home.
The 13-year-old grandson of Dog the Bounty Hunter's wife Francie Chapman has been killed in an apparent accidental shooting at his Florida home.
Legal immigrant's status revoked over ‘campaign of violence, gang support’ in Haiti: ICE
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) confirmed to Fox News that it has arrested a lawful permanent U.S. resident for alleged crimes related to Haitian gang activity and immigration fraud.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) confirmed to Fox News that it has arrested a lawful permanent U.S. resident for alleged crimes related to Haitian gang activity and immigration fraud.
Florida woman drives 113 mph on SR-417 to pick up her dog, police say
A Florida woman was arrested Sunday after police clocked her driving 113 mph on State Road 417 in Orlando – over 40 mph over the road's posted speed limit.
A Florida woman was arrested Sunday after police clocked her driving 113 mph on State Road 417 in Orlando – over 40 mph over the road's posted speed limit.
'I apologize': What Stephan Sterns said before being sentenced for Madeline Soto's murder
Stephan Sterns was sentenced to multiple life sentences in prison without the possibility of parole in the sexual assault and murder of Madeline Soto, part of a plea deal that avoided two public trials and removed the death penalty as a potential penalty.
Stephan Sterns was sentenced to multiple life sentences in prison without the possibility of parole in the sexual assault and murder of Madeline Soto, part of a plea deal that avoided two public trials and removed the death penalty as a potential penalty.
4-year-old attacked by mountain lion at WA's Olympic National Park
The attack occurred on a popular trail near Hurricane Ridge, according to park officials.
The attack occurred on a popular trail near Hurricane Ridge, according to park officials.
MLK Jr. files released by Trump administration
The Trump administration released records of the FBI’s surveillance of Martin Luther King Jr. prior to his death.
The Trump administration released records of the FBI’s surveillance of Martin Luther King Jr. prior to his death.
Madeline Soto case: Stephan Sterns gets life in prison, avoids death in Florida girl's murder
Editor's note: Our live coverage of Stephan Sterns plea hearing has concluded. Scroll down to view highlights from Monday's court hearing.
Editor's note: Our live coverage of Stephan Sterns plea hearing has concluded. Scroll down to view highlights from Monday's court hearing.