Couple surprised at airport with stowaway in luggage: their Chihuahua

A Texas couple about to board a flight to Las Vegas was surprised to find their pet Chihuahua had stowed away inside their luggage.

Facebook broadening anti-bullying policies to protect public figures

“On National Bullying Prevention and Awareness Day in the US, we’re announcing updates to our global bullying and harassment policies to better protect members of our community, particularly those who may be vulnerable to online abuse,” Facebook said in a news release.

Elk in Colorado with tire around neck for 2 years freed

Wildlife officials in Colorado say an elusive elk that has been wandering the hills with a car tire around its neck for at least two years has finally been freed of the obstruction.

Life on Mars: Astronauts simulate conditions of red planet in desert

Six astronauts are attempting to better understand what it’s like to live on Mars through a simulated experience in the Negev desert in Israel.

William Shatner in space: Celebrate the icon with these free movies

To celebrate William Shatner’s experience in space — one he called “so moving" and "unbelievable" — we’ve compiled a list of (free) movies and TV shows that star the actor or prominently feature "the final frontier."

Celebrity Chef Richard Blais to open new Orlando restaurant

FOX 35 News spoke with Richard Blais about a new restaurant concept he is bringing to the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort.

COVID-19 hospitalizations in Florida dip below 4,000

The number of Florida patients hospitalized with COVID-19 has dropped below 4,000, and intensive-care unit beds continue to get freed up, according to data posted online Tuesday by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Bucs remove Gruden from Ring of Honor
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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers announced they are removing former coach Jon Gruden from the team's Ring of Honor following reports he used racist, misogynistic. and homophobic language in emails years ago.

The Olive Pantry teams up with Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
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A family-owned business in Lake Mary which specializes in olive oil products is contributing some proceeds from its sales to a special cause. The Olive Pantry is partnering with Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, donating 15 percent of sales this week to the organization.

Florida teachers union president takes to TikTok to warn of school staffing shortages

Already two months into the school year, many districts continue to deal with a teacher staffing shortage. One educator is taking to TikTok to warn of the issue.

State health officials warn of potential fines for violating 'vaccine passport' law

The State of Florida is investigating dozens of companies for possible violations of the state's ban on COVID-19 vaccine passports. Among those named, AdventHealth, Disney Cruise Lines, and the Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center.

29th annual Biketoberfest kicks off on Thursday

The 29th annual Biketoberfest kicks off on Thursday and organizers say they expect around 125,000 visitors during this year's rally.

Orlando Air & Space Show Oct. 16-17

The Orlando Air and Space Show is taking place this weekend in Sanford and it's promising a spectacular view in the skies as the Thunderbirds will headline the show.

Orlando Air & Space Show this weekend
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The Orlando Air and Space Show is taking place this weekend in Sanford and it's promising a spectacular view in the skies as the Thunderbirds will headline the show.

Merck asks FDA to authorize anti-COVID pill for emergency use
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Drugmaker Merck asked federal health officials Monday to greenlight its experimental pill against COVID-19, which could make history as the first oral antiviral medicine to treat the harrowing virus.

Teen makes history as Florida's first transgender homecoming queen

As Orlando gets ready to celebrate Pride, one high school is celebrating one 17-year-old student. Evan Bialosuknia was crowned homecoming queen at Olympia High School. For her, the crown is much more than plastic. She is the first transgender homecoming queen in the state of Florida.