Tropical Storm Chantal gathers more strength; heavy rain, storms to impact Florida: NHC

Tropical Storm Chantal has gathered more strength and is expected to bring heavy rain and thunderstorms to Florida, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC) and the FOX 35 Storm Team.

Lightning strike causes fireworks to explode early at Sanford July 4 celebration

Lightning from a strong thunderstorm hit some of the fireworks prepped for the City of Sanford's Fourth of July celebration, causing them to ignite early and explode, according to Sanford Mayor Art Woodruff.

Tropical Depression 3 forms off U.S. Southeast Coast: Track, forecast, maps

A disturbance off the coast of the southeast United States – east of Florida, near Georgia and South Carolina – became better organized Friday to become Tropical Depression 3. It was previously known as Invest 92L.

National Hurricane Center increases chance of potential tropical disturbance forming near Florida

The chances of a potential tropical disturbance forming have again increased, and the system is likely to bring heavy rains to Florida over the Fourth of July weekend, according to the FOX 35 Storm Team and the National Hurricane Center (NHC).

Actor Michael Madsen, known for 'Reservoir Dogs,' 'Kill Bill,' dies at 67, sheriff says

Actor Michael Madsen, known for his roles in "Reservoir Dogs," "Kill Bill: Vol. 1," and other films, has died, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. 

Diddy found guilty on some counts; here's what's next

Sean "Diddy" Combs was found guilty of two prostitution-related charges but acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering, which could have put him behind bars for life.

When will it rain in Orlando? Timeline, forecast, live radar for Weather Impact Days

A possible tropical system is expected to bring heavy rain to Central Florida, which is why the FOX 35 Storm Team has designated Wednesday, Thursday and Friday as Weather Impact Days.

TIMELINE: When will tropical rain arrive in Orlando, and how long will it last?

Forecasters at the National Hurricane Center say a weak area of low pressure could form near the southeastern U.S. Atlantic or Gulf coasts this weekend and there is an increasing chance it could gradually strengthen into a tropical or subtropical depression as it stalls over Florida.

Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart dies at 90

Family members of the Rev. Jimmy Swaggart say the famed 1980s televangelist has passed away at the age of 90.

Trump video: He’ll 'take a look' at deporting Elon Musk

President Trump told reporters he would “take a look" when asked if the U.S. would be deporting Elon Musk.

Tropical Depression Barry makes landfall over Mexico

Tropical Storm Barry weakened to a tropical depression before making landfall Sunday night over Mexico, according to the National Hurricane Center. 

Tropics update: NHC tracking disturbance near Florida over July 4 weekend

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is tracking a new disturbance that could potentially develop over Florida during the July 4 weekend.

Second Tropical Depression of the season develops in the Gulf, NHC says

The second Tropical Depression of the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season has developed in the Gulf, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC).

Supreme Court rules on case involving Trump's birthright citizenship order

The Supreme Court ruled that lower courts cannot issue universal, or nationwide, injunctions to block a president’s executive order – but they did not specifically address the bigger question of birthright citizenship.

'Dukes of Hazzard' star Richard Hurst dies at 79

The actor played the character Deputy Cletus Hogg on the popular television show. He also appeared in several TV shows, including “MASH" and “Sanford and Son."

Marcos Lopez: Suspended Osceola County sheriff bonds out of jail amid racketeering case

Suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez was escorted out of the Lake County Jail on Thursday evening after posting bond amid an alleged federal racketeering case. Lopez stayed silent as he walked out of jail –- and was quickly escorted to a waiting truck. He did not answer reporters' questions.