Tampa Bay Rays play for first time in temporary home
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Today is opening day for the Tampa Bay Rays, and although it's a home opener, the Rays aren't playing at Tropicana Field. The Rays are utilizing the New York Yankees' spring training facility, Steinbrenner Field, after Tropicana Field was damaged during Hurricane Milton.

Rays open season at Steinbrenner Field as future in Tampa Bay area remains unclear

The Tampa Bay Rays will take the field at Steinbrenner Field on Friday, marking the start of a new chapter for the franchise as it navigates an uncertain future.

Tampa Bay Rays prepare for opening game tomorrow
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The Tampa Bay Rays are set to kick off their 2025 season this Friday at Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, a temporary home necessitated by hurricane damage to Tropicana Field. The Rays' new home at Steinbrenner Field will house up to 10,000 fans on game days.

Florida Gators' road to the Final Four
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Kevin Brockway, Florida Gators beat reporter for the Gainesville Sun, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer on Florida Live to breakdown the NCAA tournament so far, preview the Sweet 16 game against Maryland and a potential Elite Eight matchup, and discuss what the team needs to do on the road to the Final Four.

Brett Gardner's son died in his sleep on family vacation in Costa Rica: Details

In a statement to FOX 5, the State Department confirmed that the death happened on March 21 in Costa Rica and that they would be monitoring local authorities' investigation into the cause of death.

USC star JuJu Watkins suffers season-ending knee injury as Trojans advance to Sweet 16

JuJu Watkins sustained a season-ending right knee injury in the first quarter of top-seeded Southern California's win against Mississippi State in the NCAA Tournament on Monday night.

Orlando pushes to host Jacksonville Jaguars for 2027 Season

Orange County leaders approved a $10 million bid to bring the Jacksonville Jaguars to Orlando’s Camping World Stadium for the 2027 season.

Dwight Howard inducted into Orlando Magic Hall of Fame

Dwight Howard was inducted into the Orlando Magic Hall of Fame, honoring his eight-year tenure with the team.

The next World Cup is in North America; here's who's qualified so far

The 2026 World Cup expands to 48 teams and will be hosted across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Japan and New Zealand have already qualified. All matches will air on FOX.

Former Yankee star Brett Gardner says son, 14, died suddenly on family vacation

The Gardners shared in a statement from the team that Miller passed away on Friday after falling ill while on vacation. The parents mentioned that other family members also became sick and expressed their search for answers.

George Foreman, heavyweight champion and Olympic gold medalist, dies at 76

George Foreman, the two-time heavyweight champion, Olympic gold medalist, and proud Houston native, has died at 76. His family described him as a man of deep faith, discipline, and unwavering love for his legacy.

2 Central Florida players named to USA flag football team
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Mett Brielle Harden and Kanard Bradford, who are are two local Central Florida flag football players that have been named to the initial rosters for USA football's junior flag national teams. Harden is on the 2025 15U U.S. Girls? Flag National Team, while Bradford is a member of the 2025 15U U.S. Boys? Flag National Team.

Weekly sports recap with Mike Bianchi
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Mike Bianchi, Orlando Sentinel sports columnist and host of "Open Mike" on 96.9, joins FOX 35 to recap all things sports for this week, including the future of University of Central Florida spring games and the kick off of the NCAA tournament.

Eddie Jordan, former F1 team owner and media personality, dies at 76

Eddie Jordan, the former F1 team owner and popular TV pundit, has died at 76, according to a family statement. Here's what to know.

Packers officially propose banning NFL's 'tush push' play

The Green Bay Packers have proposed a ban of the "tush push" play, popularized by the Philadelphia Eagles. Here’s what we know.

Trump admin pauses $175M in federal funding to UPenn over inclusion of trans athletes in women’s sports

The Trump administration paused $175 million in federal funding to the University of Pennsylvania over its inclusion of transgender athletes in women’s sports, FOX Business exclusively reported on Wednesday morning. 

DeLand High School wrestler wins state title
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Congratulations to Grace Lashinsky! The DeLand High School student and wrestler has claimed the school's first-ever state championship .