3 teens shot, killed over Christmas weekend

In the span of two days, Dec. 24 and Dec. 25, three teens were shot and killed. On Dec. 24, a 17-year-old was shot and killed in Orlando, on Dec. 25, a 13-year-old girl was shot and a 17-year-old were shot in Pine Hills and Deltona respectively. 

Shoppers

Shoppers embraced the sunshine on Dec. 26 for a day of shopping and returning holiday presents at Orlando's Tanger Outlets. Meanwhile online retailers are extending their return hours and can cost up to $12 for returns. 

Getting a taste of the Pop-Tarts Bowl

Before the Georgia Yellow Jackets and BYU Cougars face off in the Pop-Tarts Bowl on Dec. 27, FOX 35 got a look at the delicious Pop-Tart-themed treats before the game. 

Lake County family left without home for holidays after fire

A family who previously celebrated Christmas with a massive light display outside their Lake County home, now had different plans this holiday season. Now, this holiday season, their home is being re-built from ashes after a lighting strike hit their home in August.

Family starts new Christmas traditions after flash flood

After a Titusville family's home was destroyed by a flash flood in October, the holidays are looking a little different this year. The Blinson family is currently working on repairs and are thinking outside the box to still make Christmas special for their family this year. 

Woman sues Disney for $50K after falling near pool

A woman who stayed at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is now suing Disney after she fell and was injured by the pool, a complaint says. In March, a woman who was staying at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge resort said she slipped and fell on a wet surface near the Samawati Springs Pool. 

Warm Christmas brings thousands to the beach

Beachgoers are busy soaking up the sun on Christmas Day in Daytona Beach. FOX 35's Chris Lindsay reported that many people are enjoying their Christmas beach day, but are remaining cautious due to the rip current risk. 

Trooper injured after pursuit on I-95 in Brevard County

A trooper was injured after a pursuit on Interstate 95 ended with a crash into a guardrail, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The trooper was attempting to pull over a reckless driver and performed a PIT maneuver to stop the vehicle, FHP said. The FHP patrol car and a Mercedes-Benz left the roadway and hit a guardrail.

Christmas in Central Florida

FOX 35's John Brown gives a special look into various Central Florida towns and what makes their holiday traditions special. Join John as he speak with residents in Winter Park, Mount Dora and more in FOX 35's 2025 holiday special: Christmas in Florida