Veteran says he was denied Uber ride because of service dog
A Central Florida veteran says an Uber driver refused to take him to the airport, claiming his service dog needed a muzzle and that pets weren’t allowed — a move the company says violates both federal law and its own policy.
A Central Florida veteran says an Uber driver refused to take him to the airport, claiming his service dog needed a muzzle and that pets weren’t allowed — a move the company says violates both federal law and its own policy.
Teen killed after hallway dispute escalates to shooting, sheriff says
What started as a hallway bump between two classmates at an Orange County high school ended in gunfire Thursday afternoon, leaving a 16-year-old dead and a 15-year-old behind bars, authorities said.
What started as a hallway bump between two classmates at an Orange County high school ended in gunfire Thursday afternoon, leaving a 16-year-old dead and a 15-year-old behind bars, authorities said.
Heavy rains, king tides bring widespread flooding to Brevard County
In Brevard County, heavy rain coupled with seasonal king tides is flooding neighborhoods across Florida’s Space Coast, leaving roads impassable and homeowners frustrated by what has become a regular threat.
In Brevard County, heavy rain coupled with seasonal king tides is flooding neighborhoods across Florida’s Space Coast, leaving roads impassable and homeowners frustrated by what has become a regular threat.
Arrest made in attempted rape of runner on Little Econ Greenway Trail
A man accused of attacking and attempting to sexually assault a runner on the Little Econ Greenway Trail in July “wanted to know what it was like to choke someone out,” according to an arrest affidavit released by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. Jacoby Vontrell Tillman, 23, was arrested on Thursday and charged in connection with the attack.
A man accused of attacking and attempting to sexually assault a runner on the Little Econ Greenway Trail in July “wanted to know what it was like to choke someone out,” according to an arrest affidavit released by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. Jacoby Vontrell Tillman, 23, was arrested on Thursday and charged in connection with the attack.
Suspect arrested for threats against Benny Johnson
On Friday morning, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi held a press conference in Tampa to announce the arrest of a man accused of sending a letter to conservative political commentator Benny Johnson’s Tampa home that threatened to kill him. Bondi said there are other open cases across the country and promised to find anyone who is making threats through the mail, regardless of what political side of the aisle they are on.
On Friday morning, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi held a press conference in Tampa to announce the arrest of a man accused of sending a letter to conservative political commentator Benny Johnson’s Tampa home that threatened to kill him. Bondi said there are other open cases across the country and promised to find anyone who is making threats through the mail, regardless of what political side of the aisle they are on.
Sheriff Mina: 16-year-old dead, 15-year-old arrested in shooting
Orange County Sheriff John Mina said a 15-year-old high school sophomore has been arrested and charged with manslaughter in the shooting death of a 16-year-old at a nearby basketball court. Sheriff Mina said it appears that the shooting started as an scuffle earlier in the day after one boy bumped into another one in the hallway.
Orange County Sheriff John Mina said a 15-year-old high school sophomore has been arrested and charged with manslaughter in the shooting death of a 16-year-old at a nearby basketball court. Sheriff Mina said it appears that the shooting started as an scuffle earlier in the day after one boy bumped into another one in the hallway.
Ronald Exantus arrested in Florida: Bodycam video
Ronald Exantus has been arrested in Florida for failing to register as a convicted felon, the Marion County Sheriff's Office said. His arrest comes days after he was released on supervised parole from the Kentucky Department of Corrections, serving roughly half of a 20-year prison sentence. Exantus was accused of breaking into the Tipton's home in 2015 and stabbing 6-year-old Logan to death. He was found not guilty of murder by reason of insanity. He was convicted of assaulting Logan's sisters and dad. The Marion County Sheriff's Office released bodycam video of Exantus' arrest.
Ronald Exantus has been arrested in Florida for failing to register as a convicted felon, the Marion County Sheriff's Office said. His arrest comes days after he was released on supervised parole from the Kentucky Department of Corrections, serving roughly half of a 20-year prison sentence. Exantus was accused of breaking into the Tipton's home in 2015 and stabbing 6-year-old Logan to death. He was found not guilty of murder by reason of insanity. He was convicted of assaulting Logan's sisters and dad. The Marion County Sheriff's Office released bodycam video of Exantus' arrest.
Crocodile spotted in canals on the Space Coast
A crocodile has residents concerned on the Space Coast in Brevard County. The crocodile has been seen several times in the area, most recently at a local park. FOX 35's Esther Bower brings us the story.
A crocodile has residents concerned on the Space Coast in Brevard County. The crocodile has been seen several times in the area, most recently at a local park. FOX 35's Esther Bower brings us the story.
Marion sheriff's office speaks after arrest of 'child killer'
The Marion County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) hosted a news conference Friday morning to share updates and answer questions after the arrest of 42-year-old Ronald Exantus. Exantus, a convicted felon who served less than half of a 20-year prison sentence in Kentucky for the death of a child, allegedly failed to register as a felon.
The Marion County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) hosted a news conference Friday morning to share updates and answer questions after the arrest of 42-year-old Ronald Exantus. Exantus, a convicted felon who served less than half of a 20-year prison sentence in Kentucky for the death of a child, allegedly failed to register as a felon.
Father and son die in sudden plane crash in Levy County
An 11-year-old boy and his father were killed when their small plane crashed near Williston last weekend, authorities said. The victims were identified as Jacob Harnett and his son, Carter.
An 11-year-old boy and his father were killed when their small plane crashed near Williston last weekend, authorities said. The victims were identified as Jacob Harnett and his son, Carter.
A year after Hurricane Milton, South Daytona community still rebuilding
Thursday marked one year since Hurricane Milton slammed into Florida as a Category 3 storm, leaving behind widespread devastation and dozens dead. In the Big Tree Village community of South Daytona, reminders of the storm remain visible ? including faint water lines still etched into concrete poles.
Thursday marked one year since Hurricane Milton slammed into Florida as a Category 3 storm, leaving behind widespread devastation and dozens dead. In the Big Tree Village community of South Daytona, reminders of the storm remain visible ? including faint water lines still etched into concrete poles.
Bag of cocaine washes ashore on Flagler County beach, deputies say
A person walking their dog along Hammock Beach made a startling discovery this week ? a bag filled with roughly 20 pounds of cocaine, according to the Flagler County Sheriff?s Office.
A person walking their dog along Hammock Beach made a startling discovery this week ? a bag filled with roughly 20 pounds of cocaine, according to the Flagler County Sheriff?s Office.
Child shot to death on basketball court behind Orange County YMCA
A child was shot and killed on a basketball court at a park behind a YMCA in Orange County after a fight between two kids escalated into gunfire, authorities said Thursday.
A child was shot and killed on a basketball court at a park behind a YMCA in Orange County after a fight between two kids escalated into gunfire, authorities said Thursday.
Heavy rain floods Cape Canaveral mobile home park
Persistent rain flooded a Cape Canaveral neighborhood on Thursday night, leaving residents knee-deep in water and crews struggling to pump it away as storms continued to pound parts of Brevard County.
Persistent rain flooded a Cape Canaveral neighborhood on Thursday night, leaving residents knee-deep in water and crews struggling to pump it away as storms continued to pound parts of Brevard County.
Accused Daytona shooter claims self-defense
A woman accused of shooting four people outside a Daytona Beach nightclub Saturday night faced a judge ? and news cameras ? Tuesday afternoon. Karla Bermudez, 29, is facing four counts of attempted murder for what transpired in the parking lot outside Razzle's Nightclub.
A woman accused of shooting four people outside a Daytona Beach nightclub Saturday night faced a judge ? and news cameras ? Tuesday afternoon. Karla Bermudez, 29, is facing four counts of attempted murder for what transpired in the parking lot outside Razzle's Nightclub.
NASA eyeing Aug. 17 for Crew 7 launch
Four astronauts are soon heading to the International Space Station. NASA is eyeing August 17 for its seventh crew rotation.
Four astronauts are soon heading to the International Space Station. NASA is eyeing August 17 for its seventh crew rotation.
Florida residents noticing more crocodiles
Crocodiles are making a comeback in Florida, and they?re making unusual appearances on the Space Coast. Some longtime residents said they have been in disbelief seeing the rare reptile, but experts say the sightings are good because the animals have been endangered for years.
Crocodiles are making a comeback in Florida, and they?re making unusual appearances on the Space Coast. Some longtime residents said they have been in disbelief seeing the rare reptile, but experts say the sightings are good because the animals have been endangered for years.
Bystanders pull 3 from flaming cars in crash
Three people were pulled from their cars after a head-on crash caused a large fire in Winter Garden Sunday night. Part of the dramatic rescue was caught on camera, and one of the rescuers spoke exclusively with FOX 35 News. The video shows flames shooting from under the hood of a white van. Three people were in the vehicles.
Three people were pulled from their cars after a head-on crash caused a large fire in Winter Garden Sunday night. Part of the dramatic rescue was caught on camera, and one of the rescuers spoke exclusively with FOX 35 News. The video shows flames shooting from under the hood of a white van. Three people were in the vehicles.
Woman sues Frontier Airlines for $100M
A Florida woman has filed a $100 million class-action lawsuit against Frontier Airlines alleging the airline is not a budget airline, and that it uses "bait-and-switch" tactics when it comes to its baggage requirements and fees. Amira Hamad filed her class-action lawsuit in federal court in June, following a recent roundtrip flight out of Orlando International Airport.
A Florida woman has filed a $100 million class-action lawsuit against Frontier Airlines alleging the airline is not a budget airline, and that it uses "bait-and-switch" tactics when it comes to its baggage requirements and fees. Amira Hamad filed her class-action lawsuit in federal court in June, following a recent roundtrip flight out of Orlando International Airport.
Search ends for man who jumped from cruise ship
The US Coast Guard has suspended the search for a man who jumped off a Carnival cruise ship off the coast of Florida over the weekend. fficials said Jaylen Hill, 30, reportedly jumped overboard the Carnival Elation as the ship was on its way back to Jacksonville, Florida, following a four-day trip to the Bahamas.
The US Coast Guard has suspended the search for a man who jumped off a Carnival cruise ship off the coast of Florida over the weekend. fficials said Jaylen Hill, 30, reportedly jumped overboard the Carnival Elation as the ship was on its way back to Jacksonville, Florida, following a four-day trip to the Bahamas.