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.
Florida Cyber Fraud Enforcement Unit created
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody announced the state's first-ever Cyber Fraud Enforcement Unit, aimed at fighting illegal online activity in Florida. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation?s Internet Crime Complaint Center, more than 42,000 Floridians lost a combined total of more than $844 million to cybercrime last year. Additionally, 47% of Americans have had their personal information exposed by cyber-criminals.
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody announced the state's first-ever Cyber Fraud Enforcement Unit, aimed at fighting illegal online activity in Florida. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation?s Internet Crime Complaint Center, more than 42,000 Floridians lost a combined total of more than $844 million to cybercrime last year. Additionally, 47% of Americans have had their personal information exposed by cyber-criminals.
Florida neighbors fight over seawall: police
Neighbors allegedly started fighting on a beach walkway believed to be connected to a disagreement over the construction of a seawall, according to authorities.
Neighbors allegedly started fighting on a beach walkway believed to be connected to a disagreement over the construction of a seawall, according to authorities.
Commission addresses water quality concerns
The Seminole County Board of Commissioners is working to address water quality concerns after an Orlando Sentinel investigation revealed contaminants within the water. Commissioners are handling a balancing act ? the board members wanted people to know they do take water quality issues seriously, but they also felt the headlines about the water may have been a bit over-blown.
The Seminole County Board of Commissioners is working to address water quality concerns after an Orlando Sentinel investigation revealed contaminants within the water. Commissioners are handling a balancing act ? the board members wanted people to know they do take water quality issues seriously, but they also felt the headlines about the water may have been a bit over-blown.
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.
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.
Couple described being caught in waterspout
People at New Smyrna Beach captured video and photos of an impressive "tornadic waterspout" that started on the beach and then spun out into the Atlantic Ocean, according to the National Weather Service. FOX 35 viewers Damarys Gutierrez and Jimmy Stowe shared a video of them appearing to drive through the waterspout along the beach.
People at New Smyrna Beach captured video and photos of an impressive "tornadic waterspout" that started on the beach and then spun out into the Atlantic Ocean, according to the National Weather Service. FOX 35 viewers Damarys Gutierrez and Jimmy Stowe shared a video of them appearing to drive through the waterspout along the beach.
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.
Russian aircraft damages US drone over Syria
Russia?s military damaged a U.S. drone that was flying over Syria on Sunday after a Russian fighter jet flew "dangerously close" and launched flares at the unmanned aircraft, hitting its propeller, U.S. officials said. U.S. Air Forces Central said Tuesday that the incident took place as the U.S. MQ-9 Reaper, an unmanned aerial vehicle, was on a mission against ISIS forces.
Russia?s military damaged a U.S. drone that was flying over Syria on Sunday after a Russian fighter jet flew "dangerously close" and launched flares at the unmanned aircraft, hitting its propeller, U.S. officials said. U.S. Air Forces Central said Tuesday that the incident took place as the U.S. MQ-9 Reaper, an unmanned aerial vehicle, was on a mission against ISIS forces.
Woman drove wrong way on I-4: FHP
As people were driving along Interstate 4 near downtown Orlando on Monday night, another motorist managed to drive at least 8 miles in the wrong direction before clipping a Florida trooper's patrol vehicle.
As people were driving along Interstate 4 near downtown Orlando on Monday night, another motorist managed to drive at least 8 miles in the wrong direction before clipping a Florida trooper's patrol vehicle.
New details to come in Daytona shootings
Police had been looking for a person of interest, possibly connected to the shooting. Earlier Monday, Daytona Beach police said someone had been detained. Not long after, police announced an arrest had been made.
Police had been looking for a person of interest, possibly connected to the shooting. Earlier Monday, Daytona Beach police said someone had been detained. Not long after, police announced an arrest had been made.
Drug raid at Orange County leader's home
The Orlando Police Department said officers arrested Randall Healy Clark during a traffic stop on an active warrant for trafficking methamphetamine. Clark is the son of Jane Healy, former managing editor of the Orlando Sentinel and co-chair of the Orange County Tourist Development Tax Citizen Advisory Task Force, which is currently doling out more than $300 million in tax revenue to high-profile expansion projects around the county.
The Orlando Police Department said officers arrested Randall Healy Clark during a traffic stop on an active warrant for trafficking methamphetamine. Clark is the son of Jane Healy, former managing editor of the Orlando Sentinel and co-chair of the Orange County Tourist Development Tax Citizen Advisory Task Force, which is currently doling out more than $300 million in tax revenue to high-profile expansion projects around the county.
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.
Cocaine effects on shark behavior
Tracy Fanara, a research scientist and program manager at the University of Florida, shares insight on what happens when sharks come in contact with cocaine, the most notorious drug on the planet.
Tracy Fanara, a research scientist and program manager at the University of Florida, shares insight on what happens when sharks come in contact with cocaine, the most notorious drug on the planet.
Buyers not receiving tickets bought online
FOX 35 is hearing from people who have purchased tickets to concerts and sporting events that they never received. The Better Business Bureau warns that this is the risk you take when you buy your tickets from a third-party ticket site and recommends you shop around first.
FOX 35 is hearing from people who have purchased tickets to concerts and sporting events that they never received. The Better Business Bureau warns that this is the risk you take when you buy your tickets from a third-party ticket site and recommends you shop around first.
Police chief says more resources needed
In the aftermath of a quadruple shooting, Daytona Beach Police Chief Jakari Young expressed frustrations with the lack of resources available to the department. The suspect, 29-year-old Karla Burmudez appeared in court for the first time on Tuesday, charged with four counts of attempted murder and violation of concealed carry law.
In the aftermath of a quadruple shooting, Daytona Beach Police Chief Jakari Young expressed frustrations with the lack of resources available to the department. The suspect, 29-year-old Karla Burmudez appeared in court for the first time on Tuesday, charged with four counts of attempted murder and violation of concealed carry law.
Man loses hands, parts of feet from flea
A Houston man is recovering after losing both of his hands and parts of his feet to a flea bite. Michael Kohlhof, 35, was visiting his mother in San Antonio in June when he started feeling sick. He had flu-like symptoms and some gastrointestinal issues.
A Houston man is recovering after losing both of his hands and parts of his feet to a flea bite. Michael Kohlhof, 35, was visiting his mother in San Antonio in June when he started feeling sick. He had flu-like symptoms and some gastrointestinal issues.
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.
2023 CEO Soak benefits ALS Association
Professionals in Winter Garden got soaked for a good cause. The ALS Association Florida Chapter hosted the 2023 Orlando CEO Soak at the Hangry Bison in Winter Garden on Tuesday night. The event is similar to the Ice Bucket Challenge that gained attention nearly a decade ago and raised $115M for ALS. Now, the Orlando CEO Soak continues to raise money for the incurable disease. Through the event, business leaders, doctors, and other professionals in the community got soaked to raise money for the ALS Association Florida Chapter. This year's CEO Soak in Winter Garden, raised more than $16,000 for the organization.
Professionals in Winter Garden got soaked for a good cause. The ALS Association Florida Chapter hosted the 2023 Orlando CEO Soak at the Hangry Bison in Winter Garden on Tuesday night. The event is similar to the Ice Bucket Challenge that gained attention nearly a decade ago and raised $115M for ALS. Now, the Orlando CEO Soak continues to raise money for the incurable disease. Through the event, business leaders, doctors, and other professionals in the community got soaked to raise money for the ALS Association Florida Chapter. This year's CEO Soak in Winter Garden, raised more than $16,000 for the organization.
Woman finds homes for 100 animals
A Daytona Beach woman successfully found a safe place for roughly 100 animals in just a few days. Shoshannah Tempest ran Compassion In Healthcare, a pet-friendly assisted living facility on Beville Road. Due to pandemic-related financial hardship, she was unable to keep the facility open.
A Daytona Beach woman successfully found a safe place for roughly 100 animals in just a few days. Shoshannah Tempest ran Compassion In Healthcare, a pet-friendly assisted living facility on Beville Road. Due to pandemic-related financial hardship, she was unable to keep the facility open.