Man arrested 3 years after deadly Orlando crash
A man has been arrested in connection with a 2022 crash that killed two people and severely injured a bystander, Florida Highway Patrol officials announced this week. Christian Carlson, now 25, is facing charges of vehicular homicide and reckless driving.
Florida?s new ?Super Speeder? law nets first arrest
A driver clocked at 104 mph on Monday became the first person arrested under Florida?s new ?Super Speeder? law, which allows troopers to jail motorists traveling more than 100 mph or at least 50 mph over the posted limit.
Object crashes through windshield of car on I-95
A Florida woman says she?s lucky to be alive after a piece of metal came crashing through her windshield while driving on Interstate 95, narrowly missing her in what authorities are calling a freak accident.
Fireworks tent thefts surge across Central Florida ahead of July 4
With just days until Independence Day, a string of fireworks-related burglaries is frustrating business owners and prompting some to boost security across Central Florida.
Rain threatens July 4th fireworks across Central Florida
With Independence Day celebrations just hours away, weather could play the role of spoiler for several major fireworks shows across Central Florida. Communities are preparing for potential storms that could force cancellations or delays, including at some of the region?s biggest events.
3 men sue Diocese of Orlando over alleged clergy abuse
The Diocese of Orlando is facing three new lawsuits from men who allege they were sexually abused by Catholic priests as children.
Judge allows phone evidence in Maddie Soto Case
A judge on Wednesday ruled that key phone evidence can be used in the sexual abuse trial of Stephan Sterns, the man also accused of killing 13-year-old Maddie Soto. The trial has been pushed back one week, with jury selection now set to begin July 22.
28 arrested in Florida biker gang crackdown
Nearly four months after a violent brawl between rival biker gangs erupted into gunfire outside a gas station during Bike Week, authorities have arrested 28 people in a sweeping multi-agency operation dubbed ?Operation Mongolian Beef.?
28 people arrested in biker gang shootout | Full press conference
At least 28 people have been arrested connected to a March shootout between biker gangs at a gas station in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood, the FBI, Attorney General James Uthmeier, and others held a press conference to provide an update on it.
Warlocks v. Mongols: Mike Chitwood press conference | FULL
A violent rivalry between two so-called biker gangs -- The Warlocks Motorcycle Club and the Mongols Motorcycle Club -- has resulted in the arrests of at least 28 people, stemming from a March 2025 shootout at a Racetrac gas station in New Smyrna Beach. The Volusia Sheriff's Office, FBI, and other law enforcement agencies partnered to conduct the investigation.
American flag production ramping up
As Americans get ready to celebrate the Fourth of July, a Kansas City company is hard at work making sure the nation?s most iconic symbol is ready to fly. Allied Materials produces around 1,000 flags a day, supplying government agencies like the Department of Defense and VA, and crafting the same flags used to honor fallen soldiers. FOX's Olivianna Calmes shares more.
DeSantis unveils Thomas Jefferson statue in Florida
Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled a statue of Former President Thomas Jefferson on Wednesday morning in Monticello, Florida, to help celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence coming in 2026.
Canadian man accused of stalking WWE star Liv Morgan
A Canadian man is facing federal stalking charges after authorities say he traveled from Canada to Florida and attempted to break into the Pasco County home of professional wrestler Liv Morgan.
Altamonte Springs gears up for 'Red Hot & Boom' celebration
One of Central Florida?s largest Independence Day celebrations is set to draw a crowd of nearly 200,000 as Altamonte Springs hosts its 28th annual Red Hot & Boom event on July 3.
Beach crossovers, stairs placing sea turtles in peril
The Sea Turtle Preservation Society put out a plea on social media asking beachgoers to look for turtles that may be stuck under beach ramps and dune crossovers on the Space Coast.
Little girl attacked by dog in Orange County
In this FOX 35 Exclusive, reporter Chris Lindsay sat down with 9-year-old Jodi, who was brutally attacked by the dog, and her 13-year-old sister Michaela who stepped in to help and also was injured. The sisters and their parents were visiting and Orange County home when the attack happened. The dog has since been put down by animal services.
Space Coast wildlife hospital helps injured bald eagle fly again
An injured bald eagle is back in the sky, thanks to the Florida Wildlife Hospital. FOX 35's Esther Bower learned more about the animals story and recovery process.
Central Florida firework thieves caught on camera
FOX 35's Randi Hildreth spoke with the President of Big Bang Fireworks who said thieves hit two of his locations and stole thousands of dollars worth of merchandise. However, the thieves were caught on camera.
'Alligator Alcatraz' opens, protestors outside while Trump tours
'Alligator Alcatraz' officially opened in the Florida Everglades. President Trump took a tour of the immigration detention facility Tuesday. FOX 35's Marie Edinger spoke with protestors outside the facility.
SpaceX launches European weather satellite from Florida
SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket Tuesday evening carrying a European weather satellite into orbit.