Family wants answers after Stardust Racers death
Attorneys representing the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the man who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, remembered him as a "theme park enthusiast" and someone who lived a completely independent life. Attorneys and family said that Zavala, who used a wheelchair and was born with a spinal injury, did not have a medical emergency and was not under any medical restrictions on the day that he and his girlfriend were at Epic Universe. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz shares the latest updates in the ongoing death investigation.
Attorneys representing the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the man who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, remembered him as a "theme park enthusiast" and someone who lived a completely independent life. Attorneys and family said that Zavala, who used a wheelchair and was born with a spinal injury, did not have a medical emergency and was not under any medical restrictions on the day that he and his girlfriend were at Epic Universe. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz shares the latest updates in the ongoing death investigation.
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Frustration over chronic flooding boiled over in Volusia County on Tuesday night as hundreds of residents packed a town hall to demand answers from local leaders.
Rockledge man accused of making 3D-printed guns
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A Brevard County man is behind bars after police say he used a 3D printer to make firearms, including one that was converted into a submachine gun.
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A black bear was reportedly struck by a vehicle in the parking lot of the Florida Mall on Tuesday afternoon, officials said.
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Alachua County School Board Vice Chair Tina Certain has been summoned to appear before the state Board of Education in November after posting critical comments about conservative media personality Charlie Kirk on social media.
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Rockledge police, with the help of the Brevard County bomb squad and hazmat teams, have surrounded a house on Pennsylvania Avenue, authorities said Wednesday evening. Officials have not released many details but said the response involves a possible illegal firearm manufacturing operation and hazardous materials inside the residence.
Teacher denied early release from probation after conviction
A former teacher trying to get off probation was denied early release Wednesday after being convicted of disorderly intoxication and resisting an officer in May, court records show.
A former teacher trying to get off probation was denied early release Wednesday after being convicted of disorderly intoxication and resisting an officer in May, court records show.
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Orlando?s oldest golf course, Dubsdread, is set to unveil a major upgrade next month, city officials announced. The renovations include a new driving range with 40 hitting bays, 36 of which feature swing-tracking technology, and a state-of-the-art learning center with simulators. Guests will also have access to a new snack bar, full-service bar, and golf merchandise shop.
Volusia first responders train to respond to e-bike crashes
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First responders across Volusia County are seeing an increase in e-bike and bicycle crashes involving children, highlighting the importance of training for law enforcement and firefighters.
Drivers demand refunds over faulty school zone cameras
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A now-defunct school zone camera program in Palm Bay generated more than $700,000 in less than a year before being shut down, city records show.
FWC: More suspects tied to illegal alligator killings
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State wildlife officers say three more people are tied to an illegal alligator harvesting case that has already led to the arrest of a 21-year-old man accused of killing more than a dozen gators.
Family calls for answers in Epic Universe roller coaster death
Attorneys representing the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the man who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, remembered him as a "theme park enthusiast" and someone who lived a completely independent life.
Attorneys representing the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the man who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, remembered him as a "theme park enthusiast" and someone who lived a completely independent life.
Epic Universe death: Kevin Zavala's family talk
Kevin Rodriguez Zavala's sisters and brother remembered his during a press conference with attorney Ben Crump in Orlando on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, one week after Zavala became unresponsive after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe. Zavala later died at the hospital. The Medical Examiner said he died from "multiple blunt force injuries," and ruled his death an accident.
Kevin Rodriguez Zavala's sisters and brother remembered his during a press conference with attorney Ben Crump in Orlando on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, one week after Zavala became unresponsive after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe. Zavala later died at the hospital. The Medical Examiner said he died from "multiple blunt force injuries," and ruled his death an accident.
Epic Universe death: Kevin Rodriguez Zavala's parents talk
The parents of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala talked at a press conference alongside Attorney Ben Crump about the death of their son after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe. Zavala became unresponsive on the ride and was taken to the hospital where he died. He died from "multiple blunt force injuries," the Medical Examiner said. His death was ruled an accident.
The parents of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala talked at a press conference alongside Attorney Ben Crump about the death of their son after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe. Zavala became unresponsive on the ride and was taken to the hospital where he died. He died from "multiple blunt force injuries," the Medical Examiner said. His death was ruled an accident.
Epic Universe death: Ben Crump press conference | FULL
Attorneys representing the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the man who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, remembered him as a ?theme park enthusiast? and someone who lived a completely independent life. Attorneys and family said that Zavala, who used a wheelchair and was born with a spinal injury, did not have a medical emergency and was not under any medical restrictions on the day that he and his girlfriend were at Epic Universe. The family wants a "full and transparent" investigation, and wants the ride shut down until those investigations are completed.
Attorneys representing the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the man who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, remembered him as a ?theme park enthusiast? and someone who lived a completely independent life. Attorneys and family said that Zavala, who used a wheelchair and was born with a spinal injury, did not have a medical emergency and was not under any medical restrictions on the day that he and his girlfriend were at Epic Universe. The family wants a "full and transparent" investigation, and wants the ride shut down until those investigations are completed.
Epic Universe death: Attorney Ben Crump speaks
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump and the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala held a press conference on Wednesday afternoon in Orlando. During the event, Crump spoke about who Zavala was and how tragic his death was.
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump and the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala held a press conference on Wednesday afternoon in Orlando. During the event, Crump spoke about who Zavala was and how tragic his death was.
Epic Universe death: Attorney Natalie Jackson speaks
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump and the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala held a press conference on Wednesday afternoon in Orlando. During the event, Natalie Jackson, co-director of litigation with the Ben Crump Law Firm, helped to answer some questions about the death investigation.
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump and the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala held a press conference on Wednesday afternoon in Orlando. During the event, Natalie Jackson, co-director of litigation with the Ben Crump Law Firm, helped to answer some questions about the death investigation.
Doctors address Tylenol risks for expectant mothers
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President Donald Trump said this week acetaminophen (the active ingredient in Tylenol) could be linked to autism, and discouraged pregnant women from taking it However, doctors and scientists worldwide have refuted Trump's claim. Here's what we found.
Florida invests millions in pediatric cancer research
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis held a press conference on Wednesday morning in Tampa. The pair announced that the state will invest millions of dollars in pediatric cancer research over the next five years through the Cancer Connect Collaborative.
SpaceX launches NASA?s IMAP mission from Florida
SpaceX launched NASA?s Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP) mission at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday from Launch Complex 39A at the Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida.
SpaceX launched NASA?s Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP) mission at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday from Launch Complex 39A at the Kennedy Space Center (KSC) in Florida.