Marcos Lopez arrest: Owner of club named in RICO document
The owner of the Eclipse Social Club, which allegedly housed the illegal gambling former Sheriff Marcos Lopez was arrested in connection with, was named in new RICO documents. FOX 35's Marie Edinger investigates his connection to the alleged gambling crimes.
Bunnell junkyard cars catch fire
More than a dozen cars caught fire at a junkyard in Flagler County. FOX 35's Chris Lindsay says fire officials believe electric vehicles in the yard are what started the blaze.
Port Canaveral's $69 million port upgrades
Port Canaveral is planning for an expansion to fit the growing ships and amount of passengers. This massive expansion is expected to cost $69 million. FOX 35's Caroline Coles learns more about what this expansion will look like.
Orlando Magic CEO steps down hours before NBA draft
The Orlando Magic announced a new leadership structure on Wednesday. Current CEO Alex Martins is transitioning to a newly created role of Vice Chair effective July 1, where he will advise the Board of Directors on long-term strategy. FOX 35's Chancelor Winn has more on the future of the Magic's leadership.
Ocala homeless shelter director busted stealing over $264K
The executive director of an Ocala based homeless shelter was caught stealing over $264,000 in donated funds. FOX 35's Matt Trezza has more on this story.
Alligator Alcatraz: Ron DeSantis wants to build 2nd one
Gov. Ron DeSantis discussed the federal immigration facility being built in the Florida Everglades, dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz.' He also mentioned the possibility of standing up a second immigration detention facility at a National Guard training site in northern Florida.
SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch from Florida
SpaceX launched 27 Starlink satellites on Wednesday afternoon from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
Who is Robin Lopez? Neighbor shares insight
Who is Robin Lopez? She's the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez. She was arrested and charged with conspiracy to invest proceeds from racketeering related to an alleged illegal gambling business that generated millions. Marcos Lopez is charged with conspiracy to commit racketeering and racketeering connected to the same business. Prosecutors allege that Robin Lopez helped move money between the alleged co-defendants to Marcos Lopez.
Trump answers question after being called 'daddy'
President Donald Trump had an eyebrow-raising response to being called "daddy" by the NATO chief as Sen. Marco Rubio was struggling to stay composed. "He did it very affectionately though," Trump said with a smile. '"Daddy, you're my daddy."
Man spits on deputy during arrest, yells racial slur, bodycam video shows
A Florida man is behind bars after deputies say he was caught shoplifting in Volusia County. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood responded to the arrest in a social media post, referring to the suspect ? 40-year-old Troy Green ? as a "scumbag POS" and saying he "let his mouth show us who he is." Body camera footage captures the dramatic arrest on June 17. In the video, Green repeatedly uses a racial slur toward the arresting deputy and, at one point, spits on him.
Trump speaks at NATO Summit
President Donald Trump was in the Netherlands this week attending the NATO summit. But the uncertainty between Israel and Iran and the U.S. involvement was much at the forefront of reporter questions and Trump?s time there.
Gov. DeSantis signs mental health and addiction bills
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed new legislation on Wednesday to promote mental health and addiction recovery. State Bill 1620 amends various sections of Florida Statutes to enhance mental health and substance-use disorder services, focusing on improving assessment and treatment standards. State Bill 168 focuses on the Tristin Murphy Act, which creates model processes for diverting defendants to mental health treatment.
'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration detention facility
FOX 35's Garrett Wymer takes a deep dive into "Alligator Alcatraz." Florida is now using emergency powers to take over a remote, 30-square-mile site in the Everglades to build what some are calling "Alligator Alcatraz." The state said the site will hold up to 5,000 immigration detainees and will operate under the current state of emergency. Construction is already underway.
Gov. DeSantis speaks on 'Alligator Alcatraz'
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Thursday in Tampa. At the end of the event, DeSantis took questions and was asked about "Alligator Alcatraz." The state is using emergency powers to take over a remote, 30-square-mile site in the Everglades to build what some are calling Alligator Alcatraz. The state said the site will hold up to 5,000 immigration detainees and will operate under the current state of emergency. Construction is already underway.
President Trump holds bilateral meeting at NATO Summit
President Donald Trump hosted a short bilateral meeting on Wednesday morning at the NATO Summit. During the meeting, Trump said he has enjoyed the summit and also touched upon the recent Israel and Iran war. Trump slammed media outlets for reporting the Pentagon's early assessment of the American attack on Iran that cast doubt on his administration's claims that Tehran's nuclear program was "obliterated." He said the reports are an attempt to "demean one of the most successful military strikes in history", as he insisted Tehran's nuclear program was "completely destroyed."
Orlando Magic CEO steps down
The Orlando Magic announced a new leadership structure on Wednesday. Current CEO Alex Martins is transitioning to a newly created role of Vice Chair effective July 1, where he will advise the Board of Directors on long-term strategy.
Axiom Mission 4 launches from Florida's Space Coast
Axiom Mission 4 launched at 2:31 a.m. on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, carrying a private crew aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft. The mission is expected to dock at the International Space Station around 7 a.m. on Thursday, June 26, 2025.
LaVon Bracy Davis win Florida Senate Dist. 15 primary
State Rep. LaVon Bracy Davis has won the Democratic special election primary for Senate Dist. 15., defeating three others, including her brother, and a former congressman.
Man arrested after alleged stabbing outside Mall at Millenia
A man is behind bars after police say he repeatedly stabbed a woman in the parking lot outside the Mall at Millenia as horrified bystanders rushed to help.
Trump administration approves 'Alligator Alcatraz'
The Trump administration on Tuesday afternoon announced that it approved construction of an off-the-grid facility to house ICE detainees in the heart of Florida's "alligator alley."