Otter bites person at Wekiva Island

A person was bitten by an otter at Wekiva Island on May 29, prompting a response from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), officials said.

Bodycam video shows deadly SWAT raid in Orange County

A SWAT raid in Orange County ended in a deadly shooting when deputies said a man reached for a rifle, prompting one of them to open fire. Newly released body camera footage captures the fatal encounter inside a home during the execution of a narcotics search warrant.

Political leaders speak on Congressional spending bill

The Senate GOP and Democratic leadership both hosted a press conferences on Tuesday afternoon. During the press conferences, several leaders shared comments on President Donald Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill." GOP leaders said they are prepared to do what it takes to get it done, while Democratic leaders say they "surprisingly agree" with Elon Musk's recent post on X, which states "This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination."

Boulder, Colorado attack suspect: 'Pure evil'

Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt led a White House press briefing on Tuesday afternoon in Washington, D.C. This week, Leavitt touched on topics including recent Colorado attack, immigration, fentanyl and inflation.

Families announce lawsuit after deadly Halloween shooting in Orlando

The families of two men killed when an alleged teenage gunman opened fire on crowds celebrating Halloween in downtown Orlando last year announced Tuesday their intention to file a lawsuit this month. During a joint news conference Tuesday morning, the parents of 19-year-old Timothy Schmidt Jr. and 25-year-old Tyrek Hill spoke alongside attorneys Michael Haggard and Douglas McCarron, who represent victims of gun violence. They called for justice, accountability, and systemic change to prevent future tragedies.

State leaders discuss immigration enforcement, closed border policies

State Attorney Bill Gladson and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hosted a news conference on Tuesday to discuss the sentencing of an undocumented immigrant who was convicted to life in prison for human trafficking, among other charges, following a 2024 investigation in Eustis involving a minor.

Woman accused in deadly Lake County deputy ambush not competent for trial

A judge has ruled that Julie Sulpizio ? the woman accused of luring Lake County deputies into a deadly ambush that ended in a shootout ? is not competent to stand trial. The incident resulted in the deaths of her husband and daughters, who took their own lives, and claimed the life of Master Deputy Bradley Link.

Orlando police warn of parking meter QR code scams

Scammers are placing fake QR code stickers on Orlando parking meters to steal financial data. Authorities are urging drivers to inspect meters and use official apps or websites for payment. Police are investigating and removing fraudulent codes while warning the public to stay alert.

Deputy accused of riding motorcycle with fake license plate

A Volusia County deputy resigned after being caught riding a motorcycle with a fake license plate that read ?Chase Me.? Body camera footage shows 26-year-old Erica Muzzy?s arrest after deputies stopped her on Interstate 4 for the counterfeit tag. The plate had threes substituted for the letter ?E.?

Palm Coast man allegedly strangled dog, wife speaks with FOX 35

A Palm Coast man was arrested Thursday on a felony charge of aggravated animal cruelty after investigators say he killed a dog through strangulation earlier this year. FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte spoke with the man's wife, who says she is now divorcing him.