Man charged with animal cruelty after video surfaces
Brevard County man is facing felony animal cruelty charges after a home security camera allegedly captured him choking and hitting his dog in a disturbing incident from March.
Alleged serial stalker pens apology letter to victims: Deputies
A man accused of stalking and attacking elderly women in Orange County is now behind bars, following his arrest near an assisted living facility this week.
Epic Universe grand opening celebration fireworks
On the eve of the opening of Universal's Epic Universe, VIPs were treated to a grand opening celebration capped off with a spectacular fireworks show.
Bond denied for man accused of shooting at deputies
A Brevard County man accused of firing roughly 50 rounds at deputies from inside his graffiti-covered home was denied bond Wednesday, with a judge citing public safety concerns.
Epic Universe: Exploring Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic
Among the standout new attractions at Epic Universe is Universal?s third Harry Potter-themed land ? the Ministry of Magic ? where guests are transported to 1920s Paris. The Ministry of Magic land includes a headline attraction, a live show, and four themed eateries. One of the early fan favorites: the Butterbeer Crepe at Caf? La Gare de la Sir?ne, which combines Bavarian cream, strawberries, and a shortbread cookie with the franchise?s iconic flavor.
Fast response credited for saving New Smyrna Beach stabbing victim
The first responders who helped save a man after a stabbing in New Smyrna Beach are now sharing how their swift actions helped stabilize the victim and prevent further harm.
Florida moves closer to reinstating bear hunting
On Wednesday, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved proposed black bear hunting rule changes for public notice, moving forward with talks on bringing back regulated bear hunts.
Kirkman Road extension opens ahead of Epic Universe debut
As Universal?s Epic Universe prepares for its grand opening, local leaders and theme park developers are celebrating another major milestone ? the completion of a massive infrastructure project designed to connect the resort?s two campuses.
Epic Universe nears opening after years of planning
As Universal prepares to officially open Epic Universe, its most ambitious theme park to date, the journey to this milestone has been anything but short. First announced in 2019, the $7 billion, 160-acre park has been years in the making, with construction delays, logistical hurdles and high public anticipation shaping its development.
Epic Universe: Exploring Dark Universe
As Universal Orlando's Epic Universe prepares to open its gates officially, guests and media received an early look inside one of the park?s most mysterious and haunting portals: the Dark Universe.
Speed bumps removed in Cocoa Beach
Road crews in Cocoa Beach spent the week removing recently installed speed bumps along State Road A1A, just weeks after their controversial addition sparked backlash from both residents and city officials.
Man who targeted assisted living residents arrested: Sheriff
A man accused of stalking and attacking elderly women at assisted living facilities is behind bars after deputies say bold, repeated behavior led to his arrest.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks on swatting crackdown
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Wednesday afternoon in Winter Haven. DeSantis was joined by other law enforcement leaders to sign legislation to crack down on swatting. Swatting is a form of criminal harassment that involves deceiving an emergency service into sending a police or emergency response team to another person's location.
Young Florida alligator finds comfort in drain pipe
A Florida alligator found itself sheltering inside a drain pipe in Oviedo, a suburb of the Orlando metro. FOX 35's Hannah McKenzie talked with Perry Hoff, Fort Pierce Branch Manager at Shenandoa, and Brandon Fisher, a manager at Gatorland.
Harry Potter actors open Epic Universe Ministry of Magic portal
James and Oliver Phelps who played Fred and George Weasley and Warwick Davis who plays Professor Flitwick in the Harry Potter movies helped open the Ministry of Magic portal at Universal's Epic Universe Wednesday.
Trump meets with President of the Republic of South Africa
President Donald Trump participated in a bilateral meeting with President of the Republic of South Africa on Wednesday afternoon at 12:45 p.m.
Meet the power couple on Capitol Hill
A power couple from Central Florida is taking over Washington, D.C. That couple is Mike Haridopolos, representative of the 8th District of Florida, and his wife, Dr. Stephanie Haridopolos, acting chief of staff and senior advisor for the office of the surgeon genera. FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt talks to the couple about their dynamic and how they make it work despite their prominent titles and influential positions.
Epic Universe: Inside Isle of Berk & Super Nintendo World
FOX 35's Stephanie Buffamonte takes us inside the "How To Train Your Dragon -- Isles of Berk" portal of Epic Universe as well as Super Nintendo World.
SpaceX launching Starlink satellites form Florida
SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink satellites, including 13 with Direct to Cell capabilities, to low-Earth orbit from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
Mother charged after toddlers found wandering
A Volusia County mother is facing child neglect charges after her three young children were found wandering alone along a busy street in Edgewater over the weekend.