Wanted man captured 24 hours after escaping custody at Florida hospital
A wanted suspect was captured at a home in Palm Bay about 24 hours after slipping out of handcuffs and running from the Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital, police said.
A wanted suspect was captured at a home in Palm Bay about 24 hours after slipping out of handcuffs and running from the Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital, police said.
Melbourne Police: Escaped detainee found hiding in home
A 24-year-old man who slipped out of handcuffs and attacked 2 police officers before running away has been captured again, police said.
A 24-year-old man who slipped out of handcuffs and attacked 2 police officers before running away has been captured again, police said.
Groveland road sinkhole rebuilding could cost $2.5 million
Officials on Thursday described a road collapse in Groveland as a sinkhole, and said it could cost about $2.5 million to rebuild the damaged stretch.
Officials on Thursday described a road collapse in Groveland as a sinkhole, and said it could cost about $2.5 million to rebuild the damaged stretch.
3 rescued manatee calves released back into Florida waters
Three orphaned manatee calves were released back into the wild on Thursday, and SeaWorld Orlando marked the occasion with a triple splash at Blue Spring State Park.
Three orphaned manatee calves were released back into the wild on Thursday, and SeaWorld Orlando marked the occasion with a triple splash at Blue Spring State Park.
Apopka mayor receives online threats after debate
A heated debate in Apopka took a darker turn after police said a man sent violent online threats against Mayor Bryan Nelson.
A heated debate in Apopka took a darker turn after police said a man sent violent online threats against Mayor Bryan Nelson.
Golf cart fire in Flagler Beach sparks safety warning
A golf cart was destroyed in a garage fire this week after it burst into flames while charging, according to the owner. The fire nearly spread to the home, but crews from the Flagler Beach Fire Department contained it to the garage. No injuries were reported.
A golf cart was destroyed in a garage fire this week after it burst into flames while charging, according to the owner. The fire nearly spread to the home, but crews from the Flagler Beach Fire Department contained it to the garage. No injuries were reported.
'That's not enough': Attorney General Uthmeier speaks on charges against man accused of killing 3 tourists
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said his office wants to see the death penalty pursued for Ahmad Bojeh. Bojeh, 29, is currently charged with three counts of second-degree murder in connection to allegedly killing three people in Kissimmee on Jan. 17.Uthmeier, who spoke in Orlando on Feb. 12, said he hopes Bojeh will be prosecuted to the fullest in Osceola County.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said his office wants to see the death penalty pursued for Ahmad Bojeh. Bojeh, 29, is currently charged with three counts of second-degree murder in connection to allegedly killing three people in Kissimmee on Jan. 17.Uthmeier, who spoke in Orlando on Feb. 12, said he hopes Bojeh will be prosecuted to the fullest in Osceola County.
2026 Daytona 500 Speedway Snacks: Fried PB&J and buffalo sauce tater tots
What's on the menu for the 2026 Daytona 500. FOX 35's Lauren Margolis tried the footlong corn dog, buffalo sauce tater tots, fried PB&J sandwiches and more.
What's on the menu for the 2026 Daytona 500. FOX 35's Lauren Margolis tried the footlong corn dog, buffalo sauce tater tots, fried PB&J sandwiches and more.
Melbourne Police continue search for man who escaped custody
Press Conference | Melbourne Police gave an update on Feb. 12 after 24-year-old Eric Jordon Jerry, who was arrested on an outstanding warrant on Feb. 11, escaped custody and assaulted two officers, police said. Now, the police department is continuing its search for Jerry.
Press Conference | Melbourne Police gave an update on Feb. 12 after 24-year-old Eric Jordon Jerry, who was arrested on an outstanding warrant on Feb. 11, escaped custody and assaulted two officers, police said. Now, the police department is continuing its search for Jerry.
Missing Child Alert canceled for 15-year-old girl in Seminole County: FDLE
A Florida Missing Child Alert for a 15-year-old girl in Oviedo has been canceled. The missing teenager has been found safe, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
A Florida Missing Child Alert for a 15-year-old girl in Oviedo has been canceled. The missing teenager has been found safe, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
The Boring Company selected for potential Universal tunnel
Elon Musk’s "The Boring Company" has been officially selected to design and build a high-tech underground transit system in Orlando.
Elon Musk’s "The Boring Company" has been officially selected to design and build a high-tech underground transit system in Orlando.
Two-year-old boy killed in driveway accident in Marion County
A Marion County family is mourning after their 2-year-old son was killed in a driveway accident when a family friend backing up a vehicle did not see the child behind the car, authorities said.
A Marion County family is mourning after their 2-year-old son was killed in a driveway accident when a family friend backing up a vehicle did not see the child behind the car, authorities said.
Qualifying heats up as Daytona 500 field takes shape
Engines roared to life at Daytona International Speedway as drivers competed for starting positions in the Daytona 500, with Kyle Busch securing the pole position in Friday night’s qualifying session.
Engines roared to life at Daytona International Speedway as drivers competed for starting positions in the Daytona 500, with Kyle Busch securing the pole position in Friday night’s qualifying session.
E-bikes treated like vehicles under Florida law, legal expert says
As electric bicycles become a common sight on streets and sidewalks, Florida law treats them similarly to cars, meaning riders can face citations or even arrest if they break traffic rules, legal experts say.
As electric bicycles become a common sight on streets and sidewalks, Florida law treats them similarly to cars, meaning riders can face citations or even arrest if they break traffic rules, legal experts say.
Deputies de-escalate mental health crisis without gunfire
Flagler County sheriff’s deputies safely resolved a days-long series of incidents involving a 55-year-old man in what authorities described as a severe mental health crisis, taking him into custody without gunfire after he briefly pointed what appeared to be a handgun at them.
Flagler County sheriff’s deputies safely resolved a days-long series of incidents involving a 55-year-old man in what authorities described as a severe mental health crisis, taking him into custody without gunfire after he briefly pointed what appeared to be a handgun at them.
Person escapes custody near Melbourne hospital, search underway
Authorities are searching for a 20-year-old person who escaped custody Wednesday evening near Orlando Health Melbourne, officials said.
Authorities are searching for a 20-year-old person who escaped custody Wednesday evening near Orlando Health Melbourne, officials said.
1 person in custody during South Daytona police shooting
One person was taken into custody after gunshots were reported in a South Daytona neighborhood, police said.
One person was taken into custody after gunshots were reported in a South Daytona neighborhood, police said.
Florida lawmakers, judges targeted in proposed immigration crackdown
Florida leaders on Wednesday outlined a new plan aimed at tightening immigration enforcement in the state, including proposals that would penalize lawmakers and judges if undocumented immigrants in their districts commit violent crimes.
Florida leaders on Wednesday outlined a new plan aimed at tightening immigration enforcement in the state, including proposals that would penalize lawmakers and judges if undocumented immigrants in their districts commit violent crimes.
Wildlife rescue in Volusia County faces uncertainty after foreclosure
Samadhi Wildlife Sanctuary, which rescues and rehabilitates injured and orphaned native mammals, said the property owner failed to pay the mortgage, leaving the sanctuary’s leaders uncertain how long they can remain on the site.
Samadhi Wildlife Sanctuary, which rescues and rehabilitates injured and orphaned native mammals, said the property owner failed to pay the mortgage, leaving the sanctuary’s leaders uncertain how long they can remain on the site.
Work begins on $400 million Camping World Stadium renovation
Construction is underway on a $400 million renovation of Camping World Stadium aimed at expanding capacity, modernizing facilities, and attracting major events to Orlando.
Construction is underway on a $400 million renovation of Camping World Stadium aimed at expanding capacity, modernizing facilities, and attracting major events to Orlando.