Eustis bridge berm collapses, crews build permanent fix
A private bridge in a Eustis neighborhood collapsed after flooding from a storm. The bridge, which is placed on top of city utilities, is continuing to fall apart, making the area unsafe for residents who were forced to leave their homes. In a Nov. 7 press conference, Eustis Fire Chief Michael Swanson said he hopes to have affected residents back in their homes by Thanksgiving.
Brevard County pilot shares 'miracle' landing on 407
The 50-year veteran pilot took off from the Space Coast Regional Airport when he noticed something was wrong. Reports from the Titusville Fire Department said the plane lost engine power, causing the pilot to land in the road of FL-407 between FL-528 and I-95. He lived, uninjured, to tell his story.
30 cancelations, 200 delays at MCO after FAA cuts
4% of air traffic was cut to Orlando International Airport on Nov. 7, which is the FAA’s solution to the low staffing in air traffic control workers due to the government shutdown. Now, travelers are facing the impacts as 40 “high impact” airports nationwide are seeing cancellations and delays.
Boat stranded on Flagler Beach shore
A man was found stranded in a sailboat on Flagler Beach on Nov. 6, leaving beachgoers wondering what happened. The Flalger Beach Fire Department said Stephen Cox confirmed that the ship's captain fell asleep. He “fell asleep at the help and was awoken by a sudden shake in the boat,” Cox said. Crew now plan to tow the boat during high tide.
Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia praises Orlando spending | Full speech
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia held a news conference in Orlando, where he praised Orlando for how it's government is spending money. He did question $22.3 million in spending and said there were areas still to cut finding. He compared $22M compared to Jackson, Orange County, and Miami-Dade governments. He then challenged those government leaders to look at their budgets. alleged wasteful spending in Orange County and Orlando. According to his numbers, Ingoglia questioned $22 million ins pending by Orlando and
Flights canceled as FAA reduces flight traffic
The FAA has ordered airlines to cut their total flights by 4% at 40 of the busiest airports in the U.S. That begins on Friday, Nov. 7. By Friday, Nov. 11, the FAA will cut flight traffic by 10%. Airports in Orlando, Tampa, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale are impacted.
'Smells like a swamp': Titusville trash pickup hits a snag
After being slammed with torrential rain and flooding, some residents in Titusville have another potential issue: delays in trash pickup. This week, the City of Titusville said its transfer station suffered a "catastrophic" failure with its hydraulic system, forcing it to be closed for an unknown amount of time. That means garbage trucks have to travel to Cocoa, which could result in delays with trash pickup.
Miami Heat coach's home burns in Florida
The Coal Gables home of Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra was nearly destroyed in a fire on Thursday, according to the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Department.
15-year-old accused of attacking teacher, deputy
A 15-year-old student at Gardendale Separate Day School is accused of kicking a teacher and a Brevard County School Resource deputy, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey. FOX 35 is not naming the boy or showing his face due to his age. Sheriff Ivey said the boy also tried to take the deputy's gun as he was being taken into custody.
How Floridians are helping Jamaica after Melissa's impact
The Brevard Caribbean American Sports and Cultural Association is collecting non-perishable food, baby supplies, blankets, and tarps to help Jamaicans devastated by Hurricane Melissa.
Florida pup stuck in bedroom during house fire, rescued
It could have been tragic, but thanks to the Flagler County Fire Rescue department, Kira, a Great Dane, is on the road to recovery. Tovia House-Caldwell and her family were moving into their home in Palm Coast. Moments later, the house caught fire, while their dog was stuck in a bedroom. Their home was destroyed. Firefighters were able to pull her out of the home. Kira is now being treated at an animal hospital in St. Augustine. Tovia House-Caldwell, dog rescued from house fire
Second arrest in ambush shooting of 15-year-old: Officials
A 20-year-old has been arrested and charged in connection to the ambush shooting death of a 15-year-old girl in October. The shooting happened outside a restaurant in Cocoa. Three people were shot inside a vehicle. Two males survived. Ka'Ryah Duncan died. Xazavier Butler was recently arrested on charged connected to the shooting, the second person to be arrested in the case, Sheriff Wayne Ivey announced Thursday night. Butler was booked into jail on charges of first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, and possession of a fire by a delinquent.
How will FAA flight cuts impact Orlando airport?
The FAA has ordered airlines cut flight traffic by 10% on Friday amid the government shutdown which has stressed FAA flight controllers, who have gone a month without a paycheck. The flight cuts are planned for the 40 busiest airports, which reportedly includes Orlando International Airport and Tampa International Airport. Several airlines are offering passengers refunds and the ability to change their travel plans without a penalty.
Invasive Peters Rock Agama lizards spotted in Sanford
The FWC said the Agama lizard, native to Africa, has been documented in 20 Florida counties, including Seminole County where they've established breeding populations.
Small plane lands miles away from Space Coast Airport
A small plane landed on FL-407, Thursday, after reports say the plane lost engine power. The plane landed around 3 miles southwest of the Space Coast Regional Airport. The FAA is investigating this incident.
Robin Severance-Lopez rejects plea deal | Attorney statement
Robin Severance-Lopez, the wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, rejected a plea deal in court on Thursday on charges related to her alleged connection to an illegal gambling operation linked to Marcos Lopez. Robin Lopez was also recently arrested -- and remains in jail -- on a charge of providing false or misleading information during a bond hearing. Her new trial date is set for December.
Orange County Mayor Demings campaigns for Florida governor
Demings has served more than 40 years in public service, including as Orlando’s police chief and later as Orange County sheriff. He told FOX 35 on Nov. 6 that if elected he will bring the cost of living down in Florida and also create high wage jobs by creating "pathways" for people to begin entry level jobs and move up the later. He said he's the most experienced candidate in terms of crisis management.
Move to Florida: Leaders reacts to New York mayoral win
Some Florida leaders, politicians, and sheriffs are expecting more New Yorkers to move to Florida after Tuesday's mayoral election.
Alleged thieves used rideshare as getaway vehicle: Deputies
Osceola County sheriff’s deputies arrested two burglary suspects after they ordered a rideshare home from the crime scene, deputies said. The burglaries happened early Tuesday morning, deputies said. Deputies were surveilling the neighborhood because they claim it was the site of a “recent series of burglaries” when they saw the two suspects get into a car with duffle bags and backpacks, according to an arrest affidavit. Deputies pulled the car over. The unsuspecting “getaway” driver was hired by the suspects as a rideshare, deputies said. An arrest affidavit said the driver told deputies the items in the trunk belonged to the suspects and he did not know them. The targeted neighborhood is gated, every gate has a camera, many homes have surveillance cameras, hired security patrols in marked vehicles and deputies conducted surveillance. Deputies said that wasn’t enough to stop Ronie Joseph, 18, and Justice Lewis, 19, from burglarizing homes.
FOX 35 meteorologist discusses tides in Ponce Inlet
FOX 35's Laurel Blanchard discussed a series of Supermoons she said are affecting the tides this month. Due to this, shores along the east coast will see more erosion.