Central Florida farmers protect crops ahead of possible freeze
As Central Florida braces for another surge of cold air this weekend, farmers across the region are taking steps to protect vulnerable crops from freezing temperatures that could last more than a week.
As Central Florida braces for another surge of cold air this weekend, farmers across the region are taking steps to protect vulnerable crops from freezing temperatures that could last more than a week.
Testing finds arsenic traces in dozens of popular candy brands: DeSantis
Florida officials released new food safety findings showing traces of arsenic in dozens of popular candy products, expanding a state testing effort that earlier identified elevated toxins in infant formula.
Florida officials released new food safety findings showing traces of arsenic in dozens of popular candy products, expanding a state testing effort that earlier identified elevated toxins in infant formula.
Cold weather shelters opening across Central Florida: Here's the list
Several cold weather shelters are available throughout Central Florida this week for residents living without heat.
Several cold weather shelters are available throughout Central Florida this week for residents living without heat.
Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis: Arsenic detected in 26 candy brands
PRESS CONFERENCE | Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis voiced concerns over traditional candy brands containing levels of arsenic. Over time, exposure to can increase to levels above safe arsenic levels, Casey DeSantis said. Consuming more than 96 nerds in a year, exceeds safe arsenic exposure for children, she said.
PRESS CONFERENCE | Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis voiced concerns over traditional candy brands containing levels of arsenic. Over time, exposure to can increase to levels above safe arsenic levels, Casey DeSantis said. Consuming more than 96 nerds in a year, exceeds safe arsenic exposure for children, she said.
Florida testing finds arsenic traces in dozens of popular candy brands, Gov. DeSantis says
The Florida Department of Health (FDOH) on Monday announced new food safety findings under the Healthy Florida First initiative, releasing results from state testing of candy products marketed to children.
The Florida Department of Health (FDOH) on Monday announced new food safety findings under the Healthy Florida First initiative, releasing results from state testing of candy products marketed to children.
Exclusive: Ellen Gilland, woman who shot, killed terminally ill husband: 'I'm accepting the consequences'
Ellen Gilland, the 79-year-old woman who shot and killed her terminally ill husband inside a Daytona Beach hospital, is out of prison after serving a year behind bars.
Ellen Gilland, the 79-year-old woman who shot and killed her terminally ill husband inside a Daytona Beach hospital, is out of prison after serving a year behind bars.
Woman who killed terminally ill husband speaks out three years later
Ellen Gilland, the woman who killed her terminally ill husband in his hospital room, speaks with FOX 35 three years after the incident.
Ellen Gilland, the woman who killed her terminally ill husband in his hospital room, speaks with FOX 35 three years after the incident.
Maxwell Frost punched in face at Sundance Festival, congressman says
Congressman Maxwell Frost was punched in the face at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah on Friday, according to a tweet from the official.
Congressman Maxwell Frost was punched in the face at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah on Friday, according to a tweet from the official.
Woman accused of damaging federal vehicle during ICE protest
A 23-year-old woman was arrested during an immigration protest in Orlando after authorities said she damaged a federal agent’s vehicle, while sheriff’s officials described the demonstrations as largely peaceful.
A 23-year-old woman was arrested during an immigration protest in Orlando after authorities said she damaged a federal agent’s vehicle, while sheriff’s officials described the demonstrations as largely peaceful.
Historic winter storm threatens much of U.S., disrupts travel
A massive winter storm stretching more than 2,300 miles is sweeping across the United States, placing more than 240 million people in 40 states at risk of snow, ice, and dangerously cold temperatures, forecasters said.
A massive winter storm stretching more than 2,300 miles is sweeping across the United States, placing more than 240 million people in 40 states at risk of snow, ice, and dangerously cold temperatures, forecasters said.
SUV crashes into DeLand nursing home, no residents injured
A driver crashed an SUV into a DeLand nursing home Thursday afternoon, leaving a large hole in the building but causing no injuries to residents, authorities said.
A driver crashed an SUV into a DeLand nursing home Thursday afternoon, leaving a large hole in the building but causing no injuries to residents, authorities said.
Parents raise safety concerns about crowded Brevard County school buses
Parents in Brevard County say overcrowding on school buses has reached a breaking point after new images showed students sitting on the floor of moving buses, months after earlier complaints about packed conditions.
Parents in Brevard County say overcrowding on school buses has reached a breaking point after new images showed students sitting on the floor of moving buses, months after earlier complaints about packed conditions.
State attorney questions mental health oversight in case of murder suspect
State Attorney Monique Worrell is raising questions about whether failures in mental health supervision allowed a man accused of killing three people last weekend to remain free despite a violent history.
State Attorney Monique Worrell is raising questions about whether failures in mental health supervision allowed a man accused of killing three people last weekend to remain free despite a violent history.
New DNA, technology revive investigation in Jennifer Kesse case
Nearly 20 years after Jennifer Kesse vanished from her Orlando condominium, investigators say the case is gaining new momentum, fueled by advances in DNA testing, technology and a renewed investigative focus.
Nearly 20 years after Jennifer Kesse vanished from her Orlando condominium, investigators say the case is gaining new momentum, fueled by advances in DNA testing, technology and a renewed investigative focus.
Man charged after child reports days of confinement, abuse: Police say
A Palm Bay man has been charged with aggravated child abuse after police say a child was beaten, locked in a room for days, and forced to use a bucket as a bathroom, allegations that came to light after the child attempted suicide at school.
A Palm Bay man has been charged with aggravated child abuse after police say a child was beaten, locked in a room for days, and forced to use a bucket as a bathroom, allegations that came to light after the child attempted suicide at school.
Weather adds challenge as teams prepare for Rolex 24
Drivers and teams are preparing for a demanding weekend as the Rolex 24 at Daytona gets underway at Daytona International Speedway, where changing weather conditions can play a decisive role in the 24-hour endurance race.
Drivers and teams are preparing for a demanding weekend as the Rolex 24 at Daytona gets underway at Daytona International Speedway, where changing weather conditions can play a decisive role in the 24-hour endurance race.
20 years after Jennifer Kesse vanished, family continues search
Jennifer Kesse vanished Jan. 24, 2006, after failing to show up for work, a detail that immediately alarmed those who knew her. What began as a concern quickly turned into an intensive search that stretched from days into months, and eventually into years.
Jennifer Kesse vanished Jan. 24, 2006, after failing to show up for work, a detail that immediately alarmed those who knew her. What began as a concern quickly turned into an intensive search that stretched from days into months, and eventually into years.
Search underway for dog that fled after owner struck by car
A search is underway for a missing dog that ran away after he and his owner were struck by a car earlier this week in Daytona Beach Shores, family members said.
A search is underway for a missing dog that ran away after he and his owner were struck by a car earlier this week in Daytona Beach Shores, family members said.
Tip leads to arrests after alleged plot against student at Florida high school
Police arrested two students at Lake Brantley High School in Altamonte Springs after investigators found a knife and a written note in a student’s backpack, authorities said.
Police arrested two students at Lake Brantley High School in Altamonte Springs after investigators found a knife and a written note in a student’s backpack, authorities said.
State Attorney Monique Worrell gives update on backlogged cases
In a review of 2025, State Attorney Monique Worrell, of the Ninth Judicial Circuit, gave an overview of her office's accomplishments with backlogged cases.
In a review of 2025, State Attorney Monique Worrell, of the Ninth Judicial Circuit, gave an overview of her office's accomplishments with backlogged cases.