Teen accused in stepsister’s cruise ship death released pending trial
A 16-year-old charged as an adult in the death of his stepsister on a family cruise will remain out of custody while awaiting trial, despite prosecutors arguing he is a danger to the community and a flight risk. Timothy Hudson is accused of raping and killing Anna Kepner last year while they were aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship and sharing a cabin, according to court records discussed during a Wednesday hearing in Miami.
A 16-year-old charged as an adult in the death of his stepsister on a family cruise will remain out of custody while awaiting trial, despite prosecutors arguing he is a danger to the community and a flight risk. Timothy Hudson is accused of raping and killing Anna Kepner last year while they were aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship and sharing a cabin, according to court records discussed during a Wednesday hearing in Miami.
Winter Garden holiday house returns after code dispute
A Winter Garden home known for its elaborate holiday displays will return this year after months of zoning and permit disputes with Orange County officials.
A Winter Garden home known for its elaborate holiday displays will return this year after months of zoning and permit disputes with Orange County officials.
Police investigate illegal dumping into Titusville storm drain
Titusville police are investigating after surveillance video showed two men dumping an unknown liquid into a storm drain in a residential neighborhood.
Titusville police are investigating after surveillance video showed two men dumping an unknown liquid into a storm drain in a residential neighborhood.
Brevard Sheriff's Office to take over security at 3 Palm Bay schools
Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey says there is no way on “God's green earth” he's going to let one school go uncovered.
Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey says there is no way on “God's green earth” he's going to let one school go uncovered.
No beach driving changes planned after toddler’s death
Volusia County officials say there are no immediate plans to change beach driving rules after a 22-month-old girl was hit and killed over Memorial Day weekend.
Volusia County officials say there are no immediate plans to change beach driving rules after a 22-month-old girl was hit and killed over Memorial Day weekend.
Officials investigate tampered sea turtle nests on Cocoa Beach
Wildlife officials are investigating after four marked sea turtle nests were disturbed on Cocoa Beach, an act that violates Florida law.
Wildlife officials are investigating after four marked sea turtle nests were disturbed on Cocoa Beach, an act that violates Florida law.
Judge sets trial date in deadly dog attack case after delays
A judge on Tuesday set an October trial date in the case tied to the fatal dog mauling of 8-year-old Michael Millett, criticizing prosecutors for delays of more than a year after the child’s death.
A judge on Tuesday set an October trial date in the case tied to the fatal dog mauling of 8-year-old Michael Millett, criticizing prosecutors for delays of more than a year after the child’s death.
Winter Park considers retail development along Fairbanks Ave
Winter Park officials are set to vote this week on a proposed retail and restaurant development along Fairbanks Avenue as part of the city’s broader redevelopment plans for the corridor connecting Interstate 4 to downtown.
Winter Park officials are set to vote this week on a proposed retail and restaurant development along Fairbanks Avenue as part of the city’s broader redevelopment plans for the corridor connecting Interstate 4 to downtown.
Disney launches new summer attractions at Florida parks
Walt Disney World on Tuesday rolled out a wave of new attractions and updates across its theme parks as part of its “Cool Kids Summer” promotion.
Walt Disney World on Tuesday rolled out a wave of new attractions and updates across its theme parks as part of its “Cool Kids Summer” promotion.
NASA unveils timeline for future moon base
NASA on Tuesday outlined plans for a long-term moon base that would support astronauts living and working on the lunar surface as part of the Artemis program.
NASA on Tuesday outlined plans for a long-term moon base that would support astronauts living and working on the lunar surface as part of the Artemis program.
Judge rejects more delays in FSU mass shooting case
A judge on Tuesday rejected another request to delay deadlines in the case against Phoenix Ikner, the man accused in last year’s deadly mass shooting at Florida State University.
A judge on Tuesday rejected another request to delay deadlines in the case against Phoenix Ikner, the man accused in last year’s deadly mass shooting at Florida State University.
Daytona Beach daycare teacher accused of child abuse
A daycare teacher in Daytona Beach has been fired and charged with child abuse following an investigation into an alleged incident involving a child at The Chiles Academy, police said.
A daycare teacher in Daytona Beach has been fired and charged with child abuse following an investigation into an alleged incident involving a child at The Chiles Academy, police said.
Florida hurricane season: Sen. Rick Scott talks preparation | FULL
Florida Sen. Rick Scott and the National Hurricane Center held a news conference on Tuesday, May 26, in Miami, where officials talked about how to prepare for the 2026 hurricane season. Officials reminded Floridians and tourists to prepare early for the upcoming hurricane season, which starts on June 1 and ends on November 30.
Florida Sen. Rick Scott and the National Hurricane Center held a news conference on Tuesday, May 26, in Miami, where officials talked about how to prepare for the 2026 hurricane season. Officials reminded Floridians and tourists to prepare early for the upcoming hurricane season, which starts on June 1 and ends on November 30.
Kids bowl free at these Central Florida spots this summer
Bowling centers across Central Florida are offering kids ages 2 to 15 free games of bowling on weekdays this summer.
Bowling centers across Central Florida are offering kids ages 2 to 15 free games of bowling on weekdays this summer.
Quarantine extended for sloths surrendered by Sloth World owner
The quarantine period has been extended to 90 days for six sloths surrendered by the owner of Sloth World, as Florida wildlife officials consider a permanent ban on importing wild sloths.
The quarantine period has been extended to 90 days for six sloths surrendered by the owner of Sloth World, as Florida wildlife officials consider a permanent ban on importing wild sloths.
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket has been cleared to fly again after the Federal Aviation Administration concluded its investigation into an April launch failure that grounded the company for several weeks.
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket has been cleared to fly again after the Federal Aviation Administration concluded its investigation into an April launch failure that grounded the company for several weeks.
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket has been cleared to fly again after the Federal Aviation Administration concluded its investigation into an April launch failure that grounded the company for several weeks.
Sargassum seaweed piles up on Space Coast beaches
Large amounts of sargassum seaweed are washing onto beaches along Florida’s Space Coast, covering parts of Brevard County shorelines with thick, foul-smelling algae as researchers warn the problem could worsen through the summer.
Large amounts of sargassum seaweed are washing onto beaches along Florida’s Space Coast, covering parts of Brevard County shorelines with thick, foul-smelling algae as researchers warn the problem could worsen through the summer.
Family visiting Central Florida says dog died after attack
What was supposed to be a relaxing Central Florida vacation ended in heartbreak for one visiting family. Susan Lawson says her 11-year-old golden retriever, Brodie, died after being attacked by another dog.
What was supposed to be a relaxing Central Florida vacation ended in heartbreak for one visiting family. Susan Lawson says her 11-year-old golden retriever, Brodie, died after being attacked by another dog.
Memorial Day in Central Florida: Honoring, mourning those lost
Several ceremonies and remembrances were held across Central Florida on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, to honor and remember those lost while defending the United States of America.
Several ceremonies and remembrances were held across Central Florida on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, to honor and remember those lost while defending the United States of America.
Expert: 'How in the world can this big of a mistake be made?'
Lindsay Issacs spent nearly two weeks in jail after being wrongfully arrested in connection to a deadly crash that happened months earlier. She has since been released from jail and the charges filed against her have been dropped. And a new person has been arrested and charged. However, the damage has been done, Isaacs told FOX 35, alongside her attorneys. Former FBI agent Jennifer Coffindaffer has one question: "How in the world could this big of a mistake be made?"
Lindsay Issacs spent nearly two weeks in jail after being wrongfully arrested in connection to a deadly crash that happened months earlier. She has since been released from jail and the charges filed against her have been dropped. And a new person has been arrested and charged. However, the damage has been done, Isaacs told FOX 35, alongside her attorneys. Former FBI agent Jennifer Coffindaffer has one question: "How in the world could this big of a mistake be made?"