Attorney Ben Crump to speak after Stardust Racers reopens
Over the weekend, Universal Orlando officially reopened its Stardust Racers roller coaster following the death of a guest. Kevin Rodriguez Zavala died after riding the coaster Sept. 17. Attorney Ben Crump, who is representing the family, plans to hold a press conference Monday following the ride's reponing. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie gives us a preview of what may be discussed.
3 killed in hit-and-run crash on I-4 in Volusia, officials say
FHP is asking anyone with information related to this crash to contact them directly by dialing *FHP (*347) or anonymously through Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS.
UCF Knights vs. Kansas Jayhawks postgame
FOX 35 sports reporter Jonah Karp provides postgame coverage from the Bounce House after UCF Knight's loss to the Kansas Jayhawks.
Stardust Racers reopens amid death investigation
The ride reopened on Saturday, October 4.
St. Cloud PD facing lawsuit after K-9 bites man
An Osceola County man is suing the City of St. Cloud and its police department, alleging excessive force after officers ordered him outside his home, shoved him to the ground and unleashed a K-9 that bit him as he complied with commands.
Flooding threatens Flagler Coast ahead of weekend rain
Flooding is already starting to affect coastal Flagler County, and officials warn conditions will worsen through the weekend as heavy rains push water into low-lying neighborhoods.
Stardust Racers at Epic Universe set to reopen
Universal Orlando?s Stardust Racers at Epic Universe is expected to reopen as soon as Saturday, more than two weeks after 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala died following a ride on the roller coaster.
Sanford residents endure foul odor
For weeks, a foul odor has been hanging over Sanford, and frustrated residents say it?s only getting worse. City officials confirmed the stench is coming from the wastewater treatment plant, where one of the odor-control systems is broken and won?t be repaired until November.
Daytona Beach unveils restored Main Street arch
A piece of Daytona Beach history has been given new life. City leaders unveiled the restored Main Street arch on Thursday, a landmark that has welcomed visitors to the boardwalk and pier since the 1930s.
Super Speeder crackdown: Over 100 drivers arrested in Central Florida under dangerous speeding law
In the first 3 months since Florida's Super Speeder” law went into effect, more than 100 drivers have been arrested in Central Florida for excessive speeding. The law went into effect on June 1, 2025.
Mom fights HOA over letter barring son from playing on neighborhood tree
A Central Florida mother is pushing back against her homeowners association after receiving a legal notice accusing her of violating community rules because her 5-year-old son likes to swing from a magnolia tree near his bus stop.
Masked men ransack Volusia Mall store, steal thousands in clothing
Daytona Beach police are searching for two men caught on camera ransacking a store inside Volusia Mall, making off with thousands of dollars in merchandise and leaving behind heavy damage.
Palm Bay Councilmember Chandler Langevin resists resignation
Palm Bay Councilmember Chandler Langevin is refusing to resign after backlash over social media posts that called for the deportation of Indian immigrants, remarks that prompted the city council to censure him and request his suspension from office.
Stardust Racers update: Epic Universe coaster prepared to open. What we know.
Universal Orlando is prepared to reopen its Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe, slightly more than two weeks after the death of 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala.
White House press briefing amid government shutdown
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt hosted a press briefing on Friday afternoon where she shared the latest updates from the Trump administration. Leavitt spoke on a variety of topics, including the ongoing government shutdown, layoffs, immigration, crime and public safety, and more.
Hulk Hogan to have portion of trail named in his honor
On Friday morning, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that a portion of the Clearwater Trail will be named after Hulk Hogan. The Hulk Hogan trail will be on a two-mile portion of the Clearwater Trail between Oak Avenue and Clearwater Drive. There will also be exercise stations on this portion of the trail.
Frequent flooding as rain hits Central Florida
As we finish out the week and head into the weekend, the chances of rain will continue to increase, bringing threats of flooding to Central Florida. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz walks us through the impacts and what to expect.
Meet Andrew Cherico, the UCF journalist inspiring many
Andrew Cherico is a broadcast journalism student at UCF who provides content for the "Sons of UCF" and "Knights 247" as well as Orlando Magic content for the website round table. Andrew was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy when he was two and a half years old. When he was nine years old, he lost his ability to walk. He now works on the adult advisory council at Cure SMA and shares his story at speaking events to help bring awareness to his condition and give those with similar conditions someone to look up to. Andrew's story will air on FOX's Big Noon Kickoff on Saturday between 11:15 and 11:30.
Affidavit: Woman beat elderly stepmother for months
An Orlando woman was arrested Tuesday after she allegedly beat and confined her elderly stepmother. Officials have been called to the home where the woman was arrested several times in the last few months for domestic-related incidents and threats, according to Orange County court records. The alleged victim, who lived at the home, was taken to the hospital after being found with multiple injuries. According to an arrest report, the elderly woman had contusions on her eye, chin and cheek, as well as severe swelling on her face and lacerations on her hand, forearm and elbow. The woman told investigators that she had been beaten by her stepdaughter, 55-year-old Cheryl Pyle, and her boyfriend, who both moved into her home in December 2024, shortly after her husband died.
'We were so upset': Florida student victim of hoax study abroad trip
The Florida Attorney General has filed a $2.5M lawsuit against a Massachusetts man accused of scamming Florida students with a hoax international trip. Officials allege that the 56-year-old man scammed students and chaperones out of international trips.