Man wrongly jailed after deputies confuse him for another
A Jacksonville man spent nearly two weeks in jail and missed the birth of his child after deputies mistakenly arrested him in place of a suspect with a similar name, his attorneys said.
Florida substitute teacher accused of slapping students
Parents at South Ocala Elementary are demanding answers after a substitute teacher was accused of hitting students and using inappropriate language in a fourth-grade classroom.
Man accused of 3D-printing guns after calling police about stolen firearms
A convicted felon who reported stolen guns to police is now facing charges after officers discovered he was allegedly manufacturing 3D-printed weapons inside his home, authorities said.
Universal ride death sparks ADA, safety questions after lawsuit filed
Safety questions are mounting after a man who used a wheelchair died last week while riding the Stardust Racers coaster at Universal Orlando?s Epic Universe.
Epic Universe death: Expert talks restraint questions
As the investigation into how -- and why -- a man died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, and whether the ride itself had any impact on the man's death, FOX 35 talked with an expert about roller coaster ride restraints. Kevin Zavala became unresponsive while on Stardust Racers, officials and the family's attorney, Ben Crump said. Zavala died at the hospital. Zavala died from multiple blunt force injuries, according to the Medical Examiner. The family's attorney, Crump, questioned the potential of whether there could have been an issue with the ride's restraints.
Florida welcomes Success Academy to state
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins spoke on Thursday morning in Miami. At the event, DeSantis announced that Success Academy, a charter school network, is coming to the Sunshine State. Success Academy will start in Miami, and DeSantis said he believes it will expand throughout the state in the future.
'Threw her to the floor': Care worker accused of elderly abuse
A former employee at Spring Hills Lake Mary is accused of elderly abuse against a woman she was tasked with caring for. Springs Hills told FOX 35 that the employee was suspended, then terminated. According to the woman's daughter, the aide lifted her mom's arms up and pushed her to the floor, then left her on the floor. The woman, Gene, is at the facility because she has dementia.
ULA rocket launch with Amazon's Project Kuiper satellites
A United Launch Alliance (ULA) launch took place around 8:09 a.m. Thursday from Cape Canaveral, Florida. The rocket launched 27 of Amazon's Project Kuiper internet satellites into space.
Family wants answers after Stardust Racers death
Attorneys representing the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the man who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, remembered him as a "theme park enthusiast" and someone who lived a completely independent life. Attorneys and family said that Zavala, who used a wheelchair and was born with a spinal injury, did not have a medical emergency and was not under any medical restrictions on the day that he and his girlfriend were at Epic Universe. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz shares the latest updates in the ongoing death investigation.
Volusia residents press officials for flooding fixes at town hall
Frustration over chronic flooding boiled over in Volusia County on Tuesday night as hundreds of residents packed a town hall to demand answers from local leaders.
Rockledge man accused of making 3D-printed guns
A Brevard County man is behind bars after police say he used a 3D printer to make firearms, including one that was converted into a submachine gun.
Bear believed to be hit by vehicle near Florida Mall
A black bear was reportedly struck by a vehicle in the parking lot of the Florida Mall on Tuesday afternoon, officials said.
Florida school official chastised over Charlie Kirk social media post
Alachua County School Board Vice Chair Tina Certain has been summoned to appear before the state Board of Education in November after posting critical comments about conservative media personality Charlie Kirk on social media.
Bomb squad investigating possible illegal firearms at Rockledge home
Rockledge police, with the help of the Brevard County bomb squad and hazmat teams, have surrounded a house on Pennsylvania Avenue, authorities said Wednesday evening. Officials have not released many details but said the response involves a possible illegal firearm manufacturing operation and hazardous materials inside the residence.
Teacher denied early release from probation after conviction
A former teacher trying to get off probation was denied early release Wednesday after being convicted of disorderly intoxication and resisting an officer in May, court records show.
Orlando?s Dubsdread Golf Course renovations near completion
Orlando?s oldest golf course, Dubsdread, is set to unveil a major upgrade next month, city officials announced. The renovations include a new driving range with 40 hitting bays, 36 of which feature swing-tracking technology, and a state-of-the-art learning center with simulators. Guests will also have access to a new snack bar, full-service bar, and golf merchandise shop.
Volusia first responders train to respond to e-bike crashes
First responders across Volusia County are seeing an increase in e-bike and bicycle crashes involving children, highlighting the importance of training for law enforcement and firefighters.
Drivers demand refunds over faulty school zone cameras
A now-defunct school zone camera program in Palm Bay generated more than $700,000 in less than a year before being shut down, city records show.
FWC: More suspects tied to illegal alligator killings
State wildlife officers say three more people are tied to an illegal alligator harvesting case that has already led to the arrest of a 21-year-old man accused of killing more than a dozen gators.
Family calls for answers in Epic Universe roller coaster death
Attorneys representing the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, the man who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, remembered him as a "theme park enthusiast" and someone who lived a completely independent life.