Arrests in shooting of FSU football player Ethan Pritchard
Multiple people have been arrested in connection to the shooting of Florida State University (FSU) football player Ethan Pritchard.
CFO presents checks to 16 Florida fire departments
Florida's Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia held a press conference on Wednesday afternoon in Lake Mary regarding firefighters. At the event, Ingoglia presented 16 different fire departments across the state with checks.
Attorneys file lawsuit against Jacksonville over viral arrest
Attorneys on Wednesday morning announced a lawsuit against the City of Jacksonville and Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (JSO) over a viral arrest from February. The incident involved the arrest of William McNeel Jr., which was captured on a cell phone video. The video shows the officer breaking the car window and punching McNeel, which sparked national outrage.
Substitute banned from Orange County schools
An Orange County substitute teacher is banned from OCPS property after making "concerning comments" using "threatening words" to students, authorities said.
Orange County schools face $28M funding loss
Orange County Public Schools is bracing for steep funding cuts after a sharp drop in student enrollment this fall. District officials said nearly 6,600 fewer students are enrolled compared to last year, more than double the decline first projected.
Florida bear hunt permits move forward
People seeking to obtain one of the limited number of permits for the state?s first bear hunt in a decade can start to pay $5 entry fees on Friday.
Gov. DeSantis pushes again for open carry
Gov. Ron DeSantis signaled Monday he will again push lawmakers to allow people to openly carry guns in Florida.
Man accused of posing as nurse arrested at staged job interview
A Volusia County man accused of impersonating a nurse was arrested after showing up for a job interview in disguise and presenting a fake driver?s license, authorities said. Joseph Kinney, whose nursing license was revoked in 2022, was taken into custody Monday at Ridgecrest Health and Rehab Center in DeLand, the Volusia County Sheriff?s Office said.
Orlando Dreamers still hoping to lure MLB team
The push to bring Major League Baseball to Orlando faces new uncertainty after the lead investor behind the Orlando Dreamers joined the group seeking to buy the Tampa Bay Rays.
Teen found shot inside crashed car in Orange County dies, deputies say
An 18-year-old woman was found shot inside a crashed car early Tuesday in Orange County, and deputies are searching for whoever is responsible, authorities said.
Judge declares mistrial in Florida mother?s murder trial
A judge declared a mistrial Tuesday in the case of a Brevard County mother accused of killing her 3-year-old son after ruling that prosecutors failed to turn over key evidence to the defense. Erica Dotson had been on trial for two weeks when the judge halted proceedings, saying the State Attorney?s Office willfully withheld an interview with Dotson?s boyfriend, Joshua Manns, who is also charged in the case.
New Smyrna Beach reels from flooding after heavy rainfall
Parts of New Smyrna Beach remained flooded Tuesday after more than five inches of rain fell since Sunday night, damaging cars and sending water into homes, officials said.
White House Press Secretary Leavitt briefs: Sept. 9, 2025
President Donald Trump's White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt briefed the media at 1 p.m. on Tuesday. Leavitt touched upon a variety of topics during the press conference, including President Donald Trumps crackdown on crime, Los Angeles immigration raids and a controversial Jeffrey Epstein birthday book which allegedly includes a note from Trump.
Sen. Sanders, public health officials speak on vaccines
Sen. Bernie Sanders held a press conference on Tuesday morning to deliver remarks on why he believes vaccines work. Sanders was joined by public health experts and doctors to discuss vaccine safety and effectiveness. The event comes as U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues to push to reshape vaccine policy based on his long-held skepticism about their safety.
Madame Tussauds Orlando reveals new Selena Gomez figure
Madame Tussauds Orlando features features more than 90 wax figures of celebrities, historical figures and pop culture icons. Now, a new Selena Gomez wax figure is joining the museum. FOX 35's Marley Capper heads over to Icon Park to take a closer look at the work of art.
Man impersonated officer with siren, flashing lights: FHP
A man was arrested Sunday after a trooper with the Florida Highway Patrol said he used flashing lights and a siren to force drivers out of his way while speeding down Interstate 75 in Sumter County.
Florida attorney general, state attorney clash over deadly road rage case
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and State Attorney Monique Worrell are at odds over whether a woman accused in a fatal road rage shooting should face prosecution. Tina Algeo is charged with second-degree murder in the December 2024 shooting death of Michael Tzvetkoff. Her attorney, Mark O?Mara, argues she acted in self-defense and should be protected under Florida?s ?stand your ground? law.
Orlando woman fights off dog to save her terrier
A 70-year-old Orlando woman says she fought off a large dog with her cane, her hands ? and even her teeth ? to save her small terrier from a violent attack outside a grocery store.
Rains swamp New Smyrna Beach, flooding homes and businesses
Nearly 3? inches of rain drenched New Smyrna Beach in 24 hours, leaving homes and businesses flooded and city crews scrambling to pump water from streets. The flooding hit hard along Flagler Avenue and surrounding neighborhoods late Sunday, as stormwater spilled into shops and homes.
Port Orange residents call for action after flooding
Residents in Port Orange are calling on city and county leaders to address flooding after a Sunday night storm left homes surrounded by water and vehicles damaged.