Cristo Rey Orlando hosts student Draft Day
Cristo Rey Orlando High School hosted its annual Draft Day at Steinmetz Hall, where students learned which local companies selected them for professional work-study roles. FOX 35?s Marley Capper checked out the sports-themed event, which celebrated the partnership of 30 Orlando businesses providing under-resourced students with real-world experience to support their education.
Seminole County couple charged in deadly hit-and-run
A Seminole County husband and wife have been charged in a deadly hit-and-run. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie learned that the couple are accused of hitting a man riding a bicycle Saturday night in Fern Park.
Pulse Memorial crosswalk painted over by state overnight, Orlando mayor says
The rainbow crosswalk outside the former Pulse nightclub — painted in 2017 to honor the 49 victims of the mass shooting and symbolize LGBTQ pride — was covered with black paint overnight, igniting outrage from city leaders, survivors and community members.
Melbourne to enforce 3-hour downtown parking limits
The City of Melbourne is stepping up enforcement of downtown parking limits in an effort to address a long-standing shortage of available spaces. Officials said the three-hour time limit has been in place for years, but inconsistent enforcement has allowed drivers to occupy the same spots for much of the day.
Florida firefighters rescue 'puppy' only to find it?s a fox
Firefighters in Flagler Beach got a surprise during what they thought was a routine rescue. The Flagler Beach Fire Department responded to a call about a ?puppy? trapped about 30 feet down in a drain pipe. Using thermal imaging cameras, specialized confined-space equipment, and even pet oxygen masks, firefighters carefully extracted the animal.
Orlando launches bus-based shelters to combat homelessness
The City of Orlando has launched a new initiative to address the local housing crisis by converting two buses into emergency shelters. The 45-foot buses, retrofitted with 42 beds, bathrooms, storage, and private security, aim to provide a safe place for people experiencing homelessness. City officials said the program will also offer wraparound services to help guests access permanent housing.
Florida engineers develop autonomous boarding bridge to speed up flights
A Central Florida company has developed new technology that could help airline passengers get off their flights faster. Engineers in Sanford created a fully autonomous passenger boarding bridge, now in use at eight gates at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in partnership with Delta Air Lines.
Judge allows sheriff’s wife to remove ankle monitor over costs
A judge ruled Tuesday that Robin Lopez, the wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, will no longer be required to wear an ankle monitor after she argued she could not afford the daily fee.
Man accused of trail assault ordered held without bond in Seminole County
A 20-year-old man accused of raping a woman along the Seminole Wekiva Trail earlier this week will remain in jail without bond, a Seminole County judge ruled Wednesday.
Woman screams at, attacks Orlando airport staff in wild outburst
Video shared online shows a woman appearing to have an angry ? and at times, violent ? meltdown in the middle of the Southwest Concourse at Orlando International Airport. The video appears to show the woman yelling in the direction of Southwest employees, following one of them, and repeatedly hitting computers at the gate agent kiosks, one of which was pushed to the ground.
Woman said rogue driver crashed into her car
Shacarra Pouncy was stopped at a red light when she said Dugblis Rojas Jimenez?s white Volkswagen slammed into her vehicle before speeding away. On the hood of Jimenez?s car was her husband.
Florida woman accused of running over husband
Cocoa police are accusing a woman of trying to murder her husband when she drove recklessly as he hung on to the hood of the car
4-year-old wounded in Apopka shooting, deputies say
A 4-year-old child was shot and wounded Tuesday evening after being caught in the crossfire of a shooting in an Apopka neighborhood, according to the Orange County Sheriff?s Office.
DeSantis, Uthmeier request extra U.S. House seat
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hosted a press conference on Wednesday afternoon in Lake Worth. The two leaders announced that they have each drafted a letter to the Trump administration requesting the consideration of granting Florida an additional seat in the U.S. House. The lawmakers are seeking a potential mid-decade redistricting to create this extra seat, which would likely be filled by a Republican.
4-year-old wounded in Apopka shooting, deputies say
A 4-year-old child was shot and wounded Tuesday evening after being caught in the crossfire of a shooting in an Apopka neighborhood, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
Woman screams at, attacks Orlando airport staff
A woman was recorded lashing out at Orlando International Airport (MCO) staff as she was unable to board a Southwest Airlines flight on Thursday, Aug. 14. The footage was recorded by Peyton Turbeville.
20-year-old arrested for alleged sexual assault
A 20-year-old man has been arrested after deputies say he attacked and sexually assaulted a woman Monday on the Seminole Wekiva Trail. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz has the latest updates in the case.
Volusia County considers allowing horseback riding on select beaches
Volusia County beaches could soon welcome horseback riders under a proposal county leaders agreed to further explore this week.
No charges filed after a mobile home in Lake County was destroyed
A mobile home in Lake County remains in ruins nearly a month after it was reportedly destroyed by heavy machinery, frustrating neighbors who say the property has been left exposed to the elements.
Giovanni Pelletier's death: Update on man's last moments
The Manatee County Sheriff's Office has new details regarding the death of Giovanni Pelletier.