OCPS substitute teacher under investigation after threats
An Orange County substitute teacher is banned from OCPS property after making "concerning comments" using "threatening words" to students, authorities said. It happened last Friday at Piedmont Lakes Middle School near Apopka. Sheriff's deputies say no crime was committed.
An Orange County substitute teacher is banned from OCPS property after making "concerning comments" using "threatening words" to students, authorities said. It happened last Friday at Piedmont Lakes Middle School near Apopka. Sheriff's deputies say no crime was committed.
Mural at center of alleged plagiarism dispute removed in Apopka
A mural at the center of a plagiarism dispute in downtown Apopka has been removed, leaving a plain white wall in its place.
A mural at the center of a plagiarism dispute in downtown Apopka has been removed, leaving a plain white wall in its place.
Cocoa teen missing for 17 months was human trafficking victim, U.S. Marshals say
U.S. Marshals have found a teenage girl missing for nearly 17 months, authorities announced Friday.
U.S. Marshals have found a teenage girl missing for nearly 17 months, authorities announced Friday.
FOX 35 Care Force: Wekiva High School SRO
The FOX 35 Care Force is saluting Wekiva High School Student Resource Officer George Spearman. From a freshman at Evans High School to a dedicated school resource officer, Spearman's path is a testament to the power of positive influence and the unexpected turns life can take. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz introduces us to Spearman and what makes him special.
The FOX 35 Care Force is saluting Wekiva High School Student Resource Officer George Spearman. From a freshman at Evans High School to a dedicated school resource officer, Spearman's path is a testament to the power of positive influence and the unexpected turns life can take. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz introduces us to Spearman and what makes him special.
Apopka mural sparks plagiarism allegation dispute
A new mural in downtown Apopka has drawn accusations of plagiarism after an artist from Iowa claimed the design closely resembled her earlier work.
A new mural in downtown Apopka has drawn accusations of plagiarism after an artist from Iowa claimed the design closely resembled her earlier work.
School zone speed cameras to be added next school year
Orange County Public Schools will install speed zone cameras starting in September 2026, months after neighboring Brevard County scrapped its program. The plan, approved under a new county ordinance, will begin with a limited rollout and expand to 16 additional school zones the following year. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie fills us in on all the latest details.
Orange County Public Schools will install speed zone cameras starting in September 2026, months after neighboring Brevard County scrapped its program. The plan, approved under a new county ordinance, will begin with a limited rollout and expand to 16 additional school zones the following year. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie fills us in on all the latest details.
Apopka man fights off bear attack as Florida readies first hunt in decade
A Central Florida man says he fought off a black bear outside his mother-in-law’s home in Apopka after the animal charged and bit him last week. What We Know
A Central Florida man says he fought off a black bear outside his mother-in-law’s home in Apopka after the animal charged and bit him last week. What We Know
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.
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.
Apopka man accused of firing gun at neighbors during dispute, police say
A man was arrested after police said he fired several gunshots toward his neighbors during a dispute on East Myrtle Street in Apopka.
A man was arrested after police said he fired several gunshots toward his neighbors during a dispute on East Myrtle Street in Apopka.
2 arrested after targeted Apopka arson attack by relative, police say
Two people have been arrested following a targeted arson attack by a relative on Monday night in Apopka, police say.
Two people have been arrested following a targeted arson attack by a relative on Monday night in Apopka, police say.
2 charged with arson, fleeing police in Apopka
Two arrests have been made after a woman caught two people setting fire to items on her back porch on Monday night. Apopka police say both suspects are being charged with attempted homicide, arson, and fleeing and eluding.
Two arrests have been made after a woman caught two people setting fire to items on her back porch on Monday night. Apopka police say both suspects are being charged with attempted homicide, arson, and fleeing and eluding.
Apopka opens long-awaited Fire Station 6 to meet growth expectations
After eight years in temporary quarters, Apopka firefighters have a permanent home with the opening of Fire Station 6.
After eight years in temporary quarters, Apopka firefighters have a permanent home with the opening of Fire Station 6.
New fire station opens in Apopka
A new fire station, Fire Station 6, opened on Friday in Apopka. The new station is located at 1625 Harmon Road. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie heads over to the station for its ribbon-cutting ceremony, which included speeches from community leaders and the Apopka Fire Department, station tours, and family-friendly activities.
A new fire station, Fire Station 6, opened on Friday in Apopka. The new station is located at 1625 Harmon Road. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie heads over to the station for its ribbon-cutting ceremony, which included speeches from community leaders and the Apopka Fire Department, station tours, and family-friendly activities.
Neglected cemetery outside Apopka gets cleanup, but future remains uncertain
A long-neglected cemetery on the outskirts of Apopka is once again getting some much-needed maintenance, thanks in large part to the efforts of a local history enthusiast. But questions remain over who is ultimately responsible for its care — and what happens next.
A long-neglected cemetery on the outskirts of Apopka is once again getting some much-needed maintenance, thanks in large part to the efforts of a local history enthusiast. But questions remain over who is ultimately responsible for its care — and what happens next.
High water bill in Apopka? Here's what's going on
Some Apopka residents say their water bills have surged — by as much as 150% — prompting complaints and confusion over what they actually owe. City officials acknowledge the issue, attributing many of the discrepancies to estimated billing.
Some Apopka residents say their water bills have surged — by as much as 150% — prompting complaints and confusion over what they actually owe. City officials acknowledge the issue, attributing many of the discrepancies to estimated billing.
Are Apopka city council notes being changed? One commissioner alleges they are
There is a battle of words happening within the Apopka City Council over the words that summarize their meetings.
There is a battle of words happening within the Apopka City Council over the words that summarize their meetings.
Flooding fixes in Apopka discussed at meeting
Heavy downpours have caused big flooding problems for a neighborhood in Apopka. The city has implemented several temporary fixes in an effort to prevent the water from rising too high. FOX 35's Marley Capper explains more on the city's decision to keep the short-term solution for a little while longer.
Heavy downpours have caused big flooding problems for a neighborhood in Apopka. The city has implemented several temporary fixes in an effort to prevent the water from rising too high. FOX 35's Marley Capper explains more on the city's decision to keep the short-term solution for a little while longer.
Apopka Pop Warner shooting: Florida mom avoids jail after 11-year-old son allegedly grabbed her gun, shot 2
A Florida mom pleaded no contest Friday to culpable negligence after she left a loaded gun in an unsecured box in her car, which her 11-year-old son grabbed and allegedly fired, shooting two children at a football practice.
A Florida mom pleaded no contest Friday to culpable negligence after she left a loaded gun in an unsecured box in her car, which her 11-year-old son grabbed and allegedly fired, shooting two children at a football practice.
'Boom! Boom!': Apopka mom, daughter home when lightning hits tree, sparks house fire
A Florida family had to escape their home after it caught fire from a suspected lightning strike on Thursday in Orange County, Florida.
A Florida family had to escape their home after it caught fire from a suspected lightning strike on Thursday in Orange County, Florida.
'Boom, boom!' | Lightning hits tree, sparks house fire
Lightning is believed to have sparked at least two house fires in Apopka, Florida. Strong showers and thunderstorms moved through the area on Thursday. FOX 35's Marie Edinger talked with both families about what they heard, saw, and felt.
Lightning is believed to have sparked at least two house fires in Apopka, Florida. Strong showers and thunderstorms moved through the area on Thursday. FOX 35's Marie Edinger talked with both families about what they heard, saw, and felt.