Epic Universe death: State inspectors, Universal claim Stardust Racers ran normally before rider's death
Inspectors and investigators with the state of Florida and Universal said Monday that its preliminary investigation and findings have revealed that Stardust Racers, the dual-launch coaster at Epic Universe, ran normally, despite a rider becoming unresponsive and later dying at the hospital.
Inspectors and investigators with the state of Florida and Universal said Monday that its preliminary investigation and findings have revealed that Stardust Racers, the dual-launch coaster at Epic Universe, ran normally, despite a rider becoming unresponsive and later dying at the hospital.
Man arrested in Apopka after shooting 4-year-old boy in the chest, deputies say
A 28-year-old man has been arrested after he allegedly shot his girlfriend's 4-year-old son in the chest while fighting with the boy's father last month in Apopka.
A 28-year-old man has been arrested after he allegedly shot his girlfriend's 4-year-old son in the chest while fighting with the boy's father last month in Apopka.
Showcasing Hispanic & Latin American artists in Orlando
Hispanic Heritage Month is well underway and runs through Oct. 15. The Orlando Museum of Art has just selected its first two artists for a very special exhibition. FOX 35's Marley Capper shares more details about the exhibition with us.
Hispanic Heritage Month is well underway and runs through Oct. 15. The Orlando Museum of Art has just selected its first two artists for a very special exhibition. FOX 35's Marley Capper shares more details about the exhibition with us.
Charlie Kirk death: Florida AG launches new tool to 'combat violent extremism' following assassination
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier held a press conference on Monday morning in Orlando to announce a new portal tool through his office to report anything believed to be a call for violence. This is one of several ways Uthmeier says he plans to “combat violent extremism."
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier held a press conference on Monday morning in Orlando to announce a new portal tool through his office to report anything believed to be a call for violence. This is one of several ways Uthmeier says he plans to “combat violent extremism."
Epic Universe death: Tyre Sampson attorney weighs in
A 32-year-old man died last week after becoming unresponsive after riding the Stardust Racers dueling coaster at Epic Universe in Orlando. FOX 35 News Anchor Ryan Elijah speaks with Michael Haggard, the lawyer representing Tyre Sampson's family, more about the death investigation. Tyre is the 14-year-old boy who died riding the Orlando Free Fall ride at Icon Park.
A 32-year-old man died last week after becoming unresponsive after riding the Stardust Racers dueling coaster at Epic Universe in Orlando. FOX 35 News Anchor Ryan Elijah speaks with Michael Haggard, the lawyer representing Tyre Sampson's family, more about the death investigation. Tyre is the 14-year-old boy who died riding the Orlando Free Fall ride at Icon Park.
Camping World Stadium information session
Locals can learn more about the Camping World Stadium redevelopment project at a meeting Monday night at The Varsity Club. The next phase of the stadium renovation will increase capacity, enhance accessibility, upgrade and add premium spaces and more.
Locals can learn more about the Camping World Stadium redevelopment project at a meeting Monday night at The Varsity Club. The next phase of the stadium renovation will increase capacity, enhance accessibility, upgrade and add premium spaces and more.
Adding more red light cameras to Orlando
The Orlando City Council will meet on Monday to discuss the possibility of adding more red light cameras. Leaders will look to add cameras to about four dozen intersections.
The Orlando City Council will meet on Monday to discuss the possibility of adding more red light cameras. Leaders will look to add cameras to about four dozen intersections.
Renaissance Theatre Company condemned, ordered to vacate
Fire safety concerns have forced the Renaissance Theatre Company in Orlando to shut down a lease temporarily. The City of Orlando placed neon green signs on the establishment's doors Friday, with a notice to vacate the property. The theatre company says they've never received any major negative feedback during their inspections in the past.
Fire safety concerns have forced the Renaissance Theatre Company in Orlando to shut down a lease temporarily. The City of Orlando placed neon green signs on the establishment's doors Friday, with a notice to vacate the property. The theatre company says they've never received any major negative feedback during their inspections in the past.
Arrest made in Orange County shooting of 4-year-old boy
A man accused of shooting a 4-year-old boy last month in Apopka has now been arrested. Rey Campos, a convicted felon, is the boyfriend of the boy's mother. The boy is expected to survive.
A man accused of shooting a 4-year-old boy last month in Apopka has now been arrested. Rey Campos, a convicted felon, is the boyfriend of the boy's mother. The boy is expected to survive.
Universal president issues letter after guest's death
A letter was sent out to employees from the Universal Orlando president following the death of a guest last week after riding an Epic Universe ride. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz tells us more about what the letter said.
A letter was sent out to employees from the Universal Orlando president following the death of a guest last week after riding an Epic Universe ride. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz tells us more about what the letter said.
Universal Orlando President: Stardust Racers at Epic Universe was in tact, 'functioned as intended'
The President and COO of Universal Orlando has issued a letter to team members following the death of a 32-year-old man after riding the Stardust dueling roller coaster at Universal's Epic Universe theme park.
The President and COO of Universal Orlando has issued a letter to team members following the death of a 32-year-old man after riding the Stardust dueling roller coaster at Universal's Epic Universe theme park.
Incident report, dispatch audio released in Epic Universe rider's death
New details were released Friday regarding the death of a 32-year-old man after he rode the Stardust Racers dueling roller coaster at Universal's Epic Universe theme park. The Orange County Sheriff's Office released a partially-redacted incident report, as well as two brief audio files of conversations between first responders and dispatch.
New details were released Friday regarding the death of a 32-year-old man after he rode the Stardust Racers dueling roller coaster at Universal's Epic Universe theme park. The Orange County Sheriff's Office released a partially-redacted incident report, as well as two brief audio files of conversations between first responders and dispatch.
Trooper injured after crash on Florida's Turnpike: FHP
The crash happened just before 5:30 p.m. in the northbound lanes of the Turnpike near mm 250 in Orlando, according to officials.
The crash happened just before 5:30 p.m. in the northbound lanes of the Turnpike near mm 250 in Orlando, according to officials.
Mecatos Bakery & Cafe owner on finding success, expanding, and Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's support
Hispanic Heritage Month runs Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. Florida has the third-largest Hispanic population in the U.S. According to a new study by WalletHub, Florida is the best state for Hispanic entrepreneurs – with 7 cities ranked in the top 10.
Hispanic Heritage Month runs Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. Florida has the third-largest Hispanic population in the U.S. According to a new study by WalletHub, Florida is the best state for Hispanic entrepreneurs – with 7 cities ranked in the top 10.
Orlando police investigating after reports of shooting in Baldwin Park
The Orlando Police Department (OPD) is currently investigating reports of a shooting that took place Friday morning in Baldwin Park.
The Orlando Police Department (OPD) is currently investigating reports of a shooting that took place Friday morning in Baldwin Park.
What is Stardust Racers? Epic Universe guest dies after riding dual-launch coaster
A man at Universal Orlando's Epic Universe theme park died on Wednesday after riding one of the theme park's roller coasters: Stardust Racers.
A man at Universal Orlando's Epic Universe theme park died on Wednesday after riding one of the theme park's roller coasters: Stardust Racers.
Epic Universe guest becomes unresponsive, dies after riding Stardust Racers: Universal
A guest visiting Universal's Epic Universe in Florida became unresponsive after riding one of its roller coasters and later died at the hospital, a spokesperson for the theme park said.
A guest visiting Universal's Epic Universe in Florida became unresponsive after riding one of its roller coasters and later died at the hospital, a spokesperson for the theme park said.
Morgan & Morgan suing Disney to use 'Steamboat Willie' in advertisements
A legal battle in Florida is pitting a prominent personal injury law firm against an entertainment giant.
A legal battle in Florida is pitting a prominent personal injury law firm against an entertainment giant.
Morgan & Morgan sues Disney to use 'Steamboat Willie'
Morgan & Morgan has filed a lawsuit against Disney in an effort to get a ruling that would allow the law firm to use "Steamboat Willie" in advertisements. The law firm says the United States copyright expired last year for "Steamboat Willie."
Morgan & Morgan has filed a lawsuit against Disney in an effort to get a ruling that would allow the law firm to use "Steamboat Willie" in advertisements. The law firm says the United States copyright expired last year for "Steamboat Willie."
20-year-old bicyclist killed by 18-year-old driver in Orange County, FHP says
A 20-year-old bicyclist was hit and killed by an 18-year-old driver on Wednesday night in Orange County, troopers say.
A 20-year-old bicyclist was hit and killed by an 18-year-old driver on Wednesday night in Orange County, troopers say.