Orlando firefighter faces cancer battle as colleagues rally to help

An Orlando firefighter and Coast Guard reservist is receiving support from his colleagues as he faces a serious health battle just weeks after becoming a father of four.

Florida vaccine mandates: Casey DeSantis, Lt. Gov. speak on MAHA in Orlando

Florida's First Lady Casey DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins spoke on the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative on Thursday afternoon in Orlando. The event came after Florida officials on Wednesday announced their plans to become the first state to end all vaccine mandates, including for schoolchildren.

National Wildlife Day with Gatorland in Orlando
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The Good Day Orlando team is celebrating National Wildlife Day with the help of the Gatorland team on Thursday. The day encourages people to learn about local and global animals, support conservation efforts through donations or volunteering, and promote understanding of wildlife's role in the environment.

Miss America Week in Orlando
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It's Miss America Week in Orlando, and 52 young women are here to compete for the crown. The new Miss America will be crowned during the finals on Sunday. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz introduces us to Miss Florida.

Mailbox explosion rattles Orange County neighborhood amid vandalism concerns

Orange County deputies are investigating after a mailbox exploded early Saturday morning in a Whisper Lakes neighborhood, sending debris into yards and vehicles and prompting concerns for resident safety.

H Mart opening first Florida location in Orlando: Here's when and where

H Mart is officially opening in Orlando, and the new location is set to be one of the company's largest yet. Here's everything we know about when and where the location is opening, as well as its offerings.

Jonas Brothers add 2nd Orlando show as part of 'Living The Dream' tour after high demand

After an incredibly high demand, the Jonas Brothers have added a second Orlando show to their "Living The Dream" tour. Here's everything we know about the tour, the Florida shows and how you can get your tickets.

Bracy Davis, Young win Orange County special elections in landslides

Democrats LaVon Bracy Davis and RaShon Young won their special elections in Orange County on Tuesday, for Senate District 15 and House District 40, respectively.

Missing Orange County students could mean huge decline in funding

Orange County Public Schools says about 7,000 students expected to return this fall have not shown up for class, more than double the number district leaders projected earlier this year.

Lydia Gardner Self Help Center celebrating 10 years
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The Lydia Gardner Self Help Center at the Orange County Courthouse is celebrating 10 years of service in the community. FOX 35's Marley Capper gives us a look back at what's changed since then.

These are the best cities for retirees in 2025, according to data

Transitioning to retirement after years of work requires a lot of planning, particularly finding a new place to call home, and these locales offer nice options for retirees.

Gov. DeSantis highlights results of SAFE program to fight fentanyl in Florida

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Lt. Gov. Jay Collins spoke on Tuesday morning in Orlando to highlight the State Assistance for Fentanyl Eradication (SAFE) program to fight fentanyl. The two leaders accentuated several recent SAFE-funded investigations that led to the dismantling of drug trafficking operations across the Sunshine State.

Voters head to polls for Orange County special election on Tuesday

A special election is taking place on Tuesday in Orange County for two vacant seats — House District 40 and Senate District 15. Here's everything we know about the race and how you can have your say at the polls.

Large police presence reported at Ivy Lane Homes in west Orlando

Orlando police are investigating at the Ivy Lane Homes community in west Orlando, where a heavy law enforcement presence has blocked off a residential street.

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.

Arrests at Pulse crosswalk spark free speech fight over chalk protests

The rainbow-colored crosswalk near the Pulse nightclub memorial has become the center of a protest — and multiple arrests — after demonstrators used chalk to leave messages on it.