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.
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.
Orange County school officials estimate enrollment drop of nearly 7,000 students
Thousands of students have not returned to Orange County Public Schools this year, and the district faces millions of dollars in lost funding as enrollment declines.
Thousands of students have not returned to Orange County Public Schools this year, and the district faces millions of dollars in lost funding as enrollment declines.
Soothing or maddening? Winter Park adopts new Pickleball rules to address noise complaints
Like the sound of tennis, some people find the sound of players batting a pickleball back and forth – pop, pop, pop – to be soothing, while others may find it maddening. That has led the City of Winter Park to adopt new rules on pickleball courts to help alleviate noise complaints from those who live close to them.
Like the sound of tennis, some people find the sound of players batting a pickleball back and forth – pop, pop, pop – to be soothing, while others may find it maddening. That has led the City of Winter Park to adopt new rules on pickleball courts to help alleviate noise complaints from those who live close to them.
Troopers arrest more protesters at Pulse crosswalk site amid ongoing standoff
Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol placed multiple people in hand restraints Sunday at the Pulse Memorial rainbow crosswalk, where tensions between residents and the state over decorative crosswalks have reached a boiling point.
Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol placed multiple people in hand restraints Sunday at the Pulse Memorial rainbow crosswalk, where tensions between residents and the state over decorative crosswalks have reached a boiling point.
Orlando firefighters ready for water rescues
For the first time, we are seeing how the Orlando Fire Department trains for underwater rescues. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns walks us through the life-saving training in a FOX 35 Exclusive.
For the first time, we are seeing how the Orlando Fire Department trains for underwater rescues. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns walks us through the life-saving training in a FOX 35 Exclusive.
Man arrested at Pulse site by FHP troopers during rainbow crosswalk protest released from jail
The 28-year-old man who was arrested on Friday night at the Pulse nightclub crosswalk has now been released from jail. He returned to the crosswalk site on Saturday afternoon, where he was greeted with cheers of appreciation and gratitude.
The 28-year-old man who was arrested on Friday night at the Pulse nightclub crosswalk has now been released from jail. He returned to the crosswalk site on Saturday afternoon, where he was greeted with cheers of appreciation and gratitude.
Man arrested after killing swan near Lake Eola, police say
A man was arrested on Friday after police say he killed a swan near Lake Eola, where the birds are considered a downtown Orlando landmark.
A man was arrested on Friday after police say he killed a swan near Lake Eola, where the birds are considered a downtown Orlando landmark.
Man sentenced to life in shooting death of former Orlando Magic player
A Florida judge sentenced Lawrence Dority to life in prison in the 2022 shooting death of former Orlando Magic player Adreian Payne.
A Florida judge sentenced Lawrence Dority to life in prison in the 2022 shooting death of former Orlando Magic player Adreian Payne.
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.
UCF student arrested after allegedly recording up woman's skirt at school's library
A University of Central Florida (UCF) student has been arrested after officials say he was caught recording up a woman's skirt in the school's library. When confronted by a witness, the man allegedly said taking videos was "his job."
A University of Central Florida (UCF) student has been arrested after officials say he was caught recording up a woman's skirt in the school's library. When confronted by a witness, the man allegedly said taking videos was "his job."
Florida CFO issues 16 investigative subpoenas to Orange County employees: Read it
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia has issued investigative subpoenas to at least 16 Orange County employees, including Orange County Attorney Jeff Newton, related to questions and concerns stemming from an audit by the Florida DOGE team, a spokesperson for Orange County Government confirmed to FOX 35.
Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia has issued investigative subpoenas to at least 16 Orange County employees, including Orange County Attorney Jeff Newton, related to questions and concerns stemming from an audit by the Florida DOGE team, a spokesperson for Orange County Government confirmed to FOX 35.
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.
FOX 35 Care Force: West Orange HS head athletic trainer
The FOX 35 Care Force is recognizing West Orange High School Head Athletic Trainer Matt Laws. The school said Laws is dedicated to the profession, treats the athletes with the utmost care and attention, and is a model employee for how a professional should act in all situations. FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the school to share more about Laws' impact on the community.
The FOX 35 Care Force is recognizing West Orange High School Head Athletic Trainer Matt Laws. The school said Laws is dedicated to the profession, treats the athletes with the utmost care and attention, and is a model employee for how a professional should act in all situations. FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the school to share more about Laws' impact on the community.
New warning signs posted near Pulse in Downtown Orlando amidst ongoing crosswalk controversy
New warning signs have now been placed near the Pulse crosswalk site as the ongoing controversy over crosswalks across Florida and beyond continues.
New warning signs have now been placed near the Pulse crosswalk site as the ongoing controversy over crosswalks across Florida and beyond continues.
Millions expected to travel for Labor Day weekend
Labor Day weekend is now here, and millions of travelers are preparing for their last getaway of the summer season. Millions are expected to travel over the weekend, setting trave records across the country. FOX 35's Matt Trezza gives us a look at what to expect in Orlando.
Labor Day weekend is now here, and millions of travelers are preparing for their last getaway of the summer season. Millions are expected to travel over the weekend, setting trave records across the country. FOX 35's Matt Trezza gives us a look at what to expect in Orlando.
New signs posted near crosswalk by Pulse site
New signs are now up around the crosswalk in front of Pulse Nightclub. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) first painted over the rainbow crosswalk last week. Although protestors attempted to color it back in again, the paint and chalk was removed several different times. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie shows us what the scene looks like now.
New signs are now up around the crosswalk in front of Pulse Nightclub. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) first painted over the rainbow crosswalk last week. Although protestors attempted to color it back in again, the paint and chalk was removed several different times. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie shows us what the scene looks like now.
Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights kicks off on Friday
Universal Orlando is kicking off its spooky season with the return of Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) on Friday. Here's everything you need to know about this year's event, how to get tickets and what's new at the theme park.
Universal Orlando is kicking off its spooky season with the return of Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) on Friday. Here's everything you need to know about this year's event, how to get tickets and what's new at the theme park.
‘The Beak and Barrel’ opens at Disney; reservations for new 'immersive' themed tavern sold out for months
The Beak and Barrel at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom opens on Friday, and getting a reservation at the eagerly-anticipated new tavern is already proving difficult.
The Beak and Barrel at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom opens on Friday, and getting a reservation at the eagerly-anticipated new tavern is already proving difficult.
OCPS estimate enrollment numbers lower than expected
Orange County Public Schools said it's seeing a larger drop in student enrollment, based on its initial estimates. OCSO expected about 3,000 fewer students this year. Now that school is in session, OCSO said the number is closer to 6,000, which could result in a $25M funding drop.
Orange County Public Schools said it's seeing a larger drop in student enrollment, based on its initial estimates. OCSO expected about 3,000 fewer students this year. Now that school is in session, OCSO said the number is closer to 6,000, which could result in a $25M funding drop.
Man, woman found dead at Orange County home: OCSO
A man and woman in their 40s were found dead inside a home on Courtney Chase Circle in Orange County. The Orange County Sheriff's Office said both have obvious signs of trauma. OCSO added that the investigation was active.
A man and woman in their 40s were found dead inside a home on Courtney Chase Circle in Orange County. The Orange County Sheriff's Office said both have obvious signs of trauma. OCSO added that the investigation was active.