Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings on Florida DOGE audit
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Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings talked with reporters about the state's allegations that his government and employees were not being fully cooperative with the Florida DOGE Team's audit. Demings told reporters that he believes the state's actions were politically motivated.

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.

FOX 35 Care Force: Honoring Orlando Police Department substance abuse victim advocate

The FOX 35 Care Force is honoring the work of an Orlando Police Department (OPD) substance abuse victim advocate who is making a difference in the lives of those struggling and their families.

Florida CFO issues investigative subpoenas against Orange County government, employees over DEI grants

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia alleged on Wednesday that some Orange County leaders and employees have not been fully cooperative with Florida's DOGE audit team, specifically surrounding grants and programs dealing with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

14 Orlando crosswalks and intersections ordered for removal by FDOT; lane closures expected

Orlando leaders have announced that 14 different areas will be closed across the city on Wednesday following the Florida Department of Transportation's (FDOT) order for removal of some enhanced crosswalk and intersection treatments.

School zone speed cameras to be added next school year
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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.

Visit Orlando CEO defends spending after county audit flags $20M in misclassified funds

Visit Orlando’s CEO defended the organization’s finances Tuesday after Orange County officials alleged the tourism agency misclassified roughly $20 million in funds over the past five years.

9th Central Florida 'Super Speeder' arrest made since law enacted July 1

A Florida man was arrested Monday after deputies say he was caught traveling 104 mph in a 40 mph zone near Disney Springs. This is the ninth arrest FOX 35 News has reported on since the “Super Speeder" law went into effect July 1.

343 Hero Challenge set for Sept. 6
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Orange County Fire Rescue joins Good Day Orlando to talk about its 343 Hero Challenge, which is set for Sept. 6. The event is a firefighter-themed charity fitness competition held in honor of the 343 firefighters who lost their lives on 9/11. Several members of the fire department show off their skills in front of the FOX 35 News station.

Halloween Horror Nights opens Friday in Orlando
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We just started school, so that means it?s time to focus on what really matters in Central Florida: Halloween! FOX 35's David Martin returns to Universal Orlando for their latest installment of Halloween Horror Nights, which opens Friday.

Visit Orlando to face questions after audit
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Visit Orlando will face commissioners' scrutiny at a meeting on Tuesday over spending public tourism dollars. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie shares the latest details on what's being discussed.

Pulse site back open after suspicious package incident
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The streets around the Pulse Nightclub and the Pulse memorial crosswalk were briefly closed and evacuated on Monday evening over a suspicious package that was delivered to the area, according to first responders. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz has the latest updates.

Orlando pool company faces lawsuits, complaints over claims of unfinished projects

Another Central Florida pool company is facing complaints from frustrated homeowners who say they paid thousands of dollars but were left with unfinished projects and mounting bills.

Questions raised over how much FDOT is spending to paint over crosswalks

A rainbow crosswalk outside the Pulse memorial has become the center of a tug-of-war between state officials and residents, with crews repainting the street black-and-white three times in less than a week and community members returning to color it in chalk.

Pulse Orlando crosswalk: 'Pulse Memorial' package prompts evacuation near Pulse Nightclub site

The streets around the Pulse Nightclub and the Pulse memorial crosswalk were briefly closed and evacuated on Monday evening over a suspicious package that was delivered to the area, according to first responders.

Orange County deputy mistakenly shot man who called 911 to report a home break-in, agency says

An Orange County Sheriff's Office deputy has been placed on paid administrative leave after mistakenly shooting a man who called 911 to report that people were attempting to break into his home, the sheriff's office said.

Rubber duck hunt to win free theatre tickets
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A rubber duck hunt is currently taking place all across Orlando. Orlando Family Stage is turning 100 this year, and they?ve unleashed 3,000 purple rubber ducks across Central Florida to celebrate. FOX 35'[s Amanda Ruiz gives us a look at the hunt, and, more importantly, the prizes!