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.
DeSantis awards $20K to 2026 Teacher of the Year finalists
Governor Ron DeSantis is scheduled to hold a news conference Thursday morning in Orlando.
Governor Ron DeSantis is scheduled to hold a news conference Thursday morning in Orlando.
1 person hospitalized after house fire in Orange County
One person was rushed to the hospital Wednesday night after being pulled unresponsive from a burning home in Orange County, officials said.
One person was rushed to the hospital Wednesday night after being pulled unresponsive from a burning home in Orange County, officials said.
'Queen of Versailles' appears with President Trump
President Donald Trump signed legislation Wednesday afternoon that aims to curb the illicit flow of fentanyl into the United States during a bill-signing ceremony. The "Halt Fentanyl Act" permanently places fentanyl-related substances as a class into schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. Florida's own Jackie Siegel, the Queen of Versailles, was one of the family members who spoke of their loved ones at the bill signing.
President Donald Trump signed legislation Wednesday afternoon that aims to curb the illicit flow of fentanyl into the United States during a bill-signing ceremony. The "Halt Fentanyl Act" permanently places fentanyl-related substances as a class into schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. Florida's own Jackie Siegel, the Queen of Versailles, was one of the family members who spoke of their loved ones at the bill signing.
Make-A-Wish Mexico trip reveal for local teen
The FOX 35 Care Force heads out to a local Make-A-Wish reveal party on Wednesday. Jeremy, known fondly as ?Tripp," is a brave young man who has been fighting a respiratory disease. As part of his wish, Tripp will embark on a thrilling adventure to Cabo, Mexico, for a sport fishing experience of a lifetime.
The FOX 35 Care Force heads out to a local Make-A-Wish reveal party on Wednesday. Jeremy, known fondly as ?Tripp," is a brave young man who has been fighting a respiratory disease. As part of his wish, Tripp will embark on a thrilling adventure to Cabo, Mexico, for a sport fishing experience of a lifetime.
Visiting 'This Old House' in Orlando
Why is everyone talking about 614 Lake Ave. in Orlando? Because it?s currently the oldest house for sale in the city. The Queen Anne Victorian was build in 1884 and is currently listed at $3.75 million. FOX 35's David Martin gives us a full tour.
Why is everyone talking about 614 Lake Ave. in Orlando? Because it?s currently the oldest house for sale in the city. The Queen Anne Victorian was build in 1884 and is currently listed at $3.75 million. FOX 35's David Martin gives us a full tour.
Orange County looks to exit immigration detention agreement with feds
Orange County officials signaled Tuesday they want to step away from immigration detention responsibilities and made it clear they will not use local correctional officers to transport undocumented immigrants to detention centers like the so-called “Alligator Alcatraz.”
Orange County officials signaled Tuesday they want to step away from immigration detention responsibilities and made it clear they will not use local correctional officers to transport undocumented immigrants to detention centers like the so-called “Alligator Alcatraz.”
South dominates survey of America's biggest boomtowns: See the list
LendingTree ranked 100 of largest metros in the United States.
LendingTree ranked 100 of largest metros in the United States.
Orlando police warn residents about fake AMBER Alert kit scam
The Orlando Police Department is warning residents about a scam involving individuals posing as representatives of the AMBER Alert Program in an attempt to collect personal information and gain access to homes.
The Orlando Police Department is warning residents about a scam involving individuals posing as representatives of the AMBER Alert Program in an attempt to collect personal information and gain access to homes.
Pulse Memorial update: New timeline on project released
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer hopes to have the city's Pulse Memorial built by summer 2027 -- a deadline two years away. On Monday, the Orlando City Commission approved a builder for the project. The Pulse Memorial is dedicated to the 49 people killed, 53 others hurt at the deadly shooting at Pulse Nightclub. Building a memorial has been years in the making, but was marred with funding and other issues with the onePulse foundation. That organization was eventually dissolved and the City of Orlando has since stepped in.
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer hopes to have the city's Pulse Memorial built by summer 2027 -- a deadline two years away. On Monday, the Orlando City Commission approved a builder for the project. The Pulse Memorial is dedicated to the 49 people killed, 53 others hurt at the deadly shooting at Pulse Nightclub. Building a memorial has been years in the making, but was marred with funding and other issues with the onePulse foundation. That organization was eventually dissolved and the City of Orlando has since stepped in.
Orlando weather: Tropical disturbance to bring heavy rain and flash flood risk to Central Florida
A tropical disturbance will bring widespread storms and 3–5 inches of rain to Central Florida early this week, raising the risk of flash flooding.
A tropical disturbance will bring widespread storms and 3–5 inches of rain to Central Florida early this week, raising the risk of flash flooding.
Body of missing man recovered from Lake Butler after boating incident
Rescue crews have recovered the body of a man who went missing Saturday after falling off a boat in Lake Butler, officials confirmed.
Rescue crews have recovered the body of a man who went missing Saturday after falling off a boat in Lake Butler, officials confirmed.
2 dogs killed, 1 person hurt in Orlando house fire, officials say
1 injured, 2 dogs dead in Polk Street house fire, officials say
1 injured, 2 dogs dead in Polk Street house fire, officials say
Rumors swirl of Elon Musk’s Boring Co. eyeing Orlando tunnel along I-Drive
Buzz is building along Orlando’s International Drive over speculation that billionaire Elon Musk’s Boring Company could bring a Las Vegas-style underground transportation system to the heart of the city’s tourist district.
Buzz is building along Orlando’s International Drive over speculation that billionaire Elon Musk’s Boring Company could bring a Las Vegas-style underground transportation system to the heart of the city’s tourist district.
Orlando police seek help locating 76-year-old man
Police said Edgal Tomas Jusino Lugo was last seen on July 5, leaving the Orlando Union Rescue Mission.
Police said Edgal Tomas Jusino Lugo was last seen on July 5, leaving the Orlando Union Rescue Mission.
Motorcyclist killed in crash on Holden Avenue in Orange County, troopers say
A motorcyclist is dead following a crash in Orange County on Thursday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A motorcyclist is dead following a crash in Orange County on Thursday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
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.
Deadly shooting in Holden Heights sparks debate over homeless encampment
A deadly shooting in Orange County is raising new concerns among residents about a growing homeless encampment in their neighborhood.
A deadly shooting in Orange County is raising new concerns among residents about a growing homeless encampment in their neighborhood.
City of Orlando giving out free sandbags for hurricane season: Here's when and where
With hurricane season in full swing, the City of Orlando is handing out free sandbags to help residents prepare before potential storm impacts.
With hurricane season in full swing, the City of Orlando is handing out free sandbags to help residents prepare before potential storm impacts.
21-year-old arrested for DUI after driving into tree, seriously injuring 2 in Orange County: Officials
A 21-year-old is facing DUI-related charges after she allegedly crashed into a tree on Thursday morning in Orange County, leaving two passengers seriously injured.
A 21-year-old is facing DUI-related charges after she allegedly crashed into a tree on Thursday morning in Orange County, leaving two passengers seriously injured.