Florida man attacked with axe in targeted robbery: ‘Absolutely terrifying’
Police say an Orlando couple used Instagram and lingerie to lure a man into a violent ambush involving an axe and a firearm. Nicholas Lavallee and Anne Aksell now face multiple felony charges.
Police say an Orlando couple used Instagram and lingerie to lure a man into a violent ambush involving an axe and a firearm. Nicholas Lavallee and Anne Aksell now face multiple felony charges.
Swimmers brave cold at Lake Cane
More than a dozen swimmers brave the cold Thursday morning at Lake Cane in Orlando. Orlando saw near freezing temperatures over the new year holiday. Dr. Lucky Meisenheimer started the tradition years ago allowing active swimmers to start their day by getting a workout no matter the temps.
More than a dozen swimmers brave the cold Thursday morning at Lake Cane in Orlando. Orlando saw near freezing temperatures over the new year holiday. Dr. Lucky Meisenheimer started the tradition years ago allowing active swimmers to start their day by getting a workout no matter the temps.
Orlando 2026: Leaders talk development, growth, theme parks
Orlando and Central Florida saw a lot of growth and development in 2025 -- and there is more planned for 2026. From road expansions to the Pulse Memorial to new lands, rides, and experiences at the theme parks, FOX 35's John Brown talks to local leaders and the experts about what's ahead for Orlando in 2026.
Orlando and Central Florida saw a lot of growth and development in 2025 -- and there is more planned for 2026. From road expansions to the Pulse Memorial to new lands, rides, and experiences at the theme parks, FOX 35's John Brown talks to local leaders and the experts about what's ahead for Orlando in 2026.
Universal's Jurassic Park River Adventure closing for nearly year-long refurbishment
The Islands of Adventure water ride will be closed for 10 months for refurbishment.
The Islands of Adventure water ride will be closed for 10 months for refurbishment.
New Year's babies: First babies born at Florida hospitals
It's special to have a baby any day, but it’s extra special to have it on New Year's.
It's special to have a baby any day, but it’s extra special to have it on New Year's.
Missing 76-year-old Apopka man found safe, police say
Carlos Zigrovic, 76, was found safe on Thursday after going missing on New Year's Eve.
Carlos Zigrovic, 76, was found safe on Thursday after going missing on New Year's Eve.
Cold temperatures greet New Year’s Eve revelers at Orlando’s Thornton Park
Central Florida is experiencing its coldest New Year’s Eve in more than two decades, but the chilly temperatures are not deterring crowds from celebrating outdoors.
Central Florida is experiencing its coldest New Year’s Eve in more than two decades, but the chilly temperatures are not deterring crowds from celebrating outdoors.
Cold snap sends endangered sea turtles to Central Florida for treatment
More than a dozen critically endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtles are being treated in Central Florida after a cold snap stunned them along the New England coast.
More than a dozen critically endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtles are being treated in Central Florida after a cold snap stunned them along the New England coast.
Texas beats Michigan 41-27 in Citrus Bowl as Arch Manning dominates
Arch Manning led Texas to a big Citrus Bowl win, showcasing both his passing and rushing abilities. Michigan struggled to respond amid recent coaching changes and disciplinary turmoil.
Arch Manning led Texas to a big Citrus Bowl win, showcasing both his passing and rushing abilities. Michigan struggled to respond amid recent coaching changes and disciplinary turmoil.
Central Florida development seen accelerating into 2026
Development dominated Central Florida headlines in 2025, and industry watchers say the pace is likely to accelerate rather than slow in the year ahead.
Development dominated Central Florida headlines in 2025, and industry watchers say the pace is likely to accelerate rather than slow in the year ahead.
Adult, baby hospitalized after New Year’s Eve Orange County apartment fire, officials say
Two people – an adult and a baby – were transported to the hospital after an apartment fire took place in Orange County, Wednesday afternoon.
Two people – an adult and a baby – were transported to the hospital after an apartment fire took place in Orange County, Wednesday afternoon.
4 Central Florida teens die in 4 separate shootings this Christmas: Who are they, what we know
Four teenagers – three in Orange County and one in Volusia County – died in the span of five days, from Dec. 24 to Dec. 28. These teens – three boys and one girl, ages 13 to 17, were shot and killed.
Four teenagers – three in Orange County and one in Volusia County – died in the span of five days, from Dec. 24 to Dec. 28. These teens – three boys and one girl, ages 13 to 17, were shot and killed.
Disney Cast Member hurt after boulder prop rolls off track towards audience at Indiana Jones stunt show
The cast member stepped in front of the boulder to prevent it from rolling into the audience.
The cast member stepped in front of the boulder to prevent it from rolling into the audience.
New Year's grocery store hours: What's open and closed?
Are the grocery stores open on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day? Here are the hours for Publix, Walmart, Target, Aldi, Trader Joe's, Sprouts, Whole Foods, Costco, Sam's Club, and BJ's Wholesale Club
Are the grocery stores open on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day? Here are the hours for Publix, Walmart, Target, Aldi, Trader Joe's, Sprouts, Whole Foods, Costco, Sam's Club, and BJ's Wholesale Club
Michigan, Texas meet in Cheez-It Citrus Bowl amid coaching change, transition
Michigan faces Texas in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl while adjusting to a head coaching change.
Michigan faces Texas in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl while adjusting to a head coaching change.
Grocery store hours: What's open on New Year's Eve, New Year's Day?
Whether you need a last-minute appetizer or dessert for that New Year's party or simply need to run to the grocery store, here is a quick list of the stores that will be open on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Whether you need a last-minute appetizer or dessert for that New Year's party or simply need to run to the grocery store, here is a quick list of the stores that will be open on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Central Florida water parks close as arctic blast hits the area
Both Disney World and Universal Orlando are closing their water parks for a few days due to “inclement weather."
Both Disney World and Universal Orlando are closing their water parks for a few days due to “inclement weather."
Teen killed on Christmas Day in Pine Hills shooting described as bubbly, outgoing
A 13-year-old girl who was counting down the days until she could try out for her high school cheerleading team was killed on Christmas Day in Pine Hills, authorities said.
A 13-year-old girl who was counting down the days until she could try out for her high school cheerleading team was killed on Christmas Day in Pine Hills, authorities said.
Dr. Phillips High School football player among 4 teens killed in separate shootings
Four teenagers have been shot and killed across Central Florida in less than a week since Christmas Eve, authorities said, marking a deadly holiday period for the region.
Four teenagers have been shot and killed across Central Florida in less than a week since Christmas Eve, authorities said, marking a deadly holiday period for the region.
Central Florida cold weather shelters activated as Arctic blast approaches
With colder temperatures expected across Central and North Florida, counties are activating cold weather and warming shelters to protect residents who lack adequate heat or housing.
With colder temperatures expected across Central and North Florida, counties are activating cold weather and warming shelters to protect residents who lack adequate heat or housing.