Kissimmee leaders consider alcohol sale changes
Today, The Kissimmee City Council is expected to vote to decide whether to limit the hours for alcohol sales downtown. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie says leaders are considering the changes due to rowdiness in local establishments during late night hours.
Today, The Kissimmee City Council is expected to vote to decide whether to limit the hours for alcohol sales downtown. FOX 35's Amanda McKenzie says leaders are considering the changes due to rowdiness in local establishments during late night hours.
Kissimmee Prairie Preservation State Park
It?s time to trade city lights for starry nights! FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the 54,000 acre Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park to experience something most people have never tried: a new moon night at a designated International Dark Sky Zone. Astronomers, campers and adventurers flock to this part of the Sunshine State to experience the jaw-dropping celestial beauty.
It?s time to trade city lights for starry nights! FOX 35's David Martin heads over to the 54,000 acre Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park to experience something most people have never tried: a new moon night at a designated International Dark Sky Zone. Astronomers, campers and adventurers flock to this part of the Sunshine State to experience the jaw-dropping celestial beauty.
Kissimmee Police discipline officers after 2023 use-of-force incident
Thirteen members of the Kissimmee Police Department have faced disciplinary action after an independent investigation by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office found serious misconduct stemming from a 2023 excessive force incident involving a former officer.
Thirteen members of the Kissimmee Police Department have faced disciplinary action after an independent investigation by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office found serious misconduct stemming from a 2023 excessive force incident involving a former officer.
Kissimmee Police Department investigation results | FULL
On Wednesday, the Kissimmee Police Department presented the findings of an independent investigation conducted by the Orange County Sheriff?s Office. This investigation followed concerns the State Attorney?s Office raised in October 2024 regarding the conduct and/or truthfulness of several sworn officers.
On Wednesday, the Kissimmee Police Department presented the findings of an independent investigation conducted by the Orange County Sheriff?s Office. This investigation followed concerns the State Attorney?s Office raised in October 2024 regarding the conduct and/or truthfulness of several sworn officers.
I-4 closure update: All lanes reopen near ChampionsGate after semi truck crash, fertilizer spill
Interstate 4 was closed for hours near ChampionsGate after a semi hauling fertilizer hit a guard rail and caught fire.
Interstate 4 was closed for hours near ChampionsGate after a semi hauling fertilizer hit a guard rail and caught fire.
Kissimmee 'No Kings' protestor talks about event
No Kings Day protests are being held across America to oppose President Donald Trump's policies. Demonstrators are expected to rally in almost 2,000 cities, with several protests being held in Central Florida. Luisa Ardila, organizer of the Kissimmee event, joins FOX 35 to speak about the importance of the protests.
No Kings Day protests are being held across America to oppose President Donald Trump's policies. Demonstrators are expected to rally in almost 2,000 cities, with several protests being held in Central Florida. Luisa Ardila, organizer of the Kissimmee event, joins FOX 35 to speak about the importance of the protests.
Child drowns in Central Florida pond while on vacation with family, deputies say
A child drowned on Friday morning in a Central Florida pond while on vacation with his family, Osceola County deputies say.
A child drowned on Friday morning in a Central Florida pond while on vacation with his family, Osceola County deputies say.
Kissimmee armed robbery suspect arrested in SWAT raid
A man wanted in connection with an armed robbery at a Checkers restaurant was arrested Wednesday morning during a search warrant operation at a home in Kissimmee, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.
A man wanted in connection with an armed robbery at a Checkers restaurant was arrested Wednesday morning during a search warrant operation at a home in Kissimmee, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.
Kissimmee approves firefighter schedule overhaul, adds property fee to fund plan
The Kissimmee Fire Department is set to become the first in Central Florida to adopt a 24/72 shift schedule, offering firefighters an extra day of rest without a pay cut — a move city officials say will improve morale and retention, though it comes at a cost to property owners.
The Kissimmee Fire Department is set to become the first in Central Florida to adopt a 24/72 shift schedule, offering firefighters an extra day of rest without a pay cut — a move city officials say will improve morale and retention, though it comes at a cost to property owners.
Man dies after car crashes into Kissimmee pond, troopers say
A man was killed in a crash in Osceola County after his car went into a retention pond on Friday morning, according to troopers.
A man was killed in a crash in Osceola County after his car went into a retention pond on Friday morning, according to troopers.
Rep. Soto announces grants for Orlando, Kissimmee airports
Congressman Darren Soto hosted a press conference on Wednesday afternoon at the Orlando International Airport (MCO) with Greater Orlando Aviation Authority and Kissimmee Gateway Airport representatives to announce more than $33.5 million in FY25 Airport Infrastructure Grants for MCO and Kissimmee Gateway Airport.
Congressman Darren Soto hosted a press conference on Wednesday afternoon at the Orlando International Airport (MCO) with Greater Orlando Aviation Authority and Kissimmee Gateway Airport representatives to announce more than $33.5 million in FY25 Airport Infrastructure Grants for MCO and Kissimmee Gateway Airport.
Mayonnaise request may have led to Checkers employee shooting, killing customer: Investigators
A fast food worker accused of fatally shooting a customer who complained about his order appeared in court Friday as new and disturbing details emerged about the incident outside a Checkers restaurant in Kissimmee.
A fast food worker accused of fatally shooting a customer who complained about his order appeared in court Friday as new and disturbing details emerged about the incident outside a Checkers restaurant in Kissimmee.
Gov. DeSantis speaks at annual homeschool convention in Kissimmee
Gov. Ron DeSantis gave remarks at the Florida Parent Educators Association's Annual homeschool convention in Kissimmee on Friday morning.
Gov. Ron DeSantis gave remarks at the Florida Parent Educators Association's Annual homeschool convention in Kissimmee on Friday morning.
Missing tot with mental disabilities rescued from retention pond in Kissimmee after hours-long search
A 3-year-old boy with mental disabilities went missing in Kissimmee and was found in a nearby retention pond after hours of searching.
A 3-year-old boy with mental disabilities went missing in Kissimmee and was found in a nearby retention pond after hours of searching.
Police search for missing Kissimmee woman: Can you help find her?
Police are continuing their search for a Kissimmee woman who went missing earlier this week. They said the woman "may be disoriented or unfamiliar with her surroundings."
Police are continuing their search for a Kissimmee woman who went missing earlier this week. They said the woman "may be disoriented or unfamiliar with her surroundings."
Former Kissimmee officer pleads guilty to battery, misconduct in excessive force case
Former Kissimmee police officer Andrew Baseggio pleaded guilty to battery and misconduct charges related to a 2023 incident where he used excessive force during an arrest.
Former Kissimmee police officer Andrew Baseggio pleaded guilty to battery and misconduct charges related to a 2023 incident where he used excessive force during an arrest.
Green Meadows Petting Farm reopens in new location
Green Meadows Petting Farm has officially reopened in a new location at 1881 Jack Calhoun Drive in Kissimmee. The educational petting farm has cattle, pigs, goats and more, as well as hay rides and leafy open spaces.
Green Meadows Petting Farm has officially reopened in a new location at 1881 Jack Calhoun Drive in Kissimmee. The educational petting farm has cattle, pigs, goats and more, as well as hay rides and leafy open spaces.
CVS catches fire in Kissimmee
Firefighters are battling a fire at a CVS in Kissimmee. Three people were injured in the fire, and two were taken to the hospital. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns gives us live updates from the scene.
Firefighters are battling a fire at a CVS in Kissimmee. Three people were injured in the fire, and two were taken to the hospital. FOX 35's Kelsie Cairns gives us live updates from the scene.
Mother of crash victim speaks out after state attorney chooses not to file charges in DUI manslaughter case
Mother of crash victim speaks out after State Attorney chooses not to file charges in DUI manslaughter case.
Mother of crash victim speaks out after State Attorney chooses not to file charges in DUI manslaughter case.
Parents angry over proposed changes to Osceola County ESE program
The Osceola County School District plans significant changes to its Exceptional Student Education (ESE) program.
The Osceola County School District plans significant changes to its Exceptional Student Education (ESE) program.