New ride inspection law triggers investigation after child falls off Florida coaster
A six-year-old boy remains hospitalized after falling off a roller coaster in Central Florida. It happened last week at Fun Spot in Kissimmee. Osceola County Fire Rescue said he fell off the "Galaxy Spin," which is temporarily closed. New legislation sparked by a tragedy at a different amusement park last just went into effect on July 1 that changed the standards for inspections, along with training requirements to operate rides.
A six-year-old boy remains hospitalized after falling off a roller coaster in Central Florida. It happened last week at Fun Spot in Kissimmee. Osceola County Fire Rescue said he fell off the "Galaxy Spin," which is temporarily closed. New legislation sparked by a tragedy at a different amusement park last just went into effect on July 1 that changed the standards for inspections, along with training requirements to operate rides.
2 children rushed to hospital after near drownings at Give Kids The World Village, officials say
Two children who nearly drowned are being treated at the hospital, according to the Kissimmee Fire Department.
Two children who nearly drowned are being treated at the hospital, according to the Kissimmee Fire Department.
Ride at Fun Spot's Kissimmee amusement park closed after young boy seriously hurt
The Galaxy Spin ride at Fun Spot America's theme park in Kissimmee, Florida, remains closed after a boy was injured on the ride -- and possibly fell off of it.
The Galaxy Spin ride at Fun Spot America's theme park in Kissimmee, Florida, remains closed after a boy was injured on the ride -- and possibly fell off of it.
Ride shut down after boy falls off it
A roller coaster at Fun Spot America's theme park in Kissimmee, Florida, has been shut down after a boy was injured while riding it. Officials said the boy was found 20 feet beneath "The Galaxy Spin's" track and had 'traumatic injuries.' It's unclear exactly how the boy ended up off the ride, but the Osceola County Fire Rescue Department said it initially received a call reporting a boy had fallen off the ride.
A roller coaster at Fun Spot America's theme park in Kissimmee, Florida, has been shut down after a boy was injured while riding it. Officials said the boy was found 20 feet beneath "The Galaxy Spin's" track and had 'traumatic injuries.' It's unclear exactly how the boy ended up off the ride, but the Osceola County Fire Rescue Department said it initially received a call reporting a boy had fallen off the ride.
Man arrested for stealing over $20,000 worth of gas from Florida RaceTrac, other locations: Officials
A man was arrested for allegedly stealing over $20,000 worth of gas from stores across Central Florida.
A man was arrested for allegedly stealing over $20,000 worth of gas from stores across Central Florida.
Boy falls from coaster at Florida amusement park, rushed to hospital with 'traumatic injuries': officials
A six-year-old child was rushed to the hospital on Thursday with serious injuries after possibly falling off a roller coaster at the Kissimmee Fun Spot amusement park, according to paramedics.
A six-year-old child was rushed to the hospital on Thursday with serious injuries after possibly falling off a roller coaster at the Kissimmee Fun Spot amusement park, according to paramedics.
Osceola SRO's train for active shooter ahead of school start
As Osceola County students prepare to go back to the classroom, school resource officers are preparing for the worst-case scenario – a school shooter.
As Osceola County students prepare to go back to the classroom, school resource officers are preparing for the worst-case scenario – a school shooter.
Florida hospital worker accused of inappropriately touching patient suffering stroke
A hospital worker is suspended as the Osceola County Sheriff's Office investigates him for inappropriately touching a woman who suffered a stroke.
A hospital worker is suspended as the Osceola County Sheriff's Office investigates him for inappropriately touching a woman who suffered a stroke.
2 men shot, 1 dead in Osceola County
Two men suffered from apparent gunshot wounds in Osceola County on Monday evening, and one of them died investigators said.
Two men suffered from apparent gunshot wounds in Osceola County on Monday evening, and one of them died investigators said.
Central Florida man turns $30 gas station trip into whopping $15 million with lottery win
A Central Florida man just claimed a $15 million prize after claiming a winning scratch-off ticket purchased at a gas station.
A Central Florida man just claimed a $15 million prize after claiming a winning scratch-off ticket purchased at a gas station.
Kissimmee firefighter union hoping to rally public's support ahead of next contract talks
The union representing firefighters in Kissimmee is hoping to get the public's support ahead of its next contract negotiation meeting.
The union representing firefighters in Kissimmee is hoping to get the public's support ahead of its next contract negotiation meeting.
Gaylord Palms brings Christmas classic to life with giant ice sculptures for return of 'ICE!'
'ICE!' is returning to Gaylord Palms Resort in 2023 with larger-than-life ice sculptures of "A Charlie Brown Christmas."
'ICE!' is returning to Gaylord Palms Resort in 2023 with larger-than-life ice sculptures of "A Charlie Brown Christmas."
New barrier on I-4 near Disney blocks dangerous merging traffic over muddy median
In May, FOX 35 News reported on reckless merging onto Interstate 4 near Walt Disney World Resort, with drivers cruising over muddy trails where State Road 417 merges into the roadway.
In May, FOX 35 News reported on reckless merging onto Interstate 4 near Walt Disney World Resort, with drivers cruising over muddy trails where State Road 417 merges into the roadway.
Gov. DeSantis sets dates for Florida House special elections
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday scheduled special elections to fill two vacant House seats in Miami-Dade County and the Orlando area.
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday scheduled special elections to fill two vacant House seats in Miami-Dade County and the Orlando area.
Man at large after 1 person shot in face in Kissimmee hotel parking lot, deputies say
A suspect is at large after allegedly shooting another man in the face at a Kissimmee hotel.
A suspect is at large after allegedly shooting another man in the face at a Kissimmee hotel.
Florida teen on delayed Southwest Airlines flight left alone for hours at airport, mother says
Jamie Brown says she thought an adult would be watching over her 13 year old daughter Bailey, as she flew from Baltimore to Orlando a couple of weeks ago, especially, after her flight was delayed 7 hours.
Jamie Brown says she thought an adult would be watching over her 13 year old daughter Bailey, as she flew from Baltimore to Orlando a couple of weeks ago, especially, after her flight was delayed 7 hours.
When does the 2023-2024 school year start in Central Florida?
Here's when the 23-24 school year starts in Central Florida. The list includes Orange County, Volusia County, Osceola County, and many other counties.
Here's when the 23-24 school year starts in Central Florida. The list includes Orange County, Volusia County, Osceola County, and many other counties.
Body of missing Florida woman found in Lake Toho following 10-hour search, police say
The body of a missing Florida woman has been found after a 10-hour search by air, water, and ground.
The body of a missing Florida woman has been found after a 10-hour search by air, water, and ground.
Osceola County deputy fired following charges related to domestic violence
A deputy with the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office has been terminated following an arrest on charges related to domestic violence, the sheriff's office says.
A deputy with the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office has been terminated following an arrest on charges related to domestic violence, the sheriff's office says.
11 minutes: That's how long it takes Kissimmee firefighters to respond to emergencies - and they're concerned
The Kissimmee Union Firefighters, posting a message to social media saying there’s been a substantial call volume increase over the last 5 years. They’re also dealing with delayed emergency response times due to need for more resources.
The Kissimmee Union Firefighters, posting a message to social media saying there’s been a substantial call volume increase over the last 5 years. They’re also dealing with delayed emergency response times due to need for more resources.