U.S. Coastguard seizes sailboat after woman, Lynette Hooker, missing
A sailboat was seized off the coast of Melbourne after a woman went missing while on a trip with her husband. Investigators are now working to dig into the data on the boat to build a timeline as to the whereabouts of Lynette Hooker.
A sailboat was seized off the coast of Melbourne after a woman went missing while on a trip with her husband. Investigators are now working to dig into the data on the boat to build a timeline as to the whereabouts of Lynette Hooker.
Melbourne to update city code to crack down on 'horror houses'
The City of Melbourne is moving to clean up—or tear down—chronic "horror houses" that have plagued local neighborhoods for years. Following a series of FOX 35 investigations into neglected properties, city leaders are now updating local codes to give officials the power to step in when homeowners refuse to take action.
The City of Melbourne is moving to clean up—or tear down—chronic "horror houses" that have plagued local neighborhoods for years. Following a series of FOX 35 investigations into neglected properties, city leaders are now updating local codes to give officials the power to step in when homeowners refuse to take action.
Is the viral 'doorkick' challenge dangerous? Sheriff gives warning
After teens were caught on video kicking in doors in Deltona, leading to one arrest, authorities are warning the viral "door kicking" challenge is dangerous. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood believes if these incidents continue, someone could die, FOX 35's Chris Lindsay reported.
After teens were caught on video kicking in doors in Deltona, leading to one arrest, authorities are warning the viral "door kicking" challenge is dangerous. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood believes if these incidents continue, someone could die, FOX 35's Chris Lindsay reported.
Deputies use "grappler" tool to apprehend shooting suspects
Orange County deputies used a specialized "Grappler" tool to end a high-speed pursuit and arrest two suspects connected to a shooting at the Kingswood Apartments on April 12. The sheriff's office said this tool helps "bring dangerous situations to a safer end."
Orange County deputies used a specialized "Grappler" tool to end a high-speed pursuit and arrest two suspects connected to a shooting at the Kingswood Apartments on April 12. The sheriff's office said this tool helps "bring dangerous situations to a safer end."
Kid arrested after kicking door, part of viral TikTok challenge
Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood has stern warning for kids kicking homeowners' doors, apparently part of a TikTok challenge, that they may choose the wrong house -- and get shot. He told parents to talk to their kids. VSO released this montage of video clips, which show a 12-year-old boy being handcuffed and arrested after he allegedly kicked someone's door and then ran away. The incident was caught on home surveillance video. In the video, a deputy talks to the boy, who is seated inside a patrol vehicle, about the seriousness of the situation, but encouraging him that he can be better in the future.
Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood has stern warning for kids kicking homeowners' doors, apparently part of a TikTok challenge, that they may choose the wrong house -- and get shot. He told parents to talk to their kids. VSO released this montage of video clips, which show a 12-year-old boy being handcuffed and arrested after he allegedly kicked someone's door and then ran away. The incident was caught on home surveillance video. In the video, a deputy talks to the boy, who is seated inside a patrol vehicle, about the seriousness of the situation, but encouraging him that he can be better in the future.
20-foot wide Maitland sinkhole: Cars damaged
A 20-foot-wide sinkhole has formed underneath Wymore Road in Maitland, according to city officials. The depression, which was spotted just after 12 a.m. on Friday, prompted the closure of Wymore Road. City officials are urging drivers and residents to avoid the area until further notice.
A 20-foot-wide sinkhole has formed underneath Wymore Road in Maitland, according to city officials. The depression, which was spotted just after 12 a.m. on Friday, prompted the closure of Wymore Road. City officials are urging drivers and residents to avoid the area until further notice.
Mr. Ginger, smallest and youngest rescued Sloth World sloth, has died, zoo says
Mr. Ginger, the youngest and smallest sloth rescued from Sloth World Orlando and brought to the Central Florida Zoo, has died, the zoo said. He was humanely euthanized on Friday afternoon, FOX 35 has learned.
Mr. Ginger, the youngest and smallest sloth rescued from Sloth World Orlando and brought to the Central Florida Zoo, has died, the zoo said. He was humanely euthanized on Friday afternoon, FOX 35 has learned.
Florida daycare worker claims she ‘spazzed out’ while violently beating infant: BCSO
A Florida daycare worker is behind bars after deputies say she admitted to "spazzing out" and violently slamming a 3-month-old infant into a crib, causing catastrophic injuries.
A Florida daycare worker is behind bars after deputies say she admitted to "spazzing out" and violently slamming a 3-month-old infant into a crib, causing catastrophic injuries.
Video: Florida woman suspected of drunk driving, falls asleep, slams into home
A Florida woman who was caught on camera crashing into a home has been arrested for DUI.
A Florida woman who was caught on camera crashing into a home has been arrested for DUI.
Atlantic hurricane season 2026: Storm names
The first five names for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season are Arthur, Bertha, Cristobal, Dolly, and Edouard.
The first five names for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season are Arthur, Bertha, Cristobal, Dolly, and Edouard.
National Hurricane Center issues first tropical outlook for 2026 season
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) issued its first daily tropical outlook for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season – and good news, no tropical cyclone activity is expected over the next seven days.
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) issued its first daily tropical outlook for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season – and good news, no tropical cyclone activity is expected over the next seven days.
Rapper Kodak Black arrested in Florida for 2nd time this month, records show
Rapper Kodak Black has been arrested in Florida for a second time this month, just a week after he was booked into the Orange County Jail on a drug trafficking charge.
Rapper Kodak Black has been arrested in Florida for a second time this month, just a week after he was booked into the Orange County Jail on a drug trafficking charge.
Sinkhole shuts down section of Wymore Road in Maitland, officials say
A section of Wymore Road in Maitland is closed after a 20-foot-wide sinkhole formed underneath both lanes of the road, according to city officials.
A section of Wymore Road in Maitland is closed after a 20-foot-wide sinkhole formed underneath both lanes of the road, according to city officials.
New video shows suspect fleeing after Sanford temple fire
Newly released video shows the moments after a man allegedly set fire inside a Buddhist temple in Sanford before leading police on a multi-county chase, authorities said.
Newly released video shows the moments after a man allegedly set fire inside a Buddhist temple in Sanford before leading police on a multi-county chase, authorities said.
Pulse Memorial design 60% completed, officials say
Orlando officials say the Pulse memorial design is now about 60% complete ahead of the 10-year anniversary of the 2016 nightclub shooting.
Orlando officials say the Pulse memorial design is now about 60% complete ahead of the 10-year anniversary of the 2016 nightclub shooting.
Heriberto Medina Marquez: Suspect accused of ambushing deputy attacked law enforcement before
Newly released video shows a Marion County sheriff's deputy being stabbed multiple times in the chest during what investigators describe as an ambush attack, with authorities saying the deputy survived because he was wearing a protective vest.
Newly released video shows a Marion County sheriff's deputy being stabbed multiple times in the chest during what investigators describe as an ambush attack, with authorities saying the deputy survived because he was wearing a protective vest.
Pulse Memorial design 60% completed, Orlando officials say
The City of Orlando says the final design for the Pulse memorial is now about 60% complete as the community approaches 10 years since the 2016 nightclub massacre that killed 49 people.
The City of Orlando says the final design for the Pulse memorial is now about 60% complete as the community approaches 10 years since the 2016 nightclub massacre that killed 49 people.
2 Seminole County students arrested after guns found at schools
Two Seminole County students were arrested after authorities said guns were found at two high schools, prompting lockdowns and frightening parents.
Two Seminole County students were arrested after authorities said guns were found at two high schools, prompting lockdowns and frightening parents.
Man accused of stabbing deputy has history of violence
Newly released video shows a deputy being stabbed multiple times in the chest during what investigators describe as an ambush attack, with authorities saying the deputy survived because of a bulletproof vest. Court records show Medina-Marquez has previously been accused of punching a deputy in the face and charging at officers before being subdued with a Taser.
Newly released video shows a deputy being stabbed multiple times in the chest during what investigators describe as an ambush attack, with authorities saying the deputy survived because of a bulletproof vest. Court records show Medina-Marquez has previously been accused of punching a deputy in the face and charging at officers before being subdued with a Taser.
Melbourne road project faces more delays after faulty work discovered
A nearly $900,000 road improvement project in Melbourne is facing new problems after county officials confirmed portions of the work already completed must be redone because they were not built correctly.
A nearly $900,000 road improvement project in Melbourne is facing new problems after county officials confirmed portions of the work already completed must be redone because they were not built correctly.