Kissimmee mayor, commissioner face investigation after ethics complaints
Kissimmee city commissioners moved forward with a formal request for an independent investigation into Mayor Jackie Espinosa and Commissioner Janette Martinez after ethics complaints were filed.
Kissimmee city commissioners moved forward with a formal request for an independent investigation into Mayor Jackie Espinosa and Commissioner Janette Martinez after ethics complaints were filed.
$800 utility bill stuns Orange County homeowner: 'I don't have a water park'
An Orange County homeowner was shocked when her latest statement from Orlando Utilities Commission was an $800 bill.
An Orange County homeowner was shocked when her latest statement from Orlando Utilities Commission was an $800 bill.
Man accused of killing child faces new charges
Jeroen Jarrel Coombs, who was arrested in connection with the death of a 3-year-old girl in Marion County, is now facing additional charges.
Jeroen Jarrel Coombs, who was arrested in connection with the death of a 3-year-old girl in Marion County, is now facing additional charges.
Orange County homeowner hit with $800 water bill
An Orange County homeowner speaks on receiving a $800 water bill.
An Orange County homeowner speaks on receiving a $800 water bill.
Ethic complaints made against Kissimmee Mayor and Commissioner
FOX 35’s Chancelor Winn reports from a Kissimmee City Council meeting following ethics complaints filed against the Kissimmee mayor and a city commissioner.
FOX 35’s Chancelor Winn reports from a Kissimmee City Council meeting following ethics complaints filed against the Kissimmee mayor and a city commissioner.
IVF mystery solved: couple finds baby's genetic parents
IVF mystery solved, couple finds baby's genetic parents.
IVF mystery solved, couple finds baby's genetic parents.
Florida parents suing over IVF mix-up: Genetic parents of Baby Shea have been found, parents say
The Florida couple who filed a lawsuit against an Orlando fertility clinic, alleging a doctor implanted someone else's embryo during their own IVF procedure, has found the baby's genetic parents.
The Florida couple who filed a lawsuit against an Orlando fertility clinic, alleging a doctor implanted someone else's embryo during their own IVF procedure, has found the baby's genetic parents.
'A kind-hearted man': Mom grieves son's death in I-75 crash
A semi-truck driver who was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Interstate 75 was remembered as "a kind-hearted man." Judy Thomas is devastated and in disbelief that her son, Stavan, is gone. "I can't understand. I just can't understand," she told FOX 35's Chris Lindsay. FHP was searching for the alleged driver in the hit-and-run, and released dashcam video that showed the crash. On Tuesday, FHP announced the arrest of 18-year-old Jonathan Matos Morales, the alleged driver. He's from Cocoa, Florida, and was a Minor League player with the Atlanta Braves, the team confirmed.
A semi-truck driver who was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Interstate 75 was remembered as "a kind-hearted man." Judy Thomas is devastated and in disbelief that her son, Stavan, is gone. "I can't understand. I just can't understand," she told FOX 35's Chris Lindsay. FHP was searching for the alleged driver in the hit-and-run, and released dashcam video that showed the crash. On Tuesday, FHP announced the arrest of 18-year-old Jonathan Matos Morales, the alleged driver. He's from Cocoa, Florida, and was a Minor League player with the Atlanta Braves, the team confirmed.
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns from Congress
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned from Congress on Tuesday, effective immediately, moments before the House Ethics Committee could meet to potentially discipline her. She called the House Ethics Committee proceeding unfair. She faces federal criminal charges alleging she used federal disaster funds to support her congressional campaign. She has pleaded not guilty to those charges.
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned from Congress on Tuesday, effective immediately, moments before the House Ethics Committee could meet to potentially discipline her. She called the House Ethics Committee proceeding unfair. She faces federal criminal charges alleging she used federal disaster funds to support her congressional campaign. She has pleaded not guilty to those charges.
State Attorney Monique Worrell: We need more help for youth programs
State Attorney Monique Worrell on Tuesday announced a new initiative, called "The Missing Middle," intended to come up with legislative ideas to help create preventative programs for youth offenders. She said the justice system is dealing with a huge increase in youth offenders and that it's not equipped to handle it.
State Attorney Monique Worrell on Tuesday announced a new initiative, called "The Missing Middle," intended to come up with legislative ideas to help create preventative programs for youth offenders. She said the justice system is dealing with a huge increase in youth offenders and that it's not equipped to handle it.
What is a red flag warning? Here's when high fire threat is issued
On Tuesday, there is a high fire threat across Orlando and Central Florida amid low humidity, strong winds, and warm temperatures. FOX 35 meteorologist Brooks Garner explains what red flag warnings are, when they're issued, and the science behind it.
On Tuesday, there is a high fire threat across Orlando and Central Florida amid low humidity, strong winds, and warm temperatures. FOX 35 meteorologist Brooks Garner explains what red flag warnings are, when they're issued, and the science behind it.
Florida AG opens criminal investigation into Open AI, ChatGPT in wake of FSU shooting
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said his office is opening a criminal investigation into OpenAI and ChatGPT. It follows claims by prosecutors that the suspect in the deadly shooting at Florida State University shooting, Phoenix Ikner, communicated with ChatGPT's Chatbot ahead of the shooting. Florida AG's office has asked Open AI and ChatGPT for a series of records, training materials, and policies.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said his office is opening a criminal investigation into OpenAI and ChatGPT. It follows claims by prosecutors that the suspect in the deadly shooting at Florida State University shooting, Phoenix Ikner, communicated with ChatGPT's Chatbot ahead of the shooting. Florida AG's office has asked Open AI and ChatGPT for a series of records, training materials, and policies.
Blue Man Group ready for Orlando return with new show, theater
When does Blue Man Group open its new theater in Orlando? Here's the latest updates on an opening date, tickets, and the show.
When does Blue Man Group open its new theater in Orlando? Here's the latest updates on an opening date, tickets, and the show.
Authorities search for teens accused of harming gopher tortoise in DeLand
Authorities in Florida are searching for two teenagers accused of spraying expanding foam insulation into the mouth of a gopher tortoise in DeLand, an incident wildlife officials are investigating as possible animal cruelty.
Authorities in Florida are searching for two teenagers accused of spraying expanding foam insulation into the mouth of a gopher tortoise in DeLand, an incident wildlife officials are investigating as possible animal cruelty.
Osceola Heritage Park makeover approved for $50M
A $50 million vision for the future of Osceola County is one step closer to reality after a landmark vote Monday evening.
A $50 million vision for the future of Osceola County is one step closer to reality after a landmark vote Monday evening.
Osceola Heritage Park makeover approved for $50M
A $50 million vision for the future of Osceola County is one step closer to reality after a landmark vote Monday evening.
A $50 million vision for the future of Osceola County is one step closer to reality after a landmark vote Monday evening.
Anna Kepner death: Attorneys for stepbrother Timothy Hudson argue he should remain free on bond
Update (April 21, 2026): Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old charged with the murder of his 16-year-old stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship, has pleaded not guilty to federal charges of aggravated sexual abuse and first-degree murder, according to court records.
Update (April 21, 2026): Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old charged with the murder of his 16-year-old stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship, has pleaded not guilty to federal charges of aggravated sexual abuse and first-degree murder, according to court records.
Osceola County cracks down on illegal house parties after deadly shooting
Authorities in Osceola County are increasing enforcement after linking illegal house parties to two recent killings, including a weekend shooting in the ChampionsGate area.
Authorities in Osceola County are increasing enforcement after linking illegal house parties to two recent killings, including a weekend shooting in the ChampionsGate area.
Brush fire in Lake County prompts evacuations as crews near containment
A brush fire in Lake County prompted voluntary evacuations for several homes as crews worked to contain the flames that were moving closer to residential areas. Officials said the fire began days earlier during a land-clearing operation that got out of control and, with strong winds, spread into a nearby swamp, increasing its intensity.
A brush fire in Lake County prompted voluntary evacuations for several homes as crews worked to contain the flames that were moving closer to residential areas. Officials said the fire began days earlier during a land-clearing operation that got out of control and, with strong winds, spread into a nearby swamp, increasing its intensity.
New trial date set for teen accused in deadly Orlando Halloween shooting
A new trial date has been scheduled for a teenager accused of killing two people during a Halloween block party in Orlando in 2024.
A new trial date has been scheduled for a teenager accused of killing two people during a Halloween block party in Orlando in 2024.