Why the reward for a Florida murder suspect just jumped to $16K

The reward for information leading to wanted suspect Isabelle Rose Johnson has increased to $16,000 in a multistate manhunt.

Kindergarten Readiness Week helps Sanford students start school with confidence

For many children, the first day of kindergarten can bring a mix of excitement and nerves. At Seminole Science Charter School, incoming students are getting a chance to take that first step before the school year officially begins.

Cocoa moves forward with Brightline station despite concerns over rail company's finances

Plans for a Brightline station on Florida's Space Coast are moving ahead after the City of Cocoa received $2 million in state funding, even as a new credit report raises concerns about the passenger rail company's financial health.

Owners of Guatemalan convenience store accused of racketeering, money laundering

Three owners of La Tienda Guatemala convenience stores in Apopka and Ocoee face serious felony charges including racketeering, money laundering, and illegal drug distribution.

Family faces charges in alleged illegal pharmacy, gambling operation
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Three members of an Orange County family are facing racketeering and other felony charges after investigators accused them of operating an illegal prescription drug and gambling enterprise out of multiple convenience stores.

Cocoa moves forward with Brightline station
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Plans for a Brightline station on Florida's Space Coast are moving ahead after the City of Cocoa received $2 million in state funding, even as a new credit report raises concerns about the passenger rail company's financial health.

Orange County school board advances stricter e-bike, e-scooter rules
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The Orange County School Board is moving forward with stricter rules governing electric bikes and scooters on school campuses, citing growing safety concerns following a series of crashes involving students.

Orlando teen returns home after historic Wimbledon boys' title win
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Sixteen-year-old Jordan Lee is back home in Orlando after making history at Wimbledon, becoming the first American in five years to win the boys' singles championship.

Orange County tourism tax task force begins review of funding requests
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Orange County's Tourist Development Tax Citizens Advisory Task Force has reconvened for the first time in three years to begin reviewing more than $3 billion in funding requests for tourism-related projects, even as some local leaders argue that the money should instead be directed toward infrastructure and housing needs.

Brevard School Board adopts AI policy ahead of new school year
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The Brevard County School Board has approved a new artificial intelligence policy designed to guide how the technology is used in classrooms as students return to school this fall.

Mount Dora officials urge caution after wild monkey spotted again
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Mount Dora officials are reminding residents to keep their distance after another wild monkey was spotted roaming through the city, prompting a renewed public safety warning.

11-year-old recovering after Orlando hit-and-run
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An 11-year-old boy is recovering after authorities say he was struck by a vehicle while riding an electric scooter in Orlando, and the driver fled the scene without stopping.

Wild monkey spotted in Mount Dora again. Here's what to know, do

City officials in Mount Dora have shared that more monkeys have recently been spotted in the area, reminding residents to keep a safe distance, as the animals can carry diseases and become aggressive. To prevent dangerous encounters, people should never feed, approach, or leave food out for the monkeys.

Man accused of stabbing rideshare driver remains jailed
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The man accused of stabbing a rideshare driver in Orlando will remain in jail after a judge denied bond during a first appearance marked by repeated questions from the defendant and concerns from the court.

Orlando 16-year-old tennis player wins big at Wimbledon
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Huge congratulations to 16-year-old Jordan Lee, of Orlando, who defeated Australian tennis player Cruz Hewitt to win the 2026 Boys' Singles at Wimbledon, becoming the first American in 5 years to win that title. FOX 35's Jonah Karp talked to Lee about the tournament and the win after he returned home to Florida.