Florida executes man for 1986 murder in second 2026 lethal injection

A Florida man convicted of killing a grocery store owner was executed Tuesday, marking the second execution in the state this year.

IVF mix-up update: Parties agree to DNA testing for potential genetic parents

The testing of one patient couple set identified in the search to locate the genetic parents of a baby girl after an IVF error is being expedited. 

Florida woman pleads for help as wild hogs destroy her property

An 88-year-old woman in Seminole County says wild hogs are tearing up her four-acre property, leaving deep holes and widespread damage she fears could cause her to fall.

President Trump decries Supreme Court's rejection of tariffs
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President Trump decried the Supreme Court's rejection of his signature tariff policies, calling it "an unfortunate ruling." And he talked about his attempts to maneuver around that decision without depending on Congress or spooking financial markets.

US men's hockey team honored at State of the Union
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The U.S. men's hockey team was honored Tuesday night during President Trump’s State of the Union address for their historic win, defeating Canada 2–1 in overtime and capturing its first Olympic men’s hockey gold medal since the "Miracle on Ice" team triumphed in 1980.

Residents return home after Daytona Beach brush fire evacuations
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Firefighters created fire lines with heavy equipment to prevent further spread of a brush fire in Volusia County, allowing residents to return safely to their homes. 

Marion County daycare worker charged with assaulting toddlers
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A Marion County daycare worker is facing charges, including aggravated battery and criminal mischief, for allegedly assaulting three toddlers.

Couple seeks biological parents after IVF embryo mix-up
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A Central Florida couple is asking a court to help determine the biological parents of a baby conceived through in vitro fertilization after their clinic acknowledged an embryo mix-up.

New details emerge in death of teen found on cruise ship
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New court filings are shedding light on the death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner, who was found dead aboard a Carnival Cruise Line ship in November during a family vacation.

Florida fire forecast: High brush fire threat on Thursday, timeline, impacts

The FOX 35 Storm Team has issued a FOX 35 Storm Alert Day for Thursday due to the potential for high fire danger across Orlando and Central Florida.

Waymo self-driving cars launch in Orlando
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Self-driving vehicles operated by Waymo are now carrying passengers in Orlando after months of testing, marking the company’s latest expansion.

Wild hogs damage woman’s property in Seminole County
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An 88-year-old woman in Seminole County says wild hogs are tearing up her four-acre property, leaving deep holes and widespread damage she fears could cause her to fall.

Bodycam video footage show deadly shooting inside Walmart
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Authorities have released brief body camera footage from a deadly shooting at a Walmart in Kissimmee that shows the moments before an off-duty deputy fatally shot a 16-year-old boy.

Florida man arrested in $328M cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme: DOJ

A 34-year-old Florida man, who served as the president and CEO of an alleged cryptocurrency investment firm, has been accused of running a $328 million Ponzi scheme, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

Orlando approves $6.8M 'eyes in the sky' drone program to speed up emergency response

The Orlando City Council on Monday greenlit a nearly $7 million expansion of the city's drone capabilities, positioning Orlando alongside tech-forward hubs like Dallas, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.

Orlando Fire Department fights 8-acre fire
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Fire crews addressed an eight-acre fire in Orlando. The Orlando Fire Department responded to a fire on the 5500 block of Arnold Palmer Drive around 6 a.m., Feb. 23. Around 11 a.m., the fire had spread to eight acres and was 80% contained, the fire department confirmed. No structures were in danger.