Brevard Schools to cut staffing by 7% after low enrollment impacts budget, district says
The Brevard County school district is undergoing a staffing reduction that could impact school employees next school year.
The Brevard County school district is undergoing a staffing reduction that could impact school employees next school year.
Florida doctor accused of stealing $2,700 of merchandise from Target
A Jacksonville doctor is accused of stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of merchandise from a Target store earlier this month, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.
A Jacksonville doctor is accused of stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of merchandise from a Target store earlier this month, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.
Rescued black bears stay warm at the Central Florida Zoo
Two rescued black bears are staying warm in their outdoor habitat at the Central Florida Zoo. Florida black bears are given resources to build their own nests.
Two rescued black bears are staying warm in their outdoor habitat at the Central Florida Zoo. Florida black bears are given resources to build their own nests.
Man arrested after bomb threat at Ormond Beach synagogue, police say
A 57-year-old man is accused of making a bomb threat against the Temple Beth-El synagogue in Ormond Beach, according to police.
A 57-year-old man is accused of making a bomb threat against the Temple Beth-El synagogue in Ormond Beach, according to police.
Florida cold snap raises concern for icy roads as FDOT, mechanics urge drivers to prepare
This weekend’s cold snap could bring slippery roads for Florida drivers on Sunday. Both mechanics and the state departments have tips on how to ensure you and your cars are safe on the roads during these frigid temperatures.
This weekend’s cold snap could bring slippery roads for Florida drivers on Sunday. Both mechanics and the state departments have tips on how to ensure you and your cars are safe on the roads during these frigid temperatures.
Florida teen held without charges highlights ICE detention concerns in Orange County
Javier Gimenez Rivero is a high school student from Venezuela, living in Orange County with a pending asylum claim and a valid U.S. Employment Authorization.
Javier Gimenez Rivero is a high school student from Venezuela, living in Orange County with a pending asylum claim and a valid U.S. Employment Authorization.
Windermere standoff shooting suspect, a licensed doctor, identified: Who is Richard Stoner?
The shooting suspect found dead Tuesday night inside a Windermere home after an hours-long stand off has been identified as Richard Stoner, 67, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
The shooting suspect found dead Tuesday night inside a Windermere home after an hours-long stand off has been identified as Richard Stoner, 67, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
Contentious town hall draws criticism and support for Rep. Cory Mills
U.S. Rep. Cory Mills faced sharp criticism and vocal support during a packed town hall Wednesday night in New Smyrna Beach as he campaigns for reelection amid multiple investigations.
U.S. Rep. Cory Mills faced sharp criticism and vocal support during a packed town hall Wednesday night in New Smyrna Beach as he campaigns for reelection amid multiple investigations.
Florida cold snap raises concern for icy roads
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is gearing up for this weekend’s cold with 14 spray rigs, seven spreader trucks, and about 8,200 gallons of brine to prepare roads for the cold weather. FDOT is also using sensors on roads and bridges to help them keep the roads safe. For severe cold weather, crews keep an eye on temps to determine if ice is forming on roads or bridges.
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is gearing up for this weekend’s cold with 14 spray rigs, seven spreader trucks, and about 8,200 gallons of brine to prepare roads for the cold weather. FDOT is also using sensors on roads and bridges to help them keep the roads safe. For severe cold weather, crews keep an eye on temps to determine if ice is forming on roads or bridges.
Florida teen held without charges highlights ICE detention concerns
An Orange County high school student spent more than two weeks in jail despite facing no criminal charges, raising new concerns about how immigration detainees are being held and the cost to local taxpayers.
An Orange County high school student spent more than two weeks in jail despite facing no criminal charges, raising new concerns about how immigration detainees are being held and the cost to local taxpayers.
Doctor shoots woman before turning gun on self, deputies say
Authorities are releasing new details about the man who they say shot a woman in Windermere before killing himself, identifying him as a 67-year-old doctor.
Authorities are releasing new details about the man who they say shot a woman in Windermere before killing himself, identifying him as a 67-year-old doctor.
Challenger disaster remembered 40 years later as NASA prepares for new lunar mission
The Artemis II mission, which will send four astronauts around the moon, is currently on the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center. Like Challenger four decades ago, the rocket is facing freezing temperatures, though officials say modern safeguards are in place to help prevent another tragedy.
The Artemis II mission, which will send four astronauts around the moon, is currently on the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center. Like Challenger four decades ago, the rocket is facing freezing temperatures, though officials say modern safeguards are in place to help prevent another tragedy.
Emaciated dog finally gaining weight after months of malnutrition
A dog found severely malnourished after being adopted from a shelter is showing signs of recovery, as the people accused of abusing her face criminal charges, authorities said.
A dog found severely malnourished after being adopted from a shelter is showing signs of recovery, as the people accused of abusing her face criminal charges, authorities said.
'Gulf effect' snow in Florida: Flurries possible this weekend. Where, when and how much?
FOX 35 Storm Team Alerts are in effect Sunday and Monday for potentially record-breaking cold. Two areas of Florida could see rare snow flurries this weekend as a result.
FOX 35 Storm Team Alerts are in effect Sunday and Monday for potentially record-breaking cold. Two areas of Florida could see rare snow flurries this weekend as a result.
Florida cold weather: County-by-county forecast, timeline, impacts & concerns
Cold weather advisories, frost advisories, and freeze warnings have been issued for various counties in Central Florida as bitter cold temperatures arrive on Wednesday night, Thursday morning, and this weekend – when the coldest temperatures are expected.
Cold weather advisories, frost advisories, and freeze warnings have been issued for various counties in Central Florida as bitter cold temperatures arrive on Wednesday night, Thursday morning, and this weekend – when the coldest temperatures are expected.
Mother charged with murder, accused of suffocating 4-year-old son: St. Pete Police
A St. Pete mother was charged with first-degree murder on Wednesday morning after police say she suffocated her 4-year-old son.
A St. Pete mother was charged with first-degree murder on Wednesday morning after police say she suffocated her 4-year-old son.
Abused dog gains strength as recovery continues, owners charged
A dog found severely malnourished after being adopted from a shelter is showing signs of recovery, as the people accused of abusing her face criminal charges, authorities said.
A dog found severely malnourished after being adopted from a shelter is showing signs of recovery, as the people accused of abusing her face criminal charges, authorities said.
Challenger disaster remembered as Artemis II sits on launch pad
The 40th anniversary of the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster comes as NASA prepares for its next major step in human spaceflight. The Artemis II mission, which will send four astronauts around the moon, is currently on the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center. Like Challenger four decades ago, the rocket is facing freezing temperatures, though officials say modern safeguards, monitoring systems, and launch rules are designed to prevent a repeat of past failures.
The 40th anniversary of the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster comes as NASA prepares for its next major step in human spaceflight. The Artemis II mission, which will send four astronauts around the moon, is currently on the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center. Like Challenger four decades ago, the rocket is facing freezing temperatures, though officials say modern safeguards, monitoring systems, and launch rules are designed to prevent a repeat of past failures.
More than 100 vultures found dead at Blue Spring State Park
State wildlife officials are investigating the deaths of more than 100 vultures at Blue Spring State Park, the latest incident linked to the ongoing spread of avian influenza in Florida.
State wildlife officials are investigating the deaths of more than 100 vultures at Blue Spring State Park, the latest incident linked to the ongoing spread of avian influenza in Florida.
Florida teen held without charges highlights ICE detention concerns
An Orange County high school student spent more than two weeks in jail despite facing no criminal charges, raising new concerns about how immigration detainees are being held and the cost to local taxpayers.
An Orange County high school student spent more than two weeks in jail despite facing no criminal charges, raising new concerns about how immigration detainees are being held and the cost to local taxpayers.