Don Lemon hires former MN prosecutor Joe Thompson to help fight church protest charges

Former U.S. Attorney Joe Thompson, who recently resigned from the U.S. Attorney’s Office of Minnesota following the fatal shooting of Renee Good, has ben hired to represent Don Lemon against charges stemming from a protest at a St. Paul church.

Orange County leaders push back against ICE
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Orange County leaders adopted 2 new rules when it comes to housing detainees on behalf of DHS and ICE at the Orange County Jail: one limits the amount of detainees that can be held at the jail, the other seeks to stop a release-and-rebook situation, where detainees are released and then rebooked into jail to avoid the 72-hour hold rule. The conversations were part of an Orange County Commissioner's meeting.

Nancy Guthrie case: Analysis of photos, video
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Investigators searching for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie are analyzing newly released surveillance video that shows an armed, masked suspect outside her front door on the morning she disappeared. Trial consultant and human behavior investigator Susan Constantine shares her insight. 

How bad is the drought in Florida? New update
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FOX 35 meteorologist Noah Bergren looks at the latest drought report to which parts of the state are in extreme, severe, and/or minor drought.

Orlando begins Magnolia Avenue conversion to two-way traffic
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Work is underway on a major downtown Orlando street as Magnolia Avenue is converted from a one-way corridor into a two-way road, part of the city’s broader effort to calm traffic and encourage pedestrian activity.

Pickleball dispute in Volusia County leads to felony battery arrest
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A pickleball match in Volusia County escalated into a physical altercation that left one player injured and resulted in the arrest of a married couple, authorities said.

Manatee rescued from storm drain recovers at SeaWorld Orlando
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A manatee rescued from a storm drain in Melbourne Beach is recovering at SeaWorld Orlando, where veterinarians say the animal is showing signs of improvement after spending days trapped underground.

DNA links serial killer to 1992 murder of Oregon grandmother

Authorities say new DNA evidence has solved a decades-old homicide in Oregon, linking a notorious serial killer to the 1992 murder of a grandmother.

Stolen military explosives found in The Villages
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Authorities evacuated residents in a neighborhood within The Villages after stolen military explosives were discovered, sparking a federal investigation.

These states offer singles the best chance at finding love in 2026

While everyone has their own criteria for an ideal romantic partner, a new report sheds light on the states that provide the best opportunities to find a meaningful connection.

Thousands of air steamers recalled due to severe burn injury risk

Nearly 200,000 handheld steamers were recalled after hot water incidents left dozens burned. Here’s which models were affected and what to do if you own one.

Daytona 500 weather forecast: Will it rain or not?
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The Daytona 500 will be held on Sunday, Feb. 15, at Daytona International Speedway. The race starts at 2:30 p.m. What is the weather forecast? Could it rain? FOX 35's Brooks Garner has a look at the forecast ahead of the race.

What happens if you can’t afford to pay your taxes in 2026? IRS options explained

If you can’t pay your tax bill in full, the IRS offers payment plans, settlements and hardship options — but penalties and interest can grow quickly.

American optimism drops to record low in new poll

How optimistic are you about the future? New polling found that Americans’ hope for their future is at an all-time low.

Crew-12 launch delayed again amid weather concerns

After moving the launch to Thursday because of weather concerns, officials have pushed it back one more day to Friday.

Sanford approves massive Seminole Towne Center redevelopment

The Sanford City Commission has officially approved a transformative redevelopment plan for the Seminole Towne Center, signaling the beginning of the end for the mall’s "empty space" era.

 Seminole Towne Center redevelopment plan gets approval
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The Sanford City Commission has officially approved a transformative redevelopment plan for the Seminole Towne Center, signaling the beginning of the end for the mall’s "empty space" era.