Florida sheriff on viral door kick challenge: Stop it, cause you could get shot
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood has a serious and stern warning to the parents of kids participating in the viral "door kick challenge" on social media: Someone is going to pick the wrong house and end up getting shot.
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood has a serious and stern warning to the parents of kids participating in the viral "door kick challenge" on social media: Someone is going to pick the wrong house and end up getting shot.
U.S. Coastguard seizes sailboat after woman, Lynette Hooker, missing
A sailboat was seized off the coast of Melbourne after a woman went missing while on a trip with her husband. Investigators are now working to dig into the data on the boat to build a timeline as to the whereabouts of Lynette Hooker.
A sailboat was seized off the coast of Melbourne after a woman went missing while on a trip with her husband. Investigators are now working to dig into the data on the boat to build a timeline as to the whereabouts of Lynette Hooker.
Melbourne to update city code to crack down on 'horror houses'
The City of Melbourne is moving to clean up—or tear down—chronic "horror houses" that have plagued local neighborhoods for years. Following a series of FOX 35 investigations into neglected properties, city leaders are now updating local codes to give officials the power to step in when homeowners refuse to take action.
The City of Melbourne is moving to clean up—or tear down—chronic "horror houses" that have plagued local neighborhoods for years. Following a series of FOX 35 investigations into neglected properties, city leaders are now updating local codes to give officials the power to step in when homeowners refuse to take action.
Is the viral 'doorkick' challenge dangerous? Sheriff gives warning
After teens were caught on video kicking in doors in Deltona, leading to one arrest, authorities are warning the viral "door kicking" challenge is dangerous. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood believes if these incidents continue, someone could die, FOX 35's Chris Lindsay reported.
After teens were caught on video kicking in doors in Deltona, leading to one arrest, authorities are warning the viral "door kicking" challenge is dangerous. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood believes if these incidents continue, someone could die, FOX 35's Chris Lindsay reported.
2 women accused in Carnival cruise fight over line now facing federal charges
Two women who were passengers on a Carnival cruise are facing federal simple assault citations after a dispute in a shipboard line allegedly turned physical.
Two women who were passengers on a Carnival cruise are facing federal simple assault citations after a dispute in a shipboard line allegedly turned physical.
Deputies use "grappler" tool to apprehend shooting suspects
Orange County deputies used a specialized "Grappler" tool to end a high-speed pursuit and arrest two suspects connected to a shooting at the Kingswood Apartments on April 12. The sheriff's office said this tool helps "bring dangerous situations to a safer end."
Orange County deputies used a specialized "Grappler" tool to end a high-speed pursuit and arrest two suspects connected to a shooting at the Kingswood Apartments on April 12. The sheriff's office said this tool helps "bring dangerous situations to a safer end."
Kid arrested after kicking door, part of viral TikTok challenge
Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood has stern warning for kids kicking homeowners' doors, apparently part of a TikTok challenge, that they may choose the wrong house -- and get shot. He told parents to talk to their kids. VSO released this montage of video clips, which show a 12-year-old boy being handcuffed and arrested after he allegedly kicked someone's door and then ran away. The incident was caught on home surveillance video. In the video, a deputy talks to the boy, who is seated inside a patrol vehicle, about the seriousness of the situation, but encouraging him that he can be better in the future.
Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood has stern warning for kids kicking homeowners' doors, apparently part of a TikTok challenge, that they may choose the wrong house -- and get shot. He told parents to talk to their kids. VSO released this montage of video clips, which show a 12-year-old boy being handcuffed and arrested after he allegedly kicked someone's door and then ran away. The incident was caught on home surveillance video. In the video, a deputy talks to the boy, who is seated inside a patrol vehicle, about the seriousness of the situation, but encouraging him that he can be better in the future.
20-foot wide Maitland sinkhole: Cars damaged
A 20-foot-wide sinkhole has formed underneath Wymore Road in Maitland, according to city officials. The depression, which was spotted just after 12 a.m. on Friday, prompted the closure of Wymore Road. City officials are urging drivers and residents to avoid the area until further notice.
A 20-foot-wide sinkhole has formed underneath Wymore Road in Maitland, according to city officials. The depression, which was spotted just after 12 a.m. on Friday, prompted the closure of Wymore Road. City officials are urging drivers and residents to avoid the area until further notice.
Man pleads guilty in fatal shooting of rapper Young Dolph
A Tennessee man pleaded guilty Friday in the 2021 killing of Memphis rapper Young Dolph, bringing a major chapter of the high-profile murder case to a close.
A Tennessee man pleaded guilty Friday in the 2021 killing of Memphis rapper Young Dolph, bringing a major chapter of the high-profile murder case to a close.
Mr. Ginger, smallest and youngest rescued Sloth World sloth, has died, zoo says
Mr. Ginger, the youngest and smallest sloth rescued from Sloth World Orlando and brought to the Central Florida Zoo, has died, the zoo said. He was humanely euthanized on Friday afternoon, FOX 35 has learned.
Mr. Ginger, the youngest and smallest sloth rescued from Sloth World Orlando and brought to the Central Florida Zoo, has died, the zoo said. He was humanely euthanized on Friday afternoon, FOX 35 has learned.
Florida daycare worker claims she ‘spazzed out’ while violently beating infant: BCSO
A Florida daycare worker is behind bars after deputies say she admitted to "spazzing out" and violently slamming a 3-month-old infant into a crib, causing catastrophic injuries.
A Florida daycare worker is behind bars after deputies say she admitted to "spazzing out" and violently slamming a 3-month-old infant into a crib, causing catastrophic injuries.
Maine fire, explosion kills firefighter, injures multiple people at lumber mill, officials say
A fire and explosion at a lumber mill in Maine killed a firefighter and injured multiple people on Friday.
A fire and explosion at a lumber mill in Maine killed a firefighter and injured multiple people on Friday.
Video: Florida woman suspected of drunk driving, falls asleep, slams into home
A Florida woman who was caught on camera crashing into a home has been arrested for DUI.
A Florida woman who was caught on camera crashing into a home has been arrested for DUI.
Atlantic hurricane season 2026: Storm names
The first five names for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season are Arthur, Bertha, Cristobal, Dolly, and Edouard.
The first five names for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season are Arthur, Bertha, Cristobal, Dolly, and Edouard.
More than 100K teething toys recalled after nearly a dozen choking incidents
A major recall has been issued for more than 100,000 children’s teething toys after reports linked the products to serious choking hazards.
A major recall has been issued for more than 100,000 children’s teething toys after reports linked the products to serious choking hazards.
National Hurricane Center issues first tropical outlook for 2026 season
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) issued its first daily tropical outlook for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season – and good news, no tropical cyclone activity is expected over the next seven days.
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) issued its first daily tropical outlook for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season – and good news, no tropical cyclone activity is expected over the next seven days.
This Midwestern state leads the nation in home foreclosures as US filings jump by 26%
Home foreclosures in the U.S. are up 26% from last year as rising costs are catching up with homeowners. Here's which city was hit hardest.
Home foreclosures in the U.S. are up 26% from last year as rising costs are catching up with homeowners. Here's which city was hit hardest.
Oklahoma death row inmate released from prison after 30 years, awaiting retrial
A man who has been on Oklahoma’s death row for decades has been released from prison and is awaiting a new trial.
A man who has been on Oklahoma’s death row for decades has been released from prison and is awaiting a new trial.
FBI offering $200K reward for former counterintelligence agent charged for spying for Iran
Monica Witt, an ex-U.S. service member and counterintelligence agent, is accused of providing classified national defense information to Iran.
Monica Witt, an ex-U.S. service member and counterintelligence agent, is accused of providing classified national defense information to Iran.
Trump says White House ballroom construction ahead of schedule; here’s when it will be completed
Trump says the White House’s new $400 million ballroom is ahead of schedule. Here's when it is set to open.
Trump says the White House’s new $400 million ballroom is ahead of schedule. Here's when it is set to open.