Student hit by vehicle near Olympia High School in Orange County, troopers say
A student was hit by a vehicle while crossing the road near Olympia High School on Friday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Family dog rescued from Palm Coast house fire recovering at animal hospital
Kira, a 4-year-old Great Dane mix, is recovering from smoke inhalation after being trapped in a Palm Coast house during a fire.
Flooding still a concern in Titusville as debris piles up, trash pick-up faces delays
Flooding hasn’t subsided for people who live on Knox McRae Drive in Titusville, and now they're worried about the water becoming a health and safety hazard.
Fire breaks out at Sanford tissue factory
A fire broke out at the Resolute Tissue factory in Sanford early Friday.
List: 40 US airports where FAA is reducing flights up to 10%
The FAA has confirmed the 40 high-volume airports where it plans to reduce flights up to 10% to address fatigue with traffic controllers amid the ongoing government shutdown.
FAA cuts flights at Orlando, Tampa airports; what passengers need to know
Orlando International Airport was listed as one of the 40 "high volume" major airports slated for a 10% reduction in flights, reports say. Tampa International Airport is also included in the list.
Flights canceled as FAA reduces flight traffic
The FAA has ordered airlines to cut their total flights by 4% at 40 of the busiest airports in the U.S. That begins on Friday, Nov. 7. By Friday, Nov. 11, the FAA will cut flight traffic by 10%. Airports in Orlando, Tampa, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale are impacted.
'Smells like a swamp': Titusville trash pickup hits a snag
After being slammed with torrential rain and flooding, some residents in Titusville have another potential issue: delays in trash pickup. This week, the City of Titusville said its transfer station suffered a "catastrophic" failure with its hydraulic system, forcing it to be closed for an unknown amount of time. That means garbage trucks have to travel to Cocoa, which could result in delays with trash pickup.
ULA Atlas V rocket launch scrubbed again over ongoing oxygen tank vent valve issue
United Launch Alliance (ULA) has scrubbed the launch of its Atlas V rocket for the second time due to an issue with the Atlas V booster liquid oxygen tank vent valve.
1 dead in shooting between drivers in Ocala, deputies say
The Marion County Sheriff's Office is investigating a deadly shooting between two drivers in Ocala on Thursday night.
‘Hopelessness’ among air traffic controllers as government shutdown drags on, expert says
Most air traffic controllers worked six days a week and put in mandatory overtime even before the shutdown, but they have been doing so without paychecks as lawmakers fail to agree on a way to reopen the government.
Volusia stores caught selling tobacco, alcohol to underage buyers in operation, deputies say
Officials said the various vape shops and convenience stores were located in Edgewater, New Smyrna Beach, Deltona, Orange City, Holly Hill, Port Orange, Debary, Osteen and DeLand.
Miami Heat coach's home burns in Florida
The Coal Gables home of Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra was nearly destroyed in a fire on Thursday, according to the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Department.
15-year-old accused of attacking teacher, deputy
A 15-year-old student at Gardendale Separate Day School is accused of kicking a teacher and a Brevard County School Resource deputy, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey. FOX 35 is not naming the boy or showing his face due to his age. Sheriff Ivey said the boy also tried to take the deputy's gun as he was being taken into custody.
How Floridians are helping Jamaica after Melissa's impact
The Brevard Caribbean American Sports and Cultural Association is collecting non-perishable food, baby supplies, blankets, and tarps to help Jamaicans devastated by Hurricane Melissa.
Florida pup stuck in bedroom during house fire, rescued
It could have been tragic, but thanks to the Flagler County Fire Rescue department, Kira, a Great Dane, is on the road to recovery. Tovia House-Caldwell and her family were moving into their home in Palm Coast. Moments later, the house caught fire, while their dog was stuck in a bedroom. Their home was destroyed. Firefighters were able to pull her out of the home. Kira is now being treated at an animal hospital in St. Augustine. Tovia House-Caldwell, dog rescued from house fire
Second arrest in ambush shooting of 15-year-old: Officials
A 20-year-old has been arrested and charged in connection to the ambush shooting death of a 15-year-old girl in October. The shooting happened outside a restaurant in Cocoa. Three people were shot inside a vehicle. Two males survived. Ka'Ryah Duncan died. Xazavier Butler was recently arrested on charged connected to the shooting, the second person to be arrested in the case, Sheriff Wayne Ivey announced Thursday night. Butler was booked into jail on charges of first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, and possession of a fire by a delinquent.
How will FAA flight cuts impact Orlando airport?
The FAA has ordered airlines cut flight traffic by 10% on Friday amid the government shutdown which has stressed FAA flight controllers, who have gone a month without a paycheck. The flight cuts are planned for the 40 busiest airports, which reportedly includes Orlando International Airport and Tampa International Airport. Several airlines are offering passengers refunds and the ability to change their travel plans without a penalty.
UPS plane crash: Identities of victims aboard aircraft revealed
Twelve people were killed in the crash, including one child, officials said.
FAA flight cuts: Here's what each airline is offering passengers, travelers
Several airlines at Orlando International Airport (MCO) said they are offering flight changes, re-bookings, cancellations or refunds without penalty to customers affected by the Federal Aviation Administration's decision to reduce air traffic by 10% at 40 airports. The FAA decision starts Friday, Nov. 7.