Jury finds deputy accused of Taser fire at Wawa gas pumps that injured suspect not guilty
After several hours of deliberations, a jury has found an Osceola County deputy on trial for tasing a man near a gas pump, resulting in a fire that severely injured the suspect, not guilty of negligence.
Monsters and Muppets to bring new thrills to Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Changes are coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios as The Muppets prepare to rock and the world of Monsters, Inc. comes to life.
Osceola deputy on trial for Taser incident that sparked gas pump fire takes stand
An Osceola County deputy on trial for tasing a man near a gas pump — resulting in a fire that severely injured the suspect — testified in his own defense Wednesday.
Port Canaveral officials back proposal to build fuel pipeline to MCO
Port Canaveral, already breaking cruise ship records, is now focusing on a new project to improve fuel delivery.
2 rescued manatees receiving care at SeaWorld Orlando
Two manatees are being nursed back to health at SeaWorld Orlando after separate rescues.
What grocery stores will be open in Central Florida this Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving is approaching and preparations have begun, but where can you grab those last minute missing ingredients for your holiday meal?
Trial begins for Florida deputy accused of setting man on fire with Taser at Wawa
The incident occurred after Osceola County deputies tracked Barreto-Baerga to a Wawa gas station in Orange County, accusing him of reckless driving on a motorcycle.
Florida couple prepares for second Blue Origin spaceflight
A Winter Park couple is preparing to return to space with Blue Origin, marking their second journey aboard Jeff Bezos’ private space company.
Tropical Storm Sara's threat to Florida lessens; should dissipate over Gulf of Mexico, NHC says
Tropical Storm Sara is expected to dissipate over or near Mexico's Yucantan Peninsula early next week, eliminating the tropical threat to the U.S. Gulf Coast or Florida, according to the FOX 35 Storm Team and the National Hurricane Center.
UCF researcher gets $1 million US Army grant for UV laser cleaning tech
Dr. Leland Nordin and his team at the University of Central Florida are using high-intensity lasers of UVC light to kill viruses and bacteria on surfaces.
Winter Garden votes to limit late-night alcohol sales
Following the City of Orlando, Winter Garden's City Commission has voted to limit when bars and restaurants can sell alcohol. Under the new rule, bars and restaurants will have to apply for a special permit to serve alcohol after midnight.
New downtown Orlando safety changes start today
The City of Orlando is hoping to get rid of the so-called "street-party atmosphere" downtown, following two mass shootings in two years. Safety changes were enacted in 2022 after several people were hurt in a shooting. On Nov. 1, 2024, 2 people were killed, and eight others hurt in a shooting as thousands were celebrating Halloween. Beginning Friday, Nov. 15, Orange Avenue will begin to reopen to vehicle traffic. Before, it would be shut down, allowing people to walk along the street from bar to bar.
FAA flight ban grounds relief, families in Haiti during holiday season
Hundreds of families expecting loved ones from Haiti for the holidays face disappointment as an FAA ban on all flights in and out of the country has halted travel.
Police say man hid in attic of Orlando apartment complex storage unit
Police responding to strange noises at an Orlando apartment complex found a man hiding in the attic of a storage unit, they said.
Disney's brand-new cruise ship arrives at Port Canaveral after rescuing 4 people on Monday
The brand-new Disney Treasure cruise ship arrived at its new home, Port Canaveral, on Tuesday morning after assisting the United States Coast Guard in the rescue of four people stuck aboard a sinking boat.
Florida girl, 13, one of hundreds nationwide to receive racist mass-text
A seventh-grader at Howard Middle School is one of many people across the country who received a racial text message the day after Election Day.
Orlando wants to end downtown 'street party atmosphere'
After two mass shootings in downtown Orlando in two years, city officials are looking to make more changes, including ending what the city describes as the downtown "street party atmosphere."
Arrest made in 2022 missing person case, roommate charged
The Orlando Police Department has arrested the roommate of Runyleidy Medina-Pacheco, who has been missing since December 2022.
Deputies say woman burned her 2 children, self after being 'humiliated' in custody dispute
Deputies in Florida said a woman killed her 9-month-old baby and attempted to kill her 2-year-old son after feeling “humiliated" in a child custody dispute.
Sarah Boone files motion for new trial in 'suitcase murder' of boyfriend
Convicted killer Sarah Boone is seeking a new trial after a jury found her guilty of second-degree murder in the death of her boyfriend, Jorge Torres.