Space junk on collision course with the moon
The moon is about to get walloped by 3 tons of space junk, a punch that will carve out a crater that could fit several semitractor-trailers. The leftover rocket will smash into the far side of the moon at 5,800 mph (9,300 kph) on Friday, away from telescopes’ prying eyes. It may take weeks, even months, to confirm the impact through satellite images.
Residents say trashy lot is eyesore in heart of Orlando's tourist district
Thousands of drivers pass this through the busy intersection of Turkey Lake and Sand Lake roads each day. On nearby property, right behind the Phillips Crossing Shopping Center, a lot is strewn with junk and trash, and it looks like a mess, residents say.
Russia refuses to launch OneWeb satellites following sanctions
The race to space is colliding head-on with international conflicts in Russia and Ukraine. As a result, Florida’s space hub is taking some heat.
FHP: Driver in crash that killed 5 people was speeding
Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) said a driver was going more than 80 miles an hour – double the speed limit – on Clarcona Ocoee Road, when he crashed into a car with six people inside, killing five of them.
New STEM program offered at Umatilla High School
Umatilla High School in Lake County is now offering a STEM program for students thanks to a generous donation.
Orange County mayor proposes sales tax increase
Orange County’s sales tax could go up by a percentage point if Mayor Jerry Demings has his way. He’s looking to sell voters on a one-cent sales tax. Orange County spokesperson Despina McLaughlin explained that an extra penny would go to transportation initiatives.
Orlando Police try to solve 40-year-old murder mystery
In November of 1982, William Gale McCarty went to work at an office building near downtown Orlando and never returned home.
Longwood man flies to Poland to help sister who fled from Ukraine
One Longwood resident has been receiving videos and photographs from his sister, who this weekend escaped war-torn Ukraine for Poland.
Fentanyl causes most overdose deaths in Central Florida
FOX 35 News is learning that the most dangerous drugs are now coming across the border from Mexican drug cartels, and they’re making their way right onto the streets of Central Florida.
Apopka man wants more to be done after he says his window was shattered by projectile
An Apopka man says he has filed a complaint with the Orange County Sheriff's Office saying they didn't do enough after he believes his truck was targeted by gunfire.
Deadly crash closes U.S. 192 in Kissimmee
Authorities are investigating a two-vehicle crash in Osceola County. One vehicle was flipped over onto its side, which shut down eastbound lanes of U.S. Highway 192 near Simpson Road in Kissimmee just before 10 p.m. . Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol said one person has died and another was taken to the hospital.
Student injured after Orange County school bus slams into vehicle, officials say
A student was injured after an Orange County school bus slammed into a vehicle causing a chain reaction involving multiple cars, officials said Monday.
Man arrested in brutal machete attack of woman at Daytona Beach Waffle House, police say
Authorities in Volusia County have made an arrest in a brutal machete attack that happened last week at a Daytona Beach Waffle House.
Fatal shooting
Man found shot in a vehicle dies at hospital.
I-4 Express Lanes now open
The new I-4 Express Lanes are now open to traffic.
Winter Park man catches coyote on camera at front door
No cat burglars were caught on camera, but rather it was a coyote creeping up to Jack Devlin’s front door in the middle of the night.
Parents, teachers union react to DeLand HS brawl caught on camera
Parents were alarmed to watch a video of a fight at DeLand High School that landed one student in the hospital and another at the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice facing a felony charge.
10 Brevard County school buses being fitted with AI tech to improve safety
Over half a million school buses travel in the United States, flashing their red stop signs. But many drivers pass illegally. Company Bus Patrol has a high-tech solution to a growing problem.
Florida manatees struggle to survive in Indian River Lagoon
The Indian River Lagoon was once a vibrant and healthy waterway, but some say it is now turned into a wasteland.
Lake Eola rally held to support Ukraine
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has triggered protests around the world, including at Lake Eola in Orlando.