'Up and Overboard' now open at Fun Spot in Kissimmee

FOX 35's David Martin heads over to Fun Spot America in Kissimmee, where he takes a chance riding one of the theme park's newest thrill rides: "Up and Overboard." The full experience is all in the name, as the ride sends passengers soaring head over heels for a dizzying and memorable aerial adventure.

Enormous Florida alligator wanders golf course

A Florida woman recently captured a video of an enormous alligator wandering about a golf course at Stonegate Oaks in Kissimmee. The alligator can be seen walking a few yards at a time before then deciding to lay down and take a break in the spring sunshine. (Credit: Shirley Schultz)

Suspect arrested hours after stabbing woman in Poinciana

Authorities have charged a man with attempted murder in the alleged stabbing of a woman in Osceola County. Deputies have identified the man as Julio Ramos-Aleman, who they determined had left the scene of the stabbing in his vehicle. Details about the motive behind the alleged stabbing have not been disclosed, and it's unclear what the relationship was between the victim and the suspect. Authorities have also not released the identity of the victim or any information about her current condition.

Kissimmee mayor addresses search for police chief

Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa gave updates to the media on Thursday morning about the continued search for the city's next police chief. The search is down to two individuals — retired Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolon and current Clermont Police Chief Charles "Chuck" Broadway. Kissimmee City Manager Mike Steigerwald said he will make the final decision on the new chief in the coming weeks. Robert Anzueto, from the Orange County Sheriff's Office, was named interim police chief in October, but will return to his previous department this month. Wilson Muñoz will serve as the acting police chief during the final transition period. The search for the new chief comes after the former police chief and the deputy chief resigned following an investigation into a 2023 use-of-force case, as well as allegations of "systemic issues" within the department.

One year since Maddie Soto's disappearance

Today marks one year since Maddie Soto first went missing. The 13-year-old's body was found days later in St. Cloud on March 1. Tributes continue to pour in for the young girl, including a special honor from the City of St. Cloud, who plans to gift a bench in her memory at Lakefront Park.

Memorial service being held for Madeline Soto

Today would have been Madeline Soto's 14th birthday. A memorial is being held in St. Cloud for the young girl, who was killed almost a year ago. Stephen Sterns, Maddie's mother's boyfriend, is the man accused of raping and murdering her. He could face the death penalty.

New body camera footage in Madeline Soto disappearance

New body camera footage shows Stephen Sterns and Jennifer Soto being questioned by deputies the day after they reported Madeline Soto missing. Sterns is accused of sexually abusing and killing the 13-year-old girl.