4-year-old celebrated birthday with donated luxury cars
A mother from Winter Springs wanted her 4-year-old to see his Hot Wheels cars in real life for his birthday, so she put out a message on social media asking for anyone with a cool car to come by their house. To their surprise, people showed up in swarms.
Canada places billboards in Florida, other states
Canada officials say they want Americans to understand how a trade war could impact our pockets. Canada is hitting back against tariffs on our own home turf, with billboards being places in Florida and other states. A billboard in Longwood reads "tariffs are a tax on hardworking Americans," and it's not the only one in the area.
End of an era: Bubbalou's Bodacious BBQ is closing
Bubbalou's Bodacious BBQ in Altamonte Springs is closing because its owner, Bucky Weston, is retiring.
Officials searching for injured black bear in Altamonte Springs
The search is on for an injured black bear in Seminole County. Wildlife officials said the bear was spotted in Altamonte Springs with a big wound under its arm. Officials have posted door hangers on houses in the area, warning locals of the injured bear and asking them to reach out if they spot the animal.
Florida man executed for 1993 killings of an 8-year-old girl and her grandmother
A Florida man who killed an 8-year-old girl and her grandmother inside a Seminole County home on a night in which he drank heavily and used drugs was executed Thursday evening.
Residents hold 'empty chair' Town Hall in Winter Springs
Neighbors in Winter Springs held an "empty chair" Town Hall on Wednesday night. Members of Florida's Seventh Congressional District say they are frustrated with U.S. Rep. Corey Mills. Constituents say they have requested multiple meetings with Mills, but he will not agree to meet.
Longwood residents brace for potential severe weather
Central Florida is bracing for severe storms across the area. This is the last thing Seminole County residents want to hear, as it hasn't even been a week since storms whipped up a EF-2 tornado. Residents in Longwood are prepping ahead of the potential weather impacts.
1 killed, multiple injured in Seminole County crash
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash that took place early Saturday morning in Seminole County. Troopers said one person was killed and multiple others were injured in the crash. Officials are continuing to investigate the crash.
Police continue search for man accused of attacking women
The Altamonte Springs Police Department is continuing to investigate three separate assaults involving a man who targeted women who were alone at night.
Good Samaritans credited with saving boater who fell into Lake Harney
There were terrifying moments for a boater in Seminole County after high winds knocked him into the water. He was able to call 911 while trying to stay above the surface. He may not have survived without the quick help of two good Samaritans.
Florida man who killed woman, 8-year-old in Seminole County to be executed next week
Edward James, a Florida man convicted of killing a woman and raping and killing her 8-year-old-granddaughter in Seminole County in 1993, is set to be executed on March 20.
'Ghost Adventures' star’s wife accused in murder-for-hire plot with Florida inmate
A Central Florida man who was convicted of killing his family in 2019 is now being connected with a death plot to kill reality TV star Aaron Goodwin, a host of Ghost Adventures on the Discovery Channel.
Car on fire blocks traffic in Seminole County
A car that caught fire on a bridge on State Road 417 in the Seminole County area is causing traffic backups. Officials said that traffic is backed up for several miles. (Credit: Machelle Ferry)
Daughter reunites with 94-year-old blind father who survived Seminole County tornado
A 94-year-old blind man lost a large portion of his roof in Monday’s EF2 tornado.
First look inside Florida home damaged by tornado
Residents were out in their yards on Tuesday cleaning up the damage and debris after an EF2 tornado touched down in Seminole County, Florida. The tornado had peak winds of at least 115 mph, which is comparable to a Category 2 or Category 3 hurricane. One resident let FOX 35 inside their home to see where they took cover and the damage left behind. Law enforcement was also out making sure insurance adjusters were legit
Florida home camera records tornado impact: 'Total destruction'
An EF2 tornado touched down in Seminole County on Monday, March 10, 2025, and traveled at least 4 miles, toppling trees, powerlines, and damaging several homes. Don Shenoy lives in Longwood, Florida. His home surveillance camera recorded the moment the tornado and storm moved passed his house. Trees fell. A basketball court was destroyed. "Total destruction everywhere," he told FOX 35.
Path of EF2 tornado that hit Florida: see timeline, impacts to Seminole County
Here is the path of the EF2 tornado that touched down in Seminole County, Florida, causing significant damage in Longwood.
Video: EF2 tornado envelops van with woman trapped inside
Jeanicmar Rangel caught the moment an EF2 tornado passed over a Florida neighborhood. She was trapped inside her work van at the time.
Florida home collapses after tornado, severe thunderstorm hits Seminole County, officials
A confirmed tornado touched down Monday morning north of Orlando in Seminole County, knocking down trees and powerlines, as well as causing at least one home to collapse, officials said.
Florida tornado had same wind speeds as Category 2 or 3 hurricane: NWS
The tornado that touched down early Monday morning in Seminole County, Florida had peak winds of 115 mph, which is comparable to the wind gusts of a Category 2 or 3 hurricane, according to the National Weather Service.