Artificial reef to be built off Brevard County
An artificial reef will be constructed about 15 miles off the coast of Brevard County. Approximately 800 tons of cement will be dropped nearly 80 feet in the ocean.
Orlando's Amway Center renamed Kia Center
Goodbye Amway Center, hello Kia Center. The legendary sports and entertainment arena located in the heart of downtown Orlando has been renamed. The Orlando Magic officially announced the name change on Wednesday, and FOX 35 was there to see the celebration and press conference.
Storm packing 15-foot waves on beaches
Events are being canceled around Brevard County as high surf continues to beat down the beaches.
Daytona Beach Buc-ee's getting new car wash
Buc-ee's fans will soon be able to munch on Beaver Nuggets, fill up their tank, and get their ride squeaky clean all in one trip with the anticipated opening of a brand-new car wash in Daytona Beach. Buc-ee's Ltd. General Counsel Jeff Nadalo confirmed the new car wash to FOX 35 on Wednesday, adding that it will be the largest car wash in the entire state of Florida. The 235-foot-long car wash will be adjacent to the Buc-ee's in Daytona Beach, located off Interstate 95 and LPGA Boulevard.
Lawsuit: Woman hit by falling branch at SeaWorld
A Florida woman, Donna Montesanti, is suing SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, alleging that she suffered a concussion and permanent injuries after being struck by a falling palm tree branch at a wedding in Discovery Cove. The incident occurred as Montesanti stepped away to prepare a toast, hearing a crack as the large branch broke loose and hit her head, neck, and shoulders.
Teens allegedly wreck Christmas decorations
Two teens were arrested in Titusville after police say they destroyed Christmas decorations, then tried to kill the homeowner when he confronted them. When the victim confronted one of the teens, he reportedly pulled out a gun and threatened to kill him. When the victim went back into his car, he reversed at a high rate of speed into the victim's front yard, police said. Neighbors, however, say it's just "teenagers being teenagers."
Missing Florida woman's husband arrested
Brett Baldwin, the husband of missing Mount Dora woman Nicole Baldwin, was arrested Thursday for a crime unrelated to his wife's disappearance. Detectives seized his phone for a search warrant at his home and they discovered multiple videos of child pornography on it, according to the Mount Dora Police Department. Now, he's being held in federal custody at the Marion County Jail.
Rough seas not only concern for Florida coast
The Florida coast is expected to get slammed by a system this weekend, but rough seas aren't the only concern at the beaches. Experts are warning against man o' wars washing ashore.
Magic players Christmas shop with kids
One hundred kids from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida got a big surprise on Wednesday.
Crash leaves mess along Florida Turnpike
All lanes are blocked on the Florida Turnpike in Osceola County after a crash involving multiple semi trucks and crash left a mess all over the highway.
Man arrested for shooting teen in head
A man with a violent criminal history was arrested for the shooting death of a 15-year-old in Orange County back in October
Apopka police officer hit head-on in crash
A wrong way driver crashed head-on into an Apopka police officer early Thursday morning.
18 arrested in Orange County drug ring
Over a dozen people were arrested for their involvement in an Orange County bar operating as a drug front, the Orange County Sheriff's Office said during a press conference.
OCPS testing weapon detectors
Orange County Public Schools is launching a weapon detector pilot program at seven of its schools.
2 UF scientists caged their kids: Police
Two University of Florida scientists were arrested after police discovered that they kept their children in cages. The 6-year-old told a school official he didn't want to go home because he didn't want to go in a cage.
Helping kids this holiday season at Old Town
You can help spread Christmas cheer to children in Osceola County. Here's how.
Man arrested for exposing himself
One woman is shaken up after she claims a man exposed himself in front of her and chased her down outside a Kissimmee apartment complex
Boy Scout leader arrested for molestation
A Volusia County Boy Scout leader was arrested for allegedly molesting a girl
Apopka teen killed, donates organs
An Apopka family is working to keep their son's memory alive after he was shot and killed over the weekend.
Florida mother charged in shooting
A Florida mother was charged after her son allegedly shot two children during an incident at an Apopka Pop Warner football practice in October, officials said.