Christmas food drive offers hope for those in need
Sanford-based nonprofit organization The Picnic Project put together a Christmas lunch for people in need on Monday. Dozens of families attended, and were able to munch on some delicious holiday treats.
Christmas morning wreck saved by first responders
A woman and three young children – the oldest of which was about 5 years old – were injured in a car crash in Volusia County after their car veered off the highway, struck a pole, rolled and ended up in a water-filled ditch, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office. The incident happened around 11:45 a.m. on the southbound lanes of I-95.
Identity of Ocala Paddock Mall gunman released
Ocala police are searching for Albert Shell Jr, 39, who is accused of shooting an killing a man while injuring another woman inside the Paddock Mall prompting chaos among shoppers. Law enforcement originally called the incident an active shooter situation before they later learned this was a targeted shooting
Ocala police give updates on Paddock Mall shooting
Ocala Police Chief Mike Balken held a press conference Saturday evening following a reported shooting inside Paddock Mall. A man was killed and a woman was shot in the leg. Others were hurt amid the chaos. Police said the suspected shooter ran away from the mall after the shooting and is being sought by authorities.
Ocala Mall shooting: 1 dead, others injured
One person died during what police believe to be a targeted shooting at the Ocala Paddock Mall located about an hour and a half north of Orlando
Stolen tip jar returned by remorseful thief
A person who stole a wad of cash from a tip jar from a Kissimmee Ice Cream store returned all the cash he stole.
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.
Restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day in 2023
While many restaurants are closed on Christmas Day, some keep their doors open for those looking to eat out on the holiday. Here are the holiday hours for Chick-fil-A, Cheesecake Factory, and more.
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.