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Fifteen people were hospitalized in a three-vehicle crash in Ocala involving a responding fire rescue truck, a pickup truck and a bus filled with adult students, according to officials. The crash happened just before 9 a.m. at the intersection of SW 90th Street and SW 80th Avenue in Ocala, according to Marion County Fire Rescue. Several 911 callers reported a Marion County Fire Rescue truck was hit and rolled over on its side while responding to a medical call on Tuesday, officials said.

Lake County Commissioners and the union representing its fire department are at odds over staffing. Both have accused one another of lying. The union said the fire department is understaffed and overworked, while the county said the allegation that they don’t have enough ambulances is simply not true. Here's how this divide affects response times.

A beloved Christmas tradition is back on in Brevard County. FOX 35 first reported on the issue when organizers had to cancel the Space Coast Light Festival in Palm Bay last week. After the original story aired and just a week later, the Brevard County Sheriff’s office stepped in to save the tradition.

Kathy Jones, a woman dubbed the "Christmas Tree Lady," has been delivering trees, decorations, and household items to over 100 families in need along the Space Coast since 2020. Her initiative, "Blessings for Brevard," extends beyond Christmas trees, offering furniture and essentials to those facing hardships during the holiday season. Despite personal challenges, like car troubles, she remains committed to ensuring every child experiences the joy of Christmas. Those interested in joining her cause can reach Jones at Blessingsforbrevard@gmail.com.

The Orange County Sheriff's Office said it is looking for a man who allegedly followed a woman to her apartment, pushed his way in, and tried to assault her late Sunday. The woman and her roommate were able to chase the man away, deputies said.

Many people think of big box stores on Cyber Monday, but Orlando businesses are trying to get in on the action too.

Sunday was a very busy day at Orlando International Airport. Airport staff expected nearly 185,000 passengers to pass through the airport, that day. "It was a little crazy, the holiday travel. The traffic was pretty crazy coming in, but once we got in lines were long, but they do move," said Darlene Brown, who was dropping her son off for a flight.

A woman pulled her pants down on a Frontier flight from Orlando to Philidelphia because she allegedly had to use the bathroom. She also reportedly threatened to kill another passenger

Pendas Law Firm gave out turkeys to nearly 700 families on Tuesday morning in Orlando ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday. “It’s humbling. I come from very meager beginnings myself, I can relate to what some of these folks are doing,” said Lawyer Lou Pendas.

Pendas Law Firm gave out turkeys to nearly 700 families on Tuesday morning in Orlando ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday. “It’s humbling. I come from very meager beginnings myself, I can relate to what some of these folks are doing,” said Lawyer Lou Pendas.

A mother of three was stabbed to death amid an apartment fire that broke overnight, which also left her baby dead and two other children injured, according to police.

A 64-foot Christmas tree will soon light up downtown Orlando's Lake Eola for the holiday season. There will be nearly 2,000 ornaments and 200 pounds of lights. Guests can come watch light shows starting December 1 through January 6.

The FOX 35 Care Force has teamed up with Orange County Major Jerry Demings for the 13th annual Mayor's Holiday Toy Drive. There are a few weeks left to help children in need this year by donating toys. You can drop off toys at any Orange County fire station, any Orange County Parks and Recreation facility or shop online.

A bad smell led Orange County Deputies to an Apopka storage unit where they found the body of missing Winter Springs mother Shakiera Rucker dead.

Today is the first day of the installation of the Lake Eola Christmas tree

A wounded veteran will soon be living in his new, brand-new home that was built in Orlando by a charity.

The driver of a Corvette was rushed to a hospital following a crash into a power line pole in Marion County