Orlando middle school employee accused of possessing child sex abuse material
A Leesburg man who is employed at an Orlando-area middle school has been arrested on federal charges of possessing child sex abuse material, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Husband accused of killing wife skips first appearance
Anthony Shea, a former sergeant with the Orange County Sheriff's Office, is accused of killing his wife, Eloilda "Ellie" Shea, a beloved lieutenant with the Orange County Sheriff's Office, and then allegedly staging her death as a suicide, investigators say. Shea appears to have skipped his first appearance. He is being held on no bond under suspicion of first-degree murder with a firearm.
18-year-old stabbed at gas station overnight
Orange County deputies were conducting an investigation at a gas station on S. Orange Avenue early Saturday morning. FOX 35 cameras recorded more than two dozen evidence markers on the ground near a gray colored car. FOX later learned that an 18-year-old man was stabbed around 2 a.m. and taken to the hospital with serious injuries. No suspect info or additional details were released.
Law enforcement presence at Orange County gas station
Orange County deputies were conducting an investigation at a gas station on S. Orange Avenue early Saturday morning. FOX 35 cameras recorded more than two dozen evidence markers on the ground near a gray colored car. FOX later learned that an 18-year-old man was stabbed around 2 a.m. and taken to the hospital with serious injuries. No suspect info or additional details were released.
Man dies after shooting Friday night on W. Colonial Drive
One man has died following a shooting in Orange County on Friday night. The shooting happened around 8:20 p.m. in the 6100 block of West Colonial Drive, according to deputies with the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Strangers rally to support Florida woman battling cancer after hurricanes destroy her home
After back-to-back hurricanes destroyed her home, a woman battling terminal breast cancer found hope in the kindness of strangers.
Florida lieutenant shot, killed by husband in alleged staged suicide, Orange County deputies say
A lieutenant with the Orange County Sheriff's Office died earlier this week, allegedly shot and killed by her estranged husband – a former sergeant – and made to look like a suicide attempt, the sheriff's office said.
Prada to help design Artemis lunar spacesuits for NASA with Axiom Space
The spacesuit design industry has officially entered high fashion after Axiom Space announced it has teamed up with luxury fashion house Prada to design the Moon spacesuits to be worn by NASA astronauts.
SpaceX launches 20 Starlink satellites with Direct to Cell capabilities from Florida
SpaceX on Friday launched a Falcon 9 from Florida carrying 20 Starlink satellites, including 13 equipped with Direct to Cell capabilities.
Cold case victim identified, killed by Daytona Beach serial killer Gerald Stano in 1980
After 43 years, a 1980 homicide victim, previously known as "Jane Doe," has been identified as Pamela Kay Wittman, a 25-year-old woman from Indiana. Genetic genealogy confirmed that Wittman was murdered by the Daytona Beach serial killer, Gerald Stano.
FWC investigates kangaroo on the loose in Volusia County; residents react: 'I was stunned'
A kangaroo was spotted hopping around Pierson on Thursday, prompting a response from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Sarah Boone suitcase murder trial: What to know
Florida woman, Sarah Boone, is on trial for second-degree murder in the death of her boyfriend, Jorge Torres, who was found dead inside a zipped suitcase at their Winter Park home. Live coverage from FOX 35 Orlando.
Hurricane Milton claims another life in Volusia County after tree falls on home
Hurricane Milton is being blamed for another death in Volusia County after a tree crashed through a couple's home, killing Karan Zahnen and seriously injuring her husband, James Zahnen.
Man posing as officer forces way into Orlando hotel room, robs woman: OPD
A man wearing a fake badge forced his way into a woman’s hotel room and robbed her, according to the Orlando Police Department.
Teen surfer survives shark attack in Brevard County: 'Could have been so much worse'
A teenager is recovering after a shark attack in Brevard County.
Central Florida residents continue recovery efforts after Hurricane Milton flooding
Recovery efforts are pressing forward across Central Florida as homeowners continue to grapple with the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, including lingering floodwaters that have yet to recede in parts of Seminole County.
32nd Annual Biketoberfest kicks off in Daytona Beach
The 32nd annual Biketoberfest is officially underway, with today's events kicking off at the Daytona International Speedway.
Epic Universe opening May 2025: When you can buy tickets, book hotel rooms, new lands and attractions
Universal Studios Orlando has announced that Epic Universe, its highly-anticipated fourth theme park in Florida, will open sooner than expected - May 2025. Soon people will be able to purchase tickets to see the new theme park, which will be home to new lands themed after Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and How To Train Your Dragon.
Frustration mounts in Cocoa Beach over FEMA response following tornado
More than a week after a tornado touched down, frustration is growing among Cocoa Beach residents as they struggle to rebuild their homes and businesses with limited help from FEMA.