WATCH: Boat being refueled explodes at Florida marina
A boat that was being refueled at a marina near Daytona Beach exploded on Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, sending debris into the air. One person was taken to the hospital with burns, and three others were hurt, but declined to go to the hospital, according to officials.
'They didn't go over this in the academy': Florida police find gator in swimming pool
When a homeowner found a small alligator in her swimming pool, she called the police.
Vigil honors Daytona Beach Police Officer Jason Raynor one year after death
It has been one year since Daytona Beach Police Officer Jason Raynor's passing. The 26-year-old was investigating a suspicious vehicle nearly two months prior to his death when he was shot. A vigil was held on Wednesday to remember his "ultimate sacrifice" in his service to the community.
Drone captures moment alligator attacks swimmer in Florida lake
For the fourth time in the last three weeks, someone in the Tampa Bay region has been attacked by an alligator. This attack, along the shoreline of Lake Thonotosassa in Hillsborough County, was actually captured on video by drone hovering above the lake. JC Defeats was rushed to Tampa General Hospital after a gator bit down on his head. Doctors performed a craniectomy, or surgery to remove a portion of his skull.
WATCH: Transformer explodes over house during Florida thunderstorm
Video from a Ring video camera show power lines appear to pop, sending fiery sparks into the air, as thunderstorms moved through parts of Florida on Wednesday. Video courtesy: Jaclyn T./Orange City.
Florida woman rescued after car crashes into country club swimming pool
Decades after leaving the Coast Guard, a Lakeland man used his life-saving skills to safely pull a woman from a sinking car after police say she mistook the gas pedal for the brake and drove her car into a swimming pool Wednesday morning. Investigators said the SUV went over a curb, through a fence and then into the pool at Sandpipers Golf and Country Club on Grouse Drive.
Smash and grab: Thieves steal $2M in jewelry from New York City store
FOX 35 News at 5Smash-and-grab robbers in New York City stole a large amount of high-end jewelry in a heist that was caught on video.The robbery happened at Rocco's Jewelry in the Bronx on Friday at around 2:30 p.m. The business estimates that they lost $2.15 million worth of merchandise in the heist. p.m.
Playful, curious bears explore backyard bird feeders
A FOX 35 viewer captured some of the cutest bear video that we've ever seen. A momma bear and her cubs were playful as they explored some bird feeders in a backyard of a home in Altamonte Springs.
Small plane crashes into ocean in California
A pilot was pulled to safety after a small plane crashed into the waters off Huntington Beach Friday afternoon.
Watch this: Waterspouts form over Florida's Lake Weir
The National Weather Service reported a waterspout over Lake Weir on the evening of Friday, July 22, 2022, and several FOX 35 viewers sent images and videos of what they were seeing in their neighborhood.
'Never too late': 96-year-old Florida woman earns college degree
Congratulations, Violet! At 96 years old, Violet Edwards, who lives in Parkland, Florida, recently earned her associate's degree, becoming one of the oldest people to earn a college degree. Her advice: "It's never too late." And she's not done, she said. Watch the video to hear what her next goal is.
Curious bear grabs a snack from Florida homeowner's fridge
Here in Florida, alligators, bears, and snakes are part of neighborhood sometimes, and in one neighborhood, a curious – and maybe hungry – bear decided to fetch himself a snack.
Watch: Hungry bear rummages through Florida homeowner's fridge for snack
When it comes to Florida, you get gators, snakes, and bears. On Saturday, a curious bear looking for a snack found his way into Jason Mickel's garage near Sanford -- and he recorded it.
Man climbs into Orlando Wendy's drive-thru window and steals cash from register
Authorities said the man ordered food in the drive-thru line, went to the window, and when the cashier asked for payment, the man threatened the employee with a gun and told the cashier to give him the money. The employee ran inside the restaurant as the man climbed through the window and took the cash drawer, police said.
Did you hear? Florida has a new state dessert
Move over, key lime pie, because strawberry shortcake is moving in. But, not to worry key lime pie fans, it's still an official state symbol.
Designers working on 'Sky Cruise' nuclear-powered aircraft
A nuclear-powered aircraft that could stay airborne for months and transport 5,000 passengers around the world is being conceived by designers. A viral video shows the Sky Cruise craft high above the clouds.
Johnny Depp wins libel lawsuit against ex-wife Amber Heard
A jury on Wednesday ruled in favor of Johnny Depp in his libel lawsuit against ex-wife Amber Heard, vindicating his stance that Heard fabricated claims that she was abused by Depp before and during their brief marriage.
Pilot who suffered medical episode during Florida flight speaks about miracle
Aft the pilot of a single-engine airplane lost consciousness, a passenger onboard the plane was able to land the aircraft with instruction from an air traffic controller. That pilot, 64-year-old pilot Kenneth Allen, spoke about what he called a miracle for the first time.
Florida therapy dogs to support grieving families in Texas
Families grieving from the mass shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas will be getting a visit from comfort dogs from Central Florida.
Adorable otters celebrate St. Patrick's Day with special treats at Discovery Cove
The otter residents at Discovery Cove celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with a delicious surprise!