14 two-toed sloths donated to Central Florida Zoo from Sloth World Orlando
The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens said Friday that it has accepted a donation of 14 two-toed sloths that were previously associated with Sloth World Orlando.
The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens said Friday that it has accepted a donation of 14 two-toed sloths that were previously associated with Sloth World Orlando.
Iran latest: Witkoff, Kushner heading to Pakistan to meet with Iran
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will be heading to Pakistan to meet with Iran officials for peace negotiations.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will be heading to Pakistan to meet with Iran officials for peace negotiations.
'I'm not OK with this': Woman wants refund from Sloth World
Lindsey Courtney said she was excited for Sloth World Orlando to open. So, she purchased two pre-sale tickets in January. Sloth World was expected to open in March, but that has not happened. And now, questions are being raised after 31 sloths under their care died between Dec. 2024 and Feb. 2025, according to an August 2025 FWC incident report. FOX 35 also found out that the building where the animals were allegedly stored was permitted to store vehicles, not animals. Lindsey said she now wants a refund -- and requested one, but has not heard back.
Lindsey Courtney said she was excited for Sloth World Orlando to open. So, she purchased two pre-sale tickets in January. Sloth World was expected to open in March, but that has not happened. And now, questions are being raised after 31 sloths under their care died between Dec. 2024 and Feb. 2025, according to an August 2025 FWC incident report. FOX 35 also found out that the building where the animals were allegedly stored was permitted to store vehicles, not animals. Lindsey said she now wants a refund -- and requested one, but has not heard back.
Wildfire in Georgia underscores climate change impact in Eastern US
As two significant brush fires have been burning in Georgia for the past week, experts say wildfires are becoming more intense and frequent on the East Coast.
As two significant brush fires have been burning in Georgia for the past week, experts say wildfires are becoming more intense and frequent on the East Coast.
2 adults, 3 kids escape house fire in Seminole County, all taken to hospital, officials say
A kitchen fire at a home in Seminole County spread to the garage and attic, forcing a family of five to escape, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.
A kitchen fire at a home in Seminole County spread to the garage and attic, forcing a family of five to escape, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.
Deputies arrest driver of pickup truck traveling on just 3 wheels after chase on I-4
Authorities in Volusia County arrested a 47-year-old man accused of driving a damaged pickup truck along Interstate 4, striking vehicles and guardrails before crashing at a construction site.
Authorities in Volusia County arrested a 47-year-old man accused of driving a damaged pickup truck along Interstate 4, striking vehicles and guardrails before crashing at a construction site.
Sheriff releases video from body camera credited with deflecting bullet, saving Florida deputy's life
Newly released video shows a Volusia County deputy’s body camera stopping a bullet during a shooting, an impact authorities say likely saved his life.
Newly released video shows a Volusia County deputy’s body camera stopping a bullet during a shooting, an impact authorities say likely saved his life.
Ormond Beach woman remains hospitalized weeks after being run over on beach, son says
A woman who was sunbathing on the sand in Ormond Beach last month when she was struck by a pickup truck remains hospitalized nearly six weeks later, according to her family.
A woman who was sunbathing on the sand in Ormond Beach last month when she was struck by a pickup truck remains hospitalized nearly six weeks later, according to her family.
Winter Park approves first step for teacher housing project on school district land
Winter Park commissioners have approved the first reading of a measure that would allow Orange County Public Schools to build housing for educators on district-owned land in the city.
Winter Park commissioners have approved the first reading of a measure that would allow Orange County Public Schools to build housing for educators on district-owned land in the city.
Orlando hotel worker found dead under industrial dryer, officials say
Authorities are investigating the death of a hotel employee who was found trapped beneath an industrial dryer at a Hilton property near Orlando’s tourist district.
Authorities are investigating the death of a hotel employee who was found trapped beneath an industrial dryer at a Hilton property near Orlando’s tourist district.
Hotel employee found dead under industrial dryer in Orlando tourist district
Authorities are investigating the death of a hotel employee who was found trapped beneath an industrial dryer at a Hilton property near Orlando’s tourist district.
Authorities are investigating the death of a hotel employee who was found trapped beneath an industrial dryer at a Hilton property near Orlando’s tourist district.
Winter Garden votes to reopen the historic Garden Theatre
City leaders in Winter Garden voted to reopen the historic Garden Theatre, which has been closed since 2024.
City leaders in Winter Garden voted to reopen the historic Garden Theatre, which has been closed since 2024.
Oviedo volleyball team says Hawaii trip still on
An Oviedo High School volleyball team will be allowed to travel to Hawaii for a national tournament after school officials reversed an earlier decision that had denied the trip.
An Oviedo High School volleyball team will be allowed to travel to Hawaii for a national tournament after school officials reversed an earlier decision that had denied the trip.
Nike to cut 1,400 jobs, the 2nd round of layoffs this year
Nike is laying off about 1,400 employees, as it responds to restructuring efforts. Here's what to know.
Nike is laying off about 1,400 employees, as it responds to restructuring efforts. Here's what to know.
Mall of Louisiana shooting: 1 person dead, several wounded
Multiple people were shot inside the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge Thursday.
Multiple people were shot inside the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge Thursday.
Nurse groped sedated patient at Florida hospital, deputies say
A nurse accused of groping a female patient at AdventHealth Celebration was arrested in March, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office.
A nurse accused of groping a female patient at AdventHealth Celebration was arrested in March, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office.
Woman remains hospitalized weeks after being run over on beach
A woman who was sitting on the sand in Ormond Beach last month when she was struck by a pickup truck remains hospitalized nearly six weeks later, according to her family.
A woman who was sitting on the sand in Ormond Beach last month when she was struck by a pickup truck remains hospitalized nearly six weeks later, according to her family.
Sloth World: Warehouse lacked proper permits for animals; 'stop work' order issued by county
The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.
The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.
Winter Park approves first step for teacher housing project
Winter Park commissioners have approved the first reading of a measure that would allow Orange County Public Schools to build housing for educators on district-owned land in the city, part of an effort to address rising housing costs for school employees.
Winter Park commissioners have approved the first reading of a measure that would allow Orange County Public Schools to build housing for educators on district-owned land in the city, part of an effort to address rising housing costs for school employees.
Sloth facility lacked proper permits after deaths of 31 animals: Officials
Orange County inspectors say a warehouse linked to a planned Orlando attraction should never have housed live animals following the deaths of 31 sloths earlier this year.
Orange County inspectors say a warehouse linked to a planned Orlando attraction should never have housed live animals following the deaths of 31 sloths earlier this year.



















