Orlando weather: Near-record heat on the way
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FOX 35 meteorologist Brooks Garner explains how warm it could get in Orlando this week -- and what's causing the heatwave. 

Lego unveils new Star Wars sets, Peanuts Snoopy, and more at Toy Fair 2026

Lego is once again going to a galaxy far, far away with several new Star Wars sets being released, all with the Lego Smart Play technology. Lego unveiled its new collections at Toy Fair 2026.

Osceola County nursery building ignites after brush fire spreads, officials say

A fast-moving brush fire in Osceola County on Sunday spread to a nearby manufacturing facility that produces plastics for commercial nurseries, sending huge plumes of black columns high into the air. Here's the good news: Less than 24 hours later, that fire is contained and under control, according to Osceola County Fire Rescue.

Tyler Reddick talks Daytona 500 win
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Tyler Reddick won the 2026 Daytona 500 on Sunday, Feb. 15, at Daytona International Speedway. Hours after his win, he talked with FOX 35's Marley Capper about the the race. 

4 kids shot near downtown Orlando, police say

Four kids were taken to the hospital on Sunday after a shooting in Orlando, according to the Orlando Police Department.

Attention artists: The 2026 National Veterans Day poster contest is now open

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Veterans Day National Committee are accepting applications for this year’s Veterans Day poster contest.

Volusia County deputy saves woman from DeLand house fire, officials say

Bodycam video released by the Volusia County Sheriff's Office shows deputy Austin Graham pulling a woman to safety from a burning house.

Orlando weather: Showers linger into overnight with cooler temperatures arriving on President's Day

Thunderstorms swept into Central Florida late Sunday, drenching fans as they left the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway and prompting warnings of gusty winds and possible isolated tornadoes.

Tyler Reddick wins Daytona 500 in chaotic finish
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Tyler Reddick captured his first Daytona 500 victory Sunday night, surviving a chaotic final lap and delivering a milestone win for team co-owners Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin.

I-95 reopens in Volusia County after brush fire closes road, burns 20 vehicles at campground: Officials

A brush fire that began with a vehicle blaze along Interstate 95 forced the temporary closure of the highway in both directions in Volusia County on Sunday, snarling traffic as fans left the nearby speedway.

Brush fire sparked by vehicle blaze shuts down I-95
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A brush fire that began with a vehicle blaze along Interstate 95 forced the temporary closure of the highway in both directions in Volusia County on Sunday, snarling traffic as fans left the nearby speedway.

DHS shutdown: Border czar Tom Homan signals no compromising on masks

Border czar Tom Homan said this weekend that the administration was unwilling to agree to Democrats' demands that ICE officers clearly identify themselves and remove masks during operations.

Watch: Smiling toddler gets stuck inside claw machine while parents aren't looking

It only took 15 seconds for 2-year-old Cooper to get stuck inside a claw machine while his parents were momentarily distracted. The smiling toddler didn’t seem to mind.

Woman assaulted by former Flagler County paramedic speaks out
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Rebecca Murphy was an unconscious patient in a Flagler County ambulance when a paramedic sexually assaulted her. The former paramedic, James Melady, was convicted of sexual battery. Now, Murphy shares her story. 

Orlando weather: Daytona 500 forecast; tornado watch; strong thunderstorm threat, timeline, impacts

If you're headed to the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway, it's going to be hot and windy, but, most importantly, the potential for rain should stay away long enough for the race to go on, according to the FOX 35 Storm Team. However, Sunday night is when the threat of strong, severe thunderstorms arrives.