Is the viral 'doorkick' challenge dangerous? Sheriff gives warning
After teens were caught on video kicking in doors in Deltona, leading to one arrest, authorities are warning the viral "door kicking" challenge is dangerous. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood believes if these incidents continue, someone could die, FOX 35's Chris Lindsay reported.
After teens were caught on video kicking in doors in Deltona, leading to one arrest, authorities are warning the viral "door kicking" challenge is dangerous. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood believes if these incidents continue, someone could die, FOX 35's Chris Lindsay reported.
Deputies use "grappler" tool to apprehend shooting suspects
Orange County deputies used a specialized "Grappler" tool to end a high-speed pursuit and arrest two suspects connected to a shooting at the Kingswood Apartments on April 12. The sheriff's office said this tool helps "bring dangerous situations to a safer end."
Orange County deputies used a specialized "Grappler" tool to end a high-speed pursuit and arrest two suspects connected to a shooting at the Kingswood Apartments on April 12. The sheriff's office said this tool helps "bring dangerous situations to a safer end."
Kid arrested after kicking door, part of viral TikTok challenge
Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood has stern warning for kids kicking homeowners' doors, apparently part of a TikTok challenge, that they may choose the wrong house -- and get shot. He told parents to talk to their kids. VSO released this montage of video clips, which show a 12-year-old boy being handcuffed and arrested after he allegedly kicked someone's door and then ran away. The incident was caught on home surveillance video. In the video, a deputy talks to the boy, who is seated inside a patrol vehicle, about the seriousness of the situation, but encouraging him that he can be better in the future.
Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood has stern warning for kids kicking homeowners' doors, apparently part of a TikTok challenge, that they may choose the wrong house -- and get shot. He told parents to talk to their kids. VSO released this montage of video clips, which show a 12-year-old boy being handcuffed and arrested after he allegedly kicked someone's door and then ran away. The incident was caught on home surveillance video. In the video, a deputy talks to the boy, who is seated inside a patrol vehicle, about the seriousness of the situation, but encouraging him that he can be better in the future.
20-foot wide Maitland sinkhole: Cars damaged
A 20-foot-wide sinkhole has formed underneath Wymore Road in Maitland, according to city officials. The depression, which was spotted just after 12 a.m. on Friday, prompted the closure of Wymore Road. City officials are urging drivers and residents to avoid the area until further notice.
A 20-foot-wide sinkhole has formed underneath Wymore Road in Maitland, according to city officials. The depression, which was spotted just after 12 a.m. on Friday, prompted the closure of Wymore Road. City officials are urging drivers and residents to avoid the area until further notice.
Mr. Ginger, smallest and youngest rescued Sloth World sloth, has died, zoo says
Mr. Ginger, the youngest and smallest sloth rescued from Sloth World Orlando and brought to the Central Florida Zoo, has died, the zoo said. He was humanely euthanized on Friday afternoon, FOX 35 has learned.
Mr. Ginger, the youngest and smallest sloth rescued from Sloth World Orlando and brought to the Central Florida Zoo, has died, the zoo said. He was humanely euthanized on Friday afternoon, FOX 35 has learned.
Atlantic hurricane season 2026: Storm names
The first five names for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season are Arthur, Bertha, Cristobal, Dolly, and Edouard.
The first five names for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season are Arthur, Bertha, Cristobal, Dolly, and Edouard.
More than 100K teething toys recalled after nearly a dozen choking incidents
A major recall has been issued for more than 100,000 children’s teething toys after reports linked the products to serious choking hazards.
A major recall has been issued for more than 100,000 children’s teething toys after reports linked the products to serious choking hazards.
National Hurricane Center issues first tropical outlook for 2026 season
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) issued its first daily tropical outlook for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season – and good news, no tropical cyclone activity is expected over the next seven days.
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) issued its first daily tropical outlook for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season – and good news, no tropical cyclone activity is expected over the next seven days.
FBI offering $200K reward for former counterintelligence agent charged for spying for Iran
Monica Witt, an ex-U.S. service member and counterintelligence agent, is accused of providing classified national defense information to Iran.
Monica Witt, an ex-U.S. service member and counterintelligence agent, is accused of providing classified national defense information to Iran.
Trump says White House ballroom construction ahead of schedule; here’s when it will be completed
Trump says the White House’s new $400 million ballroom is ahead of schedule. Here's when it is set to open.
Trump says the White House’s new $400 million ballroom is ahead of schedule. Here's when it is set to open.
Rapper Kodak Black arrested in Florida for 2nd time this month, records show
Rapper Kodak Black has been arrested in Florida for a second time this month, just a week after he was booked into the Orange County Jail on a drug trafficking charge.
Rapper Kodak Black has been arrested in Florida for a second time this month, just a week after he was booked into the Orange County Jail on a drug trafficking charge.
20% of homebuyers are Gen Z — here’s where they’re buying
Gen Z is becoming a growing force in the U.S. housing market, now accounting for nearly 1 in 5 mortgage requests nationwide. Here’s where they are buying.
Gen Z is becoming a growing force in the U.S. housing market, now accounting for nearly 1 in 5 mortgage requests nationwide. Here’s where they are buying.
Why are flags at half-staff today in the US? What to know
Flags are flying at half-staff across the country today in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day, which recognizes law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty.
Flags are flying at half-staff across the country today in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day, which recognizes law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty.
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Claudine Longet, singer and actress who shot Olympic skier Spider Sabich, dies
French singer and actor Claudine Longet has died at age 84. She became infamous after being charged with the fatal shooting of her boyfriend, Olympic skier Vladimir “Spider" Sabich, in 1976.
French singer and actor Claudine Longet has died at age 84. She became infamous after being charged with the fatal shooting of her boyfriend, Olympic skier Vladimir “Spider" Sabich, in 1976.
Iran latest: Trump says China wants Strait of Hormuz reopened, opposes tolls
During his two-day summit in China, President Trump met with Chinese President Xi who relayed to him his opposition to Iran's tolls at the Strait of Hormuz. China also agreed the waterway should be reopened "as soon as possible."
During his two-day summit in China, President Trump met with Chinese President Xi who relayed to him his opposition to Iran's tolls at the Strait of Hormuz. China also agreed the waterway should be reopened "as soon as possible."
Sinkhole shuts down section of Wymore Road in Maitland, officials say
A section of Wymore Road in Maitland is closed after a 20-foot-wide sinkhole formed underneath both lanes of the road, according to city officials.
A section of Wymore Road in Maitland is closed after a 20-foot-wide sinkhole formed underneath both lanes of the road, according to city officials.
New video shows suspect fleeing after Sanford temple fire
Newly released video shows the moments after a man allegedly set fire inside a Buddhist temple in Sanford before leading police on a multi-county chase, authorities said.
Newly released video shows the moments after a man allegedly set fire inside a Buddhist temple in Sanford before leading police on a multi-county chase, authorities said.
Pulse Memorial design 60% completed, officials say
Orlando officials say the Pulse memorial design is now about 60% complete ahead of the 10-year anniversary of the 2016 nightclub shooting.
Orlando officials say the Pulse memorial design is now about 60% complete ahead of the 10-year anniversary of the 2016 nightclub shooting.
Heriberto Medina Marquez: Suspect accused of ambushing deputy attacked law enforcement before
Newly released video shows a Marion County sheriff's deputy being stabbed multiple times in the chest during what investigators describe as an ambush attack, with authorities saying the deputy survived because he was wearing a protective vest.
Newly released video shows a Marion County sheriff's deputy being stabbed multiple times in the chest during what investigators describe as an ambush attack, with authorities saying the deputy survived because he was wearing a protective vest.