Crash scheme? Man arrested for allegedly staging crash
A Florida man was arrested after deputies say he staged a car crash. Now, the crash victim claimed the passengers faked injuries and the driver crashed into him.
A Florida man was arrested after deputies say he staged a car crash. Now, the crash victim claimed the passengers faked injuries and the driver crashed into him.
Chaos at ICON Park: Thousands of Florida teens 'takeover' public space
Florida residents are speaking out after an alleged teen takeover at ICON Park on April 25 resulted in nine arrests. People became afraid when the teens started running, leaving those nearby not sure what was happening.
Florida residents are speaking out after an alleged teen takeover at ICON Park on April 25 resulted in nine arrests. People became afraid when the teens started running, leaving those nearby not sure what was happening.
Orlando 'Sloth World' death count rises; customers demand refunds
Bandit, a sloth transported to Orlando for the now closed "Sloth World" is in intensive care after suffering from GI issues and electrolyte imbalances.
Bandit, a sloth transported to Orlando for the now closed "Sloth World" is in intensive care after suffering from GI issues and electrolyte imbalances.
Sloth World animal death count increases, FWC reports show
After Sloth World planned to open a sloth exhibit in Orlando, records released by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission show that tens of sloths died before the exhibit was set to take place. Now, the Central Florida Zoo is caring for 13 sloths that arrived underweight and dehydrated, one of which is in critical condition.
After Sloth World planned to open a sloth exhibit in Orlando, records released by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission show that tens of sloths died before the exhibit was set to take place. Now, the Central Florida Zoo is caring for 13 sloths that arrived underweight and dehydrated, one of which is in critical condition.
Orlando PM Weather Forecast: 90 degree heat, rain incoming
As temperature highs rise into the high 80s to low 90s this week, isolated showers hit parts of Osceola, Orange and Volusia counties.
As temperature highs rise into the high 80s to low 90s this week, isolated showers hit parts of Osceola, Orange and Volusia counties.
Fights broke out, deputies hurt in ICON park teen 'takeover'
Over 1,000 teenagers swarmed ICON Park on International Drive over the weekend, part of an apparent "takeover' event. The Orange County Sheriff's office said the takeover was organized through social media, though there's not a single promoter identified.
Over 1,000 teenagers swarmed ICON Park on International Drive over the weekend, part of an apparent "takeover' event. The Orange County Sheriff's office said the takeover was organized through social media, though there's not a single promoter identified.
Icon Park takeover: 9 arrests, 2 deputies hurt after 1,000+ teens swarm Orlando entertainment complex
More than 1,000 teenagers descended on ICON Park over the weekend – allegedly as part of a social media "takeover" event – leading to numerous fights and arrests, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office said.
More than 1,000 teenagers descended on ICON Park over the weekend – allegedly as part of a social media "takeover" event – leading to numerous fights and arrests, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office said.
Disney Imagineers share peek at updated Disney World coasters
Walt Disney Imagineering recently shared a behind-the-scenes look at work on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, which are both set to open in May.
Walt Disney Imagineering recently shared a behind-the-scenes look at work on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, which are both set to open in May.
Central Florida Weather Forecast, Mon 4/27/2026 - Meteorologist Brooks Garner
Heat builds this week, with a chance for strong to severe storms by early next week. Late April and early May are classic transition season in Florida, and we will feel that change in the days ahead. Meteorologist Brooks Garner breaks down the heat, humidity, and the potential impacts from a complex storm system moving toward our region.
Heat builds this week, with a chance for strong to severe storms by early next week. Late April and early May are classic transition season in Florida, and we will feel that change in the days ahead. Meteorologist Brooks Garner breaks down the heat, humidity, and the potential impacts from a complex storm system moving toward our region.
Orange County deputies remove 11-foot alligator near apartments
Orange County deputies remove 11-foot alligator near apartments
Orange County deputies remove 11-foot alligator near apartments
Standoff ends in Winter Park, suspect surrenders: officials
Winter Park Police officers responded to a reported crisis situation Friday evening that led to a prolonged standoff and eventual arrest.
Winter Park Police officers responded to a reported crisis situation Friday evening that led to a prolonged standoff and eventual arrest.
31 sloths died at Sloth World Orlando-owned warehouse: FWC reports
(Update 4/24/26): The Central Florida Zoo said more than a dozen sloths from Sloth World had been donated to them. The zoo is going to evaluate them and then work with the Species Survival Plan Program to find long-term homes for them at other AZA-accredited facilities. Read more.
(Update 4/24/26): The Central Florida Zoo said more than a dozen sloths from Sloth World had been donated to them. The zoo is going to evaluate them and then work with the Species Survival Plan Program to find long-term homes for them at other AZA-accredited facilities. Read more.
13 two-toed sloths donated to Central Florida Zoo from Sloth World Orlando
Editor's note: The Central Florida Zoo originally said 14 sloths had been transferred from Sloth World.
Editor's note: The Central Florida Zoo originally said 14 sloths had been transferred from Sloth World.
Sloth World Orlando to file for bankruptcy, will no longer open; 'we have no other options'
The owner of Sloth World Orlando confirmed to FOX 35 on Friday afternoon that he plans to file for bankruptcy protection, and that he will no longer move forward with plans to open his "slotharium."
The owner of Sloth World Orlando confirmed to FOX 35 on Friday afternoon that he plans to file for bankruptcy protection, and that he will no longer move forward with plans to open his "slotharium."
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.
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.
1 hurt in Apopka shooting, suspect in custody, deputies say
The Orange County Sheriff's Office said a man has been rushed to the hospital in critical condition after a shooting Thursday morning in Apopka. A suspect believed to be connected to the shooting has been taken into custody, deputies said.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office said a man has been rushed to the hospital in critical condition after a shooting Thursday morning in Apopka. A suspect believed to be connected to the shooting has been taken into custody, deputies said.
New ramp to open at I-4 and Sand Lake Road interchange
The Florida Department of Transportation said it will open a new ramp system at the Interstate 4 and Sand Lake Road interchange.
The Florida Department of Transportation said it will open a new ramp system at the Interstate 4 and Sand Lake Road interchange.
4 arrested in alleged fake immigration law office fraud scheme in Orlando
Four people are facing extortion and fraud charges in connection with what authorities say was a fake immigration law office that stole millions of dollars from vulnerable victims.
Four people are facing extortion and fraud charges in connection with what authorities say was a fake immigration law office that stole millions of dollars from vulnerable victims.