Alexus Cleavenger
Alexus Cleavenger is a reporter for FOX 35 Orlando and a proud Central Florida native.
She joined FOX 35 in January 2026 – and is thrilled to be back home telling the stories of the community where she grew up.
Prior to joining FOX 35, Alexus spent three years in Jacksonville reporting at WFOX/WJAX, where she covered the deadly shooting at Florida State University, as well as the mass shooting at a Dollar General. She also extensively covered Florida's hurricane season, including hurricanes Debby, Helene, and Milton.
She graduated from the University of Florida in 2022, where she won a student Edward R. Murrow Award for her coverage on Hurricane Ian.
In her free time, she loves exercising, spending time with family, trying new coffee shops and cheering on the Florida Gators!
The latest from Alexus Cleavenger
Large hole opens in Orange County neighborhood, forcing families from homes
An Orange County homeowner returned from work Wednesday to find emergency crews surrounding a large hole in his front yard.
Woman pulled over on Colonial Drive loses leg after being struck by hit-and-run driver
A 25-year-old woman heading to watch the sunrise before starting a new job was severely hurt after being struck by a hit-and-run driver on Colonial Drive.
Florida man allegedly staged car crash that hurt family of four, deputies say
More than a year after a family of four was hurt in a crash in Orange County, Florida, detectives have arrested a man for allegedly staging the crash, known as the "left turn wave-thru."
Puppy left with 2 broken legs after DeLand dog attack, owner says
Cristina Gonzalez said she was walking her 6-month-old dog Louie in her DeLand neighborhood last week when a much larger, unleashed dog charged them from behind.
Florida woman found dead in car, neighbor dead amid suspected property line fight: 'She was just sweet'
A Lake County community is in shock and mourning after a woman was found dead in her car, suspected of being killed by her next-door neighbor amid a years-long fight over their property lines.
Former non-profit employee accused of embezzling over $40K from organization
The former Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Heart of Florida United Way is facing charges after investigators say he embezzled more than $40,000 from the nonprofit.
Loose dog attacks 3-month-old Yorkie pup in Orlando neighborhood: 'It started charging us'
A late-night bathroom break in the front yard turned into a nightmare for a Florida family when their three-month-old puppy was attacked by a loose dog in the neighborhood.
'Just got smacked': Florida 14-year-old credits helmet for saving life in crash
A 14-year-old boy recovering from a severe bike crash credits one simple piece of gear for saving his life: his helmet.Jabari Hill suffered seven fractures, back injuries, and road rash when he was struck by a car while crossing the street in Orange County earlier this month.
Lake Eola swans head to new homes ahead of $60 million park renovation
As part of a $60 million park renovation, the City of Orlando is rehoming its iconic Lake Eola swans to a specialized facility for exotic animals.
FHP seek hit-and-run driver after boy, 11, hit while on e-bike in Orange County
An 11-year-old boy is recovering from a broken bone, bruises and scrapes after being hit by a car while riding his e-scooter.