Manny Martinez
Manny Martinez joined FOX 35 News in July 2023 as a reporter and weekend anchor.
Prior to FOX 35, Martinez worked at WBTW (CBS) in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina as an anchor and reporter. He covered Hurricane Ian’s second American landfall in 2022 and the suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down off the Myrtle Beach area coast in February 2023.
Born and raised in the Chicago suburb of Glenview, Illinois, Manny's love for broadcasting began in high school, where he was part of the school's radio and television programs. He studied broadcast and digital journalism at Syracuse University and graduated in 2021. He also has a minor in political science.
Manny is a member of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists.
He is an avid Chicago Cubs fan and splits season tickets with a group of friends. He’s also a fan of all things racing: IndyCar, NASCAR and Formula 1. He goes to the Indianapolis 500 every year. You can bet he’ll be at Daytona for a race!
Manny loves to play pickleball and ride his bike in his spare time. Don’t be afraid to say hi if you see him on the streets.
The latest from Manny Martinez
UCF Police investigating whether Sigma Chi fraternity used cars to hit pledges
UCF police are investigating hazing allegations against Sigma Chi, including claims pledges were forced to stand in front of moving cars.
Suspect arrested in 2023 police chase that resulted in crash that killed woman
A Florida man has been arrested two years after authorities said he led police officers on a police chase that ended in a crash that killed 28-year-old woman.
Scam artist extradited after stealing elderly woman's life's savings, deputies say
A suspected fraudster was welcomed to Florida by Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood.
Former condo association president embezzled $1M over 10 years, deputies say
A former condominium owners' association president is accused of stealing $1 million over the course of a decade from the association, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office.
Bodycam video: Clermont standoff ends in apparent murder-suicide after suspect fires at police, victims ID'd
Clermont police released body camera footage of a deadly standoff at the Cottonwood Apartments on Wednesday.
Seminole Towne Center mall portion closes for good, as redevelopment begins
The mall inside the Seminole Towne Center closed for good Friday night. While the anchor stores, Dick's Sporting Goods; JC Penney; Dillard's and Elev8 Fun will remain, the rest of the mall is slated for redevelopment.
Republicans in Tallahassee clash with Gov. DeSantis over immigration bill
Republicans in the Florida Legislature are in a battle with Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Orlando International Airport plans $650 million baggage handling upgrades
As people arrive at Orlando International Airport, many can't wait to start their vacation or simply get back home.
Volusia County Council rejects proposed moratorium on new development
Volusia County Council nixed a proposed development moratorium at a special meeting Tuesday night.
Seminole Towne Center Mall in Sanford to close for major redevelopment: What we know so far
The mall portion of the Seminole Towne Center in Sanford now has its closing date.