Chancelor Winn
Chancelor Winn joined FOX 35 Orlando as a reporter and multimedia journalist in January 2025.
He spent the last several years reporting in Cincinnati, Ohio, but he is no stranger to Florida. Chancelor was born and raised in Jacksonville, before moving to Gulf Breeze for high school and college. He graduated from the University of West Florida.
Chancelor got his start in journalism in Biloxi, Mississippi, where he reported on the COVID-19 pandemic, and brought live coverage from the Gulf Coast during major hurricanes. He also worked in New Orleans and Lake Charles, Louisiana, where he covered the aftermath and cleanup as storms and hurricanes impacted those areas.
Chancelor was awarded "Reporter of the Year" by the Mississippi Association of Broadcasters. He was nominated for an Emmy by the Ohio Valley chapter.
He is a huge Jacksonville Jaguars fan, DUUUVAL! and LSU (Geaux Tigers)! Outside of work, he enjoys running and checking out some of Central Florida's best lakes and trails.
The latest from Chancelor Winn
Possible arsonist in Palm Bay? 10 fires burn in The Compound in 2 days
Fire crews are addressing a brush fire at Palm Bay's The Compound after nine brush fires were put out the night before.
Drowning awareness, rescue stations abruptly pulled from Cocoa Beach. What we know.
In between staffed lifeguard towers along Cocoa Beach – some a mile apart – are unstaffed posts with drowning prevention tips and a flotation device.
Kissimmee mayor, commissioner face investigation after ethics complaints
Kissimmee city commissioners moved forward with a formal request for an independent investigation into Mayor Jackie Espinosa and Commissioner Janette Martinez after ethics complaints were filed.
AI-generated images used in scam targeting owners of missing dog
A Florida family searching for their missing dog says scammers used AI-generated images to try to extort nearly $2,800 by falsely claiming the pet needed emergency surgery after being hit by a car.
Sheriff sends stern warning to social media promoters of 'Daytona Beach Takeover' event
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood is warning social media promoters against a "Daytona Beach Takeover" event after flyers were posted on social media sites.
Daytona Beach audit: Claims of 'free-for-all' spending spark calls for accountability
An audit has found that Daytona Beach city officials have largely ignored purchasing policies in place since 2006, raising concerns over accountability and oversight.
Daytona Beach audit: Fire chief claims $50K in charges are from other city department as well
A contentious city commission meeting stretched for hours as officials debated findings from a recent audit of the city’s fire department that raised concerns about spending and oversight.
Artemis II traffic concerns: Titusville officials warn of gridlock as crowds flock to Space Coast for launch
Residents of the Space Coast are bracing for a massive influx of visitors ahead of the Artemis II launch. Local authorities are warning those living in Brevard County about the crowds and potential traffic jams.
Tree crashes through Orange City home, injuring teen and displacing family
An Orange City family has been forced into a hotel after a massive tree crashed through the roof of their rental home on Sunday evening, injuring a teenager inside.
