Election 2024: Reactions from Rick Scott, Debbie Mucarsel-Powell
Incumbent Republican Senator Rick Scott defeated his Democratic Challenger, Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, in the race for Florida's Senate seat. FOX 35's Hannah MacKenzie and Stephanie Buffamonte report from each candidate's watch parties as Rick Scott celebrates his win, and Debbie Mucarsel-Powell concedes, but says her fight is far from over.
The 6 Florida amendments explained
FOX 35 digital anchor Garrett Wymer breaks down everything you need to know about the six Constitutional Amendments on the November ballot. Here's what you need to know about Amendment 1, Amendment 2, Amendment 3, Amendment 4, Amendment 5, and Amendment 6.
Meet Arnon Mishkin, head of FOX News' Decision Desk
FOX 35’s Amy Kaufeldt recently sat down with the head of FOX News’ decision desk, Arnon Mishkin. The Harvard and Yale educated consultant is one of the leading voices in the nation when it comes to calling elections and explains how he rose to prominence in the field. He’s been leading the network’s decision desk since 2008 and has a team of 9 analysts who help make the calls state by state on election night as the polls close and votes are counted. In 2020, Mishkin famously called Arizona for Joe Biden before anyone else, which was controversial at the time. He tells Amy what went into making that decision. Mishkin also explains why it could be days before we know who’ll win the 2024 presidential election.
Grady Judd: Orlando shooting symptom of larger problems
Polk Co. Sheriff Grady Judd told FOX 35's Garrett Wymer that the mass shooting in downtown Orlando points to greater societal issues at play. He praised the police response but pointed out the limits of law enforcement in situations like these.
Former Orlando police chief reacts to downtown shooting
Orlando Rolon, former Orlando police chief, joined FOX 35 news+ to talk about how officers were able to take down the suspected gunman so quickly after the mass shooting downtown.
What could sentencing look like for Sarah Boone?
Lauren Cadilac, a Texas attorney who has watched this case closely, joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about the verdict in the Suitcase Murder Trial and what sentencing could look like for convicted murderer Sarah Boone.
TROPICS | Chances of Caribbean development increase
The National Hurricane Center has upped the chances of development in the Caribbean for what could become a tropical storm or hurricane. FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Jessica Dobson discusses the possible scenarios for potential named storm "Patty" and what impacts it could have on Florida.
What Epic opening date means for 'theme park wars'
Epic Universe is scheduled to open May 22, 2025, Universal announced Thursday. Tharin White, lead publisher of EYNTK.info, joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about tickets, what the announcement means for the "theme park wars," and the pressure it puts on Disney.
Jury pool narrowed ahead of Suitcase Murder Trial
Bob Fisher, a defense attorney and former prosecutor, joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about what he would be looking for in a jury if he were trying the Sarah Boone case.
Tractor or kayak? Flood blocks Orange City neighborhood
FOX 35's Marie Edinger kayaked through a Volusia County neighborhood where neighbors have few options right now if they need to get out. If floodwaters continue to rise, those options would narrow even further.
Tracking the Tropics: Possible scenarios for Invest 94L
On FOX 35 News+, FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Noah Bergren broke down the possible scenarios for what could be future tropical storm or hurricane Nadine.
Attorney explains 'Suitcase Murder Trial' jury strategy
Criminal defense attorney Jose Rivas joined FOX 35 News+ to talk about the strategy that goes into jury selection and discusses what he would be looking for - and not looking for - in a jury if he were Sarah Boone's lawyer. FOX 35 News+ will stream the trial gavel to gavel from opening arguments through the verdict.
Casey Anthony trial judge on Suitcase Murder Trial jury
Former federal judge Belvin Perry Jr, the judge who presided over the Casey Anthony trial, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to discuss how jury selection changes for high-profile cases, like the Suitcase Murder Trial of accused killer Sarah Boone. FOX 35 News+ will cover the Suitcase Murder Trial gavel-to-gavel on FOX Local and on FOX35Orlando.com/watch
Neck-deep water in parts of DeLand neighborhood
FOX 35's Marie Edinger kayaked around a neighborhood in Volusia County where she said officials believe water in some spots may be neck-deep.
Little Wekiva River flooding Altamonte neighborhoods
FOX 35's Matt Trezza joined FOX 35 News+ to show some of the flooding that neighbors are dealing with after Hurricane Milton raised the levels of the Little Wekiva River.
Cocoa Beach mayor talks recovery after Milton
Cocoa Beach Mayor Keith Capizzi talked with FOX 35 Storm Team Meteorologist Noah Bergren live on FOX 35 News+ about the impacts his city is dealing with after Hurricane Milton.
'Suitcase murder trial' now delayed by Hurricane Milton
The trial of Sarah Boone is now scheduled to begin Oct. 14 after being postponed by Hurricane Milton. Ana Garcia, host of True Crime News, joined FOX 35 News+ on Monday morning (as jury selection was set to begin) to talk about the case, what she's watching for in the upcoming trial, and what True Crime News has learned from its correspondence with Boone.
UCF to play Florida Gators without star receiver
Independent reporter Sean Green, and host of the Charge On UCF Football podcast, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to break down star UCF receiver Xavier Townsend choosing to redshirt and transfer following the Knights' huge loss to the Colorado Buffaloes, and how that will impact the Knights in the big matchup against the Florida Gators this Saturday night.
Volusia Beach Safety on dangers of rip currents
Captain A.J. Miller, the Logistics Captain with Volusia Beach Safety, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer to go over the dangers of rip currents and the things you need to be aware of if you plan on swimming at the Florida beaches. This comes after an 86-year-old man died in Daytona Beach Shores after being caught in a rip current in October. Join FOX 35 News+ with Garrett Wymer for the latest breaking news in Central Florida and the Orlando metro.
Voter registration deadline nears for November election
If you want to vote in November's general election - which includes a presidential race, Senate race, state constitutional amendments and numerous other races - you must be registered to vote by Monday's deadline. Seminole County Supervisor of Elections Chris Anderson joined FOX 35 News+ to walk people through the process of voter registration, requesting a mail ballot and early voting.