Florida kidney donation success story
FOX 35 News sits down with Victoria "Tori" Myers, Catherine Rivera, Eddie Rivera, and Colton Myers about their successful kidney donation success story.
Celebrating Earth Day with eco-friendly fashion
In celebration of Earth Day, Alyssa Bolanos, an eco-conscious creator and owner of "Oh Eco" in Orlando, shares practical tips for embracing sustainable fashion. She also highlights Wekiva Island's upcoming Earth Day celebration, scheduled for April 25.
Apopka man arrested for 1991 deadly stabbing
The St. Cloud Police Department has arrested 72-year-old Gene Stuller in connection to the 1991 murder of Julia Sue Wilbanks, solving a cold case that remained unsolved for 33 years. Police Chief Douglas Goerke joins Good Day Orlando to discuss the case.
Apopka man arrested in cold case, unsolved for 33 years
St. Cloud police have arrested 72-year-old Gene Stuller in connection to the 1991 murder of Julia Sue Wilbanks, solving a cold case that remained unsolved for 33 years. DNA advancements led investigators to identify Stuller as a suspect earlier this year. St. Cloud Police Chief Douglas Goerke joins FOX 35 to talk about the arrest.
Jeep owners clean beach in Daytona on Earth Day
This Earth Day, FOX 35's David Martin heads over to Daytona Beach to hang out with hundreds of Jeep owners as they spend the morning cleaning the sandy shores near and around the Hard Rock Hotel. The public is invited to join the fun and dump trash in the dumpster for prizes as part of the event.
Backstreet Boy opening new restaurant in Central Florida
Backstreet Boy Howie Dorough has opened a restaurant, lounge and condo complex called "Coa" in Cocoa Beach, Florida. The restaurant and lounge are located in a five-story oceanfront condo complex called "The Surf." The Surf is a high-end development, with all the condos reportedly sold out. Coa serves modern American cuisine with global influences, and the Coa Lounge is a Floridaterranean cocktail lounge.
Stephan Sterns to appear in court hearing today
Stephan Sterns, the man accused of raping and murdering 13-year-old Madeline Soto, is seeking to delay a scheduled suppression hearing, citing newly obtained "confidential information," according to court records. The defense hopes to prevent jurors from seeing evidence from Sterns’ phone and Google account, which they claim was unlawfully obtained, though prosecutors argue he gave consent. A hearing to determine whether the delay will be granted is set for this morning.
Eli Lilly launches new weight loss drug pill
Eli Lilly is launching a new weight loss option -- a pill vs. an injectable. The new weight loss pill, orforglipron, is a once-daily oral GLP-1 receptor agonist that is designed to lower blood sugar and help with weight loss. Experts are watching to see how it competes with Novo Nordisk, the maker of Ozempic and Wegovy, other weight-loss options. Editor's note: An earlier description incorrectly said Eli Lilly manufactured Ozempic. That is not correct.
Former FOX 35 employee describes meeting Pope Francis
A funeral has been scheduled for Pope Francis on Saturday. The Pope died at age 88 of a stroke and heart failure. Former FOX 35 employee Lauren Holley talks about her experience of meeting the Pope in 2022.
Orange County commission to discuss important items today
The Orange County Board of County Commissioners is meeting today, with a few important items up for discussion on the agenda. The items include rezoning land for new transitional housing, increasing LYNX bus services and a tourist development tax sports incentive.
Brevard County could issue burn ban today
The dry conditions are continuing across Central Florida, causing brush fires to spark up in the area. To help prevent those fires, a burn ban could go into effect in Brevard County today.
Lion photobombs wedding ceremony pictures
A couple recently had their Brevard Zoo wedding crashed by an unexpected friendly visitor, when a large lion made a special appearance to watch the happy pair speak their vows.
Barefoot gator wrangler stops Easter dinner to help woman
Florida barefoot alligator wrangler Mike Dragich, aka "The Blue Collar Brawler," struck again after he recently helped a Jacksonville woman who spotted a large alligator in her yard. He joined Good Day Xtra on Monday to talk about it.
America's Most Wanted season premiere
'America's Most Wanted' will have its season premiere on April 21 at 9 p.m. on FOX 35.
Life with a child with autism
FOX 35 speaks with Chief Clinical Officer Quatiba Davis about life with a child with autism for World Autism Month.
Dirty Dog Organic Farm
FOX 35's David Martin pays a visit to the Dirty Dog Organic Farm in Leesburg, Florida.
Former Florida Supreme Court justice releases new book
FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt speaks with former Florida Supreme Court Justice James E.C. Perry about his new memoir.
Is homeownership still the American dream?
At least 82% of Americans say owning a home is part of the American Dream, according to Bankrate’s 2025 Home Affordability Survey. Chief Financial Analyst Greg McBride shares more on the topic.
Dad of 2018 shooting victim speaks after FSU shooting
Jeff Binkley was scheduled to deliver a speech about campus safety on Thursday evening at Florida State University when a gunman opened fire on campus, killing two people and injuring six others. Binkley is the father of Maura Binkley, a 21-year-old FSU student who was one of two victims killed in the Tallahassee Hot Yoga studio shooting on November 2, 2018.
Orlando Magic lose game one to the Celtics
Derrick White scored 30 points, Jayson Tatum had 17 points and finished the game after a scary late fall, and the Boston Celtics beat the Orlando Magic 103-86 in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series Sunday. Brandon Kravitz shares game highlights and talks about the next games.