20 years since Hurricane Charley's land fall
Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024, marked 20 years since Hurricane Charley made landfall in Southwest Florida at Punta Gorda as a Category 4 storm, wreaking havoc across the state. The powerful hurricane then barreled through Central Florida, including Kissimmee and Orlando, causing approximately $17 billion in damage.
Changes ahead for Florida athletes with NIL law
This school year marks a significant shift for high school athletes in Florida. The state has become the 36th in the nation to allow student-athletes to profit from their name, image, and likeness (NIL).
Port Orange woman loses part of carport in storm
On Monday night, a Port Orange woman experienced the full force of a Florida storm when powerful winds destroyed her carport, sending debris flying across her street.
Green iguanas now invading Central Florida
One of the most pervasive invasive species is on the move to Central Florida. We’re talking about the infamous green iguanas. There are thousands in the south part of the state, but sightings are increasing in our neck of the woods. Concerns for public health are also on the rise as the reptiles reproduce.
Witnesses recall night of shooting of AJ Owens
The manslaughter trial for Susan Lorincz, the woman accused of shooting her neighbor, mother of four Ajike "AJ" Owens, through her front door, officially began Tuesday. Lorincz, who has remained in custody in Marion County on one charge of manslaughter with a firearm, was arrested on June 2, 2023, after fatally shooting Owens after a confrontation.
Woman shot, killed by brother-in-law, police say
The Palm Bay Police Department has provided an update on a shooting involving three officers who were responding to a reported domestic disturbance last week.
Video shows teen shot inside 7-Eleven by deputy
Newly released body camera footage shows the moments leading up to a deadly deputy-involved shooting that occurred last month inside a 7-Eleven on West Oak Ridge Road in Orange County.
Susan Lorincz manslaughter trial: Deputies recall night of shooting
The manslaughter trial for Susan Lorincz began on Tuesday morning. Three deputies with the Marion County Sheriff's Office testified on Tuesday afternoon. They recalled the aftermath of the shooting in the Ocala neighborhood.
Susan Lorincz manslaughter trial: 911 call played in court
The manslaughter trial for Susan Lorincz began on Tuesday morning. The 911 operator who received the call from Lorincz on the night of the shooting in June 2023 was in court. The 911 audio was played for the jurors, which depicts Lorincz telling the operator that she shot her neighbor, Ajike "AJ" Owens.
WATCH: Possible lightning bolt causes spark, dirt explosion outside Florida home
Lightning is no stranger to Florida. Earlier this week, a Florida homeowner's security camera appeared to capture a powerful lightning strike, causing a loud boom, and apparently sending dirt flying into the air.
Susan Lorincz manslaughter trial: Neighbor testifies
A 22-year-old man who lived in the Ocala neighborhood where the deadly shooting of Ajike "AJ" Owens occurred took the stand during the manslaughter trial of accused killer Susan Lorincz.
Susan Lorincz manslaughter trial: Defense makes opening statement
The manslaughter trial for Susan Lorincz began on Tuesday morning. Public defender Morris Carranza made the defense's opening statement.
Susan Lorincz manslaughter trial: Prosecutor makes opening statement
The manslaughter trial for Susan Lorincz began on Tuesday morning. Assistant State Attorney Adam Smith made the prosecution's opening statement.
Susan Lorincz manslaughter trial: Judge reminds jury of rules
The manslaughter trial for Susan Lorincz began on Tuesday morning. Ahead of opening statement, Judge Robert Hodges reminded jurors to keep information about the case confidential.
The team behind Orlando Airport's hilarious social media
Witty, clever, and engaging. You'll likely read their hilarious millennial-focused posts if you follow Orlando International Airport (MCO) on Facebook, Instagram, or X. FOX 35's Marley Capper talks to the people behind the airport's social media team to learn a bit more about how they come up with their posts -- and why.
20 years since devastating Hurricane Charley hit Florida
It's been 20 years since Hurricane Charley made landfall near Port Charlotte, Florida, as a devastating Category 4 storm.
WATCH: Possible lightning strike in Florida caught on camera
The might of a lightning bolt all caught on a home security camera. You can see the flame spark right next to the tree. FOX 345 viewer David Houghton, of Ocoee, sent us this video. He' said it was the scariest and closest he's ever come to a lightning strike.
Omari Jones returns from Paris Olympics with medal
Orlando boxer and newly crowned bronze medalist Omari Jones returned from Paris to a hero's welcome as friends and family gathered to celebrate his achievement.
Orlando approves new nightclub ordinance
In a unanimous vote, Orlando City Commissioners lifted a moratorium on new bar and nightclub construction and imposed a limit on the distance between existing bars or clubs. The construction moratorium was enacted in 2023 after shootings and reported violence downtown.
Commissioner budgets $19.5K for Lake Eola swans
An Orlando city commissioner is proposing to spend nearly $20,000 in taxpayer funds to protect and replenish the iconic swan population at Lake Eola.