Bats invade Central Florida apartments

Bats are invading apartments across Central Florida during the peak of bat maternity season. They are protected year-round in Florida, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

Port Canaveral asked to reconsider terminal

State officials have urged Port Canaveral to reconsider its plan to prioritize cruise development over space industry needs, warning that the port could lose funding if it proceeds with a new cruise terminal. In May, the port announced that the facility's north side was the optimal location for a new cruise terminal, citing the existing infrastructure and a completion target of 2026. However, the Florida Department of Commerce and Transportation disagrees with the decision.

Eustis leads Florida with school zone speed cameras

The City of Eustis has become the first in Florida to implement school zone speed cameras, a move that Eustis Police Chief Craig Capri says is drawing interest from law enforcement agencies across the state.

Sarah Boone wins request to remove handcuffs

A Florida woman, Sarah Boone, who is representing herself in her murder trial, will not be required to wear handcuffs in the courtroom. Boone is accused of zipping her boyfriend into a suitcase and leaving him to die. On Monday, Boone filed a handwritten motion requesting "reasonable freedom in movement," asking to be "unshackled and unhandcuffed" to function more effectively during the trial.

Thieves targeting mail carriers for universal keys

Thieves are increasingly targeting mail carriers for their universal keys, which can unlock every mailbox in apartment complexes and neighborhoods. In Polk County, a suspect armed with a gun confronted a mail carrier, demanding the key before fleeing the scene. The incident occurred on August 1 around 3 p.m. on Oak Circle in Poinciana.

Construction delays may postpone start of school

As the final weekend of summer vacation winds down, some students in Orange County may have to wait a few extra days before heading back to class due to ongoing construction at their schools.

Girl, 17, charged in deadly drug deal in Pierson

A 17-year-old girl has been arrested in Volusia County in connection with a fatal drug deal. Authorities report that the teenager allegedly arranged a meeting with a 17-year-old boy in Pierson to purchase a quarter pound of marijuana.

5 arrests in string of car break-ins, police say

Four teens and one man have been arrested in connection to several attempted car break-ins in Orlando near Lake Eola, police said. A 13, 15, 16, 17, and 20-year-old are all accused of trying to break into cars near Pine St and Eola Drive on August 5.

Mental health agencies help first responders

Lake County is preparing for the funeral services of Master Deputy Bradley Link. He was killed in an ambush one week ago Friday. The funeral doesn’t mean deputies here are turning a page as they are still struggling. However, there are several mental health agencies hoping to help.

Woman dead, man shot by police in Palm Bay

A woman was found dead inside a home in Palm Bay early Friday morning, and a man has been taken to the hospital after he reportedly shot at officers, who fired back, striking him.

Sarah Boone gets court motion win; will be uncuffed during trial

Sarah Boone, the Florida woman charged with second-degree murder in the death of her boyfriend inside their Winter Park home, was granted her first motion after she was ordered to represent herself at her upcoming trial. Boone requested thats she not be shackled during future hearings and trial.

Beating the heat during Lake Mary HS football practice

Parts of Central Florida are under a heart advisory. FOX 35's Morgan Parrish stopped by Lake Mary High School to learn about safety devices the school is using to measure the heat on the field in order to keep the players safe during practice.