After multiple arrests, Florida’s substitute teacher requirements under scrutiny
After several substitute teacher arrests, FOX 35 News is digging into what it takes to be considered for the job.
Memorial art installation honoring Pulse victims delayed
In February, the Pulse Memorial Advisory Committee finalized its recommendations for a memorial to honor the victims of the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting. The memorial will feature an angel ellipse, healing garden, survivor’s wall and space for individualized tributes. Although the project was originally scheduled to be completed in late summer or early fall 2027, officials now say the memorial is at least a year behind schedule.
Substitute teacher in Osceola County accused of throwing student into wall, police say
A 71-year-old substitute teacher has been arrested after allegedly throwing a student against a classroom wall at Neptune Elementary School in St. Cloud, Florida.
Woman struck, killed in Osceola County overnight crash
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) says a woman running across the street when she shouldn't have been died after she was hit by a car in the early hours of Saturday morning in Osceola County. Officials said it happened overnight on Orange Blossom Trail near The Oaks Boulevard.
Brush fires in Osceola County burn 600 acres, officials say fires at 85% containment
Two brush fires that broke out on Friday in the area of the Lake Lizzie Preserve in Osceola County have now burned 600 acres and are still only at 85% containment, officials say.
Lightning sparks brush fire in Lake Lizzie Preserve
Crews are continuing to manage a brush fire in the Lake Lizzie Preserve in Osceola County. Authorities said the fire, which broke out after a lightning strike, is about 70% contained, and no homes are in danger.
Florida sisters bring comfort to hurricane victims with handmade dolls
Inspired by the devastation of Hurricane Helene last September, a St. Cloud family has turned their living room into a makeshift doll workshop, launching a heartfelt initiative to bring comfort to children who lost everything in the storm.
Florida nurse accused of assaulting disabled woman caught on home surveillance camera
A St. Cloud, Florida woman is charged with aggravated assault of a disabled person.
Deputies searching for missing Osceola County teen
The Osceola County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 16-year-old boy who disappeared Wednesday.
Loose Central Florida kangaroo captured; owner facing charges
A kangaroo that was spotted hopping down a road in Saint Cloud, Florida, has been safely captured and is now staying at the Amazing Animals Wildlife Preserve.
Kangaroo caught after hopping along busy road in St. Cloud: FWC
A kangaroo seen hopping along a busy Osceola County roadway Monday afternoon has been safely captured, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). What We Know
Kangaroo on the loose in Central Florida caught on camera
A kangaroo was spotted hopping along a busy St. Cloud road on Monday, alarming nearby residents.
3 Osceola High students hurt in Florida prom after-party shooting; 3 shooters sought, officials say
Three Osceola High School students were hurt in a shooting early Sunday in Davenport after after-prom parties spilled into a condo parking lot, according to deputies.
3 Osceola High School students hurt in Davenport shooting, officials say
Three Osceola High School students are recovering following a shooting in Davenport, according to school officials.
Fires break out across Florida amid ongoing drought conditions
Crews across Florida and Central Florida are working to contain ongoing brush fires. A mandatory evacuation order was issued for residents in the Silver Springs area of Marion County on Friday due to a 150-acre active wildfire. Meanwhile, a 116-acre brush fire is burning in Osceola County in the Holopaw area. Three fires are also burning in Volusia County.
Missing tot with mental disabilities rescued from retention pond in Kissimmee after hours-long search
A 3-year-old boy with mental disabilities went missing in Kissimmee and was found in a nearby retention pond after hours of searching.
Gatorland Global's conservation efforts reach new milestone with nonprofit status
Gatorland is expanding their conservation efforts as the popular adventure theme park announces Gatorland Global has secured 501(c)(3) not-for-profit status.
Osceola County Sheriff’s operation ‘Spring Purge’ totals 62 arrests in April
A month-long enforcement initiative by the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office led to 62 arrests in April as deputies targeted violent offenders, drug crimes, human trafficking, and other community threats, the agency announced Wednesday.
Lanes reopen on Florida's Turnpike after van overturns in Osceola County, 5 dead, 7 injured: FHP
A van rolled over and crashed on the Florida Turnpike in Osceola County Sunday night, killing five and injuring seven others, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) report.
5 dead following crash on Florida's Turnpike in Osceola County: FHP
It happened around 7:38 p.m. near mm 211 in Kenansville. according to Florida Highway Patrol.