Man once interviewed by NBC6 now facing allegations of defrauding elderly
A South Florida man went on NBC6 earlier this year, sharing his heartbreaking story after his dog was shot. But now that very same man is in trouble for his alleged crimes targeting the elderly. Police said Fitzgerald Lawrence, 23, was arrested for scheming to defraud, swindling and exploiting several...
Orlando named best city for Hispanic entrepreneurs
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. A recent WalletHub study revealed that three of the top cities for Hispanic entrepreneurs are all in Florida; Orlando took the #1 spot.
Orlando Kitten’s Cries Lead Rescuers To A Dramatic Drain Rescue
In Orlando, Florida, a routine day turned into an extraordinary rescue mission when a woman noticed a tiny kitten darting across the road. Concerned, she stopped to investigate, only to hear faint, desperate cries coming from a nearby storm drain. It didn’t take long to realize someone was in urgent trouble.
Bicyclist hit and killed in Orange County
The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) says a 20-year-old bicyclist was hit and killed by an 18-year-old driver on Wednesday night in Orange County. The crash investigation remains active and ongoing.
Epic Universe Death: Tyre Sampson attorney weighs in
Kim Wald, attorney for the family of Tyre Sampson, the Florida teen who died after riding the Orlando FreeFall ride, joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down the investigations of theme park rides after an Epic Universe guest died after riding the Stardust Racers rollercoaster. Join FOX 35 News+ with...
Orlando family realizes they were denied access to special needs trust because of fraud...
A 23-year-old living with a life-long neurological disorder was repeatedly denied necessary medical services.
Orlando City Council to consider significantly expanding red light camera program
Orlando City Council on Monday will consider a significant expansion of its red light camera program for more than four dozen intersections the city has flagged as hazardous. The post Orlando City Council to consider significantly expanding red light camera program appeared first on Orlando Weekly .
Orlando budget proposal earmarks $25 million for public safety, 16 new police officers
ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando city leaders say public safety is a major priority in this year’s budget. They’re proposing more than $20 million in the 2025–26 budget for public safety, with plans to add more police officers, particularly in the city’s southeast region. Residents in...
The risks of riding roller coasters
At Universal Orlando, there are requirements to ride certain rides, such as the Stardust Racers roller coaster. FOX 35's Amanda Ruiz talks about some of the risks these rides could pose to people.
Orlando Police Investigating Morning Shooting in Baldwin Park Neighborhood
Early this morning, the Orlando Police Department began an investigation into a shooting reported in the Baldwin Park neighborhood. Reported by WESH, the incident was confirmed to have occurred around 8 a.m., though the circumstances that prompted the violence remain obscured from the public's understanding. A...
