Orlando FreeFall death: State hires forensic team to investigate after teen falls from ride
The state has hired a forensic team to investigate the Orlando FreeFall ride after 14-year-old Tyre Sampson died when he fell from the attraction on March 24.
The state has hired a forensic team to investigate the Orlando FreeFall ride after 14-year-old Tyre Sampson died when he fell from the attraction on March 24.
Life or death: Penalty phase for Parkland school shooter begins with jury selection
Jury selection in the deadliest mass shooting ever to go to trial will begin Monday for the penalty phase. Over the next few weeks, prosecutors and defense lawyers will screen at least 1,500 prospective jurors. The full trial could run for four to six months.
Jury selection in the deadliest mass shooting ever to go to trial will begin Monday for the penalty phase. Over the next few weeks, prosecutors and defense lawyers will screen at least 1,500 prospective jurors. The full trial could run for four to six months.
‘Biden is supporting Russia’: Bizarre fight breaks out at Orlando airport
Two men have been detained at Orlando International Airport after a fight broke out Saturday, according to authorities.
Two men have been detained at Orlando International Airport after a fight broke out Saturday, according to authorities.
TPD: 2 struck by lightning at Raymond James Stadium
Two people were hospitalized after being struck by lightning in a parking lot at Raymond James Stadium while leaving a Yankees games Saturday afternoon, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Two people were hospitalized after being struck by lightning in a parking lot at Raymond James Stadium while leaving a Yankees games Saturday afternoon, according to the Tampa Police Department.
Who is Shay Johnson? Woman claims she is Tyre Sampson's cousin; family says they don't know her
Who is Shay Johnson? She said she was Tyre Sampson's cousin, the 14-year-old who fell off the Orlando FreeFall ride and died. But his family said they do not know her.
Who is Shay Johnson? She said she was Tyre Sampson's cousin, the 14-year-old who fell off the Orlando FreeFall ride and died. But his family said they do not know her.
Florida hires forensic firm to investigate Tyre Sampson death from Orlando FreeFall ride
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried promised a “complete and thorough investigation” into how a 14-year-old teenager fell from the Orlando FreeFall drop tower last week at ICON Park.
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried promised a “complete and thorough investigation” into how a 14-year-old teenager fell from the Orlando FreeFall drop tower last week at ICON Park.
Disney Co. vs. Gov. DeSantis: Florida governor threatens Reedy Creek Act after 'Don't Say Gay' bill critiques
When you look at the Disney signs outside of Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, you may think of Mickey Mouse and fun times with family for friends at one of the resort's four theme parks, but experts say it's more like a very large company that has its own town.
When you look at the Disney signs outside of Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, you may think of Mickey Mouse and fun times with family for friends at one of the resort's four theme parks, but experts say it's more like a very large company that has its own town.
For sale: Off-the-grid island home tucked inside a Florida state park
The home, listed for a mere $3.5 million, is over 6,000 square feet and comes with its own private dock so you can park your boat.
The home, listed for a mere $3.5 million, is over 6,000 square feet and comes with its own private dock so you can park your boat.
Dress rehearsal: NASA moon rocket's last test before launch
NASA kicked off a critical countdown test Friday for its new moon rocket, a 30-story behemoth that could make its first lunar test flight by summer.
NASA kicked off a critical countdown test Friday for its new moon rocket, a 30-story behemoth that could make its first lunar test flight by summer.
SpaceX launches Transporter-4 mission from Cape Canaveral
Transporter-4 is SpaceX’s fourth dedicated smallsat rideshare mission.
Transporter-4 is SpaceX’s fourth dedicated smallsat rideshare mission.
Missing Florida mom Cassie Carli felt 'extremely' unsafe around child's father before disappearance: sister
Cassie Carli, the Florida mom who disappeared on Sunday while going to pick up her 4-year-old daughter from the child's father, had previously felt "extremely" unsafe and nervous around her ex, according to her sister.
Cassie Carli, the Florida mom who disappeared on Sunday while going to pick up her 4-year-old daughter from the child's father, had previously felt "extremely" unsafe and nervous around her ex, according to her sister.
Mobster convicted of killing 3 people escapes federal custody in Florida
A mob hitman who killed three people and attempted to kill two others has escaped from federal custody in Florida, according to the Bureau of Prisons.
A mob hitman who killed three people and attempted to kill two others has escaped from federal custody in Florida, according to the Bureau of Prisons.
Gov. DeSantis broaches repeal of Disney World's decades-old self-governing status in Florida
Florida’s Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed on Thursday the suggestion of repealing a 55-year-old state law that allows Disney to effectively govern itself on the grounds of Walt Disney World, following the company’s public opposition to a controversial parental rights law in Florida.
Florida’s Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed on Thursday the suggestion of repealing a 55-year-old state law that allows Disney to effectively govern itself on the grounds of Walt Disney World, following the company’s public opposition to a controversial parental rights law in Florida.
Florida authorities search for mom missing since Sunday; 4-year-old daughter found safe
Authorities in the Florida Panhandle are searching for missing mom Cassie Carli, who disappeared Sunday when she was supposed to meet up with the father of her 4-year-old daughter to exchange custody. The little girl has been found safe and Carli's vehicle has been recovered by investigators, but there's been no sign of the 37-year-old mom.
Authorities in the Florida Panhandle are searching for missing mom Cassie Carli, who disappeared Sunday when she was supposed to meet up with the father of her 4-year-old daughter to exchange custody. The little girl has been found safe and Carli's vehicle has been recovered by investigators, but there's been no sign of the 37-year-old mom.
LGBTQ advocates sue state of Florida, DeSantis over law on gender identity, sexual orientation in education
LGBTQ advocates have filed a federal lawsuit against the state of Florida and Gov. Ron DeSantis to block a new law prohibiting classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in Kindergarten through third grade.
LGBTQ advocates have filed a federal lawsuit against the state of Florida and Gov. Ron DeSantis to block a new law prohibiting classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in Kindergarten through third grade.
Orlando FreeFall ride death: Family friend who took Tyre Sampson to ICON Park speaks
The family who took Tyre Sampson to ICON Park the night he died spoke exclusively to FOX 35 News about the tragedy.
The family who took Tyre Sampson to ICON Park the night he died spoke exclusively to FOX 35 News about the tragedy.
Winter Park wedding shooting: Video released from officers' body-worn cameras
Newly-released videos from officers' body-worn cameras show the chaotic moments following a deadly shooting at a wedding reception in February in Florida.
Newly-released videos from officers' body-worn cameras show the chaotic moments following a deadly shooting at a wedding reception in February in Florida.
Orlando FreeFall ride death: $20 belt may have saved teen's life, expert says
An amusement ride inventor said Tyre Sampson’s death could have been prevented with a simple addition to the seat.
An amusement ride inventor said Tyre Sampson’s death could have been prevented with a simple addition to the seat.
Bruce Arians steps aside as Bucs head coach, defensive coordinator Todd Bowles to take over
Bruce Arians will be stepping into a new role with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Defensive Coordinator Todd Bowles will take over as head coach.
Bruce Arians will be stepping into a new role with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Defensive Coordinator Todd Bowles will take over as head coach.
Orlando FreeFall ride death: Video shows Tyre Sampson in seat moments before falling
Tyre Sampson,14, reportedly fell out of his seat, but the harness was still in a down and locked position when the ride stopped, according to a report.
Tyre Sampson,14, reportedly fell out of his seat, but the harness was still in a down and locked position when the ride stopped, according to a report.