Stardust Racers update: Epic Universe coaster prepared to open. What we know.

Universal Orlando is prepared to reopen its Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe, slightly more than two weeks after the death of 32-year-old Kevin Rodriguez Zavala.

Tropical Storm Imelda forms, ninth named storm of 2025

Tropical Depression Nine is just shy of becoming the next named storm of the season as it moves over the Bahamas.

Fujiwhara Effect: What is it, what happens? Will Invest 94L and Tropical Storm Humberto combine?

With things finally heating up in the tropics for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, the FOX 35 Storm Team answers a question many people have had on their minds: Can several hurricanes merge into a single, stronger hurricane?

Universal cancer vaccine could be coming, researchers say

Scientists have conducted breakthrough research that could lead to a universal cancer vaccine, revolutionizing how the disease is treated.

Epic Universe death: Man identified, cause of death revealed; ruled 'accidental'

A guest at Epic Universe who died after riding the theme park's Stardust Racers roller coaster suffered "multiple blunt impact injuries," according to the Orange County Medical Examiner's Office.

'Demented' Monroe doctor allegedly solicited sex with 5-year-old in Florida sting

He allegedly pursued a platonic relationship to see if the "mom" would allow her 5-year-old to be courted by and have a sexual relationship with him.

Harjinder Singh: Nearly 2.5M people sign petition supporting driver accused in deadly Florida crash

A petition urging Florida officials to show leniency toward Harjinder Singh, an illegal immigrant truck driver accused of causing a crash that killed three people, has garnered nearly 2.5 million signatures as of Sunday afternoon.

Amber Alert canceled after 2 missing children found safe

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has canceled an Amber Alert after two missing children last seen in Riviera Beach were found safe.

Video: Woman tries to kick Southwest employee, punches computers in viral tirade

A woman was recently captured on video as she lashed out at Orlando International Airport (MCO) staff after she was unable to board a Southwest Airlines flight.

Semi-truck driver arrested after illegal U-turn kills 3 people on Florida Turnpike: FLHSMV

A semi-truck driver has been arrested for vehicular homicide after the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles says he made a reckless maneuver which turned deadly on the Florida Turnpike in St. Lucie County on Tuesday.

No charges for Florida JSO officer in arrest of man punched, dragged from his car

Prosecutors declined to charge Jacksonville Officer D. Bowers, saying his actions during the arrest of William McNeil were lawful. Despite viral video showing violence, officials cited bodycam footage showing McNeil ignored commands. McNeil’s lawyers criticized the decision and called for a federal investigation.

Video: Florida alligator devours python in Everglades

An alligator in the Florida Everglades was seen doing its part to combat the invasion of Burmese pythons in the region, chomping on the limp body of one of the massive snakes and swimming off with the meaty catch.

Body of Giovanni Pelletier, teen missing in Florida, found after more than a week: Officials

After more than a week-long search, the body of Giovanni Pelletier, the 18-year-old who went missing in Florida on Aug. 1, has been found, according to family members and officials.

Alligator Alcatraz: Future construction stopped for 14 days at Florida ICE facility over environmental issues

A federal judge has halted – at least, temporarily – future construction projects at Alligator Alcatraz, the immigration detention facility built at a former airport in the middle of the Florida Everglades, according to the Associated Press.

VIDEO: Florida shark, stingray get into tussle off the coast of Panama City Beach

WATCH: A shark and stingray engaged in quite the tussle last month off the shore of Panama Beach in Florida. A woman was able to capture the moment on camera.

Florida nurse impersonator arrested after treating over 4,400 patients, deputies say

Florida woman, Autumn Bardisa, was arrested for impersonating a nurse and treating over 4,400 patients without a license at AdventHealth hospital in Palm Coast, according to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office.