50+ sloths dead in failed Sloth World project; Florida leaders want accountability

Florida leaders and sloth experts are calling for more accountability over Sloth World after dozens of sloths connected to the previously planned attraction have died.

Sloth World Orlando to file for bankruptcy, will no longer open; 'we have no other options'

The owner of Sloth World Orlando confirmed to FOX 35 on Friday afternoon that he plans to file for bankruptcy protection, and that he will no longer move forward with plans to open his "slotharium."

Sloth World: Warehouse lacked proper permits for animals; 'stop work' order issued by county

The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.

Is educational book on animal sex too much for middle school? Florida district gives it the OK

A children’s book that includes illustrations of animals mating will remain on the shelves of several Orange County middle school libraries after a divided school board vote, despite objections from some parents and board members.

NYC snow storm: Winter storm warnings issued, 6+ inches of snow possible

In a worst-case scenario, the National Weather Service predicts that parts of New York state and New Jersey could see up to 10 inches of snow.

Woman hit in face by duck on SeaWorld Orlando coaster, lawsuit says

An Orange County woman is suing SeaWorld after she was allegedly hit in the face by a duck while riding one of the park’s roller coasters earlier this year. 

Boy, 13, arrested in fatal shooting of 11-year-old in Newburgh, NY

A 13-year-old boy was arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of an 11-year-old boy inside a Newburgh, NY, home, police said.

11-year-old shot and killed in Newburgh

An 11-year-old was shot and killed on Thursday morning inside a Newburgh, Orange County home, police said.

Orlando siblings accused of running fake dental office, causing infections and disfigurement

An Orlando man and his sister are accused of running a fake dental practice out of an office building, charging patients thousands of dollars for unlicensed procedures that left at least one woman infected and disfigured, investigators said.

911 call details how masked man in swim goggles robbed Disney Springs restaurant

Newly released 911 audio captures the moments after a masked suspect — described as wearing swim goggles — robbed the Paddlefish restaurant at Disney Springs, forcing employees to the ground with trash bags over their heads.

Epic Universe guest becomes unresponsive, dies after riding Stardust Racers: Universal

A guest visiting Universal's Epic Universe in Florida became unresponsive after riding one of its roller coasters and later died at the hospital, a spokesperson for the theme park said. 

Fire in Goshen, NY leaves father and 2 young sons dead

A father and his two young sons were killed in a fire in Goshen, NY, the New York State Police said.