The Orange County School Board votes to keep illustrated book "Do Animals Fall in Love?" in middle school libraries. While some called the animal reproduction facts "perverted," the board ruled it appropriate. Parents can use the Skyward platform to limit student access. #FOX35

Crowds gathered in downtown Orlando for the annual MLK Parade.

5,000+ volunteers gather at the Orange County Convention Center to pack one million meals for families in need, on this MLK day. #FOX35

Mount Dora is ready for the annual Arts Festival this weekend. Organizers say it's on rain or shine, but this weekend forecasters predict a winter blast of cold temps and high winds. About 20 artists have canceled so far, but 300 are still expected to attend. #FOX35

Central Florida Zoo keepers are working to keep 350 animals warm during the cold snap. Measures include heated dens for bears in torpor, heaters for birds, and moving turtles indoors to stay safe. The zoo remains open from 9 to 4. #FOX35

Thousands braved the cold for day one of the Mount Dora Arts Festival. Despite 35 artist cancellations due to weather, wait-listed creators filled all 300 spots. Officials are enforcing strict tent safety rules as 40 mph gusts are expected. The event ends Sunday at 4 p.m. #FOX35

Showcase of Citrus in Clermont is icing their crop overnight to keep their temps stable and alive. They have about 4,000 trees including oranges and grapefruit. #FOX35

A massive fire involving creosote-treated railroad ties sent toxic smoke through Dunnellon during a deep freeze. Neighbors and environmental groups had warned of this "worst-case scenario" for months. The fire is contained, but crews will be on-site for days. #FOX35

A community is rallying for Golfview Elementary crossing guard Joyce Scarborough, known as the Crazy Sock Lady, after she was hit by a car while directing traffic in Rockledge. She is in the ICU as well-wishers raise funds for her recovery. The driver is cooperating. #FOX35

Southern Hill Farms hosting family weekend Sat/Sun from 11a-4p with food trucks, petting zoo, carnival rides, and more. Freezing temps destroyed much of the farm's you-pick berries and sunflower crops. #FOX35

A car crashed into the side of this Casselberry cabinetry business. Police say it happened after a road rage incident. The driver is charged with reckless driving. #FOX35

A bill in the Florida state legislature would cap out-of-state student enrollment at each public university at five percent. #FOX35

This morning, Orlando and Orange County officials kicked-off the renovations for Camping World Stadium. They're set to conclude summer '27. #FOX35

The Orange County Clerk married 20 couples this morning in a special Valentine's Day ceremony in Winter Park. #FOX35

In honor of America's 250th birthday, Brightline is running a special 10-car train from now through July. Each car is wrapped with significant scenes from America's history. #FOX35

Protesters in Marion County call for deputies to arrest the mother of a 3-year-old girl who died on Feb 19. Deputies have charged the girl's caretaker, a man, with aggravated child abuse that led to her death. #FOX35

Orlando firefighters battled a brush fire along Arnold Palmer Drive, one of several across central Florida. They warn that with current drought conditions, any spark could start a fire. Please observe any local burn bans. #FOX35

The first direct charter flight from Tokyo has landed at Orlando International Airport. Officials say if these flights prove successful and popular, we may see more direct routes between Orlando International Airport and Asian hubs. #FOX35

Mosaic resident Connor Ray shot this video of crews collecting water to fight the Bennett Field Fire, near Daytona Beach. Officials say it's now 75% contained. Dry conditions are creating a high brush fire risk. #FOX35

Sanford Police arrested 19yo Zeidan McKever for a wild shootout at a 7-11 in Sanford. He's currently held without bond. We spoke with the father of the victim also involved in the shooting. Victim was sent to hospital in critical condition. #FOX35