Orlando bar owners push back last-call security ordinance
At an Orlando City Council meeting on Monday, there was the first reading of a heavily debated ordinance that is intended to improve the safety and security of downtown bars and nightclubs. Some owners of these establishments said that if it is approved it could put them out of business.
FAA investigating near-miss at JFK Airport
Officials are investigating a close call at John F. Kennedy International Airport Friday night between a plane that was crossing a runway and another that was preparing for takeoff.
Unicycling teen in final stretch of East Coast journey
The East Coast Greenway is a 3,000-mile bike and pedestrian path stretching from Maine to Florida. The route is not continuous and some parts are located on busy streets. Avery Seuter is a 19-year-old taking on the brazen task of riding the entire pathway on a unicycle.
Wekiva Island presents 7th Winter Wonderland
Winter Wonderland returns to Wekiva Island nightly “snow” flurries, sparkling holiday décor, and visits from Santa. It runs through Christmas Day. Winter Wonderland is open to the public. There is a $2 admission fee, and select events require an additional ticket.
Drone captures bear running through neighborhood of Florida town
A Florida man captured a black bear running through a Lake Placid neighborhood using a drone camera.
Pups take center stage at Florida canine costume contest
Wondering what to do around Central Florida this weekend? While Halloween may be over, the holiday fun continues with Franklin's Friends Howl-O-Ween dog walkathon and costume contest.
Search for man who fell off boat in Lake Weir
Authorities in Marion County are searching for a man who may have fallen off a boat in Lake Weir.
Danielle Redlick takes the stand in her Winter Park murder trial
The state called its final witnesses in the murder trial of Danielle Redlick. Redlick is accused of stabbing and killing her husband, Michael Redlick, at their Winter Park home in 2019.
Sister of machete attack victim speaks out
The sister of a woman who police said was killed during a violent domestic attack says she wished she could have done more to prevent the tragedy.
Osceola County Public Schools is looking abroad to fill teacher openings
Osceola County Public Schools is recruiting teachers from outside the U.S to fill classrooms for the 2022-2023 school year. Board members say the district - like others across the state - ended the year with significantly more openings than in previous summers.
Suspect sought 6 years after bodies found in hotel room
Almost six years later, the search continues for a killer in Altamonte Springs. Police got a call from an extended stay motel in July of 2016. Inside a room, investigators found three bodies -- they were not related but just happened to be staying at the motel at the time.
Weekend Wonders: onePULSE Community Rainbow Run
The Sixth Annual CommUNITY Rainbow Run and Family Festival benefiting the onePULSE Foundation and the National Pulse Memorial & Museum will be held on Saturday, from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Hope Community Center hosting Apopka pride
Hope Community Center is hosting Apopka's first pride parade
Weekend Wonders: 29th Run For The Trees 5K
Sarah Brown with Orlando's iconic Track Shack has details on the 29th Run For The Trees 5K.
Weekend Wonders: Brews Around The Zoo
If you're wondering what to do across Central Florida this weekend, we have you covered in this week's edition of Weekend Wonders. Central Florida Zoo director Stephanie Williams shares details about Brews Around The Zoo.
Search for Brian Molina's killer after nearly 16 years
Nearly 16 years after his murder, Brian Molina's family wants justice. Orlando Police are on the search for his killer and need all the help they cant get.
New Interstate 4 express lanes in Orlando not as busy as anticipated
The new Express Lanes on Interstate 4 opened two weeks ago and so far, Florida Highway Patrol said fewer people are using the toll road than they anticipated.
Curfew for unsupervised kids in New Smyrna Beach
The City of New Smyrna Beach is enacting a curfew for unsupervised kids under the age of 18. It goes into effect late Wednesday evening and applies to children who are not with adults.
Polk Co. sheriff may seek extradition from China for man who allegedly had child porn
Polk County detectives say four local men were arrested and another is wanted for allegedly possessing child porn. The wanted man is currently in China with his wife and children, and Sheriff Grady Judd said he could seek extradition if he doesn't return.
Rent prices skyrocketing across country
The nationwide surge on rent prices is forcing renters to dig deeper into their pockets to help them find or maintain housing as a federal moratorium on evictions has now ended. Orlando is among the top 10 markets to rent increases for the month of January.