One-on-one with Orange County Mayor on transportation tax
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings is proposing a one-cent sales tax that is expected to generate more than $596 million dollars annually. The tax revenue will go into a transportation fund for future road projects and the development of a mass transit system, over time, expanding the Lynx and SunRail lines.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings is proposing a one-cent sales tax that is expected to generate more than $596 million dollars annually. The tax revenue will go into a transportation fund for future road projects and the development of a mass transit system, over time, expanding the Lynx and SunRail lines.
New State Road 46 lanes, State Road 429 ramps to open
Crews are scheduled Thursday, Oct. 24, from 8 p.m. - 6:30 a.m., to shift traffic onto new State Road (S.R.) 46 lanes including through a new signalized intersection between Camp Challenge Road and S.R. 429 [GMap below].
Crews are scheduled Thursday, Oct. 24, from 8 p.m. - 6:30 a.m., to shift traffic onto new State Road (S.R.) 46 lanes including through a new signalized intersection between Camp Challenge Road and S.R. 429 [GMap below].
SunRail losing money because riders are breaking rules, says FDOT
SunRail is losing money, because some riders are not following the rules, according to the Florida Department of Transportation. Riders are supposed to "tap on" with their cards when they board the train and "tap off" when they get to their destination. An FDOT spokesman says some riders are "gaming the system" by not tapping off.
SunRail is losing money, because some riders are not following the rules, according to the Florida Department of Transportation. Riders are supposed to "tap on" with their cards when they board the train and "tap off" when they get to their destination. An FDOT spokesman says some riders are "gaming the system" by not tapping off.
Florida finalizing plans for 3 new toll roads
The State of Florida is finalizing plans for three new toll roads, which will represent the largest highway expansion project in decades. Assuming there are no environmental issues, proposed routes will be presented next year.
The State of Florida is finalizing plans for three new toll roads, which will represent the largest highway expansion project in decades. Assuming there are no environmental issues, proposed routes will be presented next year.
Palm Bay under scrutiny for incomplete road network
A $28 million interchange along Brevard County is drawing scrutiny. The City of Palm Bay is being criticized for not upholding their part of a road network connecting to the interchange. However, the city says the project has been delayed due to weather and other environmental concerns.
A $28 million interchange along Brevard County is drawing scrutiny. The City of Palm Bay is being criticized for not upholding their part of a road network connecting to the interchange. However, the city says the project has been delayed due to weather and other environmental concerns.
Palm Bay under scrutiny for incomplete road network
A $28 million interchange along Brevard County is drawing scrutiny. The City of Palm Bay is being criticized for not upholding their part of a road network connecting to the interchange. However, the city says the project has been delayed due to weather and other environmental concerns.
A $28 million interchange along Brevard County is drawing scrutiny. The City of Palm Bay is being criticized for not upholding their part of a road network connecting to the interchange. However, the city says the project has been delayed due to weather and other environmental concerns.
Porsche, Boeing co-developing flying electric vehicle
This type of transportation is expected to “pick up speed” as soon as 2025.
This type of transportation is expected to “pick up speed” as soon as 2025.
Florida Turnpike eyes changes after SunPass troubles
The Florida Turnpike Enterprise wants to replace its back-office structure after over a year of trouble from the SunPass collection system.
The Florida Turnpike Enterprise wants to replace its back-office structure after over a year of trouble from the SunPass collection system.
5 construction deaths in 4 years of I-4 Ultimate
Not even four years into the I-4 Ultimate construction project and already five workers have been killed on the job.
Not even four years into the I-4 Ultimate construction project and already five workers have been killed on the job.
United Airlines flight makes emergency landing after passenger gets stuck in bathroom
A passenger’s trip to the bathroom ended in an emergency landing when she became stuck inside the lavatory.
A passenger’s trip to the bathroom ended in an emergency landing when she became stuck inside the lavatory.
SunRail installing 'escape lanes' near crossings
SunRail is installing what they call “escape lanes,” to be used by drivers as a last resort to avoid a train strike.
SunRail is installing what they call “escape lanes,” to be used by drivers as a last resort to avoid a train strike.
Second Orange County school bus caught on railroad tracks
A second Orange County school bus was caught on the train tracks, just a few days another bus was photographed under a crossing guard. This second bus was packed with students. One of those students told FOX 35 the bus almost hit a train.
A second Orange County school bus was caught on the train tracks, just a few days another bus was photographed under a crossing guard. This second bus was packed with students. One of those students told FOX 35 the bus almost hit a train.
Alarming photo of school bus under train crossing arm leads to investigation
An alarming photo has led to an investigation by Orange County Public Schools.
An alarming photo has led to an investigation by Orange County Public Schools.
Hundreds of electric scooters may soon be heading to Downtown Orlando
Orlando City Hall is drafting a new ordinance to pave the way for electric rideshare scooters. The scooters would be allowed on most sidewalks and roads, but there is a mixed response from the community about the plan.
Orlando City Hall is drafting a new ordinance to pave the way for electric rideshare scooters. The scooters would be allowed on most sidewalks and roads, but there is a mixed response from the community about the plan.
Orange County leaders discuss proposed transportation tax
Orange County is holding a meeting to get the public's opinion on a proposed transportation tax.
Orange County is holding a meeting to get the public's opinion on a proposed transportation tax.
Road rage fatalities increased 500 percent over 10 years and they're still on the rise, study says
Here’s a look at the major factors that contribute to the increase in road rage incidents as well as some suggestions to keep yourself and your loved ones safe on the road.
Here’s a look at the major factors that contribute to the increase in road rage incidents as well as some suggestions to keep yourself and your loved ones safe on the road.