Fugitive shot after pulling gun on Flagler County deputies during traffic stop, sheriff's office says
No deputies were hurt in the shooting.
UCF to unveil new on-campus safety features
The University of Central Florida (UCF) on Thursday will show off some of its new safety features as students prepare to head back to campus amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Fugitive shot after pulling gun on Flagler County deputies during traffic stop, sheriff's office says
A man was shot by Flagler County deputies after they say he pulled a gun on them during a traffic stop and they were forced to open fire.
Altamonte Springs police searching for missing and endangered 80-year-old man
Police say if you see him, remain social distant and call 911.
Former Disney employee accused of stealing $160K through alleged refund scheme
A former employee at Walt Disney World is accused of stealing thousands of dollars in what investigators described as a scheme in which she misdirected money issued for theme park ticket refunds into a personal account.
PPE-filled vending machines installed at Orlando International Airport for travelers
Orlando International Airport is making it easier for the public to limit exposure to COVID-19. Vending machines that carry essential sanitary supplies for travelers to purchase have been installed at select locations.
'Another milestone': Westbound I-4 in Maitland to close for lane shift into final alignment, FDOT says
The shift will create about five miles of general use lanes in their final footprint from east of State Road 436 to west of Kennedy Boulevard.
Report: 30 Orlando-area Publix stores have had workers test positive for coronavirus
The Orlando Sentinel reported on Wednesday that Publix informed them that another 20 of its Central Florida stores have had a worker test positive for coronavirus.
Demonstrators gather in Sanford to protest Seminole County mask order
A crowd gathered in downtown Stanford on Wednesday to protest the city's mask ordinance. Demonstrators said a requirement to wear a mask infringes on their rights.
Some downtown businesses to close shop for good during pandemic
Businesses around Downtown Orlando have had to permanently close due to the financial impacts of the coronavirus pandemic. Many say they will not be able to survive a second lockdown should that be necessary.
Company behind iconic Whac-A-Mole game begins PPE production
Holly Hill-based company Bob’s Space Racers -- known for its popular arcade game Whac-A-Mole -- is dabbling in the PPE production industry.
Protective barriers would separate students under plan considered by Brevard County schools
Brevard County is considering adding partitions between desks in classrooms. Other counties around the state have already implemented plans for suck barriers.
Arrest made in attack that left Vietnam War veteran dead, wife injured
On Wednesday, fugitive units with the Sheriff's Office arrested Alexander Martinez-Perez, 42, on charges of first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, and burglary with battery.
New map suggests Florida should consider stay-at-home
A group of researchers and lead scientists at Harvard University have put together a new interactive map that breaks down the COVID-19 numbers across the world and the United States, all the way down to the county level.
Miss Florida catches COVID-19
Michaela McLean, who holds the Miss Florida title, recently tested positive for COVID-19. She is recovering at her home and warns young people to take the coronavirus threat seriously.
Frustrations boil over mask mandate
Dozens of protesters flooded the streets of Sanford after a Seminole County mask order took effect.
Judge sides with Disney in case of autistic accommodation
A judge has sided with Walt Disney World in ruling that the theme park resort can refuse to give unlimited front-of-the-line passes to an autistic man.
Orange County deputies investigating after food truck robbery
Victims were reportedly approached by three suspects who entered the food truck to demand money.
Pilot dead after small plane crash in Ocala, fire rescue units say
Fire rescue units found the small plane upside down with the pilot inside and deceased.
New Smyrna Beach adopts mask mandate as coronavirus pandemic continues
The order specifically states "every person living, working, visiting or doing business in the City of New Smyrna is encouraged to wear a face covering in any indoor location, other than home or residence."