Costco Wholesale coming to former Seminole Towne Center Macys underway
Plans for the largest Costco in Central Florida are underway. Taking the spot of the former Macys in the Seminole Towne Center, Costco is projected to arrive sometime in 2027 with a gas station and nearly 850 parking spots.
Plans for the largest Costco in Central Florida are underway. Taking the spot of the former Macys in the Seminole Towne Center, Costco is projected to arrive sometime in 2027 with a gas station and nearly 850 parking spots.
Apply now: Local artists wanted for Hispanic Heritage month exhibit, Orlando City Hall
The City of Orlando is looking for local artists to feature their artwork during this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month Exhibition showcasing a curated collection of artwork that honors the legacy of heritage from September 4 to November 5, 2026.
The City of Orlando is looking for local artists to feature their artwork during this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month Exhibition showcasing a curated collection of artwork that honors the legacy of heritage from September 4 to November 5, 2026.
Osceola County deputy-involved shooting update
An Osceola County deputy shot a man early Wednesday morning at a home in Kissimmee after responding to an emergency mental health call, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said. The man, 51, was rushed to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, officials said. The deputy is OK and was not seriously hurt, the sheriff's office said.
An Osceola County deputy shot a man early Wednesday morning at a home in Kissimmee after responding to an emergency mental health call, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said. The man, 51, was rushed to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, officials said. The deputy is OK and was not seriously hurt, the sheriff's office said.
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An Osceola County deputy shot a man overnight after responding to a 911 call near Kissimmee. That man has been taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Family called 911 about a family member experiencing a mental health crisis. Deputies said the man got into a physical fight with the deputy, and was then shot.
An Osceola County deputy shot a man overnight after responding to a 911 call near Kissimmee. That man has been taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Family called 911 about a family member experiencing a mental health crisis. Deputies said the man got into a physical fight with the deputy, and was then shot.
Titusville homes under inches of water after flash flood
Titusville homes, driveways and yards are under inches of water after a flash flood hit the city on July 6. Now, residents are feeling nervous and upset over the back and forth fight between city and county officials.
Titusville homes, driveways and yards are under inches of water after a flash flood hit the city on July 6. Now, residents are feeling nervous and upset over the back and forth fight between city and county officials.
Medical examiner reports 'death roll' by alligator in deadly Florida attack
The Orange County Medical Examiner's Office has shared its preliminary report into the death of Brittany Clark. Clark was attacked and killed by an alligator while swimming at the Little Big Econ State Forest. She was swimming with her boyfriend and their friend. Two alligators were captured and killed after the attack. Bite marks matched one of them, the report said.
The Orange County Medical Examiner's Office has shared its preliminary report into the death of Brittany Clark. Clark was attacked and killed by an alligator while swimming at the Little Big Econ State Forest. She was swimming with her boyfriend and their friend. Two alligators were captured and killed after the attack. Bite marks matched one of them, the report said.
Downed helicopter, crew rescued from alligator-infested Lake Jessup
Central Florida Airboat captain Derrick Lockhart recalled a unique call which led to rescuing a crashed helicopter and its crew from a floating swamp in Lake Jessup. The rescue took place right before storm rolled in as rescuers used wood pilings to manually maneuver the helicopter onto an airboat.
Central Florida Airboat captain Derrick Lockhart recalled a unique call which led to rescuing a crashed helicopter and its crew from a floating swamp in Lake Jessup. The rescue took place right before storm rolled in as rescuers used wood pilings to manually maneuver the helicopter onto an airboat.
Missing teen swimmer found in Daytona Beach
Missing teen swimmer found after body washed up Saturday morning according to officials.
Missing teen swimmer found after body washed up Saturday morning according to officials.
Search for missing 17-year-old boy from Orlando
A 60-year-old man drowned Friday at an unguarded section of Daytona Beach, as thousands flocked to Central Florida beaches for the Independence Day holiday. Meanwhile, rescue crews continued searching for another missing swimmer, a 17-year-old man from Orlando.
A 60-year-old man drowned Friday at an unguarded section of Daytona Beach, as thousands flocked to Central Florida beaches for the Independence Day holiday. Meanwhile, rescue crews continued searching for another missing swimmer, a 17-year-old man from Orlando.
Red Hot & Boom! draws thousands despite scorching heat
Thousands of people gathered at Cranes Roost Park on Thursday night for Altamonte Springs' annual Red Hot & Boom celebration, kicking off Independence Day festivities with fireworks, live entertainment and heightened public safety measures.
Thousands of people gathered at Cranes Roost Park on Thursday night for Altamonte Springs' annual Red Hot & Boom celebration, kicking off Independence Day festivities with fireworks, live entertainment and heightened public safety measures.
Lightning strike kills 1, hurts 3 in Fort Myers Beach, officials say
One person has been killed in a lightning strike in Fort Myers Beach, according to the Fort Myers Beach Fire District and Lee County Sheriff's Office. Three others were hurt and taken to the hospital, officials said.
One person has been killed in a lightning strike in Fort Myers Beach, according to the Fort Myers Beach Fire District and Lee County Sheriff's Office. Three others were hurt and taken to the hospital, officials said.
Man drowns in Daytona Beach; search underway for missing swimmer
A 60-year-old man drowned Friday at an unguarded section of Daytona Beach, authorities said. Meanwhile, rescue crews continued searching for another missing swimmer as thousands flocked to Central Florida beaches for the Independence Day holiday.
A 60-year-old man drowned Friday at an unguarded section of Daytona Beach, authorities said. Meanwhile, rescue crews continued searching for another missing swimmer as thousands flocked to Central Florida beaches for the Independence Day holiday.
Rescued bald eagle at Central Florida Zoo featured in adoption campaign
Visitors to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens can symbolically adopt a resident bald eagle as part of a fundraiser supporting the zoo's animal care and conservation efforts.
Visitors to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens can symbolically adopt a resident bald eagle as part of a fundraiser supporting the zoo's animal care and conservation efforts.
Leesburg police sergeant helps woman, dog escape house fire
A Leesburg police sergeant is being credited with rescuing a woman and her two dogs after spotting a house fire caused by a lightning strike while driving home from work.
A Leesburg police sergeant is being credited with rescuing a woman and her two dogs after spotting a house fire caused by a lightning strike while driving home from work.
Orlando airport baggage delays frustrate holiday travelers
Travelers at Orlando International Airport faced hourslong baggage delays this week, with some passengers saying they waited more than two hours for luggage.
Travelers at Orlando International Airport faced hourslong baggage delays this week, with some passengers saying they waited more than two hours for luggage.
Rescue mission launched to save failing NASA satellite
A first-of-its-kind mission to rescue a failing satellite is underway after a rocket carrying a spacecraft designed to capture and reposition the satellite successfully launched Friday morning.
A first-of-its-kind mission to rescue a failing satellite is underway after a rocket carrying a spacecraft designed to capture and reposition the satellite successfully launched Friday morning.
911 calls detail aftermath of crash involving former Titusville police chief
Newly released 911 recordings provide new details about the rollover crash involving former Titusville Police Chief John Lau, who was fired after the single-vehicle wreck but has not been charged with a crime or cited for a traffic violation.
Newly released 911 recordings provide new details about the rollover crash involving former Titusville Police Chief John Lau, who was fired after the single-vehicle wreck but has not been charged with a crime or cited for a traffic violation.
Portable phone charger bursts into flames at Disney World
A portable phone charger caught fire near the entrance to Disney World's "It's a Small World" attraction this week, prompting a brief evacuation and renewed warnings about the dangers of lithium-ion batteries.
A portable phone charger caught fire near the entrance to Disney World's "It's a Small World" attraction this week, prompting a brief evacuation and renewed warnings about the dangers of lithium-ion batteries.
2 men charged after dozens of neglected dogs abandoned, deputies say
Two men have been arrested in connection with the abandonment of dozens of dogs found along a roadside in St. Augustine. At the same time, animal rescue groups continue working to rehabilitate the surviving animals.
Two men have been arrested in connection with the abandonment of dozens of dogs found along a roadside in St. Augustine. At the same time, animal rescue groups continue working to rehabilitate the surviving animals.
Florida assistant principal arrested for DUI on e-bike, deputies say
A Winter Springs High School assistant principal was arrested on DUI charges after deputies said he rode an electric bicycle while impaired despite being warned not to do so.
A Winter Springs High School assistant principal was arrested on DUI charges after deputies said he rode an electric bicycle while impaired despite being warned not to do so.