Central Florida development seen accelerating into 2026

Development dominated Central Florida headlines in 2025, and industry watchers say the pace is likely to accelerate rather than slow in the year ahead.

Central Florida cold weather shelters activated as Arctic blast approaches

With colder temperatures expected across Central and North Florida, counties are activating cold weather and warming shelters to protect residents who lack adequate heat or housing.

Groveland seeks over $1.4M from Kroger for 'breach of contract' amid distribution center closure

Groveland officials are working to recover over $1.4 million from Kroger as compensation for incentives the company received to establish a grocery distribution center in the city. 

Alex Lopez trial: Testimony underway in Leesburg store clerk's murder

New details emerged Tuesday in the trial of a man accused of killing a convenience store clerk in Leesburg, as the victim’s widow testified while facing the man prosecutors say shot her husband.

Lake County files petition accusing landfill of contaminating water

Lake County officials have been sounding the alarm, worried that runoff from the Mid-Florida Materials landfill in Mount Dora could make it into a sensitive water feature nearby at the Wolf Branch Sink.

Florida man arrested for allegedly killing a bear without permit

Florida Fish and Wildlife officers arrested James Goodspeed after he allegedly shot and killed a bear on private property in Grand Island, authorities said.

Walmart proposes expanding drone delivery program in Lake County

Walmart is seeking approval to launch a drone delivery program from its Clermont Supercenter, with drones delivering within six to eight miles.

Casino heist leads to multiple arrests in Lake County, deputies say

According to the report, the incident happened on December 14 at the Hot Springs casino in Umatilla where three masked suspects are accused of robbing a casino