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.
Michigan, Texas arrive in Orlando ahead of Cheez-It Citrus Bowl
The Cheez-It Citrus Bowl kicks off Wednesday in Orlando.
Lake Eola swan deaths: Orlando Commissioner Patty Sheehan | Full
Orlando City Commissioner Patty Sheehan held a news conference on Monday, Dec, 29, to discuss the deaths of at least 12 swans at Lake Eola Park. Since Dec. 23, a dozen swans have died at the downtown park. The cause is unknown, though Commissioner Sheehan speculated that it could be due to avian flu. The swans' bodies are being stored so necropsies (animal autopsy) can be performed.
12 swans found dead at Lake Eola in Orlando, sparking bird flu concerns
Two swans were found dead at the park on Dec. 23, but the number has risen to 12 in the past five days, according to city officials.
Orlando International Airport's Chili's restaurant to close: What we know
The restaurant will close as the airport prepares to add new dining and shopping options in its terminals.
I-4 eastbound reopens in downtown Orlando after person found in road, police say
Orlando Police said it received reports of a person in the road Monday morning.
17-year-old shot, killed in Orange County, deputies say
Deputies responded to the 1500 block of 26th Street near Rio Grand Ave around 9 p.m. following reports of a shooting.
Delta flight departing from Orlando makes emergency landing in Tampa, officials say
Delta flight departing from Orlando makes emergency landing in Tampa, officials say
Florida deputy shot at while serving search warrant
All Orange County deputies are OK after being shot at while attempting to serve a search warrant in a homicide case late Friday night. OCSO said deputies were attempting to serve a DNA search warrant near Buchanan Bay Circle when two men walked out of a residence -- the suspect in the homicide case and another man. That other man opened fire, OCSO said. No deputies were hurt, though one of their unmarked vehicles were. A deputy returned fire, hitting the 20-year-old man, who was taken to the hospital for treatment. The suspect in the homicide case attempted to run back into the home, but was apprehended and taken into custody, officials said.
Three Orlando-area teens, shot, killed in separate Christmas Eve, Day shootings
In the span of two days – on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day – three Orlando-area teens were shot and killed.
Hockey players on strike: Orlando Solar Bears postpones games amid ECHL, union bargaining agreement
The Orlando Solar Bears won't be taking to the ice tonight due to a Professional Hockey Players' Association players' strike.
Celebrating New Year's Eve at Central Florida's theme parks
If you’re looking for ways to ring in the new year at Florida’s theme parks, there are plenty of options.
13-year-old girl dies after 'accidental' shooting in Orange County, deputies say
A 15-year-old boy has been arrested and faces a manslaughter charge, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
12-year-old girl reported missing out of Orlando found safe, deputies say
A 12-year-old girl who was reported missing out of Orlando has been found safe, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
Customized toy cars give mobility, joy to children with disabilities
Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital and UCF have teamed up once again for the Go Baby Go! program to deliver customized toy cars to children with mobility challenges.
Orange County leads the state in Legionnaires' disease cases
The county has 100 confirmed cases so far this year, according to data from the Florida Department of Health.
12-year-old girl reported missing out of Orlando, deputies say
Deputies are looking for Imani Santana Gaskin, 12, who was last seen near 25th Street and South Westmoreland Avenue on Monday.
Tanqueray's Bar in downtown Orlando closing its doors on New Year's Eve
The bar, which has been a staple of downtown nightlife, will shut down on New Year’s Eve.
Pulse Memorial: Artifacts, items removed from Pulse Nightclub site
On Monday morning, Dec. 22, crews began carefully removing several items from inside the Pulse Nightclub site to save them for potential use in the future Pulse Memorial.
'Beloved' SeaWorld killer whale Katina dies at 50, park says
The park announced that Katina died at 50 after her health had begun to significantly decline as she aged.