Man used fake money to steal a $115K watch before shooting seller, deputies say
A man wanted on an active Florida warrant was taken into custody Monday at Cyril E. King Airport in the U.S. Virgin Islands after being linked to a violent theft in Orlando, authorities said.
Dozens of ducks found dead or dying at Orlando pond
Dozens of ducks have been found dead or dying at a small pond off Science Drive and Technology Parkway in Orlando, prompting concern from local residents and officials.
Kevin Rodriguez Zavala: Medical Examiner releases detailed report in Stardust Racers death
The Orange County Medical Examiner ruled Kevin Rodriguez Zavala’s death on a Universal roller coaster an accident caused by blunt-force injuries.
82-year-old veteran becomes oldest graduate at Valencia College this year
Paul Grizzelle-Reid completed coursework for an associate in arts degree this summer, and he is now working toward a bachelor’s degree at the University of Central Florida.
K9s track down suspect accused of fleeing Orlando police officers
Two Orlando police dogs helped track down a man wanted on a charge of battery on a law-enforcement officer.
Tyler Feight plea deal: Prosecutor under review as community stunned in College Park jogger case sentence
A prosecutor is under investigation after a man accused of attacking a jogger was released on probation through a plea deal that did not result in a conviction — a decision the State Attorney’s Office now calls an oversight.
Central Florida Expressway Authority approves $218M widening of SR-408
The Central Florida Expressway Authority passed a motion for a $218 million project that would ease traffic in downtown Orlando by expanding State Road 408 near Camping World Stadium.
Jaylen Edgar to be tried as adult in 2024 Orlando Halloween mass shooting
A teenager charged in a deadly mass shooting in Orlando will be tried as an adult, with his murder trial set to begin Jan. 12.
Watch live: Gov. Ron DeSantis to speak at news conference in Orlando
The governor is scheduled to speak at a news conference at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
Orange County to consider closing 7 schools amid ‘significant’ enrollment decline
The school district says it has experienced a "significant" decline in student enrollment in recent years.
Roger Chapin wins competitive Orlando Dist. 3 runoff election, defeating Mira Tanna
Roger Chapin won the runoff election for Orlando City Council District 3 on Tuesday night, defeating Mira Tanna in a tight race.
The best New Year’s Eve city might surprise you—it's not New York or Las Vegas
A new WalletHub analysis finds that travelers seeking a festive but affordable New Year’s Eve celebration have strong alternatives to pricey hotspots like Times Square.
Watch: Airman surprises siblings at Orlando International Airport as early Christmas gift
Two children got an early Christmas gift when their older brother surprised them at the airport in Orlando on Thursday.
Orlando International Airport begins tram upgrades, launches biometric screening pilot
Construction is officially underway at Orlando International Airport as officials move forward with a long-planned terminal transit replacement project and launch a series of pilot programs testing new biometric exit technology.
Election Day: Orlando City Commission District 3 polls, results, candidates
A special run-off election will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 9, to determine who will represent District 3 on the Orlando City Commission.
Camping World Stadium set to host Cure Bowl, Pop-Tarts Bowl, more
The teams that will be playing in the bowl games at Camping World Stadium this month have been announced.
Child found alone in hot van as Orlando school faces investigation, deputies say
A mother says she panicked after learning her 5-year-old daughter had been left alone for more than an hour inside a hot school van, prompting an investigation by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
UCF approves plan to host major bowl games during Camping World Stadium renovation
The University of Central Florida has approved a plan to host several major college football games next year while Camping World Stadium undergoes construction.
Orange County fire crews respond to Orlando's Lockheed Martin facility: what we know
Fire crews responded to Lockheed Martin's Orlando facility on Wednesday.