Sloth World: Advocates urge Florida to strengthen sloth protections after deaths tied to attraction
Animal welfare advocates and a Central Florida lawmaker are urging state wildlife regulators to adopt stricter protections for sloths following the deaths of dozens of animals tied to a failed Orlando attraction.
Animal welfare advocates and a Central Florida lawmaker are urging state wildlife regulators to adopt stricter protections for sloths following the deaths of dozens of animals tied to a failed Orlando attraction.
Florida teens caught riding on top of SUV going 40 mph, cited; police say
A late-night joyride for a group of young adults in Florida ended with multiple citations and an arrest after a police officer spotted multiple people on the roof of an SUV as the driver drove down the street.
A late-night joyride for a group of young adults in Florida ended with multiple citations and an arrest after a police officer spotted multiple people on the roof of an SUV as the driver drove down the street.
Gatorland Orlando evacuated over suspected hoax bomb threat, deputies say
Orange County Sheriff's Office deputies swarmed Gatorland Orlando on Tuesday afternoon after the alligator wildlife park was the target of a suspected hoax bomb threat, the sheriff's office said.
Orange County Sheriff's Office deputies swarmed Gatorland Orlando on Tuesday afternoon after the alligator wildlife park was the target of a suspected hoax bomb threat, the sheriff's office said.
Honor Flight Central Florida looking for WW II, Korean War-era vets for fall mission
Honor Flight Central Florida is actively searching for veterans of World War II and the Korean War to participate in its upcoming trip to the nation’s capital on October 17.
Honor Flight Central Florida is actively searching for veterans of World War II and the Korean War to participate in its upcoming trip to the nation’s capital on October 17.
Orlando commissioners advance proposal easing restrictions on historic downtown buildings
Orlando city commissioners voted to advance a proposal that would temporarily suspend some historic preservation requirements for dozens of downtown buildings.
Orlando city commissioners voted to advance a proposal that would temporarily suspend some historic preservation requirements for dozens of downtown buildings.
Deputies: Woman shot at a bus stop in Orange County; search on for suspect
Authorities were searching Monday for the person who shot a woman in her 70s as she waited at a bus stop in Orange County, leaving her critically injured and prompting a large law enforcement response.
Authorities were searching Monday for the person who shot a woman in her 70s as she waited at a bus stop in Orange County, leaving her critically injured and prompting a large law enforcement response.
Pulse Memorial: Orlando unveils updated plans for permanent site as 10-year remembrance nears
Orlando officials unveiled updated plans for the city’s permanent Pulse memorial Monday, bringing the project a step closer to construction as the 10-year anniversary of the nightclub shooting approaches.
Orlando officials unveiled updated plans for the city’s permanent Pulse memorial Monday, bringing the project a step closer to construction as the 10-year anniversary of the nightclub shooting approaches.
Young sisters killed in shooting at Orange County apartment remembered: Always smiling, family says
The Orange County Sheriff's Office on Monday released the names of two young girls who were shot and killed inside their home last Friday – allegedly by their father, who is suspected of then shooting and killing himself.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office on Monday released the names of two young girls who were shot and killed inside their home last Friday – allegedly by their father, who is suspected of then shooting and killing himself.
Florida mom, girl allegedly stole dozens of pins from Disney Springs store, deputies say
A Florida mom and her young daughter were arrested at Disney Springs for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars of Disney merchandise, including dozens of collectible pins, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
A Florida mom and her young daughter were arrested at Disney Springs for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars of Disney merchandise, including dozens of collectible pins, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Powerful 6.1M earthquake in Cuba felt in Florida, one of strongest ever recorded in the Gulf
Did you feel it? A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck near Mantua, Cuba on Monday, June 8, with reports of shaking and tremors being felt as far away as Jacksonville, Florida. At a magnitude 6, it is now one of the strongest earthquakes recorded in the Gulf region, according to USGS historical records.
Did you feel it? A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck near Mantua, Cuba on Monday, June 8, with reports of shaking and tremors being felt as far away as Jacksonville, Florida. At a magnitude 6, it is now one of the strongest earthquakes recorded in the Gulf region, according to USGS historical records.
Florida deputies surround home after bus stop shooting
FOX 35's Marie Edinger joins Garrett Wymer live outside a home in Orange County just a block away from a bus stop where a woman in her 70's was shot and taken to the hospital in critical conditiom.
FOX 35's Marie Edinger joins Garrett Wymer live outside a home in Orange County just a block away from a bus stop where a woman in her 70's was shot and taken to the hospital in critical conditiom.
Better Than Sex dessert spot, cocktail bar closing Orlando location after 10 years
Better Than Sex, a widely popular dessert restaurant known for its decadent desserts and cocktails, is closing its Orlando spot after 10 years. The restaurant's last day will be June 14.
Better Than Sex, a widely popular dessert restaurant known for its decadent desserts and cocktails, is closing its Orlando spot after 10 years. The restaurant's last day will be June 14.
Orlando weather: Hot, dry Sunday before humidity and storm chances return this week
Orlando weather: Hot, dry Sunday before humidity and storm chances return this week
Orlando weather: Hot, dry Sunday before humidity and storm chances return this week
Orlando weather: Summer heat ramps up, storms increase next week
Orlando weather: Summer heat ramps up, storms increase next week
Orlando weather: Summer heat ramps up, storms increase next week
Father, 2 young children found dead in Orlando-area apartment shooting: Deputies
Two young children were shot and killed Friday evening inside an Orlando-area apartment, and their father was later found dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, authorities said.
Two young children were shot and killed Friday evening inside an Orlando-area apartment, and their father was later found dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, authorities said.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings diagnosed with cancer, suspends campaign for governor
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said Friday that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and that he will suspend his campaign for Florida governor in order to receive treatment, calling it a “difficult decision."
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said Friday that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and that he will suspend his campaign for Florida governor in order to receive treatment, calling it a “difficult decision."
Florida theme parks hurricane, weather policies: What you need to know
If you're visiting the Florida theme parks during hurricane season, it's important to know what policies are in place for severe weather.
If you're visiting the Florida theme parks during hurricane season, it's important to know what policies are in place for severe weather.
Fun Spot offering $28 tickets for birthday sale
For one day only, the amusement park will offer single-day passes for $28.
For one day only, the amusement park will offer single-day passes for $28.
Crash and fight in Sanford lead to arrests after chase in Orlando
Two people were arrested Thursday after a confrontation that began with a crash in Sanford and ended with a traffic stop, vehicle pursuit and foot chase in downtown Orlando, authorities said.
Two people were arrested Thursday after a confrontation that began with a crash in Sanford and ended with a traffic stop, vehicle pursuit and foot chase in downtown Orlando, authorities said.
Downtown Apopka 'Station Street' project faces uncertainty after missed deadlines
A redevelopment project meant to help with the revival of downtown Apopka is officially at a critical crossroad.
A redevelopment project meant to help with the revival of downtown Apopka is officially at a critical crossroad.