Orange County 18-year-old killed, crashed into utility pole

An 18-year-old man died Monday night after his vehicle went off the road and struck a utility pole in Orange County, according to FHP.

Trial begins for Florida deputy accused of setting man on fire with Taser at Wawa

The incident occurred after Osceola County deputies tracked Barreto-Baerga to a Wawa gas station in Orange County, accusing him of reckless driving on a motorcycle.

Florida couple prepares for second Blue Origin spaceflight

A Winter Park couple is preparing to return to space with Blue Origin, marking their second journey aboard Jeff Bezos’ private space company.

Orlando Pride advance to the National Women's Soccer League championship

Barbra Banda scored the go-ahead goal and the Orlando Pride defeated the Kansas City Current 3-2 on Sunday to advance to the National Women’s Soccer League championship game.

Winter Park man riding scooter killed in Orange County, authorities say

A Winter Park man was killed Saturday evening when the scooter he was riding was struck by a vehicle, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. 

Man dies after vehicle leaves roadway in Orange County: FHP

Officials believe the man lost control of the vehicle while speeding before crashing into a concrete pole on Pine Hills Road.

Orlando holds annual swan check-up

The city organized more than 80 volunteers to help out with the check-ups.

Safety changes come to downtown Orlando after Halloween mass shooting

Starting Friday night, Orange Avenue will reopen to vehicle traffic in an effort to address growing concerns about public safety.

Tropical Storm Sara's threat to Florida lessens; should dissipate over Gulf of Mexico, NHC says

Tropical Storm Sara is expected to dissipate over or near Mexico's Yucantan Peninsula early next week, eliminating the tropical threat to the U.S. Gulf Coast or Florida, according to the FOX 35 Storm Team and the National Hurricane Center.

UCF researcher gets $1 million US Army grant for UV laser cleaning tech

Dr. Leland Nordin and his team at the University of Central Florida are using high-intensity lasers of UVC light to kill viruses and bacteria on surfaces.

Orange County Supervisor of Elections faces scrutiny over $2M scholarship fund

A controversial $2 million scholarship program has triggered a deeper investigation into spending by the Orange County Supervisor of Elections.

Driver clocked at 108 mph on 45 mph road in Apopka, deputies say

A driver was caught traveling at 108 mph on Rock Springs Road in Apopka, where the speed limit is 45 mph, according to authorities.

Winter Garden votes to limit late-night alcohol sales
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Following the City of Orlando, Winter Garden's City Commission has voted to limit when bars and restaurants can sell alcohol. Under the new rule, bars and restaurants will have to apply for a special permit to serve alcohol after midnight.

New downtown Orlando safety changes start today
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The City of Orlando is hoping to get rid of the so-called "street-party atmosphere" downtown, following two mass shootings in two years. Safety changes were enacted in 2022 after several people were hurt in a shooting. On Nov. 1, 2024, 2 people were killed, and eight others hurt in a shooting as thousands were celebrating Halloween. Beginning Friday, Nov. 15, Orange Avenue will begin to reopen to vehicle traffic. Before, it would be shut down, allowing people to walk along the street from bar to bar.

FAA flight ban grounds relief, families in Haiti during holiday season

Hundreds of families expecting loved ones from Haiti for the holidays face disappointment as an FAA ban on all flights in and out of the country has halted travel.