West Nile virus detected in Orange County, prompting health advisory

ealth officials have issued a mosquito-borne illness advisory in Orange County after chickens tested positive for West Nile virus, prompting mosquito control crews to increase efforts in areas where the virus has been detected.

FSU linebacker Ethan Pritchard walking, training one year after being shot in the head

FSU linebacker and former Seminole High football player Ethan Pritchard is walking, talking, and training less than a year after surviving a gunshot wound to the head.

Suspended Palm Beach County clerk granted bond in child sex case; Florida AG seeks review of 'appalling order'

A judge Friday granted $160,000 bond to suspended Palm Beach County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Michael Allen Caruso, who is accused of sexually abusing a young boy multiple times since 2024.

Central Florida remembers Dolly Parton’s music, attractions and lasting legacy

Dolly Parton’s influence stretched far beyond country music, leaving a mark on Central Florida’s tourism industry and generations of fans who remembered the entertainer Tuesday following her death at age 80.

Orlando scraps Leu Gardens master plan after neighborhood concerns

The City of Orlando announced Monday it would not be moving forward with planned upgrades to the Harry P. Leu Gardens. The city cited community feedback and uncertainty about future property tax revenue to help pay for it.

Orlando weather: Rain chances climb this week as Central Florida returns to summer pattern

Tuesday features a 40% chance of showers and storms as this dominant SW flow holds. This means that we'll likely see more showers and storms with the sea breeze collision east of Orlando.

Florida man allegedly staged car crash that hurt family of four, deputies say

More than a year after a family of four was hurt in a crash in Orange County, Florida, detectives have arrested a man for allegedly staging the crash, known as the "left turn wave-thru."

Jaylen Edgar found guilty in deadly downtown Orlando Halloween shooting

A jury found Jaylen Edgar guilty in the deadly 2024 Halloween night shooting in downtown Orlando that killed two people and wounded seven others.

Fun Spot launches deal on 2027 season passes

Fun Spot is selling 2027 season passes that also includes admission to its Central Florida parks for the rest of this year.