Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and D.C. Mayor place friendly wager on NWSL championship

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser have made a friendly wager ahead of the National Women’s Soccer League Championship match between the Orlando Pride and the Washington Spirit. 

Unpermitted rideshare drivers raise safety concerns at Orlando International Airport

Ride-share drivers are capitalizing on the holiday travel surge at Orlando International Airport, but some lack proper permits, raising safety and liability concerns, airport officials say.

Grand jury indicts teen behind downtown Orlando mass shooting on Halloween night

On Wednesday, November 20, 2024, an Orange County grand jury formally indicted 17-year-old Jaylen Edgar, the teen who open fired in downtown Orlando on Halloween.

Osceola deputy on trial for Taser incident that sparked gas pump fire takes stand

An Osceola County deputy on trial for tasing a man near a gas pump — resulting in a fire that severely injured the suspect — testified in his own defense Wednesday.

Universal Orlando kicks off holiday celebration with festive experiences

Universal Orlando Resort’s annual holiday celebration begins Friday, offering a season of festive experiences for visitors of all ages. 

North and southbound lanes of Semoran Blvd. reopen after fatal morning accident

According to the Orlando Police Department, both northbound and southbound lanes of Semoran Blvd. between Hoffner Avenue and Bent Pine Drive have been reopened.

Man escorted out of Orange County zoning meeting after fiery exchange

Tensions ran high at an Orange County meeting during the discussion of a special zoning exception for an Orlando synagogue in the Sand Lake Hills subdivision.

Pet Alliance begins construction on new Orlando shelter after devastating fire

The Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando has broken ground on a state-of-the-art animal shelter, three years after a fire destroyed its original adoption center.

Orange County mayor calls for return of $2 million in election funds used for scholarships

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings is demanding the return of $2 million in leftover election funds, which he says were improperly used by Supervisor of Elections Glen Gilzean for scholarships.

What grocery stores will be open in Central Florida this Thanksgiving?

Thanksgiving is approaching and preparations have begun, but where can you grab those last minute missing ingredients for your holiday meal?

Thieves caught on camera stealing bottles of liquor, cash in estimated $35K burglary

An Ocoee liquor store is asking for the public's help to catch a group of thieves who broke into the business overnight, stealing an estimated $35,000 worth of alcohol.

First look inside Epic Universe ride, 'Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry'

Universal Orlando has provided the first sneak peek of the brand new 'Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry' ride coming to Epic Universe in May 2025.

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.