These Central Florida counties are now under burn bans: June 2024
A burn ban is used to help prevent wildfires when the county is experiencing dry weather and no rain is expected in the near future. Currently, a handful of Central Florida counties have burn bans in effect.
A burn ban is used to help prevent wildfires when the county is experiencing dry weather and no rain is expected in the near future. Currently, a handful of Central Florida counties have burn bans in effect.
Florida man accused of assaulting, demanding random man sell him drugs in downtown Orlando
The man was also arrested for assaulting a firefighter who responded to the scene, police said.
The man was also arrested for assaulting a firefighter who responded to the scene, police said.
Keeping your kids and pets safe during the Florida summer heat
As the summer heat intensifies in Florida, the safety of children and pets becomes a critical concern. With temperatures frequently soaring, it’s essential for residents to be proactive in protecting their loved ones from the dangers of extreme heat.
As the summer heat intensifies in Florida, the safety of children and pets becomes a critical concern. With temperatures frequently soaring, it’s essential for residents to be proactive in protecting their loved ones from the dangers of extreme heat.
'Unsheltered homelessness' spikes 105% in Central Florida: Report
A new report from the Homeless Services Network of Central Florida shows the number of people without a steady place to sleep has more than doubled over the past year.
A new report from the Homeless Services Network of Central Florida shows the number of people without a steady place to sleep has more than doubled over the past year.
War of words erupts between Florida Democratic lawmakers over residency claims
A fiery exchange unfolded Wednesday between former State Senator Randolph Bracy and current Senator Geraldine Thompson, both Democrats. The dispute centered on allegations that Thompson does not reside in the district she represents.
A fiery exchange unfolded Wednesday between former State Senator Randolph Bracy and current Senator Geraldine Thompson, both Democrats. The dispute centered on allegations that Thompson does not reside in the district she represents.
Southwest now flies from Orlando to these 6 tropical vacation getaways
Southwest adds daily, nonstop flights from Orlando International Airport to tropical destinations, including Cancun, Grand Cayman Islands, and the Bahamas.
Southwest adds daily, nonstop flights from Orlando International Airport to tropical destinations, including Cancun, Grand Cayman Islands, and the Bahamas.
20 Jack in the Box locations planned for Orlando
Jack in the Box has 20 Orlando-area locations in the works.
Jack in the Box has 20 Orlando-area locations in the works.
Fun Spot passes will be over half-off for the theme park's 26th birthday celebration
On Saturday, single-day Fun Passes will be $26 to celebrate Fun Spot's 26th birthday, but there is a limited time to get them.
On Saturday, single-day Fun Passes will be $26 to celebrate Fun Spot's 26th birthday, but there is a limited time to get them.
Orange County firefighters respond after car crashes into apartment building
Orange County Fire Rescue responded to the Castilian Apartments at the corner of Rio Grande and Holden avenues on Tuesday afternoon following reports that a car had crashed into a building.
Orange County Fire Rescue responded to the Castilian Apartments at the corner of Rio Grande and Holden avenues on Tuesday afternoon following reports that a car had crashed into a building.
Discovery Cove Orlando has a new baby dolphin: How you can help name her
Discovery Cove Orlando has a new baby dolphin – and needs your help picking her name. Here's how to vote.
Discovery Cove Orlando has a new baby dolphin – and needs your help picking her name. Here's how to vote.
Rolling Stones bring Hackney Diamonds Tour to Orlando
An estimated 45,000-plus Rolling Stones fans eager to hear the “Sweet Sounds of Heaven” packed Camping World Stadium on Monday night.
An estimated 45,000-plus Rolling Stones fans eager to hear the “Sweet Sounds of Heaven” packed Camping World Stadium on Monday night.
Orlando man convicted in deadly 2021 shooting at Orlando Elks Lodge party
An Orange County jury has found Tahj Williams, 26, guilty of second-degree murder and attempted second-degree murder, both involving a firearm, for his actions in a 2021 shooting that left one man dead and another injured outside a party in Orlando.
An Orange County jury has found Tahj Williams, 26, guilty of second-degree murder and attempted second-degree murder, both involving a firearm, for his actions in a 2021 shooting that left one man dead and another injured outside a party in Orlando.
Orange County Public Schools urges voters to renew half-cent sales tax in November election
If the half-cent sales tax fails to get approved by voters, school officials said it would be a huge step backwards – and there could be a shortfall of more than $4 billion over the next 10 years.
If the half-cent sales tax fails to get approved by voters, school officials said it would be a huge step backwards – and there could be a shortfall of more than $4 billion over the next 10 years.
Multi-county pursuit ends with PIT maneuver, arrest of driver by FHP
According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), a high-speed chase spanning three counties concluded with a driver's arrest late Monday morning.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), a high-speed chase spanning three counties concluded with a driver's arrest late Monday morning.
16-year-old dies in Orlando crash near theme parks; second teen injured: FHP
A 16-year-old is dead and another is injured after a car crash on International Drive near the theme parks that happened just after midnight on Monday, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
A 16-year-old is dead and another is injured after a car crash on International Drive near the theme parks that happened just after midnight on Monday, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
Rolling Stones to take over Orlando's Camping World Stadium on Monday night: Parking, tickets & more
The Rolling Stones are set to take over Orlando's Camping World Stadium on Monday night. Here's what to know about parking, tickets and more.
The Rolling Stones are set to take over Orlando's Camping World Stadium on Monday night. Here's what to know about parking, tickets and more.
Meet Guy Fieri at Winter Garden tequila bottle signing on June 15
Guy Fieri is scheduled to make an appearance at Winter Garden's new ABC Wine location for a Santo Tequila bottle signing on June 15.
Guy Fieri is scheduled to make an appearance at Winter Garden's new ABC Wine location for a Santo Tequila bottle signing on June 15.
Ocoee brushfire prompts business evacuations near West Oaks Mall, police say
A brushfire burning in Ocoee has prompted some evacuations Saturday, police said.
A brushfire burning in Ocoee has prompted some evacuations Saturday, police said.
7 injured after bus and car collision on Orange Blossom Trail: Police
Seven people were taken to the hospital after a car and bus crash on Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando police said.
Seven people were taken to the hospital after a car and bus crash on Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando police said.
Georgia man accused of beating girlfriend, killing bystander who intervened in downtown Orlando
The father was out celebrating his daughter's engagement when he was fatally punched in downtown Orlando, deputies said.
The father was out celebrating his daughter's engagement when he was fatally punched in downtown Orlando, deputies said.