Judge denies request to delay trial in Orlando Halloween mass shooting case

A handwritten letter asking for a new attorney was not enough to persuade a judge to delay the murder trial of a teenager charged in a deadly Halloween mass shooting in downtown Orlando.

Future of historic Hungerford School property in Eatonville under discussion

The future of the historic Robert Hungerford School property is again under debate as Eatonville leaders and school officials consider a proposed transfer of the 117-acre site to Dr. Phillips Charities.

Lawsuit against SeaWorld tossed: Park not liable for woman's 'hit by duck' claims

A lawsuit against SeaWorld — alleging that the park failed to keep safe conditions after a woman said she was hit in the face by a duck while riding a roller coaster — is now dismissed. 

Orange County Sheriff: Violent crime, overall crime is down. Here are the numbers
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Orange County Sheriff John Mina talks with Amy Kaufeldt about the latest crime states in Orange County, Florida. According to the agency, homicides are down 36%, violent crime is down 23%, and overall crime is down 19%.

Restored Elvis 'guitar car' to debut at Orlando Auto Museum

The museum, located inside Dezerland Park on International Drive, will unveil the refurbished car on Thursday—Elvis’ birthday.

Florida troopers arrest man in alleged hit-and-run involving infant near Disney area

Florida Highway Patrol troopers arrested a man in connection with a hit-and-run crash on an Interstate 4 entrance ramp near Epcot Center Drive that injured an infant, according to an arrest report.

Lake Eola swans: 19 have died over span of weeks; all tested positive for Avian flu: City

Over the span of nearly three weeks, 19 swans and 2 wild birds have been found dead at Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando. The birds have tested positive for Avian influenza, the City of Orlando said in a news release on Monday afternoon.

Orlando police arrest man accused of stealing mail from apartment mailboxes

Officers responded to the Aria Beach apartment complex on South Semoran Boulevard at 5:30 a.m. on Dec. 29 after receiving a report about a person stealing mail.

Florida man attacked with axe in targeted robbery: ‘Absolutely terrifying’

Police say an Orlando couple used Instagram and lingerie to lure a man into a violent ambush involving an axe and a firearm. Nicholas Lavallee and Anne Aksell now face multiple felony charges.

Swimmers brave cold at Lake Cane
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More than a dozen swimmers brave the cold Thursday morning at Lake Cane in Orlando. Orlando saw near freezing temperatures over the new year holiday. Dr. Lucky Meisenheimer started the tradition years ago allowing active swimmers to start their day by getting a workout no matter the temps.

Orlando 2026: Leaders talk development, growth, theme parks
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Orlando and Central Florida saw a lot of growth and development in 2025 -- and there is more planned for 2026. From road expansions to the Pulse Memorial to new lands, rides, and experiences at the theme parks, FOX 35's John Brown talks to local leaders and the experts about what's ahead for Orlando in 2026.

Cold temperatures greet New Year’s Eve revelers at Orlando’s Thornton Park

Central Florida is experiencing its coldest New Year’s Eve in more than two decades, but the chilly temperatures are not deterring crowds from celebrating outdoors.

Cold snap sends endangered sea turtles to Central Florida for treatment

More than a dozen critically endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtles are being treated in Central Florida after a cold snap stunned them along the New England coast.

Texas beats Michigan 41-27 in Citrus Bowl as Arch Manning dominates

Arch Manning led Texas to a big Citrus Bowl win, showcasing both his passing and rushing abilities. Michigan struggled to respond amid recent coaching changes and disciplinary turmoil.