Central Florida beaches prepare for spring break crowds

Spring Break 2024 is right around the corner; beaches in Central Florida are preparing for the influx of young tourists.

Most complimented cast member brings smiles to Disney: 'So magical'

One special cast member is brightening everyone’s day at Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios, and it’s being noticed. Willie Jackson is a PhotoPass photographer at Walt Disney World. With each camera click, Jackson makes each guest feel like they’re a movie star.

Florida House could vote on homeless bill during Friday session

Florida lawmakers are expected to vote on a bill Friday that would ban camping in public spaces. Some critics of the bill say it targets homeless people. House members debated the bill on the house floor Thursday.

Orlando looks to demolish buildings, expand downtown park

Lake Eola Park is the heart of downtown Orlando. On Wednesday, a city committee recommended expanding the park.

Madeline Soto: Sheriff shares update on missing girl
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Orange County Sheriff John Mina shared an update on Wednesday afternoon about the search for Madeline Soto, a 13-year-old girl who went missing days after her birthday. He said over 100 personnel are out in Orlando looking for her, and the search continues.

Search crews looking for Maddie Soto near Osprey Park
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Search crews are out looking for Madeline "Maddie" Soto in the area of Osprey Park near Hunter's Creek. Authorities said the Florida teen was last seen Monday morning after being dropped off for school.

Maddie Soto: Girl, 13, reported missing in Florida
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Have you seen Madeline "Maddie" Soto? Orange County deputies are desperately searching for the missing 13-year-old girl who was last seen Monday morning in the area of Town Loop Boulevard and Hunter's Park Lane in Orlando, Florida.

Lake Eola swan deaths: City of Orlando says all 4 swans died from bird flu

At least four swans -- a beloved staple at Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando -- have died, leading the City of Orlando to open an investigation. Here is the latest that we know.

Ocoee officer fires at suspect vehicle approaching him head-on, acting chief says

An Ocoee police officer fired a shot at a suspect vehicle during an attempted traffic stop on Tuesday morning, acting police chief Vincent Ogburn told reporters during a press conference.

Ocoee police: Officer fired at car approaching head on
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Vincent Ogburn, the acting police chief of the Ocoee Police Department, shared an update about an officer-involved shooting in the Clarcona Ocoee area on Tuesday morning. Police have not yet identified a suspect or victim, and said it's an active and open investigation.

'Suspicious' bag at Orlando International Airport led to partial closure of Terminal B

One of the main roadways to Orlando International Airport (MCO) – and one of its three main terminals – has reopened following an hours-long investigation by law enforcement.