Orange County DOGE audit starting today: What we know, what leaders are saying

Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia hosted a news conference on Tuesday morning in Orlando to discuss the Florida Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) audit into Orange County’s spending and operations.

Orange County commissioners ratify ICE agreement with 5-2 vote to transport detainees to 'Alligator Alcatraz'

Orange County commissioners voted Tuesday on a new agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to transport detainees to "Alligator Alcatraz." After several hours of discussion and public comment, commissioners voted 5-2 to ratify the agreement.

Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia speaks in Orlando
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Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia hosted a press gaggle regarding local government audits on Tuesday morning in Orlando. During the event, the CFO discussed the Florida Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) audit into Orange County’s spending and operations.

Orlando sees organic growth as city celebrates major milestone

As Orlando celebrates 150 years of history, its mayor is looking forward to its future as a destination known for more than just theme parks.

Funnel cloud caught on camera following tornado warning in Orange, Osceola counties

Severe thunderstorms rolled through Central Florida on Monday night, bringing torrential rain, frequent lightning and a brief tornado warning to parts of the region.

Neglected cemetery outside Apopka gets cleanup, but future remains uncertain

A long-neglected cemetery on the outskirts of Apopka is once again getting some much-needed maintenance, thanks in large part to the efforts of a local history enthusiast. But questions remain over who is ultimately responsible for its care — and what happens next.

Orange County braces for loss of thousands of students to homeschooling, charters

Orange County Public Schools is projecting a loss of more than 3,000 students this school year as families increasingly turn to charter schools and homeschooling, district officials said.

Man dies after weekend shooting in Orange County: deputies

A man has died from his injuries after being shot in Orange County over the weekend, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office announced Monday morning.

Roof collapses at Truist Bank branch on South OBT; no injuries reported

A roof collapse at a Truist Bank branch on South Orange Blossom Trail left a pile of rubble but, fortunately, no one was injured, officials said.

Orlando hosts 2025 Florida Freedom Forum
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The Republican Party of Florida hosted its�2025 Florida Freedom Forum, a one-day gathering of top conservative leaders, on Saturday in Orlando. The forum included a multitude of events and featured speeches from top speakers throughout the day.

2 detained after shots fired in Lake Nona neighborhood
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Two people have been detained after shots were fired on Friday in a Lake Nona neighborhood, police say. The investigation remains active and ongoing.

Florida Freedom Forum taking place Saturday in Orlando
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The Republican Party of Florida is hosting its?Florida Freedom Forum on Saturday in Orlando. The annual fundraiser event serves as a platform for the party to gather, discuss their agenda and celebrate the conservative movement in Florida. The forum includes a multitude of events and features speeches from top speakers throughout the day.

Orlando weather: Evening storms on the way, bringing gusty winds, torrential rain and vivid lightning

Central Florida is getting some slight relief from the raging heat of the summer as afternoon and evening storms push through on Saturday. However, heat advisories are possible for Sunday as temperatures are expected to climb back up.

Touring Orange County's newest elementary school
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FOX 35's Chris Lindsay gives us an inside look at the newest elementary school in Orange County. Luminary Elementary School is located in the Lake Nona area. The school will be one of the last newly constructed schools to open in Orange County for at least five years because of a recent pause introduced for new construction.

Orlando hosts 2025 Florida Freedom Forum: What we know and who attended

The Republican Party of Florida hosted its 2025 Florida Freedom Forum, a one-day gathering of top conservative leaders, on Saturday in Orlando. Here's everything we know about the event and who attended.