Orlando positions itself as rising hub for major sporting events
Orlando is ramping up efforts to cement its reputation as a major sports city, with local leaders pursuing billions of dollars in future sporting events and infrastructure already in place to host them.
Orlando is ramping up efforts to cement its reputation as a major sports city, with local leaders pursuing billions of dollars in future sporting events and infrastructure already in place to host them.
Former Orlando police officer killed by father-in-law at a New Year's family gathering: OPD
A former Orlando Police officer's father-in-law was arrested as a suspect in the officer's death after a shooting took place at a family gathering on New Year's Day.
A former Orlando Police officer's father-in-law was arrested as a suspect in the officer's death after a shooting took place at a family gathering on New Year's Day.
Disney World brings back Florida resident ‘Discover Disney’ ticket deal
Disney World has rolled out some deals just for Florida residents.
Disney World has rolled out some deals just for Florida residents.
Trial delayed for suspect in Orlando Halloween mass shooting
Jaylen Edgar will undergo another mental evaluation.
Jaylen Edgar will undergo another mental evaluation.
Orlando protesters rally after deadly ICE shooting in Minneapolis
A few dozen people in Orlando protested the deadly shooting of a woman in Minnesota involving a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent.
A few dozen people in Orlando protested the deadly shooting of a woman in Minnesota involving a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent.
Restaurant inside Disney Springs facing lawsuit following patron's choking death
A Marion County man died after choking on a piece of steak at the Boathouse restaurant, according to authorities.
A Marion County man died after choking on a piece of steak at the Boathouse restaurant, according to authorities.
Apopka mayor sues political rival, claiming she doesn’t meet residency requirements
Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson has filed a lawsuit against his political opponent, County Commissioner Christine Moore, claiming Moore does not qualify to appear on the mayoral ballot because she has not been a resident long enough.
Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson has filed a lawsuit against his political opponent, County Commissioner Christine Moore, claiming Moore does not qualify to appear on the mayoral ballot because she has not been a resident long enough.
Orlando extends free downtown parking program for 2026
Park DTO offers up to two hours of free parking at participating downtown locations.
Park DTO offers up to two hours of free parking at participating downtown locations.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Orlando delivery driver accused of hitting, dragging woman from car in road rage dispute, police say
Two women were arrested in separate Central Florida counties following road rage incidents that escalated into violent confrontations, according to law enforcement.
Two women were arrested in separate Central Florida counties following road rage incidents that escalated into violent confrontations, according to law enforcement.
Orange County Sheriff: Violent crime, overall crime is down. Here are the numbers
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%.
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.
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.
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.
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.
13-year-old boy injured after firework explodes in hand, Orange County deputies say
The incident happened Saturday afternoon near an apartment complex on Clarcona Pointe Way in Orange County.
The incident happened Saturday afternoon near an apartment complex on Clarcona Pointe Way in Orange County.
Firefighters rescue dog trapped under Orlando overpass
The crew was able to bring the dog to Animal Control, which then took it to a shelter.
The crew was able to bring the dog to Animal Control, which then took it to a shelter.
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.
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.
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.