Ocoee Police officer carries lost girl, 3, home
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Officer Andrew Moates of the Ocoee Police Department brought a lost three-year-old girl safely home after searching for her family. The officer found the girl wandering on the sidewalk alone. He began searching door to door to help bring the girl home. 

Mail fraud investigation: 3 Chinese nationals accused of stealing from Florida seniors
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Three Chinese nationals are behind bars after their alleged participation in a multi-million dollar scheme. With 28 victims listed in the complaint, the U.S. Attorney number of victims is likely to keep growing. Prosecutors say the group targeted people between 60 and 80 years old. 

Orlando weather: Daily showers amid back-to-school heat wave

Central Florida will experience a pattern shift starting Wednesday, pushing daily afternoon storms westward toward the I-75 corridor and leaving eastern coastal areas dry by early evening.

Early voting begins in Orange County for Florida primary election

Early voting for the 2026 Florida primary has officially begun in Orange County, but other Central Florida counties will start later this week.

Orlando weather: Scattered evening showers lead to storm early Monday

Scattered Sunday night showers will lead to widespread thunderstorms Monday afternoon. As the rain subsides later in the week, temperatures will quickly warm up.

Orlando firefighter returns to duty after stage 4 cancer diagnosis

More than a year after being diagnosed with cancer, Orlando firefighter Juwan VanBuren has returned to work following months of chemotherapy and is now in remission.

Boyfriend charged with evidence tampering after deadlyshooting of Orange County teen

A 19-year-old man has been arrested on a charge of tampering with evidence after investigators said he hid a gun following the deadly shooting of his 17-year-old girlfriend inside an Orange County apartment.

Sloth World Orlando: Investigation almost complete, findings expected in a few weeks, sheriff's office says

The Orange County Sheriff's Office said it has almost completed its investigation into Sloth World Orlando and expects to release its results in the next couple of weeks, a spokesperson told FOX 35.

Florida judge defies family's wishes, rejects plea deal; refuels fight between Uthmeier, Worrell

A Florida judge presiding over a first-degree murder case rejected a plea agreement that would have sent the man accused of killing his wife to jail for 30 years, not life in prison. The victim's family, including their daughter, was OK with the plea agreement because it would avoid trial. 

Boyfriend accused of evidence tampering after Florida teen shot, killed
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The boyfriend of Skyler Bradford, 17, has been charged with tampering with evidence after her death. Skyler, who was preparing to start college next month, her family said, was shot and killed July 29 at an apartment complex on Old Cheney Highway. No arrest have been made in connection to her death. 

Apopka City Commission approves lower property tax increase after heated budget debate

The Apopka City Commission has approved a scaled-back property tax rate, bringing a proposed tax hike down to 10% following vocal resident feedback and intense debate over city spending.

Fiery Orange County crash leaves 5 hospitalized in critical condition

Five people were hospitalized in critical condition after a two-vehicle crash Thursday evening that left one car engulfed in flames and required firefighters to rescue trapped occupants.

Teen killed in Orange County shooting remembered as 'very positive,' college-bound

A 17-year-old girl who was preparing to start college next month was shot and killed at an Orange County apartment complex, leaving her family mourning the loss of what her mother called her "best friend."

Quest’s Camp Thunderbird helps kids and adults with disabilities thrive

Quest's Camp Thunderbird is an inclusive summer camp in Florida providing recreational activities for children and adults with developmental disabilities. The week-long program gives campers the opportunity to build friendships, gain independence, and compete in team events such as the annual “Thunder Cup."

17-year-old girl shot, killed in Orange County, deputies say

A 17-year-old girl was killed in a shooting Wednesday afternoon in Orange County, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.