Uber launches option for female riders to choose women drivers
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Uber is rolling out a new feature nationwide that allows female riders to select female drivers, giving them greater control and a sense of safety when using the app.

School threats increasing in frequency in Volusia County, sheriff says

School threats in Volusia County are on the rise, and local law enforcement is taking an aggressive approach to deter students, authorities say.

School threats increasing in frequency in Volusia County
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School threats in Volusia County are on the rise, and local law enforcement is taking an aggressive approach to deter students, authorities say.

Employee subdues axe-wielding attacker at car wash
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New video shows a dramatic confrontation at a Marion County car wash after a 19-year-old employee stopped an axe-wielding attacker. 

Khork family launches scholarship to honor fallen Army captain
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The family of Captain Cody Khork, a Central Florida native and U.S. Army officer wounded in combat, has established a scholarship at Florida Southern College to honor his legacy. Khork, who was severely injured while serving overseas, was remembered as a compassionate leader and dedicated student.

Orange County School Board approves closure of 7 schools due to declining enrollment

The Orange County School Board has unanimously approved a plan put forth by Orange County Public Schools to close seven of its elementary schools due to declining enrollment.

Orlando woman accused of firing shots at Rihanna’s Los Angeles home
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An Orlando woman has been arrested after authorities say she fired multiple shots at a home belonging to singer Rihanna while the artist was inside.

NASA lacks rescue plan for astronauts stranded on moon: Report
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A new federal report says NASA currently has no way to rescue astronauts if they become stranded during future missions to the moon.

Pulse nightclub sign to be removed as memorial project moves forward
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The iconic sign outside Pulse nightclub in Orlando is set to be removed as the city moves forward with plans for a permanent memorial honoring victims of the 2016 mass shooting.

Judge denies new trial for Florida death row inmate Tommy Zeigler
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A judge has denied a request for a new trial from a Florida death row inmate convicted in a 1975 quadruple killing in Winter Garden.

Port St. John neighbors plead for help with alleged hoarder house: 'We want to see it gone'

A long-running dispute over a cluttered home in Port St. John may soon head to court as Brevard County moves toward foreclosure on the property following years of complaints from neighbors.

Port St. John neighbors plead for help with alleged hoarder house
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A long-running dispute over a cluttered home in Port St. John may soon head to court as Brevard County moves toward foreclosure on the property following years of complaints from neighbors.

Fire at Orange County scrap yard sends smoke into sky near airport
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A large fire at a scrap metal recycling yard in Orange County sent thick black smoke billowing into the sky Tuesday afternoon near Orlando International Airport.

Hurt dog found abandoned in Florida dumpster, later euthanized; suspect arrested

A 79-year-old man was arrested on a felony animal cruelty charge after deputies said an injured dog was found inside a dumpster behind a Kissimmee business.

Live updates: Metal scrapyard burning in Orlando

Piles of metal are burning at a scrapyard in Orlando, sending huge columns of smoke into the air, according to the Orange County Fire Rescue Department.

Affidavit: Drunk Florida mom forgot daughter at Universal CityWalk bar; arrested for child neglect

A Florida mom's night out at Universal CityWalk ended in handcuffs and a booking photo after she was arrested for allegedly leaving her 12-year-old daughter alone at one of the bars, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.

3 Volusia County students, ages 11-13, arrested for alleged school shooting threats, deputies say

A teen boy was arrested after Volusia County deputies say text messages reveal a plan to enact a shooting at a school. The boy's arrest comes after his friend was arrested last month in connection to the alleged plot.