How will FAA flight cuts impact Orlando airport?
The FAA has ordered airlines cut flight traffic by 10% on Friday amid the government shutdown which has stressed FAA flight controllers, who have gone a month without a paycheck. The flight cuts are planned for the 40 busiest airports, which reportedly includes Orlando International Airport and Tampa International Airport. Several airlines are offering passengers refunds and the ability to change their travel plans without a penalty.
The FAA has ordered airlines cut flight traffic by 10% on Friday amid the government shutdown which has stressed FAA flight controllers, who have gone a month without a paycheck. The flight cuts are planned for the 40 busiest airports, which reportedly includes Orlando International Airport and Tampa International Airport. Several airlines are offering passengers refunds and the ability to change their travel plans without a penalty.
FAA flight cuts: Here's what each airline is offering passengers, travelers
Several airlines at Orlando International Airport (MCO) said they are offering flight changes, re-bookings, cancellations or refunds without penalty to customers affected by the Federal Aviation Administration's decision to reduce air traffic by 10% at 40 airports. The FAA decision starts Friday, Nov. 7.
Several airlines at Orlando International Airport (MCO) said they are offering flight changes, re-bookings, cancellations or refunds without penalty to customers affected by the Federal Aviation Administration's decision to reduce air traffic by 10% at 40 airports. The FAA decision starts Friday, Nov. 7.
Invasive Peters Rock Agama lizards spotted in Sanford
The FWC said the Agama lizard, native to Africa, has been documented in 20 Florida counties, including Seminole County where they've established breeding populations.
The FWC said the Agama lizard, native to Africa, has been documented in 20 Florida counties, including Seminole County where they've established breeding populations.
Small plane lands miles away from Space Coast Airport
A small plane landed on FL-407, Thursday, after reports say the plane lost engine power. The plane landed around 3 miles southwest of the Space Coast Regional Airport. The FAA is investigating this incident.
A small plane landed on FL-407, Thursday, after reports say the plane lost engine power. The plane landed around 3 miles southwest of the Space Coast Regional Airport. The FAA is investigating this incident.
Alachua County warrant investigators fired weapons in warrant arrest: What we know
Alachua County investigators reportedly fired their weapons when attempting to serve a felony warrant. Here's what we know.
Alachua County investigators reportedly fired their weapons when attempting to serve a felony warrant. Here's what we know.
FAA air traffic cuts impact travelers: What they're saying
As 40 airports nationwide brace for the impact of 10% of air traffic cut tomorrow, some travelers say they're rethinking they plans and may drive instead.
As 40 airports nationwide brace for the impact of 10% of air traffic cut tomorrow, some travelers say they're rethinking they plans and may drive instead.
Small plane makes emergency landing on road in Brevard County
A small plane landed around three miles southwest of the Space Coast Regional Airport on FL-407 after officials say the plane lost engine power.
A small plane landed around three miles southwest of the Space Coast Regional Airport on FL-407 after officials say the plane lost engine power.
Robin Severance-Lopez rejects plea deal; new trial date scheduled
Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, rejected a plea deal in court on Thursday morning, according to her attorney. Her trial is now scheduled for December 2025.
Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, rejected a plea deal in court on Thursday morning, according to her attorney. Her trial is now scheduled for December 2025.
Orlando Storm: Season tickets now on sale, team needs help picking mascot
Orlando Storm, one of the United Football League’s newest expansion teams, announced Thursday that regular season tickets for its 2026 season are now on sale.
Orlando Storm, one of the United Football League’s newest expansion teams, announced Thursday that regular season tickets for its 2026 season are now on sale.
Robin Severance-Lopez rejects plea deal | Attorney statement
Robin Severance-Lopez, the wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, rejected a plea deal in court on Thursday on charges related to her alleged connection to an illegal gambling operation linked to Marcos Lopez. Robin Lopez was also recently arrested -- and remains in jail -- on a charge of providing false or misleading information during a bond hearing. Her new trial date is set for December.
Robin Severance-Lopez, the wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, rejected a plea deal in court on Thursday on charges related to her alleged connection to an illegal gambling operation linked to Marcos Lopez. Robin Lopez was also recently arrested -- and remains in jail -- on a charge of providing false or misleading information during a bond hearing. Her new trial date is set for December.
Orange County Mayor Demings campaigns for Florida governor
Demings has served more than 40 years in public service, including as Orlando’s police chief and later as Orange County sheriff. He told FOX 35 on Nov. 6 that if elected he will bring the cost of living down in Florida and also create high wage jobs by creating "pathways" for people to begin entry level jobs and move up the later. He said he's the most experienced candidate in terms of crisis management.
Demings has served more than 40 years in public service, including as Orlando’s police chief and later as Orange County sheriff. He told FOX 35 on Nov. 6 that if elected he will bring the cost of living down in Florida and also create high wage jobs by creating "pathways" for people to begin entry level jobs and move up the later. He said he's the most experienced candidate in terms of crisis management.
Alleged thieves ordered rideshare 'getaway' vehicle after taking $25K watch, deputies say
The Osceola County Sheriff's Office said two alleged burglary suspects did not have a “getaway” vehicle of their own – and instead ordered a rideshare to the crime scene, stashing the loot in the vehicle's trunk.
The Osceola County Sheriff's Office said two alleged burglary suspects did not have a “getaway” vehicle of their own – and instead ordered a rideshare to the crime scene, stashing the loot in the vehicle's trunk.
Move to Florida: Leaders reacts to New York mayoral win
Some Florida leaders, politicians, and sheriffs are expecting more New Yorkers to move to Florida after Tuesday's mayoral election.
Some Florida leaders, politicians, and sheriffs are expecting more New Yorkers to move to Florida after Tuesday's mayoral election.
Alleged thieves used rideshare as getaway vehicle: Deputies
Osceola County sheriff’s deputies arrested two burglary suspects after they ordered a rideshare home from the crime scene, deputies said. The burglaries happened early Tuesday morning, deputies said. Deputies were surveilling the neighborhood because they claim it was the site of a “recent series of burglaries” when they saw the two suspects get into a car with duffle bags and backpacks, according to an arrest affidavit. Deputies pulled the car over. The unsuspecting “getaway” driver was hired by the suspects as a rideshare, deputies said. An arrest affidavit said the driver told deputies the items in the trunk belonged to the suspects and he did not know them. The targeted neighborhood is gated, every gate has a camera, many homes have surveillance cameras, hired security patrols in marked vehicles and deputies conducted surveillance. Deputies said that wasn’t enough to stop Ronie Joseph, 18, and Justice Lewis, 19, from burglarizing homes.
Osceola County sheriff’s deputies arrested two burglary suspects after they ordered a rideshare home from the crime scene, deputies said. The burglaries happened early Tuesday morning, deputies said. Deputies were surveilling the neighborhood because they claim it was the site of a “recent series of burglaries” when they saw the two suspects get into a car with duffle bags and backpacks, according to an arrest affidavit. Deputies pulled the car over. The unsuspecting “getaway” driver was hired by the suspects as a rideshare, deputies said. An arrest affidavit said the driver told deputies the items in the trunk belonged to the suspects and he did not know them. The targeted neighborhood is gated, every gate has a camera, many homes have surveillance cameras, hired security patrols in marked vehicles and deputies conducted surveillance. Deputies said that wasn’t enough to stop Ronie Joseph, 18, and Justice Lewis, 19, from burglarizing homes.
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings launches campaign for Florida governor
Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings announced on Thursday morning that he is running for governor of Florida, pledging to restore “responsible leadership," address rising costs and strengthen public safety across the state.
Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings announced on Thursday morning that he is running for governor of Florida, pledging to restore “responsible leadership," address rising costs and strengthen public safety across the state.
Child airlifted after electric dirt bike, van collide in Melbourne, police say
A child was seriously injured Wednesday afternoon in a crash involving an electric dirt bike and a van in Melbourne, police said.
A child was seriously injured Wednesday afternoon in a crash involving an electric dirt bike and a van in Melbourne, police said.
2 men indicted in Cocoa shooting that killed 15-year-old girl, wounded 2 others
A Brevard County Grand Jury has indicted Jonterich L. Smith, 21, and Xazavier E. Butler, 20, in connection to a deadly shooting on October 6.
A Brevard County Grand Jury has indicted Jonterich L. Smith, 21, and Xazavier E. Butler, 20, in connection to a deadly shooting on October 6.
Insurance won’t cover repairs of collapsed bridge in Eustis neighborhood, families say
A bridge collapse in Lake County has left dozens of families stranded and unable to return home after a recent storm caused extensive structural damage.
A bridge collapse in Lake County has left dozens of families stranded and unable to return home after a recent storm caused extensive structural damage.
More cruise ships, bigger cruise ships: Is Port Canaveral running out of space?
Traveling to the Bahamas, Caribbean and beyond just got more exciting as Port Canaveral announced several new cruise ships will take off from its port.
Traveling to the Bahamas, Caribbean and beyond just got more exciting as Port Canaveral announced several new cruise ships will take off from its port.
FAA to cut air traffic amid shutdown staffing shortages; MCO 'minimally impacted,' airport says
The FAA will reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 major markets starting Friday due to staffing shortages during the government shutdown.
The FAA will reduce air traffic by 10% across 40 major markets starting Friday due to staffing shortages during the government shutdown.