Blue Origin wins $700M contract for Mars communication network
NASA has awarded Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin a $700 million contract to develop, build, and launch a high-tech communications network around Mars. The goal is to have the Mars Telecommunications Network delivered by the end of 2028 – and to have it operational by 2030, NASA said.
NASA has awarded Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin a $700 million contract to develop, build, and launch a high-tech communications network around Mars. The goal is to have the Mars Telecommunications Network delivered by the end of 2028 – and to have it operational by 2030, NASA said.
Teen caught speeding more than 120 mph months after deadly crash
A 19-year-old Orange County man accused of driving more than 120 mph has been arrested less than a year after investigators say he was involved in a deadly crash that killed two elderly Lynx paratransit passengers.
A 19-year-old Orange County man accused of driving more than 120 mph has been arrested less than a year after investigators say he was involved in a deadly crash that killed two elderly Lynx paratransit passengers.
Palm Bay weighs future of license plate readers
The future of automated license plate readers in Florida remains uncertain as Palm Bay considers its next steps after suspending its Flock Safety camera program. Gov. Ron DeSantis is calling for statewide legislation to regulate the technology before supporting its continued use.
The future of automated license plate readers in Florida remains uncertain as Palm Bay considers its next steps after suspending its Flock Safety camera program. Gov. Ron DeSantis is calling for statewide legislation to regulate the technology before supporting its continued use.
911 calls: Lightning strike sends couple to hospital after walk on West Orange Trail
A husband and wife are expected to recover after they were struck by lightning while walking on the West Orange Trail in Winter Garden, according to police.
A husband and wife are expected to recover after they were struck by lightning while walking on the West Orange Trail in Winter Garden, according to police.
Lightning strike sends couple to hospital after walk on West Orange Trail
A husband and wife are expected to recover after they were struck by lightning while walking on the West Orange Trail in Winter Garden, according to police.
A husband and wife are expected to recover after they were struck by lightning while walking on the West Orange Trail in Winter Garden, according to police.
Port Orange shooting: Woman fires gun inside police lobby, shot by officers, chief says
A woman armed with a gun walked into the lobby of the Port Orange Police Department on Thursday morning and fired at least one round, before walking out, according to Police Chief Manuel Marino.
A woman armed with a gun walked into the lobby of the Port Orange Police Department on Thursday morning and fired at least one round, before walking out, according to Police Chief Manuel Marino.
Woman fires gun inside Port Orange police headquarters, officers say
A woman armed with a gun walked into the lobby of the Port Orange Police Department on Thursday morning and fired at least one round before walking out, according to Police Chief Manuel Marino.
A woman armed with a gun walked into the lobby of the Port Orange Police Department on Thursday morning and fired at least one round before walking out, according to Police Chief Manuel Marino.
8 cats dead, 5 surrendered, dozens of others rescued after house fire, officials say
Orange County firefighters helped rescue dozens of animals from inside a home that caught fire early Thursday morning.
Orange County firefighters helped rescue dozens of animals from inside a home that caught fire early Thursday morning.
Florida man, 81, dead after found unresponsive at Ormond Beach
An 81-year-old man died Wednesday after he was found unresponsive at Ormond Beach, according to Volusia County Beach Safety.
An 81-year-old man died Wednesday after he was found unresponsive at Ormond Beach, according to Volusia County Beach Safety.
Woman shoots inside Port Orange lobby: Press conference
Port Orange Police Chief Manuel Marino gives an update after a shooting inside the lobby of the Port Orange Police Department. He said a woman walked inside, showed a gun, and fired. She walked out and was confronted by three officers -- and shot. No officers or civilians inside the police department were hurt, he said.
Port Orange Police Chief Manuel Marino gives an update after a shooting inside the lobby of the Port Orange Police Department. He said a woman walked inside, showed a gun, and fired. She walked out and was confronted by three officers -- and shot. No officers or civilians inside the police department were hurt, he said.
Universal Orlando to close long-running Animal Actors show
Animal Actors On Location!, one of the remaining opening-day attractions at Universal Studios Florida, will have its final performances in November.
Animal Actors On Location!, one of the remaining opening-day attractions at Universal Studios Florida, will have its final performances in November.
Car pinned under tractor-trailer in Marion County crash; 1 person injured
One person was injured in a crash after their vehicle was pinned underneath a tractor-trailer in Citra, according to Marion County Fire Rescue.
One person was injured in a crash after their vehicle was pinned underneath a tractor-trailer in Citra, according to Marion County Fire Rescue.
Orlando weather: More storms, heavy rain expected through the weekend
Central Florida is expected to see more rain for the rest of the week and into the Labor Day weekend.
Central Florida is expected to see more rain for the rest of the week and into the Labor Day weekend.
Orlando weather: Showers, storms could impact UCF home opener
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected across Central Florida on Thursday afternoon and evening, but widespread severe weather is not anticipated.
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected across Central Florida on Thursday afternoon and evening, but widespread severe weather is not anticipated.
Record-breaking sea turtle nesting season continues on Florida's Space Coast
Sea turtle nesting is on pace for a record year along Florida's Space Coast, with thousands more nests already recorded than in previous seasons and nearly two months remaining before nesting season ends.
Sea turtle nesting is on pace for a record year along Florida's Space Coast, with thousands more nests already recorded than in previous seasons and nearly two months remaining before nesting season ends.
Trial delayed in case tied to deadly 2025 dog attack in DeLand
The trial of two women charged with tampering with evidence after a deadly 2025 dog attack that killed 8-year-old Michael Millett has been postponed until at least next year, delaying a case his family has awaited for months.
The trial of two women charged with tampering with evidence after a deadly 2025 dog attack that killed 8-year-old Michael Millett has been postponed until at least next year, delaying a case his family has awaited for months.
Deltona woman accused of body-slamming victim during DeLand fight
A Deltona woman is facing felony charges after DeLand police say she body-slammed another woman during a fight, leaving the victim critically injured.
A Deltona woman is facing felony charges after DeLand police say she body-slammed another woman during a fight, leaving the victim critically injured.
Florida Ethics Commission finds probable cause against Kissimmee mayor
The Florida Commission on Ethics found probable cause that Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa violated Florida ethics law by maintaining a prohibited contractual relationship with an entity doing business with the city after her business accepted grant money administered by the city.
The Florida Commission on Ethics found probable cause that Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa violated Florida ethics law by maintaining a prohibited contractual relationship with an entity doing business with the city after her business accepted grant money administered by the city.
Orange County reports locally acquired dengue case
Orange County health officials have confirmed a locally acquired case of dengue fever, prompting mosquito control crews to increase spraying in the area where the person was infected.
Orange County health officials have confirmed a locally acquired case of dengue fever, prompting mosquito control crews to increase spraying in the area where the person was infected.
OCPS enrollment drop prompts $8.5 million in budget cuts
Orange County Public Schools is cutting another $8.5 million from its central office budget after student enrollment fell by more than 7,500 students compared with last year, reducing state funding tied to enrollment.
Orange County Public Schools is cutting another $8.5 million from its central office budget after student enrollment fell by more than 7,500 students compared with last year, reducing state funding tied to enrollment.