DCF reports raise questions after arrests in unlicensed care home case
Newly obtained Florida Department of Children and Families records are raising questions about why unlicensed care homes in Osceola County remained open despite repeated allegations of abuse and neglect before their owners were arrested.
Newly obtained Florida Department of Children and Families records are raising questions about why unlicensed care homes in Osceola County remained open despite repeated allegations of abuse and neglect before their owners were arrested.
Orlando to remove parking meters, shift to digital-only payments
Orlando is eliminating parking meters citywide and replacing them with a digital payment system in an effort to modernize parking and reduce maintenance costs.
Orlando is eliminating parking meters citywide and replacing them with a digital payment system in an effort to modernize parking and reduce maintenance costs.
New 'Bexley Box' delivered in Maitland to help officers comfort young victims
The Maitland Police Department now has its own Bexley Box – a special care kit created to comfort children during traumatic experiences.
The Maitland Police Department now has its own Bexley Box – a special care kit created to comfort children during traumatic experiences.
Family threatens lawsuit after mistaken police takedown injures teen
A Melbourne police officer has resigned after body camera video showed officers tackling a 15-year-old boy they mistakenly believed was a missing juvenile, leaving the teen with a fractured elbow. The family's attorney now says they are seeking damages and could file a federal civil rights lawsuit if a settlement cannot be reached.
A Melbourne police officer has resigned after body camera video showed officers tackling a 15-year-old boy they mistakenly believed was a missing juvenile, leaving the teen with a fractured elbow. The family's attorney now says they are seeking damages and could file a federal civil rights lawsuit if a settlement cannot be reached.
Officer, neighbor rescue trapped dog after lightning sparks house fire
A lightning strike sparked a house fire in Ocoee last month, destroying much of a family's home and trapping their dog in the fenced backyard.
A lightning strike sparked a house fire in Ocoee last month, destroying much of a family's home and trapping their dog in the fenced backyard.
Fired Titusville police chief cited after rollover crash, council member says
A fired Titusville police chief who was not criminally charged after a rollover crash last month has now been cited for careless driving, according to a Titusville city council member.
A fired Titusville police chief who was not criminally charged after a rollover crash last month has now been cited for careless driving, according to a Titusville city council member.
Wildfire smoke chokes skies in Midwest and Northeast
Smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota is blanketing multiple northern states with smoke and ash, leaving millions of people exposed to dangerous levels of air pollution.
Smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota is blanketing multiple northern states with smoke and ash, leaving millions of people exposed to dangerous levels of air pollution.
Charges dropped against teen in deadly 2023 shooting
More than three years after 14-year-old Trevon Robinson was killed in a shooting outside Dezerland Park, prosecutors have dropped all charges against the teenager who had been accused in the case, saying they do not have enough evidence to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
More than three years after 14-year-old Trevon Robinson was killed in a shooting outside Dezerland Park, prosecutors have dropped all charges against the teenager who had been accused in the case, saying they do not have enough evidence to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
Florida man with bogus bladder trying to beat drug test busted pulling up to court-ordered drug class: FCSO
A 52-year-old Palm Coast man serving probation for multiple burglaries and thefts faces a slew of new charges after deputies caught him arriving for a court-ordered drug test with a concealed device designed to fake his urine sample.
A 52-year-old Palm Coast man serving probation for multiple burglaries and thefts faces a slew of new charges after deputies caught him arriving for a court-ordered drug test with a concealed device designed to fake his urine sample.
Ancient 'lost world' could rewrite history for how first Americans arrived 13,000 years ago
New evidence suggests that Americans may not have arrived in the Americas by the previously thought Bering Land Bridge, but actually by boat.
New evidence suggests that Americans may not have arrived in the Americas by the previously thought Bering Land Bridge, but actually by boat.
Treasure hunters recover rare silver bar from legendary shipwreck off Florida Keys
Mel Fisher's Shipwreck Expeditions found the artifact in 50 feet of water off Key West, estimated to be worth up to $100,000.
Mel Fisher's Shipwreck Expeditions found the artifact in 50 feet of water off Key West, estimated to be worth up to $100,000.
Woman charged after police find 90-year-old husband living in alleged neglect
A South Carolina woman is facing criminal charges after police said they found her 90-year-old husband suffering from apparent neglect and living in unsanitary conditions during a welfare check.
A South Carolina woman is facing criminal charges after police said they found her 90-year-old husband suffering from apparent neglect and living in unsanitary conditions during a welfare check.
Ex-Florida cop, Ormond Beach sued after drunk arrestee slammed down in DUI investigation
A handcuffed woman has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the City of Ormond Beach and former police officer Jacob Ryan Cannon following a violent December 2024 interrogation room attack.
A handcuffed woman has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the City of Ormond Beach and former police officer Jacob Ryan Cannon following a violent December 2024 interrogation room attack.
Universal adds 'Stranger Things' show to Halloween Horror Nights lineup
The new lagoon show for this year's Halloween Horror Nights will be based on the hit Netflix series "Stranger Things," Universal Orlando has announced.
The new lagoon show for this year's Halloween Horror Nights will be based on the hit Netflix series "Stranger Things," Universal Orlando has announced.
Beloved Winter Park boutique, Tuni, gets a temporary home
Tuni had been a staple on Park Avenue in Winter Park for 40 years. That all changed when their landlord chose not to renew their lease.
Tuni had been a staple on Park Avenue in Winter Park for 40 years. That all changed when their landlord chose not to renew their lease.
This winter wonderland was one of the hottest housing markets for June: See the list
These metro areas have become the hottest housing markets in the country, drawing intense buyer interest with fast-selling homes and prices that stand out in today's market.
These metro areas have become the hottest housing markets in the country, drawing intense buyer interest with fast-selling homes and prices that stand out in today's market.
Winter Park's Tuni gets a temporary home at former Miller's Hardware
Tuni is moving into the old Miller’s Hardware store, which closed after 80 years in business. Inside the space it is a mix of high style meets hardware. It’s the new arrangement in the midst of change. “It’s not going to be perfect, but it’s going to be different from this and it will work,” Tuni owner Paige Blackwelder said.
Tuni is moving into the old Miller’s Hardware store, which closed after 80 years in business. Inside the space it is a mix of high style meets hardware. It’s the new arrangement in the midst of change. “It’s not going to be perfect, but it’s going to be different from this and it will work,” Tuni owner Paige Blackwelder said.
Over 200 dogs up for adoption at Orange County shelter
Orange County Animal Services has over 200 dogs in its shelter looking for a new home. The shelter took to social media to report that every kennel is occupied and everyday more and more animals are seeking care and a new home.
Orange County Animal Services has over 200 dogs in its shelter looking for a new home. The shelter took to social media to report that every kennel is occupied and everyday more and more animals are seeking care and a new home.
Blue Spring State Park requires reservation for entry
Thinking of an outdoor adventure. While Blue Spring State Park offers canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding and hiking for the perfect outdoor summer adventure, the park will now only allow visitors who have an online reservation. Reservations can be made up to 60 days on advance on the Florida State Parks website.
Thinking of an outdoor adventure. While Blue Spring State Park offers canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding and hiking for the perfect outdoor summer adventure, the park will now only allow visitors who have an online reservation. Reservations can be made up to 60 days on advance on the Florida State Parks website.
Universal Orlando sets closing date for Fast & Furious Supercharged
Universal Orlando has set a closing date for Fast & Furious - Supercharged, which is racing toward the exit sign faster than expected.
Universal Orlando has set a closing date for Fast & Furious - Supercharged, which is racing toward the exit sign faster than expected.