Florida daycare arrest: Owner issues apology; Bodycam catches worker change her narrative
The owner of Luv N Hugs daycare issued a public apology to the family of a toddler who escaped the facility, stating that child safety remains her top priority.
The owner of Luv N Hugs daycare issued a public apology to the family of a toddler who escaped the facility, stating that child safety remains her top priority.
Allegations of leaking records to drug trafficking suspects
A former Florida Department of Juvenile Justice probation officer is facing 114 felony charges after investigators accused her of using retained access to a court records system to obtain and share sensitive information with members of a drug trafficking organization.
A former Florida Department of Juvenile Justice probation officer is facing 114 felony charges after investigators accused her of using retained access to a court records system to obtain and share sensitive information with members of a drug trafficking organization.
Titusville explores retention ponds to reduce flooding
City officials in Titusville are exploring a plan to reduce flooding in older neighborhoods by purchasing vacant or distressed properties and converting them into stormwater retention ponds.
City officials in Titusville are exploring a plan to reduce flooding in older neighborhoods by purchasing vacant or distressed properties and converting them into stormwater retention ponds.
Monkey spotted near Mount Dora's Lakeside Inn as sightings continue across Central Florida
A monkey believed to be a rhesus macaque was spotted in Mount Dora, marking the latest reported sighting of the nonnative primates in Central Florida.
A monkey believed to be a rhesus macaque was spotted in Mount Dora, marking the latest reported sighting of the nonnative primates in Central Florida.
Florida athletes head to Special Olympics USA Games
More than 100 Special Olympics Florida athletes received a celebratory sendoff at Orlando International Airport before departing for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis.
More than 100 Special Olympics Florida athletes received a celebratory sendoff at Orlando International Airport before departing for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis.
Competency question delays triple-murder case for man accused of killing tourists
A judge has ordered a third mental health evaluation for a man accused of killing three tourists in Kissimmee, further delaying a decision on whether he is competent to stand trial.
A judge has ordered a third mental health evaluation for a man accused of killing three tourists in Kissimmee, further delaying a decision on whether he is competent to stand trial.
Ahmad Bojeh: Psychiatrist appointed to review mental competency of Kissimmee shooting suspect
An Osceola County judge has ordered Ahmad Bojeh to undergo a third evaluation after the prosecution requested a psychiatrist to weigh in on the triple-murder suspect's competency.
An Osceola County judge has ordered Ahmad Bojeh to undergo a third evaluation after the prosecution requested a psychiatrist to weigh in on the triple-murder suspect's competency.
Epic Universe expansion filings point to Dark Universe project
Universal Orlando Resort may already be planning an expansion at Epic Universe, weeks after opening its newest theme park.
Universal Orlando Resort may already be planning an expansion at Epic Universe, weeks after opening its newest theme park.
Former FHP captain, trooper accused of stealing thousands in off-duty work fraud: Affidavit
Two Florida Highway Patrol troopers surrendered to authorities in Osceola County on Wednesday after warrants were issued charging them with offenses that include grand theft and falsifying public or court records.
Two Florida Highway Patrol troopers surrendered to authorities in Osceola County on Wednesday after warrants were issued charging them with offenses that include grand theft and falsifying public or court records.
Florida Attorney General Uthmeier launches Major League Baseball uniform probe
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier issued an investigative subpoena to Major League Baseball, launching a formal probe into allegations of selective uniform rule enforcement and religious discrimination against Christian players.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier issued an investigative subpoena to Major League Baseball, launching a formal probe into allegations of selective uniform rule enforcement and religious discrimination against Christian players.
Court restores Ohio rules limiting kids’ access to social media
A federal appeals court has cleared the way for Ohio to enforce a law requiring parental permission before children under 16 can create or maintain social media accounts.
A federal appeals court has cleared the way for Ohio to enforce a law requiring parental permission before children under 16 can create or maintain social media accounts.
Teething toy, sold on Amazon, recalled after choking reports
More than 70,000 teething toys sold on Amazon have been recalled after choking incidents. Parents are urged to stop using them immediately.
More than 70,000 teething toys sold on Amazon have been recalled after choking incidents. Parents are urged to stop using them immediately.
Government regulations add nearly $132K to cost of new home, builders say
Government regulations now add roughly $132,000 to the cost of a typical newly built home, according to a new study from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), as industry leaders warn that mounting costs are worsening the nation's housing affordability challenges.
Government regulations now add roughly $132,000 to the cost of a typical newly built home, according to a new study from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), as industry leaders warn that mounting costs are worsening the nation's housing affordability challenges.
Free Juneteenth events 2026: Where to celebrate in Central Florida
Communities all across the Central Florida region are coming together to honor Juneteenth through free local festivals, educational exhibits, and cultural events.
Communities all across the Central Florida region are coming together to honor Juneteenth through free local festivals, educational exhibits, and cultural events.
TSA sounds alarm after World Cup fans pack their bags with American staple
As the World Cup brings millions of international visitors to the U.S., many fans are trying out American staples — and rushing to take them back home with them.
As the World Cup brings millions of international visitors to the U.S., many fans are trying out American staples — and rushing to take them back home with them.
Flagler Turtle Patrol ATV stolen, deputies say
The ATV used by the Flagler Turtle Patrol to patrol the nesting sites along the beach was stolen, according to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office.
The ATV used by the Flagler Turtle Patrol to patrol the nesting sites along the beach was stolen, according to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office.
The history of Juneteenth and how it became a federal holiday
Today, the nation observes Juneteenth, a day commemorating when the last enslaved people in the U.S. found out they were free. Events are planned across the country to mark the fifth year since June 19 became a federal holiday.
Today, the nation observes Juneteenth, a day commemorating when the last enslaved people in the U.S. found out they were free. Events are planned across the country to mark the fifth year since June 19 became a federal holiday.
Ahmad Bojeh: Competency hearing pushed
A competency hearing for Kissimmee triple-murder suspect Ahmad Jihad Bojeh was delayed Thursday after substitute judge stepped in to oversee the morning docket.
A competency hearing for Kissimmee triple-murder suspect Ahmad Jihad Bojeh was delayed Thursday after substitute judge stepped in to oversee the morning docket.
Maitland sinkhole: Stability tests completed as Wymore Road repairs continue
A Maitland road that has been closed since last month after a sinkhole formed is a step closer to being repaired.
A Maitland road that has been closed since last month after a sinkhole formed is a step closer to being repaired.
Arthur causes widespread flight delays, strands travelers at MCO
Severe weather across parts of the South is causing travel headaches for airline passengers, including many at Orlando International Airport. Heavy rain and flooding linked to the remnants of former Tropical Storm Arthur have disrupted air travel across the region, with major impacts reported at airports throughout the Southeast.
Severe weather across parts of the South is causing travel headaches for airline passengers, including many at Orlando International Airport. Heavy rain and flooding linked to the remnants of former Tropical Storm Arthur have disrupted air travel across the region, with major impacts reported at airports throughout the Southeast.