Osceola County breaks ground on Pulse memorial honoring 49 victims

Osceola County officials have broken ground on a permanent memorial honoring the 49 people killed in the Pulse nightclub shooting, creating a space for remembrance and healing a decade after the tragedy.

Bat infestation forces Lake Mary counselor to relocate office
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A Lake Mary mental health counselor temporarily relocated her practice after discovering dozens of bats inside her office, a situation complicated by Florida laws protecting the animals during maternity season.

Volusia County warns stormwater fund could be depleted by 2030
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Volusia County officials are warning that a key fund used for flood-control and stormwater projects could run out of money within the next several years, raising concerns about the county's ability to address worsening flooding issues.

2 FHP troopers surrender to authorities in investigation
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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.

Disney World to restrict Disney Springs bus, boat access

Walt Disney World will soon restrict who can access the buses and boats from Disney Springs, its popular shopping and entertainment complex.

All ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detainees moved out of Florida Everglades facility

“Alligator Alcatraz," the controversial immigrant detention facility nestled in the Florida Everglades, sits empty of all detainees Wednesday after they were transferred to other facilities, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) revealed.

Driver faces charges after mother and child struck in New Smyrna Beach
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A 36-year-old man is facing multiple charges after police say he struck a woman and her 8-year-old son in a crosswalk, fled the scene, and later turned himself in.

Drivers arrested after alleged high-speed racing on U.S. 27
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An 85-year-old man and a 57-year-old man were arrested after deputies said they were racing at speeds exceeding 100 mph on U.S. 27 in Lake County.

Daycare worker charged after child found wandering near highway
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A Lake County daycare worker has been charged after police said a young child wandered away from a daycare center and was later found alone near a busy highway.

Osceola County breaks ground on Pulse memorial honoring 49 victims
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Osceola County officials have broken ground on a permanent memorial honoring the 49 people killed in the Pulse nightclub shooting, creating a space for remembrance and healing a decade after the tragedy.

Transgender people won’t face criminal charges for using public restrooms in Idaho, judge rules

Idaho's restrictions on public facilities hit a major legal setback after a federal judge put a hold on penalties targeting transgender individuals. The judge ruled that parts of the law were too vague to enact.

Brightline reports decline in rail corridor incidents after safety upgrades
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Brightline says safety improvements along its Florida rail corridor have helped reduce incidents by 30% this year, marking progress for a rail system that has faced scrutiny following a series of deadly crashes.

South Texas motorists use sledgehammers, shovels to rescue survivors of fiery plane crash

A twin-engine business jet carrying six people crashed onto a major Laredo highway and erupted in flames Tuesday night, killing one person and sparking a frantic rescue effort as passing motorists rushed toward the burning wreckage to pull survivors to safety.

Driver charged after woman and child struck in New Smyrna Beach
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A 36-year-old man is facing charges after police say he struck a woman and an 8-year-old child with his vehicle and then left the scene in New Smyrna Beach.

5 accused in alleged drone and sniper plot targeting White House UFC event

Feds have charged five citizens in an alleged domestic terror plot to assassinate lawmakers using explosive-laden drones and sniper fire at the White House UFC event.