American optimism drops to record low in new poll

How optimistic are you about the future? New polling found that Americans’ hope for their future is at an all-time low.

Crew-12 launch delayed again amid weather concerns

After moving the launch to Thursday because of weather concerns, officials have pushed it back one more day to Friday.

Sanford approves massive Seminole Towne Center redevelopment

The Sanford City Commission has officially approved a transformative redevelopment plan for the Seminole Towne Center, signaling the beginning of the end for the mall’s "empty space" era.

 Seminole Towne Center redevelopment plan gets approval
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The Sanford City Commission has officially approved a transformative redevelopment plan for the Seminole Towne Center, signaling the beginning of the end for the mall’s "empty space" era.

Florida daycare workers charged with aggravated child abuse
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Three daycare workers at a central Florida childcare center are facing aggravated child abuse charges after investigators say surveillance video and interviews show them hitting and pulling children in their care.

Lawmakers look to limit out-of-state enrollment at Florida universities
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Florida could see fewer out-of-state students at its major public universities if a proposed bill becomes law. The measure would require schools such as the University of Florida, Florida State University, the University of South Florida and the University of Central Florida to cap out-of-state enrollment at 5%, down from the current 10% allowed by state law.

Man charged after downtown Orlando vandalism causes estimate $70K in damage

Orlando police have arrested a man accused of damaging multiple properties in downtown Orlando during a vandalism spree that was captured on surveillance video.

Man accused of causing estimated $70K in damages in Orlando
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A man has been charged with felony criminal mischief after authorities say he went on a vandalism spree across downtown Orlando, causing an estimated $70,000 in damage to businesses, historic windows and vehicles.

Bystander rescues pregnant woman from sinking car near I-95
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A pregnant woman and her unborn child were rescued Friday morning after her car crashed into a retention pond near Interstate 95 and began to sink, authorities said.

Orlando plans major redevelopment beneath I-4 in downtown

City leaders in Orlando plan to begin construction this summer on a major redevelopment project beneath Interstate 4 that officials say could reshape downtown.

Florida AG announces arrest in alleged online child sexual exploitation case

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier on Monday announced the arrest of a Rhode Island man on charges related to sexual exploitation of a minor and coercing the production of child sexual abuse material.

Manatee rescued after being trapped inside storm drain under road
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An adult manatee that became stuck inside a storm drain under a Melbourne Beach roadway has been rescued following an hours-long operation, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. 

Crews lift manatee out of storm drain in daring rescue mission
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An adult manatee that became stuck inside a storm drain under a Melbourne Beach roadway has been rescued following an hours-long operation, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. 

Lake Erie ice crack forming: See video

Satellite imagery revealed a massive crack ripping across frozen Lake Erie as ice levels surge.