Maryland Rep. Steny Hoyer retires after 40 years
The third-longest living member of the U.S. House of Representatives, Maryland's Steny Hoyer, announced on the house floor on Jan. 8, that he would not be seeking re-election. After nearly 45 years serving in the house, Hoyer said "this house is not living up to the founder's goals."
The third-longest living member of the U.S. House of Representatives, Maryland's Steny Hoyer, announced on the house floor on Jan. 8, that he would not be seeking re-election. After nearly 45 years serving in the house, Hoyer said "this house is not living up to the founder's goals."
Social Security full retirement age change for 2026: What you need to know
The new year brings a big change for Social Security when it comes to claiming benefits. Starting in 2026, the Social Security Administration has made changes to the full retirement age (FRA).
The new year brings a big change for Social Security when it comes to claiming benefits. Starting in 2026, the Social Security Administration has made changes to the full retirement age (FRA).
Orange County school district considers potential use for seven schools
Orange County Public Schools has shared a proposed plan for the seven schools that could close due to low enrollment.
Orange County Public Schools has shared a proposed plan for the seven schools that could close due to low enrollment.
Boy, 8, seriously injured after dirt bike crashes into car in Altamonte Springs, FHP says
The crash happened Wednesday just after 6 p.m. at the intersection of South Roland Reagan Boulevard and Florence Avenue.
The crash happened Wednesday just after 6 p.m. at the intersection of South Roland Reagan Boulevard and Florence Avenue.
SpaceX set for another Starlink mission in second rocket launch of 2026
A Falcon 9 rocket carrying 29 Starlink satellites lifted off from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
A Falcon 9 rocket carrying 29 Starlink satellites lifted off from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
Florida children can get free admission to Kennedy Space Center in 2026
The visitor complex is again offering the Junior Space Explorer Pass for Florida residents ages 5 and younger.
The visitor complex is again offering the Junior Space Explorer Pass for Florida residents ages 5 and younger.
Man arrested in alleged home invasion, sexual battery
Members of the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office GAMEOVER Task Force have arrested a man in connection with an alleged home invasion and sexual assault, authorities said.
Members of the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office GAMEOVER Task Force have arrested a man in connection with an alleged home invasion and sexual assault, authorities said.
Firefighter describes alleged hazing attack at Marion County station
A 19-year-old firefighter says he was assaulted and waterboarded by coworkers during an alleged hazing incident while on duty at a Marion County fire station.
A 19-year-old firefighter says he was assaulted and waterboarded by coworkers during an alleged hazing incident while on duty at a Marion County fire station.
Orlando protesters rally after deadly ICE shooting in Minneapolis
A few dozen people in Orlando protested the deadly shooting of a woman in Minnesota involving a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent.
A few dozen people in Orlando protested the deadly shooting of a woman in Minnesota involving a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent.
Blind Florida woman says longtime acquaintance stole thousands from her
A legally blind woman is speaking out after a longtime acquaintance and convicted sex offender was arrested for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars from her bank account, authorities said.
A legally blind woman is speaking out after a longtime acquaintance and convicted sex offender was arrested for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars from her bank account, authorities said.
Blind woman says longtime acquaintance stole thousands from her
A legally blind woman is speaking out after a longtime acquaintance and convicted sex offender was arrested for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars from her bank account, authorities said.
A legally blind woman is speaking out after a longtime acquaintance and convicted sex offender was arrested for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars from her bank account, authorities said.
Orlando protesters rally after deadly ICE shooting in Minneapolis
About 40 people gathered outside Orlando City Hall to protest a fatal shooting involving an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Minneapolis, saying they felt compelled to speak out.
About 40 people gathered outside Orlando City Hall to protest a fatal shooting involving an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Minneapolis, saying they felt compelled to speak out.
Black paint on Oviedo crosswalks fading months after being covered by FDOT
Months after colorful crosswalks across the state were painted over to comply with transportation laws, the paint appears to be fading in Seminole County.
Months after colorful crosswalks across the state were painted over to comply with transportation laws, the paint appears to be fading in Seminole County.
Restaurant inside Disney Springs facing lawsuit following patron's choking death
A Marion County man died after choking on a piece of steak at the Boathouse restaurant, according to authorities.
A Marion County man died after choking on a piece of steak at the Boathouse restaurant, according to authorities.
Restaurant inside Disney Springs facing lawsuit
A Marion County man died after choking on a piece of steak at the Boathouse restaurant, according to authorities, and his family claims staff failed to respond quickly during the emergency.
A Marion County man died after choking on a piece of steak at the Boathouse restaurant, according to authorities, and his family claims staff failed to respond quickly during the emergency.
Black paint on Oviedo crosswalks fading
Months after colorful crosswalks across the state were painted over to comply with transportation laws, the paint appears to be fading in Seminole County. Oviedo’s mayor posted a photo on social media showing tire tracks wearing off the black paint, revealing green paint underneath.
Months after colorful crosswalks across the state were painted over to comply with transportation laws, the paint appears to be fading in Seminole County. Oviedo’s mayor posted a photo on social media showing tire tracks wearing off the black paint, revealing green paint underneath.
Apopka mayor sues political rival, claiming she doesn’t meet residency requirements
Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson has filed a lawsuit against his political opponent, County Commissioner Christine Moore, claiming Moore does not qualify to appear on the mayoral ballot because she has not been a resident long enough.
Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson has filed a lawsuit against his political opponent, County Commissioner Christine Moore, claiming Moore does not qualify to appear on the mayoral ballot because she has not been a resident long enough.
Baby dolphin rescued on New Smyrna Beach
A baby dolphin was rescued on Wednesday after washing ashore at the New Smyrna Beach Inlet, struggling to survive. A woman photographing the sunrise spotted the dolphin, pulled it from the water, and called SeaWorld’s Marine Mammal Rescue team for help.
A baby dolphin was rescued on Wednesday after washing ashore at the New Smyrna Beach Inlet, struggling to survive. A woman photographing the sunrise spotted the dolphin, pulled it from the water, and called SeaWorld’s Marine Mammal Rescue team for help.
Apopka mayor sues political rival, challenging city residency
Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson has filed a lawsuit against his political opponent, County Commissioner Christine Moore, claiming she does not qualify to appear on the mayoral ballot because she has not been a resident long enough.
Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson has filed a lawsuit against his political opponent, County Commissioner Christine Moore, claiming she does not qualify to appear on the mayoral ballot because she has not been a resident long enough.
Bond set at $500K for man accused of trying to abduct teen
Bond was set at $500,000 for a man accused of trying to abduct a teenage girl in Eustis.
Bond was set at $500,000 for a man accused of trying to abduct a teenage girl in Eustis.