Orange County mayor election runoff: Tiffany Moore Russell
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After the Orange County race resulted in a runoff, with no candidates receiving over 50% of votes, Tiffany Moore Russell-D sat down with Good Day Orlando Amy Kaufeldt saying the runoff is an "opportunity to speak to more voters and increase our reach."  Russell -- currently serving as Orange County Clerk of Courts -- wants to create a community the younger generation would want to call home. She's invested in affordability for residents and creating a stable workforce for future generations.  "We have to move our private and public sector jobs to make sure people can afford to thrive in this county, not just survive," Russell said. 

Hayden Panettiere boyfriend Brian Hickerson’s attorney issues statement on her death: Report

Brian Hickerson’s attorney is speaking out following Hayden Panettiere’s death, as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death, according to TMZ.

Sanitation worker dies after falling from truck on first day on job

A South Carolina sanitation worker died after falling from the rear platform of a garbage truck on his first day on the job.

Honolulu bill could fine, jail homeless residents over shopping cart use

Honolulu is considering a crackdown on unauthorized shopping cart use, with penalties of up to $2,000 and 30 days in jail. Critics warn the proposal could hit homeless residents hardest.

Police investigating deadly shooting in Winter Garden after card game
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Authorities are investigating the deadly shooting of a man who was found shot outside a Winter Garden home Wednesday evening. Police said the shooting took place after a card game.  Evidence is being collected at the scene. 

Sanford Mayor-elect Christina Hollerbach talks city's community
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The city of Sanford's newly Mayor-elect Christina Hollerbach sat down with Good Day Orlando's Stephanie Rivas to discuss what makes Sanford special. Hollerbach, whose family owns the popular Hollerbach’s German Restaurant in downtown Sanford, described the community aspect of the city, one she hold dear. She discussed the city's events that create the sense of community and "amplifying" ways to continue to connect. 

Movie money used to pay for dinner lands 2 Florida woman in jail: SLCSO

Deputies arrested two women after a group attempted to pay their bill at a Port St. Lucie restaurant using counterfeit movie money, according to law enforcement. 

Police execute search warrant in Melbourne neighborhood

Authorities executed a search warrant in connection with an active investigation in a Melbourne neighborhood Thursday morning.

Florida Cyclosporiasis cases rise to 460: Here’s a county-by-county breakdown

Florida health officials are tracking a surge in Cyclosporiasis cases as a nationwide outbreak of the parasite spreads across the Sunshine State. 

Winter Garden police investigating deadly shooting after card game

Authorities are investigating the deadly shooting of a man who was found shot outside a Winter Garden home Wednesday evening. Police said the shooting took place after a card game. 

Orlando man accused of spray-painting Flock cameras in two counties
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The Orange County Sheriff’s Office identified the suspect as 43-year-old Christopher Iglesias. Investigators said surveillance cameras at nearby businesses recorded Iglesias using a long pole to reach and spray-paint camera lenses mounted about 12 feet above the ground.

Plans show expanded Mattel water park complex near Orlando

Plans for a Mattel-branded entertainment complex near Orlando have expanded to more than 13 acres and now include a large indoor water park with a retractable roof and a tower that could reach 100 feet, according to permits submitted to Orange County.

SpaceX scrubs Starlink launch from Cape Canaveral; set for Aug 21

After issuing a countdown hold seconds before a scheduled Starlink launch, SpaceX scrubbed the launch – now aiming for a Friday retry. 

Expanded Mattel water park complex planned near Orlando
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Plans for a Mattel-branded entertainment complex near Orlando have expanded to more than 13 acres and now include a large indoor water park with a retractable roof and a tower that could reach 100 feet, according to permits submitted to Orange County.

85 dogs, 11 horses rescued from Lake County property suspected as puppy mill

Lake County deputies rescued 85 dogs from a Groveland home where authorities say the animals were living in waste and needed medical attention, placing additional strain on the county’s already busy animal shelter.

85 dogs, 11 horses rescued from Lake County property
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Lake County deputies rescued 85 dogs from a Groveland home where authorities say the animals were living in waste and needed medical attention, placing additional strain on the county’s already busy animal shelter. Deputies also found 11 horses at the property on Sharon Road. Authorities said a foul odor could be detected from the street.

Stealing from the dead: Trio arrested in alleged multistate cemetery theft spree

Three people accused of stealing jewelry and family heirlooms from gravesites and mausoleums across several states have been arrested, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.