🦁Our day at Brevard Zoo: Wild fun, animal encounters, adventure in Florida
Read full article: 🦁Our day at Brevard Zoo: Wild fun, animal encounters, adventure in FloridaIf you’re looking for a fun, educational, and immersive day out, the Brevard Zoo is the place to be. Celebrating 31 years as a community-built zoo, this spot is all about getting up close with amazing animals and exploring nature like never before.
Children's author David Walliams denies inappropriate behavior after publisher drops him
Read full article: Children's author David Walliams denies inappropriate behavior after publisher drops himBritish children's author and comedian David Walliams has denied allegations of inappropriate behavior after HarperCollins decided not to publish his future books.
The Kennedy Center has added Trump's name to the memorial Congress created for John F. Kennedy
Read full article: The Kennedy Center has added Trump's name to the memorial Congress created for John F. KennedyThe Kennedy Center has added President Donald Trump's name to the memorial that Congress created for John F. Kennedy.
US awards no-bid contract to Denmark scientists studying hepatitis B vaccine in African babies
Read full article: US awards no-bid contract to Denmark scientists studying hepatitis B vaccine in African babiesThe Trump administration has awarded a $1.6 million, no-bid contract a Danish university to study hepatitis B vaccinations on newborns in Africa.
Trump announces lower drug price deals with 9 pharmaceutical companies
Read full article: Trump announces lower drug price deals with 9 pharmaceutical companiesU.S. President Donald Trump announced Friday that nine drugmakers have agreed to lower the cost of their prescription drugs in the U.S. Amgen, Bristol Myers Squibb, Boehringer Ingelheim, Genentech, Gilead Sciences, GSK, Merck, Novartis and Sanofi will now charge Medicaid what they charge in other developed countries.
Nodding off is dangerous. Some animals have evolved extreme ways to sleep in precarious environments
Read full article: Nodding off is dangerous. Some animals have evolved extreme ways to sleep in precarious environmentsAnimals that navigate extreme conditions and environments have evolved to sleep in extreme ways.
These are Americans' biggest priorities for the government in 2026, according to a new AP-NORC poll
Read full article: These are Americans' biggest priorities for the government in 2026, according to a new AP-NORC pollA new AP-NORC poll finds that Americans are more likely to prioritize health care than they were last year.
Speaker Johnson was ready to move on from ACA subsidies. But his members had other plans
Read full article: Speaker Johnson was ready to move on from ACA subsidies. But his members had other plansSpeaker Mike Johnson has stayed on message that a Republican health care package will help all Americans and not just those on Affordable Care Act plans.
Trump signs executive order that could reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug
Read full article: Trump signs executive order that could reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drugPresident Donald Trump has signed an executive order that could reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug.
Drone deliveries coming to Central Florida. Here’s what it looks like and how it works
Read full article: Drone deliveries coming to Central Florida. Here’s what it looks like and how it worksDrone deliveries are coming to Central Florida, offering a glimpse at how technology could change the way people shop.
RODENTS GALORE: These 5 Central Florida restaurants shut down over health issues
Read full article: RODENTS GALORE: These 5 Central Florida restaurants shut down over health issuesAnother five Central Florida eateries were forced to shut down, and they all reportedly shared one feature in common: rodent droppings.
Holiday travel set to break records with more than 122M Americans on the move. Here’s how it looks in Florida
Read full article: Holiday travel set to break records with more than 122M Americans on the move. Here’s how it looks in FloridaHoliday travel is expected to break records again this year, with more than 122 million Americans projected to be on the move, according to AAA.
Big breakthrough on ‘Sloth Fever’ cases in Florida. Here’s what experts found
Read full article: Big breakthrough on ‘Sloth Fever’ cases in Florida. Here’s what experts foundAfter “Sloth Fever” began spreading into Central Florida last year, experts with the University of Florida say they’ve managed a huge breakthrough in their research.
Winter Garden weighs e-bike rules for safety boost. Here’s how much you could be fined
Read full article: Winter Garden weighs e-bike rules for safety boost. Here’s how much you could be finedThe city of Winter Garden is considering new rules to regulate e-bikes and motor scooters to improve public safety.
Orlando Sanford International Airport expands with new hangar projects
Read full article: Orlando Sanford International Airport expands with new hangar projectsOrlando Sanford International Airport is growing with hundreds of millions of dollars in development projects in the works. On Wednesday, our News 6 team got an inside look at one of the newest buildings that is part of the changing landscape at the airport.
Record travel expected for Christmas, New Year’s. Here are best, worst times to hit the road
Read full article: Record travel expected for Christmas, New Year’s. Here are best, worst times to hit the roadAAA projects that 122.4 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from Dec. 20 through Jan. 1.
‘It’s far more than we anticipated:’ Seminole County adds more vehicles to SCOUT service to meet demand
Read full article: ‘It’s far more than we anticipated:’ Seminole County adds more vehicles to SCOUT service to meet demandYou probably recognize the name SCOUT by now or you’ve seen the vehicles out on the road.
Port Canaveral now the most-visited cruise terminal in the world, leaders announce
Read full article: Port Canaveral now the most-visited cruise terminal in the world, leaders announcePort Canaveral has surpassed every other cruise terminal on the planet in annual passenger traffic, port leaders announced Tuesday, calling it a milestone driven by strong tourism demand and years of expansion.
‘Thought it would be worse:’ Smooth sailing for most travelers at Orlando International Airport
Read full article: ‘Thought it would be worse:’ Smooth sailing for most travelers at Orlando International AirportOrlando International Airport saw a steady stream of travelers Sunday as millions of Americans across the country made their way home after the Thanksgiving holiday.
‘Get my turkey and go:’ Travelers aim to beat post-holiday rush on Thanksgiving
Read full article: ‘Get my turkey and go:’ Travelers aim to beat post-holiday rush on ThanksgivingAAA reports that nearly 82 million Americans are expected to travel this Thanksgiving season, with most choosing to drive following recent flight cancellations.
Trooper Steve on Patrol highlights why a little kindness on the roads can go a long way this Thanksgiving
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol highlights why a little kindness on the roads can go a long way this ThanksgivingFor days, Trooper Steve has been preaching the same message on-air and across social media: slow down, pay attention, and be patient.
Avoiding holiday traffic stress and ensuring road safety
Read full article: Avoiding holiday traffic stress and ensuring road safetyAs we enter the busy holiday travel season, Trooper Steve on Patrol breaks down what drivers can expect on the roads, from heavy congestion to common mistakes that can quickly turn into dangerous situations.
Nearly 82 million expected to travel for Thanksgiving; Florida top destination
Read full article: Nearly 82 million expected to travel for Thanksgiving; Florida top destinationFlorida remains the most popular domestic destination, thanks to its warm weather, theme parks, and cruise ports, which means busy days ahead at MCO.
Union rejects less than a dollar raises while Port Canaveral makes record profits
Read full article: Union rejects less than a dollar raises while Port Canaveral makes record profitsThe president of Transport Workers Union 525 told James Sparvero the union has been at the bargaining table with the port for almost four months without reaching a deal.
Trooper Steve on Patrol spotlights Road Rangers during Thanksgiving travel week
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol spotlights Road Rangers during Thanksgiving travel weekWith more drivers on the road during a holiday travel week, stress levels naturally climb, and that’s where some of our unsung heroes come in: Road Rangers.
Florida driver wrongly arrested over confusion about new license plate law
Read full article: Florida driver wrongly arrested over confusion about new license plate lawSerious legal concerns have been raised over a new Florida law after a driver was mistakenly arrested earlier this week, according to News 6 partner WPLG-TV.
License plate liberation? Florida lawmakers file bills to toss the yellow tag
Read full article: License plate liberation? Florida lawmakers file bills to toss the yellow tagFlorida’s yellow license plate registration decals may soon be a thing of the past with the advent of new legislation calling for an electronic renewal process.
Father-daughter reunion follows mother’s arrest in The Villages for 1983 abduction case
Read full article: Father-daughter reunion follows mother’s arrest in The Villages for 1983 abduction caseNow in her 40s, Michelle Newton is navigating a relationship with a father she never knew, while her mother, seen in a viral bodycam video, faces criminal charges.
2 of 4 horses stolen in Volusia County found in South Florida; arrest made
Read full article: 2 of 4 horses stolen in Volusia County found in South Florida; arrest madeDays after the horses were first reported stolen, the Volusia Sheriff's Office said that investigators have pinned an undocumented immigrant from Cuba as the suspect.
‘We’re here for you, ma’am:’ Bodycam video shows woman’s arrest in The Villages in 1983 kidnapping case
Read full article: ‘We’re here for you, ma’am:’ Bodycam video shows woman’s arrest in The Villages in 1983 kidnapping caseDebra Newton was taken into custody in Florida on custodial interference charges stemming from a 1983 kidnapping case.
Hubble Space Telescope spies dusty debris from two cosmic collisions
Read full article: Hubble Space Telescope spies dusty debris from two cosmic collisionsNASA's Hubble Space Telescope has gotten a rare peek at the aftermath of two cosmic collisions — and helped scientists solve a decades-old mystery.
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Have you seen this at your local Publix store? Here’s why it’s becoming rare
Read full article: Have you seen this at your local Publix store? Here’s why it’s becoming rareNew Publix stores are scheduled to open in Central Florida, though Publix officials said they’ll be missing a certain piece of equipment.
Pastry chef François Paille represents Central Florida on Food Network’s Sweet Empire: Winter Wars
Read full article: Pastry chef François Paille represents Central Florida on Food Network’s Sweet Empire: Winter WarsDiscover how French-born pastry chef François Paille balances his bakery business in Winter Park with the pressures of competing on Food Network’s Sweet Empire, where creativity and skill are put to the test.
Orlando pastry chef brings Brazilian flavors to Food Network’s ‘Holiday Baking Championship’
Read full article: Orlando pastry chef brings Brazilian flavors to Food Network’s ‘Holiday Baking Championship’Orlando pastry chef Jean Carlos showcases Brazilian tropical flavors and traditional desserts on Food Network's "Holiday Baking Championship," earning praise from judges and a local Brazilian award.
🌳Discover the Orlando Tree Trek Adventure Park: Family-friendly aerial adventure minutes from Disney
Read full article: 🌳Discover the Orlando Tree Trek Adventure Park: Family-friendly aerial adventure minutes from DisneyLooking for an outdoor adventure? Orlando Tree Trek Adventure Park offers exciting aerial courses, ziplines, and swinging bridges for all ages.
Experience the magic of Christmas at Gaylord Palms: Family fun, shows and holiday cheer
Read full article: Experience the magic of Christmas at Gaylord Palms: Family fun, shows and holiday cheerFrom meeting Santa and snow tubing to Broadway-style shows and a spectacular light show, find out why this holiday event is a must-visit for families and holiday lovers.
🧊 ICE! at Gaylord Palms: Watch 360° cam footage & Slide into Rudolph-themed winter wonderland
Read full article: 🧊 ICE! at Gaylord Palms: Watch 360° cam footage & Slide into Rudolph-themed winter wonderlandGaylord Palms brings a frosty, family-friendly holiday spectacle to Florida with ICE!, a newly redesigned ice-carving experience featuring scenes from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.
Florida’s wild alligators hold a world record — and you may not believe why
Read full article: Florida’s wild alligators hold a world record — and you may not believe whyFlorida is well known for its alligators, but what some people might not know is that a certain type of crocodilian in the Sunshine State has actually achieved world records.
Orlando chocolatier brings magic to ‘Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking’
Read full article: Orlando chocolatier brings magic to ‘Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking’Central Florida's executive chocolatier Katie Bonzer showcases her culinary wizardry on Warner Bros.' enchanting competition series, bringing Orlando's pastry expertise to the magical world of Harry Potter.
🎨 Unleash your creativity at All Fired Up: Winter Park’s go-to pottery painting studio
Read full article: 🎨 Unleash your creativity at All Fired Up: Winter Park’s go-to pottery painting studioLooking for a unique, hands-on experience in Central Florida? All Fired Up in Winter Park offers a welcoming space where you can paint your own pottery, learn fun techniques and create personalized keepsakes. Perfect for families, friends, date nights, and parties — here’s everything you need to know before your visit.
‘Really terrifying:’ This mushroom could quietly invade Florida if we’re not careful
Read full article: ‘Really terrifying:’ This mushroom could quietly invade Florida if we’re not carefulA popular mushroom could jeopardize Florida's environment if it gets released into the wild, according to an expert with the University of Florida.