CENTRAL FLORIDA NEWS
Annual Orlando parade honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy
Read full article: Annual Orlando parade honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacyHundreds gathered in downtown Orlando for the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. parade, kicking off a weekend of celebrations across Central Florida honoring the civil rights leader’s legacy.
‘Basically rotting:’ Cocoa Beach to spend nearly $300K into rebuilding beach access points
Read full article: ‘Basically rotting:’ Cocoa Beach to spend nearly $300K into rebuilding beach access pointsThe city of Cocoa Beach is seeking to replace two dune crossovers that have fallen into disrepair.
No injuries reported after faulty mini-fridge sparks Palm Coast house fire, officials say
Read full article: No injuries reported after faulty mini-fridge sparks Palm Coast house fire, officials sayA “heavily involved” fire sparked by a faulty mini-refrigerator damaged a home on Friday evening, according to the Palm Coast Fire Department.
Why you may want to run your pool overnight in Florida when it’s freezing
Read full article: Why you may want to run your pool overnight in Florida when it’s freezingPeople in some Central Florida counties may want to run their pool pumps overnight as temperatures fall below freezing. Here's what pool experts say to do.
‘Deplorable:’ Cockroach-infested home sparks arrest of Central Florida couple
Read full article: ‘Deplorable:’ Cockroach-infested home sparks arrest of Central Florida coupleA Palm Coast couple was arrested this week after a welfare check revealed “deplorable” living conditions inside their home, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
Flu cases ‘high’ in Florida. These are the counties with reported outbreaks
Read full article: Flu cases ‘high’ in Florida. These are the counties with reported outbreaksOnce again, it’s flu season in Florida, and most areas of the state have seen gains in the number of people who’ve caught the bug.
‘Our neighborhood child pedophile:’ 911 call released in chaotic arrest of man found with missing boy in Flagler
Read full article: ‘Our neighborhood child pedophile:’ 911 call released in chaotic arrest of man found with missing boy in FlaglerA 911 call is revealing new details about how deputies were able to find a registered sex offender who was arrested last week while driving with a missing child he's accused of kidnapping and torturing.
VIDEO: Florida man wanted in Indiana arrested in Flagler County for 5th DUI, deputies say
Read full article: VIDEO: Florida man wanted in Indiana arrested in Flagler County for 5th DUI, deputies sayA Palm Coast man wanted in Indiana was arrested on his fifth DUI after Flagler County deputies stopped him for reckless driving, according to the sheriff’s office.
‘Murderous rage:’ Central Florida killer to spend life behind bars after attacking coworker with metal bat
Read full article: ‘Murderous rage:’ Central Florida killer to spend life behind bars after attacking coworker with metal batAfter a Leesburg man was arrested in 2021 for fatally attacking his coworker with a metal bat, he now faces life behind bars for his crimes, according to court records obtained by News 6.
Cold temperatures trigger power outages, warming centers across Lake County
Read full article: Cold temperatures trigger power outages, warming centers across Lake CountyFrigid temperatures and strong winds impacted Lake County on Thursday, leading to power outages and prompting the opening of cold weather shelters for residents needing relief from the cold.
How a Lake County farm uses water to protect its orange crop from freezing
Read full article: How a Lake County farm uses water to protect its orange crop from freezingThe owners of Yummi Harvest are on edge. It’s all due to the threat of the extreme cold expected in the northern counties of Central Florida. Those counties include both Lake and Marion counties. Yummi Harvest sits on the border of both.
Why you may want to run your pool overnight in Florida when it’s freezing
Read full article: Why you may want to run your pool overnight in Florida when it’s freezingPeople in some Central Florida counties may want to run their pool pumps overnight as temperatures fall below freezing. Here's what pool experts say to do.
Here are the school graduation rates for your Central Florida district
Read full article: Here are the school graduation rates for your Central Florida districtStatewide, the Florida high school graduation rate is at 92.2%, up from 89.7% the previous year. Central Florida's school districts are also touting improved rates.
‘Executed while gardening:’ Ocala police chief shares new details in man’s fatal shooting
Read full article: ‘Executed while gardening:’ Ocala police chief shares new details in man’s fatal shootingOcala police Chief Mike Balken shared a video statement to social media updating his agency’s investigation of a man’s fatal shooting last week.
Marion County sees sub-freezing temps as cold snap hits Central Florida
Read full article: Marion County sees sub-freezing temps as cold snap hits Central FloridaPeople living in Marion County experienced several hours of sub-freezing weather as the coldest air in years swept through the region.
Why you may want to run your pool overnight in Florida when it’s freezing
Read full article: Why you may want to run your pool overnight in Florida when it’s freezingPeople in some Central Florida counties may want to run their pool pumps overnight as temperatures fall below freezing. Here's what pool experts say to do.
Here are the school graduation rates for your Central Florida district
Read full article: Here are the school graduation rates for your Central Florida districtStatewide, the Florida high school graduation rate is at 92.2%, up from 89.7% the previous year. Central Florida's school districts are also touting improved rates.
Brooks & Dunn, Blake Shelton lead Rock the Country lineup in Ocala
Read full article: Brooks & Dunn, Blake Shelton lead Rock the Country lineup in OcalaRock the Country festival returns to Ocala with two days of epic performances, from country icons to hip-hop hits, all in celebration of 250 years of freedom.
Annual Orlando parade honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy
Read full article: Annual Orlando parade honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacyHundreds gathered in downtown Orlando for the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. parade, kicking off a weekend of celebrations across Central Florida honoring the civil rights leader’s legacy.
Florida man faces over 500 years in New York prison without setting foot in the state
Read full article: Florida man faces over 500 years in New York prison without setting foot in the stateAn Orlando man faces over 500 years in prison after he was accused of "flooding" the state of New York with firearms.
Washed-out west Orange County road should reopen next week, officials say
Read full article: Washed-out west Orange County road should reopen next week, officials sayEast Crown Point Road remains closed, despite promises that repairs would only take a few weeks. Months after heavy rains tore up a neighborhood road, drivers in Winter Garden are still taking detours. Now, Orange County says the roadway should reopen next week.
Legends Academy teachers struggle to move on after Orlando charter school’s shutdown
Read full article: Legends Academy teachers struggle to move on after Orlando charter school’s shutdownTeachers are now getting termination letters—weeks after their classrooms shut down for good. Legends Academy Charter School closed without warning, leaving educators without jobs, PTO, or severance.
Defibrillator gifted to Universal Orlando Boys & Girls Club
Read full article: Defibrillator gifted to Universal Orlando Boys & Girls ClubEvery year, an estimated 23,000 kids in the U.S. suffer a cardiac arrest, but a nonprofit is working to change that through education, equipment and free heart screenings.
Suspect arrested in Osceola County triple homicide, deputies say
Read full article: Suspect arrested in Osceola County triple homicide, deputies sayA 29-year-old man has been arrested after three men were found shot to death outside a home in the Indian Hill subdivision near Kissimmee on Saturday afternoon, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.
Rabies alert after cat tests positive in St. Cloud area
Read full article: Rabies alert after cat tests positive in St. Cloud areaThe Florida Department of Health in Osceola County has issued a rabies alert for the St. Cloud area, reporting a positive test from a cat that was euthanized on Jan. 10.
Uber driver spat on, shot at 7 times in tip dispute, Osceola County deputies say
Read full article: Uber driver spat on, shot at 7 times in tip dispute, Osceola County deputies sayAlexis Armando Encarnacion Rosado was taken into custody on charges of shooting into an occupied vehicle, discharging a firearm in public, possession of a weapon by a convicted felon, battery, and felony criminal mischief over $1,000.
St. Cloud reevaluates proclamation policy after controversy over Pride Month
Read full article: St. Cloud reevaluates proclamation policy after controversy over Pride MonthMonths after choosing not to issue any proclamations for June, St. Cloud is set to reevaluate how it issues proclamations.
1 killed, 1 hurt in fiery crash involving 2 semis on SR-60 in Osceola County
Read full article: 1 killed, 1 hurt in fiery crash involving 2 semis on SR-60 in Osceola CountyA fatal crash along State Road 60 shut down traffic along the highway on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Ninjago Weekends to unleash powerful fun at Legoland Florida
Read full article: Ninjago Weekends to unleash powerful fun at Legoland FloridaRunning select dates from Jan. 17 through Feb. 15, families visiting the park on Lego Ninjago Weekends can enjoy interactive activities, character meet-and-greets, high-energy shows, and hands-on builds.
Flu cases ‘high’ in Florida. These are the counties with reported outbreaks
Read full article: Flu cases ‘high’ in Florida. These are the counties with reported outbreaksOnce again, it’s flu season in Florida, and most areas of the state have seen gains in the number of people who’ve caught the bug.
This is the best city to live in Central Florida, study claims. Do you agree?
Read full article: This is the best city to live in Central Florida, study claims. Do you agree?There are plenty of people who want to live in the Sunshine State. But according to a new study, there’s one city that’s better than the rest.
Florida says it’s testing baby formula for heavy metals, pesticides. Here are the results
Read full article: Florida says it’s testing baby formula for heavy metals, pesticides. Here are the resultsFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis and first lady Casey DeSantis held a news conference in Polk County to announce independent state testing of baby formulas for the presence of heavy metals and pesticides.
More details after Longwood officer fatally shoots man at Circle K gas station
Read full article: More details after Longwood officer fatally shoots man at Circle K gas stationMore details have been released after a Longwood officer fatally shot a man outside a Circle K gas station earlier this week.
Former Sanford officer gets first appearance after accusation of inappropriate conduct with student
Read full article: Former Sanford officer gets first appearance after accusation of inappropriate conduct with studentA former Sanford police officer and school resource officer faces multiple charges after allegedly engaging in inappropriate communications with a student while on duty.
Florida bride denied wedding venue refund after fiancé’s death
Read full article: Florida bride denied wedding venue refund after fiancé’s deathA Florida woman says the operator of a wedding venue is enforcing a non-refundable contract and refusing to return thousands of dollars after her fiancé died unexpectedly months before they were to be married.
Flu cases ‘high’ in Florida. These are the counties with reported outbreaks
Read full article: Flu cases ‘high’ in Florida. These are the counties with reported outbreaksOnce again, it’s flu season in Florida, and most areas of the state have seen gains in the number of people who’ve caught the bug.
‘The worst kind of criminal:’ Former Sanford officer jailed over ‘inappropriate conduct’ with teen at school
Read full article: ‘The worst kind of criminal:’ Former Sanford officer jailed over ‘inappropriate conduct’ with teen at schoolA former Sanford school resource officer has been jailed after police said he was caught engaging in “inappropriate conduct” with a 17-year-old student.
Why you may want to run your pool overnight in Florida when it’s freezing
Read full article: Why you may want to run your pool overnight in Florida when it’s freezingPeople in some Central Florida counties may want to run their pool pumps overnight as temperatures fall below freezing. Here's what pool experts say to do.
Possibly armed, missing 12-year-old in Lady Lake finally found
Read full article: Possibly armed, missing 12-year-old in Lady Lake finally foundA 12-year-old girl was reported missing in Lady Lake on Wednesday, and deputies warned residents to stay away from her, according to the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office.
Here are the school graduation rates for your Central Florida district
Read full article: Here are the school graduation rates for your Central Florida districtStatewide, the Florida high school graduation rate is at 92.2%, up from 89.7% the previous year. Central Florida's school districts are also touting improved rates.
These Central Florida counties are opening cold weather shelters as temperatures hit the 30s
Read full article: These Central Florida counties are opening cold weather shelters as temperatures hit the 30sTemperatures on Friday dropped to their lowest in a while, and we expect more cold weather on the way starting Sunday and into next week. Shelters for people who need to stay somewhere warmer are available across Central Florida.
Accused executive director faces new charges in Volusia senior living jewelry case
Read full article: Accused executive director faces new charges in Volusia senior living jewelry caseAfter Shaun Burstein’s arrest was announced, another possible theft was reported. Deputies found jewelry and about $100 in cash were missing from the jewelry box of an 87-year-old resident at Arya at DeBary, the sheriff’s office said.
‘Murderous rage:’ Central Florida killer to spend life behind bars after attacking coworker with metal bat
Read full article: ‘Murderous rage:’ Central Florida killer to spend life behind bars after attacking coworker with metal batAfter a Leesburg man was arrested in 2021 for fatally attacking his coworker with a metal bat, he now faces life behind bars for his crimes, according to court records obtained by News 6.
Holly Hill flooding prompts legal action against city, developer
Read full article: Holly Hill flooding prompts legal action against city, developerPeople living in Holly Hill have filed a notice of claim to sue the city and a developer. This means the city and developer must respond soon or face a lawsuit.
Why you may want to run your pool overnight in Florida when it’s freezing
Read full article: Why you may want to run your pool overnight in Florida when it’s freezingPeople in some Central Florida counties may want to run their pool pumps overnight as temperatures fall below freezing. Here's what pool experts say to do.
Volusia animal services ‘aware’ of loose dogs in Ormond-By-The-Sea
Read full article: Volusia animal services ‘aware’ of loose dogs in Ormond-By-The-SeaVolusia County Animal Services says it’s aware of two dogs running loose in Ormond-By-The-Sea, but adds the animals have not met state criteria to be deemed “dangerous.”
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Florida man faces over 500 years in New York prison without setting foot in the state
Read full article: Florida man faces over 500 years in New York prison without setting foot in the stateAn Orlando man faces over 500 years in prison after he was accused of "flooding" the state of New York with firearms.
Washed-out west Orange County road should reopen next week, officials say
Read full article: Washed-out west Orange County road should reopen next week, officials sayEast Crown Point Road remains closed, despite promises that repairs would only take a few weeks. Months after heavy rains tore up a neighborhood road, drivers in Winter Garden are still taking detours. Now, Orange County says the roadway should reopen next week.
Hurricane Hunters set to investigate storm that could bring snow to the South
Read full article: Hurricane Hunters set to investigate storm that could bring snow to the SouthFollowing an Arctic blast that sent most of Central Florida to freezing or below, a second system could bring snow to parts of the Southeast, including the Florida panhandle. Hurricane Hunters are investigating.
More details after Longwood officer fatally shoots man at Circle K gas station
Read full article: More details after Longwood officer fatally shoots man at Circle K gas stationMore details have been released after a Longwood officer fatally shot a man outside a Circle K gas station earlier this week.
Accused executive director faces new charges in Volusia senior living jewelry case
Read full article: Accused executive director faces new charges in Volusia senior living jewelry caseAfter Shaun Burstein’s arrest was announced, another possible theft was reported. Deputies found jewelry and about $100 in cash were missing from the jewelry box of an 87-year-old resident at Arya at DeBary, the sheriff’s office said.
Legends Academy teachers struggle to move on after Orlando charter school’s shutdown
Read full article: Legends Academy teachers struggle to move on after Orlando charter school’s shutdownTeachers are now getting termination letters—weeks after their classrooms shut down for good. Legends Academy Charter School closed without warning, leaving educators without jobs, PTO, or severance.
‘Murderous rage:’ Central Florida killer to spend life behind bars after attacking coworker with metal bat
Read full article: ‘Murderous rage:’ Central Florida killer to spend life behind bars after attacking coworker with metal batAfter a Leesburg man was arrested in 2021 for fatally attacking his coworker with a metal bat, he now faces life behind bars for his crimes, according to court records obtained by News 6.
Defibrillator gifted to Universal Orlando Boys & Girls Club
Read full article: Defibrillator gifted to Universal Orlando Boys & Girls ClubEvery year, an estimated 23,000 kids in the U.S. suffer a cardiac arrest, but a nonprofit is working to change that through education, equipment and free heart screenings.
Rabies alert after cat tests positive in St. Cloud area
Read full article: Rabies alert after cat tests positive in St. Cloud areaThe Florida Department of Health in Osceola County has issued a rabies alert for the St. Cloud area, reporting a positive test from a cat that was euthanized on Jan. 10.
Car crashes into building along East Colonial Drive in Orlando
Read full article: Car crashes into building along East Colonial Drive in OrlandoCrews responded to a building along East Colonial Drive on Friday afternoon after a car came crashing through, according to the Orlando Fire Department.
Holly Hill flooding prompts legal action against city, developer
Read full article: Holly Hill flooding prompts legal action against city, developerPeople living in Holly Hill have filed a notice of claim to sue the city and a developer. This means the city and developer must respond soon or face a lawsuit.
70-year-old woman dies after riding Revenge of the Mummy coaster at Universal Orlando, report says
Read full article: 70-year-old woman dies after riding Revenge of the Mummy coaster at Universal Orlando, report saysA 70-year-old woman died after losing consciousness while riding the Revenge of the Mummy attraction at Universal Studios in November, according to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.