Tylisa Hampton
Community Correspondent
Tylisa Hampton joined News 6 in September 2025.
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“Puts every settlement at risk”: Large church approved in rural Winter Garden despite pushback
Read full article: “Puts every settlement at risk”: Large church approved in rural Winter Garden despite pushbackAfter extensive debate, a church has received approval to build in the Lake Avalon Rural Settlement
1 day ago
Travelers turn to Brightline trains as airport lines, gas prices rise
Read full article: Travelers turn to Brightline trains as airport lines, gas prices riseSome travelers across Florida are turning to Brightline trains as they say they are trying avoid long airport lines and higher gas prices.
3 days ago
Parents upset as Orange County school’s track is dug up days before season’s start
Read full article: Parents upset as Orange County school’s track is dug up days before season’s startJust days before the start of track season, parents at Legacy Middle School reached out to News 6, mentioning they were concerned after the school’s track was suddenly torn up for construction. We took those concerns to the Orange County School District.
‘More than just recreation:’ City of Orlando renovates Poppy Park
Read full article: ‘More than just recreation:’ City of Orlando renovates Poppy ParkWith a celebration marking the reopening of Poppy Park playground with a ribbon cutting, city leaders said the space is part of a broader plan to improve 11 parks and playgrounds over the next two years.
‘Not a disability:’ Florida’s pregnancy parking placard law stays in effect as backlash grows
Read full article: ‘Not a disability:’ Florida’s pregnancy parking placard law stays in effect as backlash growsLaw passed allowing expectant mothers to receive disabled parking placards, causing issues for some.
Did you know Florida sells your driver data? Lawmakers failed to pass a bill to restrict it
Read full article: Did you know Florida sells your driver data? Lawmakers failed to pass a bill to restrict itA bill that would have stopped Florida from selling certain driver information to third-party companies has died in the House.
Central Florida Jewish leaders check on community, increase security after Michigan attack
Read full article: Central Florida Jewish leaders check on community, increase security after Michigan attackFollowing an attack on one of the nation’s largest synagogues in Michigan, Jewish leaders in Central Florida say they are checking on their extended community while also taking steps to strengthen local security.
State confirms 1st Central Florida measles case in Osceola County
Read full article: State confirms 1st Central Florida measles case in Osceola CountyA measles case was confirmed in Osceola County, according to the latest data from the Florida Department of Health, the first for Central Florida this year. Florida now has 132 measles cases so far this year, compared to 7 in 2025.
Higher gas prices leave Uber and Lyft drivers feeling the pinch
Read full article: Higher gas prices leave Uber and Lyft drivers feeling the pinchIf you rely on rideshare apps or food delivery services, you may soon notice longer wait times — or fewer drivers available. Drivers say rising gas prices are cutting into their profits and forcing many to rethink when and where they work.
‘It makes me really sad:’ Another beloved Winter Garden store set to close
Read full article: ‘It makes me really sad:’ Another beloved Winter Garden store set to closeDowntown Winter Garden is known for its unique charm and locally owned small businesses. But in recent weeks, several businesses have announced closures — and the changes appear to be continuing.