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An Orlando coalition that played a major part in ensuring Asian American Pacific Islander history would be a required part of the curriculum in Florida public schools is celebrating that accomplishment at a community event Saturday.

Food and culture go hand in hand.

“Drawn to Life” is the story of Walt Disney animation’s art brought to life with live acrobatics through the eyes of a young girl named Julie.

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ first sunset event of 2023 will celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander culture and heritage.

A weekend celebration at a Southern California dance ballroom was hailed by organizers as the latest sign of healing within the Asian American community following the Lunar New Year shooting that killed 11 people at a nearby dance studio.

Soupa Saiyan started as one restaurant back in 2016 and has grown into three restaurants and a store.

Don't miss out on dragon boat racing.

Asian American Pacific Islanders Coming Together is hosting a town hall at the Orange County Supervisor of Elections office to raise awareness on AAPI issues in the community.

Kenway Wong, member of the Greater Orlando Asian American Bar Association and the Asian American Chamber of Commerce, discussed the importance of visibility in the AANHPI community.

More than two hundred people gathered Sunday in Ocoee for the 13th annual Asian American Heritage Council Asian Cultural Festival.

The Orange County Library System is honoring Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a free film festival.

Thousands of people are expected to be in Ocoee this weekend for the Asian Cultural Festival.

After a two-year effort by Make Us Visible Florida, Asian American Pacific Islander history will now be a required part of the curriculum in Florida public schools.

In addition to its grand opening, Sampaguita is featuring special flavors and hosting some events leading up to Saturday to celebrate Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Behind every piece of legislation is a grassroots leader and a community of supporters championing it.

May marks the start of Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Six months after she was immortalized with a U.S. quarter, Asian American Hollywood trailblazer Anna May Wong has received another accolade affirming her icon status — her own Barbie.

Over the next 31 days, News 6 hopes to capture some of the contributions, achievements and stories of Central Florida’s own expansive and diverse AANHPI community.

The Florida House unanimously approved a bill Wednesday that would require schools to teach Asian American and Pacific Islander history in K-12 classrooms.

This year, every single lantern in Central Florida’s Asian Lantern Festival is brand-new.

After a racist tirade against the owners of an Orlando Asian-American restaurant went viral a couple of weeks ago, the Central Florida community responded with a wave of support, including from a brand new squad at the Orange County Sheriff's Office created to give Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders a voice.

A new grassroots initiative in Central Florida is aiming to amplify the voices of the Asian American, Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian (AANHPI) community through voter engagement ahead of election season.

Long before the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of physicians and nurses in the United States has been a concern.

From breakdancing to deejaying to producing music, DJ Chino does it all.

Hawaii is known for its beaches, volcanoes, being a major producer of pineapple, and its ancient culture that includes an iconic dance—the hula.

Rob "Southstar" Campman first rose to fame nearly 20 years ago as one half of the Orlando-based hip hop duo Smilez and Southstar.

For the first time since the pandemic began, festival-goers packed the Ocoee Lakeshore Center and Bill Breeze Park to attend Sunday’s Asian Cultural Festival.

The Asian American Heritage Council of Central Florida is back with its Asian Cultural Festival for the first time since the pandemic.

Clapping, counting, shouting and loud music fill DGBEK Studios in Orlando. But in one studio twice a week, K-pop fills the room.

A pop-up Thai restaurant is planning to set up shop inside of an Orlando supermarket.

The Dr. Phillips Center will be exploring China before communism with performances of “Shen Yun” from May 20-22.

Traditional cuisine is very important to Jess and Elizabeth Calvo, the owners of Thai Farm Kitchen.

The Asian American Chamber of Commerce in Central Florida helps advocate, empower and grow both current and future Asian American business leaders in the area.

Hate incidents targeting Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are on the rise across the nation and across Florida, according to data from several watchdog groups.

May marks Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time in which we pay tribute to the generations of people who have enriched our country’s history -- and the ones who are still growing up, who will be instrumental in future successes.

The Asian Real Estate Association of America Greater Orlando works with community partners to help AAPI home and business owners in Central Florida achieve their dreams.

The Dr. Nelson Ying Science Competition celebrates high school students who are using science and independent research to benefit humanity.

As popularity grows with Korean shows and films, Netflix is releasing lots of new works each month.

Two Filipino business owners are opening a new fine dining restaurant celebrating their culture and food in the Mills 50 district later this summer.

After the Vietnam war ended, hundreds of Vietnamese came to Central Florida through the catholic charities refugee program and found a new home near Mills Avenue and Colonial Drive, an area known today as the Mills 50 District.

During Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, News 6 hopes to capture and highlight some of the contributions, achievements and stories of Central Florida’s own growing and diverse AANHPI community.

A Florida bill requiring the study of Asian American Pacific Islander history in applicable classes passed unanimously on Tuesday.

A large Korean fried chicken chain is looking to open up its first Florida location in Orlando's Mills 50 district.

Whether he’s patching up patients as a doctor who specializes in internal medicine or donating to Central Florida public schools, Dr. Sundeep Ram dives into community involvement headfirst.

K-pop albums, keychains, pillows, sweatshirts, anime merchandise, and monitors playing music videos are just some of the ways this Orlando store greets its customers.

Orlando is home to the Asia Trend Community Learning Center, a place to embrace and learn about Asian American culture.

Bi Trac says pageant helped her stay connected to her culture and give back to a larger community.

Alvina Chu explains representation builds stronger community.

These days when the dragon boats take to the water, it isn’t about looking back but moving forward and discovering how this ancient craft reminds us about how much we all have in common.

Check out books written by Asian American and Pacific Islander authors that you can read during AAPI Heritage Month and beyond.

Chef Henry Moso came to the U.S. at 16 from Laos and in less than 15 years he has grown into a nationally recognized chef and restauranteur.

These Asian Americans made major contributions that shaped the way we live in the U.S.

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebrates the contributions of one of the fastest growing groups living in the U.S.

A University of Central Florida professor is giving back with the sound of music.

Sending supplies to NASA’s orbiting moon outpost will require a whole new logistical game plan but that’s where a key KSC team comes into play.

Much like his artwork, Filipino American and Orlando-based artist Jefrë is larger than life.

Community uniting to stop Asian hate, promote positivity.

Team to also host in-game celebrations.

FusionFest's monthly MYgration films and watch parties explore the immigration stories of Central Floridians.

If you’re looking for a refreshing boba tea to sip on after you slurp down a tasty bowl of pho, there are plenty of Asian-owned restaurants in Orlando to help you meet those foodie goals.

Cuong Tran, a NASA electrical engineer, moved to the U.S. at 14, overcoming adversity to land his dream job.

The fundraiser wraps up on May 9.

As we celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we wanted to take a closer look at this growing population and why they chose to make Central Florida home.

News 6 celebrates AAPI Heritage Month by highlighting our local AAPI community.

Film is Marvel's first Asian-focused superhero movie.

Youn Yuh-jung, the feisty grandmother in “Minari,” has won the best supporting actress award at the Oscars.

Chloé Zhao has made history at the Academy Awards.

Chef Mike Collantes is quickly growing his "Taglish Collective" despite the challenges he's faced during the pandemic.