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Here's the best way to watch the fireworks in Orlando.

On Saturday, you can check out the inaugural Juneteenth Celebration in Orlando. READ: Juneteenth: What to know about the holiday that celebrates slavery’s endThe event will feature live music, a kids zone, vendor village and food trucks. You can also check out a Juneteenth celebration in Hannibal Square this weekend. If you’re in Daytona Beach on Saturday, you can check out a Juneteenth community celebration festival. READ: Happening Saturday: ‘Experience Osceola’ festival to feature live music, foodTo learn more about the event, click here.

Orlando denied in bid to host 2026 World CupOrlando was left out of the list 16 to host the FIFA World cup in 2026. AdvertisementThe U.S. cities selected in an official announcement made Thursday afternoon are as follows:Miami, New York, Toronto, Philadelphia, Boston, Kansas City, Dallas, Atlanta, Houston, Monterrey, Mexico City, Vancouver, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Guadalajara. The cities that join the city beautiful in being left off the list are as follows:Cincinnati, Denver, Nashville, Pasadena, California, Washington, D.C. and Edmonton. After soccer fans gathered at Camping world stadium to hear the official announcement by FIFA that Orlando would be passed over, Mayor Buddy Dyer said he was proud of the community’s commitment and effort to have the World Games come to Central Florida.

Here's the best way to watch the fireworks in Orlando.

The Orlando mayor’s ex-wife died after a battle with an aggressive brain tumor, the mayor said Thursday.

Karen Dyer, the trial lawyer and ex-wife of long-serving Orlando mayor Buddy Dyer, has passed away following a battle with brain cancer. Dyer announced her...

Sunday at noon, amid days of events in observance of the mass shooting at Pulse nightclub on June 12, 2016, each of the 49 victims killed in the attack were recognized with the somber tolling of a bell at the First United Methodist Church of Orlando.

The Biden administration announced that, as of midnight on June 12th, international travelers coming to the United States will no longer need a negative COVID-19 test to get into the country.

Exhibits are popping up in the City Beautiful to memorialize the survivors and 49 victims of the Pulse Nightclub mass shooting in 2016.

Pulse Remembrance: City of Orlando holds a solemn gathering outside city hall Pulse Remembrance: City of Orlando holds a solemn gathering outside city hallORLANDO, Fla — City of Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, District 4 City Commissioner Patty Sheehan and LGBTQ+ leaders held a solemn gathering outside Orlando City Hall to mark the six-year remembrance of the Pulse nightclub shooting. 4 Commissioner Patty Sheehan said, “we have to remember that these families who were impacted. The prayer ribbons were on display outside city hall, featuring the names of the 49 victims written in gold on black ribbons and messages of hope. Following the speeches, those in attendance held a moment of silence, followed by church bells to honor the 49 lives lost. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 7 Pulse Remembrance: City of Orlando holds a solemn gathering outside city hall Pulse Remembrance: City of Orlando holds a solemn gathering outside city hall©2022 Cox Media Group

Advocates say the AHCA report ‘draws on junk science and cites discredited so-called experts.’

ORLANDO, Fla. — Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings proclaimed May 24 Vanessa Echols Day in the county. Demings presented the proclamation to Echols during the Board of County Commissioners meeting Tuesday morning. Read: ‘We’ve set a standard’: Vanessa Echols calls on the next generation to ‘rise to the occasion’Echols delivered remarks upon receiving the proclamation. And so I think this proclamation just lets me know that you think that I tried to do a good job at that.”Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 7 Vanessa Echols Day Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings proclaimed May 24 Vanessa Echols Day in the county. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer surprises Vanessa Echols with city proclamation ahead of her retirement Friday, May, 27, will be Vanessa Echols Day in the city of Orlando.

The City of Orlando approved a long-rumored deal to allow Orlando Fringe to operate in the soon-to-be former home of Mad Cow Theatre. After years...

Read their messages below:Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings“We, Orange County residents, are heartbroken for the residents of Buffalo and Laguna Woods and share in their pain. https://t.co/e40DjS4TDC — Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings (@OCFLMayor) May 16, 2022READ: Buffalo supermarket mass shooting: Victims list released by Buffalo PDChief Orlando RolónPraying for the people of #Buffalo and to the agencies who responded to this horrific attack. Eleven of the 13 shooting victims were Black and the shooting is being investigated as a hate crime. #WeWillNotLetHateWin #OutloveHate”Sending our love and support to Buffalo, NY where a mass shooting at a supermarket killed 10 people and injured three. Eleven of the 13 shooting victims were Black and the shooting is being investigated as a hate crime.

Scores of law enforcement officers from across the country have made the trip to Washington D.C. for observances of National Police Week.

Orlando new fire chief City Mayor Buddy Dyer tweeted Thursday that he has appointed Charlie Salazar to the position. (wftv.com)ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Fire Department’s next chief has been named. https://t.co/cCskkYBHUk — Orlando Fire Dept (@OrlandoFireDept) May 12, 2022Salazar brings three decades of experience, including serving as the executive deputy chief for Dallas Fire-Rescue, Dyer tweeted. Orlando’s previous fire chief, Benjamin Barksdale, resigned in October. READ: Orlando fire chief resigns 2 months after suspension due to arrestVideo: Orlando fire chief resigns 2 months after suspension due to arrest Orlando Fire Chief Benjamin Barksdale resigned from his job leading the Orlando Fire Department on Friday.

Deputy Chief Eric Smith Deputy Chief Eric Smith will take over as the 40th chief of the department. The announcement comes less than a week after Chief Orlando Rolón said he would retire Nov. 1, with his last day of work being Aug. 19. Dyer said Deputy Chief Eric Smith will take over as the 40th chief of the department. READ: Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolón announces retirement“It’s a honor to be able to lead the men and women of OPD,” Smith said following the announcement. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer announced Deputy Chief Eric Smith as next police chief of the Orlando Police Department.

Video: SunRail sees 40% rider increase since 2021 as funding concerns loom Will SunRail expand? WATCH: Volusia County seeks more involvement in decision about SunRail/Brightline’s Orlando corridorSunRail officials reported a 40% increase in riders from 2021. Photos: SunRail sees 40% rider increase since 2021 as funding concerns loomExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 9 SunRail sees 40% rider increase since 2021 as funding concerns loomDuring the meeting, leaders from Seminole and Osceola counties expressed their concerns with funding. “I can’t predict what the funding models might be, but I would envision that they’d be very different than the existing models might be. But we’re just at the first couple steps.”WATCH: County leaders look to the future of SunRail fundingThe next meeting for SunRail is scheduled for Aug. 4.

VIDEO: City of Orlando honors neighborhood watch groups with street signs VIDEO: City of Orlando honors neighborhood watch groups with street signs (WFTV)ORLANDO, Fla. — Neighborhood watch groups across the country serve as eyes and ears for their neighbors and help local police departments spot suspicious activity. On Monday, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, Police Chief Orlando Rolón and city commissioners Regina Hill and Tony Ortiz unveiled the Neighborhood Watch of the Year signs for 2020 and 2021. The 2020 Honoree, the Rock Lake Neighborhood Watch Group has been actively promoting crime prevention and neighborhood watch for more than 20 years. The Rock Lake Neighborhood Watch Group’s priority is to keep their neighborhood welcoming, extending their reach into the neighboring community of Lake Lorna Doone. Read: New land speed record set by autonomous Indy race car at Kennedy Space CenterCity of Orlando residents can start a neighborhood watch group for their street, block, neighborhood, apartment complex or condominium community by contacting the Orlando Police Department at orlando.gov/police.

After 30 years with the Orlando Police Department, Chief Orlando Rolón announced he will retire this fall. In a letter sent to Orlando Mayor Buddy...

Orlando Chief of Police Orlando Rolón submitted his resignation letter to the mayor’s office Wednesday after approximately four years in the position.

Orlando’s signature Lake Eola Park will expand after a building is demolished.

ORLANDO, Fla. — The city of Orlando celebrated the grand opening of a new neighborhood center in Holden Heights on Wednesday. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and City Commissioner Bakari Burns participated in the official ribbon-cutting. The historic former Grand Avenue Elementary has been repurposed as a youth and family recreation center, complete with a gym and a pottery studio. For instance, the Orlando Science Center is going to do a STEM program here with the support of NASA ... how cool is that?,” Dyer said. Photos: See inside Orlando’s new neighborhood center in Holden HeightsThe city is hosting a community open house on Saturday, featuring tours of the new facility as well as youth activities.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer was joined by Deputy U.S. Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo Tuesday to provide an update on a local job training program for workers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Dyer led a roundtable at Valencia College’s downtown campus where he shared the encouraging progress of the city’s “RISE” Employment and Training Program. “If you talk to any employer out there, including us, we all lack employees,” Mayor Dyer said. Through a partnership with CareerSource Florida, more than 100 of the initiative’s approved training programs cover a range of “high-growth” industries, from healthcare to construction. “This is part of responsible growth.”Eligible residents in the training program can receive up to $125 per week to cover costs like transportation, housing, and childcare.

ORLANDO, Fla. — In celebration of Earth Day, Lime launched a new fleet of e-scooters that it said provides a smoother, safer, and more sustainable ride. Lime debuted the Gen4 E-Scooters at the Earth Day Work Day event in Orlando on Friday. “Lime is thrilled to bring the best e-scooters around to Orlando, celebrating Earth Day by making our operations here more sustainable. These new e-scooters will offer a smoother and more sustainable rider experience and they’ll decrease street clutter and promote safety, " said Jad Hayek, Lime operations manager. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 8 Lime - GEN4 - E-ScootersAccording to a release from Lime, the new GEN4 scooter will provide riders with the smoothest and most environmentally friendly shared scooter ride available.

ORLANDO, Fla. — The City of Orlando celebrated Earth Day outside of City Hall on Friday. And to celebrate and to make sure that everyone is doing their part.”Photos: Orlando celebrates ‘Earth Day Work Day’ projects at City HallExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 15 Orlando celebrates ‘Earth Day Work Day’ projects at City HallOrlando’s “Earth Day Work Day” is a sustainability fair that features games, giveaways, vendors, and music. READ: 9 things to do this weekend: Florida Puerto Rican Parade & Festival, Melbourne Art Festival and moreEarth Day Work Day is sponsored by the Downtown Development Board, Piedmont Office Realty Trust and Impress Ink. @citybeautiful's Earth Day Work Day helped showcase how we all can contribute to creating a greener future for Orlando. READ: Earth Day 2022: What you need to know and how to helpMore information on Earth Day Work Day can be found here.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Muslims all across the world are currently fasting for the holy month of Ramadan. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and other city commissioners joined the community for the fifth annual Iftar dinner this week. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 8 Orlando leaders share Ramadan meal with Muslim communityThe event was held at the Orlando Museum of Art. WATCH: 6 new pickleball courts open in Orlando“The City of Orlando has been at the forefront of creating an inclusive community that respects and welcomes people from all walks of life,” Dyer said. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your Smart TV.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando’s first public pickleball courts opened on Wednesday morning. The city held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the courts at the Dover Shores Neighborhood Center. Photos: 6 new pickleball courts open in OrlandoThe park features six new pickleball courts. This city wants to help get them hiredThe city said it built the court to meet residents demands. Orlando leaders said the courts are part of the city’s efforts to provide quality amenities at city parks for all ages to enjoy.

ORLANDO, Fla. — If your teenager is looking for a summer job, the city of Orlando wants to help get them hired. The city announced that it is expanding its annual summer work program for teens between the ages of 15 and 19. They will receive financial literacy training and job experience, all while getting paid. The city hopes to help 300 students find a job this summer, but it needs more businesses to take part in the program. READ: Video shows dolphin attacking trainer during performance in FloridaTo learn more about the program, click here.

Orlando residents can order up to two free trees from the city of Orlando in honor of Earth Day, April 22. Residents who live within...

Orange County Government, along with the City of Orlando and Visit Orlando, have partnered with food blog Tasty Chomps to promote the event and give away items from businesses in celebration of #407Day. #407Day is a celebration of Orlando, as well as our vibrant small businesses --> https://t.co/3bMXEwqiBm pic.twitter.com/OC2PFduRem — Mayor Buddy Dyer (@orlandomayor) April 4, 2022Residents can win prizes from local businesses when they share posts and photos marked with the #407Day hashtag on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram on Thursday, April 7. “As Orlando residents we are lucky to live in a destination that tops the vacation bucket list for millions of visitors from around the world,” Visit Orlando President and CEO Casandra Matej said. For more information about #407Day and the prizes that are being offered Thursday, click here. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 13 Winter Park Village Winter Park Village is undergoing a massive makeover.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando city leaders celebrated the grand reopening of an affordable senior housing complex. READ: Here’s how soon you’ll be able to hug, get autographs from characters at Disney WorldThe Baptist Terrace senior housing community has gone through a full renovation. Photos: Orlando affordable senior housing complex reopens after full renovationExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 14 Orlando affordable senior housing complex reopens after full renovationIn 2020, it was purchased by a nonprofit developer. WATCH: Pilot program to let some first-time misdemeanor offenders in Orange, Osceola avoid arrest“We are excited to join with ONIC to celebrate the grand reopening of Baptist Terrace,” Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer said. Seniors who live in the complex pay no more than 30% of their income in rent.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Tuesday marks one year since Orlando Police Officer Kevin Valencia died from injuries he suffered in the line of duty in 2018. pic.twitter.com/kycRYle6mH — Orlando Police (@OrlandoPolice) March 15, 2022Photos: Remembering fallen Orlando police Officer Kevin ValenciaExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 16 Officer Kevin Valencia's funeralOrlando Mayor Buddy Dyer also released a statement on social media about Valencia on Tuesday. Our community will never forget Orlando Police Officer Kevin Valencia and his bravery, compassion and service,” Dyer wrote in a tweet. READ: ‘We lost a hero’: Family, colleagues remember fallen Orlando police Officer Kevin ValenciaOne year ago, we lost a hero. Our community will never forget @OrlandoPolice Officer Kevin Valencia and his bravery, compassion and service.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings will present his plan for a one-cent hike to the sales tax on Monday. Demings said raising the county’s sales tax could bring in almost $18 billion over 30 years. READ: SunRail extends train schedule for spring breakDemings will provide more details about the plan in a meeting with Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and the Orlando City Council at 10 a.m. Monday. If voters approve the increase in November, the county would begin tax collections at the start of next year. READ: County leaders look to the future of Sunrail fundingThe tax does not apply to essential groceries, prescription drugs, medical supplies or utilities.

Soccer: Iceland at Mexico National Team May 29, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Goal celebration during match between Mexico and Iceland at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports (Jerome Miron/Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports)ORLANDO, Fla. — Camping World Stadium will host the opening match of the MexTour next month. The Mexican National Team will battle Guatemala on April 27 at 8 p.m.Tickets for the Orlando MexTour match will go on sale on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Photos: MexTour 2022: Camping World Stadium to host opening match next month“This international matchup between Mexico and Guatemala at Camping World Stadium is a gift to soccer fans throughout Central Florida and beyond,” Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer said. We truly are the Soccer Capital of the South.”READ: Russia facing sports isolation over invasion of UkraineTo learn more about the event, click here.

The city said Women’s History Month is observed throughout the country during March as a way to celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of women in American history.

ORLANDO, Fla. — A coalition, calling themselves Floridians Mobilizing Against Hate, held a “Rally for Our Collective Rights” at Orlando’s City Hall on Saturday to protest legislative proposals coming out of Tallahassee. “What we have is legislatures that are supposed to make a safer Florida and a more accepting Florida working against us,” said rally participant Joel Morales. “We will continue to support our LGBTQ+ community because Orlando is and will always continue to be a safe haven for the LGBTQ+ community,” said Dyer. The rally was moderated by the director of communications for Equality Florida Brandon Wolf and Tatiana Quiroga, executive director of Come Out With Pride. Channel 9 will continue to follow the legislative session and let you know what the governor signs into law.

ORLANDO, Fla. — A coalition of progressive organizations is holding a rally to raise awareness against bills being passed by the Florida Legislature that they claim are attacking the rights of women, immigrants, people of color, trans youth and LGBTQ+ communities. The “Rally for Our Collective Rights” is being held at Orlando City Hall at noon on Saturday. Read: I-4 Express: New express lanes officially openSpeakers at Saturday’s rally will include Mayor Buddy Dyer, Commissioner Patty Sheehan and State Rep. Anna Eskamani, as well as representatives from faith-based groups, activists and schools from around Central Florida. Read: Florida GOP ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill advances in HouseThe group expects hundreds of people to attend Saturday’s rally. ©2022 Cox Media Group

ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando residents whose jobs were impacted by COVID-19 will soon have a new place to turn to for support in finding a new career. On Monday, the Orlando City Council approved the launch of the new RISE Employment & Training Program in partnership with CareerSource Central Florida. Officials said the program will ensure Orlando residents impacted by COVID-19 will have equitable access to opportunities for job training, coaching and support services to measurably increase their employability. “Education and job training removes barriers and opens doors to opportunity for everyone,” said Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer in a statement. READ: Rents reach ‘insane’ levels across Florida and US with no end in sightThe city said it will lease space at 1221 W. Colonial Drive, Suite 301, to open the RISE Employment & Training Program Office to provide in-person assistance to connect residents to job training and employment opportunities.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Almost 200 men and women marched down Orange Avenue in downtown Orlando on Thursday night, and a lot of them were in heels, including the men. WATCH: ‘He was real pushy: ‘Free’ windshield offers can trigger lawsuits & higher premiums for all of usSupporters came out for the 9th annual Harbor House of Central Florida’s “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” event. The goal of the event is to raise awareness about domestic violence and support survivors in the Central Florida community. Photos: Hundreds step up to support ‘Walk a Mile in Her Shoes’ event in OrlandoExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 11 Hundreds step up to support ‘Walk a Mile in Her Shoes’ event in OrlandoLocal officials including Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, Orange County Sheriff John Mina and Orlando police chief Orlando Rolón showed up to support the cause. But there was also a lighter side, as prizes were awarded for most creative shoe and largest team.

ORLANDO, Fla. — A memorial bench will be dedicated to fallen Orlando Police Officer Kevin Valencia on Tuesday. In 2018, Valencia was shot in the line of duty while trying to save children from a domestic violence situation. Police Chief Orlando Rolón will join Mayor Buddy Dyer and members of the Orlando Police Department as the Central Florida Hotel and Lodging Association (CFHLA) will present the bench in honor of Valencia. READ: ‘He made me laugh all the time’: Wife of fallen Orlando police officer remembers husband as fun-loving family manOfficials said Valencia’s wife, Meghan, and members of his squad will be present for the installation of the bench. Photos: Remembering fallen Orlando police Officer Kevin ValenciaExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 16 Officer Kevin Valencia's funeralClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

Fallen Orlando police Officer Kevin Valencia received a new honor Tuesday.

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings provided a COVID-19 update Wednesday from the Orange County administration building in downtown Orlando.

Purple Door Luncheon Six advocates dedicated to ending domestic violence in Central Florida will be honored by Harbor House on Wednesday. (WFTV.com News Staff)ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Six advocates dedicated to ending domestic violence in Central Florida will be honored by Harbor House on Wednesday. Harbor House, Orange County’s only 24/7 state-certified domestic violence organization, will honor six “Champions of Courage” for their work to end domestic violence locally and nationally during the Signature Purple Door Luncheon. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live. ©2022 Cox Media Group

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and the Orlando City Council proclaimed February as Black History Month in the City of Orlando on Tuesday.

More than a dozen self-proclaimed Nazis yelled antisemitic slogans outside a Central Florida shopping plaza and waved a swastika flag from a highway overpass before authorities broke them up.

Deputies said about 20 demonstrators gathered on public property yelling profanities and anti-Semitic slurs at passing vehicles, with a fight breaking out between someone and several demonstrators.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — While some areas of the country are believed to be hitting their omicron peak, lines at COVID-19 testing sites around Orange County are much shorter this week. It’s encouraging to see statewide hospital numbers inching lower, but they’re still 9,000 patients higher than a month ago. READ: Stealth omicron: New COVID-19 variant seen in 40 countriesEarlier this month, lines could stretch hours long at Orange County’s testing sites. The Florida Hospital Association reports COVID-19 admissions dropped by 150 cases for adults from Friday, but cases in children are on a slight rise. READ: Universal Orlando drops COVID-19 testing mandate for unvaccinated employees“They’re still at a very high level, (a) very concerning level,” U.S.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer said Friday that he and his wife have tested positive for COVID-19. READ: CDC: Boosters 90% effective in preventing severe COVID-19, hospitalizations“Today, after being made aware that I had been exposed to COVID-19, Susie and I both tested positive,” he said. After being made aware that I had been exposed to COVID-19, Susie & I both tested positive. — Mayor Buddy Dyer (@orlandomayor) January 21, 2022Dyer said he and his wife are both asymptomatic, which he credited to being vaccinated and boosted. Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings announced Tuesday evening that he had tested positive for COVID-19.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer announced he and his wife tested positive for COVID-19.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and his wife Suzie tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday. The mayor announced that he had contracted coronavirus on his Twitter,...

While Monday was a day off for students and some parents, it was a day on for dozens who volunteered at Lake Fran to pick up trash and give back to the community.

Dyer said the city opened the testing site this week to help take pressure off county-run sites. Right now, there is hardly any wait-time at the Free COVID-19 Testing Site at @CWStadium. — Orlando Police (@OrlandoPolice) January 12, 2022READ: Universal Orlando will soon require team members to be vaccinated or undergo weekly COVID-19 testsHe said the city will keep the Camping World testing site open as long as there is demand for it. Dyer said testing access is important, as the omicron variant continues to spread through the community. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Mayor Buddy Dyer and UCF President Dr. Alexander Cartwright celebrated the opening of a new tech startup and innovation hub in downtown Orlando Tuesday. Two organizations that are helping Orlando become a hub for innovation have a new home. From their new location on Orange Avenue in @DWNTWN_ORLANDO, @UCFBIP and @starterstudio will work together to strengthen our city's startup ecosystem. Since it was launched in 1999, UCF’s Business Incubation Program has assisted more than 300 local startup companies. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Three Orlando City Commissioners were officially sworn into office Monday for four year terms on the Orlando City Council. Three of our City Commissioners took an oath to continue to serve our city today. https://t.co/gQ6YJObfbx — City of Orlando Gets Vaccinated 💉 #IGotMyShot (@citybeautiful) January 10, 2022First elected to the Orlando City Council in 2006, Commissioner Stuart will be serving his fifth term. Commissioner Gray was sworn into his fourth term while Commissioner Hill was sworn in for a third. READ: Orlando housing, rent explosion to continue in 2022, analysts sayThe City of Orlando’s Charter requires City Commissioners to recite the oath, reaffirming their commitment to their duties, before entering office.

ORLANDO, Fla. — A new COVID-19 site opens at Camping World Stadium on Monday morning. The city of Orlando hopes the site will cut down the massive lines at other testing sites across Orange County. For weeks now, people have been lining up at sites across Orange County in the dark. Like the Orange County testing sites, the city-run testing site will be open seven days a week. READ: White House, USPS wrapping up plans to ship COVID-19 test kits nationwideThe site opens at 9 a.m. and tests are free.

Camping World Stadium is once again serving as a COVID-19 drive-thru testing site, according to city officials.

Several events will take place near downtown Orlando this week, including two bowl games and New Year's Eve parties.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer has declared Dec. 13 Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida day in the city of Orlando, the charity’s officials said in a news release.

Lake Eola with Orlando skyline Nighttime photo of the Lake Eola fountain and downtown Orlando skyline. (Nick Papantonis)ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will give his annual State of Downtown Address on Monday. City officials said Dyer will host the event in a style of a town hall, allowing for attendees to ask questions about the downtown directly to the mayor. Dyer is expected to share the latest on the continued revitalization of downtown Orlando, as well as plans and advancements for development in the area, economic competitiveness and small business assistance. He is also set to address the challenges of housing and helping the homeless, and furthering opportunities through expansions in mobility options.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer is giving a State of Downtown address Monday afternoon at Exploria Stadium in the city's Parramore neighborhood.

The Orlando mayor will provide an update during the 2021 State of Downtown Address Monday afternoon.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Orange County’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program will temporarily be available to City of Orlando residents starting Wednesday. “Orange County Government is happy to team up with the City of Orlando to ensure that critical resources remain in place and are available for all residents,“ Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said. Orange County’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program remains open for individuals behind on rent or at risk of being evicted due to the pandemic. Orange County’s rental assistance program began taking applications back in March. READ: Amazon Web Services outage disrupts dozens of sitesOfficials say they’ll announce well in advance when Orlando is prepared to launch another round of rental assistance, and when Orange County’s assistance will be closed to Orlando residents.

On Monday, the Orlando City Commission voted to approve part of the budget for the Maxey Crooms house on West Anderson Street in Parramore.

With tourism continuing to bounce back in Central Florida, local leaders remain hopeful for a full economic recovery.

The city of Orlando will ring in the holiday season tonight with a celebration around Lake Eola and a ceremonial tree lighting. The annual bash...

ORLANDO, Fla. — Get ready to celebrate Walt Disney World Day. On Friday, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will be joined by city commissioners, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings and other elected officials to present an official proclamation to Walt Disney World Resort. The proclamation will honor the resort’s 50th anniversary and declare Friday as Walt Disney World Day. Walt Disney World President Jeff Vahle will receive the official proclamation. READ: New Cirque du Soleil show ‘Drawn to Life’ takes flight at Disney Springs“For 50 years, Walt Disney World Resort has served as a beacon of hope and happiness in the Central Florida area, bringing the beloved magic found across the resort to children and families in our neighboring communities,” a news release states.

The big Christmas tree made its return to Lake Eola in downtown Orlando.

Orange County and the city of Orlando honored Walt Disney World for its efforts in the Central Florida community on Friday.

The 2021 Florida Energy and Climate Summit kicked off Tuesday in Orlando.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer speaks a the Florida Energy and Climate Summit.

ORLANDO, Fla. — City and community leaders teamed up Saturday morning to recognize veterans and fallen first responders at the 22nd annual City of Orlando Veterans Day Parade. The theme this year was “Remembering September 11.”READ: 9 things to do this weekend: EDC, Welcome to Rockville, Bikefest & moreThe parade itself was led by six grand marshals who have served post 9/11. Mayor Buddy Dyer said meeting the grand marshals was an honor and added that he was happy the city held the festivities this year despite the pandemic. WATCH: 6 hurt, including 4 children in crash involving day care van near Avalon Park, firefighters say“I’m thankful to everyone that has gotten vaccinated,” Dyer said. “We’ve had a pretty high rate at this point, and it’s made it possible for us to get back to normal.

Orange County Library System is celebrating the 100-year anniversary of Captain Charles L. Albertson's donation of books to the city of Orlando, which later became the foundation of the county's library system.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer announced Billy Joel would be performing at Camping World Stadium in 2022.

Mayor Buddy Dyer held at press conference Thursday at Camping World Stadium to announce a big-league hitmaker coming to the City Beautiful next year: Billy...

There were lots of cheers and excitement Wednesday as leaders announced the official completion of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Orlando with the debut of a brand-new, world-class theater in January called Steinmetz Hall.

Central Florida leaders experience life 'blind' as a part of mobility week.

Orlando's trendy Milk District has a new location for people to gather for food, drinks and music, the appropriately named food hall Milkhouse.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Officials with the city of Orlando are set to make an announcement this week about a “major rock show” coming to The City Beautiful. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will join City of Orlando Chief Venues Officer Allen Johnson on Thursday to give details about the major event at Camping World Stadium. Camping World Stadium has been used for many major concerts and events before. READ: Florida woman saves husband after his leg was severed by boat propellerMajor events seen at Camping World Stadium also included Monster Jam and WrestleMania. Channel 9 will attend the major rock show announcement on Thursday and give updates on Eyewitness News.

City officials were joined by community leaders on Thursday to install a sign recognizing the Parramore neighborhood as a National Register Historic District.

Immerse Orlando kicked off Friday evening in downtown Orlando.

After nearly two months, the Orlando Utilities Commission is returning to normal water operations following its plea for Orlando customers to limit water use, read an OUC release Tuesday.

The City of Orlando plans to put in a bid to host World Pride in October of 2026. Pride officials hope to pay tribute to Pulse victims and survivors 10 years after massacre.

Orlando leaders spoke Monday about a pair of recent attacks on the city's police officers, including one in which a man set up a camera to live stream the attack as it happened.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Commissioner Regina Hill visit the COVID-19 vaccination and monoclonal site at Camping World Stadium.

The city announced in a news release that from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 it will host various events in celebration of Hispanic cultures.

The Kentucky high court cleared the way for laws reining in Gov. Andy Beshear's emergency powers.

Vietnam’s government says it is sending troops to Ho Chi Minh City to help deliver food and aid to households as it further tightens restrictions on people’s movements amid a worsening surge of the coronavirus.

The mayor of Orlando is asking residents to stop watering their lawns and washing their cars for at least a week.

The mayor of Orlando is asking residents to stop watering their lawns and washing their cars for at least a week.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer is set to hold a news conference at City Hall Friday afternoon to address issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

McDonalds announced it is opening up 650 new positions in Orlando and 5,000 across Central Florida in an effort to get more people to work this fall.

The Central Florida health care system AdventHealth purchased the shuttered religious theme park Holy Land in Orlando, deed documents show.

Hawaiian-inspired restaurant The 808 is set to celebrate its grand opening on Sunday, Aug. 8, or 8/08.

The mobile vaccine site will make stops in July and August in neighborhoods around Orlando.

The Frontyard Festival, which started during the pandemic, was slated to end this month but will continue until mid-December.