Dollars & Sense: Rethinking America’s poverty line
Read full article: Dollars & Sense: Rethinking America’s poverty lineALICE is not “a” woman or “a” man, but could be. ALICE really isn’t old or young, but could be. ALICE is a lot of people you probably already know... in fact, you could be ALICE and not even realize it – at least not until now.
Can Florida redraw Congressional districts now? Lawmakers to inch toward decision with hearing
Read full article: Can Florida redraw Congressional districts now? Lawmakers to inch toward decision with hearingA Florida House committee is meeting on Thursday as state lawmakers inch their way toward a possible mid-decade congressional redistricting.
Gov. DeSantis announces over $100M in grants for water-quality improvement, some in Central Florida
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis announces over $100M in grants for water-quality improvement, some in Central FloridaFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced $112 million in grants for water-quality improvements along the Gulf Coast and for some Central Florida utilities companies.
Florida drag show law to get another look
Read full article: Florida drag show law to get another lookA full federal appeals court will take up a battle about a 2023 Florida law designed to prevent children from going to drag shows, after two rulings blocked the law on First Amendment grounds.
Cyber Monday shifts to Giving Tuesday as Salvation Army to host world’s largest red kettle at Cranes Roost Park
Read full article: Cyber Monday shifts to Giving Tuesday as Salvation Army to host world’s largest red kettle at Cranes Roost ParkAfter Cyber Monday comes Giving Tuesday. It’s a day that began back in 2012 and is dedicated to supporting nonprofit organizations and giving back to others.
Fasten your seatbelts: From warmth, to rain, to chilly, and back as we enter December
Read full article: Fasten your seatbelts: From warmth, to rain, to chilly, and back as we enter DecemberThe warming has brought us back into familiar Florida territory today with many of us seeing high temperatures around 80 some-odd degrees in town. As we get into the first couple of days of December, rain chances rapidly rise and fall alongside our temperatures all over again. We're tracking a few upcoming rain makers that could impact your work/school week.
Gorgeous weekend for Central Florida before a possible rainy start to December
Read full article: Gorgeous weekend for Central Florida before a possible rainy start to DecemberTemperatures are warming across town as winds change from a northerly to easterly direction overtime. Tonight we'll still see some chilly spots across our area, but then tomorrow's afternoon high's jump right back towards the 80 degree mark. Then into December, as we close out the month, the weather pattern looks to maybe throw some periods of rain toward us.
Central Florida weekend: milder temperatures return, but strong gusty winds persist
Read full article: Central Florida weekend: milder temperatures return, but strong gusty winds persistCentral Florida is gearing up for a milder weekend with strong winds, while rain chances and a possible storm system are expected to arrive by Tuesday, according to News 6 meteorologist Michelle Morgan.
‘It’s packed with people:’ Orlando’s H Mart sees Thanksgiving shopping surge
Read full article: ‘It’s packed with people:’ Orlando’s H Mart sees Thanksgiving shopping surgeEarly-bird shoppers fanned out to local stores in search of holiday bargains. One store in particular was packed on Thanksgiving, Orlando’s newly opened H Mart.
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.
Near-record warmth this week in Central Florida ahead of cold front. Here’s what to know
Read full article: Near-record warmth this week in Central Florida ahead of cold front. Here’s what to knowCentral Florida is gearing up for a significant swing in temperatures this week, with plenty of heat giving way to a refreshing cooldown just in time for Thanksgiving.
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.
Tariff pressures hit artificial Christmas trees prices as Orlando real-tree seller sees demand grow
Read full article: Tariff pressures hit artificial Christmas trees prices as Orlando real-tree seller sees demand growThanksgiving may still be days away, but for many Americans, the Christmas season has already arrived.
Watch highlights, see scores from high school football regional semifinals in Central Florida
Read full article: Watch highlights, see scores from high school football regional semifinals in Central FloridaSee highlights from several games across Central Florida, including Lake, Volusia, Seminole and Orange counties.
Groveland residents, small businesses ‘hard hit’ by Kroger facility’s loss
Read full article: Groveland residents, small businesses ‘hard hit’ by Kroger facility’s lossCommunity members and local leaders are reacting to what many are calling a devastating economic blow after Kroger announced it will close its Groveland fulfillment facility — a move officials say will eliminate roughly 1,400 jobs and end a delivery service relied on by customers across Central Florida.
‘Harris Rosen Way’ dedicated on International Drive, honoring Central Florida philanthropist
Read full article: ‘Harris Rosen Way’ dedicated on International Drive, honoring Central Florida philanthropistHarris Rosen Way now marks a section of International Drive, honoring a man whose name is synonymous with Central Florida.
Triathlete calls for more safety measures after being struck in Lake County hit-and-run
Read full article: Triathlete calls for more safety measures after being struck in Lake County hit-and-runA professional triathlete is calling for increased cycling safety measures from her hospital bed after becoming the latest victim of a hit-and-run crash in Central Florida.
Vote could pave way for SunRail connection to Orlando International Airport
Read full article: Vote could pave way for SunRail connection to Orlando International AirportMembers will vote on protecting a right-of-way corridor needed for a potential extension connecting the commuter rail line to Orlando International Airport.
Trump cuts to subsidized rent programs could displace hundreds in Orlando, advocates say
Read full article: Trump cuts to subsidized rent programs could displace hundreds in Orlando, advocates sayAs part of an effort to reinvent how America handles its homeless, the Trump administration is slashing funding to long-term housing programs, a decision advocates fear will force many of Central Florida’s disabled and most vulnerable back out onto the streets.
Central Florida to see warm, sunny days ahead as drought concerns grow
Read full article: Central Florida to see warm, sunny days ahead as drought concerns growCentral Florida is expected to see warm, sunny days with highs near 80 degrees and increasing drought concerns. Meteorologist Michelle Morgan from News 6 provides the latest Pinpoint Weather update and outlook for the week ahead.
Waking up to dense fog, extensive warm up for Central Florida
Read full article: Waking up to dense fog, extensive warm up for Central FloridaDense fog and smoke advisories are in effect for the eastern half of our viewing area, before we continue to watch high temperatures climb higher throughout the next week ahead.
Jacob Rodriguez strikes Heisman pose again as No. 8 Texas Tech routs UCF 48-9
Read full article: Jacob Rodriguez strikes Heisman pose again as No. 8 Texas Tech routs UCF 48-9Linebacker Jacob Rodriguez struck the Heisman Trophy pose again after the first offensive touchdown of his career, Reggie Virgil scored three times and No. 8 Texas Tech routed UCF 48-9.
Orange County deputies give out Thanksgiving turkeys, fixings. Here’s where to get yours
Read full article: Orange County deputies give out Thanksgiving turkeys, fixings. Here’s where to get yoursHundreds of Central Florida families found holiday relief as the Orange County Sheriff’s Office gave away 600 turkeys just days before Thanksgiving.
Watch highlights and see scores from regional quarterfinals in Central Florida high school football
Read full article: Watch highlights and see scores from regional quarterfinals in Central Florida high school footballThe high school football playoffs kicked off this week and a number of teams across Central Florida start a journey toward a state title.
Central Florida to warm up with sunny skies—but patchy fog could develop early
Read full article: Central Florida to warm up with sunny skies—but patchy fog could develop earlyCentral Florida is set for a warm, dry weekend with patchy fog in the mornings and ongoing drought concerns, according to News 6 meteorologist Michelle Morgan.
News 6, Salvation Army kick off Angel Tree program to bring joy to families in Central Florida
Read full article: News 6, Salvation Army kick off Angel Tree program to bring joy to families in Central FloridaNews 6 is kicking off the annual Salvation Army Angel Tree program to get results for families across Central Florida.
One more cold night before a weekend warm-up
Read full article: One more cold night before a weekend warm-upNews 6 and ClickOrlando.com share the latest Pinpoint Weather update: one more chilly night is expected in Central Florida before a significant warmup into the weekend, with continued dry conditions leading to drought concerns.
SNAP shutdown stretches into second week, impacting Central Florida families
Read full article: SNAP shutdown stretches into second week, impacting Central Florida familiesAs Thanksgiving approaches, thousands of Central Florida families are bracing for the holiday with empty cupboards and little hope for relief, as the federal government’s shutdown of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits stretches into a second week, leaving many anxious and local food pantries overwhelmed.
Why Central Florida cold outbreaks could become more and more common
Read full article: Why Central Florida cold outbreaks could become more and more commonWe saw some frigid and freezing temperatures in parts of Central Florida over the last few days. Will there be more cold snaps coming? Could they become more frequent? Here's what to know.
Orlando wakes up to another COLD day, but warmup on the way. Here’s the timeline
Read full article: Orlando wakes up to another COLD day, but warmup on the way. Here’s the timelineAfter Orlando ties record lows, News 6 meteorologist Julie Broughton says warmer temperatures and sunshine are expected by the weekend, with 80s likely and mostly dry conditions across Central Florida.
Record cold in Orlando: Temperatures plummet nearly 30 degrees in major November swing
Read full article: Record cold in Orlando: Temperatures plummet nearly 30 degrees in major November swingOrlando experiences a dramatic temperature plunge, possible record low high, frost advisories and freeze warnings in effect, and a warm up expected by the weekend.
2 ‘Super Speeders’ caught going over 100 mph on Walt Disney World property
Read full article: 2 ‘Super Speeders’ caught going over 100 mph on Walt Disney World propertyBoth arrests were made by the same Orange County deputy, on the same stretch of road, just days apart in October. Both also claimed ignorance of Florida's "Super Speeder" law.
Trooper Steve on Patrol visits Veterans’ Memorial Park in Orlando
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol visits Veterans’ Memorial Park in OrlandoThe goal is not only to recognize their service but to encourage viewers to reflect on the freedoms and opportunities made possible by their dedication.
Arctic blast plunging Florida ‘feels-like’ temps into 20s, 30s. Here’s your COLD forecast
Read full article: Arctic blast plunging Florida ‘feels-like’ temps into 20s, 30s. Here’s your COLD forecastA strong arctic cold front is expected to send feels-like temperatures into the 20s and 30s across Central Florida.
‘Prototype’ Publix store coming to Central Florida this week. Here’s what it offers
Read full article: ‘Prototype’ Publix store coming to Central Florida this week. Here’s what it offersThe opening date for a “prototype” Publix store in Central Florida has finally been revealed, with some interesting features on the way for local customers.
Do these early cold fronts mean winter will be crazy cold in Florida? Here’s the outlook
Read full article: Do these early cold fronts mean winter will be crazy cold in Florida? Here’s the outlookIf you’re a fan of the cool weather, the first half of winter in Florida will likely be your best bet to feel some.
Strong storms, gusty winds in the Central Florida forecast before our big cold plunge
Read full article: Strong storms, gusty winds in the Central Florida forecast before our big cold plungeCentral Florida is in for a see-saw style event over the next three days with temperatures climbing toward the upper 80s today and tomorrow, a chance for some strong to severe storms, and then a winter prelude. Here are all the details to get you geared up
Warm Weekend, Severe Storms Possible Sunday Then Colder Air Arrives Early Next Week
Read full article: Warm Weekend, Severe Storms Possible Sunday Then Colder Air Arrives Early Next WeekCentral Florida will shift from near-record warmth into possible freezing temperatures by midweek, with severe storms and cold wind chills forecast by News 6’s meteorologist Michelle Morgan.
‘Gonna start losing sleep:’ Central Florida tourists worry flight restrictions could impact going home
Read full article: ‘Gonna start losing sleep:’ Central Florida tourists worry flight restrictions could impact going homeFrom the airports to the seaports, a lot of Central Florida vacationers going on cruise at Port Canaveral get to the coast through Orlando International Airport, but some of those passengers are now worrying over whether they’ll return home on time.
‘Operation Roadrunner:’ Drug trafficking ring dismantled in Central Florida
Read full article: ‘Operation Roadrunner:’ Drug trafficking ring dismantled in Central FloridaA drug trafficking ring was dismantled in Central Florida after a series of raids and arrests, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
Florida Automated Vehicles Summit wraps with push toward real-world deployment
Read full article: Florida Automated Vehicles Summit wraps with push toward real-world deploymentThe Florida Automated Vehicles (FAV) Summit is wrapping up today after three days of test rides, technology demonstrations and policy discussions aimed at accelerating the future of transportation across the state.
Florida’s ‘Super Speeder’ crackdown nets over a hundred arrests in 4 months
Read full article: Florida’s ‘Super Speeder’ crackdown nets over a hundred arrests in 4 monthsSince July 1, deputies in Orange County have taken more than 100 drivers into custody who were caught going 50+ miles an hour over the speed limit or over 100 mph.
Did you see November’s supermoon? If not, here’s when to catch the next one
Read full article: Did you see November’s supermoon? If not, here’s when to catch the next oneThis supermoon was extra special — at just 221,823 miles from Earth, it appeared noticeably larger and brighter than an average full moon, which sits about 238,900 miles away.
Dollars & Sense: Full steam ahead, Americans are cruising in record numbers
Read full article: Dollars & Sense: Full steam ahead, Americans are cruising in record numbersIn the spring of 2020, the global lockdown, a direct result of the COVID-19 pandemic, led to the closure of countless businesses worldwide. Among those hit hardest: the cruise industry.
Orlando church hosts nighttime food drive to meet growing demand amid rising costs
Read full article: Orlando church hosts nighttime food drive to meet growing demand amid rising costsWith the pause in SNAP benefits, delayed pay for some federal workers, and rising grocery prices, food pantries across Central Florida say demand for donations is surging.
Florida woman reflects on riding out Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica, raises awareness for recovery efforts
Read full article: Florida woman reflects on riding out Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica, raises awareness for recovery effortsAlthough a Central Florida woman is back home after being in Jamaica when Hurricane Melissa hit, she says her heart remains with the island and those still rebuilding after the devastating storm.
Umatilla restaurant hands out free meals to children in need
Read full article: Umatilla restaurant hands out free meals to children in needAs many people in Central Florida face uncertainties surrounding benefits such as SNAP during the government shutdown, a local restaurant in Umatilla is stepping up by giving away free food to kids who need it.