The long‑time local official is well aware of the concerns over traffic, affordability and development that have stretched across the county for more than a decade.

Thousands more are set to roll into Orlando for the Florida Classic weekend — and for residents living in Parramore, it’s their third weekend in a row dealing with road closures, delays, and busy streets.

Residents of Creek Run Lane in Eustis returned home Thursday evening after crews completed emergency road repairs in just six days, marking a significant milestone in the city’s recovery from last month’s devastating floods.

Residents of the Spring Ridge Estates neighborhood are being allowed back into their homes after weeks of evacuation prompted by heavy flooding that partially collapsed a culvert system.

With 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.

An ongoing “odor issue” in Sanford could soon be eliminated, according to the city manager on Wednesday.

Halloween is nearly upon us, but before you take your child trick-or-treating, it’s important to keep in mind which houses near you are safe to visit.

There’s hope, finally, for people at a Brevard County mobile home park that a smelly situation could finally get fixed.

An overflowing retention pond is being blamed by neighbors for flooding a community of more than 100 mobile homes.

Some drivers are making streets in neighborhoods look more like racetracks.

Orange County commissioners voted Tuesday to adopt a final map for the county, nearly a year after the passage of a measure to expand the number of commission districts.

Edgewater residents living in the Florida Shores neighborhood believe all the new developments in the area are causing their streets to flood every time a heavy rain rolls in.

They complained, called law enforcement, and contacted their county commissioners, and now, some neighbors can finally celebrate seeing homes they said were overrun by squatters get knocked to the ground.

It seemed like David Sleiman’s nightmare was over when Orange County crews installed surveillance cameras and cleaned up dozens of pieces of trash illegally dumped on his property off Concord Avenue earlier this year.

For a pet owner in Winter Garden, she fears her missing cat may have been attacked by a coyote, and now, she is warning her community.

The Clermont City Council voted Tuesday to approve an ordinance that eliminates most flagpole height restrictions, effectively allowing the controversial Camping World Stadium's Clermont dealership flag to remain in place.

Daytona Beach residents in the Mosaic neighborhood off LPGA Boulevard are asking for help after dozens have been injured on flooded sidewalks. Residents say over 40 people slipped and fell on these sidewalks in the first six months of 2025 alone.

With rapid development reshaping Osceola County, city officials in Kissimmee are moving forward with a long-term plan to revitalize an approximately 5-mile section of Vine Street while seeking to create neighborhood charm.

Langevin’s flyer asks participants to write the name or print the picture of someone who died as a result of “soft-on-crime policies,” “inept military leadership,” or “illegal immigration.”

A Korean War veteran in Ocklawaha is one step closer to moving into a new home after a crash left his trailer unlivable last month.

If you live in or visit Sanford, and you’ve noticed a certain smell in recent weeks, you’re not the only one.

A petition circulating in Winter Park is raising concerns that city officials plan to downplay Christmas in local holiday celebrations, but leaders say that perception isn’t accurate.

After standing proud for 37 years, neighbors were suddenly without a beloved community center, all because of dangerous Central Florida storms.

As SpaceX celebrated its tenth test launch Starship launches 10th flight test of its giant rocket expected to land astronauts on the moon, not everyone is just as excited about Starship’s future.

The Sanford City Commission on Tuesday held a second public hearing on proposed fire assessment fees, sparking debate between residents and city leaders ahead of a final vote scheduled for early September.

It’s scorching across Central Florida this week, and that includes Parramore, which is under a heat advisory.

Some Oviedo residents may soon receive notice that their water consumption stands out from the crowd.

Winter Garden residents packed City Hall Tuesday night to voice opposition to a proposed fire assessment fee aimed at closing a $12 million budget shortfall.

An Orange County community that’s become infested with invasive chameleons may show signs of an even bigger problem.

The city of Winter Garden is asking for input from residents on a proposal to add a fire assessment fee to properties within city limits.

The city of Palm Bay announced that it has received $1 million from Florida’s Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget to officially approve and fund the Turkey Creek Sanctuary Water Quality Improvement Project, officials said.

The suspect, Wesley Hernandez Rios, 26, was apprehended as he was leaving the scene. Authorities said he had known the woman for a few months prior to the incident.

Sandra Fatimi-Hall and several other Pine Hills residents said they want nothing to do with signs that the community is calling an eyesore.

Two months after a 16-year-old Oak Ridge High School student was struck and killed while trying to cross Oak Ridge Road, the commissioner who represents the area said she is still working to address concerns about speeding.

Seventy-six apartments were affected, according to Orlando firefighters.

Someone in DeLand has a serious issue with butterflies — specifically, painted ones.

Mayor Alison Dennington has fallen out of favor in recent months with some residents who say she has cost the town more than $150,000 for defending lawsuits involving her.

A wild problem is tearing up lawns, parks, and peace of mind in one of Central Florida’s fastest-growing communities.

Charged with two felony counts of racketeering and facing a prolonged suspension from his position as Osceola County Sheriff, Marcos Lopez has more pressing challenges than having become the source of mockery on social media.

The Women's Center of Brevard County said that last Thursday, someone broke in and vandalized their office on Aurora Road in Melbourne to an amount as high as $30,000.

Deltona leaders are considering a proposal to ban any new medical marijuana dispensaries from opening within city limits, a move that has some residents speaking out.

The only 4-star hotel in Brevard County should be quite the attraction when it’s done, but while it’s still being built, complaints are filling up from a property very close to the future Westin.

A Brevard County woman returned from an overseas trip to find her Port St. John home had been broken into and vandalized.

Some residents living under the jurisdiction of Osceola County are now being informed that they will soon become part of St. Cloud, raising concerns about potential property tax increases.

No one wants to live next to an eyesore, but one man says he’s got two blighted vacant homes next to where he lives.

It's ringing again. News 6 was there as repairs on the iconic bell and bell tower were finished Friday.

Business owners feel there’s a lot of potential in downtown Eustis, but also said they feel like the economic development isn’t as strong as it could be.

Some local homeowners are frustrated because they have codes that prevent them from painting their houses a certain color. The issue is soon set to appear before the city council.

The Mayor of Astatula is set to discuss a moratorium on residential development at Tuesday's town council meeting.

Mount Dora city officials believe they finally have the answer when it comes to the cause of a strong odor in the community.

In just one day, Brevard County’s oldest city will no longer have its own hospital.

A family in East Orlando continues to face challenges after a sewage backup caused by a burst pipe in their driveway.

News 6 investigated concerns about an illegal dumping site in Orlando, near the Boggy Creek area.

Central Florida families came together Sunday morning for a unique event that focused on holistic wellness and giving back to the community.

Residents in Palm Coast are voicing their concerns about a proposed fuel terminal that could be built in their community.

If you live in Oviedo, you’ve probably noticed the city is changing — quickly.

News 6 met with about a dozen residents in Osceola County's Brighton Lakes development to speak about their concerns regarding their prospective neighbors.

If you've seen them, you'd know them: they're Eastern lubber grasshoppers. Maybe the name doesn't sound familiar, but the look is distinct.

There's negative reaction from some people to a city council vote last week to re-add fluoride to Brevard County's largest water supplier.

"Our neighborhood has become a trash dump," Donald Holibut told News 6.

New Smyrna Beach Police are setting up a special event zone this weekend for an unsanctioned “Meet for Toyota Truck” event.

Orlando Health said that because of years of neglect and costly repairs, it will shut down Rockledge Hospital on April 22.

Council members Tuesday night approved restoring a controversial chemical to drinking water for the city and other communities.

City leaders were supposed to approve the final plans for building new homes off Doyle Road, but they changed their minds and said voted against it.

Monday afternoon, a state Senate committee is set to discuss a bill that aims to make changes regarding land use and development regulations in Florida.

Florida officials are warning homeowners in Longwood to beware of fraudulent contractors following a tornado that struck the area Monday morning.

Homeowners in Longwood are beginning the difficult process of cleaning up after a tornado tore through their neighborhood, leaving behind significant damage.

A growing movement is pushing for Pine Hills to break away from Orange County and become its own municipality, following in the footsteps of cities like Belle Isle and Winter Park.

You may have driven by the historic Altamonte Chapel on State Road 436 countless times and never known its story.

You might be surprised to know how many unwanted chemicals are lurking in your drinking water.

Two years after the tragic shooting deaths of 9-year-old T’Yonna Major and journalist Dylan Lyons, the Pine Hills community gathered Wednesday evening to discuss ways to combat rising crime in West Orange County.

In a meeting that was well over capacity, hundreds of people packed tightly together inside the Astor Community Association Thursday to weigh in on the future use of the Silver Glen Springs.

Billed as a "special workshop," the meeting lasted nearly four hours, as the mayor, city council members, and residents weighed in on the current state of affairs and potential solutions.

Commissioners are considering forcing the sale of the complex, located off Texas Avenue, to allow for redevelopment of the area.

A proposed RV park in St. Cloud has drawn strong opposition from residents of the neighboring Hanover Lakes community.

Detectives searched the COA president's condo unit last year, though by that time, he'd already fled, according to the sheriff's office.

The city of Cocoa Beach is considering raising fees for short-term rental properties in response to growing complaints from residents about noise, parking issues, and other disturbances.

Slipping into their finest stilettos, dozens of men and women strutted down Orange Avenue in downtown Orlando Thursday night to send a message: they will walk side by side with survivors of domestic violence.

A man in Mount Dora has to receive two more shots as part of a rabies vaccination series following an attack by two dogs that he suspected were stray.

The 70-year-old driver involved in a crash that killed a fourth-grade student near Sugar Mill Elementary School last year will not be charged, Port Orange police said.

A woman who admitted to pouring concrete into her neighborhood's drainage system will have to pay Seminole County for its time, even though the problem has finally been fixed.

In a bustling classroom filled with the laughter and curiosity of preschoolers, something extraordinary is happening.

He apparently died at work on Jan. 4. The family is going through an especially hard time since his daughter had just passed away before Christmas.

A judge has dismissed a lawsuit over the site of a historic school for Black students in Eatonville, but the future of the property remains uncertain.

Families in Lake County are facing uncertainty after the sudden announcement that the Waterman Early Learning Academy will shut its doors on Jan. 10.

After receiving a tip about the dead fish from a viewer, News 6 decided to head up to Eustis and talk to people who live on the lake. The people we spoke to said they had never seen anything like this.

The county is looking to prevent more flooding in the future, which could cost a pretty penny and means an increase in rates for residents.

While there are plenty of organizations giving back this holiday season, neighborhood groups like the Lee Road Safe Neighborhood association are also doing their part.

Just in the last month, three children with autism drowned in Central Florida after eloping or wandering from their families.

After eight months, work is finally underway to repair a pipe plugged with concrete in the Shadow Bay neighborhood.

Two Fold H.E.L.P. Ministries is providing a Thanksgiving meal with all the fixings to over a dozen people in their re-entry program, aimed at rehabilitating those formerly incarcerated or struggling through hard times.

An Orlando nonprofit is asking for the community’s help after surveillance footage captured someone stealing donated items meant to help those in need.

The Space Coast High School Varsity football team is giving thanks this week for an incredible season — and also to a Tampa Bay Buccaneer whose generosity helped change the program's fortunes.

The facility off of Highway 441 has been at the center of an ongoing mystery in Mount Dora. Some believe it's causing a stinky smell in certain areas, and people who live nearby want to get to the bottom of it.

On June 30, Kissimmee's Police Civilian Oversight Board was dissolved. The oversight board was responsible for reviewing complaints, policies, and procedures and providing recommendations.

Millie Atwell is always one to make others laugh. She puts them at ease with her jokes and her love of all things Dolly Parton. She finds the country music star an inspiration.

A woman who admitted to pouring concrete down a drainpipe in her neighborhood now has until early 2025 to fix it, despite the flooding her neighbors have endured for months.

November is National Homeless Youth Awareness Month, a time to bring attention to the 16- to 24-year-olds facing homelessness.

Seminole County’s only homeless shelter is asking for more than half million dollars so they continue to support people in need without cutting any services.

The Winter Garden Theatre, which had been closed for weeks, will reopen its doors Thursday evening for a debut performance of "The Little Mermaid."