A new documentary about NASA astronaut Eileen Collins, titled Spacewoman, recently had a major screening event in Melbourne, Florida. Anchor Ginger Gadsden sat down with Collins to talk about her journey from food stamps to the final frontier.

As Orange County Public Schools prepares to sell more than 100 acres of land in Eatonville to Dr. Phillips Charities, the town council is scheduled to meet and discuss the plan.

The former Brevard County teacher who lost her job over calling a student by their preferred name and was at the center of a statewide debate over parental rights is telling her side of the story for the first time.

News 6 evening anchors Matt Austin and Ginger Gadsden got up early on Tuesday to appear on Real Radio’s Monsters in the Morning.

She’s no stranger to News 6. In fact, she’s one of the most recognizable and respected faces to ever grace our station. And today, I have the absolute honor of welcoming her into Results-1.

In the Loop: Theme Park Scoops keeps you up-to-date on the latest Central Florida theme park news.

The Orange County Fourth Grade MathBee Invitational encourages students to consider careers in STEM-related fields.

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

Usually, when people think about celebrities they think of Hollywood.

A News 6 viewer shares crazy cool video of a lighting bolt in Central Florida.

Students participate in the 2024 OCPS 4th-Grade Math Bee Invitational

The Florida’s Fourth Estate podcast with hosts Matt Austin and Ginger Gadsden covers a variety of hot topics across Florida, including how individuals are impacting our community for the better. Some of those “change makers” have said it’s their mom who helped them to get to where they are today.

News 6 at 6:30 p.m. is a digital-only newscast with Matt Austin, Ginger Gadsden and Jonathan Kegges available on News 6+, ClickOrlando.com and YouTube.

Watch News 6 Anchor Ginger Gadsden's behind-the-scenes journey to the Drew Barrymore Show.

Starting Monday, join News 6 Anchor Ginger Gadsden on her behind-the-scenes journey to the Drew Barrymore Show.

Feeding alligators, digging into the lives of local celebrities & exploring an incredible invention by a local teen, Matt Austin & Ginger Gadsden highlight their favorite moments throughout the years during their 200th episode.

When you plan your next vacation Florida’s Fourth Estate is helping you go beyond the theme parks and beaches.

A former forensic investigator in the Casey Anthony murder case is talking about evidence he says was never explained in the courtroom.

If you still haven't finished your Christmas shopping, you are not alone. But with just days left until the holiday, the clock is ticking. Here are the top gifts to grab before the holiday.

You can skip the grocery store and buy a local grass-fed cow right from the ranch.

Usually, when people think about celebrities they think of Hollywood.

Kids around the Orlando area this week got a chance to meet some of the people who make News 6 work in front of the camera and behind it, and learned how we get the news on the air every day.

Ken Marks is a retired computer programmer. He told Florida's Fourth Estate hosts Ginger Gadsden and Matt Austin that he had zero experience unearthing prehistoric bones, but now that has all changed.

When you plan your next vacation Florida’s Fourth Estate is helping you go beyond the theme parks and beaches.

Saturday marks another dollar per hour in the pockets of many Florida workers.

Florida’s hourly minimum wage will increase at the end of the month as part of an ongoing 6-year plan to push it higher one dollar at a time.

It's been a week and a half since Miki Sudo dominated the Nathan's hot dog eating contest, downing 39.5 franks in 10 minutes.

After stepping away from journalism, Sandra Osborne took up voice acting and is getting her son involved in the fun, too.

News 6 anchor Ginger Gadsden will once again host the Orange County Math Bee.

Florida's Fourth Estate podcast with hosts Matt Austin and Ginger Gadsden covers a variety of hot topics across Florida — including everything from nude recreation, to how the University of Central Florida is responding to the nursing shortage — and how individuals are impacting our community for the better.

As you plan your summer vacation Florida's Fourth Estate is helping you go beyond the theme parks and beaches.

Good pictures can be expensive. However, one Florida student found out discounts can be even more costly.

This is the place where you get to ask our team members about their lives inside and outside the studio. We call it Insiders Ask.

After stepping away from journalism, Sandra Osborne took up voice acting and is getting her son involved in the fun, too.

If you have lived in Florida long enough, you have likely seen them flying around or stuck to your car.

If going out for dinner and a movie for Valentine's Day doesn't get you excited, don't lose hope.

Florida gets a bad rap for being a crazy state, but it turns out the sunshine state has a lot to offer.

Kissimmee Police K9 Officer Georgie Torres is passionate about helping some of the most vulnerable members of our community.

With less than a week to buy those last-minute Christmas presents, e-commerce giant Wish is revealing some of the worst holiday gifts.

Usually, when people think about celebrities they think of Hollywood.

When people think of Florida cities they usually think of Orlando, Miami or Tampa. But, if you have lived here for more than a couple weeks... or have visited more than once, you have likely been exposed to some more unique ones too.

This podcast strips the formality of our typical newscasts and brings more in depth discussions with News 6 anchors Matt Austin and Ginger Gadsden.

News 6 anchors Matt Austin and Ginger Gadsden debuted Florida’s Fourth Estate on Oct. 10, 2018, and have been telling fun stories together ever since.

This week on Florida’s Fourth Estate, hosts Ginger Gadsden and Matt Austin continue to explore the spirit world of the unknown as we get closer to Halloween.

This week on Florida’s Fourth Estate, hosts Matt Austin and Ginger Gadsden get the haunting details on what is considered to be one of, if not the most haunted cities in America: St. Augustine.

Florida's Fourth Estate is taking a walk on the wild side.

The man who deemed the recent fight between Disney and Florida politicians “like a really ugly middle school ugly middle school break up” sat down to talk with Florida’s Fourth Estate hosts Ginger Gadsden and Matt Austin about the Reedy Creek Improvement District debacle.

We have a winner!

Denika Robbins, with Orlando Rabbit Care and Adoptions, recently sat down to talk more about it on Florida’s Fourth Estate with hosts Ginger Gadsden and Matt Austin.

Justice James E.C. Perry made history in Florida. Now he says it’s about time history is made in our country’s highest court with the confirmation of Supreme Court nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson.

Theme park Expert Landon McReynolds is back from a galaxy far far away and is joining Florida's Fourth Estate hosts Matt Austin and Ginger Gadsden to talk all about the new Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser.

Seminole County Public Schools is naming a building at Sanford Middle School on Wednesday in honor of the first African American student who integrated schools in the district nearly 60 yeas ago.

It’s National Spouses day, so we went behind the scenes with some of our News 6 anchors and their spouses.

People often ask what news anchors talk about during commercial breaks. Here's a peek.

In episode two of Real Talk Real Solutions former Orlando Magic standout, Bo Outlaw discusses his passion for mentoring with News 6 anchor Ginger Gadsden.

Thinking of some new recipes to try this holiday season?

On the latest episode of Florida's Fourth Estate, anchors Matt Austin and Ginger Gadsden talk to a local expert about how new laws signed following this week's special session will impact your everyday life.

NASA's Lucy mission could tell us a whole lot of how things started.

News 6 anchor hosts a Math Bee for Orange County students.

Anchors Matt Austin, Julie Broughton and Ginger Gadsden decided to read hate comments they have received on social media. Broughton said one viewer was not a fan of her outfits. A different viewer said Austin and Donald Duck wear the same suit. Austin said he noticed a trend when it comes to people who say mean things about him. “People don’t believe the power of their words when they say things like that,” Gadsden said.

ORLANDO, Fla. – U.S. Rep. Val Demings hinted she is open to serving in public office beyond the U.S. House of Representatives. During an interview with News 6 anchor Ginger Gadsden, the congresswoman expressed her intent to remain in public service, seemingly open with any opportunities that come her way. “I will continue to do what I have always done when I make decision(s) about next moves. Demings also served as a House impeachment manager during former President Donald Trump’s first impeachment trial. “We’ll decide whether that’s in the House or move to a different place.

Dr. Jones says parents need to talk to their little ones now about why they will not be seeing their grandparents for Christmas. Dr. Jones suggests parents should start planning now to have a creative and festive Zoom visit. Dr. Jones says before any family gathering for the holidays there must be some ground rules. Dr. Jones says we can all still do the right thing, it’s just going to take extra work from everyone. Listen to the full episode of Florida’s Fourth Estate on iTunes here or on Sticher here.

ORLANDO, Fla. – This week on Florida’s Fourth Estate, News 6 anchors share stories of weird things they experienced in their first jobs. And Ginger Gadsden says getting pelted with chicken wings, even if you are not the intended target, still hurts. Ginger, Matt and Julie unpack it all in this week’s edition of Florida’s Fourth Estate podcast. Florida’s Fourth Estate looks at everything from swampy politics to a fragile environment and even the crazy headlines that make Florida the craziest state in the Union. Listen to the full episode of Florida’s Fourth Estate on iTunes here or on Sticher here.

ORLANDO, Fla. – If you close your eyes and listen to Jim Wahlberg, his voice sounds very familiar. And yes, he is one of those Wahlbergs, a family most people know from Hollywood, most notably, his famous brother, Mark Wahlberg. Florida’s Fourth Estate looks at everything from swampy politics to a fragile environment and even the crazy headlines that make Florida the craziest state in the Union. Big influencers, like Attorney John Morgan, renowned Florida journalists and the scientists protecting Florida’s ecosystem, can often be found as guests. Listen to the full episode of Florida’s Fourth Estate on iTunes here or on Sticher here.

ORLANDO, Fla. ClickOrlando.com hosted Real Talk: A Candid Conversation last week to discuss racial injustice amongst a panel of experts. The experts provided their unique perspectives and solutions when it comes to the problems our society is facing today all while News 6 anchor Ginger Gadsden serves as the moderator. Our experts included University of Central Florida assistant sociology professor Dr. Jonathan Cox, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings, American Academy of Pediatrics spokeswoman Dr. Candice Jones, Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolon, Sen. David Simmons and vice president of the Brevard Federation of Teachers Vanessa Skipper. To rewatch Real Talk: A Candid Conversation, click the blue link below. [REWATCH: News 6 hosts Real Talk: A Candid Conversation on racial inequality in America]Watch The Weekly Sunday mornings only on News 6.

This week News 6 anchors Matt Austin and Ginger Gadsden open up the hatemail bag and unpack a few gems from some people who just dont like long hair. In this weeks edition of Floridas Fourth Estate, we share some of the messages viewers send in when they just dont like what they see. One person pointed out our long hair made us look like strippers. Another recent gem was to remind my co-anchor Lisa Bell and I that our long hair just isn't professional. "Please tell your female newscasters on the 6 pm news (Ginger and Lisa) that their long stringy hair is not attractive and is very distracting.

ORLANDO, Fla. In honor of Juneteenth and as a result of recent protests surrounding the death of George Floyd, News 6 is hosting Real Talk: A Candid Conversation on Race Relations. The town hall discussion will be held from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Friday and will be streamed on Facebook and at ClickOrlando.com/Juneteenth. The event, which will be moderated by News 6 anchor Ginger Gadsden, will feature talks about racial inequality in America, police accountability and developing solutions that will lead to a more fair and just future. Were also inviting the public to take part in the dialogue. You can submit questions by going to ClickOrlando.com/Juneteenth.

ORLANDO, Fla. It has been a long time coming but the United States is on the cusp of history once again as American astronauts prepare to launch from Floridas Space Coast. News 6 anchors Matt Austin and Ginger Gadsden talk with colleague and space expert, Erik von Ancken, about his years of covering the space program and having a front seat to this extraordinary moment. We also find out the one question astronauts do not seem to want to answer about lengthy space travel.

Ever wonder the kinds of voicemails, messages and emails News 6 anchors receive? This week anchors Ginger Gadsden and Matt Austin give us a delicious taste of the dreaded compliment sandwich. Florida’s Fourth Estate looks at everything from swampy politics to a fragile environment and even the crazy headlines that make Florida the craziest state in the Union. Ginger Gadsden and Matt Austin use decades of experience as journalists to dissect the headlines that impact Florida. Big influencers like Attorney John Morgan, renowned Florida journalists and the scientists protecting Florida’s ecosystem can often be found as guests.

ORLANDO, Fla. – This week on Florida’s Fourth Estate, News 6 anchors Matt Austin and Ginger Gadsden discuss why Ginger will be off the show for a little while. Before getting emotional, we introduce you to a "Floridiot" that had a flawed escape plan. We also say farewell to a popular grocery store and explore the new way astronauts will get to the launch pad. Learn a little and laugh a lot during this week’s episode of Florida’s Fourth Estate.

ORLANDO, Fla. – This week on “Florida’s Fourth Estate,” News 6 anchors Matt Austin and Ginger Gadsden explore Florida’s vigorous wildlife population with a little help from a local expert. Brandon Fisher, from Gatorland, stops by to talk to the anchors about gators and snakes. In Austin’s own words, here’s how this week’s episode goes down:“Two scaly critters arrive in the podcast studio. Learn a little and laugh a lot during this week’s episode of “Florida’s Fourth Estate.”Watch Florida’s Fourth Estate in the video player at the top of this story or download the episode on Apple Podcasts. Florida’s Fourth Estate podcast with Ginger Gadsden and Matt Austin looks at everything from swampy politics to a fragile environment and even the crazy headlines that make Florida the craziest state in the Union.

ORLANDO, Fla. – WKMG-TV News 6, the Graham Media Group-owned CBS affiliate in Orlando Florida, continues to transform the landscape of news viewing with the introduction of “News 6/360.” Presented by the station’s website, ClickOrlando.com, News 6/360 is the first-of-its-kind newscast shot and produced entirely in 360 degrees. This new, interactive, immersive experience is designed to be viewer friendly, easy to use and will keep viewers coming back for each new newscast. Hosted by News 6 anchor Ginger Gadsden and News 6 digital reporter Brianna Volz, viewers may notice them holding notes. Ginger and Brianna interact with each other and the viewers off the cuff, giving the newscast a high-energy, less formal and conversational tone. Viewers can watch News 6/360 on their Android phones by going to ClickOrlando.com or their News 6 App.

So anchors Lisa Bell, Ginger Gadsden and Julie Broughton went to a local self-defense class to find out what you can do when seconds matter. It's not about brute strength -- it's all about body mechanics when you're taking on someone bigger and stronger than you. "The first thing you need to be is aware," said former Lake Mary police officer and self-defense expert Zach Hudson. But you have to remember to do all of that in just the few seconds that you have to react, so which most are most effective? Friedman said heel palms, elbow strikes and knee strikes do a lot of damage and can be an equalizer.

News 6 anchors Ginger Gadsden and Matt Austin talk measles in the most recent installment of Florida's Fourth Estate. If you need help with the Public File, call 407-291-6000.

ORLANDO, Fla. – This week on Florida's Fourth Estate -- what's green, explosive and flies through the night sky? What's 17 feet long and has Floridians terrified? Who’s the "Floridiot of the Week?" Plus News 6 anchors Ginger Gadsden and Matt Austin discuss the worst career advice they have been given over the years.