State claims law restricting some foreign nationals from owning Florida land is not discriminatory
The state this week pushed back against a challenge to a new law that restricts people from China and six other countries from owning property in Florida, disputing arguments that it is unconstitutional and discriminates based on โrace and national origin.โ
โWar is still happening:โ Orlando nonprofit hosts festival to raise funds for Ukraine
As the world marks one year since Russiaโs invasion of Ukraine, Central Floridaโs Ukrainian community are rallying in support of their homeland.
Central Floridaโs Turkish community devastated after deadly earthquake in homeland
The Turkish community of Central Florida is mourning after a 7.8 earthquake struck Turkey and northern Syria and a second 7.5 earthquake hit the eastern region, leaving thousands dead and injured.
Diwali: Orlando residents participate in celebration of unity, enlightenment, positivity
Every year, Hindus, Budhists, Jains and Sikhs around the world celebrate Diwaliโa festival of lights that goes back more than 2,500 years.
โLooked like another Maria:โ Puerto Ricans arriving at Orlando airport describe Fiona aftermath
Thousands of Puerto Ricans continue to struggle after Hurricane Fiona hit the island earlier this week.
Orlando woman honored by Queen Elizabeth II reminisces about royal award
When you walk into Justine Assalโs home in downtown Orlando, youโll see whatโs called a โWarrant of Appointmentโ in one of her photos.
Osceola County school district using international program to hire teachers
The Osceola County school district superintendent said students can expect to see some new faces at the start of the school year thanks to an international program thatโs getting results for them and bringing diversity into the classroom.
Hereโs why assassination of former Japanese leader shocked the world, UCF expert says
After Japanโs longest serving prime minister Shinzo Abe was assassinated Friday, a UCF expert in the field of global perspectives explained why the aftershock of the fatal shooting was felt around the world.
Cuban-American artist brings past, present conflicts to life in new DeLand art exhibit
A new exhibition at the Museum of Art in DeLand is shedding light on cultural heritage, the environment and social justice.
Central Florida churches host prayer vigil for Ukraine in College Park
Church and community members gathered in College Park Tuesday night to hold a candlelight vigil to express their support for the people of Ukraine.
Doctors break down how to talk to children about the conflict in Ukraine
The world has witnessed this past week the conflict happening in Ukraine which may cause children to worry and need an adult to help make sense of whatโs happening.
Colombian community in the US is 7th largest Hispanic population
Josรฉ Vรกsquez, an immigrant from Colombia, said he's living his best life as senior operations manager for the iconic nightclub Mango's Tropical Cafe in Orlando. Getting to this point took more than 20 years to achieve.
Brazil in political turmoil during criminal investigation into presidentโs handling of pandemic
South America's largest country, Brazil is currently in political turmoil as the president of the country is under investigation for his handling of the pandemic ahead of a new presidential election in 2022.
Venezuelan migrants flee homeland, find new home in Central Florida
Venezuela was once a prosperous and rich country that sits atop the world's largest oil reserves but for the past 2 decades, it's been crumbling with an ongoing political and socio-economic crisis.