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It's hard to feel comfortable leaving your home in any emergency situation, but planning for it can make it a bit easier.

The deadliest element of hurricanes is not what you think.

Teens have a healthy alternative this summer to sitting around watching TV and playing video games all day.

Deputies are searching for a missing 13-year-old girl in Marion County.

The gentle giants cruising Florida's waterways are one of the state’s most beloved creatures. On the surface, they may seem like slow, gray lumps grazing on sea grass but there is more than meets the eye with the ancient anatomical and ancestral traits still visible in manatees today.

Doris Weatherford earned her place in the Sunshine State’s hallowed hall of women’s history by chronicling it, documenting everything from the achievements of Florida’s pre-colonial, Native American women to matriarchs championing the 19th amendment to women reaching for the stars in space travel.

Those shutdowns and the struggle to get people to return have forced many businesses to close for good. Many local business owners say they’re finally bouncing back, but it’s been a tough two years.

On snow as in life, it’s important not to look like a bozo, and for new skiers, handling long, clunky boards is the original challenge. Ignore the hecklers—there’s more than one way to do it right.

These are things you can do every day to spread kindness.

Falling iguanas are expected to accompany the coldest weather Florida has felt since 2018 this weekend.

Select pharmacies across the U.S., and throughout the state of Florida, are offering free N95 masks provided by government officials.

A man accused of killing a 16-year-old girl from Lake County back in April 2018 is now facing a first-degree murder charge, according to an indictment filed Monday at the Volusia County Clerk of Courts.

As the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve, many people follow what, from the outside, may look to be odd traditions in order to bring luck and prosperity in the new year.

An Orlando gas station owner said he’s terrified and tired of working in fear after he discovered what he says appears to be two bullet holes to his gas station’s front window. The shootings happened over two weeks.

Heineken is offering customers experiencing shipping delays for holiday presents the chance to claim a Heineken IOU starting at 10 a.m. on Dec. 10.

Here's how to make your Christmas tree last through the holiday season.

Let’s look at the official UNO rules to set things straight with these common misconceptions.

The Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive certainly won't disappoint if you're looking for a way to enjoy Florida's great weather while taking in views of wildlife, including more than 360 species of birds.

The highly anticipated new collaboration from Cirque du Soleil and Disney, Drawn to Life, premiered Thursday night at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort to a full house of enthusiastic fans who demonstrated their appreciation with a lengthy standing ovation.

A member of the Brevard County Fire Rescue staff is under investigation after he allegedly made a racially insensitive remark to a shooting victim while the person was being transported by ambulance to the hospital for treatment, according to News 6 partner Florida Today.

Orlando will be hosting free, family-friendly activities, events and spectacles throughout November and December.

Local breweries have been busy concocting flavorful beers to enjoy. Whether it’s a pale ale, stout or a sour, there’s a seasonal brew for you.

Basil Gordan learned he had been mistakenly reported dead after being denied a vehicle loan.

Check out these cool local fall flavors at your favorite Central Flordia eateries.

Blackface images have surfaced over the years across the country, sparking controversy and heated discussions among our communities. Here’s a look at the practice and its history.

The continued presence of COVID-19 has impacted the state’s school staffing shortage.

Polk County Sheriff's Deputy, Josiah Perry, 26, was arrested charges of driving under the influence.

Nelson Carpio Garcia, 22, was arrested on charges of attempted murder after police say, he attacked his coworker with a box cutter.

Brevard County man arrested on charges of aggravated manslaughter of a child and failure to report a death following the death of his son.

A 19-year-old Marion County man arrested over drunk driving crash that killed two people in June.

SR 408 will be closed overnight from Monday, Oct. 25 to Thursday, Oct. 28 due to construction.

Clayton Donnan was invited to fly with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. The Thunderbirds selected him as their “Hometown Hero,” which is a program that honors deserving local people.

Woman visits hospital to thank staff after 52 day long stint with COVID-19.

Verizon recently announced that 10-digit dialing in multiple states, including Florida, will be required to complete local calls starting Oct. 24.

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.

Daytona Beach police are gearing up for the city’s 29th annual Biketoberfest.

According to the their website, USPS suggests shipping retail ground mail by Dec. 15, first class mail by Dec. 17, priority mail by Dec. 18 and priority mail express by Dec. 23 if you want your packages to arrive by Christmas.

Ocala Police asks for help in finding missing teen.

Orange County Public Schools add new protocols ahead school board meeting.

First Iron Man with Downs syndrome prepares for Boston Marathon, co-writes book with Dad.

The driver of a BMW who was going 128 mph before a double fatal crash on Dec. 31, 2017, in Winter Park has pleaded guilty to two counts of vehicular homicide, according to court documents.

A 19-year-old woman behind the wheel of a vehicle involved in a head-on crash that killed a 23-year-old woman was sentenced to 10 years in prison, according to the state attorney’s office.

Florida has more than 1 million alligators and several laws to protect the beasts.

Wild Florida’s drive-through safari is about to get bigger and better.

Orlando's Salty Donut goes big for National Donut Day

Build-A-Bear is coming to ICON Park.

Is your pet ready in the event of a weather emergency?

It's hard to feel comfortable leaving your home in any emergency situation, but planning for it can make it a bit easier.

Officials at Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition announced the Orlando attraction is expanding operations and will now be open daily.

Download or print this checklist to make sure you and your family are prepared for a major storm.

Universal Orlando announced Thursday that it’s set to raise the base pay rate for its team members to $15 an hour, beginning in June.

Days after completing a battery replacement mission outside the International Space Station, NASA astronauts Christina Koch and Jessica Meir will talk about being the first all-women spacewalking team. NASA will air a news conference Monday at noon on NASA TV and NASA.gov during which Koch and Meir will talk about their historic extra-vehicular activity or EVA. During the spacewalk, the astronauts took a call from President Donald Trump. "We don't want to take too much credit because there have been many others -- female spacewalkers -- before us," Meir told the president. While women have been spacewalking since 1984, it took two decades for women to catch up with men in the spacewalking arena.

ORLANDO, Fla. When a hurricane or other strong storm blows through Central Florida, it's not uncommon to see power outages. When your power is out, it can seem like time is crawling as you continue checking whether power has been restored. Stay informed regarding outages and billing with OUC Alerts. Orlando and Orange County residents can report outages by calling 407-423-9018. View outage maps for and find out how to report an outage to the following companies:Dont see your company?

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. Residents of Seminole County have several resources available to them while preparing for a storm, riding it out and dealing with the aftermath once it passes. If you live in Seminole County, emergency officials also recommend you stay up to date with the county's Alert Seminole reverse 911 voice system, which notifies residents of any hazards in their neighborhood through landline phones, cellphones and voice-over-internet phones. To receive Seminole County information, enter 012117 when programming your radio. Shelter informationDepending on the severity of the weather and when it's expected to impact your area, some Seminole County shelters will open to welcome residents who need to take shelter. Residents with special needs who may need further sheltering assistance should register with the Seminole County Emergency Management by calling 407-665-5102 or by filling out a special needs registration form.