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ORLANDO, Fla. — Attorneys for convicted killer Markeith Loyd have filed a new motion as they fight his death sentence. Watch: Markeith Loyd sentenced to death in killing of Orlando police Lt Debra ClaytonLast year, a jury found Loyd guilty in the 2017 murder of Orlando Police Lt. Debra Clayton. At the time of Clayton’s murder, Loyd was on the run for the murder of his pregnant ex-girlfriend. TIMELINE: Jury finds Markeith Loyd guilty of murdering Orlando police Lt. Debra ClaytonLoyd’s legal team is disputing the decision to exclude felons from his jury. Watch: ‘A heinous crime’: 16-year-old boy accused of stabbing grandmother to death in RockledgeThey’re seeking a new trial.

ORLANDO, Fla. — The long appeals process for convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd will continue this week. Watch: Markeith Loyd sentenced to death in killing of Orlando police Lt Debra ClaytonAn Orange County judge ordered a virtual hearing for Tuesday afternoon. Loyd was sentenced to death for killing Orlando Police Lt. Debra Clayton, while he was on the run for killing his pregnant ex-girlfriend, Sade Dixon. TIMELINE: Jury finds Markeith Loyd guilty of murdering Orlando police Lt. Debra ClaytonThe judge will consider a motion that some prospective jurors were excluded because they heard about the case. Read: Convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd involved in jailhouse altercationChannel 9 will monitor the court hearing and provide updates on Eyewitness News.

Convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd filed to appeal his death sentence last Saturday for the murder of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton in 2017.

The motion claims jurors were excluded who shouldn’t have been and that more information regarding his beating and missing eye should have been heard. Nearly two weeks ago, a jury recommended Loyd be sentenced to death for the murder of Orlando police Lieutenant Debra Clayton. A judge ruled against that and sentenced Loyd to death for the murder of Clayton. Loyd claims jurors should not have been excluded because they knew what happened to Loyd during his apprehension. The motion claims the jury should have been able to hear and see those things.

New details reveal what led up to a fight involving Markeith Loyd in the Orange County jail with corrections officers.

If you like warmth, this will be the best weekend of 2022 thus far. Highs under mostly sunny skies Saturday top out in the mid 80s once again.

One day after Markeith Loyd was sentenced to death, the lead prosecutor on the case announced he is stepping down as a prosecutor and headed into private practice.

A judge handed down a death sentence on Thursday for the murder of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 41 Markeith Loyd (wftv.com)It was an emotional day for everyone inside of the courtroom. There was tension building with members of Clayton’s family and law enforcement as they were waiting for the judge’s decision. Both Clayton’s family and Loyd’s family sat in silence as the death sentence was imposed. READ: Convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd involved in jailhouse altercationAfter court, an always matter of fact prosecutor was choked up.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Orange County officials had some good news on the status of new cases of COVID-19, but it didn’t come from a health department spokesperson. Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings painted a positive picture on how the county is doing. READ: Markeith Loyd sentenced to death in killing of Orlando police Lt Debra ClaytonHe said the 14-day positivity rate is 6.4%, and it’s a good indicator that infection is under control. A representative from the Florida Department of Health decided not to participate in Thursday’s meeting. Channel 9 asked why and if it had anything to do with the county health director, Dr. Raul Pino, being placed on administrative leave.

Convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd gave a letter to Orange County Sheriff John Mina claiming he “never wanted to kill” Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton.

A judge on Thursday sentenced a Florida man to death for fatally shooting an Orlando police officer while he was on the run for killing his pregnant ex-girlfriend. Jurors in November found Markeith Loyd, 46, guilty in the January 2017 death of Lt. Debra Clayton, and unanimously recommended a death sentence during a hearing in December. Circuit Judge Leticia Marques announced her decision during a brief hearing Thursday morning.

Convicted killer Markeith Loyd has been sentenced to death and the family of Lt. Debra Clayton and Orlando leaders are sharing their approval of the judge's ruling.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. —Update: March 3, 9:35 a.m.A judge has sentenced convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd to death for the 2017 murder of Orlando Police Lieutenant Debra Clayton. Officers leave the courthouse where markeith loyd was just sentenced to death for killing lt Deborah Clayton. READ: Convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd involved in jailhouse altercationVery pleased that Judge Marques sentenced cop killer Loyd to death. Rest in peace Lt. Debra Clayton. He has caused so much suffering to the families of Lt. Debra Clayton, Sade Dixon, and DFC Norm Lewis.

The Florida Division of Elections website shows Ayala filed to run for the position Wednesday.

PALM BAY, Fla. — Palm Bay detectives are investigating a suspected murder-suicide. Officers said when they arrived, they found the man and woman with apparent gunshot wounds. The woman died at the scene and the man was taken to a hospital, where he later died. READ: Convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd involved in jailhouse altercationThe couple had been together for about 11 years and lived in Palm Bay, officers said. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

Convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd was sentenced to death by a judge for the murder of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton in 2017.

ORLANDO, Fla. — When the pandemic hit many people who lost jobs turned to federally funded agencies to help make rent payments. Alisha Hamilton, a mother of three, lost her job as a home health provider when the pandemic hit. In order to make rent she applied to the federally funded program, OUR Florida, to help make those monthly payments. Alisha said she was approved for assistance from “OUR Florida” months ago, but claims the federally funded agency hasn’t been paying. Read: Convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd involved in jailhouse altercation“It’s been a nightmare for me having to worry about my rent, worry about where my kids are going to sleep.

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. — As Sunrail continues to grow in Central Florida several counties are looking at the possibility of another agency taking over control from the Florida Department of Transportation. Currently, Sunrail runs some 61 miles between Volusia and Osceola Counties with stops in Seminole and Orange along the way. That means millions of dollars in funding will have to come from those areas and that is why Zembower thinks a dedicated agency is what is needed. READ: Family of wedding guest shot, killed by Winter Park police hires attorney“I think we’ve got to find a funding source that’s dedicated. Funding for Sunrail service comes from FDOT but that is set to change when the four counties currently served by the trains take over in 2024.

APOPKA, Fla. — The mother of an 11-year-old Apopka boy is demanding police officers become better trained to handle situations with children. Officers briefly put her son in handcuffs and made him sit in the back of a squad car last week. Apopka Police Department said they responded to a robbery call, and police identified 11-year-old Jamir Bradford as the person who punched one person and stole the bike of another. After taking a closer look at the bike, officers let the boy go. “I’m prepared to fight for justice for my son.”Under Florida law, it’s illegal for police to arrest anyone under 6 years old.

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Volusia County business owners are hopeful that this year’s Bike Week will be one of the biggest yet after years of dampened festivities due to the pandemic. “Our rentals are through the roof.”Kastrul said with COVID-19 restrictions loosening up across the country, more people are going to want to get out and come down and make this one of the biggest bike weeks yet. READ: Bike Week 2022 coming to Daytona Beach: 9 things you need to know“Typically the year after a big 80th anniversary, the 81st would be a small one, but we are gangbusters this year,” he said. “We are really doing well.”Hotels and motel owners said they also are doing well, with most saying they are already booked for the event. Bike Week kicks off on Friday, March 4, and continues through Sunday, March 13.

MLB made its last offer about 90 minutes before a self-imposed 5 p.m. deadline Tuesday. The union convened a call of its player representatives after receiving MLB’s offer. Players have repeatedly cautioned that significant differences remained in key economic areas, and MLB’s proposal did not close that gap in their eyes. Players asked for $238 million this year, $244 million in 2023, $250 million in 2024, $256 million in 2025 and $263 in 2026. — MLB would expand the postseason to 12 teams, the figure the union prefers to management’s original request for 14.

SANFORD, Fla. — A former foster father is facing new federal charges after investigators say a child living in his home found a hidden camera in her bedroom. “This happened to these kids who were put in a position where they should have been protected,” Sanford major crimes investigator David Thomas said. Police now have the gut-wrenching task of going through tens of thousands of videos and pictures to try to identify victims. The ages of the children in his care ranged from a 2-week-old infant to teenagers, according to court records. “For somebody to be able to exploit them or take advantage of them, emotionally, physically, it’s very troubling,” Thomas said.

Orange-Osceola State Attorney's Office The Orange-Osceola State Attorney's Office is creating a new unit to handle sex crime cases and allegations of domestic violence. (WFTV.com News Staff)ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — The Orange-Osceola State Attorney’s Office is creating a new unit to handle sex crime cases and allegations of domestic violence. Officials said combining the two divisions streamlines the process and allows the Ninth Judicial Circuit to be more efficient. Mulfort said between COVID-19, inflation and rent hikes, it’s hard for assistant state attorneys to afford to raise families on the salaries offered, which start at $50,000. READ: Convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd involved in jailhouse altercationRight now, officials said there are 144 assistant state attorneys to handle thousands of cases each year.

Just days before Markeith Loyd is set to learn his sentence from a judge in the murder of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton, Orange County jail officials say he was involved in an incident with corrections officers.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — The Orange County Corrections Department is investigating an incident involving Markeith Loyd and Orange County correction officers. According to the Orange County Corrections Department, the convicted cop killer was involved in an incident with corrections officers on Friday, Feb. 25. An Orange County judge found Loyd competent on Thursday to proceed with sentencing. Read: Markeith Loyd found competent to face sentencing for murder of Orlando officer Lt. Debra ClaytonLoyd was found guilty of murdering Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton in November. WATCH: ‘She got justice today’: Jury recommends death for Markeith Loyd for murder of Lt. Debra ClaytonA jury has recommended the death sentence.

ORLANDO, Fla. — An Orange County judge found convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd competent on Thursday to proceed with sentencing. WATCH: Defense argues Markeith Loyd incompetent to be sentenced for Lt. Debra Clayton’s murderEarlier this week, a doctor hired by the defense said Loyd understands facts but is not rational. Loyd was found guilty of murdering Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton in November. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 41 Markeith Loyd (wftv.com)The judge ruled Loyd can be sentenced next Thursday, March 3. TIMELINE: Jury finds Markeith Loyd guilty of murdering Orlando police Lt. Debra ClaytonA jury has recommended death.

A jury unanimously recommended the death sentence for Loyd following his conviction for Clayton’s murder in 2017.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A judge will now make the decision as to whether Markeith Loyd is competent to be sentenced for murdering Orlando Police Lieutenant Debra Clayton. Last year, a jury recommended the death penalty for Loyd after convicting him of killing Clayton in 2017. On Monday, Loyd was back in court as his attorney tried to prove Loyd is not competent for sentencing. The defense argued that Loyd is mentally ill and is not competent enough to go through the sentencing phase. PHOTOS: Jury recommends death sentence for Markeith LoydIt will now be up to the judge to decide if he will be sentenced next month or if sentencing will be put on hold while Loyd receives help.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Two-time convicted murderer Markeith Loyd is back in court on Monday in order to determine how the judge will move forward with sentencing. Last year, a jury recommended the death penalty for Loyd after convicting him of killing Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton in 2017. READ: ‘She got justice today’: Jury recommends death for Markeith Loyd for murder of Lt. Debra ClaytonOn Monday afternoon, Loyd’s attorney’s will try to prove Loyd is not competent for sentencing. PHOTOS: Jury recommends death sentence for Markeith LoydClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live. ©2022 Cox Media Group

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Two-time convicted murderer Markeith Loyd will be back in court one last time before a judge decides his final fate. Last year, a jury recommended the death penalty for Loyd after convicting him of killing Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton in 2017. On Monday afternoon, Loyd’s attorney’s will try to prove Loyd is not competent for sentencing. READ: ‘She got justice today’: Jury recommends death for Markeith Loyd for murder of Lt. Debra ClaytonThe defense is arguing that Loyd is mentally ill and is not competent enough to go through the sentencing phase. PHOTOS: Jury recommends death sentence for Markeith LoydLoyd’s sentencing hearing is scheduled for March 3.

A competency hearing for Markeith Loyd was held ahead of his final sentence in the murder of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton.

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A wild crocodile in Indonesia who was trapped in a tyre for more than five years has been rescued, freed from its rubber vice and released back into the wild.

Fallen Orlando police Officer Kevin Valencia received a new honor Tuesday.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd and his attorneys are preparing for another court appearance Monday. Loyd faces the death penalty in the murder of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton more than five years ago. WATCH: ‘She got justice today’: Jury recommends death for Markeith Loyd for murder of Lt. Debra ClaytonA judge is set to make her decision on the death penalty in about three weeks. WATCH: Sentencing for convicted cop-killer Markeith Loyd delayed over use of force issuesWhile in court, Loyd claimed he hears voices from both God and the devil and feared police his entire life. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 41 Markeith Loyd (wftv.com)The state worked to discredit new testimony from a medical expert who diagnosed him with delusional disorder.

As a Spencer hearing for Markeith Loyd resumed Monday morning, he left the courtroom abruptly while struggling with deputies.

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — About 135 students were evacuated after an electronic dryer caught fire at Bethune-Cookman University, officials said. It happened Friday around 8:05 p.m. on the third floor of Thompson Hall. No one was injured and about 135 students were evacuated from the building, university officials said. READ: Orlando to pay for damages to neighbor’s car sustained during officer-involved shootingStudents are being relocated to other housing areas on campus. Officials will determine Saturday when students can return to the building, the university said.

Markeith Loyd Convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd testified in court on Friday before a judge rules on his sentencing. (WFTV.com News Staff)ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd testified in court on Friday before a judge rules on his sentencing. Loyd was found guilty last year in the 2017 murder of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton. READ: Markeith Loyd’s defense attorney asking for sentencing delay, $20K for additional expertThe judge ultimately denied the motion to continue. READ: Orlando remembers the life of police Lt. Debra Clayton 5 years after her passingLoyd’s sister also took the witness stand.

The judge presiding over Markeith Loyd’s case will announce the decision in March whether he will face the death penalty or be given life for the murder of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton.

Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton was shot and killed on Jan. 9, 2017 by Markeith Loyd. READ: Who was Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton? A jury recently found Loyd guilty of killing Clayton. WATCH: ‘Like a sister’: Sheriff, commissioner remember OPD Lt. Debra ClaytonHer sacrifice may have saved the lives of others in the community. WATCH: “Love one another”: Lt. Debra Clayton’s widower reflects on wife’s passion for law enforcementThe Orlando Police Department said they will never forget Clayton as they honored her memory on Sunday.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A judge ruled that Markeith Loyd, who was convicted of killing Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton in November, will be sentenced next week as planned. The judge said the defense has had plenty of time to prepare for sentencing. Loyd now faces the death penalty for her death. The defense is introducing a new doctor that has diagnosed Loyd with a delusional disorder. The judge agreed with the prosecution, saying the case will go on as planned next week even with the doctor’s added diagnoses.

A motion filed by defense attorneys for Markeith Loyd asking to delay a hearing for the convicted killer in order to allow a mental health expert to further speak on the case has been denied.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Markeith Loyd’s defense attorney wants to delay his sentencing to have another mental health expert evaluate him. Loyd was convicted of killing Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton and the jury said he should be sentenced to death. The agency that’s paying for Loyd’s defense is not quite on board with having to use taxpayer money to foot the $20,000 bill for yet another expert in this case. READ: Who was Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton? READ: Who is Markeith Loyd?

A jury of Markeith Loyd’s peers has spoken and recommended the death penalty for the murder of Orlando Police Lt. Debra Clayton, a UCF graduate. Whether or not Loyd will actually be sentenced to death is in the hands of the sentencing judge. Ayala, who fervently opposes the death penalty, expressed that she would seek death in this case or any other that qualified for capital punishment. This argument certainly became more prevalent during the COVID-19 pandemic as current Governor Ron Desantis restricted the ability of local leaders to enact regulatory measures. Again, many of the local leaders argued that they know what’s best for their community — more so than those who don’t reside there.

A jury recommended the death penalty for Markeith Loyd on Wednesday. Loyd was found guilty of murder last month. Loyd shot and killed Orlando Police...

A dog-friendly beach is coming to Brevard County after the Town Council of Indialantic passed an ordinance Wednesday night.

A dog-friendly beach is coming to Brevard County after the Town Council of Indialantic passed an ordinance Wednesday night.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is already looking ahead to the new year with a jam packed entertainment lineup.

Markeith Loyd on Wednesday became the latest person to be handed a death penalty recommendation by a jury in Florida, stemming from his guilty verdict in the 2017 murder of Orlando police Lieutenant Debra Clayton.

Three people were injured in a head-on crash in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Forever bridging the gap, Lieutenant Debra Clayton proudly served the @citybeautiful with Courage, Pride, & Commitment. STATEMENT From @OrlandoPDChief on the Death Penalty Sentence Reached in the Trial of Lieutenant Debra Clayton's Killer. But today, there is some relief in knowing that we can move forward and never have to hear the name Markeith Loyd again.”READ: Who is Markeith Loyd? Death penalty for Cop Killer Markeith Loyd! Photos: Markeith Loyd through the years#MarkeithLoyd sentenced to death for the murder of @OrlandoPolice Lieutenant Debra Clayton, who was brutally murdered on Jan. 9, 2017.

A jury recommends the death penalty for Markeith Loyd in the murder of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton.

ORLANDO, Fla. — The jury in Markeith Loyd’s sentencing trial will be back early Wednesday to try to decide if the convicted police officer killer should be sentenced to death. Loyd has already been sentenced to life in prison for killing his ex- girlfriend Sade Dixon and her unborn child. Photos: Markeith Loyd through the yearsIf they recommend the death penalty, all 12 jurors must agree. The jury will be back in court at 8:30 a.m.Channel 9 will livestream the reading of the verdict. READ: Who is Markeith Loyd?

Closing arguments were presented Tuesday in the penalty phase of the Markeith Loyd murder trial and now his life is in the hands of the jury.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Closing arguments are expected to begin in the sentencing phase of Markeith Loyd’s second murder trial. Photos: Markeith Loyd through the yearsThe defense rested Monday after some confusion over whether or not Loyd would testify. READ: TIMELINE: Testimony concludes in penalty phase of Markeith Loyd trialProescutors called five rebuttal witnesses, including one of the officers involved in Loyd’s takedown. READ: Who is Markeith Loyd? WATCH: ‘Like a sister’: Sheriff, commissioner remember OPD Lt. Debra ClaytonChannel 9 will continue to monitor the penalty phase of the trial.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Editor’s note: This story is available as a result of a content partnership between WFTV and the Orlando Business Journal. Bank of America in the new year will close a pair of Orlando area branches. Both branches had been closed temporarily since the second-quarter of 2020 due to the pandemic and had not reopened since, spokesman Matthew Daily told the Orlando Business Journal. Read: Better.com CEO lays off 900 via Zoom call; says they will be getting an email from HR“We’re constantly looking at trends, foot traffic at branches, the increase in digital and mobile banking, as well as proximity to other branches,” Daily said. Click here to read Ryan Lynch’s story on the Orlando Business Journal’s website.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Editor’s note: This story is available as a result of a content partnership between WFTV and the Orlando Business Journal. A 10-building office park in southwest Orlando has notched a record sales price for Central Florida’s office market. The sale hasn’t yet hit public records, however, it works out to about $252 per square foot. Cushman & Wakefield PLC’s Mike Davis, Rick Colon, Rick Brugge and Dominic Montazemi, with support from Zach Eicholtz, Brooke Tulley and Ryan Jenkins represented the seller in the deal, the release said. Click here to read Anjali Fluker’s story on the Orlando Business Journal’s website.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Security company Allied Universal said it seeks to hire more than 300 security guards in Orlando, Melbourne and Maitland. See a map below:That event will aim to fill 200 openings. The company said it will also hold an event to hire 50 airport security personnel from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 15 at the company’s regional offices in Orlando. A third hiring event will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 15 at the company’s regional offices in Melbourne. See a map below:That event seeks to fill 50 security openings.

ORLANDO, Fla. — A jury will return to an Orange County courtroom Monday morning for the trial of convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd. Loyd was found guilty last month for the murder of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton. WATCH: TIMELINE: Testimony concludes in day 5 of penalty phase of Markeith Loyd trialThe jury will continue to hear arguments in the sentencing phase. WATCH: TIMELINE: Jury finds Markeith Loyd guilty of murdering Orlando police Lt. Debra ClaytonLoyd’s defense has been fighting to keep him off death row. WATCH: ‘Like a sister’: Sheriff, commissioner remember OPD Lt. Debra ClaytonChannel 9 will be in the courtroom Monday and will have continuing coverage on Eyewitness News.

Attorneys in the penalty phase of Markeith Loyd’s second murder trial said the decision on whether or not Loyd will be sentenced to death could be in the jury’s hands as early as Tuesday.

The penalty phase of Markeith Loyd’s second murder trial resumed Friday as the judge and jury work to determine a punishment for Loyd following his guilty verdict in the 2017 killing of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton.

The defense still has more witnesses to question as attorneys try to convince jurors not to sentence Loyd to death. On Thursday, a doctor who evaluated Loyd testified that Loyd has PTSD because of trauma during his childhood. Photos: Markeith Loyd through the yearsExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 31 Markeith Loyd (wftv.com)“He has a history of negative interactions with police over the course of his life,” the doctor said. “He told me he believed the police were trying to kill him.”READ: TIMELINE: Testimony continues in penalty phase of Markeith Loyd trialThe defense will question more witnesses on Friday morning when court starts at 9 a.m.Channel 9 will livestream the penalty phase on its website. READ: Who is Markeith Loyd?

The penalty phase of Markeith Loyd’s murder trial for the 2017 killing of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton continues.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Testimony is set to pick up again Thursday in the sentencing phase of Markeith Loyd’s second murder trial. Loyd is already serving a life sentence for the murder of his pregnant ex-girlfriend Sade Dixon. READ: TIMELINE: Testimony in penalty phase of Markeith Loyd trial continues for 3rd dayDefense attorneys spent much of Wednesday questioning Loyd’s sisters about his childhood and how he was willing to break the law to provide for his family as a child. Channel 9 will livestream the penalty phase on its website. Photos: Markeith Loyd through the yearsExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 23 Markeith Loyd (wftv.com)Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

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The penalty phase of Markeith Loyd’s second murder trial continued Wednesday, following how prosecutors rested their case Tuesday and Loyd’s defense team moved for judgment of acquittal.

ORLANDO, Fla. — The sentencing trial for convicted police killer Markeith Loyd will continue Wednesday. The prosecution rested its case on Tuesday, and now the defense is expected to call 20 witnesses to convince the jury to keep Loyd off death row. We’ve already heard from one of the witnesses, one of Loyd’s childhood friends. PHOTOS: Markeith Loyd through the yearsThe prosecution still has more witnesses. READ: Who is Markeith Loyd?

The penalty phase continues in the second Markeith Loyd murder trial.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Tuesday marks day two in the penalty phase of the Markeith Loyd trial. PHOTOS: Markeith Loyd through the yearsExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 23 Markeith Loyd (wftv.com)On Monday, Orlando‘s District 5 Commissioner Regina Hill told the jury what Clayton meant to her. READ: Sentencing for convicted cop-killer Markeith Loyd delayed over use of force issuesThey want to show jurors that Loyd has a history of violence. The sentencing phase will resume at 9 a.m. Channel 9 will livestream it on its website. READ: Who is Markeith Loyd?

Markeith Loyd, the twice-convicted killer of both his ex-girlfriend Sade Dixon and Orlando Police Lt. Debra Clayton, is facing the death penalty as sentencing gets...

Judge in Markeith Loyd’s second murder trial will stay on for penalty phaseORLANDO, Fla. — Convicted police-officer killer Markeith Loyd will return to the courtroom for the start of his sentencing trial on Monday morning. Prosecutors and defense attorneys are expected to focus on the night Loyd was captured. When the penalty phase of Loyd’s murder trial begins, we’re expecting to see more helicopter footage. READ: Markeith Loyd sentencing for murder of Orlando officer begins MondayLoyd received life in prison for the murder of Dixon, who was pregnant with his child at the time. Channel 9 will livestream the sentencing trial on its website.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — The sentencing hearing for convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd is set to begin Monday in Orange County. Loyd was found guilty of the killing of Orlando Officer Debra Clayton. Read: First officer to come into contact with Markeith Loyd night of arrest to take stand for prosecutorsLoyd’s attorneys have argued that he was insane when he shot Clayton. Loyd was previously convicted of first-degree murder for killing his ex-girlfriend Sade Dixon and her unborn child. On Nov. 6, a judge pushed back sentencing for Loyd.

The jury for Markeith Loyd's murder trial will return to the courtroom to begin the process of deciding his fate.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Helicopter video will be shown during the penalty phase in the Markeith Loyd trial that shows Loyd during his capture crawling out of the house, surrendering. The defense will tell jurors that during his arrest he was kicked in the face and hit with a rifle. It was that kicking they say caused Loyd to lose his left eye and that his attorney says left him with emotional scars. TIMELINE: Jury finds Markeith Loyd guilty of murdering Orlando police Lt. Debra ClaytonOne of the very first officers to come into contact with Loyd that night is expected to take the stand for prosecutors. READ: Sentencing for convicted cop-killer Markeith Loyd delayed over use of force issuesThe state attorney’s investigation said the officer did kick Loyd in the left side of the face, but the use of force was justified because police that Loyd was armed.

ORLANDO, Fla. — The judge in Markeith Loyd’s second murder trial will stay on for the penalty phase. Loyd was found guilty of first-degree murder on Nov. 4 in the shooting death of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton. Prosecutors wanted a new judge, and said Marques let the jury see video of Loyd’s capture during his sentence. WATCH: Sentencing for convicted cop-killer Markeith Loyd delayed over use of force issuesDuring the trial though, Marques said Loyd could not talk about how his eye was hurt by law enforcement when he was captured. WATCH: Judge pushes back penalty phase in Markeith Loyd’s murder trial to December; here’s whyNew court documents show the motion to remove the judge was denied.

Attorneys in the Markeith Loyd trial were in court Friday discussing how the use of force in Loyd’s arrest will play into the penalty phase of his murder trial, which begins Nov. 29.

A motion to remove the judge presiding over Markeith Loyd's case has been denied.

Prosecutors in Markeith Loyd’s trial filed a motion Wednesday to disqualify the judge presiding over the case.

A judge outlined what evidence could be presented to the jury in the upcoming penalty phase of Markeith Loyd’s trial, allowing the defense to show a 2-minute video of his violent arrest that resulted in the loss of his left eye.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Convicted cop killer Markeith Loyd is returning to the Orange County courthouse on Tuesday. Loyd was found guilty last week of murdering Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton. On Monday, Loyd and his legal team are scheduled to talk about some PowerPoint slides that were supposed to be included in a doctor’s testimony. His sentencing has been delayed until next month. READ: Sentencing for convicted cop-killer Markeith Loyd delayed over use of force issuesClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.

Attorneys in the Markeith Loyd trial are due back in court.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — On Saturday, a judge pushed back sentencing for convicted cop-killer Markeith Loyd. Read: Judge pushes back penalty phase in Markeith Loyd’s murder trial to December; here’s whyMarques told jurors that neither side did anything to cause the delay. Judge Marques told jurors that they are to have no contact with anyone from the case, including each other. She also told jurors not to read anything about the case and to stay away from watching local news coverage of the case. WATCH: TIMELINE: Markeith Loyd testifies in murder trial on SaturdayStay with Channel 9 for the latest on this trial.

A judge ruled Friday to delay the penalty phase of Markeith Loyd's trial following his conviction Wednesday for the murder of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton,

Just hours after the a jury found Markeith Loyd guilty of first degree murder, officers who worked alongside Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton came together for a cause she was passionate about.

A 28-year-old man was shot in Orange County Wednesday night, deputies said.

A person died in a Sumter County crash involving a tractor trailer Wednesday afternoon, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Two 17-year-olds died in a head-on Osceola County crash Wednesday evening, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

The record number of manatee deaths has started impacting businesses that rely on manatee sightings.

Convicted killer Markeith Loyd was hit with another guilty verdict Wednesday, this time for the death of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton in 2017.

A jury has found Markeith Loyd guilty on five charges, including first-degree murder, in the shooting death of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton in 2017.

The jury is now deliberating in the murder trial of Markeith Loyd as closing arguments came to an end Tuesday and requested to rehear several testimonies Wednesday morning.

Testimony resumed in the murder trial for accused cop killer Markeith Loyd. The jury will be handed the case Tuesday.

Markeith Loyd, the man accused of shooting and killing Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton in 2017, testified Saturday morning, explaining the events leading up to the shooting of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton.

The defense begins its case in the Markeith Loyd murder trial.

The state rested its case Thursday in the Markeith Loyd murder trial.

Markeith Loyd stands trial for murder in the death of Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton.

Testimony began in convicted killer Markeith Loyd’s second murder trial Tuesday morning.

Markeith Loyd’s second murder trial entered the next phase on Monday.