Magic rout Hornets in play-in game, advance to face Pistons in 1st round of playoffs
Read full article: Magic rout Hornets in play-in game, advance to face Pistons in 1st round of playoffsPaolo Banchero scored 25 points and the Orlando Magic built a 35-point lead in the first half on the way to a rout of Charlotte Hornets in a play-in tournament game on Friday night and advanced to a first-round playoff matchup against the Detroit Pistons.
Jet fuel surge puts Spirit Airlineโs recovery at risk
Read full article: Jet fuel surge puts Spirit Airlineโs recovery at riskA sharp rise in jet fuel prices has threatened Spirit Airlinesโ bankruptcy recovery plan, raising concerns about potential liquidation and the future of low-cost air travel, especially at Orlando International Airport where Spirit holds a significant market share.
Blue Man Group returns to Orlando with new show, theater built just for them
Read full article: Blue Man Group returns to Orlando with new show, theater built just for themBlue Man Group is set to kick off live shows on May 1 at the brand-new Blue Man Theater at ICON Park, marking the groupโs return to the city after a years-long absence.
5 charged in $2M luxury car theft ring, Orange County Sheriffโs Office says
Read full article: 5 charged in $2M luxury car theft ring, Orange County Sheriffโs Office saysThey were caught on video testing door handles and getting inside unlocked cars โ sometimes while the owners were just steps away, deputies said.
Hottest weekend of 2026: Hereโs when relief from the heat arrives
Read full article: Hottest weekend of 2026: Hereโs when relief from the heat arrivesA summerlike warmup is taking over this weekend, with temperatures climbing close to 90 degrees in many spots before a cold front brings a cooldown early next week.
โSexual deviant:โ Orlando nightclub owner enters plea deal in child sex crimes case
Read full article: โSexual deviant:โ Orlando nightclub owner enters plea deal in child sex crimes caseThe once owner of a popular Central Florida nightclub has agreed to plead guilty in federal court to attempted coercion and enticement of a minor for sex.
Look up! Hereโs how to see a once-in-a-lifetime comet in Florida
Read full article: Look up! Hereโs how to see a once-in-a-lifetime comet in FloridaA cosmic visitor is racing through our inner solar system and for a short time, you can catch a glimpse. To see Comet (C/2025 R3), also known as Panstarrs after the discovering observatory, youโll likely need help from a pair of binoculars or a telescope.
Suspect accused of burglarizing apartments at condemned Orlando Rialto complex
Read full article: Suspect accused of burglarizing apartments at condemned Orlando Rialto complexIsrael Jacobowitz was arrested for allegedly burglarizing multiple apartments in the condemned Rialto building in Orlando, where more than 350 residents had been displaced due to structural concerns. Deputies say Jacobowitz entered the building without authorization, stole property, including bank cards and tools, and was caught on camera.
Subtle drought improvements after beneficial rain last week. Drought concerns remain
Read full article: Subtle drought improvements after beneficial rain last week. Drought concerns remainAfter much-needed rain last week, weโre starting to see some improvement in drought conditions across Central Florida.
๐Think you can win a game show? Now you can put your skills to the test
Read full article: ๐Think you can win a game show? Now you can put your skills to the testExperience Great Big Game Show Orlando on International Drive (I-Drive) โ a live, interactive 60-minute game show attraction where teams compete in fast-paced mini games, trivia, and challenges perfect for friends, families, and corporate team-building.
Doncic and Cunningham eligible for NBA awards after appeals of 65-game rule. But Edwards is not
Read full article: Doncic and Cunningham eligible for NBA awards after appeals of 65-game rule. But Edwards is notThe Los Angeles Lakersโ Luka Doncic and Detroitโs Cade Cunningham will be eligible for awards such as MVP and All-NBA this season despite falling short of the 65-game minimum.
Inside Ulta Beauty World: News 6 takes you behind the scenes
Read full article: Inside Ulta Beauty World: News 6 takes you behind the scenesGetting a ticket to Thursdayโs immersive beauty convention was no easy feat. Back in January, more than 3 million people entered an online queue for just 3,000 tickets.
REPORT: Floridaโs best city for rent is still among the worst in America
Read full article: REPORT: Floridaโs best city for rent is still among the worst in AmericaA new report has ranked metros across the nation on rent affordability. But despite being the best in the state, one Florida city still lags behind much of the country.
Orange County schools cut over 200 positions as enrollment declines
Read full article: Orange County schools cut over 200 positions as enrollment declinesMore than 200 positions are being eliminated at Orange County Public Schools as part of a districtwide effort to reduce spending amid declining enrollment and funding challenges.
SeaWorld Orlando expands Expedition Odyssey with new Arctic adventure
Read full article: SeaWorld Orlando expands Expedition Odyssey with new Arctic adventureExpedition Odyssey: Fire & Ice, an all-new, story-driven upgrade to its popular indoor flying theater ride, is set to debutย later this spring.
Waymo expands driverless ride-hailing to all Orlando riders
Read full article: Waymo expands driverless ride-hailing to all Orlando ridersThe rollout marks a significant milestone for Central Florida, where driverless vehicles are now operating on public roads covering 60 square miles, including downtown Orlando and the tourism district.
Fire at Orange County Convention Center contained hours before Ulta Beauty World 2026 kickoff
Read full article: Fire at Orange County Convention Center contained hours before Ulta Beauty World 2026 kickoffDespite the early morning incident, all other event operations at the convention center remain active.
Summerlike heat arrives as dangerous beach conditions persist.
Read full article: Summerlike heat arrives as dangerous beach conditions persist.A quiet and warming weather pattern continues across Central Florida, with dry conditions and rising temperatures through the end of the week. But while the weather on land looks great, conditions at the coast remain very dangerous.
Neighbors weigh in on 408 roadwork projects near Camping World Stadium
Read full article: Neighbors weigh in on 408 roadwork projects near Camping World StadiumThe Central Florida Expressway Authority is launching a major project to widen State Road 408 near Camping World Stadium, aiming to ease traffic congestion by adding an eastbound lane and reworking ramps around the Tampa Avenue interchange.
16-year-old accused of โgang-relatedโ Orlando shooting charged as an adult
Read full article: 16-year-old accused of โgang-relatedโ Orlando shooting charged as an adultCody Doggett faces a charge of attempted second-degree murder with a firearm in connection with the Feb. 15 shooting outside Sister Soul Food, according to court documents.
16-year-old accused of โgang-relatedโ Orlando shooting charged as an adult
Read full article: 16-year-old accused of โgang-relatedโ Orlando shooting charged as an adultCody Doggett faces a charge of attempted second-degree murder with a firearm in connection with the Feb. 15 shooting outside Sister Soul Food, according to court documents.
Asian surnames have been the fastest-growing in the US, according to Census Bureau report
Read full article: Asian surnames have been the fastest-growing in the US, according to Census Bureau reportThe most popular last names in the U.S. might be unchanged from the previous decade, but Asian surnames were the fastest-growing at the start of 2020s.
Woman carrying infant fatally struck on SR-46 in Seminole County, FHP says
Read full article: Woman carrying infant fatally struck on SR-46 in Seminole County, FHP saysAccording to FHP, the woman was walking westbound in the westbound travel lane, carrying a car seat with an infant, when a pickup truck also traveling westbound struck her from behind.
Betting on tomorrow: turning a prediction into a payday
Read full article: Betting on tomorrow: turning a prediction into a paydayHave you ever told your friend โIโll bet you $5 so and so wins a gameโ or โWho do you think is going to win an election?โ Thatโs the thought process behind prediction markets.
Warm-up builds throughout Central Florida. Here is when the 90s arrive.
Read full article: Warm-up builds throughout Central Florida. Here is when the 90s arrive.A warm and mostly dry stretch continues across Central Florida. Temperatures are expected to gradually climb before a weak front brings some changes early next week.
Tony Award-winning โKimberly Akimboโ making stop in Orlando
Read full article: Tony Award-winning โKimberly Akimboโ making stop in OrlandoKimberly Akimbo is a Tony Award-winning musical that follows Kim, a teenager with a rare genetic condition, as she adjusts to a new life in suburban New Jersey while navigating family dysfunction, her first crush, and legal troubles.
Jury recommends death penalty for convicted killer DeMorris Hunter in 2002 murder of Theresa Green
Read full article: Jury recommends death penalty for convicted killer DeMorris Hunter in 2002 murder of Theresa GreenA unanimous jury in Orange County recommended the death penalty Tuesday for DeMorris Hunter, the man convicted in the 2002 murder of an Orange County woman.
Former Florida bondsman accused of preying on women enters no contest plea
Read full article: Former Florida bondsman accused of preying on women enters no contest pleaMoncrief was arrested in October 2024 on allegations that he used his position as a bail bondsman to force women into having sex with him in exchange for bail money.
Penalty phase begins for man convicted in 2002 Orange County murder of neighbor
Read full article: Penalty phase begins for man convicted in 2002 Orange County murder of neighborThe penalty phase in the case against DeMorris Hunter, 59, is set to begin on Monday, with prosecutors and defense attorneys presenting arguments for and against a death sentence.
Central Florida is home to Americaโs No. 1 attraction โ and itโs not a theme park
Read full article: Central Florida is home to Americaโs No. 1 attraction โ and itโs not a theme parkEarlier this year, Tripadvisor released its list of the highest-rated attractions and experiences in the world.
Brush fire concerns rise among worst drought Florida has seen since 2001
Read full article: Brush fire concerns rise among worst drought Florida has seen since 2001Despite the rain weโve seen over the last week in Central Florida, the entire state remains in a drought. Itโs officially the worst one weโve seen since 2001, thatโs according to Rick Dolan with the Florida Forest Service.
Orlando parking lot sparks complaints over surprise $55 charge
Read full article: Orlando parking lot sparks complaints over surprise $55 chargeA Central Florida man received a $55 parking notice after his spouse briefly entered and exited a lot in Orlandoโs Mills 50 neighborhood, without parking there, while dropping off his mother at a restaurant.
Orlando teen charged as adult in e-bike hit-and-run death
Read full article: Orlando teen charged as adult in e-bike hit-and-run deathA 17-year-old is now facing adult charges, including second-degree murder, in the death of another teen on an e-bike near South Orange Blossom Trail after investigators say new video indicates it was no accident.
Drivers spend nearly $600 a year in traffic, report ranks Orlando among nationโs worst
Read full article: Drivers spend nearly $600 a year in traffic, report ranks Orlando among nationโs worstA new INRIX report shows Orlando traffic is worsening, with major I-4 congestion continuing even as FDOTโs multibillion-dollar overhaul targets completion in 2031.
Universal CityWalk gets nostalgic with new classic movie rides shop, plus Five Guys dethrones Burger King
Read full article: Universal CityWalk gets nostalgic with new classic movie rides shop, plus Five Guys dethrones Burger KingThe new Universal Legacy Store will replace the Epic Universe Preview Center as Universal continues a broader refresh of CityWalk.
COUNTY-BY COUNTY: How much rain officially fell this week?
Read full article: COUNTY-BY COUNTY: How much rain officially fell this week?A slow-moving, nearly stationary front combined with an area of low pressure brought days of soaking rain from April 6โ9 2026, likely putting a decent dent in the ongoing rainfall deficit. The highest impacts being felt along the coast.
Weather good to โgoโ for Artemis II splashdown off California coast
Read full article: Weather good to โgoโ for Artemis II splashdown off California coastAll eyes are on Friday evening as the crew of Artemis II returns home, splashing down off the coast of California. Just as important as the weather is for launch, conditions also need to cooperate for their trip back.
Could Cuba be next? Trump administrationโs regime change record raises questions
Read full article: Could Cuba be next? Trump administrationโs regime change record raises questionsSouth Florida attorney Lindsey Lazopoulos Friedman, who has represented individuals against Cuba and taken part in investigations into the Cuban government, says the moment feels different.
Drier days return, but breezy conditions keeping beaches dangerous
Read full article: Drier days return, but breezy conditions keeping beaches dangerousAfter a stretch of unsettled weather, things are finally starting to calm down as drier air filters in. While rain chances drop significantly, the strong onshore breeze will stay in place.
โOTP:โ Hereโs what Floridaโs most searched abbreviation actually means
Read full article: โOTP:โ Hereโs what Floridaโs most searched abbreviation actually meansThe recent report revealed a list of the most searched text abbreviations in Florida, though you may not have heard of No. 1.
Florida truck safety crackdown pulls 176 drivers out of service
Read full article: Florida truck safety crackdown pulls 176 drivers out of serviceThe multi-agency operation led to dozens of arrests and immigration-related detentions while spotlighting dangerous equipment and licensing issues on Florida highways.
โWe donโt wait for a crisis:โ Orlando VA holds community-wide training exercise
Read full article: โWe donโt wait for a crisis:โ Orlando VA holds community-wide training exerciseDozens of medical workers and first responders took part in a mass casualty training exercise at the Orlando VA Medical Center.
Colorado State University issues 2026 Atlantic hurricane season forecast. Hereโs the prediction
Read full article: Colorado State University issues 2026 Atlantic hurricane season forecast. Hereโs the predictionForecasters at Colorado State University released their prediction for the 2026 hurricane season.
Rain lingers before big warm-up in Central Florida. Hereโs when drier weather returns
Read full article: Rain lingers before big warm-up in Central Florida. Hereโs when drier weather returnsRounds of soaking rain and gusty winds remain in the forecast Thursday as a stubborn setup keeps bands of showers moving in off the Atlantic.
Is Publix overcharging at checkout? This Florida woman says yes
Read full article: Is Publix overcharging at checkout? This Florida woman says yesA lawsuit filed last year shows a Florida woman was overcharged on several sale items at Publix. But a recent court order dismissed the case in part over the "Publix Promise."
โKind of in limbo:โ Defense attorney seeks clarity on crosswalk chalk criminal cases
Read full article: โKind of in limbo:โ Defense attorney seeks clarity on crosswalk chalk criminal casesThe attorney for two people arrested for covering the crosswalk in chalk says his clients' cases are in "limbo."
Coastal rainfall adds up as flood threat continues this week
Read full article: Coastal rainfall adds up as flood threat continues this weekA soggy setup is locked in across Central Florida, keeping rounds of heavy tropical downpours around. That pattern has already led to impressive rainfall totals, especially along the coastline.
Florida Mall in Orlando evacuated after 2nd bomb threat in a week
Read full article: Florida Mall in Orlando evacuated after 2nd bomb threat in a weekThe Orange County Sheriffโs Office was forced to sweep the Florida Mall for a second time in the last week because of a bomb threat. The mall was evacuated and nothing was found. It's not the only mall in Florida that's dealt with bomb threats in the last few days.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: Orlando police officer skates for a cause
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: Orlando police officer skates for a causeAt the annual Guns Nโ Hoses charity hockey event, law enforcement officers and firefighters trade their uniforms for jerseys and hit the ice, all in the name of giving back.
โA window into the future of downtown:โ Orlando moves ahead with โfestival streetโ project
Read full article: โA window into the future of downtown:โ Orlando moves ahead with โfestival streetโ projectOrlando city commissioners are poised to approve the second phase of a project that will transform Church Street into a "festival street."