After University High School was forced to lock down over a shooting scare, deputies announced on Tuesday that they’ve caught the teen responsible.

Local elections for Apopka, Maitland and Oakland take place Tuesday, March 10, and early voting is already underway. Read about the candidates in the race for Oakland's Town Council Seat 4, from our News Collaborative partners at Vox Populi.

City officials said the design team plans to present materials on Thursday showing how the memorial design advances work recommended by the Pulse Memorial Advisory Committee.

A judge denied bond for a man who was shot by an Orange County deputy after allegedly stealing from a Walmart and declaring martial law. Investigators say that on Feb. 22, 48-year-old Jason Beal, wearing a mask, declared “martial law,” and left the store on East Colonial Drive with a cart full of merchandise.

In a message posted on social media, Premiere Cinema 14 thanked its customers and cited the mall’s next phase of future redevelopment.

A fire broke out early Tuesday at a Pine Hills home.

An Orlando man has been arrested over a tiny home delivery -- or lack thereof, according to police.

Surveillance video played for the first time in an Orange County courtroom Monday showed the moments leading up to the fatal shooting outside an Orlando nightclub late last month, as well as the incident itself.

University High School was placed on lockdown on Monday afternoon after a reported shooting turned out to be a "prank," according to the sheriff's office.

A 38-year-old man was arrested after he shot another man in the stomach Sunday afternoon during an argument at a busy basketball court in Shadow Bay Park, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.

A man was arrested after fatally shooting a 29-year-old man outside an after-hours club in Orange County, according to deputies.

Rollins College is launching something new to honor its most famous alumni: Mister Rogers.

Time is running out for Bahama Breeze in Florida.

The Orange County Board of Commissioners this week decided not to move forward with a government infrastructure surtax on the November ballot, but not before reviewing feedback from voters.

A verbal argument that began at a Family Dollar escalated to a bullet through someone’s windshields, according to Apopka police.

Surveillance video capturing a fatal shooting outside an Orlando nightclub last weekend will be shown in court, defense attorney Mark O’Mara told News 6.

A man riding a motorcycle on South Orange Avenue died after striking a curb and being thrown from the bike, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

It’s a new month, and Florida’s native grocery chain Publix has revealed which two cities will be getting its next locations.

Pavement starting to float from high groundwater is the costly problem facing leaders in Winter Garden.

A 65-year-old man was killed Saturday afternoon when his SUV left the road and struck multiple objects and vehicles, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A new connector along the Lake Apopka Loop Trail has officially opened in Orange County, linking Orange and Lake counties with a nearly three-quarter-mile stretch of newly-constructed multiuse path — at a cost of $10 million.

A motorcyclist died after crashing in Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The biggest Ebisu Life store in the world opened Friday in Orlando, bringing another Asian lifestyle company to an area where Asian lifestyle products, from beauty to blind box, are all the rage.

"Hell's Kitchen," a musical inspired by Alicia Keys' life and music, is coming to the Dr. Phillips Center in Orlando.

Kilimanjaro Safaris guides often rank among the most complimented because they spend about 20 minutes with each group and blend information with personality.

Concerned residents and business owners packed City Hall in Winter Garden on Thursday night, filling commission chambers to capacity as they voiced fears over how recent downtown property sales could reshape the community and force out small businesses.

With children and young adults increasingly involved in e-bike accidents, the Florida Senate has approved a bill aimed at regulating e-bike speeds and improving pedestrian safety.

The Orlando Pride makes an announcement at Lake Eola.

The cause of a a fire that damaged a Winter Garden restaurant is under investigation.

The city of Winter Garden wants to add artificial intelligence to its 911 call center.

Orange-Osceola State Attorney Monique Worrell announced a grand jury had indicted Ahmad Jihad Bojeh with three counts of first-degree murder.

New details are emerging in a deadly shooting that happened outside a popular Orlando nightclub early Sunday morning, as the suspect’s attorney suggests the case could involve self-defense.

Members of the Orlando Fire Department reunited this week with a man they helped save nearly 12 years ago after a life‑threatening electrocution in the College Park neighborhood.

Opening late summer 2026, guests can expect character encounters, studio-themed departments, and hands-on drawing sessions at a new Walt Disney World attraction.

An Orlando police officer accused of stalking his ex-girlfriend has been arrested, according to court documents.

An Orlando man is facing animal-cruelty charges after being accused of abandoning a dog in a home after an eviction, according to an arrest-warrant affidavit.

Several law enforcement agencies throughout Central Florida have set up exchange zones in their parking lots to offer safe places to conduct online sales transactions.

The Central Florida Fair, returning for its 114th year from February 26 to March 8, features a nostalgic Blockbuster experience alongside attractions like Robot Renegades, live music in the Beer Garden, RC race cars, the Zerbini Family Circus, and more. Established in 1910, the fair is the region's oldest and largest not-for-profit fair, offering rides, food, a petting zoo, and unique entertainment, with general admission tickets priced between $7 and $16.

An Apopka man is accused of running a Ponzi scheme that bilked at least $328 million from victim investors, according to federal prosecutors.

In an about-face, organizers for Gay Days announced the 2026 event will be taking place after all.

The legendary “Versailles” home is the subject of a new lawsuit that popped up in Orange County on Tuesday morning, according to court records obtained by News 6.

Michael Lincoln-McCreight aims to become the first person with autism spectrum disorder elected to the Florida House. But, as a first-time candidate and the sole Republican to date running for House District 41, his campaign has been overshadowed by a viral video that shows him yelling a racial slur that has raised questions about his candidacy.

What started as a social media trend is now leaving some Central Florida families shaken and on edge. On social media, the “Door Kick Challenge” — where teens run up to a home, kick the front door, and run away — has already led to charges against one Central Florida teen.

The masked shoplifting suspect shot by an Orange County deputy outside a local Walmart had a violent criminal history, Sheriff John Mina announced on Tuesday.

An Orlando man was arrested on Monday after a bizarre attack on a Chinese restaurant, according to investigators.

Twin brothers sue Universal Studios, alleging they were injured when a Harry Potter‑themed ride at Epic Universe malfunctioned.

Across The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at the resort, fans can find Butterbeer in all three themed areas.

Last week, seven more restaurants across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.

Police said on Monday that a 16-year-old was arrested for his part in a “gang-related” shooting that injured four juveniles in the Parramore neighborhood near downtown Orlando on Feb. 15.

The shooting of two suspected shoplifters by law enforcement at Walmart stores in Orange and Osceola counties this week is raising new questions about how the retail giant handles theft.

High Tide Harry’s is a beloved Orlando seafood restaurant near the airport, famous for its loaded seafood boils, charbroiled oysters with garlic butter and house-made soups. For more than 30 years, this family-owned local favorite on East Colonial Drive has offered generous portions, a whimsical coastal dining room and a true “where the locals eat” experience for Central Florida seafood lovers.

Thousands of travelers in Orlando are scrambling to make new plans after a powerful snowstorm brought air traffic to a standstill in much of the northeast United States.

A masked shoplifting suspect shot by an Orange County deputy near a Walmart had recently been arrested, according to the sheriff.

Homes are being evacuated in a Daytona Beach neighborhood because of a brush fire crews are battling. Our News 6 meteorologists say drought conditions are pretty bad right now and with the cold front, they are only going to get worse.

Police say at least one person was shot in an Orlando neighborhood.

Florida residents are no strangers to invasive reptiles. But this 6-foot-long African lizard poses an especially big threat.

Deputies shot a masked suspect along East Colonial Drive after the man ignored repeated commands during a confrontation linked to a reported shoplifting attempt at a nearby Walmart, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.

An 33-year-old man was shot and killed early Sunday after a dispute along North Orange Avenue, according to police.

It's been three years since T’Yonna “Ya-Ya” Major was shot and killed in 2023. Loved ones say the “Ya-Ya Peace Walk” is not only a tribute to her life, but a call for unity in the community.

Cold-weather shelters will be open in some areas as a response to our latest cold front, with some counties also sharing guidance of free methods to reach the shelters.

A woman in her 80s was shot and killed in Orange County on Saturday afternoon, according to a news release.

The Orlando Fire Department responded to a structure fire at Hughes Supply located in the 500 block of Ferguson Drive.

An Orange County deputy who was arrested in Apopka is accused of domestic violence, according to the sheriff’s office.

The Florida House voted Thursday to ask voters to eliminate all homestead property taxes. The uncertainty has local governments such as Winter Park contemplating a bleak future if the cuts become reality. Property taxes assessed on homesteaded property make up about $19 million — roughly half of the city’s annual property tax revenue — and more than 20% of total annual revenue,

News 6 has been named the official local news partner of Orlando City SC and the Orlando Pride, launching new weekly programming, match content and enhanced digital coverage for fans throughout Central Florida.

Orange County deputies are searching for a missing 81-year-old woman who was last seen at Palms Trailer Park off South Orange Blossom Trail.

As we near Artemis II, we remember legendary NASA astronaut John Young, who grew up in College Park, walked on the moon and knew the thrill of sneaking a corned-beef sandwich into space.

Chances are you’ve driven on Interstate 4 near downtown Orlando and wondered what the heck those 3-D folded panels are on the side of the parking garage that faces the interstate.

Concern and frustration are growing in downtown Winter Garden as residents sound the alarm about a wave of small business closures and building sales. In the past year, at least nine buildings in downtown Winter Garden have been sold to different buyers, raising questions about what’s next for the city’s historic core.

Orange County's Eccleston Elementary is one of seven schools the district is considering shutting down, citing declining enrollment and rising costs. But parents fear their students will now be forced to walk a longer and more dangerous route to their new school if that happens.

A crash along State Road 528 in Orange County has shut down all lanes along the highway, according to the FL511.

The new weeklong ticket is available for a limited time at a special rate, allowing visitors to enjoy a full week for the price of a five-day ticket.

After discovering an unmet need, five downtown Orlando churches joined forces to assist U.S. citizens without identification, creating the nonprofit organization IDignity. They are one step closer to opening their first building, which will allow them to assist more people.

Orlando police are trying to identify the suspects in a recent home-invasion robbery.

A Lake County woman finds a puppy online. Just days after she picked up the dog, the puppy died. A News 6 investigation uncovered the documents, including a veterinary certificate Messina received, may be fraudulent.

A new report this week has revealed the fastest-growing boomtowns in the U.S. And it turns out the top-ranked spot is right here in Central Florida.

Dozens of dead fish and a strong odor raised concerns Wednesday evening at Newton Park along Lake Apopka, prompting questions from park visitors and a News 6 viewer who asked the station to investigate.

Earlier this month, construction fencing went up around the site as crews prepared for demolition.

Four teens were injured in a shooting at a Parramore restaurant Sunday afternoon, with one bullet narrowly missing an employee after passing through her hair bun.

An investigation is ongoing five months after a person wearing an apparent wetsuit robbed the Paddlefish restaurant at Disney Springs.

Orange-Osceola State Attorney Monique Worrell will hold a news conference from her office in downtown Orlando.

A soul food restaurant in Orlando’s Parramore neighborhood is reopening several days after a shooting there that police said injured four juveniles.

Orange County firefighters battle a blaze at a home in Pine Hills.

An Orlando law professor is now behind bars after being accused of possessing child pornography, according to records obtained by News 6.

Amid a legal dispute between two Apopka candidates for mayor, a circuit judge in Orange County has set a trial date for July 2027 — more than a year after next month’s municipal elections.

In the past year, at least nine commercial buildings in Downtown Winter Garden have sold for millions of dollars. The building at 2 W Plant Street sold on Dec. 31 for $2.2 million. That building was home to Three Birds Cafe — was, because now the owner is being forced to close.

A proposal to bring 2,500 new apartments to Orlando’s Rosemont area is moving forward after the Orlando Municipal Planning Board unanimously approved phase two of the RoseArts District project.

According to a news release, the Orlando location will span approximately 33,000 square feet across three stories, offering guests a dynamic experience influenced by Combs’ music and passions.

A man is celebrating a return to his newly renovated home after an Orange County program repaired extensive damage from Hurricane Ian.

A well-dressed Storm’s a-brewin’ in Orlando on Monday as Central Florida’s UFL team unveiled the franchise’s inaugural uniform set ahead of the 2026 season.

A fatal shooting is under investigation in Winter Park.

Residents in Apopka are still shaken after a shooting sent bullets through homes and vehicles in what they say is a fairly quiet neighborhood, leading to the arrest of a young person.

Orange County Fire Rescue crews had to put out a fire involving two vehicles at an apartment complex near UCF on Monday afternoon.

The return of the Voices of Liberty Echo Sets comes as the Walt Disney Company looks ahead to America’s 250th anniversary.

When David Ramos, 46, answered the door, he told Orange County deputies was hosting a party for his high school-aged son, according to the arrest affidavit.

A woman narrowly escaped injury when a bullet tore through her hair bun during a shooting that left four juveniles injured in a shooting Sunday afternoon near downtown Orlando, police said.

Police say a juvenile was arrested after shots were fired in an Apopka subdivision.

Shortly after Gov. Ron DeSantis created Florida’s new Department of Government Efficiency last year to promote “efficient, effective, transparent and responsive government”, DOGE auditors crisscrossed the state demanding that cities and counties turn over their spending records.

A beloved local pilot and his wife tragically lost their lives in a crash in Texas this week. The couple owned an aviation company based in Orlando.

A reward of up to $5,000 is available for information in the disappearance of Robertyne Sulfranc, who was last seen in Orlando on Nov. 23, 2025, police say.