Dozens poured into the Winter Park Community Center to celebrate Kwanzaa. It’s where organizers and eventgoers say the seven-day celebration is all about honoring African heritage and coming together as a community.
Travelers returning home after Christmas packed Orlando International Airport on Thursday, with many facing flight delays and cancellations amid record holiday travel.
A 13-year-old girl was fatally shot in Orange County on Thursday afternoon, leading to the arrest of a teen suspect, according to the sheriff’s office.
A 17-year-old was shot to death near a condominium complex in Orange County on Wednesday afternoon, according to the sheriff’s office.
One Winter Park family is hoping their unique holiday display called the Lyman Christmas Village, can help calm some of that chaos with a relaxing experience that offers something for everyone.
A 23-year-old man who is facing charges in connection with a fatal hit-and-run, told Maitland police he was “in shock and panicked,” when asked why he did not remain on scene after the incident, according to an affidavit for the defendant’s arrest warrant.
Orange County now leads the state of Florida in reported cases of Legionnaires’ disease, as questions grow about whether residents and workers may have been exposed at more than one location.
Eight people were sent to the hospital after a crash involving a semi and a LYNX bus on Monday evening, according to Orange County Fire Rescue.
Orange County is formally demanding the federal government reimburse hundreds of thousands of dollars for housing ICE immigration detainees in the county jail.
Orange County Utilities is changing curbside collection days for its customers starting Dec. 29, and it will affect garbage, recycling, yard waste, and large item pickup. The county has a site to help residents figure out their new collection days.
In the week before Christmas, nearly a dozen restaurants across Central Florida were forced to shut their doors, according to state records.
A man in his 30s was taken to the hospital after being shot on Monday afternoon, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
A 71-year-old man is being held without bond after investigators say he assaulted a child inside an apartment complex gym in Orange County.
They may look like traditional bicycles behind wrapping paper, but law enforcement says electric bikes — or e-bikes — come with rules many parents and riders do not fully understand.
According to police, Tyrell Staffine used a large bolt cutter to access the store’s register area, where he stole approximately $900 in coins and cigarettes valued at $2,000.
Central Florida Miracle League has played at Trotter’s Park for about 20 years. Earlier this year, the field had deteriorated so badly it had become unplayable, putting the future of the league at risk.
Last month, News 6 reported on an Apopka family that lost tens of thousands of dollars after a roofing company cashed their insurance check but never replaced their roof.
An Orange County community that’s become infested with invasive chameleons may show signs of an even bigger problem.
The city of Orlando is set to begin removing items from inside the Pulse nightclub building, nearly a decade after the 2016 mass shooting that killed 49 people.
A person driving a mini-motorcycle is in critical condition on Saturday evening after losing control and crashing in Orange County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Several parents are now speaking out after Orange County Public Schools announced it is moving forward with a plan that could lead to the closure of seven schools, including McCoy Elementary.
Apopka police are searching for a man accused of convincing a victim to hand over a large amount of cash outside a Walmart by gaining their trust through a shared religious belief, according to investigators.
People living in West Lakes say they see dozens of homes in their community just like this one. A home that’s boarded up and left to sit for years, unattended. That’s what neighbors call a zombie home.
*NSYNC icon and Orlandoan Joey Fatone will mark a special homecoming as he returns to The City Beautiful to perform in “& Juliet” at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
Once the items are removed, the next phase of construction, which includes the removal of the Pulse sign and clearing of the site, will begin.
News 6 WKMG is celebrating the season with a two-hour “News 6 Holiday Special,” featuring anchors reading Christmas favorites, a cozy crackling fireplace and yule log, surprise guest appearances and insider guides to holiday events and things to do around Central Florida.
A stretch of West South Street in downtown Orlando will soon honor the late state Sen. Geraldine F. Thompson, a trailblazing lawmaker and historian who spent decades advocating for her community and preserving Black history.
A spokesperson with the Orange County Corrections Department told News 6 that the federal government owes the county hundreds of thousands of dollars in reimbursement payments for housing ICE detainees inside the Orange County Jail.
Michael Tiorik’s daughter went to McCoy Elementary, and now his four grandchildren attend the school. Tiorik says the possible closure leaves his family with more questions than answers.
Whether you crave magical fireworks, thrilling rides, or unforgettable parties, these parks know how to kick off the new year with style.
An 18-year-old man is accused of carjacking someone in Apopka before trying to take a gun from one of the officers arresting him for it, according to police.
An Orlando firefighter is on leave without pay after his second arrest since 2023, this time accused of stalking.
Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia is slated to reveal a “legislative proposal” during a news conference in Winter Park on Thursday morning.
A Central Florida neighborhood is dealing with foul odors and environmental concerns after thousands of gallons of raw sewage spilled into a waterway near Lake Orlando, city officials confirmed.
Officials voted unanimously Wednesday to grant a $7 million “allowance” for the ongoing Gate Link Replacement Project at Orlando International Airport due to "unforeseen conditions," including the 15% to 25% U.S. tariff increase on Japanese imports.
136 people in the Orlando area died this year while living on the streets or in a homeless housing program. A service in Orlando Wednesday gave those people a chance to be remembered.
With the discussion around property tax cuts hitting a fever pitch in Florida, a new report shows which counties have imposed the highest levies statewide.
The fees would apply only to new residential and commercial development, but some residents say they are concerned about the potential ripple effect on the cost of living in Apopka.
The state wants a judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by 25 cities and counties, including Orange County, over an unpopular law that blocks local development regulations.
Drone deliveries are coming to Central Florida, offering a glimpse at how technology could change the way people shop.
Investigations revealed that the shooting occurred after an argument involving the shooting victim, Markeis, and Mauryce Stubbs, and others about a break-in and property damage at an apartment.
5,000 children and 1,000 seniors are benefiting from the Orlando area Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program this year. Families are picking up their gifts today.
Another five Central Florida eateries were forced to shut down, and they all reportedly shared one feature in common: rodent droppings.
Orange County school board members will hold a special meeting on Tuesday at 1 p.m. to discuss the possible closure of several schools as the district grapples with declining enrollment.
In the wake of a deadly antisemitic terror attack in Sydney, Australia, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office confirmed for News 6 Monday it is increasing patrols at synagogues and other Jewish organizations in the area.
A 30-year-old man was killed after running off of the road and crashing his vehicle into a pole along State Road 429 on Monday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 24-year-old man was arrested after firing a gun during a road rage confrontation on State Road 408 in Orlando on Sunday, according to an arrest affidavit.
The bowl game, which has raised more than $6.3 million for cancer research over its 10-year history, holds special meaning for many participants, past and present.
Colonial Drive Family Dentistry helped community members smile brighter this holiday season by providing free tooth extractions, marking their 11th year of the charitable initiative.
The man accused of attacking a jogger near Orlando’s College Park earlier this year was rearrested Monday, accused of violating the probation he received as his sentence in the case.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) has arrested three men in Central Florida for possessing child sexual abuse material.
The FHP says a 35-year-old Orlando man was killed and his passenger was seriously injured in a single-vehicle rollover crash on State Road 429 in Orange County.
As winter break approaches, many Orange County families are facing a familiar concern: how to put food on the table when school meals stop.
Universal has reached a resolution with the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, who died in September after riding the Epic-Universe roller coaster Stardust Racers, according to the family’s legal team.
Family and friends of 21-year-old Taj Palmer say they are outraged and heartbroken. His mother says she wants answers and to know who is responsible for her son’s death.
A man who died after riding a roller coaster at Epic Universe severely fractured one of his thigh bones and had a pre-existing dislocation of his other thigh bone, a newly released autopsy shows. Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, 32, was found unresponsive after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster on Sept. 17 and was later pronounced dead.
Viewers have been reaching out to News 6, raising concerns over worsening traffic on Boggy Creek Road along the Orange–Osceola county line, where major growth and ongoing construction are converging.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office says it’s made an arrest after a man attempting to sell a watch for $115,000 on Facebook Marketplace was shot by a phony buyer.
An 18-year-old man accused of rape and held on no bond in the Orange County jail is believed to have additional victims “who have been too afraid to come forward,” the sheriff’s office says.
The investigation linked the account to Taylor Dorsey through phone numbers, recovery emails, and IP addresses. It also revealed she was communicating with Stephon Anderson, a federal inmate, who had unauthorized access to a cell phone in prison and was exchanging child sexual abuse material with her.
For more than two decades, guests have lived life in the fast lane inside Aerosmith’s Hollywood music studio before hopping into a super-stretch limousine to zoom through the city, listening to Aerosmith hits.
The Florida Department of Transportation says several safety projects are in the works for Pine Hills.
According to the director of the Institute for Economic Forecasting, this year's tourism tax revenue marked the highest annual collections for Orange County, largely due to the opening of Universal’s Epic Universe.
Investigators announced that the death investigation is closed, with a newly released report detailing what exactly happened on the ride.
The I-4 corridor in Orlando recently underwent a significant makeover, and the Central Florida Expressway Authority is investing millions to expand the 408 expressway. Yet, many drivers say the improvements have not solved the growing traffic problems.
Worrell said she is holding media availability “to address community concerns and questions” regarding the case and is “keeping with our commitment to full transparency.”
From live DJ sets and midnight countdowns to special character appearances, the excitement spans Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Epic Universe, CityWalk, and the resort’s hotels.
