Crystal Lawson, 32, of Orlando faces 113 felony counts of computer crimes and one count of unlawful use of a two-way communication device. She posted a $1.14 million bond over the weekend after it was set at $10,000 per count.
A man is accused of altering and providing fake veterinary certificates for puppies he sold. Months after a News 6 investigation, that man is now facing charges.
The Orlando Fire Department completed a rescue at Universal Orlando Sunday, after they say 70 people were stuck on a ride. Fire officials say the ride stopped in a raised position, but riders were upright inside an air-conditioned building. There were no medical complaints.
A Kissimmee man is dead after an early-morning motorcycle crash involving a tractor-trailer, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
An apartment building in Windermere that was condemned last week after a lightning strike sparked a fire remains unsafe, according to an Orange County spokesperson, and one resident says she's been told it may be months before she can return to her apartment.
A train came off the track in the College Park neighborhood of Orlando on Friday afternoon, News 6 has discovered. News 6 found the train around 3 p.m., stopped near Yates Street and Beardall Street — just a few blocks away from Golfview Street and North Orange Blossom Trail.
Emergency crews responded to what they’re calling a “medical emergency” at the Willow Bend Apartments on Silver Star Road in Orlando. According to the Orlando Fire Department, one patient was transported to Arnold Palmer Hospital as a trauma alert.
A string of unintentional shootings involving children across Central Florida over the past six months has sparked renewed debate over firearm safety, responsible gun ownership, and whether such incidents can truly be called accidents.
The Samaritan Resource Center says it is feeling “desperate” as it works to end homelessness in Orange County, pointing to demand that leaders say is outpacing available resources.
A debate over gun rights and safety is playing out at a Winter Garden park after the Florida attorney general ordered the city to remove signs banning weapons, saying they violate state law.
A Windermere man was arrested after Orange County deputies say he hit an 11-year-old child on an e-bike with an SUV, then smashed the child’s cellphone during a confrontation in the neighborhood.
The Apopka City Commission failed to reach a unanimous agreement Wednesday on a proposed property tax millage rate for the upcoming fiscal year, delaying a decision as city leaders face a deadline to finalize next year’s budget.
A Central Florida man has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole after murdering and trying to rape his girlfriend’s 93-year-old mother, according to the State Attorney’s Office.
President Donald Trump is expected to speak about elections on Thursday, raising concerns about foreign interference. But in Central Florida at least, election supervisors say they are prepared to fend off security issues ahead of the primary and midterms in the coming months.
In a news conference Wednesday, Worrell highlighted significant gains in conviction rates and continued progress on juvenile justice reform.
Jasper Rollins II had been charged as an adult with second-degree murder and two counts of aggravated battery in connection with the shooting outside Dezerland Park on International Drive.
A resident in Orlando’s Audubon Park neighborhood said she’s recently seen coyotes in the area — and worries about what that could mean for outdoor small pets.
Kings Orlando on International Drive combines upscale bowling with two arcades, free bocce and shuffleboard, a full bar and a kitchen turning out standout menu items like buffalo wontons, handmade pizzas and a barbecue bourbon burger.
Orange County leaders signaled Tuesday that they are ready to close the door on a condominium complex with a checkered past. Commissioners directed county officials to schedule a vote to be taken at an upcoming commission meeting on the future of Tymber Skan on the Lake.
A man convicted of murdering his girlfriend’s 93-year-old mother at an Orange County senior living facility will spend the rest of his life in prison.
Visit Orlando’s biggest annual food event is back next month with special menus at new restaurants across Central Florida. A record-breaking 188 restaurants will participate in Magical Dining this year, 38 of them for the first time.
After $8,100 paid and months of delays, SwimShapes finished the job once News 6 started asking questions.
An Orlando man was arrested after officers said he picked up an 8-year-old girl near a hotel pool and ran when her family confronted him.
Seven people were arrested as part of an undercover operation in Volusia County this month, according to the sheriff’s office.
After investigators said two children were injured last week when an Orange County deputy accidentally fired his personal gun, the identity of the deputy involved has now been revealed.
Jeremy Mason, 29, was arrested on Friday after troopers responded to a “Be On the Lookout” alert for a white Chevrolet Silverado traveling westbound on State Road 400. Dispatchers reported a woman inside the vehicle was yelling that she had been kidnapped.
Orange County Fire Rescue says it received a call Saturday about a child drowning. According to OCFR, crews performed life-saving measures at the scene.
Community members gathered in Apopka early Saturday morning for a memorial workout honoring fallen firefighter Austin Duran, whose legacy continues through a nonprofit dedicated to firefighter safety and community support.
Two children were hurt Thursday after an Orange County sheriff’s deputy accidentally fired his personal gun while cleaning it, the sheriff’s office said.
Three people have been arrested after a shooting at an apartment complex in Orlando on Thursday, which led to a pursuit that ended in Seminole County.
Central Florida communities will gather this weekend for the annual 15 Days of Hope, honoring fallen Apopka firefighter Austin Duran through a community workout and inaugural 5K while supporting The 2650 Foundation's mission to serve first responders and their families.
OCPS has already signed a lease for 100 new apartments on a nearby 8.5-acre lot, an area currently zoned for single-family homes. The project may be allowed under a state law known as the Live Local Act, which can override some local zoning rules for certain affordable housing developments.
Orange County leaders gathered Thursday to celebrate the grand opening of The Enclave at Canopy Park, a new 104-unit affordable apartment community.
Universal Orlando Resort is offering Florida residents unlimited access to its two flagship theme parks through Dec. 16 for $199 plus tax, while also announcing a new after-hours event at Epic Universe this fall.
Two deputies were hospitalized after a house fire broke out Wednesday morning in an Orange County neighborhood. The fire was reported at approximately 8:30 a.m. at a home on Snowberry Circle and originated in the garage.
The City of Orlando reopened the newly renovated playground at Leroy Hoequist Park on Thursday — the fifth in a series of 11 playground upgrades the city says it’s committed to delivering.
Three candidates for Orange County mayor — former U.S. Rep. Stephanie Murphy, Clerk Tiffany Russell, and Commissioner Mayra Uribe — hit the campaign trail Wednesday, debating affordable housing and touting their qualifications ahead of the Aug. 18 primary.
A year after Winter Garden canceled curbside recycling due to rising costs, the city is expected to renew its trash contract with Waste Management — again without recycling — even as the volunteer-run Plant Street Recycling program has diverted more than 100,000 pounds of recyclables from landfills.
The vote to join the lawsuit over the Hungerford property failed Tuesday in Eatonville. The lawsuit, filed by the Southern Poverty Law center, alleges closed - door meetings led by the former mayor improperly determined the fate of the property.
For years, the greater Orlando area carried a grim title: the deadliest place in the U.S. for pedestrians. But a new report shows that’s no longer the case — and while Orlando is falling in the rankings, other Central Florida communities are moving up.
Universal Celestial Goodnight at Epic Universe brings full-scale fireworks, synchronized lighting, and dancing fountains to Celestial Park in what may be the resort's most ambitious nighttime spectacular yet.
The city of Orlando is looking for a new fire department chief, six months after swearing in the current chief. Jason Revoldt submitted his retirement Tuesday to the city, effective immediately, News 6 confirmed.
"Since COVID-19, the foot traffic is very, very slow," business owner Yehya Rizeq said of Church Street in downtown Orlando. "It’s not recovered yet." A new project breaking ground hopes to change that, but Rizeq worries they can't survive much longer.
Orange County Public Schools leaders are considering whether to ban e-bikes and electric scooters on school campuses following concerns about student safety.
A man accused of shooting a 70-year-old woman three times at an Orlando bus stop will remain behind bars after a judge denied him bond.
The Church Street Festival Project is a multi-phase redesign aimed at transforming a historic downtown stretch into a pedestrian-friendly, festival-style corridor while maintaining vehicle access.
A controversial 300-acre development approved by the City of Winter Garden is now facing a legal challenge from a nearby homeowner who wants a judge to overturn the project’s approval. The lawsuit centers on the proposed Johns Lake Urban Village on Williams Road and Marsh Road. The project includes more than 600 homes, a bed-and-breakfast, retail space and an event venue.
Members of the Orange County School Board will meet Tuesday to discuss proposed rules and restrictions for student use of e-bikes and e-scooters. Under the new rules, elementary school students would be prohibited from bringing motorized micromobility devices to schools.
According to police, Justice S. Fletcher placed a firearm inside a trash can on Thursday, retrieved it, and accidentally discharged it, striking a building. No injuries were reported.
Marcellu Wiley, who played for multiple NFL teams including the Jacksonville Jaguars, had a first appearance Sunday, jail records show. He has since posted bond and been released.
Orange County's Tourist Development Tax generated nearly $400 million in 2025, and officials are forming a citizens task force to help guide how the tourism-restricted funds are spent.
Investigators believe a lightning strike during weekend storms may have sparked the fire, and the Red Cross is assisting displaced residents.
The father of a 13-year-old girl is suing the Orange County apartment complex where authorities say his daughter was raped and killed July 4, 2024.
Prosecutors are asking a judge to keep Kevin Millares locked up without bond until trial. Millares was arrested by the U.S. Marshals Service in New York after fleeing the Orlando area following the June 8 shooting.
Orange County leaders are preparing to discuss a possible county ordinance to create local e-bike safety regulations after the governor vetoed bipartisan legislation that would have established statewide rules.
New bodycam footage has been released after deputies fatally shot a knife-wielding woman last month, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
A Maitland road is reopening after a sinkhole shut down the area for almost two months. The City of Maitland says crews were expected to remove the traffic barriers on North Wymore Road Thursday afternoon.
Seven Central Florida school districts garnered “A” grades in the latest report card released this week. Individual school grades were also released. We've listed all of the school grades.
The skies over Central Florida will light up this Fourth of July, with fireworks, festivals and celebrations stretching across the region all weekend long.
A record 72.2 million Americans are expected to travel this Fourth of July weekend, despite an 11% jump in overall travel costs, with Orlando International Airport ranking as the second-busiest domestic destination.
Parramore Market spearheaded by 30-year-old Jeniffer Hilaire aims to bring groceries closer to neighbors facing food insecurity.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has issued another scathing letter to Orange-Osceola State Attorney Monique Worrell, this time accusing her office of “leniency toward murderers and pedophiles.” Worrell accused Uthmeier of being 'more interested in scoring political points' in a response to News 6.
Starting Wednesday, toll rates operated by the Central Florida Expressway Authority increased, adding to financial pressures many drivers say they are already feeling from higher everyday expenses, including gas prices. The rate changes affect major expressways, including State Road 408, State Road 417, State Road 528, and State Road 429.
Police said the incident happened on Tuesday evening along State Road 414, where the girl was seen waving her arms to get help outside an SUV on the side of the highway.
A new update to Florida's Live Local Act allows school districts to build affordable housing on their properties, bypassing traditional zoning rules — and Orange County residents are pushing back after learning their single-family neighborhood could soon be home to a 100-unit apartment complex on a former school site.
According to the Fruitland Park police chief, a verbal altercation led the suspect to grab an AR-15-style rifle and fire rounds inside the home. The suspect also reached for a pistol during the argument, but it was empty.
A stretch of Boy Scout Road in Apopka is drawing new attention as the city considers lowering the speed limit in response to concerns about speeding and safety.
Central Florida’s Venezuelan community is organizing relief efforts for survivors of the devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela last week, calling on residents to donate everything from baby supplies to personal care items — and even body bags.
A 34-year-old man charged earlier this year with defrauding investors out of at least $250 million pleaded guilty Tuesday to running a “Ponzi scheme.” Christopher Delgado could face up to 50 years in prison after pleading guilty to wire fraud and money laundering Tuesday.
The Orlando Fire Department certified 50 young adults in CPR at no cost as part of the Orlando Fire Teen Academy, a weeklong program introducing high school students to the fire service. The course is conducted through the city’s Take Heart Orlando program, which offers free hands-only CPR training to all city residents and certified CPR courses at a discounted rate.
A homeowner in the Monterey and Azalea Park area says she has had two unsettling encounters with strangers showing up at her home, leaving her uncomfortable and concerned about safety in her neighborhood.
Orange County commissioners are expected to discuss a proposal that would establish a 1,000-foot buffer between smoke shops and schools.
Students are questioning why the University of Central Florida abruptly closed several library resources, including LibTech, the Curriculum Materials Center and the UCF Downtown Library, leaving some without access to technology they relied on for classes.
A new forensic training and research lab has opened in Lake Nona, giving University of Central Florida students a chance to learn alongside working Florida Department of Law Enforcement scientists while supporting research into emerging substances.
On Monday, city leaders unveiled the contents of a 50-year-old time capsule sealed during the nation’s Bicentennial celebration in 1976.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is now sharing details on why a Winter Garden street was blocked for hours overnight Saturday into Sunday morning.
Orlando police say a fight overnight near Church Street and Orange Avenue ended with an accidental gunshot, sending a woman to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
A former nurse at University Behavioral Health Center in Orlando will spend the next 10- years in prison, adjudicated guilty of sexually assaulting a 16-year-old patient last June.
Orlando hidden gem alert: BarkHaven, a dog-friendly restaurant and sports bar in Orlando, FL, is serving some of the freshest food in town — even if you don’t have a dog. Get the details on BarkHaven’s new menu items (patty melt, protein bowl, cheeseburger pizza and more), plus my must-order favorites like the Spud Flight, Cobb salad, and the spicy Lebanese burger staple. Location, hours, and what to expect included.
This month, Orange County Public Schools launched its first-ever “Summer Production Series,” with a performance set for this weekend.
With about a week to go until the nation marks its 250th birthday, the VA Medical Center in Lake Nona is reminding veterans that help is available close to home. The medical center hosted a resource fair, filling hallways with booths for health services, benefits assistance, and community support organizations. Displays recognizing America’s 250th anniversary were set up throughout the facility.
Central Florida's theme parks and attractions — including Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, Legoland and more — are celebrating America's 250th birthday on July 4 with fireworks, special events, character experiences, and ticket deals.
