Ahead of the general election later this year, a 19-year-old student at the University of Central Florida is running to hold a position on the Seminole County School Board.

A new bill filed this week could redesignate 40 different roadways across the state after slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

A SUSF spokeswoman said that several degree programs at universities across Florida have been terminated after a review by the state.

UCF said the center, which has contributed valuable energy research and outreach for 50 years, faced a sharp decline in external funding for traditional energy programs.

Police say a man and woman were found dead inside a home in DeLand.

A UCF professor was arrested last week after he chased down a student and beat him, according to the Oviedo Police Department.

A man accused of provoking a group of people playing basketball at the University of Central Florida and threatening one of them also pretended to be a police officer while he was being detained, according to his arrest affidavit.

Gov. Ron DeSantis has made it abundantly clear: if he had it his way, he would get rid of property taxes.

The news comes as the state of Florida received the outlet’s top ranking for higher education, drawing out a reaction from Gov. Ron DeSantis.

The announcement said that one of the standards to qualify for the state designation is a 60 percent four-year graduation rate.

What can you post on social media without risking your job? The question has gained urgency after several employees in Central Florida faced investigations and terminations linked to posts about the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Fresh off a bye week, the UCF football team now turns its attention to ACC foe North Carolina.

Students at the University of Central Florida say a racist email threatening to shoot minority students circulated on campus Thursday, prompting fear and leading some to leave classes early.

A man accused of recording up a woman’s skirt at the University of Central Florida’s library reportedly told a witness that it was his “job” to do so.

UCF celebrates the grand opening of its new Dr. Phillips Nursing Pavilion in Lake Nona.

A drunken threat landed a Florida woman in jail earlier this year, according to court records newly obtained by News 6.

The Police Department at the University of Central Florida has a new chief.

Robin Griffin-Kitzerow will replace Carl Metzger, who will stay on as the associate vice president of public safety. Metzger has served as chief since 2018.

The UCF Board of Trustees is expected to change the name of FBC Mortgage Stadium.

Universal Epic Universe started as a doodle on paper, nearly 10 years later, Universal Orlando Resort has its fourth theme park. For those epic worlds to fill dreams, many Central Florida hands were involved to make the park a reality.

For the first time in years, the University of Central Florida women’s rowing team is nationally ranked, following a historic victory at the Big 12 championship.

UCF RESTORES, a nationally recognized mental health program, unveiled its first-of-its-kind Resiliency Command Center at the University of Central Florida.

If you grew up watching Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood, or more recently (your children perhaps), Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, those shows existed, in part, because American taxpayers paid and continue to pay for them. The Trump Administration is attempting to change that.

The University of Central Florida has confirmed that 15 students have had their visas revoked amid the Trump administration’s crackdown on visa holders.

A day after a fatal shooting at Florida State University in Tallahassee, students at the University of Central Florida spoke with News 6 to provide their reactions.

Amidst pushback from some students, University of Central Florida has reaffirmed its commitment to a state version of the Trump’s administration Department of Government Efficiency.

UCF’s Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) also offers crisis support and mental health services through appointments, walk-ins, and a 24/7 crisis hotline at 407-823-2811.

Jenna Koo, a final-year nursing student at the University of Central Florida (UCF), never anticipated that her college experience would equip her with the skills to save lives. As she approaches graduation, Koo is acutely aware of the looming nursing shortage in Florida, projected to reach nearly 60,000 by 2035, according to the Florida Hospital Association.

In an email sent to the Greek community on Monday, UCF addressed “serious and disturbing” hazing allegations that surfaced earlier this year.

Celebrate music, theatre, dance and more as UCF Celebrates the Arts returns for its 11th year at the Dr. Phillips Center.

The University of Central Florida suspended two fraternities as it investigates multiple reports of “dangerous and degrading” hazing incidents, a school spokesperson said Tuesday.

A pedestrian was struck and killed on Alafaya Trail near the University of Central Florida, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

A UCF student newspaper accuses a fraternity on campus of using hate symbols during a hazing ritual. The controversial photo depicts a blindfolded student holding what appears to be a swastika symbol, with the student’s face obscured.

A University of Central Florida professor was suspended after an investigation revealed he had been drinking and partying with students last year, according to documents gathered by News 6 this week.

Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis has written a letter to Elon Musk requesting the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) audit what he calls “censorship grants” made federally to some public universities.

With AI comes a long list of ethical questions and concerns.

The new initiative will give residents access to resources like power and Wi-Fi after an extreme weather event.

Word spread about his exploits after a YouTube video showed the Ratman in action, reportedly fighting off a “would-be bike thief.”

Did you know - Lake Eola is a sinkhole and much of Central Florida sits on top of a massive sinkhole? An Engineering Professor explains what that means and what homeowners should keep in mind.

The University of Central Florida is beginning construction on a stadium renovation project for Roth Tower.

Scott Frost is set to return as head football coach at the University of Central Florida, according to CBS Sports.

With hurricane season officially over, researchers in Volusia County are working to make the coastline more resilient before the next time a storm hits.

Gus Malzahn is resigning as Central Florida’s head coach to become Florida State’s offensive coordinator.

Officials announce that a 17-year-old accused in a shooting that killed two in downtown Orlando will be prosecuted as an adult.

Orlando police have confirmed that 25-year-old Tyrek Hill and 19-year-old Timothy Schmidt Jr. were killed in the downtown mass shooting.

Nine people were shot in downtown Orlando. Here's what we know about their conditions.

With one week left until Election Day many people, including students in Central Florida, are taking advantage of early voting.

The University of Central Florida launched the Center of Excellence in Hypersonic and Space Propulsion, also known as the HyperSpace Center for short.

The list is divided into different regions of the country, including the North, Midwest, West and — in Florida’s case — South.

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UCF football held its weekly press conference previewing this Saturday’s home game against Sam Houston.

A man has been arrested in connection with an attack in a parking garage on the grounds of the UCF Downtown campus in Orlando, police announced Tuesday.

The Puerto Rico Research Hub at the University of Central Florida on Monday released findings from a survey on Puerto Ricans in Florida.

Florida’s mangroves act as a shield for our coasts against potential storm damage, while also serving as a home for wildlife like various types of fish and other sea creatures.

A person was found dead in a pond at the University of Central Florida, according to campus police.

Did you know - Lake Eola is a sinkhole and much of Central Florida sits on top of a massive sinkhole? An Engineering Professor explains what that means and what homeowners should keep in mind.

Max Williams hit a three-run home run to cap a nine-run fifth inning and No. 8 national seed Florida State went on to defeat Central Florida 12-3 to claim the championship at the Tallahassee Regional of the NCAA Tournament.

Jack Zyska broke a tie with a seventh-inning home run and the University of Central Florida went on to defeat Stetson 5-2 on Sunday in an elimination game at the Tallahassee Regional of the NCAA Tournament.

Where in the world (or Central Florida) can this be found? Become an Insider to find out if you're right.

The Florida’s Fourth Estate podcast with hosts Matt Austin and Ginger Gadsden covers a variety of hot topics across Florida, including how individuals are impacting our community for the better. Some of those “change makers” have said it’s their mom who helped them to get to where they are today.

“This operation was about repeated issues regarding people exposing their sexual organs and conducting lewd and indecent acts at the park,” one report reads.

A protest is being planned at the University of Central Florida on a graduation day, according to a social media post shared on Reddit.

Commencement ceremonies are underway at the University of Central Florida.

Surveillance video shows a vandal throwing chairs through windows at The Dough Show restaurant near the University of Central Florida.

The University of Florida is telling students what they can and can’t do if they want to protest on campus, and rulebreakers among students and faculty will face harsh penalties, according to information being shared on campus this week.

A 5-year student at the University of Central Florida told News 6 his reputation was ruined after racial slurs linked to his name went viral reaching “about 1 million people.”

Stacker compiled a list of the best colleges in Florida using rankings from Niche.

Founded by senior business management major Alexandria Marcellus, the Women Veterans Association is dedicated to empowering female veterans and fostering a supportive network on campus.

UCF police said on Monday that they are investigating a fire that damaged seven vehicles at a University-affiliated apartment complex as arson.

Word spread about his exploits after a YouTube video in February 2018 showed Ratman in action, reportedly fighting off a “would-be bike thief.”

Major firms like Publix, the University of Florida and even Miami-Dade County also ranked within the top 500 employers nationwide.

Jack Sweeney, the University of Central Florida student tracking Taylor Swift’s jet and the plans of other celebrities, released a statement after the uber-popular pop star threatened legal action against him.

A sense of fun is very important to Robert and Teresa Ly and that value is a big part of their business, Sus Hi Eat Station.

The student has been tracking the takeoffs and landings of planes and helicopters owned by these various public figures online.

A UCF student again causes a stir by tracking a jet of a famous person.

With over 63,000 students, the University of Central Florida Police Department has a huge responsibility on their hands. Leading the charge is Chief of Police Carl Metzger.

A gunman threatened a bus driver at the University of Central Florida’s main campus, prompting a lockdown, according to the UCF Police Department.

Former high school star Mikey Williams has committed to the University of Central Florida just days after entering the transfer portal.

Albert Manero said he was stuck in traffic listening to the radio when he heard an interview with a man who built 3-D-printed mechanical hands.

An Orlando-area congressman is taking action after a student at the University of Central Florida told News 6 his reputation was ruined after racial slurs linked to his name went viral, reaching “about 1 million people.”

A 5-year student at the University of Central Florida told News 6 his reputation was ruined after racial slurs linked to his name went viral reaching “about 1 million people.”

The University of Central Florida will hold a mid-week event ahead of Veterans Day to honor alumni who have served their country.

Thousands of UCF students will charge into the school’s Reflecting Pond Friday for one of the school’s biggest traditions.

In a release, police said that the burglaries were reported in the B7 and B8 parking lots on the main campus. All of the vehicles that were targeted were Hondas, the release shows.

Chabad at the University of Central Florida is always a haven for Jewish students, and this week it is a place for the community to come together during the darkest of times.

Researchers with UCF have set up a website to show what the air quality is like in Orlando and the surrounding area after smoke from Canadian wildfires made its way into the region.

The season is set to kick off on Nov. 6, with the men’s team taking on FIU and the women’s team matching up against Bethune-Cookman University.

The Florida State University System’s Board of Governors will discuss a proposal by UCF to close down three of its campuses during a Wednesday meeting.

An Orlando man was struck and killed while riding a motorized skateboard near UCF.

The UCF Police Department is warning the public about a voyeurism incident that was reported near the main campus, according to a news release.

UCF Athletics apologizes to Kent State after an “unfortunate” social media post following the Knights’ 56-6 win over the Golden Flashes.

An appeals court Friday rejected two lawsuits alleging the University of Central Florida should be required to refund money to students because of a campus shutdown early in the COVID-19 pandemic.

Odds are increasing for a tropical system to impact Florida for the first half of next week.

Instead of vacationing or partying, a group of students from the University of Central Florida set out for the U.S.-Mexico border this summer.

A sense of fun is very important to Robert and Teresa Ly and that value is a big part of their business, Sus Hi Eat Station.

Three newly-released body-worn camera videos from UCF police shows how officers conducted their traffic stop, including how Daton Viel managed to elude them and drive away.

A 52-year-old man was arrested Thursday after trying to meet a 15-year-old boy for sex at the University of Central Florida’s campus, according to the Oviedo Police Department.

The Sunshine State has become a popular hub for migration in recent years, leading to more people living in the Sunshine State.

UCF researchers have spent countless hours working to engineer, develop and create an online air quality database. This includes a physical device and a website that posts the device’s findings.

From jingles to Grammys, one of the biggest families in jazz is taking their talents from the recording studio to the Central Florida classroom.