Qualifying ends in Florida: Maxwell Frost only draws write-in challenger, others face crowded primaries
Read full article: Qualifying ends in Florida: Maxwell Frost only draws write-in challenger, others face crowded primariesCandidate qualifying ended in Florida on Friday, and it appears one incumbent will face only a write-in candidate: Orlando Rep. Maxwell Frost. Every other Central Florida incumbent has drawn a challenger in either the Aug. 18 statewide primary or the Nov. 3 general election.
Orlando City’s free World Cup watch party takes over Pointe Orlando through July 19
Read full article: Orlando City’s free World Cup watch party takes over Pointe Orlando through July 19Orlando City SC is hosting a free, festival-style World Cup watch party at Pointe Orlando from June 11 through July 19, featuring live viewings of all 104 FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, entertainment, food and player appearances.
Storm chances increase across Central Florida as heat index soars above 100 degrees
Read full article: Storm chances increase across Central Florida as heat index soars above 100 degreesSlow-moving thunderstorms could bring localized flooding, frequent lightning, and gusty winds through the weekend while dangerous heat builds
MetroPlan Orlando considers extending AI-driven tool to spot traffic trouble spots in real time
Read full article: MetroPlan Orlando considers extending AI-driven tool to spot traffic trouble spots in real timeTraffic is a daily frustration for many Central Florida drivers—and now MetroPlan Orlando is considering extending a contract for technology designed to help pinpoint problems faster.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: Inside a fatal crash investigation in St. Cloud
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: Inside a fatal crash investigation in St. CloudCrashes can cause delays, but some investigations involve far more than clearing debris and reopening lanes. Cpl. Redditt, with the St. Cloud Police Department, explains why fatal crash investigations can take hours to complete.
Storm chances increase across Central Florida as heat, humidity build toward the weekend
Read full article: Storm chances increase across Central Florida as heat, humidity build toward the weekendRain, storms, and dangerous heat are expected through next week in Central Florida, with elevated rip current risks at area beaches.
The onePulse Foundation generated $20 million — where did it go?
Read full article: The onePulse Foundation generated $20 million — where did it go?Friday marks 10 years since the massacre at the Pulse Nightclub, and as Central Florida reflects on the shooting, there are still questions about the defunct onePulse Foundation and the millions of dollars it raised.
Central Florida rain chances to increase as heat index to top 100 degrees
Read full article: Central Florida rain chances to increase as heat index to top 100 degreesAfter a brief dry stretch, Central Florida is heading back into a classic summer weather pattern — with rain chances climbing through the week and heat index values potentially topping 107 degrees by the weekend.
Lake County schools to merge two middle schools amid enrollment drop
Read full article: Lake County schools to merge two middle schools amid enrollment dropLake County Schools is the latest Central Florida district to move forward with a school consolidation, citing low enrollment. But unlike other recent proposals that have drawn vocal parent opposition, district leaders say the planned merger of Oak Park and Carver middle schools has largely been met with support.
Central Florida man fatally shoots cat in eye with BB gun, sheriff says
Read full article: Central Florida man fatally shoots cat in eye with BB gun, sheriff saysA Central Florida man was arrested after he shot a cat in the eye with a BB gun and killed it, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.
Dry days numbered as summer storm chances return to Central Florida
Read full article: Dry days numbered as summer storm chances return to Central FloridaCentral Florida is transitioning from a dry, high-pressure weekend into a more typical summer pattern, with rain chances climbing from near zero Monday to scattered afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms by late week.
‘A pursuit implies speed:’ Florida motorcyclist very slowly flees from deputy
Read full article: ‘A pursuit implies speed:’ Florida motorcyclist very slowly flees from deputyA Central Florida man was taken into custody after a very slow chase early Friday morning, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
One more spring day before summer heat, storms return. Here’s what to expect this weekend
Read full article: One more spring day before summer heat, storms return. Here’s what to expect this weekendCentral Florida will enjoy another pleasant day of weather on Friday as dry air remains in place and rain chances stay low before moisture returns next week.
Football family celebrates a son’s memory, educates about CTE
Read full article: Football family celebrates a son’s memory, educates about CTEThe RL3 Foundation, founded by the family of Ray Lewis III, is hosting football and music-centered events this weekend in Central Florida with the goal to educate families about CTE. Lewis III, an area football star, died three years ago this June at age 28. CTE contributed to his death. Lewis III's family hopes the foundation empowers families with more knowledge about football and head injuries.
Local governments warn of revenue losses under Florida tax proposal
Read full article: Local governments warn of revenue losses under Florida tax proposalCity leaders in Ocoee are warning that a proposed amendment aimed at lowering property taxes for Florida homeowners could significantly reduce local government revenue and lead to difficult budget decisions affecting public services.
A taste of Spring in June: Here’s how long this comfortable weather sticks around.
Read full article: A taste of Spring in June: Here’s how long this comfortable weather sticks around.After a stretch of storms and unusually cool weather, Central Florida is settling into a much quieter forecast heading into the weekend.
Health issues shut down these 7 Central Florida eateries last week
Read full article: Health issues shut down these 7 Central Florida eateries last weekDuring the final week of May, another seven eateries across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.
Rare June cold front brings relief to Central Florida with cooler temps, lower humidity
Read full article: Rare June cold front brings relief to Central Florida with cooler temps, lower humidityAfter days of summerlike heat and humidity, a rare early June cold front is moving through Central Florida today, delivering cooler temperatures, lower humidity, and a noticeable change in the air.
Your home may be a flood risk — even if FEMA says it isn’t
Read full article: Your home may be a flood risk — even if FEMA says it isn’tA News 6 investigation found nearly 350,000 properties statewide face flood hazards but are not recognized as high risk in FEMA flood maps. The list includes Pine Hills, Poinciana, and Union Park — all areas FEMA does not currently classify as high risk.
Strong storms Tuesday before a rare June cool down. Here’s the latest timeline
Read full article: Strong storms Tuesday before a rare June cool down. Here’s the latest timelineA weak cold front moving toward Central Florida will help trigger another round of strong to severe thunderstorms today before bringing a noticeable break from the heat later this week.
Florida homebuyers can face property tax ‘sticker shock’ after purchase. Here’s why
Read full article: Florida homebuyers can face property tax ‘sticker shock’ after purchase. Here’s whyYou buy a home in Florida that you saw online. The site says estimated property taxes are around $4,000. But when you get your first property tax bill, the cost may be thousands of dollars more. Why? Because the sites don't factor in Florida's Save Our Homes benefit, which doesn't stay when the home is sold, according to Orange County's property appraiser.
Timeline: Strong storms possible for parts of Central Florida
Read full article: Timeline: Strong storms possible for parts of Central FloridaThe News 6 Weather Team has declared Tuesday a Weather Aware Day for the possibility of a few strong storms. The highest chance for strong storms will be on the eastern half of Central Florida.
Stormy days ahead before a rare June cold front arrives. Here’s what to expect.
Read full article: Stormy days ahead before a rare June cold front arrives. Here’s what to expect.After a stretch of hot and humid weather, Central Florida is heading into a more active pattern to start the week before a rare cold front drags in drier air.
Crowds return to Space Coast as rocket launches continue after Blue Origin explosion
Read full article: Crowds return to Space Coast as rocket launches continue after Blue Origin explosionSpectators gathered in Titusville to watch a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket launch Friday evening, less than 24 hours after a Blue Origin New Glenn explosion. Visitors praised the resilience of the space industry as two successful launches lifted off from the Cape following the mishap.
Daily downpours continue into the weekend as tropical moisture lingers. Here’s what to expect.
Read full article: Daily downpours continue into the weekend as tropical moisture lingers. Here’s what to expect.Wet and stormy weather will continue across Central Florida through the weekend as deep tropical moisture remains in place over the state.
EPA-funded study tracks air quality differences across Orange County
Read full article: EPA-funded study tracks air quality differences across Orange CountySince August 2023, a new air-quality study has been underway in Central Florida, funded by the EPA for $500,000. The project began in Parramore, with researchers asking people across Orange County to report concerns about the air where they live.
Residents on alert after suspicious man seen attempting to enter homes in Port Orange
Read full article: Residents on alert after suspicious man seen attempting to enter homes in Port OrangeResidents in a Port Orange neighborhood are on high alert after surveillance cameras captured a suspicious man allegedly attempting to enter homes. Neighbors say the community is largely made up of elderly residents, raising concerns about safety as deputies continue searching for the suspect.
Weather aware days: Tropical moisture bringing days of soaking rain to Central Florida
Read full article: Weather aware days: Tropical moisture bringing days of soaking rain to Central FloridaA wetter, more tropical weather pattern is settling into Central Florida and could stick around through early next week.
From heat to heavy rain: Here’s what to expect as tropical moisture surges in
Read full article: From heat to heavy rain: Here’s what to expect as tropical moisture surges inA much more active summerlike weather pattern is beginning to take shape across Central Florida as tropical moisture slowly increases ahead of the weekend.
Soaking tropical moisture surges into Central Florida. Here’s what to expect
Read full article: Soaking tropical moisture surges into Central Florida. Here’s what to expectAfter days of typical afternoon storms and summerlike heat, Central Florida is heading toward a much wetter and stormier pattern by the end of the week.
Lightning strike leaves Ocala family without water for days
Read full article: Lightning strike leaves Ocala family without water for daysA lightning strike over the holiday weekend severely damaged Larry Mull's Ocala property, destroying his shed and the well pump and filtration system that supplied his home with water. Mull and his family were left without running water for days and had to rely on a neighbor's supply while facing costly repairs. The incident occurred at a challenging time, delaying insurance and repair responses. Despite the destruction, Mull expressed relief that no one was hurt and that two full propane tanks in the shed were unharmed.
Memorial Day stays mostly dry across Central Florida, but tropical moisture ramps up later this week
Read full article: Memorial Day stays mostly dry across Central Florida, but tropical moisture ramps up later this weekAfter a fairly active stretch of weather recently, Memorial Day is shaping up to be one of the quieter days of the week across Central Florida.
Thunderstorms and heavy rain expected for parts of Central Florida
Read full article: Thunderstorms and heavy rain expected for parts of Central FloridaScattered thunderstorms and heavy rain are expected across Central Florida this Sunday afternoon, with high temperatures and a risk of localized flooding. News 6's meteorologist Michelle Morgan has the latest Pinpoint Weather outlook.
Caretaker facing charges after disabled man allegedly left alone in rainy weather at park
Read full article: Caretaker facing charges after disabled man allegedly left alone in rainy weather at parkA hired caretaker in Central Florida is facing criminal charges after police said he left a developmentally disabled man alone at a park during cold, rainy weather while sitting in his car smoking marijuana.
Lake Nona VA ceremony honors fallen service members, connects veterans with support
Read full article: Lake Nona VA ceremony honors fallen service members, connects veterans with supportThe Orlando VA Medical Center in Lake Nona hosted a remembrance ceremony Friday morning honoring men and women who died in military service, while also connecting veterans with local support services.
2 measles cases confirmed in Orange County as Florida cases hit 152
Read full article: 2 measles cases confirmed in Orange County as Florida cases hit 152Orange County has reported its first two measles cases this year. One patient was between 0-4 years old, and the other between 25-29 years old. Florida has the fourth-highest number of measles cases in the U.S.
Memorial Day weekend bringing heat, humidity and afternoon storms.
Read full article: Memorial Day weekend bringing heat, humidity and afternoon storms.Central Florida’s summerlike weather pattern continues through Memorial Day weekend with hot afternoons, muggy nights and daily chances for scattered inland storms.
Dodging storms and heat into Memorial Day weekend. Here’s when heat indices nears 100
Read full article: Dodging storms and heat into Memorial Day weekend. Here’s when heat indices nears 100Central Florida’s summerlike weather pattern continues this week with more heat, humidity and spotty afternoon storms in the forecast.
POLITICALLY MOTIVATED: Tuesday’s primaries send a loud message to Florida Republicans
Read full article: POLITICALLY MOTIVATED: Tuesday’s primaries send a loud message to Florida RepublicansWhile Florida voters weren’t casting ballots Tuesday night, the results from primary elections across several states are still reverberating through Tallahassee. On this week’s episode of Politically Motivated, the focus turned to what analysts are calling the continued “Trump Effect” — the growing influence of President Donald Trump’s endorsements and how loyalty to the president is increasingly shaping Republican politics nationwide.
Steamy & stormy days ahead as heat index nears 100 degrees by the holiday weekend.
Read full article: Steamy & stormy days ahead as heat index nears 100 degrees by the holiday weekend.Central Florida’s summerlike weather pattern continues Wednesday with more heat, humidity and inland scattered afternoon storm chances.
Kissimmee pauses ethics complaint process amid ongoing investigations
Read full article: Kissimmee pauses ethics complaint process amid ongoing investigationsThe Kissimmee City Commission voted to pause its ethics complaint process while drafting a new ordinance, delaying new complaints against the mayor and a commissioner as existing investigations continue.
Brevard voters to decide whether to keep Indian River Lagoon cleanup tax
Read full article: Brevard voters to decide whether to keep Indian River Lagoon cleanup taxOnce again, Brevard County will let voters decide if they want to pay for cleaning the beautiful, yet infamously polluted Indian River Lagoon. On Tuesday, county commissioners approved sending a renewal of the 10-year half-penny sales tax back to the ballot this November.
Hot and stormy pattern settles in. Here’s what to expect for the holiday weekend.
Read full article: Hot and stormy pattern settles in. Here’s what to expect for the holiday weekend.Central Florida’s early summer weather pattern is settling in, bringing warm and humid days, breezy afternoons and daily chances for scattered showers and storms through Memorial Day weekend.
Feds award $20M to Port Canaveral to upgrade cargo berths receiving gas
Read full article: Feds award $20M to Port Canaveral to upgrade cargo berths receiving gasOn Monday, Port Canaveral received a $20 million US Department of Transportation grant to expand capacity at two of its busiest docks that take in hundreds of millions of dollars a year in refined petroleum, keeping fuel moving into Florida.
Dry start to the week before storm chances climb into the holiday weekend
Read full article: Dry start to the week before storm chances climb into the holiday weekendA more summerlike weather pattern is settling into Central Florida this week, with warm temperatures, breezy onshore winds and increasing rain and storm chances as we head toward Memorial Day weekend.
Ghost guns in Florida: How untraceable weapons make it harder to solve crimes
Read full article: Ghost guns in Florida: How untraceable weapons make it harder to solve crimesFlorida ranks fifth in the country for ghost guns recovered at crime scenes, and the state has no regulations on the parts used to make them.
Kissimmee roller rink boosts security after ‘teen takeover’ posts spread online
Read full article: Kissimmee roller rink boosts security after ‘teen takeover’ posts spread onlineSkate Reflections in Kissimmee increased security and brought in police after social media posts promoted a planned “teen takeover,” and investigators are now trying to identify who organized it.
Weekend Forecast: Warm temperatures and growing rain chances
Read full article: Weekend Forecast: Warm temperatures and growing rain chancesNews 6's meteorologist Michelle Morgan shares the latest Central Florida weekend weather outlook, with warm temperatures and a chance for evening storms. Get details on high temperatures, expected showers, and a full 7-day Pinpoint Weather forecast.
Why does Florida have so many sinkholes? Welcome to the layer cake
Read full article: Why does Florida have so many sinkholes? Welcome to the layer cakeIn Central Florida, we’re notorious for a lot, but one thing that scares every homeowner? Sinkholes. So why are they so common, especially here in Central Florida? We bring in a layered cake.
Kissimmee roller rink, police shut down planned teen takeover circulating on social media
Read full article: Kissimmee roller rink, police shut down planned teen takeover circulating on social mediaLaw enforcement and a local roller rink are taking action ahead of a planned “teen takeover” in Kissimmee that began circulating on social media.
Central Florida drought deepens, prompting tighter watering rules in Phase Three counties
Read full article: Central Florida drought deepens, prompting tighter watering rules in Phase Three countiesCentral Florida’s drought is deepening, and the St. Johns River Water Management District says its work is being stretched across all of its main responsibilities.
Central Florida faces persistent drought as temperatures climb into the 90s
Read full article: Central Florida faces persistent drought as temperatures climb into the 90sDespite steady rainfall this week, Central Florida remains locked in a stubborn drought that’s expected to continue as temperatures climb into the 90s. News 6 meteorologist Jordan Patrick breaks down the latest drought monitor, weekend forecast, and what to know as hurricane season approaches.
Hot cars, deadly consequences: Orange County agencies team up to protect pets this summer
Read full article: Hot cars, deadly consequences: Orange County agencies team up to protect pets this summerWith summer heat arriving in Central Florida, local agencies are reminding the community just how dangerous a parked vehicle can become for pets, even in a matter of minutes.
Drier days ahead before spotty weekend rain returns. Here’s what to expect
Read full article: Drier days ahead before spotty weekend rain returns. Here’s what to expectA quieter weather pattern is settling into Central Florida as drier air filters into the state behind a cold front moving south through Florida Thursday.
These Central Florida eateries were forced to shut down over health violations
Read full article: These Central Florida eateries were forced to shut down over health violationsLast week, nine more restaurants across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.
POLITICALLY MOTIVATED: Gas tax savings debunked, progress on Florida budget and new details on property tax relief
Read full article: POLITICALLY MOTIVATED: Gas tax savings debunked, progress on Florida budget and new details on property tax reliefGimmick or gamechanger? The debate over suspending the state and federal gas tax, the real issues dividing the Florida legislature as they work on a budget and new details on Governor Desantis' elusive plan to eliminate property taxes.
Scattered summerlike storms possible Wednesday. Here’s when the 90s return
Read full article: Scattered summerlike storms possible Wednesday. Here’s when the 90s returnAnother round of scattered showers and storms is expected across Central Florida on Wednesday, with the greatest storm coverage developing between I4 and the coast.
The original Lioness: Kay Rawlins leaves soccer legacy
Read full article: The original Lioness: Kay Rawlins leaves soccer legacyOrlando City and Orlando Pride co-founder Kay Rawlins sits down with News 6 Sports Director Jamie Seh. Recently retired from her positions with the soccer clubs, she reflects back on the early days which transformed Orlando into a soccer capital.
Trooper Steve on Patrol: The Salvation Army’s mission in Central Florida never stops
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol: The Salvation Army’s mission in Central Florida never stopsEvery single day, the Salvation Army is helping families find food, shelter, support, and stability during some of the hardest moments of their lives.
🐢Everyday Wild: Gopher tortoises, Florida’s underground neighborhood, and why we keep building on it
Read full article: 🐢Everyday Wild: Gopher tortoises, Florida’s underground neighborhood, and why we keep building on itJoey Manna travels to a Gainesville-area state park to photograph Florida’s gopher tortoise and meets Katherine Saylor of Defenders of Wildlife, who explains why this keystone species—and the fire-dependent, high-and-dry habitat it relies on—is disappearing fast. The search reveals a surprising truth: gopher tortoises (and the conservation choices that protect them) aren’t just “out there” in the wilderness—they’re often right in our own neighborhoods