Summer barbecues, birthday parties, winter holiday dinners — all these food-focused celebrations are prime times for dogs to chow down on something that doesn’t agree with them.

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.

The holiday season often makes last-minute shopping a challenge, especially for those who left the big grocery-store trip at the bottom of their to-do list.

As winter break approaches, many Orange County families are facing a familiar concern: how to put food on the table when school meals stop.

For many teens, the holidays don’t feel joyful at all.

As you scroll through social media, be cautious of misleading ads and fake websites designed to steal your money.

This has been a year of firsts. The Catholic Church elected its first pope born in the U.S. Donald Trump became the first American president in the modern era to return to office after losing re-election. And Americans spent more money on Black Friday, yet brought home fewer items.

As we trade turkey and cranberry sauce for candy canes and twinkling lights, households across the country are gearing up for another food-centric celebration: Christmas.

For centuries, winter has been a time for scary stories as people gave form to their fears of the dark. From Gryla in Iceland to the Kallikantzari in Greece, many of the stories seem to be intended as a last-ditch effort to scare naughty children straight. Take the Central European legend of the Krampus.

Trooper Steve answers viewer questions about the rules of the road.

After Cyber Monday comes Giving Tuesday.  It’s a day that began back in 2012 and is dedicated to supporting nonprofit organizations and giving back to others.

Melbourne Main Street wants to know who took two giant Christmas decorations from a downtown display.

News 6 explains the final few new Florida laws set to take effect on Jan. 1, 2026.

Thousands crowd into stores across Central Florida on Black Friday.

From meeting Santa and snow tubing to Broadway-style shows and a spectacular light show, find out why this holiday event is a must-visit for families and holiday lovers.

Understanding how to give wisely, and safely, has never been more important.

Nearly 90% of holiday travelers in the U.S. will hit the road for Thanksgiving.

Hundreds of Central Florida families found holiday relief as the Orange County Sheriff’s Office gave away 600 turkeys just days before Thanksgiving.

Walt Disney World has announced a star-studded list of celebrity narrators for the 2025 season of EPCOT’s “Candlelight Processional.”

A team of 40 expert ice carvers spent over a month crafting 2 million pounds of ice sculptures that bring the classic 1964 stop-motion special to life across a 20,000-square-foot exhibit.

Throughout the park, guests can immerse themselves in festive cheer from around the world, from Holiday Kitchens, and the Candlelight Processional.

News 6 is kicking off the annual Salvation Army Angel Tree program to get results for families across Central Florida.

A private company managing housing near Tyndall Air Force Base in Florida has told residents to remove Christmas decorations until after Thanksgiving.

This week, Publix has revealed what customers can get their hands on for the holidays — without paying a dime.

Before the season ends, Florida's native grocery chain is celebrating Christmas in July with a new offering at its stores.

Altamonte Springs’ “Red Hot & Boom” event kicked off Thursday with a downpour of rain and thunder. 

Across Central Florida, as communities crack down on these rentals, Airbnb itself is explaining what it’s doing to eliminate party homes.

Several Central Florida cities are hosting fireworks shows on July 4th - Sanford, Winter Springs, Celebration, St. Cloud, to name a few - but not Oviedo for a second year in a row.

A big building project in Daytona Beach has been nearly sitting still for six years, and many people say it’s become an eyesore.

After more than a year of nightly disruptions, the Orange County Board of Commissioners has approved a new ordinance restricting fireworks use to just three days.

Mother's Day is just around the corner and millions of adult children will travel home for the holiday.

Folklorist Tok Thompson, a professor of anthropology and communications at USC, writes for The Conversation on the origins of the long and interesting journey this mythical figure has taken from European prehistory to today.