Looking for an outdoor adventure? Orlando Tree Trek Adventure Park offers exciting aerial courses, ziplines, and swinging bridges for all ages.
A man was arrested Sunday after an hourslong standoff with deputies at a Kissimmee mobile home, authorities said.
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.
Gaylord Palms brings a frosty, family-friendly holiday spectacle to Florida with ICE!, a newly redesigned ice-carving experience featuring scenes from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.
The Kissimmee Police Department has launched a new online reporting system that allows people to report certain non-emergency incidents digitally without needing an officer to respond in person.
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.
The body of a U.S. Air Force veteran has remained at a Kissimmee funeral home for more than a month, as a government shutdown leaves his caregiver struggling to secure funeral benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Osceola County School District officials say the district is only two points away from earning an A grade, but leaders acknowledge challenges remain — including concerns from some parents about the recent integration of the Exceptional Student Education (ESE) program into general classrooms.
While the threat of a recession seems to have abated, there’s another danger looming over Florida’s future, UCF economist Sean Snaith announced in his latest forecast.
SNAP benefits for thousands of families here in Central Florida are cut off, leaving many scrambling to afford the food they need, including local seniors.
Months after a scheduled groundbreaking at Brownie Wise Park in Kissimmee, construction on the Wings of the Rainbow — an artistic tribute to the victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting — has not started, leaving survivors and community members asking what happened to the long-promised project.
Many in Jamaica are without power and unable to contact loved ones while reeling from blocked roads, torn roofs, and other damage caused by Hurricane Melissa.
A crash in the Carver Shores area of Orange County on Thursday evening left a woman and nine children hospitalized, according to Orlando police.
A judge on Tuesday dismissed testimony from a new witness who said he falsely identified inmate Michael Rigby in a 2008 attempted robbery, leaving Rigby’s conviction in place despite the witness’s recantation.
Kissimmee is preparing to accept a $200,000 grant from the Florida Department of Children and Families to fund a pilot program aimed at addressing homelessness in the city.
News 6 meteorologist Michelle Morgan updates Central Florida on a developing tropical system, forecast rain, and warm temperatures in the latest Pinpoint Weather update.
A man who may have been posing as an Uber driver allegedly tried to kidnap a woman early Saturday near a gas station in Osceola County, and the sheriff’s office is asking the public for help identifying him.
The Osceola County Sheriff’s Office has clarified that a recent case involving an Uber driver who allegedly tried to kidnap a woman early Saturday near a gas station is not a kidnapping after further investigation.
U.S. 17-92 was shut down south of Kissimmee on Thursday as Osceola County crews dealt with a fire at a nearby scrap yard, according to the fire department.
In Osceola County, some local food pantries are seeing a marked increase in demand as the ongoing government shutdown places many employees in precarious financial positions. With food prices rising, residents who have lost paychecks are turning to community assistance programs to get by.
A 49-year-old man was arrested Monday evening following a hostage situation at the Heritage Park Inn, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.
Andrew Baseggio pleaded guilty earlier this year to felony battery, witness tampering, and official misconduct as part of a deal with prosecutors.
A coalition of local businesses in Kissimmee is trying to grow its neighborhood-watch–style safety group aimed at protecting employees, visitors and the tourism industry by sharing information and coordinating with law enforcement and emergency management.
Last week, a dozen more eateries across Central Florida were told to close temporarily after a visit from a health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.
Osceola County is taking steps to address worsening traffic on one of its most congested roads, Canoe Creek Road. A study focused on a 4.65-mile segment of Canoe Creek Road from Deer Run Road to U.S. 192 found that traffic on this stretch is expected to double by 2050.
Kissimmee is ready to revamp what was once a thriving shopping center. On Tuesday night, city staff will present the commission with a proposal to redevelop the old Kmart and Big Lots site on West Vine Street.
The event, featuring thrilling competitions in barrel racing, saddle bronc riding, and bull riding, promises a night of family entertainment while supporting educational opportunities for local students.
The Kissimmee Fire Department has activated a new Fire Station Alerting (FSA) system designed to significantly improve emergency response times and enhance firefighter safety.
Osceola County Sheriff Chris Blackmon said Jose Astacio, 30, was arrested by the Miami-Dade County Robbery Intervention Unit in Hialeah on Wednesday.
With rapid development reshaping Osceola County, city officials in Kissimmee are moving forward with a long-term plan to revitalize an approximately 5-mile section of Vine Street while seeking to create neighborhood charm.
A Kissimmee man was not injured after being a victim of a road rage shooting on Interstate 95, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Kissimmee is offering relief grants to small businesses still struggling to bounce back from the COVID-19 pandemic.
A small, mother-and-daughter–owned dance and music studio in downtown Kissimmee is facing growing financial strain as changing U.S. tariffs and international shipping decisions push up the cost of imported supplies and disrupt long-standing vendor relationships.
Osceola County deputies are searching for a missing 87-year-old man who was last seen driving near Kissimmee, according to the sheriff’s office.
The City of Kissimmee has been installing a traffic signal at the intersection of Ball Park Road and Dyer Boulevard as part of a $1 million traffic-improvement project intended to improve safety and traffic flow along one of North Kissimmee’s busiest corridors.
The initiative targeted alleged street-level sales of fentanyl and cocaine behind a commercial retail plaza in North Kissimmee and in close proximity to schools and daycares.
Osceola County deputies say their “eye in the sky” helped catch three teens accused of breaking into a construction site and going for a joyride on heavy equipment.
Kissimmee leaders are continuing their push to make the city a premier destination for tourists and professionals by approving an $180 million-plus redevelopment of the civic center site, transforming it into a luxury hotel and a state-of-the-art convention center.
A man who was reported missing last week out of Kissimmee hasn’t been heard from since last year, according to police.
A man is accused of exposing himself to a 16-year-old girl in Osceola County after she got off of her school bus, according to the sheriff’s office.
A person was hospitalized after a "motor vehicle and pedestrian incident" involving an Orange County Fire Rescue medical transport unit, according to a spokesperson for the fire department.
The official tourism marketing corporation in Kissimmee is actively working to attract visitors from Canada to the many attractions of Central Florida, amid concerns over international tariffs and border tensions.
Last week, over a dozen more Central Florida restaurants were forced to close — at least temporarily — over concerns brought by health inspectors, according to the Florida DBPR.
Kissimmee city commissioners are set to ratify an agreement with the firefighters’ union that will change firefighter shifts but also increase costs for homeowners.
I’m proud to be streaming live from the Hoops with Heroes Basketball Youth Camp, an event powered by the Kissimmee Police Department that goes beyond the badge to build bridges through basketball.
A 51-year-old Kissimmee woman was arrested, accused of grabbing and pushing a 17-year-old during a parade at Disney’s Magic Kingdom, an arrest report stated.
As the investigation into Madeline Soto's death continues, News 6 provides a timeline of events stemming back to her initial disappearance.
Following his arrest, detectives interviewed Melvin Echevarria-Alvarez at the jail. Based on evidence and the interview, a search warrant was served at his residence in the Vineland Landings Apartments in Kissimmee.
A woman is accused of fatally stabbing her fiancé during an argument on Saturday at Westgate Vacation Villas, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.
A 31-year-old man died after being tased during a struggle with deputies who attempted to detain him early Sunday morning in Osceola County, the sheriff’s office said.
A motorcyclist was killed in a crash on Pleasant Hill Road in Osceola County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
The program, designed to create employment opportunities for intellectually diverse adults, provided participants with hands-on experience in various hotel operations, from housekeeping to banquet services.
Teenagers interested in learning more about law enforcement have an opportunity to see what it’s like to be a Kissimmee police officer through its Explorer youth program.
To figure out which places were considered the “most educated,” researchers looked at factors like degree holders, local school quality, and nearby learning opportunities.
Osceola County officials say people can expect relief in a couple of years as the county plans to build more roads, funded by increased mobility fees paid by developers.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission announced it is undertaking a large-scale, unprecedented $2.35 million restoration effort over the next two years to restore native plants in and around Lake Kissimmee.
The Kissimmee and St. Cloud Fire Departments have just been recognized among Florida’s top six pediatric emergency care providers.
A couple of large stretches of Florida’s Turnpike are slated to be fully closed down amid construction efforts on the highway this week, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
