Hunters from all over the world are in the Everglades right now, competing to bring in the most Burmese pythons before the Florida Python Challenge wraps up on July 19.
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After $8,100 paid and months of delays, SwimShapes finished the job once News 6 started asking questions.
After departing from Florida earlier this month, a crew member aboard a Princess Cruises ship has now been declared dead, according to company officials.
Casselberry has warned residents that trash, recycling, and yard waste pickup could be delayed due to extreme heat and storms, with the city emphasizing employee safety as a priority. Waste Pro, the city's contracted sanitation company, may adjust collection times to protect workers from dangerous temperatures. Many residents expressed understanding and support for the precautions, with some even leaving refreshments out for crews. The city assures that delayed pickups will resume once conditions are safe for workers.
A lightning strike on Sunday sparked a fire at the Buena Vista Place Apartments, impacting 20 units. Orange County has since condemned the apartment building where the fire happened.
A Volusia County sheriff's sergeant was charged with two counts of felony battery after video captured him allegedly attacking a 71-year-old woman and her 77-year-old husband at a New Smyrna Beach bar while off-duty.
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.
The Daytona Beach Shores City Commission is set to consider a proposal to rename the city “The Shores.” A recent city survey found most respondents support the change, though some residents remain divided over the potential costs and loss of the well-known Daytona Beach name.
Orlando International Airport experienced one of its busiest travel weekends, with nearly 198,000 passengers expected on Friday and more than 1.4 million projected between Thursday and Monday. Despite the large crowds, security lines moved quickly and travelers reported a smoother experience than anticipated, though baggage claim areas were busier. Airport officials continued to advise arriving early and checking flight statuses. AAA forecasted record travel numbers for the Independence Day holiday, but the airport managed crowds effectively through Friday.
A Sorrento resident reached out to News 6’s Neighborhood Network after repeated rainwater runoff flooded her yard and she suspects nearby development may be changing drainage in the area.
While “Mattie’s Law” stalled in the state legislature this spring, a $600,000 pilot program was approved. “Mattie’s Biliary Atresia Newborn Screening Pilot Program” will begin with newborns at AdventHealth for Children.
Loved ones of 31-year-old Brittany Clark are mourning after officials say she was killed in an alligator attack in Seminole County. Family members say Clark loved the outdoors and spending time on the water.
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.
Titusville residents on Gibson Street say a septic-to-sewer construction project has repeatedly blocked access to their homes, and they want the city to clarify how much longer the disruptions will last.
An Apopka man accused of running a massive cryptocurrency investment fraud through Goliath Ventures has agreed to plead guilty, according to court records obtained by News 6 on Tuesday.
A St. Cloud foster parent accused of multiple child sex abuse felonies was reportedly caring for six foster children at the time of his arrest, raising questions about oversight within Florida’s foster care system.
Downtown DeLand businesses are adjusting hours, collaborating with neighbors and leaning on local support to weather a slower-than-average summer season.
A woman whose rented self-storage unit in Lake County was burglarized says an insurance company is refusing to pay her claim even though police arrested two people for the crime.
A longtime Park Avenue boutique is preparing for a major move after its owners say they were given just 30 days to leave the storefront they’ve occupied for decades.
A News 6 photographer spotted one on Monday: a gold-colored Tesla coupe with an obscured rear window, driving up Pine Hills Road in Orange County. The vehicle is a Tesla Cybercab, and we may see more of these cars in the future.
A couple returned from a quick shopping trip to find their Avonwood Court home in flames, with the Red Cross now helping them as investigators search for answers.
A community conversation moderated by News 6 anchor Julie Broughton with members of the LGBTQ+ community, allies, advocates, and local voices discussing healing, visibility, cultural shifts, community connection, and the work still ahead in Central Florida since Pulse.
New details are emerging about a deadly double shooting in Sanford’s historic Goldsboro neighborhood early Sunday morning from the witnesses who called 911 for help.
Next summer, Phase 1 of the “Connect Kissimmee” complete streets improvement project is set to begin, bringing a redesigned streetscape to downtown that's meant to improve connectivity for pedestrians, cyclists and public transit. It also means cutting speed limits and reducing traffic lanes in the downtown area.
Crashes 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.
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.
Carey Schreier planned to speak at Thursday night’s Eustis commission meeting, two weeks after she sat down with News 6 about the loaded shotgun she received from police.
Seminole County’s on-demand “SCOUT” micro-transit service keeps growing — but passengers say the wait times still need improvement since the transportation service first hit the road. Now, the county is hoping $1.5 million in state funding will continue to support its mission to make the service faster, more accessible and better connected for the thousands of riders who depend on it every day.
A homeowner in College Park reached out to News 6 out of frustration and concern about what he perceived as a lack of transparency from AT&T.
City leaders in downtown Orlando are considering major roadway changes that could convert several one-way streets into two-way roads as part of a broader redevelopment effort aimed at improving walkability and accessibility downtown.
The Central Florida Zoo is extending the quarantine period for the rescued sloths connected to Sloth World as the animals continue recovering from the conditions they arrived in one month ago.
A driver will not be charged after a crash along Interstate 4 left three people dead late last year, according to court records obtained by News 6.
Police officers attending a traffic safety conference in Orlando reported being denied entry to Disney Springs for wearing clothing with law enforcement logos, prompting Florida Lt. Governor Jay Collins to intervene.
A long-awaited project aims to improve safety and traffic flow along one of Osceola County’s most congested corridors, but years of delays have come with a steep price.
After 25 years at News 6 in Orlando, Louis Bolden is leaving for Fox 13 in Memphis, where he will be the main evening anchor. He reflects on career turning points and investigative wins.
Crews with Orange County Public works pumped more than 20,000 gallons of water into a large sinkhole in an unsuccessful attempt to determine if the sinkhole has stabilized.
A community conversation moderated by News 6 anchor Julie Broughton with members of the LGBTQ+ community, allies, advocates, and local voices discussing healing, visibility, cultural shifts, community connection, and the work still ahead in Central Florida since Pulse.
News 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.
A staff member received a written reprimand after Hitler image shown during morning announcements at Osceola High School.
The man accused of ambushing a Marion County deputy and then stabbing him multiple times is being held without bond, and now News 6 is learning this isn’t the first time he’s been violent with a member of law enforcement.
Sanford police have released body camera footage from the night a man allegedly set fire to a Buddhist temple before speeding off and leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase through multiple counties.
Residents of Winter Garden's Verde Park say the Florida Turnpike expansion has increased noise and caused property damage after trees were removed and traffic became more visible.
Pat Kelley, the long-time mayor of Minneola, is leaving city hall to hit the campaign trail. In a statement to News 6, Kelley said under his almost two decades as mayor of Minneola, the city has grown from 8,000 residents to 24,000, and brought things like an interchange for the Florida Turnpike, four new schools and a hospital.
Orange County leaders are advancing a proposal to build a homeless shelter in the Goldenrod area, a project supporters call a step toward long-term housing solutions, but one that’s drawing pushback from some neighbors.
The Caribbean Princess departed Port Canaveral Monday afternoon just hours after docking following a norovirus outbreak that sickened more than 100 passengers and crew members. Experts say the recent outbreaks have not slowed consumer demand for cruises.
Known in Orlando's indie music scene as "Uncle Lou," Cleon Williams, 62, has been inside the Orange County Jail for two days on an immigration hold.
After recent mail theft arrests, News 6 requested data from the federal government to see where the most mail thefts were reported in Central Florida ZIP Codes.
News 6 found the city began fining the couple in 2023. Some of those fines are accruing at up to $2,000 per day, pushing the total well past $500,000. The largest single fine exceeds $341,000.
After News 6 reached out directly, a WOW! spokesperson confirmed that the company would no longer be working with the subcontractor and outlined what other changes they would be making to prevent future incidents.
Newly released security video captures the moment a man set fire to a Buddhist temple in Sanford before leading law enforcement on a high-speed pursuit across multiple counties.
On Tuesday, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office told News 6 that this incident is under review by its Professional Standards Division.
Florida’s ever-popular grocery chain has plenty of interesting features, though one location in particular has an odd sight in store for visitors.
Neighbors tell News 6 they fear for their safety after a Horizon West homeowner reportedly spray-painted alarming messages on the home, prompting repeated law enforcement responses and a code enforcement complaint.
A new brush fire burning in Palm Bay’s ‘Compound’ area is prompting evacuations as a precaution. According to Palm Bay Fire Rescue, crews are battling a 100-acre fire in the Compound right now in the area of Madden and Olivia roads. It’s about 50% contained.
A Umatilla woman battling cancer found a dog on Facebook to help her through treatment, but she says it was all part of a lie, and now, she is out thousands of dollars.
Neighbors off Emerald Berry Drive say they’ve repeatedly contacted authorities and their HOA about a spray-painted home, and the sheriff's office says its Behavioral Response Unit will follow up to offer help and resources.
Crazy Hot Buys, the liquidation outlet store that opened at the Oviedo Mall on Black Friday, will be closing its doors next month - just five months after moving in to the former Sears location.
Nearly 10 months after Florida’s “Super Speeder” law took effect, court records reviewed by News 6 show outcomes for accused drivers have ranged from additional jail time and fines to at least one jury acquittal.
According to the district, the principal was transported to the hospital following the incident and is expected to make a full recovery and sustained only minor injuries.
Days after a Lake County substitute teacher was allegedly caught acting erratically in a high school classroom, News 6 is digging deeper into what exactly spurred the incident.
According to witnesses, the driver lost his front wheel before taking off, though he eventually drove through a construction barricade and got stuck in sand.
The city of Longwood is grappling with a growing number of underground utility strikes tied to fiber optic installation work — and one neighborhood is living with the consequences while city leaders are asking tough questions about what comes next.
The songs won’t be released, previewed, or heard anywhere else until guests experience them inside the attraction.
News 6 has obtained body camera video from the Volusia Sheriff’s Office that shows a deputy arresting a 14-year-old boy accused of picking up a baby alligator and swinging it by its tail.
The rollout marks a significant milestone for Central Florida, where driverless vehicles are now operating on public roads covering 60 square miles, including downtown Orlando and the tourism district.
The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office took to social media on Wednesday after a gang of 'young hoodlums' was caught engaging in mischief at a local park last week.
Residents at Pebble Creek in Lake Mary have returned to apartments that Seminole County still deems unsafe for occupancy, after reportedly being told by complex management they could go back despite no improvements being made.
The boy, visiting the area with his family from Georgia, became separated from them before bystanders pulled him from the water and performed CPR, the sheriff's office said.
News 6 confirmed that the driver of a Sumter County school bus carrying 29 kids and two adults, which was struck by a train last week, has been arrested on 29 counts of child neglect.
The Daytona Beach city auditor is speaking out after a tense city commission meeting put his findings — and his methods — under fire.
