Seminole County’s on-demand transportation service, SCOUT, has reached a significant milestone — six months on the road — and the numbers tell a story of rapid growth alongside real growing pains.
Orange County’s plans to widen McCulloch Road — a 1-mile stretch running from Lockwood Boulevard to North Tanner Road near the Orange and Seminole county line — have drawn pushback from Seminole County commissioners, who say they were left out of the conversation.
As Orange County Public Schools moves forward with plans to close seven schools, some families say they are facing uncertainty over how their children will get to class.
Drivers across Central Florida are feeling the impact of rising gas prices following recent U.S. attacks on Iran.
Orange County and Apopka city leaders will hold a public meeting to discuss ways to improve all aspects of road travel, including vehicles, walking, bicycling and public transit.
Finding accessible parking at Orlando International Airport can difficult for disabled drivers, according to disabled veteran and travel influencer Sylvia Longmire.
The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority has confirmed to News 6 that United Airlines flight 2323 from Chicago “experienced an issue upon landing” Sunday at Orlando International Airport, leading to its passengers being disembarked.
Many Seminole County residents are adjusting to major changes in public transportation after eight LYNX bus routes officially ended this week, replaced by a county-run, on-demand ride-sharing service called Scout.
Holiday travel is peaking at Orlando International Airport as thousands of passengers head home from New Year’s vacations or begin trips to kick off 2026.
Holiday travel is expected to break records again this year, with more than 122 million Americans projected to be on the move, according to AAA.
The Central Florida Expressway Authority has approved the Southport Connector Project, a controversial 15-mile highway designed to ease traffic from Poinciana Parkway to the Turnpike.
The Orlando Police Department is looking to hire more officers to help deal with a backlog of vehicle-for-hire permit renewals and requests.
SunRail is expanding its late-night service by adding two extra trains, offering Central Florida residents more options for getting around.
Seminole County is transforming an empty parking lot at Seminole State College into a major charging hub for its SCOUT ride-hailing service, marking a significant expansion of the county’s electric transportation infrastructure.
The county has allocated millions of dollars for road improvements to keep up with rapid population growth, which is expected to increase by 50% by 2040.
Members will vote on protecting a right-of-way corridor needed for a potential extension connecting the commuter rail line to Orlando International Airport.
According to the county, it’s likely construction on the final phase of the C.R. 419 project won’t begin for a while. It could take up to two years for the design, approvals, and bidding process alone.
A ground stop was called at Orlando International Airport due to an equipment outage, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
It’s a Wednesday afternoon at Sheila Rashy’s home in Altamonte Springs and she’s less than two miles away from the grocery store, the mall, and the nearest hospital. There’s only one problem: She can’t get there.
Bright markings at trail crossings have been popping up across the county in recent years as part of an effort to put penny sales tax dollars toward safety improvements.
The district will introduce an advanced, real-time communication system and fixed bus routes for drivers to improve student safety.
As Seminole County gets ready to launch a new public transportation system this fall, we’re finally learning how much it will cost riders who plan to use “SCOUT” to get to work, school, doctors appointments, and more.
The Central Florida Expressway Authority will meet today to discuss how to manage this rapid growth. On the agenda is a review of Osceola County’s population, which has exceeded projections, and an evaluation of infrastructure needs to alleviate traffic.
Rashad Bradley has been riding the bus in Pine Hills since 1994. Now, for the first time, he can catch a bus at the brand-new LYNX Transfer Station in Pine Hills.
Volusia County leaders are set to unveil a new $1.7 billion budget proposal Tuesday that includes major investments in public transit, housing, and storm recovery, while holding the line on property taxes.
You've heard it before: Manufacturing in the U.S. is a thing of the past. It's all been outsourced - gone overseas for good. But in Sanford, Florida, one luxury RV manufacturer is proving otherwise.
Rumors of a high-tech “Loop” transit system in Orlando’s International Drive Resort Area are picking up speed, sparked by buzz around a possible partnership between Universal and Elon Musk’s The Boring Company
JetBlue Flight 488’s nose gear ended up in the grass after the plane went off the taxiway, a spokesperson said in a statement.
This October, you may be requesting a rideshare instead of waiting for a bus in Seminole County. On Thursday, the county shared details on social media about its new on-demand transportation service.
Construction is now complete to replace the old drawbridge connecting Lake and Volusia counties above the St. Johns River near DeLand, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
For years, buses have been the backbone of Seminole County's public transportation system, but this fall your ride will be on-demand and hopefully take you door-to-door.
As growth continues to be an ongoing concern in Orange County, leaders are meeting to discuss the future of transportation for the region.
AAA is out with its 2025 Memorial Day weekend forecast, predicting another year with Orlando at the top of its list for domestic travel destinations.
A plan to expand the SunRail system to include service from Orlando International Airport to the theme parks could reshape transportation in the Central Florida region.
County staff presented the Board of County Commissioners with information they’ve received from possible private vendors, schools, hospitals, and cities that have taken buses to see just how many riders are using the most popular routes.
Offering E-Pass customers tiered savings of up to 25%, the savings are determined by the number of transactions per transponder each month on the CFX network.
Florida-based Spirit Airlines is getting in the spirit of 407 Day by offering flights from Orlando International Airport to 23 destinations starting at $40.70.
Officials say a Southwest Airlines flight almost took off from a taxiway — rather than a runway — at a central Florida airport on Thursday before an air traffic controller stopped the plane.
People who live off of Sawgrass Bay Boulevard in Clermont are planning a protest over the planned connector road between Lake and Orange counties.
The Lake County Commission voted to move forward with a grant application that will help the county continue to invest in public transportation services.
Just like you see rising costs at home or in your business, school districts across Central Florida are dealing with inflation and skyrocketing manufacturing costs post-pandemic.
The City of Orlando is casting a crucial vote Monday to help fund a $6 million study for the expansion of SunRail.
A new study finds Orlando International Airport was the subject of more luggage-handling complaints than any other major U.S. airport over a period of 10 years.
Construction work will ramp up along Interstate 4 in Polk and Osceola counties to add more lanes and reduce congestion, according to a press release from the Florida Department of Transportation.
INRIX studies congestion in around 1,000 metro areas, and of the 300 areas they studied in the U.S., Orlando ranks number 38, with drivers losing 27 hours a year waiting in traffic.
A newly formed citizen advisory board tasked with overseeing Orange County’s transportation issues held its first meeting Thursday evening, following voter approval of its funding in last November’s general election.
Some passengers at Orlando International Airport were scrambling to rebook flights amid cancellations because of a midair collision in Washington, D.C.
The way is paved for safety work to begin on seven railroad crossings throughout Melbourne, Cocoa and Brevard County upon the reciept of a highly sought-after $4.9 million grant from the Federal Railroad Administration.
Commissioners in Osceola County questioned the benefits the proposed Sunshine Corridor would bring to their constituents after FDOT requested a $500,000 investment in the project.
Nearly two million travelers are estimated to pass through Orlando International Airport during the Thanksgiving travel period. We checked in during what was expected to be the busiest day of them all.
With nearly 2 million travelers expected to pass through Orlando International Airport for the Thanksgiving holiday, the weather isn’t the only variable that may impact travel times.
No severe injuries were reported among the more than 250 people on board Scandinavian Airlines flight SK957, which had to turn around after the plane experienced turbulence strong enough to warrant an inspection.
Orange County's $100 million Accelerated Transportation Safety Program targets safer streets and transit for all residents.
Seminole County is looking at a major overhaul of the LYNX transportation service next year. The Board of County Commissioners wants to cut costs and one way they can do that is by cutting routes.
It has been close to two weeks since Hurricane Milton hit and in Volusia County near Orange City, that is how long it's been since some residents have been able to access their house.
SunRail officials announced that the commuter rail service will resume normal operations after being stopping for Hurricane Milton.
Orlando International Airport has forecast a 1.4% increase in passenger traffic during the 2024 Labor Day travel period compared to last year.
Over 90% of United Airlines flight attendants represented by the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA have voted to authorize a strike if management fails to agree to signifigant improvements, according to a news release.
For some, SunRail would make commuting and getting to and from some parts of our area, a breeze. To that, we’ve seen mixed results.
With the school year about to begin, some Central Florida School Districts are urgently trying to fill their vacant school bus driver positions.
A grand opening celebration is planned at the new SunRail station in DeLand just days before service is set to begin, connecting the quaint city to points south, all the way to Poinciana.
In the days since a botched software update pushed to Windows users worldwide brought several major U.S. airlines to a halt, the U.S. Department of Transportation now says it’s investigating Delta over why it still hasn’t fully restored operations.
Major airlines including Delta, United and American report ground stops due to a global technology disruption.
