Great American State Fair: Street closures, parking restrictions and what to know
The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its celebrations. Here's information on street closures, parking restrictions and what you need to know if you are attending.
The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its celebrations. Here's information on street closures, parking restrictions and what you need to know if you are attending.
Florida to execute man who killed his wife in 1992 on Thursday
A 74-year-old man convicted of fatally stabbing his wife decades ago is scheduled to be executed Thursday evening at Florida State Prison.
A 74-year-old man convicted of fatally stabbing his wife decades ago is scheduled to be executed Thursday evening at Florida State Prison.
Giraffe loose in Texas: $5K reward offered for information leading to capture, safe return
A giraffe is on the lam after escaping a Texas ranch.
A giraffe is on the lam after escaping a Texas ranch.
Germany vs Ecuador preview: Ecuador’s World Cup survival on the line in NYC, NJ
Germany faces Ecuador at New York New Jersey Stadium in a Group E World Cup match with major stakes for Ecuador and a local connection for fans across New York and New Jersey.
Germany faces Ecuador at New York New Jersey Stadium in a Group E World Cup match with major stakes for Ecuador and a local connection for fans across New York and New Jersey.
EDC Orlando 2026: Lineup announced, tickets on sale soon
Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Orlando, the large EDM festival, has revealed the lineup of artists for its 2026 event.
Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Orlando, the large EDM festival, has revealed the lineup of artists for its 2026 event.
Experts warn hot, humid summer could bring surge in mosquitoes
Central Florida residents may see a sharp increase in mosquitoes and other pests this summer as El Niño strengthens, bringing warmer and more humid conditions that favor insect activity, experts said.
Central Florida residents may see a sharp increase in mosquitoes and other pests this summer as El Niño strengthens, bringing warmer and more humid conditions that favor insect activity, experts said.
Murder suspect charged nearly 14 years after deadly Orange County restaurant shooting, deputies say
The Orange County Sheriff's Office said Wednesday it had enough evidence to charge a man with murder in the 2012 shooting death of a restaurant worker.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office said Wednesday it had enough evidence to charge a man with murder in the 2012 shooting death of a restaurant worker.
Suspect charged nearly 14 years after deadly restaurant shooting
The Orange County Sheriff's Office said Wednesday it had enough evidence to charge a man with murder in the 2012 shooting death of a restaurant worker. Calvin Washington, who was already in state prison on unrelated charges, is currently being held at the Orange County Jail.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office said Wednesday it had enough evidence to charge a man with murder in the 2012 shooting death of a restaurant worker. Calvin Washington, who was already in state prison on unrelated charges, is currently being held at the Orange County Jail.
Kennedy Space Center celebrates America's 250th with summer events
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is marking America's 250th anniversary with a monthlong series of events celebrating the nation's achievements in space exploration and aviation.
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is marking America's 250th anniversary with a monthlong series of events celebrating the nation's achievements in space exploration and aviation.
Family recounts violent carjacking as suspect faces multiple charges
A family visiting Central Florida said they feared for their lives after a man allegedly stole their minivan from a Clermont gas station, struck one of the victims with the vehicle and led law enforcement on a chase through Lake County.
A family visiting Central Florida said they feared for their lives after a man allegedly stole their minivan from a Clermont gas station, struck one of the victims with the vehicle and led law enforcement on a chase through Lake County.
Family recounts violent carjacking as suspect faces multiple charges
A family visiting Central Florida said they feared for their lives after a man allegedly stole their minivan from a Clermont gas station, struck one of the victims with the vehicle and led law enforcement on a chase through Lake County.
A family visiting Central Florida said they feared for their lives after a man allegedly stole their minivan from a Clermont gas station, struck one of the victims with the vehicle and led law enforcement on a chase through Lake County.
Altamonte Mall adds new stores as indoor shopping centers face challenges
While many indoor shopping malls across the United States continue to struggle, Altamonte Mall is expanding its tenant lineup with five new stores scheduled to open this summer and fall.
While many indoor shopping malls across the United States continue to struggle, Altamonte Mall is expanding its tenant lineup with five new stores scheduled to open this summer and fall.
Orlando police launch drone program to speed emergency response
Orlando police have launched a drone program to provide real-time video during qualifying 911 calls.
Orlando police have launched a drone program to provide real-time video during qualifying 911 calls.
Winter Springs releases dashcam video of tree crashing onto car to justify tree removal spending
Winter Springs city leaders have released dashcam footage showing the exact moment a massive tree crashed directly onto a moving car.
Winter Springs city leaders have released dashcam footage showing the exact moment a massive tree crashed directly onto a moving car.
Parents sue Snap after 12-year-old daughter was raped by adult man she met on Snapchat, lawsuit says
The parents of a girl who was raped when she was 12 years old by an adult stranger she met on Snapchat have sued its parent company and the attacker.
The parents of a girl who was raped when she was 12 years old by an adult stranger she met on Snapchat have sued its parent company and the attacker.
Orlando police launch drone program to speed emergency response
The Orlando Police Department has launched a Drone as a First Responder program that officials say will improve emergency response times and provide officers with real-time information before they arrive at 911 calls.
The Orlando Police Department has launched a Drone as a First Responder program that officials say will improve emergency response times and provide officers with real-time information before they arrive at 911 calls.
TSA says more than 300 drones have been seized near World Cup sites
Hundreds of "unauthorized" drones have been seized at FIFA World Cup sites since the tournament began earlier this month. Here's what to know.
Hundreds of "unauthorized" drones have been seized at FIFA World Cup sites since the tournament began earlier this month. Here's what to know.
Oklahoma Arby's manager faces felony charge after allegedly spitting in food, transmitting herpes
An Oklahoma Arby's manager faces a felony charge after she allegedly spat in a woman's food, leading the woman to contract herpes.
An Oklahoma Arby's manager faces a felony charge after she allegedly spat in a woman's food, leading the woman to contract herpes.
KSC celebrates America's 250th with summer events
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is marking America's 250th anniversary with a monthlong series of events celebrating the nation's achievements in space exploration and aviation.
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is marking America's 250th anniversary with a monthlong series of events celebrating the nation's achievements in space exploration and aviation.
Winter Springs defends tree removal spending after video shows tree crushing car
Winter Springs officials are defending more than $400,000 in spending on tree removal and maintenance after releasing dashcam video showing a tree crashing onto a moving vehicle and seriously injuring the driver.
Winter Springs officials are defending more than $400,000 in spending on tree removal and maintenance after releasing dashcam video showing a tree crashing onto a moving vehicle and seriously injuring the driver.