Mattel indoor water park: Plans filed for Orlando location
Mattel, a toy and entertainment company, is moving forward with plans to bring an indoor water park with Barbie and Hot Wheels attractions to Central Florida.
A 'corruption': Rep. Maxwell Frost says taxpayer dollars used for ICE, not community
Rep. Maxwell Frost, D-Fla. addressed gun violence in a Jan. 18 press conference, including what's going on with ICE around the country, he said. "In Central Florida, we won't stand for it. We stand together for our immigrants," he said.
US plans to build nuclear reactor on the moon by 2030, NASA says
NASA and the Department of Energy (DOE) on Tuesday announced plans to develop a nuclear reactor for the surface of the moon by 2030.
Charlie Kirk murder: Defense attorneys for suspect Tyler Robinson seeking to disqualify prosecutors
Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old Utah man charged with shooting and killing Charlie Kirk is due back in court Friday where his attorneys are asking the judge to disqualify prosecutors in the case over an alleged conflict of interest.
Orlando weather: Coldest air in years arrives, another cold snap on the way for Central Florida
The coldest air we've felt in just over three years has arrived in Central Florida.
Florida governor candidate proposes 'sin tax' on OnlyFans creators
Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate James Fishback is proposing a hefty crackdown on OnlyFans creators in the state.
Florida candidate for governor proposes 50% OnlyFans tax
A Republican candidate for Florida governor says he would seek to impose a 50% income tax on OnlyFans creators who live in the state, arguing the measure would deter participation on the platform and generate revenue for education.
Flagler County couple charged with neglect after deputies find filthy home
A Flagler County couple is facing neglect charges after deputies said they found an infant and an elderly man living in a home filled with roaches, trash, and human feces.
Florida citrus growers monitor freeze, but damage unlikely as temperatures hover above danger zone
A brief cold snap across Florida has residents worrying about pipes and plants, but citrus growers say the latest round of chilly weather is not yet severe enough to threaten fruit.
Loose dogs spark fear, calls for tougher enforcement in Volusia County
Residents in a Volusia County neighborhood say two loose dogs have been roaming the area for months, threatening pets and leaving neighbors fearful in their own homes.
Prosecutors: Betting scheme bribed dozens of players to rig NCAA, Chinese basketball games
Federal prosecutors say a wide-ranging gambling scheme that manipulated college and international basketball games involved dozens of players, millions of dollars in wagers and bribes, and extended across multiple seasons and countries.
Oviedo police officers gift student bike to get to school safely
Oviedo police officers a middle school student with a new bike, helmet and lock to ensure she has a safe way to get to school.
Ocala adventure park offers ziplines, horseback tours and kayaking
Visitors to Marion County can experience high-flying thrills at The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park. It is set just north of Ocala in a 100-year-old limestone quarry, located at a significant elevation.
Florida House passes bill to allow 18-year-olds to buy rifles
The Florida House passed a bill Thursday that would lower the minimum age to purchase rifles and other long guns to 18, reversing restrictions enacted after the 2018 Parkland school shooting.
These jobs will be in highest demand as 2026 job market stays highly competitive
A recent report found that overall, jobs in healthcare continue to have the strongest hiring outlook with the most in-demand roles being registered nurses, physical therapists, respiratory therapists and many more.
Judge denies qualified immunity for deputies in Target shooting
A judge has ruled that Osceola County sheriff’s deputies involved in a deadly shooting at a Target store in April 2022 will not receive qualified immunity, calling their actions an “egregious violation of constitutional rights.”
VIDEO: Construction workers jump across roofs mid-ICE raid in Los Angeles County
Construction workers in Montebello jumped across roofs to get away from ICE agents in Los Angeles County.
Gainesville shooting deemed random after man killed, officers shot
Police say a deadly shooting at a Gainesville lumberyard that left one man dead and two officers wounded was a random act driven by a mental health crisis.
Oviedo police officers gift student bike to get to school safely
Oviedo police officers surprised Jackson Heights Middle School student Kadira with a new bike, helmet and lock to ensure she has a safe way to get to school.
2025 was one of the hottest years on record, data finds
2025 became one of Earth’s warmest year on record, according to data. Here’s where the year ranked.