Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Florida teen charged after hosting underage drinking party at Airbnb, police say
A Florida teen is accused of providing minors alcohol at a party through an Airbnb he booked in Melbourne.
A Florida teen is accused of providing minors alcohol at a party through an Airbnb he booked in Melbourne.
Watch: Airborne truck flies nearly 100 feet into Oregon home, driver charged
A 33-year-old Oregon man was charged after police say he sped through a construction site, sending his truck airborne nearly 100 feet into a home.
A 33-year-old Oregon man was charged after police say he sped through a construction site, sending his truck airborne nearly 100 feet into a home.
Florida man convicted in deadly crash caused by teen son to be sentenced
A Florida father convicted of manslaughter after allowing his unlicensed teen son to drive before a fatal crash in Osceola County in 2023 will be sentenced Wednesday.
A Florida father convicted of manslaughter after allowing his unlicensed teen son to drive before a fatal crash in Osceola County in 2023 will be sentenced Wednesday.
America 250: Students in grades K–8 invited to enter Bookmark Design Challenge
Students in grades K-8 across the country are invited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States by entering the Bookmark Design Challenge: Celebrating America’s 250th.
Students in grades K-8 across the country are invited to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States by entering the Bookmark Design Challenge: Celebrating America’s 250th.
Lake County Sheriff investigating body found near SR-429 and SR-46
The Lake County Sheriff's office is currently investigating a body found in a grassy area along State Road 429, Wednesday morning.
The Lake County Sheriff's office is currently investigating a body found in a grassy area along State Road 429, Wednesday morning.
Flying '9 to 5': Dollywood-themed flight takes passengers from Orlando to Knoxville this fall
Allegiant has partnered with Dollywood for a special flight from the Orlando area to Knoxville that will include themed experiences and surprises for passengers.
Allegiant has partnered with Dollywood for a special flight from the Orlando area to Knoxville that will include themed experiences and surprises for passengers.
Orlando man arrested after deputies find drugs, alcohol, and 25-plus minors at house party: Affidavit
Orange County deputies arrested a man after responding to a loud-party complaint at a residence on Geranium Ave. on February 14, where a large gathering of minors was found along with drugs, alcohol, and a firearm, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Orange County deputies arrested a man after responding to a loud-party complaint at a residence on Geranium Ave. on February 14, where a large gathering of minors was found along with drugs, alcohol, and a firearm, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Cape Canaveral proposes "Launch Fund" as residents report damage from rocket vibrations
Rocket concerns are rising on the Space Coast as the City of Cape Canaveral looks for funding to repair damage from increasingly frequent and powerful launches.
Rocket concerns are rising on the Space Coast as the City of Cape Canaveral looks for funding to repair damage from increasingly frequent and powerful launches.
Apopka man returns to fully renovated home after Hurricane Ian damage
In Apopka, 64-year-old Lorenzo Turner returned home after major repairs from Hurricane Ian damage. Through the Orange County Recovers program, his house was fully renovated with a new roof, remodeled interior, and accessibility upgrades. Turner, who had been living with severe damage for years, said seeing the transformation made him feel like he “hit the lottery.”
In Apopka, 64-year-old Lorenzo Turner returned home after major repairs from Hurricane Ian damage. Through the Orange County Recovers program, his house was fully renovated with a new roof, remodeled interior, and accessibility upgrades. Turner, who had been living with severe damage for years, said seeing the transformation made him feel like he “hit the lottery.”
Reports: Disney CEO wants Villains Land at Magic Kingdom to be bigger, bolder
Inside Walt Disney World, the parks may be known for princesses, but company leaders are now turning their focus to the bad guys.
Inside Walt Disney World, the parks may be known for princesses, but company leaders are now turning their focus to the bad guys.
Seminole County’s Scout van service faces long wait times amid high demand
A new Scout van ride service in Seminole County is proving so popular that long wait times are forcing some riders to cancel their trips, county officials say.
A new Scout van ride service in Seminole County is proving so popular that long wait times are forcing some riders to cancel their trips, county officials say.
Army veteran injured in 4-on-1 assault at downtown Orlando smoke shop
An Army veteran suffered a facial fracture after he was attacked by four men inside a downtown Orlando smoke shop Sunday night, according to police.
An Army veteran suffered a facial fracture after he was attacked by four men inside a downtown Orlando smoke shop Sunday night, according to police.
Embry-Riddle University lockdown lifted after no threat found on campus
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University was placed on lockdown late Tuesday after a threat was reported, but no threat was found and the lockdown has been lifted, according to officials.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University was placed on lockdown late Tuesday after a threat was reported, but no threat was found and the lockdown has been lifted, according to officials.
Embry-Riddle on lockdown after reported threat
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University remained on lockdown as police investigated a reported threat that prompted a large law enforcement response Tuesday night.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University remained on lockdown as police investigated a reported threat that prompted a large law enforcement response Tuesday night.
Army veteran injured in 4-on-1 assault in downtown Orlando
An Army veteran suffered a facial fracture after he was attacked by four men inside a downtown Orlando smoke shop Sunday night, according to police.
An Army veteran suffered a facial fracture after he was attacked by four men inside a downtown Orlando smoke shop Sunday night, according to police.
Car crashes into Orange City motel, displacing more than 50
A new Scout van ride service in Seminole County is proving so popular that long wait times are forcing some riders to cancel their trips, county officials say.
A new Scout van ride service in Seminole County is proving so popular that long wait times are forcing some riders to cancel their trips, county officials say.
Seminole County’s Scout van service faces long wait times amid high demand
A new Scout van ride service in Seminole County is proving so popular that long wait times are forcing some riders to cancel their trips, county officials say.
A new Scout van ride service in Seminole County is proving so popular that long wait times are forcing some riders to cancel their trips, county officials say.
Couple seeks answers after fertility clinic mix-up leads to wrong birth
A Central Florida couple is embroiled in a legal battle after giving birth to a child that was not genetically theirs due to a fertility clinic mix-up. The couple says the clinic has withheld information, and court filings reveal a chaotic labeling system may have contributed to the error.
A Central Florida couple is embroiled in a legal battle after giving birth to a child that was not genetically theirs due to a fertility clinic mix-up. The couple says the clinic has withheld information, and court filings reveal a chaotic labeling system may have contributed to the error.
Cape Canaveral seeks emergency fund for rocket damage
Rocket concerns are rising on the Space Coast as the city of Cape Canaveral looks for funding to repair damage from increasingly frequent and powerful launches. City officials are considering state and federal grants to create an emergency fund for both city infrastructure and affected residents.
Rocket concerns are rising on the Space Coast as the city of Cape Canaveral looks for funding to repair damage from increasingly frequent and powerful launches. City officials are considering state and federal grants to create an emergency fund for both city infrastructure and affected residents.