Orange County School Board votes to keep contested animal reproduction book in middle schools
A children’s book that includes illustrations of animals mating will remain on the shelves of several Orange County middle school libraries after a divided school board vote, despite objections from some parents and board members.
'Do not approach': Sumter County deputies search for 12-year-old girl believed to be armed
Authorities are searching for a 12-year-old girl believed to be armed in Sumter County, the sheriff’s office said.
Animal reproduction book in middle schools
A children’s book that includes illustrations of animals mating will remain on the shelves of several Orange County middle school libraries after a divided school board vote, despite objections from some parents and board members.
Winter weather in Orlando: Freeze watches issued, near-freezing temperatures expected
Despite waking up to mostly dry and mild weather this morning, scattered showers will move in heading into this afternoon.
Crew-11 begins early return to Earth after medical issue
NASA’s Crew-11 mission began its return to Earth after undocking from the International Space Station, ending the flight about a month earlier than planned because of a medical issue involving one astronaut.
UPS plane crash update: Part that broke failed 4 times on other aircraft years ago
The NTSB said Boeing previously warned plane owners in 2011 about a flawed part and that it contributed to the engine flying off a UPS plane before it crashed.
Florida cold front: county-by-county forecast, timeline, how cold it could get
Two back-to-back cold fronts are expected to sweep across Florida this week and weekend, bringing with it near-freezing morning temperatures to parts of Orlando and Central Florida. Near the Florida-Georgia state line, there is a small chance of some snow flurries to form.
Florida mom sentenced to life in prison in killing of 10-year-old son
A Florida mother has been sentenced to life in prison after pleading no contest in the killing of her 10-year-old son, a case prosecutors described as one of the most heartbreaking crimes the community has seen.
School resource officer accused of misconduct with student
A school resource officer assigned to Seminole High School has been arrested and fired after authorities accused him of inappropriate conduct involving a 17-year-old student.
Titusville police arrest woman accused of graffiti spree
Police in Titusville arrested a woman accused of vandalizing multiple downtown businesses after investigators said she left her own social media handle on the buildings she allegedly defaced.
DeSantis appoints Adam Tanenbaum to Florida’s Supreme Court
Governor Ron DeSantis announced that he is appointing Adam Tanenbaum to the Florida Supreme Court during a news conference at Seminole High School on Wednesday morning.
Report reveals which Costco items can pay for the annual membership
Several discounted items can effectively offset the cost of a Costco membership, according to a recent report.
Ex-cop assigned to Seminole High School arrested, accused of lewd comment towards student: Police
A former police officer with the Sanford Police Department has been arrested, accused of having inappropriate conversations with a high school student, the agency said.
2 Gainesville police officers wounded in ambush
Two Gainesville police officers were shot and wounded after being ambushed while responding to a report of a fatal shooting outside a lumber business along University Avenue, authorities said. The officers returned fire, killing the suspect.
Recall of cheese products upgraded to highest danger level over Listeria-causing bacteria: FDA
The Food and Drug Administration announced that a recall of cheese products has been upgraded to the most serious risk category after testing positive for a potentially deadly bacteria, Listeria monocytogenes.
Oglala Sioux Tribe says 3 members arrested in Minneapolis remain in ICE custody
The president of the Oglala Sioux Tribe is calling for the immediate release of tribal members who were detained by ICE and remain in custody at the Whipple Federal Building.
College basketball player gunned down on Nashville freeway, police hunting for suspects
A 20-year-old Fisk University basketball player was shot and killed while riding in a car on Interstate 65 in Nashville, police said.
Walz impeachment articles drafted by Minnesota House lawmakers
Arguing that “[taxpayers] are demanding accountability of their elected officials," Minnesota House Republicans are set to introduce articles of impeachment against Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.
SpaceX set to launch Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral
A Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force’s Space Launch Complex 40 on Jan. 14, 2026.
Rolling Loud 2026 lineup announced for Orlando stop
Playboi Carti, YoungBoy Never Broke Again and Don Toliver will headline Rolling Loud when the festival takes over Camping World Stadium this summer.