Orange County faces financial strain as new homelessness law looms
Orange County leaders are grappling with the financial implications of House Bill 1365, set to take effect in October. The new law mandates that counties and cities prevent people from camping and sleeping in public spaces, instead providing designated areas for the homeless.
Family of former Orlando Magic player killed in shooting searches for closure
The family of former Orlando Magic player Adrien Payne is still wanting closure two years after he was fatally shot.
UCF football season tickets are sold out, but you can still snag some seats: Here's how
UCF Athletics announced that a limited number of single-game tickets will go on sale later this week.
Orlando is getting a passport office
Orlando will soon be home to one of six new passport offices being created in the U.S.
Chicago-based Portillo's opening third Orlando-area restaurant
The Chicago-based chain, known for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches and chocolate cake, announced Tuesday it would open its third Orlando-area location by the end of 2024. This marks the seventh location in Florida.
Florida welcomes new food chains: What's recently opened & what's coming soon
Here's a look at some of the nationwide and regional chain restaurants that are making their way to Florida, or have recently opened up locations.
19-year-old killed, woman hurt in Orange County double shooting: deputies
A man was killed and a woman was wounded in a double shooting in Orange County early Tuesday, according to deputies.
Special runoff election to fill Orlando's District 5 city commission seat on Tuesday
A special runoff election will take place on Tuesday to fill Orlando's District 5 City Commission seat.
Orlando food truck heist leaves owner devastated
The Island Kitchen and Grill food truck was stolen over the weekend, leaving its owner devastated and out of business.
Crayola wants to reunite Orlando-area adults with their childhood artwork
You might have seen billboards put up in the Orlando area depicting elementary school students' artwork from the past. The art supply company is looking to connect with the now-adults who created the artwork back in the day.
2 Orlando restaurants ranked among Florida's 'most legendary': report
Southern Living ranked the "most legendary" restaurants in Florida.
Family of Orlando dad looking for hit-and-run driver who killed him: 'I won’t stop'
The family of an Orlando father who was killed in a hit-and-run crash continues to look for the driver.
Girl,12, found safe after Florida Missing Child Alert issued
The Orlando Police Department says its officers are actively searching for a girl reported missing in the Parramore neighborhood.
Sunday last day to vote early in Orlando District 5 commission race
Sunday was the last day for early voting in Orlando’s special election for District 5 commissioner. Two candidates are vying for the seat, Shaniqua Rose and Travaris McCurdy.
2 killed in single-car crash on Ocoee Apopka Road
Two people were killed after their vehicle crashed into a tree and a brick wall early Saturday morning in Orange County, according to Ocoee Police.
Hit-and-run crash leaves bicyclist dead in Orlando, police say
A bicyclist is dead after a hit-and-run crash early Sunday morning in Orlando, according to the Orlando Police Department.
Orlando sees significant drop in violent crime in 2024: report
According to Orlando Police Chief Eric Smith, violent crime in the city has decreased this year.
Test Track at Walt Disney World's Epcot park to temporarily close
Disney posted on its website that a popular attraction at Epcot would temporarily close in the coming days, but it remains unclear for how long.
Central Florida homeless outreach group running out of food, desperate for donations
Homeless outreach group Matthew's Hope says it's in a pretty dire situation with food donations.
27-year-old motorcyclist killed in crash on 408 in Orlando: FHP
A 27-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a crash on SR-408 in Orlando on Friday afternoon, according to Florida Highway Patrol.