Today in History: May 16, Queen Elizabeth addresses US Congress
Queen Elizabeth II became the first British monarch to address the U.S. Congress, speaking to a joint meeting of both chambers during her state visit to the United States.
‘Looksmaxxing’ influencer Clavicular gets probation after alligator shooting video
Clavicular, the “looksmaxxing” influencer and streamer, has reached a resolution in the misdemeanor case filed after video apparently showed him shooting an alligator in the Everglades.
Mr. Ginger, youngest sloth treated by Central Florida Zoo, dies, adds to Sloth World death toll
The youngest sloth sent to the Central Florida Zoo from the ill-fated Sloth World attraction died on Friday, the zoo said. Three others died before Mr. Ginger passed on Friday.
New US House map in Florida accused of violating state ban on partisan gerrymandering
By DAVID A. LIEB and JEFFREY COLLINS New U.S. House districts that could help Republicans win several additional seats in Florida got their first test in court Friday against assertions…
Kodak Black facing charges in South Florida stemming from February traffic stop
A week after rapper Kodak Black was accused of drug trafficking charges in Orlando, the South Florida native is facing charges in Broward County stemming from a February traffic stop.
Orlando Sentinel 150: Environmentalists talk about Florida’s massive growth
Environmentalists spoke Thursday about Florida's massive growth and its impact on the state's environment as part of a panel for the Orlando Sentinel’s 150th anniversary commemorations.
Orange manslaughter case highlighted by Florida AG delayed as suspect seeks new lawyer
Orange County manslaughter case highlighted by Florida AG delayed as suspect seeks new lawyer on Friday.
Pictures: Sinkhole closes Wymore Road in Maitland
Wymore Road in Maitland remains closed after a sinkhole developed early Friday, May 15, 2026. Located just north of Maitland Blvd., the depression measuring about 25 feet in diameter is…
The hurricane cone of uncertainty will look a little different this 2026 storm season
Changes this year to the hurricane "cone of uncertainly" will make it easier to understand inland risks, as well as where the storm is headed.
Jane Healy, winner of Orlando Sentinel’s first Pulitzer Prize, dies at 77
As managing editor and on the editorial pages, Healy was a forceful voice for smart growth in Central Florida and a bellwether of quality journalism for the Sentinel.