Central Florida’s homeless branch out from downtown Orlando, advocates say
According to the numbers released Tuesday from the annual three-day count in January, the region’s population of people who slept outside or in their cars was at 993, up 133%…
Teachers unions could disappear under DeSantis ‘union busting’ law
Florida teachers unions could disappear under new DeSantis 'union busting' law, critics say, with a number of local unions facing crucial votes this summer.
If weather allows, sonic boom in store as SpaceX tries for launch to the space station
Despite a dodgy weather forecast, SpaceX has lined up its latest resupply run for NASA to the International Space Station on Tuesday night that could bring a sonic boom to…
Florida lawmakers open special session to resolve budget stalemate
Florida lawmakers convened a special session Tuesday to resolve a $1.4 billion difference between the preferred spending plans of the House and Senate.
Tony Ortiz joins 2027 race for Orlando mayor
Longtime City Commissioner Tony Ortiz filed paperwork Monday to run for mayor of Orlando, making him the latest entrant in a 2027 contest which already features state Rep. Anna Eskamani.
Maxwell: Even the feds know ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ was a boondoggle
Maxwell: Even the feds know ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ was a boondoggle. Spending a half-billion dollars on tents and cages in the Everglades never made sense — as most serious people said…
Tiger Woods’ lawyer and prosecutors are set to argue over prescription records in Florida DUI case
If the judge determines the drug records are necessary, Tiger Woods' attorney has asked for a protective order limiting their release only to prosecutors, law enforcement officers, state experts and…
Brevard Zoo announces death of beloved giraffe
The Brevard Zoo announced the death of their 9-year-old giraffe, Floyd.
Bianchi: While other Orlando politicians have played small ball, Anna Eskamani steps up to the plate for MLB
Anna Eskamani says bringing Major League Baseball to town will be part of her platform when she runs for Orlando mayor.
UCF remains focused on forcing turnovers: ‘That’s not negotiable. We gotta get that ball out’
The Knights struggled to create turnovers, finishing the season ranked near the bottom of the Big 12 in turnover margin, but it's a huge focus this year.