Property tax cuts could hurt local government credit ratings
A massive overhaul of the state’s property tax structure being pushed by Gov. Ron DeSantis would have a sweeping impact on the financial stability of local governments across Florida and…
Another rescue from Sloth World dies during rehabilitation, Central Florida Zoo says
Another death has hit the group of 13 sloths brought to the Central Florida Zoo after the closure of the planned International Drive attraction, zoo officials announced Tuesday.
Orange expects no school closures next year, despite financial crisis
Orange County Public Schools, which shuttered seven schools this year, doesn't expect to close any next year, despite declining enrollment and a budget shortfall, the superintendent said.
Circus catch dooms Winter Park as Eau Gallie wins UCF 7-on-7 tournament
For a split second at UCF’s second 7-on-7 tournament of the summer Monday night, Winter Park’s Cornelius Williams was the hero. But an interception in the end zone was knocked…
Osceola paves way for Canoe Creek, Sunbridge road projects totaling $412M
Osceola County is moving forward with two projects to widen Canoe Creek Road and begin the Sunbridge Parkway Extension project, both of which aim to ease traffic in the county's…
Nomikai by Sushi Saint to open late summer on I-Drive
The Michelin-recognized team behind Soseki, Sushi Saint and Perla's Pizza are bringing a new concept to Icon Park this summer: Nomikai.
Osceola sheriff: Mother and son injured, man dead in possible domestic shooting
A man is dead and two people were hospitalized following a Monday evening shooting in a neighborhood just outside Kissimmee that Osceola County detectives believe is a "domestic-related incident."
McDonald’s is serving fried apple pie again for America’s 250th birthday
McDonald's said on Tuesday that it’s bringing back its fried apple pies for the first time in more than three decades for America 250.
Maxwell: Florida’s 2026 ballot is packed, confusing. But there’s help.
Scott Maxwell: This 2026 ballots will be packed in Florida with 28 candidates for governor, 33 candidates for Orange County commissioner and some complex amendments. But there are some good…
French import Aymeric Koumba brings love of football to UCF
The redshirt junior edge rusher from France is entering his second season with the Knights and is excited about the chance to showcase his talents on the field.