Iran says it’s being treated unfairly. Its World Cup travel schedule isn’t unique
By The Associated Press Iran’s World Cup team says it’s unfairly being made to travel to matches the day before games and return immediately after, but that schedule itself isn’t…
Despite Christian Pulisic’s absence, US beats Australia 2-0 to advance to World Cup knockout round
The U.S. national soccer team advanced to the knockout round at the World Cup despite the absence of injured forward Christian Pulisic with a 2-0 victory over Australia.
Prosecutors seek death penalty against Sanford man accused of raping child relative
Prosecutors in Seminole County are seeking the death penalty against Daniel Emilio Rodriguez, a Sanford man accused of twice raping his 6-year-old relative.
Boston, Scotland World Cup fans brought together in soccer kinship, celebration and love of beer
By KYLE HIGHTOWER FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Ever since Scotland fans learned they’d begin the country’s ninth World Cup appearance in Boston, plans were being made for a party. “I…
Pictures: Orange County kicks off Juneteenth 2026
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings, first lady Val Demings and guests kick off the 2026 Juneteenth celebration at the Orange County Regional History Center, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. In partnership…
Magic mention in Giannis trade rumors ‘speaks to the talent on this roster,’ team president says
As recently as Tuesday, ESPN's Ramona Shelburne referred to the Orlando Magic as a "dark horse" team to acquire star Giannis Antetokounmpo.
‘Everyone’s hungry’: Overhauled Dolphins are youngest team in NFL
The Dolphins boast the youngest roster in the NFL this season. With that, returners and veterans have taken on leadership roles.
Special Olympics Florida athletes head out from Orlando to compete in USA Games
More than 200 Team Florida athletes, unified partners and coaches took off from Orlando International Airport on Friday for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis, Minn.
Leafs acquire Darren Raddysh from Lightning and sign him to an 8-year contract
By STEPHEN WHYNO The Toronto Maple Leafs took a big swing at improving their blue line before the start of free agency, acquiring Darren Raddysh’s rights from the Tampa Bay…
Former FHP troopers accused of faking off-duty shifts in ChampionsGate
Two former Florida Highway Patrol troopers are accused of overbilling thousands of dollars in faked off-duty shifts at ChampionsGate over several months