Orange County can’t agree to hike impact fees to build roads
Orange County commissioners chose this week to put off a decision on one promising option to raise revenue for new roads — hiking transportation impact fees.
‘Elf’ actor Faizon Love arrested in Florida
Faizon Love, an actor who appeared in the movies "Elf" and "Couples Retreat" has been arrested in Florida.
US Supreme Court to consider if Florida law on jury size is constitutional
The US Supreme Court has agreed to consider whether Florida juries should have 12 jurors rather than the six required under current law.
Orlando FHP captain, trooper fired amid Osceola County fraud charges
A Florida Highway Patrol captain and a trooper are no longer with the agency after turning themselves in at the Osceola County Jail on warrants accusing them of fraud-related crimes.
Vote on UF’s next president stalls after questions over hiring practices
Despite getting close to locking in the next leader of Florida’s top university, the school has hit a stumbling block.
Central Florida receives heat advisory for hot, muggy and wet Thursday
Central Florida has received a heat advisory from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Class of 2026: Lake County’s valedictorians & salutatorians
Meet the Class of 2026 valedictorians and salutatorians from Lake County high schools.
Comedy trailblazer Tom Dreesen, Sinatra’s longtime opening act, dies at 86
Dreesen also acted in TV shows and films, wrote books, and was active in charitable work.
Today in History: June 18, Napoleon Bonaparte defeated in the Battle of Waterloo
Napoleon Bonaparte was defeated in the Battle of Waterloo as British and Prussian troops defeated the French Imperial Army in Belgium.
ICE announces removal of detainees from Alligator Alcatraz
Detainees at the South Florida immigration detention facility dubbed Alligator Alcatraz have been removed amid reports of an impending shut-down, according to Immigration and Customs Enforcement.