Orlando could slap restrictions on e-bikes and e-scooters
Most e-bike riders just want a faster way to get to work and school. But as more reckless riders cause chaos in the city, Orlando commissioners are considering banning e-bikes…
5 women in Florida’s largest women’s prison alleged sexual assault. They’ll get $100,000
The women filed a lawsuit alleging the doctor, who worked for a prison contractor, fondled, penetrated, injured and demeaned them during gynecology appointments at Lowell Correctional Institution between 2019 and…
Skeletal remains found near Walt Disney World, deputies say
Skeletal remains were found near Walt Disney World over the weekend, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Hurricane center ups odds on 1 Atlantic system while tracking 2 others
The National Hurricane Center on Monday increased the odds a system in the Atlantic could develop into the season's next tropical depression or storm while keeping tabs on two more…
Four challenge Orange Commissioner Mike Scott’s District 6 re-election bid
The incumbent narrowly won the seat in 2022 facing three of the same challengers: Lawanna Gelzer, Cynthia Harris, and Hedder Pierre Thomas.
Orange County Public Schools back in session Tuesday amid financial woes
Orange County Public Schools opens doors to students Tuesday amid rising costs, declining enrollment
Between job losses and potential deportations, South Florida Haitians head for the underground economy
The U.S. government's decision to end Temporary Protection Status for Haitians has left many jobless, in fear of deportation and stuck in an economic no-man's land.
Health officials urge caution for Gulf Coast beachgoers during surge of deadly bacterial infections
Health officials in Louisiana are urging beachgoers to take precautions during a summertime surge in infections from a flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal waters.
Two Democrats vie to flip Paula Stark’s state House seat after she failed to qualify
Democrats Anthony Nieves and Jorge Figueroa are vying to succeed Republican Paula Stark as representative of Florida House District 47.
Hurricane center tracks 2 new Atlantic systems that could develop
The National Hurricane Center on Sunday continued to forecast chances that two Atlantic systems could develop into the season's next tropical depression or storm.