Trial for Robin Severance-Lopez, accused of involvement in racketeering case, starts Nov. 10

A trial date has been set for Robin Severance Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, as new court documents reveal additional evidence in the couple’s alleged involvement in an illegal gambling ring.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom previews new ‘Zootopia’ 4D show for guests

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is bringing the world of Zootopia to life with a new 4D theater attraction opening Friday inside the park’s iconic Tree of Life.

Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings runs for Florida governor

Demings filed on Oct. 31, after news of his "announcement rally," which takes place this week at the Rosen Centre in Orlando.

Marion County woman who fatally shot her neighbor wants to countersue

Susan Lorincz, a Marion County woman convicted of fatally shooting her neighbor, plans to countersue after a wrongful death lawsuit was filed against her, according to new court documents.

Wildwood Soup Kitchen worried about future amid increasing rent

The Wildwood Soup Kitchen in Sumter County serve nearly 5,000 meals a week. It currently rents a commercial kitchen and space from the First Presbyterian Church.

Disney’s Magic Kingdom remains most visited park in the world, report says

Disney’s magic remained strong last year as Magic Kingdom was again the most visited theme park in the world, a new industry attendance report says. 

Federal Reserve issues 2nd rate cut of 2025

The Fed stayed course on its expected rate cut despite missing government data clouding the view of the economy amid the shutdown.

'Little Miss Lake Panasoffkee' identified; person of interest identified, officials say

A young woman killed more than 50 years ago and left in a lake beneath an overpass – known as "Little Miss Lake Panasoffkee" – has been identified, officials with the Sumter County Sheriff's Office said.

Woman hit in face by duck on SeaWorld Orlando coaster, lawsuit says

An Orange County woman is suing SeaWorld after she was allegedly hit in the face by a duck while riding one of the park’s roller coasters earlier this year. 

Floridians to lose SNAP benefits Nov. 1 from government shutdown: What to know

Floridians will not be receiving SNAP benefits in November, the USDA - which is funded by the U.S. government and impacted by the government shutdown -- said. The USDA said, "The well has run dry."