Government shutdown Day 3: White House threatens layoffs
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The U.S. government shutdown has now entered into its third day after the Senate failed to reach a deal on a crucial spending bill Wednesday. The next Senate vote is set for Friday, but the chances of success appear slim. Meanwhile, the White House is threatening mass layoffs for federal workers. Dr. Larry Walker, associate professor at the University of Central Florida, joins Good Day Orlando to discuss.

Government shutdown Day 3: Senate expected to vote again
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The U.S. government shutdown has now entered into its third day after the Senate failed to reach a deal on a crucial spending bill Wednesday. The next Senate vote is set for Friday, but the chances of success appear slim. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader explains why.

National Hurricane Center: New zone for potential tropical development may form near Florida

The National Hurricane Center is now tracking a new zone for potential tropical development that may form near the Northwestern Bahamas and Southern Florida by Saturday. Forecasters are also continuing to follow Hurricane Imelda as it now barely hangs onto hurricane strength and continues to move away from Bermuda.

EA Sports, Spotify bring College Football 26 tour to University of Florida

EA Sports and Spotify are teaming up to launch the College Football 26 x Spotify Campus Pregame Tour, a nationwide series designed to bring fans closer to the game with on-campus events, live-streaming, and special appearances. This weekend the tour comes to the University of Florida.

FIFA World Cup 2026 match ball revealed

FIFA has unveiled the official match ball for the 2026 World Cup, which will be played across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada from June 11 to July 19.

Court documents reveal Hulk Hogan's family exploring medical malpractice suit

The family of Hulk Hogan is exploring the idea of a malpractice lawsuit. They just filed a petition on Tuesday to extend the statute of limitations by ninety days for an investigation into medical malpractice. 

DeSantis, Ingoglia scold Orlando, Orange County over 'wasteful' spending

Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia took a poetic approach to his criticism of alleged spending by some cities and counties in the state, part of the Florida DOGE team's financial audits of those cities.

Florida maid arrested after pawning multiple pieces of jewelry stolen from clients’ homes, deputies say

A Florida maid has been arrested on theft-related charges following a month-long investigation where she allegedly pawned multiple pieces of jewelry stolen from her clients’ homes. 

House GOP leaders speak on 2nd day of government shutdown
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U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson and other House Republican leaders held a news conference Thursday morning on the second day of a federal government shutdown. The federal government shut down at 12 a.m. Wednesday morning after Congress failed to pass a continuing resolution to keep agencies operating.

Madison Cawthorn aims to make political comeback, announces run for Congress

Former North Carolina Republican Congressman Madison Cawthorn announced he will be running for Florida’s 19th congressional seat on Wednesday during a phone call with Fox News Digital.

How the government shutdown is impacting the military
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At 12 a.m. Wednesday morning, the federal government shut down after Congress failed to pass a continuing resolution to keep agencies operating. John Sacher, a history professor at the University of Central Florida, joins Good Day Orlando to talk about how the shutdown could impact the U.S. military.

What to expect for final 2 months of Atlantic hurricane season

The peak of the Atlantic basin hurricane season is nearing its end with the U.S. escaping major impacts from tropical cyclones.

Orlando weather: Heavy rain and scattered storm chances on the rise, expected through weekend

Thursday's weather will be filled with overcast conditions, scattered showers and heavy rain across Central Florida. As we finish out the week and head into the weekend, the chances of rain will continue to increase, bringing threats of flooding.

U.S. lawmakers deadlocked over funding bill
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The federal government officially entered into a partial shutdown on Wednesday after the midnight funding deadline passed with Democrats and Republicans failing to agree on a funding bill. FOX News Correspondent Doug Luzader fills us in on the latest developments.