SeaWorld Orlando clarifies walker policy on website amid DOJ disability discrimination inquiry
It has been more than a month since the U.S. Department of Justice announced that it would open an investigation into potential disability discrimination at SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, and Aquatica Orlando after a recent policy change to ban wheeled walkers and rollator walkers with seats (walkers, rollators without seats are still OK).
It has been more than a month since the U.S. Department of Justice announced that it would open an investigation into potential disability discrimination at SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, and Aquatica Orlando after a recent policy change to ban wheeled walkers and rollator walkers with seats (walkers, rollators without seats are still OK).
New Florida laws in 2026 tackle animal abuse database, pet insurance, breast examination costs
Nearly 2,000 bills were filed during the 2025 legislative session – and more than 250 were passed by both the Florida Senate and the Florida House of Representatives.
Nearly 2,000 bills were filed during the 2025 legislative session – and more than 250 were passed by both the Florida Senate and the Florida House of Representatives.
Universal's Jurassic Park River Adventure closing for nearly year-long refurbishment
The Islands of Adventure water ride will be closed for 10 months for refurbishment.
The Islands of Adventure water ride will be closed for 10 months for refurbishment.
Celebrity deaths of 2025: Remembering the entertainers, artists we lost
In 2025, we saw the loss of several celebrities who have left a mark on the entertainment and political worlds.
In 2025, we saw the loss of several celebrities who have left a mark on the entertainment and political worlds.
New Year's babies: First babies born at Florida hospitals
It's special to have a baby any day, but it’s extra special to have it on New Year's.
It's special to have a baby any day, but it’s extra special to have it on New Year's.
New Year's Eve celebrations and fireworks around the world
Watch live fireworks all day and ring in 2026 with New Year’s Eve celebrations from across the world.
Watch live fireworks all day and ring in 2026 with New Year’s Eve celebrations from across the world.
Cold snap sends endangered sea turtles to Central Florida for treatment
More than a dozen critically endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtles are being treated in Central Florida after a cold snap stunned them along the New England coast.
More than a dozen critically endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtles are being treated in Central Florida after a cold snap stunned them along the New England coast.
Whales near extinction spotted along the Space Coast: 'A marvel'
North Atlantic right whales were spotted off the coast of Brevard near Canova Park on Wednesday.
North Atlantic right whales were spotted off the coast of Brevard near Canova Park on Wednesday.
Missing child found with registered sex offender during traffic stop, deputies say
Two people were arrested, and a missing child was located following a traffic stop that escalated into a vehicle pursuit and crash across western Flagler County, the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office said.
Two people were arrested, and a missing child was located following a traffic stop that escalated into a vehicle pursuit and crash across western Flagler County, the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office said.
Florida teen accused of second-degree murder in Ocala Christmas Day shooting
A Florida man was arrested in connection to a Christmas Day murder in Marion County.
A Florida man was arrested in connection to a Christmas Day murder in Marion County.
Total solar eclipse, northern lights, and flying to the moon: Celestial events to look forward to in 2026
In addition sending astronauts to fly around the moon, Earthlings can look forward to six of the eight planets parading across our skies.
In addition sending astronauts to fly around the moon, Earthlings can look forward to six of the eight planets parading across our skies.
America 250: Big events across the country to have on your radar for 2026
As the United States prepares to mark its 250th anniversary in 2026, museums and historic sites are launching exhibitions and events that reflect on the nation’s history, democratic values, and global influence.
As the United States prepares to mark its 250th anniversary in 2026, museums and historic sites are launching exhibitions and events that reflect on the nation’s history, democratic values, and global influence.
Florida to ban soda, sweets from SNAP purchases starting in 2026
Starting in April, SNAP recipients will no longer be able to purchase soda, energy drinks, candy or ultra-processed prepared desserts with SNAP benefits.
Starting in April, SNAP recipients will no longer be able to purchase soda, energy drinks, candy or ultra-processed prepared desserts with SNAP benefits.
Tire pressure dropping in New Year's Eve cold weather? Here's why and where to get free air
Did you experience lower tire pressure today? Chances are your car's tire pressure decreased due to the cold front stretching through Central Florida this week.
Did you experience lower tire pressure today? Chances are your car's tire pressure decreased due to the cold front stretching through Central Florida this week.
Disney Cast Member hurt after boulder prop rolls off track towards audience at Indiana Jones stunt show
The cast member stepped in front of the boulder to prevent it from rolling into the audience.
The cast member stepped in front of the boulder to prevent it from rolling into the audience.
Avian flu concerns spread to the Space Coast as more birds are dying: 'Very disheartening'
Beachgoers in Brevard County are noticing more dead birds on the beach. Rehabilitators at the Florida Wildlife Hospital are closely monitoring the situation and sending off samples of dead birds to test for avian flu.
Beachgoers in Brevard County are noticing more dead birds on the beach. Rehabilitators at the Florida Wildlife Hospital are closely monitoring the situation and sending off samples of dead birds to test for avian flu.
Johnny Damon joins Orlando Dreamers effort to bring MLB to Central Florida
Orlando native and former Major League Baseball All-Star Johnny Damon is joining an effort to bring an MLB franchise to Central Florida.
Orlando native and former Major League Baseball All-Star Johnny Damon is joining an effort to bring an MLB franchise to Central Florida.
Ex-Marion County Fire workers claim 'roughhousing' happened often at Fire Station 21
Leaders with Marion County Fire Rescue admit firing 10 people from one fire station – Fire Station 21 – is a tough loss for the department and the community – years and years of firefighting experience gone, but they are firm that violence and hazing have no place whatsoever within the department.
Leaders with Marion County Fire Rescue admit firing 10 people from one fire station – Fire Station 21 – is a tough loss for the department and the community – years and years of firefighting experience gone, but they are firm that violence and hazing have no place whatsoever within the department.
Grocery store hours: What's open on New Year's Eve, New Year's Day?
Whether you need a last-minute appetizer or dessert for that New Year's party or simply need to run to the grocery store, here is a quick list of the stores that will be open on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Whether you need a last-minute appetizer or dessert for that New Year's party or simply need to run to the grocery store, here is a quick list of the stores that will be open on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Florida bear hunt: 52 black bears killed, FWC says
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission released initial numbers from the 2025 Bear Hunt, the first bear hunt in Florida after nearly a decade.
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission released initial numbers from the 2025 Bear Hunt, the first bear hunt in Florida after nearly a decade.