LEGOLAND to officially reopen June 1

LEGOLAND is the first major Central Florida theme park to announce its reopening date after being shut down during the coronavirus pandemic. 

9-year-old Miami boy at center of Amber Alert found dead

State officials said 9-year-old Alejandro Ripley, believed to have been abducted by two suspects, was found dead Friday morning. 

Breach at Florida’s unemployment system may have exposed personal data

The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) on Thursday announced a data breach in the state's unemployment system that may have exposed the personal information of those applying for reemployment assistance.

UCF engineers take inspiration from bugs to create new technology for NASA

A University of Central Florida aerospace engineer is turning to insects for inspiration in designing more compact and flexible cargo and equipment to be transported into space.

TSA announces new screening procedures for travelers

TSA agents ask that you stop handing them your boarding pass and take food out of carry-on bags.

Shocking Video: Dump truck with bed in the air strikes bridge

A truck driver escaped without injury after the dump truck he was driving struck a bridge in shocking video caught on camera.

Winter Haven, Polk County approve reopening of Legoland Florida; state must still sign off

Legoland Florida Resort has been given the green light to reopen by both the Winter Haven City Commission and Polk County; however, the state of Florida must still sign off on the plan.

Orange County Task Force approves phased reopening of Universal Orlando, public allowed on June 5th

Universal Orlando Resort will enact several safety protocols, including temperature checks at every entrance, mandatory masks for both guests and employees, a touchless experience, mobile food ordering, increased use of the Universal app on mobile devices, and more.

Amazon reportedly delays Prime Day event until September

The two-day shopping event is typically held in July, but keeping up with demand amid COVID-19 has led to the delay, according to a report.

Universal to present reopening plans to Orange County on Thursday

Disney World and SeaWorld will also need to submit their reopening plans to the task force. A projected opening date is expected to be included in the presentations. 

Students may have to retake AP exams due to technical glitch

Some students have experienced issues submitting Advanced Placement exam responses after the exams had to be administered virtually.