Bahama Breeze is closing: Darden to shutter 14 locations, convert 14 others to different brands
After 30 years since opening its first Bahama Breeze restaurant on International Drive in Orlando, Florida, Darden Restaurants Inc. said it will permanently close 14 of the chain’s 28 restaurants, while converting the remaining locations to other concepts.
After 30 years since opening its first Bahama Breeze restaurant on International Drive in Orlando, Florida, Darden Restaurants Inc. said it will permanently close 14 of the chain’s 28 restaurants, while converting the remaining locations to other concepts.
Man shot, killed in Orange County by neighbor in dispute over loud music, deputies say
A man is dead and another has been arrested following a fatal shooting that investigators say stemmed from a dispute over loud music in Orange County.
A man is dead and another has been arrested following a fatal shooting that investigators say stemmed from a dispute over loud music in Orange County.
Olympic gold medalist Sha’Carri Richardson arrested in Orange County for excessive speeding
Update (July 31): Olympic sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson pleaded no contest on Thursday to dangerous and excessive speeding, also known as Florida's "super speeder" law, part of a plea agreement. Richardson was not in court, but she delivered a written plea. She was adjudicated guilty and ordered to pay fines, court fees, and to attend an aggressive driving course, according to online court records.
Update (July 31): Olympic sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson pleaded no contest on Thursday to dangerous and excessive speeding, also known as Florida's "super speeder" law, part of a plea agreement. Richardson was not in court, but she delivered a written plea. She was adjudicated guilty and ordered to pay fines, court fees, and to attend an aggressive driving course, according to online court records.
Florida teen held without charges highlights ICE detention concerns in Orange County
Javier Gimenez Rivero is a high school student from Venezuela, living in Orange County with a pending asylum claim and a valid U.S. Employment Authorization.
Javier Gimenez Rivero is a high school student from Venezuela, living in Orange County with a pending asylum claim and a valid U.S. Employment Authorization.
Teen faces manslaughter charge in deadly 2023 crash, family says 'youthful offender' status too lenient
A man accused of causing a deadly crash nearly three years ago is now behind bars, but the family of the victim says justice has been slow.
A man accused of causing a deadly crash nearly three years ago is now behind bars, but the family of the victim says justice has been slow.
Deputies: 'Sorry' carjacking suspect stole SUV to go see grandmother, crashed during chase
A woman was carjacked at gunpoint by a masked man who claimed he needed the car to go see his grandmother, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
A woman was carjacked at gunpoint by a masked man who claimed he needed the car to go see his grandmother, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
State attorney says triple-murder suspect’s conditional release violation went unreported: Who’s responsible?
State Attorney Monique Worrell is raising questions about whether failures in mental health supervision allowed a man accused of killing three people last weekend to remain free despite a violent history.
State Attorney Monique Worrell is raising questions about whether failures in mental health supervision allowed a man accused of killing three people last weekend to remain free despite a violent history.
Injured Disney stuntman has no regrets about protecting Indiana Jones audience from 400-pound boulder
Robert Herrick, a Disney cast member who works at the Indiana Jones stunt show, was injured when he jumped in front of the boulder prop that rolled off track.
Robert Herrick, a Disney cast member who works at the Indiana Jones stunt show, was injured when he jumped in front of the boulder prop that rolled off track.
Stardust Racers reopens days after coaster stalls at Epic Universe
Both coaster trains "valleyed" and got stuck on Sunday.
Both coaster trains "valleyed" and got stuck on Sunday.
Mother of man stabbed while protecting therapist says her son put himself in harm’s way—on purpose
A man is recovering after being stabbed multiple times while trying to protect his therapist from an attacker, his mother said.
A man is recovering after being stabbed multiple times while trying to protect his therapist from an attacker, his mother said.
Universal Orlando brawl: Parking attendant attacked over dispute, deputies say
Four people were arrested after authorities say they attacked a parking attendant at Universal Studios following a dispute over parking validation.
Four people were arrested after authorities say they attacked a parking attendant at Universal Studios following a dispute over parking validation.
Therapists consider risks of job after clinician’s stabbing death allegedly committed by former patient
Clinicians discuss dangers to their work after an Orlando-based therapist was allegedly killed by her former patient.
Clinicians discuss dangers to their work after an Orlando-based therapist was allegedly killed by her former patient.
SeaWorld Orlando offers Florida teachers free admission
The free Florida Teacher Card is valid for unlimited admission to SeaWorld Orlando through Sept. 3.
The free Florida Teacher Card is valid for unlimited admission to SeaWorld Orlando through Sept. 3.
Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift coaster revealed for Universal Studios Florida
The high-speed coaster is set to open next year on the former site of the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit coaster.
The high-speed coaster is set to open next year on the former site of the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit coaster.
Stardust Racers roller coaster stalls at Epic Universe amid cold, windy weather
Universal Orlando’s new thrill ride, Stardust Racers, came to an unexpected stop Sunday.
Universal Orlando’s new thrill ride, Stardust Racers, came to an unexpected stop Sunday.
United Airlines flight disabled upon 'hard landing' at Orlando International Airport, FAA says
A United Airlines flight was disabled on the runway after making a hard landing at Orlando International Airport on Sunday afternoon.
A United Airlines flight was disabled on the runway after making a hard landing at Orlando International Airport on Sunday afternoon.
New Universal Orlando attraction? Social media post hints at big announcement
The resort shared a teaser on social media over the weekend, hinting at an upcoming attraction announcement on Tuesday.
The resort shared a teaser on social media over the weekend, hinting at an upcoming attraction announcement on Tuesday.
Is DHS/ICE opening a detention facility in Orlando? Leaders condemn reported plans
Is United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) looking to open a detention facility in the Orlando area? Florida Democrat leaders respond to the possibility.
Is United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) looking to open a detention facility in the Orlando area? Florida Democrat leaders respond to the possibility.
Blue Man Group sets new opening date for new Orlando show
After a few delays, Blue Man Group will finally make its return to Orlando in May.
After a few delays, Blue Man Group will finally make its return to Orlando in May.
Mattel indoor water park: Plans filed for Orlando location
Mattel, a toy and entertainment company, is moving forward with plans to bring an indoor water park with Barbie and Hot Wheels attractions to Central Florida.
Mattel, a toy and entertainment company, is moving forward with plans to bring an indoor water park with Barbie and Hot Wheels attractions to Central Florida.