Tiny home demonstrates big savings, sustainability
It's only 200 square feet, but this mobile tiny abode isn't for taking up residence. The Tiny Green Home is a new hands-on experience at the Orlando Science Center to educate visitors on conservation and sustainability.
It's only 200 square feet, but this mobile tiny abode isn't for taking up residence. The Tiny Green Home is a new hands-on experience at the Orlando Science Center to educate visitors on conservation and sustainability.
Homeless man sues over arrest in Orange County
A homeless man says video of his arrest shows Orange County deputies using excessive force against him. Now he is taking legal action and suing the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
A homeless man says video of his arrest shows Orange County deputies using excessive force against him. Now he is taking legal action and suing the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
New tips in Jennifer Kesse's disappearance
Jennifer Kesse disappeared 15 years ago in Orlando without a trace. Her abandoned car was found a mile away from her condominium. Her family is still holding out hope for closure. For the very first time since her disappearance, Kesse''s family says they are feeling optimistic, thanks to a podcast.
Jennifer Kesse disappeared 15 years ago in Orlando without a trace. Her abandoned car was found a mile away from her condominium. Her family is still holding out hope for closure. For the very first time since her disappearance, Kesse''s family says they are feeling optimistic, thanks to a podcast.
Orange County tourism tax revenue up
There is reason for optimism for Central Florida Tourism. Orange County's numbers continue to show signs of improvement. The Orange County comptroller said the county brought in $10.5 million in tourist tax money in December. That's down from December 2019, but it's also part of a continued increase over the last eight months.
There is reason for optimism for Central Florida Tourism. Orange County's numbers continue to show signs of improvement. The Orange County comptroller said the county brought in $10.5 million in tourist tax money in December. That's down from December 2019, but it's also part of a continued increase over the last eight months.
UK variant of coronavirus spreading rapidly
It is the new major concern in the COVID-19 pandemic: Variants of that virus are spreading like wildfire. Cases of the so-called British or U.K. variants are doubling every 10 days in the United States. There are now more than 200 cases around Florida, more than any other state in the country.
It is the new major concern in the COVID-19 pandemic: Variants of that virus are spreading like wildfire. Cases of the so-called British or U.K. variants are doubling every 10 days in the United States. There are now more than 200 cases around Florida, more than any other state in the country.
Some veterans struggle to get COVID-19 vaccine
Some veterans say they have been denied a coronavirus vaccine or have gone through extra hoops to secure one.
Some veterans say they have been denied a coronavirus vaccine or have gone through extra hoops to secure one.
More COVID-19 variants reported in Central Florida
More variants of coronavirus have been reported in Central Florida. Orange County confirms 10 cases of the UK variant. Nine new cases have been reported since the first was reported in less than a week.
More variants of coronavirus have been reported in Central Florida. Orange County confirms 10 cases of the UK variant. Nine new cases have been reported since the first was reported in less than a week.
Seminole County churches answer vaccine call
Seminole County houses of worship are turning into vaccination centers.
Seminole County houses of worship are turning into vaccination centers.
Mayor Demings warns of fraudulent vaccine sites
Orange County officials are warning residents of fraudulent vaccination sites trying to take advantage of people who want a shot. The county has received complaints from some people who say they have been charged for the vaccine. Mayor Jerry Demings said the county will never charge you.
Orange County officials are warning residents of fraudulent vaccination sites trying to take advantage of people who want a shot. The county has received complaints from some people who say they have been charged for the vaccine. Mayor Jerry Demings said the county will never charge you.
Danger at the door
Do-it-yourself home security cameras are designed to keep the bad guys out of your house, but in some cases, the bad guys are on the inside, prepared to turn the tables on the police.
Do-it-yourself home security cameras are designed to keep the bad guys out of your house, but in some cases, the bad guys are on the inside, prepared to turn the tables on the police.
Missing students costing Florida millions
Florida is still missing 90,000 public school students. The state is trying to find them because each student is money for the districts. Lawmakers say our school shouldn't be paying for the kids who aren't in class and the state is paying about $700 million for these phantom students.
Florida is still missing 90,000 public school students. The state is trying to find them because each student is money for the districts. Lawmakers say our school shouldn't be paying for the kids who aren't in class and the state is paying about $700 million for these phantom students.
Seminole County shorted vaccines
Seminole County said it was shorted coronavirus vaccines from the state for weeks. It fought the state to prove their numbers were off, and they won. Seminole County had been receiving 1,900 doses a week, but the state will try to make up for that by sending nearly 4,000 this week.
Seminole County said it was shorted coronavirus vaccines from the state for weeks. It fought the state to prove their numbers were off, and they won. Seminole County had been receiving 1,900 doses a week, but the state will try to make up for that by sending nearly 4,000 this week.
Bucs fans cheering all over Tampa Bay
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Kansas City Chiefs 31-9 on their home field in Super Bowl LV on Sunday. The Bucs (15-5) won their second NFL title and first in 18 years while becoming the first team to play the big game at home, capping an unusual and challenging season played through the novel coronavirus.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Kansas City Chiefs 31-9 on their home field in Super Bowl LV on Sunday. The Bucs (15-5) won their second NFL title and first in 18 years while becoming the first team to play the big game at home, capping an unusual and challenging season played through the novel coronavirus.
Man charged with flying drone near Super Bowl location
A Florida man faces up to a year in federal prison for flying a drone near the location of the upcoming Super Bowl, officials said.
A Florida man faces up to a year in federal prison for flying a drone near the location of the upcoming Super Bowl, officials said.
Changes coming to this year's Mount Dora Arts Festival
The 46th annual Mount Dora Arts Festival will be held this weekend, but they are definitely changes this year to make sure everyone is safe during Cove.
The 46th annual Mount Dora Arts Festival will be held this weekend, but they are definitely changes this year to make sure everyone is safe during Cove.
Fans packing Tampa ahead of Super Bowl
With 48 hours before kickoff of Super Bowl LV, the party had already started in Tampa Bay.
With 48 hours before kickoff of Super Bowl LV, the party had already started in Tampa Bay.
Enrollment in Florida's public schools plummets during pandemic
Public school enrollment estimates have plummeted during the pandemic. Education officials and Florida lawmakers are trying to figure out where those students have gone.
Public school enrollment estimates have plummeted during the pandemic. Education officials and Florida lawmakers are trying to figure out where those students have gone.
Orlando hires new Equity Officer
On the steps of Orlando City Hall, during the George Floyd protests, demonstrators called for change. The City is working to deliver that.
On the steps of Orlando City Hall, during the George Floyd protests, demonstrators called for change. The City is working to deliver that.
Marion County's 'most wanted' in custody
A man accused at shooting at a Marion County sheriff's deputy during a traffic stop is behind bars.
A man accused at shooting at a Marion County sheriff's deputy during a traffic stop is behind bars.
New details emerge in deadly shooting in Volusia County
New details reveal what led up to a shooting at a county maintenance facility Thursday morning in Daytona Beach.
New details reveal what led up to a shooting at a county maintenance facility Thursday morning in Daytona Beach.