Crews work to take down Pulse Nightclub sign for memorial
On March 10, 2026, the City of Orlando reached a significant milestone in honoring the victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting as construction crews began dismantling the iconic Pulse sign. The removal of the sign and the upcoming demolition of the nightclub building mark the next phase in the development of a permanent memorial, which is expected to be completed by the fall of 2027.
On March 10, 2026, the City of Orlando reached a significant milestone in honoring the victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting as construction crews began dismantling the iconic Pulse sign. The removal of the sign and the upcoming demolition of the nightclub building mark the next phase in the development of a permanent memorial, which is expected to be completed by the fall of 2027.
Florida man accused of killing dog after facing eviction, police say
An Apopka man is accused of animal cruelty after investigators say he killed his dog and buried it on the property where he lived after being unable to find a new home for the animal.
An Apopka man is accused of animal cruelty after investigators say he killed his dog and buried it on the property where he lived after being unable to find a new home for the animal.
Who is Ivanna Lisette Ortiz? Orlando woman allegedly fired shots at Rihanna's LA home
An Orlando, Florida woman has been arrested in California under suspicion of attempted murder after allegedly firing multiple bullets into the singer Rihanna's Los Angeles home, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
An Orlando, Florida woman has been arrested in California under suspicion of attempted murder after allegedly firing multiple bullets into the singer Rihanna's Los Angeles home, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
6 guests sent to hospital after ride briefly pauses at SeaWorld Orlando
Orange County Fire Rescue Department transported six people to a hospital after responding to a call at SeaWorld Orlando around 5:30 p.m. Friday.
Orange County Fire Rescue Department transported six people to a hospital after responding to a call at SeaWorld Orlando around 5:30 p.m. Friday.
Orlando nurse accused of sexual battery on patient arrested over 1 year later: Why the delay?
A nurse at AdventHealth in Orlando, accused of sexually battering a patient over a year ago, was only arrested this month, with law enforcement citing delays in obtaining information from the hospital as a major factor.
A nurse at AdventHealth in Orlando, accused of sexually battering a patient over a year ago, was only arrested this month, with law enforcement citing delays in obtaining information from the hospital as a major factor.
Teen charged with murder after intentionally running over another teen, leading to death: Sheriff's office
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office says a teenager intentionally ran over another teen who later died from an incident that was first investigated as a hit-and-run crash last year.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office says a teenager intentionally ran over another teen who later died from an incident that was first investigated as a hit-and-run crash last year.
Pedestrian dies after hit by car near Orlando International Airport garage, police say
A pedestrian died after being hit by a vehicle near Garage B at Orlando International Airport early Friday morning.
A pedestrian died after being hit by a vehicle near Garage B at Orlando International Airport early Friday morning.
Pulse Memorial: Design plans advance for permanent site in Orlando, marking 'major milestone'
Plans for a permanent memorial honoring the victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando have reached a new milestone as the project moves through its design phase.
Plans for a permanent memorial honoring the victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando have reached a new milestone as the project moves through its design phase.
Goliath Ventures CEO Chris Delgado: Luxury vehicles, watches, necklaces
A new court filing shows Goliath Ventures CEO Chris Delgado to surrender luxury vehicles, watches, necklaces, jewelry amid federal case into an alleged $300M Ponzi scheme.
A new court filing shows Goliath Ventures CEO Chris Delgado to surrender luxury vehicles, watches, necklaces, jewelry amid federal case into an alleged $300M Ponzi scheme.
Who is Christopher Alexander Delgado? Goliath Venture CEO arrested in alleged federal Ponzi scheme
Update (June 30): Christopher Delgado pleaded guilty to federal charges of conspiracy to commit fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering on Tuesday, part of a plea deal with prosecutors. Read more.
Update (June 30): Christopher Delgado pleaded guilty to federal charges of conspiracy to commit fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering on Tuesday, part of a plea deal with prosecutors. Read more.
Florida man destroys Chinese restaurant with shovel, claimed to be prophet ending new COVID strain: Affidavit
A man accused of attacking a local restaurant owner and damaging a kitchen told deputies he was trying to stop a new strain of COVID-19, according to an arrest report.
A man accused of attacking a local restaurant owner and damaging a kitchen told deputies he was trying to stop a new strain of COVID-19, according to an arrest report.
Twin brothers sue Universal Orlando over alleged injuries from Harry Potter-themed ride
Twin brothers have filed lawsuits against Universal Orlando, claiming injuries on a Harry Potter-themed ride at the resort’s Epic Universe park.
Twin brothers have filed lawsuits against Universal Orlando, claiming injuries on a Harry Potter-themed ride at the resort’s Epic Universe park.
Florida man accused of killing his wife after argument.
William Elwood Simmons, 80, was arrested on a first-degree murder charge after his wife, Nancy Lee Simmons, 83 – who was found unresponsive in the kitchen. When investigators asked Simmons if he knew what had happened, he responded saying, "I do know what happened, I did it," the affidavit said.
William Elwood Simmons, 80, was arrested on a first-degree murder charge after his wife, Nancy Lee Simmons, 83 – who was found unresponsive in the kitchen. When investigators asked Simmons if he knew what had happened, he responded saying, "I do know what happened, I did it," the affidavit said.
Live | Orange County Sheriff John Mina: Suspect shot after not following deputy orders
The Orange County Sheriff's office responded to a Walmart on East Colonial Drive regarding reports of a man attempting to steal from the store. When deputies arrived, the man – later identified as Jason Anthony Beal, 48 – was walking out of the store wearing a ski mask and pushing a shopping cart full of merchandise, Sheriff John Mina said. "The deputy gave the man numerous commands to stop. The man did not comply with those commands," the sheriff said. The deputy fired his taser, which didn't have any effect and, "shortly after that, the deputy could be heard saying, ‘Don’t reach, don't reach,' three times and then our deputy fires his service weapons at the suspect, striking him several times."
The Orange County Sheriff's office responded to a Walmart on East Colonial Drive regarding reports of a man attempting to steal from the store. When deputies arrived, the man – later identified as Jason Anthony Beal, 48 – was walking out of the store wearing a ski mask and pushing a shopping cart full of merchandise, Sheriff John Mina said. "The deputy gave the man numerous commands to stop. The man did not comply with those commands," the sheriff said. The deputy fired his taser, which didn't have any effect and, "shortly after that, the deputy could be heard saying, ‘Don’t reach, don't reach,' three times and then our deputy fires his service weapons at the suspect, striking him several times."
11 indicted in gang accused of orchestrating several murders within Florida prisons
Eleven people associated with a major gang known to engage in extreme violence and drug trafficking into prisons were indicted.
Eleven people associated with a major gang known to engage in extreme violence and drug trafficking into prisons were indicted.
Hundreds of dead fish wash up along Lake Apopka shoreline
Several hundred dead fish are floating along the shoreline of Lake Apopka near Winter Garden, startling visitors to Newton Park with both the sight and the smell.
Several hundred dead fish are floating along the shoreline of Lake Apopka near Winter Garden, startling visitors to Newton Park with both the sight and the smell.
IDignity grows, providing free help to U.S. residents to get IDs
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | In a Feb. 19 press conference, Orange County leaders and tax collectors supported IDignity, whose mission to provide free help to U.S. citizens in gaining identification cards to apply for jobs, access shelters or open a bank account.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | In a Feb. 19 press conference, Orange County leaders and tax collectors supported IDignity, whose mission to provide free help to U.S. citizens in gaining identification cards to apply for jobs, access shelters or open a bank account.
Man accused of killing 3 tourists refuses court-ordered evaluations, authorities say
Ahmad Bojeh, accused of killing three tourists in what authorities describe as cold-blooded attacks, continues to refuse court-ordered medical evaluations, prosecutors said.
Ahmad Bojeh, accused of killing three tourists in what authorities describe as cold-blooded attacks, continues to refuse court-ordered medical evaluations, prosecutors said.
Reports: Disney CEO wants Villains Land at Magic Kingdom to be bigger, bolder
Inside Walt Disney World, the parks may be known for princesses, but company leaders are now turning their focus to the bad guys.
Inside Walt Disney World, the parks may be known for princesses, but company leaders are now turning their focus to the bad guys.
Army veteran injured in 4-on-1 assault at downtown Orlando smoke shop
An Army veteran suffered a facial fracture after he was attacked by four men inside a downtown Orlando smoke shop Sunday night, according to police.
An Army veteran suffered a facial fracture after he was attacked by four men inside a downtown Orlando smoke shop Sunday night, according to police.