Delta worker killed at Orlando airport in jet bridge accident
A Delta Air Lines worker was killed in an accident involving ground equipment and a jet bridge at Orlando International Airport, authorities said Friday.
A Delta Air Lines worker was killed in an accident involving ground equipment and a jet bridge at Orlando International Airport, authorities said Friday.
Florida man faked blindness to collect nearly $245,000 in VA benefits, feds say
Federal prosecutors say a Florida man fraudulently collected hundreds of thousands of dollars in veterans disability benefits by falsely claiming he was legally blind, federal prosecutors said.
Federal prosecutors say a Florida man fraudulently collected hundreds of thousands of dollars in veterans disability benefits by falsely claiming he was legally blind, federal prosecutors said.
Orlando Commissioner Sheehan on Lake Eola swans | Full
Orlando Commissioner Patty Sheehan held a news conference on Friday, May 8, to talk about the future of the swans at Lake Eola Park. The program is being paused indefinitely and the swans will be rehomed to various FWC-approved facilities. This comes after several swans died from avian flu, as well as the upcoming construction at lake Eola Park.
Orlando Commissioner Patty Sheehan held a news conference on Friday, May 8, to talk about the future of the swans at Lake Eola Park. The program is being paused indefinitely and the swans will be rehomed to various FWC-approved facilities. This comes after several swans died from avian flu, as well as the upcoming construction at lake Eola Park.
3 hidden cameras found in public Winter Park bathroom, police say
Three hidden cameras were found in a bathroom in Winter Park and likely recorded dozens of people, unknowingly, over a span of nearly five weeks, the Winter Park Police Department said. Police have arrested 19-year-old Nicolas Sebastian Esparza, a law student at Barry University, under suspicion of digital voyeurism. Authorities said they've identified dozens of victims so far, but believe there are several others who were captured on camera and have not yet been identified.
Three hidden cameras were found in a bathroom in Winter Park and likely recorded dozens of people, unknowingly, over a span of nearly five weeks, the Winter Park Police Department said. Police have arrested 19-year-old Nicolas Sebastian Esparza, a law student at Barry University, under suspicion of digital voyeurism. Authorities said they've identified dozens of victims so far, but believe there are several others who were captured on camera and have not yet been identified.
Delta worker dies after tug hits jet bridge at Orlando International Airport, officials say
A Delta worker died after a tug hit a jet bridge at Orlando International Airport on Thursday, according to officials.
A Delta worker died after a tug hit a jet bridge at Orlando International Airport on Thursday, according to officials.
Parents demand answers after 2 Marion County school bus incidents in less than a week
Parents in Marion County are raising concerns about school bus safety after two serious incidents involving buses occurred within a week, including a deadly crash and a bus running a red light with children on board.
Parents in Marion County are raising concerns about school bus safety after two serious incidents involving buses occurred within a week, including a deadly crash and a bus running a red light with children on board.
Rolling Loud comes to Orlando: Lineup, tickets, parking
Rolling Loud, known as the world’s largest hip-hop festival, is making its Orlando debut this weekend at Camping World Stadium.
Rolling Loud, known as the world’s largest hip-hop festival, is making its Orlando debut this weekend at Camping World Stadium.
Cyberattack on Canvas app exposes data used by Central Florida schools
A cyberattack on the widely used Canvas learning platform has compromised data tied to thousands of school districts, including several in Central Florida, officials said.
A cyberattack on the widely used Canvas learning platform has compromised data tied to thousands of school districts, including several in Central Florida, officials said.
Cocoa Beach weighs return of life-saving rings
Residents are calling for safety changes after three people drowned in less than three weeks, as a dispute over life-saving equipment continues to play out in court.
Residents are calling for safety changes after three people drowned in less than three weeks, as a dispute over life-saving equipment continues to play out in court.
Florida law shields utility customers from data center costs, limits AI-related energy burden
Florida utility customers will not be required to subsidize the rising electricity demands of large artificial intelligence data centers under a bill signed Thursday by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Florida utility customers will not be required to subsidize the rising electricity demands of large artificial intelligence data centers under a bill signed Thursday by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Welcome to Rockville 2026: How to stay cool as sweltering heat hits Daytona Beach
With temperatures in the upper 90s for Welcome to Rockville 2026, attendees are looking for ways to stay cool. Medical staff are on standby while the event offers free water.
With temperatures in the upper 90s for Welcome to Rockville 2026, attendees are looking for ways to stay cool. Medical staff are on standby while the event offers free water.
Cocoa Beach weighs new beach safety rules amid lawsuit
City leaders in Cocoa Beach met this week to discuss beach safety concerns following the removal of life-saving rings from local beaches because of an ongoing lawsuit.
City leaders in Cocoa Beach met this week to discuss beach safety concerns following the removal of life-saving rings from local beaches because of an ongoing lawsuit.
Puppy survives near-fatal rattlesnake attack in Brevard County
A two-month-old Dachshund is lucky to be alive after a terrifying encounter with a rattlesnake in her own backyard. Keeley, a tiny puppy weighing only eight pounds, was playing outside when the snake struck, biting her directly below her eyes. Emergency vets saved her life.
A two-month-old Dachshund is lucky to be alive after a terrifying encounter with a rattlesnake in her own backyard. Keeley, a tiny puppy weighing only eight pounds, was playing outside when the snake struck, biting her directly below her eyes. Emergency vets saved her life.
Florida puppy survives near-deadly rattlesnake attack in Brevard County
A two-month-old Dachshund puppy, Keely, is lucky to be alive after being bit by a rattlesnake below her eyes. Now, vets give tips on protecting your pets.
A two-month-old Dachshund puppy, Keely, is lucky to be alive after being bit by a rattlesnake below her eyes. Now, vets give tips on protecting your pets.
Commissioners question warehouse oversight after sloth deaths
Orange County commissioners are questioning warehouse oversight procedures after 55 sloths died at a Central Florida attraction while being housed in unpermitted warehouses, raising concerns similar to those sparked by a deadly 2022 fireworks explosion in the county.
Orange County commissioners are questioning warehouse oversight procedures after 55 sloths died at a Central Florida attraction while being housed in unpermitted warehouses, raising concerns similar to those sparked by a deadly 2022 fireworks explosion in the county.
Universal to close Lost Continent area at Islands of Adventure
Universal Orlando is preparing to phase out the Lost Continent section of Islands of Adventure, marking the end of one of the park’s original themed lands.
Universal Orlando is preparing to phase out the Lost Continent section of Islands of Adventure, marking the end of one of the park’s original themed lands.
Increased security as Rolling Loud festival draws thousands
Orlando officials are increasing security measures as tens of thousands of music fans arrive for the Rolling Loud music festival near Camping World Stadium.
Orlando officials are increasing security measures as tens of thousands of music fans arrive for the Rolling Loud music festival near Camping World Stadium.
Heavy security, extreme heat greet fans at Welcome to Rockville
Thousands of music fans descended on Daytona Beach for the opening day of the Welcome to Rockville festival as law enforcement agencies ramped up security and organizers prepared for sweltering temperatures.
Thousands of music fans descended on Daytona Beach for the opening day of the Welcome to Rockville festival as law enforcement agencies ramped up security and organizers prepared for sweltering temperatures.
Sheriff cracks down on illegal house parties after 2 teens killed
Three teenagers are facing charges in Osceola County after authorities say they organized illegal house parties tied to two deadly shootings. The arrests come as the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office warns it is intensifying efforts to shut down unauthorized parties, particularly on the west side of the county, ahead of the Rolling Loud music festival this weekend.
Three teenagers are facing charges in Osceola County after authorities say they organized illegal house parties tied to two deadly shootings. The arrests come as the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office warns it is intensifying efforts to shut down unauthorized parties, particularly on the west side of the county, ahead of the Rolling Loud music festival this weekend.
Parents demand answers after back-to-back school bus incidents
Parents in Marion County are raising concerns about school bus safety after two serious incidents involving buses occurred within a week, including a fatal crash and a bus running a red light with children on board.
Parents in Marion County are raising concerns about school bus safety after two serious incidents involving buses occurred within a week, including a fatal crash and a bus running a red light with children on board.