Trump tariffs coincides with local push to revive film industry
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Orange County leaders are considering new financial incentives to lure film and television productions back to Central Florida, as President Donald Trump vows to crack down on movies made overseas.

Man shot, killed at Deltona condo, suspect arrested
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A 21-year-old man was shot and killed early Tuesday at a condominium complex in Volusia County, and deputies said the suspect was arrested nearby.

Teen led high-speed chase on I-4, troopers say
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A 16-year-old is facing charges after troopers said he led them on a high-speed chase down Interstate 4 early Monday, reaching speeds of 100 mph and driving into oncoming traffic.

Eastbound I-4 lanes near SR-528 shut down due to crash
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A crash blocked all eastbound lanes of Interstate 4 in Orange County Monday afternoon, transportation officials said.

Tropical Storm Imelda brings rough surf, high winds
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Volusia and Brevard counties were feeling the first effects of Tropical Storm Imelda, as it moved up Florida?s east coast Monday, with rough seas, bursts of rain, and winds gusting up to 40 mph.

1994 Florida cold case cracked: Pregnant 20-year-old's accused killer arrested

A Florida man has been arrested in the 1994 cold case murder of a 20-year-old pregnant woman who was stabbed to death in her apartment, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office (JSO).

2024 Senior Chef Showdown winner Chef Taylor Ebersol
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Chef Taylor Ebersol, of Legacy Pointe at the University of Central Florida (UCF), joins Good Day Orlando with his mouthwatering crab cakes. Ebersol is the winner of the 2024 Senior Chef Showdown, which is a charity event that directly impacts Central Florida seniors through a culinary competition among chefs at local senior living communities.

Gov. Ron DeSantis champions Florida's public education, universities

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to host a press conference Monday morning at the University of Florida (UF) in Gainesville.

Major pro-life group demands investigation into abortion pill billboards in Florida

A major pro-life organization is calling on Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier to investigate a nonprofit it accuses of running "deceptive and misleading" abortion pill ads across the state.

Florida vows legal action against any efforts to block TPUSA chapters on campus

The Florida Attorney General’s Office of Parental Rights announced last week that it will be taking legal action against any public schools that block Turning Point USA (TPUSA) chapters.

New Florida laws take effect on Oct. 1, 2025: Here's what to know

From ‘Trooper’s Law’, which creates tougher penalties for those who restrain dogs during natural disasters, to ‘Tristan’s Law’, which provides funding for various programs and initiatives aimed at diverting individuals with mental health issues away from the criminal justice system, more than two dozen new laws are taking effect on Oct. 1, 2025. 

Holly Hill man arrested for allegedly threatening  officials
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Holly Hill police arrested Rodd Westpfahl after he responded to a Facebook post about a proposed property tax increase at a city commission meeting.

Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine: Risk of rip currents increase
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As Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine continues strengthening, the path of this system could scrape along the Atlantic Coastline of Florida. The strongest impacts are expected to be felt on Sunday and Monday, including 7?9 foot waves and an increased risk of rip currents, which are already high.

Around 50 vehicles involved in I-75 crashes near Ocala that sent 7 to hospitals: FDOT

A series of crashes involving approximately 50 vehicles shut down southbound lanes of Interstate 75 near Ocala on Friday afternoon, leaving seven people hospitalized, transportation officials said Friday.

Orlando weekend forecast: What to expect at the beach
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With Hurricane Humberto and Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine moving across the Atlantic, here's what to expect at the beaches this weekend.