UCF unveils $90M Roth Tower transformation at Bounce House
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As the University of Central Florida celebrates two decades of football on campus, the Knights are kicking off their new season with a major 90 million-dollar upgrade.

Army resumes Apache helicopter training after fatal crash near Fort Hood

Less than a week after two U.S. Army soldiers were killed in a deadly crash in Bell County, the U.S. Army has resumed training missions involving Apache helicopters.

Mom of Orlando Halloween shooting victim seeks closure
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Survivors and police officers testified as prosecutors presented body camera footage in the trial of Jaylen Edgar, who is accused of killing two people and wounding seven others during a 2024 Halloween shooting in downtown Orlando. Tyrek Hill and Timothy Schmidt were killed. Hill’s mother, Teresa Clinton, said she wants accountability and closure.

Survivors testify in trial over deadly Orlando Halloween shooting
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Survivors and police officers testified as prosecutors presented body camera footage in the trial of Jaylen Edgar, who is accused of killing two people and wounding seven others during a 2024 Halloween shooting in downtown Orlando.

Orange County mayor election runoff: Chris Messina
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Chris Messina expressed gratitude to his team and the voters of Orange County after he was chosen to head to a runoff vote for Orange County mayor in November against Tiffany Moore Russell.  "This is a very big responsibility and the voters of Orange County chose me to proceed to the next level."  He said he's excited to see Orange County reach its potential of becoming one of the greatest counties in America. Messina, a businessman himself, is looking to make Orange County a place where "children, families and businesses thrive."

Accused carjacker reached 137 mph during pursuit, deputies say
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A 41-year-old man was arrested after authorities said he stole a car from a woman stopped at a red light and reached speeds of up to 137 mph during a pursuit through Volusia County.

Orange County mayor election runoff: Tiffany Moore Russell
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After the Orange County race resulted in a runoff, with no candidates receiving over 50% of votes, Tiffany Moore Russell-D sat down with Good Day Orlando Amy Kaufeldt saying the runoff is an "opportunity to speak to more voters and increase our reach."  Russell -- currently serving as Orange County Clerk of Courts -- wants to create a community the younger generation would want to call home. She's invested in affordability for residents and creating a stable workforce for future generations.  "We have to move our private and public sector jobs to make sure people can afford to thrive in this county, not just survive," Russell said. 

Hayden Panettiere boyfriend Brian Hickerson’s attorney issues statement on her death: Report

Brian Hickerson’s attorney is speaking out following Hayden Panettiere’s death, as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death, according to TMZ.

Police investigating deadly shooting in Winter Garden after card game
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Authorities are investigating the deadly shooting of a man who was found shot outside a Winter Garden home Wednesday evening. Police said the shooting took place after a card game.  Evidence is being collected at the scene. 

Sanford Mayor-elect Christina Hollerbach talks city's community
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The city of Sanford's newly Mayor-elect Christina Hollerbach sat down with Good Day Orlando's Stephanie Rivas to discuss what makes Sanford special. Hollerbach, whose family owns the popular Hollerbach’s German Restaurant in downtown Sanford, described the community aspect of the city, one she hold dear. She discussed the city's events that create the sense of community and "amplifying" ways to continue to connect. 

Movie money used to pay for dinner lands 2 Florida woman in jail: SLCSO

Deputies arrested two women after a group attempted to pay their bill at a Port St. Lucie restaurant using counterfeit movie money, according to law enforcement. 

Orlando man accused of spray-painting Flock cameras in two counties
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The Orange County Sheriff’s Office identified the suspect as 43-year-old Christopher Iglesias. Investigators said surveillance cameras at nearby businesses recorded Iglesias using a long pole to reach and spray-paint camera lenses mounted about 12 feet above the ground.

Plans show expanded Mattel water park complex near Orlando

Plans for a Mattel-branded entertainment complex near Orlando have expanded to more than 13 acres and now include a large indoor water park with a retractable roof and a tower that could reach 100 feet, according to permits submitted to Orange County.

Expanded Mattel water park complex planned near Orlando
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Plans for a Mattel-branded entertainment complex near Orlando have expanded to more than 13 acres and now include a large indoor water park with a retractable roof and a tower that could reach 100 feet, according to permits submitted to Orange County.

85 dogs, 11 horses rescued from Lake County property suspected as puppy mill

Lake County deputies rescued 85 dogs from a Groveland home where authorities say the animals were living in waste and needed medical attention, placing additional strain on the county’s already busy animal shelter.

85 dogs, 11 horses rescued from Lake County property
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Lake County deputies rescued 85 dogs from a Groveland home where authorities say the animals were living in waste and needed medical attention, placing additional strain on the county’s already busy animal shelter. Deputies also found 11 horses at the property on Sharon Road. Authorities said a foul odor could be detected from the street.

Stealing from the dead: Trio arrested in alleged multistate cemetery theft spree

Three people accused of stealing jewelry and family heirlooms from gravesites and mausoleums across several states have been arrested, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.

Trio arrested in alleged multistate cemetery theft spree
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Three people accused of stealing jewelry and family heirlooms from gravesites and mausoleums across several states have been arrested, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.

Firefighters help stranded manatees back into water, FWC responds
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New Smyrna Beach firefighters helped two stranded manatees back into the water after the animals spent more than eight hours on shore.