Orlando/ Community & Society
Published on June 21, 2019
Top Orlando news: Trooper dragged by car during traffic stop; city to push for 2026 World Cup; morePhoto: Drew Coffman/Unsplash

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Video shows trooper dragged by car during traffic stop in Orlando

Officials say a trooper was dragged by a car after making a traffic stop in Orlando.

Read the full story on Graham Media: WKMG News 6.

Orlando participates in World's Largest Swim Lesson to prevent drownings

Children are enjoying the water to cool off from the Central Florida heat and the city of Orlando is making sure they're prepared to do it safely.

Read the full story on Graham Media: WKMG News 6.

New report says Orlando area minimum wage earners have to work 85 hours a week to afford cheapest apartments

Minimum wage earners in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford area have to work 85 hours a week to afford a basic studio apartment, according to the annual National Low Income Housing Coalition's Out of Reach report. 

Read the full story on Orlando Weekly.

City of Orlando to push for 2026 World Cup

The Greater Orlando 2026 World Cup Pursuit Partners group will host three events as it fights to bring some matches to Central Florida. 

Read the full story on Graham Media: WKMG News 6.

Orlando Magic select Chuma Okeke with No. 16 pick in NBA draft

Last season the Magic made the postseason for the first time in seven years.

Read the full story on Graham Media: WKMG News 6.


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