An Orlando Sentinel probe finds erratic oversight at Florida nursing boards after a massive fake‑diploma racket. Federal records show thousands of questionable credentials reached hospitals nationwide.

Hidden cameras were discovered in the Park Avenue restroom at Barnie's; police arrested a 27‑year‑old law student after footage reportedly captured 18 people.

Rapper Kodak Black (Bill Kapri) was booked into the Orange County Jail on May 6 on a drug‑trafficking charge, county booking records show.

A scrapyard fire at Central Florida Recycling Center sent heavy smoke over DeLand on May 6; city officials urged nearby residents to shelter indoors as crews fought the blaze.

Orlando will hit the mid‑90s on Thursday with a Red Flag Warning from noon–8 p.m.; avoid outdoor burning and check on people who lack cooling.

A security guard fired back after a man opened fire outside Le Palace early Wednesday, leaving three people with life‑threatening injuries, deputies said.

Officers and a good Samaritan pulled six people from a sinking boat on East Lake Tohopekaliga after weather turned quickly. Rescuers say lack of life jackets made the situation urgent.

A person was found dead early Wednesday at the Heron Lakes Apartments in Kissimmee after a 911 call reported a gunshot. Police say the investigation is ongoing.

A 24-year-old Palm Bay man died after his motorcycle left the roadway and struck fixed objects in Melbourne. Police have opened a traffic-homicide investigation and are asking witnesses to come forward.

Fortress Investment Group bought a 65‑acre industrial parcel in Osceola County in a multi‑million‑dollar move, tightening available logistics-ready land near Kissimmee.

An 18-year-old led deputies on a short chase that ended when her car hit a motorcycle and then a house in Clermont. Authorities say breath tests showed a BAC well above the under‑21 limit.

Universal Orlando will temporarily close the long-running Horror Make‑Up Show on May 12 for a reimagining; passholders get limited reserved seating May 4–10.

The Magic dismissed Jamahl Mosley on May 4, 2026, after blowing a 3-1 playoff lead and dropping Game 7 to the Pistons. The team will begin a coaching search led by Jeff Weltman.