An ex‑Tuskawilla Middle teacher was arrested after police say he groomed and sexually assaulted a 13‑year‑old student. The investigation dates back to 2024, officials say.

Doorbell footage led to the arrest of a 30-year-old man after residents reported attempts to open doors near W. Esther Street. Police say he exposed himself and faces attempted burglary and drug charges.

FHP's CAAT announced an Orange County arrest Monday, saying a Haitian national faces alleged charges including sexual battery on a juvenile and multiple drug counts.

Bakery Express filed plans to build a large industrial baking facility near Orlando International Airport to expand production for grocery-store customers.

Dozens of cars in Orlando’s Wadeview Park had windows smashed overnight. Police are canvassing the neighborhood and asking residents with footage to come forward.

Sanford paid nearly $4 million last year to end the stalled Heritage Park deal. Commissioners are now weighing selling the waterfront block or keeping control to shape the next plan.

Gusty onshore winds and dangerous surf today. Coastal gusts to 40 mph and a high rip‑current risk affect beaches and boating.

Unicorp is pitching a $30M–$40M overhaul of the Valley Bank corner on Orlando’s Restaurant Row, promising new high-end restaurants and a parking garage.

New body‑camera footage captures deputies and medics rushing to the Stardust Racers platform after a 32‑year‑old rider was found unresponsive; officials called the death accidental.

A DCF filing says Julie Sulpizio is competent to stand trial; a Lake County judge will review her status at an April 29 hearing.

Downtown Orlando will host the Florida Puerto Rican Parade & Festival on April 25, 2026, marking its 10th anniversary with music, vendors and a scholarship gala.

A federal jury convicted a Melbourne man after prosecutors say he helped move four kilograms of cocaine into Brevard County; sentencing is set for June 23.

A Longwood fertility clinic faces a new lawsuit after a surrogate‑born infant died 10 days after birth. The filing alleges screening failures at the center.