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Babysitter Wendy Kirk was arrested in Lake County for leaving an infant in a parking lot; despite the father's leniency, she faces child neglect charges.
A woman died in an Orange County crash after her car ran off a ramp and hit a concrete overpass support. She was reportedly speeding and couldn't negotiate a curve.
Politics & Govt in ...
A judge reinstated Groveland Councilwoman Judith Fike after suspension over controversial social media posts, sparking local debate on ethics and free speech.
An early morning crash on I-95 in Volusia County involved a semi, leading to road closures and a fire during cleanup.
Jacksonville man, Henry Valencia, was charged with second-degree murder for shooting his 17-year-old partner, Nosiah Santos, at a Marion County gas station.
A fire at Pine Lake Apartments' clubhouse in Palm Coast, possibly caused by lightning, resulted in substantial damage, but no injuries or damage to nearby homes. Firefighters and investigators are assessing the situation.
Weather & Environment in ...
Orlando is preparing for a stormy week with high rain chances, thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and high heat index values. Travel may be affected, and tropical development is possible.
Orlando forecasts high heat index values with advisories for staying cool and hydrated, alongside potential thunderstorms, and favorable boating conditions.
A fatal crash involving two vehicles and a vehicle fire closed I-4 west in Orlando, with detours via Conroy Road and open express lanes; the case is under investigation.
A JetBlue flight veered off the taxiway at Orlando International Airport while preparing for takeoff, causing no injuries and prompting an investigation.
Wesley Hernandez Rios was arrested in Orlando for a home invasion and sexual assault; he faces multiple charges including sexual battery and attempted homicide.
Orlando man Christian Carlson was arrested for a 2022 fatal car crash that killed two and injured another; charged with vehicular homicide and reckless driving.
A crash on Interstate 4 in Orlando caused a three-mile traffic jam during the early morning, but the situation improved by 7:30 a.m. with the reopening of lanes.
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