Orlando faces near record high temperatures with a heat index between 102-107F and moderate to major heat risks, with some potential reprieve from a frontal boundary mid-week.

One person died in an Orange County trailer fire, as confirmed by fire rescue officials on Thursday night. Investigations by the State Fire Marshal’s Office and the Sheriff’s Office are ongoing.

Rosen Hotels & Resorts offers discounted rates for Florida evacuees of Hurricane Helene, starting at $69, with various properties participating and pet fees waived.

Osceola County and its cities close offices and declare emergencies in preparation for Hurricane Helene, maintaining essential services and providing updates through AlertOsceola and readyosceola.org.

The Orlando Science Center offers a day camp for K-5 students during Hurricane Helene school closures, with activities from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and early drop-off available.

Central Florida theme parks, including Disney, Universal, SeaWorld, and LEGOLAND, announce closures and flexible policies in response to Hurricane Helene's approach.

Florida schools announce closures in anticipation of Tropical Storm Helene, with some uncertainty in Brevard County, and varying responses from neighboring districts and universities.

Orlando prepares for storms as a low-pressure system in the NW Caribbean could bring heavy rain. Maritime conditions are set to worsen midweek, and residents are advised to stay informed and review hurricane preparedness plans.

Orlando Police arrested eight people after a pro-Palestine demonstration turned into a disturbance, involving charges such as disorderly conduct and resisting arrest.

Orlando's downtown enforces a new rule separating nightclubs by 300 feet, aiming to reduce clustering and spread out social activity. Existing clubs are grandfathered in; new ones must adhere to this spacing policy.

Authorities seek a suspect who stole vape devices from a Sanford Food Mart, as seen on camera; the humorous appeal for tips was posted by Sanford Police.

A man was arrested following a fatal shooting at Sun Lake Apartments in Seminole County, where authorities responded to gunfire reports, finding one man dead.

A suspected drunk driver was arrested in Belle Isle after crashing during a high-speed chase that ended in a resident's backyard. A deputy K9 bit the suspect, who was hospitalized.