Orlando's weather will see a brief warm spell with temps in the upper 60s to lower 70s, ahead of a weekend cold snap. Wind shifts and showers are expected, with caution advised for boaters due to hazardous conditions and Small Craft Advisories.

Two juveniles were arrested near Lake Brantley High School after their toy gun caused a lockdown; although mistaken for a real threat, the incident caused disruption.

Orlando Police Department reports an 18% drop in overall crime and a 10% decrease in violent offenses for 2024, with a high homicide clearance rate of 96%.

Kissimmee and Orange County have passed no-camping ordinances to comply with a new state law, addressing homelessness with potential fines but prioritizing connecting individuals with resources.

A 12-year-old girl's distress call to deputies led to the discovery of her mother's murder in Osceola County, with her stepfather arrested for first-degree murder.

A man died and a woman was injured in a Lake Mary condo shooting after a verbal dispute. The shooter, who claimed self-defense, is in custody with no charges filed yet.

The FDOT has announced an $8.5 million road construction project on State Road 436 in Casselberry, including repaving, new crosswalks, and curb ramps. An open house is scheduled to discuss the project.

Two people were injured in a shooting at Notting Hill Condominiums in Lake Mary; a male suspect is in custody and there is no ongoing threat to the community.

Orlando faces a chilly start with a brief warming trend before a strong cold front brings significant temperature drops.

A rock hauler truck overturned on Florida's Turnpike, causing traffic delays. Injuries were reported, and lanes reopened hours after cleanup. The cause is under investigation.

Orlando International Airport experiences high traffic with 182,000 travelers on Thursday, marking the season's fifth-busiest day, with security wait times up to 45 minutes.

Wildlife officials investigate numerous dead fish at Lake Eustis, with FWC testing water and fish samples to determine the cause of the incident. Residents report a disturbing scene and await results.

A person was killed in Kissimmee by suspected celebratory gunfire on New Year’s Day, with police investigating the incident.