A judge rejected a plea in the 2022 shooting that killed Deputy Austin Walsh, and prosecutors upgraded charges against former deputy Andrew Lawson to second‑degree murder.

Patchy morning fog, then inland highs near 91°F. A cold front late Sunday brings gusty winds and building seas early next week.

Patchy morning fog clears into a sunny, near-90°F Friday; a cold front Sunday night will bring gusty winds and rough seas.

Orlando police and federal partners say 15 people were arrested in Operation Relentless Pursuit after suspects traveled to meet who they believed were 13- and 14-year-olds.

Patchy morning fog gives way to sun and a high near 86°F. NWS warns of a high rip current risk at east‑central Florida beaches; avoid entering the water.

Orange County deputies are searching Barnett Park after a man did not return from a fishing trip Wednesday morning; dive teams and a sheriff's helicopter are assisting the effort.

A smoky blaze in the Orange County Convention Center’s West Concourse prompted a three-hour fire response as Ulta Beauty World crews finished set‑up. Officials haven’t confirmed whether the expo will be affected.

FloridaCommerce leased nearly 30,000 square feet at Windsor at MetroCenter in MetroWest Orlando.

A scaled-down Sorcerer Mickey hat is now visible at Disney's Hollywood Studios, previewing the Walt Disney Studios courtyard set to open May 26. Details on what guests will find inside.

John Morgan said he won't run for governor and will form a new Florida party — and he’s offering $100,000 to whoever names it. The move revives debate about third-party hurdles and 2026 politics.

Wings and Rings is slated for FLAMINGO CROSSINGS Town Center in Horizon West, adding a sports‑bar option near Walt Disney World. The town center lists the chain as a future tenant but no opening date is posted.

Rising costs and thin savings are pushing many Central Florida retirees back into part‑time jobs and gig work, reshaping retirement in the region.

A Cocoa man was convicted and given a natural life term after jurors found he shot and killed a friend in January 2022. Prosecutors say it was retaliation after an earlier altercation at the house.