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Hundreds marched in Orlando calling for transparency after a string of deadly encounters tied to ICE. Protesters demanded body‑camera footage, investigations and policy changes.
Weather & Environment in ...
Mostly sunny early Sunday, July 19, with a high near 93°F and a 40% chance of late‑day storms. Expect lightning, heavy rain and gusty cells inland.
Kevin Weber, 34, was arrested in Orlando after a Juno Beach Police Department probe into alleged sexual abuse of two juveniles. Authorities say he faces sexual battery and lewd-molestation charges.
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a death warrant for William Frances Silvia, convicted in the 2006 Casselberry-area slaying. The execution window begins Aug. 18.
A child was taken to Arnold Palmer Hospital as a trauma alert after a medical emergency on Bent Willow Circle. Officials have not released the child's condition.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
A MoneyGeek analysis and federal crash records found Florida is the third‑most dangerous state for driving after dark. State and federal data show a large share of fatal crashes happen after sunset.
A town investigation says former Howey‑in‑the‑Hills Police Chief Michael Giddens resigned after findings he had a sexual relationship with a suspect’s estranged wife. The report has been sent to state reviewers.
Orlando police arrested a 42-year-old man after a months-long ICAC probe tied abusive files to a Google account; he faces dozens of counts, authorities say.
Food & Drinks in ...
Grand Roopram Roti has opened in Orlando with Surinamese roti wraps, curries and turmeric-fried chicken, bringing Hindustani‑Surinamese flavors to Rosemont. The family chain traces back to Paramaribo and has Netherlands locations.
Retail & Industry in ...
TMRW Sports will relocate its headquarters from Winter Park to downtown Orlando, promising 195 high-wage jobs and about $11 million in office build-out backed by city incentives.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Unicorp sold several International Drive parcels to Orion for about $55M as an InterContinental resort edges closer to groundbreaking. The deal includes restaurant sites tied to Cooper’s Hawk and LongHorn.
A Central Florida franchisee plans four new Culver's restaurants, an expansion the company says could bring up to 320 jobs across the region. Local site and permit filings will reveal exact locations.
High near 94 with a slight chance of late afternoon storms. Beaches face a moderate rip‑current risk today.
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